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10.0
EthiopianToronto$$
Ethio Kana
There is a distinction that matters in Toronto's Ethiopian dining scene, and Ethio Kana on College Street sits clearly on one side of it.
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Mother Tongue
Mother Tongue is one of the best asian restaurants in Toronto for summerlicious 2026, especially if you want a strong option in King West.
Mother Tongue is a asian restaurant in King West in Toronto that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
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Rating (Google) 8.8
1,087 reviews
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8.8
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Based on 1087 reviews
Best for
summerlicious 2026 and prix fixe
Price and pace
Moderate spend
Neighborhood
King West | 348 Adelaide St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1R7, Canada
Price
Moderate spend
Google rating
8.8 from 1,087 reviews
Phone
(437) 524-4318
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Mother Tongue is listed in the Moderate spend price range. Check the restaurant's current menu for available dishes and prices. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.
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What makes Mother Tongue worth the move
Mother Tongue is a strong asian option in King West in Toronto when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 1,087 Google reviews.
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8.8 from 1,087 Google reviews
Best for
summerlicious 2026 and prix fixe
Style
Asian in King West
Spend
Moderate spend
Best for
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Google rating: 8.8 from 1,087 reviews
Price point: $$
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Quick details
- Address
- 348 Adelaide St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1R7, Canada
- Phone
- (437) 524-4318
- Price
- $$
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 8.8 (1,087 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Asian
- Neighborhood
- King West
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Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does Mother Tongue serve?
Mother Tongue is a Asian restaurant located in King West, Toronto. Mother Tongue is a asian restaurant in King West in Toronto that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
What is Mother Tongue best for?
Mother Tongue is best for summerlicious 2026, prix fixe, vegetarian friendly, vegan friendly, gluten free options, asian. Mother Tongue is a strong asian option in King West in Toronto when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 1,087 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at Mother Tongue?
Mother Tongue is in the Moderate spend price range ($$). Google rating: 8.8 from 1,087 reviews
Is Mother Tongue worth visiting?
Mother Tongue holds a 8.8 Google rating from 1,087 reviews. Mother Tongue is a strong asian option in King West in Toronto when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 1,087 Google reviews.
Where is Mother Tongue located?
Mother Tongue is located at 348 Adelaide St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1R7, Canada. Directions are available via Google Maps.
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