La Palette – French
Step into a slice of Parisian charm where the air is thick with the savory aroma of bubbling Gruyère and seared duck liver. Guests indulge in a decadent array of Gallic classics, from the briny snap of fresh oysters and buttery escargots to the intricate, golden layers of Iberico pâté en croute. It is a vibrant sanctuary of French indulgence, where every shared charcuterie board and velvet-smooth steak tartare invites a long, spirited evening of wine and conversation.
Queen Street West +14169294900 https://www.lapalette.caRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: French
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at La Palette
Dairy-Free at La Palette
La Palette in Toronto has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Passionfruit Sorbet, Oysters and Passionfruit Sorbet with Cava. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at La Palette
La Palette in Toronto has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Oysters, Bison Ribs and Charcuterie Board. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at La Palette
La Palette in Toronto has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Passionfruit Sorbet, Cake of the Day and P.E.I. Mussels Main. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at La Palette
La Palette in Toronto has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Creamy Seafood Bisque. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at La Palette
La Palette in Toronto has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Selection of Cheeses, Chardonnay - Famille Gueguen and Sauvignon Blanc - Thomas et Fils. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at La Palette
La Palette in Toronto has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Selection of Cheeses, Chardonnay - Famille Gueguen and Sauvignon Blanc - Thomas et Fils. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at La Palette
La Palette in Toronto has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Passionfruit Sorbet, Passionfruit Sorbet with Cava and Chardonnay - Famille Gueguen. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at La Palette
La Palette in Toronto has 12 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Passionfruit Sorbet, Fried Camembert and Dark Chocolate Ganache. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at La Palette
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Creamy Seafood Bisque | 45.7 g | 72.2 g |
| Selection of Cheeses | 2.4 g | 45.9 g |
| Steak Tartare Main | 73.9 g | 39.5 g |
| Fried Camembert | 54.5 g | 35.4 g |
| Duck Leg Confit | 66.2 g | 33.7 g |
| Charcuterie Board | 28.6 g | 31.8 g |
| Butternut Squash Risotto | 12.7 g | 27.4 g |
| Canadian Prime Beef Striploin (6oz) | 31.4 g | 24.2 g |
| Canadian Prime Beef Striploin (8oz) | 31.4 g | 24.2 g |
| French Onion Soup | 16.7 g | 23.6 g |
| Seared Québec Duck Liver | 61.8 g | 18.1 g |
| Chardonnay - Famille Gueguen | 2 g | 15.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners appreciate the consistent and reliable experience that keeps them returning for repeat visits, celebrating the establishment as a dependable choice for a casual dinner. Guests highlight the decent and approachable atmosphere, noting the straightforward environment as
Menu
Appetizers
- French Onion Soup - $22: Beef broth, gruyère & raclette crouton Available at: dinner, lunch
- Iberico Pâté en Croute - $15: House made Iberico pâté, quince jam, pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Camembert - $18: Breaded, fried triple cream camembert, pear and poppy seed purée, toasted macadamia & micro greens Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Québec Duck Liver - $39: Toasted fruit custard, hazelnut, saskatoon berry coulis, chocolate soil Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Escargots - $18: Sautéed in garlic butter Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oysters - $28: 1/2 dozen oysters, mignonette, horseradish, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Tartare (Appetizer) - $29: Beef striploin or horse top sirloin in house marinade, crostini, pickles Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- P.E.I. Mussels (Appetizer) - $20: 1/2 pound mussels, tomato cream broth, Thai basil, pickled chilies, parmesan, breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charcuterie Board - $30: 6 different cured meats including local pork, imports from Spain and France, and house-made meats Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Mixed Greens Salad - $13: Ontario pears, red onion, radish, pecan, feta, pear tarragon vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Steak Tartare Main - $54: Beef striploin or horse top sirloin, house marinade, crostini, pickles, frites Available at: dinner, lunch
- P.E.I. Mussels Main - $42: Full pound mussels, tomato cream broth, Thai basil, pickled chilies, parmesan, breadcrumbs, frites Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Seafood Bisque - $48: Shrimp, mussels, scallops, icelandic cod, bacon, potato, crouton Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butternut Squash Risotto - $39: Parmigianno Regfianno, seasonal mushrooms, sage and herb oil Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Leg Confit - $45: Crispy skin, Dupuy lentils, butternut squash purée, crispy Brussels sprouts Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Canadian Prime Beef Striploin (6oz) - $54: Smoked peach butter, frites, mayo Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Canadian Prime Beef Striploin (8oz) - $72: Smoked peach butter, frites, mayo Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Horse Steak & Frites - $54: Daily cuts (tenderloin, rib-eye, or striploin), wild leek butter, frites, mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bison Ribs: Ask about today's special Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Selection of Cheeses - $23: 100 grams of assorted French, Spanish, and Canadian cheeses Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Creme Brulee - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Dark Chocolate Ganache - $15: Ganache of the day Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Lemon Custard Tart - $14: Saskatoon berry coulis, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Passionfruit Sorbet - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Passionfruit Sorbet with Cava - $18 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Cake of the Day - $16 Dietary tags: Halal
Beverages
- Muscadet (Melon) - Olivier Cottenceau - $14: White wine, Loire Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sauvignon Blanc - Thomas et Fils - $19: White wine, Sancerre Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Atkins
- Chardonnay - Famille Gueguen - $21: White wine, Chablis Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Pinot Noir - Jean Paul Picard - $21: Red wine, Sancerre Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Gamay - Domaine de Gry-Sablon - $19: Red wine, Morgon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about La Palette
- Is La Palette dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. La Palette has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Passionfruit Sorbet, Oysters and Passionfruit Sorbet with Cava.
- What can I eat at La Palette on a dairy-free diet?
- Passionfruit Sorbet, Oysters and Passionfruit Sorbet with Cava carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does La Palette have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Passionfruit Sorbet and Passionfruit Sorbet with Cava.
- Is La Palette gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at La Palette?
- Creamy Seafood Bisque, at roughly 72.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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