Waterworks Food Hall Announces Three New Culinary Artisans, Bringing New Flavours to Toronto’s Premier Culinary Destination

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Bello Pizza, Darna Middle Eastern Cuisine, and Union Chicken join Waterworks Food Hall’s curated lineup, expanding its offering of elevated, globally inspired cuisine.

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TORONTO — Waterworks Food Hall (50 Brant Street) is pleased to announce the opening of three new culinary partners: Bello Pizza, Darna Middle Eastern Cuisine, and Union Chicken. These additions will join the hall’s carefully curated mix of acclaimed operators, including Harry’s Charbroiled, Grape Witches, Rasta Pasta, Aburi Sushi and more, further cementing the heritage landmark as one of Toronto’s most compelling and forward-thinking dining destinations.

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Since opening in summer 2024, Waterworks Food Hall has remained committed to partnering with operators who deliver exceptional quality, distinct culinary perspectives, and elevated guest experiences. Each new concept is selected with intention, ensuring it complements the hall’s existing roster while contributing to Waterworks’ world-class lineup that reflects Toronto’s evolving culinary landscape.

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Bello Pizza

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Now open at Waterworks, Bello Pizza brings the inventive energy that transformed a backyard pandemic experiment in Bloor West Village into one of Collingwood’s most beloved restaurants. With slow fermented dough, thoughtful sourcing, and inventive takes on Italian comfort, Bello’s pizzas balance familiarity with discovery. Their seasonal specials and collaborative creativity make Bello a seamless, exciting addition to the hall’s dynamic mix.

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Darna Middle Eastern Cuisine

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Also open now, Darna Middle Eastern Kitchen introduces a modern, ingredient-driven approach to Middle Eastern cooking. Known for vibrant mezze, house-made sauces, and charcoal-grilled meats, Darna’s menu is crafted with the precision and warmth of home cooking, echoing what guests already love at their Roncesvalles and Leaside locations. Their bold, shareable plates and bright flavours add a fresh new layer to the hall’s offerings.

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Union Chicken

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Arriving in early 2026, Union Chicken will bring its iconic buttermilk fried chicken to Waterworks. Centered on premium, ethically sourced poultry, Union Chicken will serve elevated takes on nostalgic comfort food, including fan favourites such as the crispy O.G. Fried Chicken Sandwich, Triple-Cooked Fries and Chicken & Waffles that have made it one of Toronto’s go-to destinations for refined Southern-inspired cooking.

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“At Waterworks, our vision has always been to create Canada’s most elevated heritage food hall experience and redefine what a culinary destination can be,” said Stratton Townley, Vice President, Investments & Corporate Strategy at Woodcliffe Landmark Properties, owners and operators of Waterworks Food Hall. “We’re thrilled to welcome Bello Pizza, Darna Middle Eastern Kitchen, and Union Chicken to Waterworks. Their dedication to craft, quality and hospitality raises the bar yet again and reflects the extraordinary diversity and innovation of Toronto’s food scene, all under one roof.”

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Guests are invited to visit Waterworks at 50 Brant Street to explore its evolving lineup and enjoy Toronto’s premier food hall destination. For more information, please visit www.waterworksfoodhall.com.

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About Waterworks Food Hall:

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Located in a meticulously restored and repurposed heritage building, Waterworks Food Hall is home to over 15 culinary artisans, three bars, including Grape Witches and Civil Works, six event spaces totalling over 12,000 square feet, and two outdoor patios, including a secret courtyard garden. The former City of Toronto machine shop was redeveloped by Woodcliffe Landmark Properties and MOD Developments, and meticulously restored by a deep bench of architectural and design talent, including Diamond Schmitt Architects, ERA Architects, Steven Fong Architect, DesignAgency, Cecconi Simone, and Futurestudio. Opened in July 2024, Waterworks fulfils a mission to establish a new landmark culinary and community destination, drawing a global and domestic audience while serving as an essential gathering space for the neighbourhood, residents, businesses and beyond. More details, including operating hours, can be found at www.waterworksfoodhall.com.

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