Italian dining for a day around Toronto’s Harbourfront
A waterfront outing and an Italian meal make an easy starting point for a day in downtown Toronto. If you are looking for an Italian restaurant near Harbourfront, Casa73 serves contemporary Italian food at 20 Bay Street. Its dining room, framed by a signature red tree, offers a place to gather before or after exploring the area.
Choose your waterfront stop first, then plan your meal around the restaurant’s opening hours and your onward journey. Casa73’s location and dining-room experience are the focus of this guide; a reservation does not promise a waterfront table or lake view. See our restaurant gallery to get a feel for the space before you book.
Pasta, pizza and an Italian menu to explore
Start with the appetizers and entrées menu, which includes salads, starters, pizza, pasta and main dishes. Looking over the current menu before arriving helps everyone in your group choose a meal that suits them. For a closer look at one Italian favourite, explore our Toronto gnocchi guide.
Pasta on the current published menu includes rigatoni carbonara, tagliatelle alla Bolognese, linguine pescatore and lobster ravioli al limone. Seafood lovers can also look at the seafood risotto and cioppino, and the pizzas range from a margherita to a diavola. Gluten-free pizza crust and pasta are listed as options.
Ask the restaurant about allergies and dietary requirements before reserving. Ingredients and availability should be confirmed with the team, particularly if someone needs a substitution. The published menu is a useful starting point; it is not a guarantee that every dish will be suitable for every diet.
Wine, cocktails and something sweet
Browse the wine list alongside the food menu, or explore spirits and cocktails for an aperitivo or a drink with dinner. Leave room to look at the dessert menu if your schedule allows. For an evening with another reservation or event afterward, let the team know about your timing when you enquire.
A dinner for two, family meal or group celebration
A table for two, a family dinner and a private celebration need different arrangements. For one to six guests, check table availability through OpenTable. For seven or more, use the group dining enquiry so the team can discuss your date, guest count and occasion.
The private dining room accommodates up to 12 guests. Submitting an enquiry starts a conversation about availability; the reservation is confirmed by the team. Mention any seating, dietary or celebration requests in advance rather than assuming they are included. For more planning ideas, see our guides to date-night dining and family dinners in Toronto.
Timing dinner around a game, concert or show
A Harbourfront outing often continues to an event downtown. If you are heading to a game or a concert afterward, choose a reservation time that leaves room for your meal and your journey to the venue, and tell the team about your timing. Our guides to dinner before a Rogers Centre game and pre-concert dinner near Scotiabank Arena have more planning ideas.
Opening hours and getting to 20 Bay Street
Casa73 is open Monday–Thursday, 11:30 am–9 pm, and Friday–Saturday, 4:30 pm–10 pm. It is closed on Sunday. Weekday lunch and evening dining can fit different waterfront plans; check the service hours before choosing your day.
The address is 20 Bay Street, Toronto, ON M5J 2N8. Use directions to Casa73 from your actual starting point. Casa73 is on the ground floor of WaterPark Place, a short distance from Union Station. Paid underground parking, managed by the building, is accessible from Queens Quay West. Check current transit and travel conditions rather than relying on a fixed walking time. If you arrive through Union Station, our Italian dining near Union Station guide offers another way to plan your meal.
Questions about Italian dining near Harbourfront
Can I book a table with a waterfront view?
Casa73’s confirmed dining location is 20 Bay Street. The restaurant gallery shows its interior; do not assume a waterfront table or lake view. Contact the team if a particular seating arrangement matters to your visit.
Is Casa73 open for lunch or Sunday brunch?
Lunch service starts at 11:30 am Monday through Thursday. Friday and Saturday service starts at 4:30 pm, and the restaurant is closed on Sunday.
What Italian dishes can I order?
The published menu lists salads and starters, pizza, pasta, risotto and entrées such as veal piccata and grilled Atlantic salmon. Desserts include tiramisu, crème brûlée and house-made gelato. Dishes and prices can change, so check the menu pages before your visit.
How do I book for a larger group?
Use the group enquiry form for seven or more guests. For a separate room for up to 12, use the private-room enquiry. The team confirms availability and arrangements.
Where can I check reservation policies?
Read the frequently asked questions for reservation and dining information. For a question specific to your visit, call (416) 799-7373.