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Rodney's Oyster House vs Allen's Restaurant On Danforth

Both establishments are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Allen's Restaurant On Danforth is the choice of most reviewers compared to Rodney's Oyster House. Allen's Restaurant On Danforth has a TripExpert Score of 84 with recommendations from 6 publications including Lonely Planet, Zagat and Frommer's.

Rodney's Oyster House
Rodney's Oyster House
8 / 10
469 King St. West, Toronto, Ontario M5V 1K4, Canada
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Fodor's Fodor's
"A den of oceanic delicacies, this playful basement raw bar is frequented by solo diners and showbiz types." Full review
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Be sure to ask about the daily "Grace's soup" and "white-plate" specials.
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Toronto's first and long-time oyster bar maintains high standards...and a sense of fun. Fish and other seafood dishes are all cooked with flair. "
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Rodney's has developed a reputation for serving the best seasonal oysters from East and West Coasts as well as the Gulf of Mexico, and the waters off New Zealand and Australia." Full review
Zagat Zagat
4.3
"Fin fans "simply love" the "top-notch" seafood, including some of the "freshest oysters around", at this "casual" King Wester that's been "around forever"." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Two dozen types of oysters entice mollusk fans; grilled fish round out the menu."
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Allen's Restaurant On Danforth
Allen's Restaurant On Danforth
8 / 10
143 Danforth Ave, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This time-honored pub, burger joint, and casual dining room takes its name and inspiration from the institution in New York City." Full review
Zagat Zagat
4.2
""Classic pub fare" ("it's all about the burgers") and other Eclectic grub backed by whiskies and a "mega beer list" draw locals to this "warm", "laid-back" Danforther." Full review
BlackBook BlackBook
"This neighbourhood joint has been a long running staple in the east end community for over 20 years."
Time Out Time Out
"Toronto has no shortage of Irish pubs; this one's classy, polished-oak Manhattan feel is a nod to New York's famous bar of the same name." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Slide into a well-worn wood booth or sit at a blue-and-white-checkered table at this New York–style saloon." Full review