R&D

R&D A bold and modern restaurant in the heart of Toronto's iconic Chinatown.

R&D is a bold and modern restaurant in the heart of Toronto’s iconic Chinatown, headed by first-ever MasterChef Canada winner Eric Chong and his mentor, Michelin-starred restaurant owner Alvin Leung. The stylish interior reflects R&D's dualistic nature: open & abuzz with energy while preserving an intimate atmosphere.

You're going to want to save room for something sweet... 🤤🍮 Panna Cotta — Thai milk tea, sago, coconut ice cream🥭 Mango ...
07/14/2026

You're going to want to save room for something sweet... 🤤

🍮 Panna Cotta — Thai milk tea, sago, coconut ice cream

🥭 Mango Sticky Rice — taro, banana leaf, coconut caramel

🍰 Bánh Bò Nướng — honeycomb cake, pandan, ube ice cream

End your experience on a sweet note with our three-course $65 dinner menu, available now through July 19. Reserve your table through the link in bio.

Make this the main event of your evening. 🔥Now through July 19, join us for our three-course $65 dinner and dig into o...
07/13/2026

Make this the main event of your evening. 🔥

Now through July 19, join us for our three-course $65 dinner and dig into our Mala Fried Chicken. Crispy fried chicken is coated in Nashville-Szechuan butter and served with pickled cucumber and pillowy shokupan for the perfect balance of heat, richness, and freshness.

Book your table through the link in bio and experience Chef Eric ()'s menu before it's gone.

YELLOW CURRY RIGATONINow through July 19, join us for our three-course $65 dinner and experience Chef Eric's () global...
07/11/2026

YELLOW CURRY RIGATONI

Now through July 19, join us for our three-course $65 dinner and experience Chef Eric's () globally inspired dishes, including our Yellow Curry Rigatoni, with braised short rib, snow pea leaves and curry leaf.

Ready for a taste? Reserve your table through the link in bio.

You don’t want to miso this 👀Now through July 19, join us for Chef Eric ()’s three-course $65 Summerlicious menu and exp...
07/07/2026

You don’t want to miso this 👀

Now through July 19, join us for Chef Eric ()’s three-course $65 Summerlicious menu and experience this standout entrée: miso udon with black truffle, mushroom ragout, and brown butter.

Book your table via the link in bio and try it while it lasts.

EMOTIONAL DAMAGE🌶️>tequila, pineapple liqueur, agave, pineapple, passion fruit, citrus, chili oil, spicy tincture
06/30/2026

EMOTIONAL DAMAGE🌶️

>tequila, pineapple liqueur, agave, pineapple, passion fruit, citrus, chili oil, spicy tincture

This is your sign to order the Lamb Spiducci.Finished with nam jim jaew for heat and tang, a hit of tamarind for depth, ...
06/24/2026

This is your sign to order the Lamb Spiducci.

Finished with nam jim jaew for heat and tang, a hit of tamarind for depth, and puffed rice for crunch and contrast.

Reserve your table at the link in bio.

SUMMERLICIOUS HAS ARRIVED!Dine with us from July 3 to 19 and enjoy a three-course $65 prix fixe menu built for bold flav...
06/18/2026

SUMMERLICIOUS HAS ARRIVED!

Dine with us from July 3 to 19 and enjoy a three-course $65 prix fixe menu built for bold flavour and a full experience.

Reservations are open now. Head to the link in bio to secure your spot!

KALBI BEEF BAO>beef short rib, kimchi, kewpie
06/16/2026

KALBI BEEF BAO

>beef short rib, kimchi, kewpie

Small dish, huge taste.>foie gras parfait, sour cherry, hazelnuts, mapleFancy a taste? Link in bio to reserve!
06/10/2026

Small dish, huge taste.

>foie gras parfait, sour cherry, hazelnuts, maple

Fancy a taste? Link in bio to reserve!

Perfectly crisped, everytime.>whole roasted pekin duck, roasted garlic hoisin, cucumber, leeks, steamed baosPlease note ...
06/04/2026

Perfectly crisped, everytime.

>whole roasted pekin duck, roasted garlic hoisin, cucumber, leeks, steamed baos

Please note this dish requires 24 hours notice.

This one speaks for itself.KARE KARE 🍛 > braised short rib, massaman curry, roasted peanutsJoin us for dinner tonight.
05/21/2026

This one speaks for itself.

KARE KARE 🍛 > braised short rib, massaman curry, roasted peanuts

Join us for dinner tonight.

The starter that steals the show.> foie gras parfait, sour cherry, hazelnuts, maple
05/07/2026

The starter that steals the show.

> foie gras parfait, sour cherry, hazelnuts, maple

SHRIMP TOAST🦐 >preserved lemon emulsion, milk bread, lemon, chivesJoin us for dinner tonight. Link in bio to reserve
04/18/2026

SHRIMP TOAST🦐

>preserved lemon emulsion, milk bread, lemon, chives

Join us for dinner tonight. Link in bio to reserve

What’s for dinner? This is a good place to start.🍗Fried Chicken > mandarin gastrique, 16-spice blend, togarashi chili🍛Ka...
04/15/2026

What’s for dinner? This is a good place to start.

🍗Fried Chicken > mandarin gastrique, 16-spice blend, togarashi chili
🍛Kare Kare > braised short rib, massaman curry, roasted peanuts
🍢Lamb Spidduci > nam jim jaew, tamarind, puffed rice

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241 Spadina Avenue
Toronto, ON
M5T2E2

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