Top Octopus dishes in Toronto

Charcoal-kissed tentacles with a tender interior and nicely caramelized exterior, brightened with citrus and herbs — the dish that consistently earns its praise here.

Char-kissed tentacles with a tender pull inside, typically served with a bright acidic element that cuts the richness

Tentacles charred on the grill and finished with olive oil, lemon, and oregano — tender without being rubbery

Char-marked tentacles with a tender interior and the kind of smoky brine that makes you reach for more bread and wine immediately

Charred tentacles with a tender pull and smoky depth, usually dressed with olive oil, lemon, and capers — a benchmark dish for any Greek seafood house

Char-kissed tentacles over greens or white beans, tender throughout with a light lemon-olive oil dressing

Char-kissed tentacles with a tender interior, typically finished with olive oil, lemon, and capers — one of the stronger seafood starters

Charred tentacles with good smokiness, drizzled with olive oil and lemon — tender without being chewy

Charred tentacles with a smoky exterior and a texture that's firm but not rubbery, finished with olive oil and lemon

Tender through-and-through with char at the edges — the benchmark dish for any Portuguese restaurant worth its salt

Charred tentacles with a tender bite, dressed simply with olive oil and capers — a modern Greek staple done well

A Greek restaurant benchmark dish — char on the tentacles, tender throughout, typically served with olive oil and lemon

Charred and tender with Mediterranean seasoning — a reliable bellwether for kitchen quality on any given night

Char-edged tentacles with a tender interior — a staple at serious Greek tables and a good read on the kitchen's fire control