7 restaurants that closed in Toronto in April 2026

From viral sandwich shops and beloved bakeries to longtime neighbourhood restaurants, several Toronto dining spots announced heartbreaking closures in April — leaving many customers saying goodbye to favourite places they’ve visited for years.

Uncle Pete’s

Uncle Pete’s Bread Co. located at 161 Baldwin St., became well known for its focaccia sandwiches served out of a tiny hidden storefront, offering menu items such as The OG with mortadella and whipped lemon ricotta, The Pesto Pete and The Cure.

“Unfortunately, we’ve hit a bit of a snag when it comes to leases, renewals and finding a new home for the business within a compressed timeframe,” the restaurant said in a social media post.

The business said it hopes to provide updates on future plans soon.

The last day of service was April 25.

Yukashi Japanese Cuisine

Yukashi Japanese Cuisine, led by chef Daisuke Izutsu, operated a 10-seat counter on Mount Pleasant Road serving seasonal tasting menus featuring sashimi, rice dishes, fish and noodle dishes.

“Thank you for your support over the years. We invite you to join us for one last memorable evening,” the restaurant said in a social media post.

The restaurant also hinted that “something new is coming.”

The last day of service will be May 2.

Cho Sun Ok

A longtime Korean restaurant in North York has announced it is leaving its current location after more than two decades.

Cho Sun Ok has operated since 2004 and became known for traditional Korean dishes such as naengmyun, bulgogi, galbi, bibimbap and house-made kimchi.

“With our plaza set to be redeveloped into a new subway station, it’s time for us to say goodbye to this location,” the restaurant said in a social media post.

The restaurant said relocation plans will be announced soon.

The last day at the current location was April 27.

Tokyo Hot Fried Chicken

Tokyo Hot Fried Chicken, located at 656 College St., operated for seven years and became known for spicy fried chicken sandwiches, tenders and pop-up events around the city.

“With our lease coming to an end and new personal opportunities ahead, we’re closing the doors at our full-time shop after seven amazing years in the kitchen,” the restaurant said in a social media post.

The business said it plans to continue operating through future pop-ups and events.

Lao Thai

Lao Thai, located at 4 Gladstone Ave., became known for dishes ranging from pad thai to fried chicken and other Lao-inspired Thai specialties.

Over recent weeks, the restaurant repeatedly posted countdown messages on social media, encouraging customers to visit before it closed.

“15 more working days and we are gone,” one recent social media post said.

A final closing date has not yet been publicly confirmed.

Oishiii Sweets

Oishiii Sweets became popular for macarons, cookies, cakes and whimsical custom creations, including wedding and dog cakes.

“Thank you to our amazing community and customers. It has been an amazing six years at this location with what we called home,” the bakery said in a social media post.

The business said it hopes to return to a new location in the future.

The bakery’s last day was April 30.

Fall Bright Tavern

Fall Bright Tavern operated in Bloordale and became known for elevated comfort food, seasonal menus and desserts such as its popular chocolate cake.

“In a surprising but very fantastic turn of events, we’ve sold our little restaurant and this Sunday will be our very last service,” operators Brett and Joe said in a social media post.

A new restaurant concept is expected to take over the space.

—With files from Amy Carlberg.