Alvin Leung has built an international reputation as one of the most inventive names in modern Chinese cuisine, and his newest venture is bringing that sensibility to an unlikely format: the steakhouse.
The Leo, opening in Markham, reimagines the traditional steakhouse through a distinctly pan-Asian lens, positioning itself as a bigger, bolder answer to the city’s surf-and-turf scene. Rather than sticking to a conventional Western steakhouse playbook, Leung is layering in flavours and techniques drawn from across Asia, promising a menu that leans into contrast and spectacle in equal measure.
For Markham diners who’ve watched the neighbourhood’s culinary profile grow steadily over the past several years, The Leo represents a genuine marquee addition — a destination restaurant backed by a chef with real global credibility, landing outside the downtown core where most star-chef openings tend to cluster.
Looking for a steakhouse experience that doesn’t play it safe? The Leo is opening soon in Markham.