The Old Spaghetti Factory
Visited by our team. Halal status checked on our visit — see how.
Classic Italian-Canadian chain — great atmosphere, moderate food
The Old Spaghetti Factory
The experience and ambiance at the Old Spaghetti Factory is genuinely lovely — the decor, the dining room, the overall atmosphere makes for a nice outing. The food, however, is pretty mediocre. It's not bad, just not particularly exciting for Italian food. Good for a group dinner where the vibe matters more than the meal.
Halal status: The Toronto location offers halal-certified menu items, but this is not a fully halal restaurant — it has a full bar serving alcohol. Confirm which dishes are halal when ordering.
What to Order
The pasta dishes are the core — the spaghetti with meat sauce or the baked lasagna are the most reliable choices.
Must Try
The house minestrone soup — a decent starter that sets up the meal well.
Our take from the visit
Go for the experience, not the food. It's a great atmosphere spot and the value is reasonable. Just don't expect to be impressed by the cooking — it's casual Italian done functionally. Good for a date or family dinner where ambiance is the priority.
55/100 · Good
- Public rating (75%)
- 60/100 from Google 4.4 across 13,710 reviews (adjusted to 4.4 for review volume)
- Halal assurance (25%)
- 40/100: halal options
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How it compares
- #30 of 40 scored halal spots in Toronto.
- #3 of 3 scored pasta spots on the Hit List.
- 37 other halal listings within 3 km. Nearest scored: Dave's Hot Chicken (0.3 km, 89), Jacobs & Co. (0.4 km, 65), Pita & Grill (0.9 km, 56).
Halal status was checked on our visit. Statuses change, so confirm with the restaurant before ordering.
The Old Spaghetti Factory — quick answers
Is The Old Spaghetti Factory halal?
The Old Spaghetti Factory in Toronto is listed as "Halal options, not fully halal" on the Halal Hit List. Halal status was checked on our visit. Statuses change, so confirm with the restaurant before ordering. Not every item on the menu is halal.
Where is The Old Spaghetti Factory located?
The Old Spaghetti Factory is at 54 The Esplanade, Toronto, Ontario, in the Old Toronto area.
What is the Hit List Score for The Old Spaghetti Factory?
55 out of 100 (Good). It blends the Google rating, weighted by review count, with halal assurance. The formula is on our methodology page.
Other halal pasta spots, nearest first
Rosa's Pasta Express
Fully halal build-your-own pasta and lasagna — hidden gem
Pastable
Build-your-own halal pasta, mac and cheese, and wings