Cibo Wine Bar Yorkville

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

On one of Toronto's most storied streets, Cibo Wine Bar Yorkville brings a thoroughly Italian sensibility to the neighbourhood — part enoteca, part restaurant, entirely at ease whether you're stopping in for lunch or settling in for a long dinner.

The Wine List

The wine program is the undisputed centrepiece, and Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence speaks to its depth and curation. The by-the-glass selection alone covers serious ground: a Barolo DOCG from Piedmont, an Etna Rosso Nerello Mascalese from Sicily, a Valpolicella Ripasso from the Veneto, and an Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG — all available by the pour. The bottle list extends across every major Italian region, from a Friulano by Schiopetto in Collio to multiple Barolo expressions including a Rocche dei Manzoni dating to 2009. Old World and New World bottles round out the offer, with Ontario VQA producers like Flat Rock Cellars and Tawse given thoughtful placement alongside French Burgundy and Californian Chardonnay.

Italian at the Core

Cibo operates two Toronto locations — King West and Yorkville — and the Italian wine bar format holds across both. The Yorkville address, on 133 Yorkville Ave, suits the neighbourhood: convivial enough for a casual lunch, polished enough for a private party or a special dinner. Outdoor seating and a private room make it adaptable, and the table service keeps things grounded rather than fussy.

What to Expect

The breadth of the Italian wine list — sparkling Prosecco and Champagne, crisp whites from Friuli and Campania, structured reds from Piedmont and the Veneto, and a sweet Moscato d'Asti to finish — means there is a genuinely considered pairing for whatever direction the meal takes. For anyone who takes Italian wine seriously, the Award of Excellence recognition confirms that the list is built with real intent, not assembled for appearances.