Cento Uno

Cento Uno (101 in Italian, matching its Maple Road address) takes the simple stuff seriously. Fresh pasta made in-house, olive oil that actually tastes of olives, tomatoes with genuine sweetness. It's the kind of Italian restaurant where simplicity becomes a feature, not an excuse. The space is warm and slightly bustling — white walls, wooden tables, enough buzz to feel alive without shouting over neighbours. Service has that Italian rhythm: friendly, attentive, genuinely pleased when you finish everything on your plate. The pasta changes with what's good and what's seasonal, but the approach stays constant. Nothing overwrought, nothing hiding behind complexity. A cacio e pepe that lets the pepper and pecorino do the talking. A ragu that's been simmering since morning. The tiramisu is made properly, with mascarpone that wobbles and espresso that cuts through. **Local's Tip:** The wine list leans Italian (obviously) and the staff know it well — let them match something to your food. Thursday evenings tend to be buzzing without being impossible for walk-ins.