SIP Wine Bar & Authentic Neapolitan Pizza

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Crafted with passion, served with love

Authentic Neapolitan Pizza in the Heart of Toronto

At 2 Broadway Ave in Toronto, SIP Wine Bar has built a reputation as one of the city's most consistent destinations for authentic Neapolitan pizza and traditional Italian cuisine. Recognized by Gambero Rosso in 2025 and named among Toronto's "Top Italian Restaurants" in 2022, 2024, 2025, and 2026, it's the kind of place that earns its following through quality rather than novelty.

The Pizza, the Oven, the Method

The centerpiece of the kitchen is a wood-burning oven imported directly from Italy. The owners have developed nearly two dozen distinct pizzas, each flash-baked for approximately 90 seconds — the signature technique of true Neapolitan pizza. The roster spans classics like the Margherita Verace (buffalo mozzarella, tomato, basil) and the Marinara, through to white-base options like the Tronchetto with prosciutto di Parma, mushrooms, arugula, and parmigiano shavings. Gluten-free bases are available across the entire pizza menu.

Beyond the Pizza

The kitchen doesn't stop at pizza. The full menu moves through antipasti — burratina di bufala with San Daniele prosciutto, impepata di cozze, carpaccio di salmone — then into housemade pastas such as agnolotti stuffed with fresh meat in a fontina and truffle fondue, and pappardelle al boscaiola with sausage, mushrooms, and green peas. Risotti, grilled seafood, veal, and lamb chops round out a menu that stays grounded in Italian tradition while offering genuine range.

The Bar and the Room

The wine bar side of SIP is taken seriously. The cocktail list covers Italian aperitivo staples — Aperol Spritz, Negroni, Campari & Soda — alongside a broad selection of classic and contemporary cocktails, sangria, and a thoughtful amaro menu featuring Fernet Branca, Averna, and Montenegro. Guests describe a dim, vibrant atmosphere with a welcoming floor team and a room that works equally well for a casual weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Events and Private Dining

SIP accommodates group functions and private dining, with catering available for anniversaries, corporate events, baptisms, communions, and birthdays. A patio adds outdoor seating when the season allows.