Off the charts! Casa Madeira is firing on all cylinders; ambiance, décor, service, quality, flavor, plating, cocktails, overall experience, even special touches. The space is gorgeous; warm, modern, and energetic... with a posh but welcoming vibe that works for date nights, groups, or even families with older kids. Worth every penny. Food highlights: * Chile pulpo; Hands down the best octopus I've ever had (and I've had dozens worldwide, not to sound pretentious, I'm just obsessed with octopus). They fly it in from Spain and prepare it over 24+ hours. Served on sweet corn purée; unexpected but it works. I literally gasped at the first bite. * Ceviche blanco; Bright, perfectly balanced citrus, impeccably fresh seafood. * Fattoush salad; A clever mashup of Persian & Baja Mexican flavors. Excellent, though ours had more pita chips than salad... a lighter hand there would make it perfect. * Tacos; The al pastor chicken was phenomenal; juicy, with just-right sweetness from pineapple and heat from árbol salsa (could use a crunch or herb drizzle on top). The tiger shrimp taco was also a standout. Drinks: We tried several rounds; all stunningly presented, some with a little "experience" factor. When one cocktail leaned too sweet, our server happily collaborated with the bartender for a custom tweak. Favorites; Casa Madeira Old Fashioned, Huracán, Quintana Roo, Solstice, Atmosfera. To top it off, the team surprised us with a champagne toast for our anniversary. Special shoutout to our server, who was lovely, fun, and guided us through the evening perfectly. Casa Madeira nails every detail... we can't wait to come back! read more

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A beautiful but unfortunately somewhat underwhelming brunch experience at Casa Madera. There are definitely great things about this place - the decor, the vibes, and the service were all great. Our waitress was very kind and welcoming and all our photos turned out great. The food is where it didn't quite hit the mark for me - which is unfortunate, because everything else doesn't quite matter at a restaurant if the food isn't good. The prices are a bit astronomical for most of the menu, so we were limited to the more reasonable options. I'm a bit unsure who that $295 tomahawk is catered towards. Even the options we did order, which were on the more reasonable side, were quite expensive for what we got. The main disappointment was the Omelette Mexicano ($25) - even in the photo I've included, it looks sad. This dish really had no business being $25. The "wagyu" is no different than normal ground beef but somehow is being used to justify the price. Both the Omelette and Octopus dishes were not hot when served which also impacted the taste. We did like the sweet options, such as the Churro French Toast ($26), but it was nothing special. If I came again I'd probably stick with sweet rather than savory. While I can see the effort they put into making this a fun brunch spot, I do not think I would be back. read more

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I came here for brunch on a Sunday morning to celebrate a friend. The service was great and the vibe was so much fun. They first started us off with complementary passionfruit juice shots that was torched in front of us. Halfway into our meals, they handed us a napkin to twirl in the air as entertainers came out. It was a super fun little party. I got the huevos rancheros and it was decent. The portions were average. I wasn't hungry at the end, but I wasn't very full either. They also have yucca fries, which were really good. Overall, I was a really fun place to go with friends. It definitely gives off a very entertaining and fun vibe to start the day! read more

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Came here for brunch after seeing all the glowing Google reviews, but unfortunately left a bit underwhelmed. We ordered the Huevos Rancheros and a mocktail. The mocktail was watered down and lacked flavor, which was disappointing. The Huevos Rancheros looked nice but didn't deliver on taste - it felt a bit flat compared to what I was expecting at this price point. The ambiance is definitely beautiful, but the food itself didn't quite match the hype. read more

Casa Madera - Huevos Rancheros - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I went here with a few friends because we heard great things about the restaurant. The interior is certainly very nice -- I really like the greenery, very similar to the vibe at 1Kitchen beside it. The restaurant was packed even on a Wednesday night so reservations are definitely recommended. They do have a dress code although not sure how much of it is enforced. Some men do come in suits and women in nice dress, but also you can be more casual as well. They recommend us to order some items to share, so we got the duck tacos, arugula salad, octopus croquettes, tuna timbale, grilled striped bass, along with some drinks. The prices is on the higher end (tacos were $24 for two) considering that it's a hip restaurant on King West. Honestly, I found the flavours to just be okay, nothing was too memorable. It seems that most tables got the old fashion because it gives a good show with the fire, but you're also paying $25 for a cocktail. Overall, I think it's a good place to try out for a date night or with after work social. You can totally find better food elsewhere at lower prices. read more

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Booked Casa Madera for a birthday celebration and it didn't disappoint. The service was excellent and the interior was stunning--really loved the vibe. The tables were a bit small, but that's the style they're going for, I guess. LOL. It was relatively quiet when we arrived around 5pm on a Sunday, just as dinner was starting. We started with an amuse-bouche that seemed like some kind of delicious potato dish, though I can't recall exactly what it was. The Mayan hummus was good but not groundbreaking--definitely better than store-bought, but nothing too special. The tacos were absolutely BOMB, perfectly balanced in terms of meat, toppings, and tortilla, with fantastic flavors. The star of the show was the Casa Tomahawk. It's a huge dish, easily enough for four people. Though pricey, the meat's phenomenal cooking and quality made it worth the expense, and it was served with some simple yet tasty tomatoes and potatoes. We ended with a strawberry ice cream tart which they decorated with a 'Happy Birthday' message, a nice touch reflecting the special note I made in the reservation. The mocktails we tried were so good, they made me want to order more. Overall, Casa Madera delivered great vibes, food, and service. It's pricey, especially if you opt for something like the tomahawk, but well worth it for a special occasion. I'm looking forward to trying their brunch next time since I've heard good things about it. read more

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Great love it beautiful place would def come back Great food great ambience so nice. Beautiful plants everywhere I love love loved it. Come here if you want to take great great photos. Service was amazing. When it was nice. We definitely come back again. read more

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My BF took me to this beautiful place for celebrating my birthday. I like their decoration with plants elements It makes us feel like we still in Mexico for our summer vacation' The food definitely 10/10! The octopus, the risotto just too good! Definitely gonna go back to try their brunch soon! read more

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Went with a reservation waited more than 30 minutes as table wasn't ready. Once seated service staff was great, food was good nothing too special. Ambiance is nice with performers and music. Tacos were okay nothing special, truffle risotto and oysters were amazing.Great for a night out in the city not somewhere I would go often. read more

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While staying at the 1 Hotel Toronto, we decided to book a Saturday night reservation for Casa Madera. Our waitress, Charlie was great! They are known for their cocktails & they did not disappoint! Inspired by the elements (earth, wind, water & fire), the cocktails are an experience on their own. I ordered the ATMOSFERA (Mezcal, Gin, Wildflower Honey, Pêche de Vigne, Basil, Lemon, Madeira) & it was not only delicious but the presentation took it over the edge! (see video below) & my guy ordered MI CASA TEPACHE (Housemade charred pineapple tepache, Mezcal, Grapefruit Zest, Lime, Tajin) - HAMACHI SERRANO (fresh lime, cucumber, pickled onion, crispy garlic) Good, very fresh but lacked flavour for me. - HEIRLOOM TOMATO (watermelon, red onion, cilantro pesto, balsamic, black truffle burrata) AMAZING! I could have eaten this all night. - DOVER SOLE (caper brown butter sauce, chili de arbol, lemon brûlée) SOOOO delicious! Would also have eaten this all night! - PACIFICO STRIPED BASS (fennel citrus salad, salsa trio served with corn tortillas) Very fresh & perfectly cooked although I did not eat it in the tortilla with salsas. Simply squeezed some lime over it. Perfect (but the SOLE was my favourite) - SALTED CARAMEL + CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE (swiss meringue, vanilla pavlova kisses, chocolate crumble, crunchy almonds, chocolate ice cream) DELICIOUS! i loved this incredible dessert. Music & vibe was great & would definitely return again & again! read more

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This wood house is made for cookin'! Aside from the beautiful decor which is the perfect complement to 1 Hotel, let's talk great food. If you want the full (eye) tasting menu, see below. Worth noting was the spectacular grilled octopus, wild mushroom truffle risotto, and the hunk of beef. read more

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If I could I would give this place a 3.5 star not the full 4. The ambiance in this place was awesome - there was definitely a vibe there but I felt everything was just extremely slow and they weren't even busy. The food was interesting, definitely a fusion in flavour but not for my palette. The only thing I actually enjoyed was the filling inside the chocolate ball. I feel if the server was more attentive versus us having to flag her I would've been okay with the full 4 stars. Definitely not on the top of my list of places I'd return too. read more

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The ambiance. GORGEOUS! There's also a violinist that plays modern music and accompanies the edm in the background. Plus a tasteful dancer that goes around the restaurant. I was with my girlfriend visiting from NY. We ordered a bunch of things to try. The tacos were the best I've had in Toronto. Hands down. The duck tacos are a must. The ceviche and scallops were extremely fresh. The mushroom risotto was exceptional and I'm usually not the biggest fan of risotto. Service was great. He was very attentive, great and very honest with his suggestions! read more

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Ambience - came here on a Sunday night with a group of about 8 people. Loved it. Felt private, cozy. Loved the ambiance. Food & drinks - - Wine - ordered a bottle of Valpolicella (red) great wine! - cocktail - Huracan- brandy forward with hints of honey, blackberry & lime. Earl grey flavoured mist to top off the drink. Amazing presentation, flavourful. Loved it. Would high recommend (recommended by waitress!) - Duck carnitas - was looking for a small entree (as I wasn't as hungry) and drinks, and boy this didn't disappoint. Flavourful, rich, topped with red onions, garlic cream & chipotle salsa. Yum!! Comes with 2x tacos and they were very generous with the duck portions. Would recommend to share or snack! Service- excellent and attentive. Very down to earth, approachable and organized. Attended to our group well, ensured everyone their orders right, and followed up with everyone in a timely manner. They were able to clear the table in a timely manner as well as friendly! Parking- there is a parking garage, directly below the resto. A little confusing getting out of the parking garage, but eventually will find your way into the restaurant if you as hotel staff, or enter via the neighboring bar. Overall 4/5. I would like to try more food, and/or come on a Fri/Sat night to give a true review. But overall enjoyed the experience. Loved the atmosphere. Cozy, chic, private, classy. Loved it! Would come back! read more

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Went for Brunch would highly recommend it! The Huevos rancheros were the best we ever had. Beautiful decor, hip music with live guitar and bongo at Brunch. Would definitely go back! read more

Ambiance: 4.5/5 - beautiful venue, lighting, decor, etc. music was awesome as well, there was a live dancer and guitar player. I'd say it's a bit of a more romantic vibe, but did go as a group and didn't feel weird in any way. Only reason of giving it 4.5 and not 5 is because it was too loud at some points and hard to converse Service: 4/5 - very good and friendly service. Only reason for the lower star is because we weren't checked up on that much - not that it took away from our dinner or anything, but just comparing to other restaurants, there wasn't as much "follow up". Still overall excellent service though, I'm only being critical because it's a review. Food: Kobe A5: 5/5 my first time trying Kobe, but it was DIVINE. Some of the best meat I've ever had. Loved every single bite.... It's a lot of money, but worth it for me as I'm a steak guy. Fattoush Salad: 3.5/5 - was good but nothing special, didn't feel like there was much value. Pave Potatoes: 4.5/5 excellent. Salsa accompanied with it was good but nothing special. Confit Truffle Potatoes: 4/5 very good Fire grilled ribeye: 4/5 very good, but compared to the Kobe A5, is a lower rating. Still great, but not the BEST steak I've ever had. Would maybe come back and try the tacos next time instead of this? Overall Rating: 4.5/5 excellent restaurant and service ... just a little pricey, but worth it once in a while read more

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Great food, brunch has live DJ and performers (dancer, guitar, and drums). I think the price for many of the brunch items were very reasonable ~$20-35 per item with a few unique dishes in the higher range (like the tomahawk 44oz). The natural lighting and plant-heavy decor creates a fun atmosphere for groups and celebrations. My favourites are the octopus and huevos rancheros. The pancakes look great, but they're so filling that it would be better as a shared plate or for someone with a sweet tooth. Would recommend the whole experience! read more

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We popped in for a Vday dinner despite being on a very strict food plan for the new year. The restaurant is beautiful- very similar to the Scottsdale location, dark, mysterious, and earthy. As it was Sat night it was quite loud with the DJ and there was a danger and violinist... With our restrictions we unfortunately were unable to try the cocktails but having done so at the other locations and seeing that the options are similar im sure they were delicious. The food was great- what I most appreciated was we needed everything quite "clean" with limited oils, carbs etc and the server did his part to ensure the kitchen was aware and assisted us in our ordering. The hamachi, and artichoke salad was definitely the star of the show- my partner loved his meatballs and the charred broccolini was soooo good! The portions were HUGE. It got a little awkward when the half dressed dancer stood in front of us making eye contact as we ate and started to dance.... BUT I'm sure some love that- lol I just find it weird as I'm putting food in my mouth that someone is dancing in front of me. read more

Incredible food, service and overall experience. I love the look and feel of this place! Something weird was how big of a deal they made over our reservation for 3 when the entire room was empty up until we left. I understand it's a popular place but very annoying when you need to put a card down and confirm 3-4 times that you're coming. Overall, delicious with amazing live music and drinks so would visit any time I'm around the Toronto area. read more

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As you enter the ambiance is amazing! Live dancing and she was holding a scent, relaxing. Along with live violin. Beautiful ambiance and love performance. We are so lucky to have Roberts as our server. Professional, knowledgeable and excellent recommendations and explaining every drink and dish to us. When you call to make a reservation, make sure to ask for Roberts! Robert with an "s". Roberts was so knowledgeable and so patiently helped us select our drinks. The cocktail were categorized as different elements, earth, air, fire, water. I ended up picking both theatrical one, I picked an air cocktail smoke bubble and the plata paraiso , it was like a spa in a cup with the Blanco Tequila, Watermelon, Coconut Water, Benedictine, Lime, Agave, Eucalyptus & Cinnamon Fog. The fog you can smell the Eucalyptus. Both drinks were beautiful and good flavour profile! We enjoyed it. So it wasn't just for the theatrical component. Roberts then recommended the Heirloom Tomato watermelon, red onion, cilantro pesto, balsamic, black truffle burrata. Honestly, as I was going through the menu, I wanted to skip the salad part because I usually hate salads and tomatoes. Thankfully Roberts suggested that we order this salad. One of his favourite on the menu. The Heirloom tomato turned out to be phenomenal, this changed my view towards salad. So many flavour profile going on and umami. The burrata was so fresh. So delicious. Moving onto the Chile Pulpo $38.00 sweet corn puree, chives, marcona almonds, chile de arb was not dried at all and it was a good balance. The shrimp taco, the shrimp was just the right size and sweet. I really enjoyed it. I enjoyed it so much that I forgot to take a photo. Last but not least, the Arrachera $25.00 wagyu skirt steak, caribbean jerk marinade, cilantro, pineapple, red onion, avocado cream, cotija. Roberts our server is an A+ server and we can add him to our profile everytime we come back and of course I did! I will definitely come back to try other drinks and items on the menu. A dining experience full of surprises. Excellent! read more

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The food was really great and the atmosphere was outstanding. We were seated at a corner seat next to the window which was perfect! We enjoyed a seafood tower and oysters among other dishes. For dessert, I ordered the salted caramel chocolate truffle which was delicious! Our waiter was hilarious and made great recommendations on popular dishes to try. read more

friend's birthday dinner Great place & amazing staff. The food was a 7/10 $$$ we were a big group so we got to pass the food around which was great because you get to try other food options. My friend booked her birthday dinner at this restaurant they told her cutting one piece of cake that she bought with her own money would cost $15 for one piece of cake LOL ridiculous. The restaurant should put cutting the cake at the table is not optional on their website. read more

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I came here for the first time to try out their cocktails since I was told they offer interesting options. This was proven true, tho as a sour-cocktail person, their selection is pretty small. I got me a Mi Casa Tepache, and the waitress, Lina, offered to make it less sweet since I did say sweet cocktail is not my thing, very sweet of her. My table got a couple of tacos to share: duck carnitas (highly highly recommended) and arracherra. The later smelled / tasted gamey for a beef-based taco, which I found unusual. We also got their lemon dessert, blanca y limon. Extravagant presentation, but tasted mediocre. The lemon flavor was barely there, the strawberry was much more present. One thing the left bad impression for my visit was the waitress' helper. I can't remember his name, but his timing on checking the table was always off. And the cherry on top was when I inquired about the taco's size, where he proceeded to remove the napkin from my plate, and physically touch the inside of my plated with his fingers to give visual representation, instead of opting to making a circle with both hands. He's been walking around to the other tables and who knows what's been touched. Never thought I'd see that in such restaurant. read more

Casa Madera - Mi Casa Tepache - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Part of a longer review "Swanky restaurants that gloat about immersive dining experiences can sometimes miss the mark when it comes to the main event--food and beverage. True to its immersive experience, Casa Madera prides itself on an eclectic and theatrical cocktail program. The beverage menu contains pages of alcoholic concoctions as well as non-alcoholic and low-proof selections. Every single one is guaranteed to be showstoppingly stunning, and perhaps even lit on fire table-side, as is the case with the Solstice ($25) - a tequila, passionfruit and spice-infused creation. Rest assured that executive chef Olivier Le Calvez doesn't skip a beat when it comes to the food, either. The Mexican-born chef infuses his knowledge of Mexican and coastal cuisines to deliver an inventive menu using many ingredients from a 100-kilometre radius. Some organic crops--from onions and peppers to herbs and edible flowers--are even picked from the on-site garden pavilion..." read more

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I visited this restaurant on a Sunday evening for dinner with a couple of friends. The ambience is amazing! You feel like you're transported into nature. 4 star The food was also really good. I ordered the truffle risotto, which could've had more truffle taste. I also ordered the steak which was OK way too chewy and dry. I ordered the lobster which was way too salty. The heirloom, tomato salad was decent, could've used some salt. And then hummus was ok. The lobster was the saltiest lobster I've ever had. The food would get 3.5 stars. However, the service was very poor. Unfortunately, it spoiled the experience due to delays in service. Very disappointing. The manager was very accommodating. Overall great food and ambience, but would expect better service. read more

Honestly exceptional. Lena was our waitress and did such a great job with recommendations. Had the most delicious meal for Valentine's Day. Pricey, but delicious read more

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My friends and I found this place on TikTok when we were looking for a good brunch spot that would help our hangover lol. We came in and they sat us down super quickly. Our waiter was SO sweet. She was so attentive and kind. I got the Huevos Rancheros and the hummus appetizer and it was all just what we needed. In the end, we asked our waiter for recommendations on dinner restaurants since we are from out of town and she was so helpful. She gave us a whole list of great places and was more than happy to help us find what we were looking for. I will say that this is not the place to have a quiet brunch/lunch since they have performers and music but it was great for us. read more

Casa Madera - Huevos Rancheros - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The ambiance of this place is one of a kind, I'm talking DJ spinning trendy chill house with a live violinist walking around! Table side cocktails that play to all of your senses! Amazing people watching scene as well. The staff is personable and knowledgeable everything has a classy yet unique flair to it. I had the Turbot which was cooked perfectly, it was delicate yet delightfully seasoned even the tacos we ordered for the table were amazing ! This place is a definite 10/10 would eat at again and again and again!!' Go with a group and share and graze to get a true feeling for this culinaryp journey of a restaurant read more

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Came here for dinner and drinks before a night out and wow, what a cool vibe. They had a violinist playing live in the restaurant to the beat of the live DJs music. The drinks were crafted perfectly and the dishes were great to share. Highly recommend! read more

Casa Madera - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Tiny tables, huge plates. Casa Madera has all the makings of a successful clubby restaurant, and presents a formidable, differentiated product. The cap steak here for $120 was actually worth every exchange-rate-advantaged penny. Live music and dancing made the splurge even more worthwhile. There's a fine line to walk here, but Casa Madera is keeping its balance just fine read more

What an experience! It's pricier than ever to go out for dinner now, so why not choose a spot that offers it all - great food, service, and ambiance? It all begins from the moment you step through the doors. The music, decor, and lighting create a luxurious setting for a special evening. We celebrated a birthday and it will be a night we will always remember. We chose to share so we ordered a variety of dishes including the tuna timbale, heirloom tomato, Pacifico striped bass, fire grilled ribeye (wagyu is delish), and of course a couple of desserts - salted caramel + chocolate truffle, and blanca y limon. Lina was a lovely and helpful server. Oh and if you like people watching, this is a great spot to do that too ;) Thank you for a wonderful evening, Casa Madera! read more

Our dinner was off the charts delicious... truly! We consider ourselves discriminating foodies and last night's meal was one of the best meals at a restaurant... ever! The service was exceptional and the ambiance/vibe was perfect. We will definitely return! read more

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Initially I had a great experience. It was easy to book a reservation. I thought the atmosphere was great, servers were nice and the food was above average. I liked the octopus, scallops and steak. I got very annoyed in the end when the server tried to pull a fast one on us. One of our friends left early and paid $150 on the bill. When I received the bill I questioned why the $150 was not deducted from our bill. The server said "oh your friend had a separate tab" We shared all the food and did not open a separate tab. I told the server to show me that tab he's talking about. 10 minutes later, he presented us with a new bill with the new total. Our bill was already over $2000 and I thought it was very unethical to cheat customers like that. If they apologized after I pointed it out the first time, I wouldn't be as irritated. Check your bill! read more

Nestled in the rebranded Thompson Hotel AKA The 1 Hotel, is Casa Madera. The interior was absolutely stunning, it transports you to Tulum with the greenery, decor and music. Hamachi Serrano: This was delicious, the lime, cucumber, pickled onion and crispy garlic added freshness, tanginess and crunchiness Aji Panca Tuna: I felt the tuna wasn't the greatest as the flavors fell flat and the cut of fish wasn't buttery Arrachera Taco: This was essentially a "wagyu" steak taco with jerk seasoning. The steak was diced and pieces so small that they were very easily dry and overcooked. I was very disappointed in this Tiger Shrimp Taco: This was good, no complaints but definitely not amazing Fire Grilled Ribeye: It came with a 10oz ribeye and bone marrow, you pair the two together it was delicious. I recommend this if you decide to visit Risotto: Ok this was the probably the worst risotto I ever had. It tasted like congee as it was too runny but some pieces of the rice were undercooked. Chile Pulpo: This octopus dish was everyones favorite of the night. It was tender and full of umami and the sweet corn puree was sweet. Heirloom Tomato salad: This was okay, an average burrata salad. I couldn't really taste the black truffle part of the burrata tho Even though the food was good overall, theres a few kinks that need to be worked out. We brought a cake for a birthday, which they said wasn't allowed to be served and never told us in advanced. I mean I understand not allowing balloons because it affects the overall look of the place but cake?! Additionally when the server brought our bills she said we weren't allowed to split it. This ended up not being the case when we spoke to a manager who realized we could but that the server didn't know how. They tried to make up for the experience by sending a complimentary bottle of prosecco but some people still left with a bad impression. I personally would come back in the future after they solve these issues read more

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Okay so this place is Over. The. Top. In a good way? Mostly. The cocktails are OTT. The live violinist is OTT. The delicious food is OTT. The chick wandering around with a pot of burning sage is... weird... and OTT. And the prices- the PRICES- are OTFreakingT. But I still think you should go. My friends and I came here as part of our dinner club. We try to go to all the buzzy spots and this one was hard to reserve at so natch it was high on our list. First off, walking in is a major wow. The place is beautiful. There are several different areas and honestly there doesn't seem to be a bad seat. There's a wandering violinist who is connected to the DJ's house music, and yes... there is a random chick wandering around dancing and burning sage. Unless someone just came in off the street, but I doubt it. Cocktails are an event. Everywhere you look you see a server releasing a plume of smoke from a tumbler, or lighting a drink on fire. At $25 each, I was looking for a cocktail that might by me dinner, but hey... I can't even find a man to do that so... As for the food: you have a decision to make. Try to go easy on the wallet and leave hungry, or splurge out, enjoy yourself, and just forget that your dinner will equal a lease payment for a Tesla. (can you lease a Tesla?) Fact is, all the food here is super good. The ceviche was bright and interesting- more than just an acid bomb. The octopus seems to be universally loved. My fave bite was the A La Plancha- these gorgeous grilled vegetables in a balsamic dressing. Honestly I rolled my eyes when my friend ordered them but so good. Same with the artichokes and manchego. The tacos were great, though I found the duck ones a little tough- not a good first date choice. The shrimp tacos were lovely and I recommend them. We were going to get into the bigger entrees like the decadent sounding truffle risotto, but to be honest we were so full at this point we had to stop... so that we had room for dessert. This was the one disappointment of the night. The salted caramel and chocolate truffle was so sweet we could hardly get through it. Here's a fact: we're probably going into a recession, gas prices are nuts, a war is raging, there's something called MONKEY POX, and billionaires are going into space. If there ever was a time to spend $19 on a single scallop, this might just be it. So do it. If you like this review, you can now follow me on this site, or at my brand new Tik Tok - @nickeatseverything read more

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Earnest and manic. Too many staff hovering near us, some with cameras, like we're in a social experiment. Manager insisted on shaking hands on entry. During a particularly contagious part of the pandemic. I get the no masks thing but please don't insist on touching customers. Our server, who reminds us a little of Kath in After Life, grabs my cashmere sweater sleeve without warning to clean a camera lens. Without permission. An expensive cashmere sweater that I wore because it was my birthday. Tables are tiny and narrow. Food comes out of the kitchen too quickly. They ask us to move things. They try to take not-empty dishes of food. Support staff are otherwise great. Water and dropped napkins are refilled and replaced rapidly. Unfortunately the server and some managers are "too familiar" with us. Stay too long talking, asking our opinions. Food ranges from excellent to very good to good. Kitchen is great with accommodating dietary restrictions. Bahia Vieira is excellent. Chile pulpo and whipped aubergine are absolutely delicious. Everything is sprinkled with beautiful edible flowers. Kudos to the kitchen staff. Cocktails are flavourful and interesting. ($21 for non alcoholic beverages is highway robbery, though.) I order a pineapple tepache cocktail. It's out of stock. I go with plan b. Bill lists at least one upcharge not disclosed on the brand new menu. Whipped aubergine ($22) says it comes with pita. However, we were charged $5 extra for pita. Not cool to nickel and dime. There are two Prosecco by the glass listed on the menu. They charge for the more expensive one. We were not offered a dessert menu. However, I'm thankful for the birthday chocolate ganache type of dessert they send out. Very kind. Lovely calligraphy. Atmosphere is loud, with live guitarist roaming the space. Shaman dancer lady in sexy macrame dress wafts by periodically to incense tables. If you don't like smoke or fragrance, be warned. Chef came out to meet the VIP gossip columnist at the nearby corner table (where presumably they had more space for their food, too). Is there anything worse than feeling second class when spending good money and taking a risk on a brand new menu? It's no Quetzal. It's more South Beach than Toronto, by design. I'm sure it will appeal to those it's designed for -- younger with more open wallets. The macrame'd shaman has work to do. read more

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The first time I went there was for my birthday last year and absolutely loved it! So much so that we went there again. The food, the atmosphere, ambiance, everything, AMAZING! Service was excellent as well. Highly recommend! read more

FOOD: 8/10 DRINKS: 9/10 VIBE: 9/10 SERVICE: 9/10 Loved the exquisite boho ambiance that transports you to Tulum. This place offers high-end Mexican and Mediterranean cuisines with beautiful dish presentation, but an okay taste -- nothing really made me excited. In the evenings, there's a DJ who plays deep house music, as well as performers and dancers roaming across the room. What makes this place unique is their cocktail presentations -- whether your drink is covered in fog, fire or ice, I'm sure you'll catch some Instagram-worthy shots! read more

Food was top notch and service was great too. Presentation for cocktails was very cool and the Risotto had the most amazing flavor. Very $$ so be prepared but always nice to have an experience this good. read more

Casa Madera offers a cool atmosphere and great music that sets the mood just right. While the food may not be exceptional, it still hits the spot. Overall, it's a nice spot to unwind and enjoy a casual meal. read more