Just wow. The drinks are sublime. I had the old fashioned, and it was fantastic. The atmosphere is…read moresuper intimate. The music selection is great. And if you are hungry, the beef tounge is incredible. Albert is the perfect host!

hidden in an upstairs residential looking building in yorkville in true speakeasy fashion!! very…read moreupscale and fancy vibes. drinks were amazing and lots of freebies with chips and sparkling wine on the house. service was amazing, if you sit at the bar the bartender would also make custom drinks for you based on your preferences. all things considered, the drinks are still a bit pricey

Such a vibey and awesome speak easy! we went on a late sunday night so it was just my group of 4…read moreand another party of 2 under the roof which felt like we had the place to ourselves. our bartender was so knowledgeable with mixing drinks and knew what we wanted. we ordered one round of drinks and then requested for a drink of our taste by letting the bartender know what we were looking for and i'm just going to say... he delivered. we were craving an ube sour from a picture that my friend had showed me and wanted to see if he can craft it. it's been over a week since coming here and i still think about this drink. i don't think any other place can perfect this specific one.

What a find! We just wanted a drink before returning to our hotel. We stumbled into the…read morerestaurant upstairs and the gentleman sitting there told us about the speakeasy in the basement. It was a beautifully decorated space with an amazing bartender Ahmed! His knowledge of cocktails was spot on, he made us all great drinks, his dealers choice hit the spot after asking us a couple of questions about what flavor profiles we like. He was so pleasant to chat with. Totally recommend

Found this cocktail bar through a friend and immediately made a reservation after seeing the menu…read more The ingredients are complex but intentional, with East Asian influences. I found myself wanting to try most of the cocktails, which is a rarity. We got the Strawberry Tetsu to start (inspired by Uncle Tetsu's Japanese cheesecake), along with the Cloudy Oolong (tea-based cocktail with a salted caramel cheese foam). The Strawberry Tetsu tasted like a dessert and was delicious, with a graham cracker crumble rim. The Cloudy Oolong had a strong tea taste which I loved, as sometimes the tea can get lost in a cocktail. The foam on top was addicting and paired nicely with it, similar to a bubble tea. Next, I had the Burnt Yuzu which was light and refreshing from the citrus. The bar is hidden behind Misfit Ice Cream, with a speakeasy vibe to the interior. Large windows line one wall with a view to the exterior, but are tinted enough that people walking by cannot see in. Service was great, although they do have a strict 1 hr 45 min time limit for seating, regardless of whether the bar is packed or not.

I am a fan of Asian inspired flavors for cocktails, and this one is no exception. From oolong teas…read moreto yuzu and exotic fruits, there are a wide variety of creative flavors to choose from. Not going to lie, we had trouble finding the entrance, even after looking it up online, but it is through the shop in the corner of that block and through a vending machine door. There was already kind of a line waiting in the shop on the side, so we did not order the #8 to get in. It is dimly lit and has good music playing, but the area inside is on the smaller side. The drinks are on the expensive side but the drinks are higher quality. The staff was also very nice, they provided phone chargers for us when our phones were about to die.

We stopped by Midnight Market thinking it was still an after-hours club--fair warning, it isn't…read more But the staff was super friendly, and since they share management with Big Trouble, they gave us free cover cards, which was a nice surprise. We ordered the bulgogi dumplings, turnip cakes, miso mushroom udon carbonara, mushroom black garlic spaghetti, and the red curry chicken rigatoni. Everything was genuinely great, especially for the price. For a spot so close to the clubs, it's an awesome place to grab food during a night out. We had someone in our group who's gluten-free, and they were happy to sub rice noodles into one of the dishes. It was thoughtful of them to accommodate, but the rice noodles soaked up the sauce too much and clumped together, making it hard to eat. Still, overall the food and experience were solid, and I'd definitely go back.

The food was great! I believe I got here during the happy hour and it was buy one get one free so…read moreof course I doubled up! In this economy I have to eat as much as I can on a dollar LOL I loved the Asian ambiance with the signage, the lights, the paints, everything. Our server was fantastic. She let us know the faves of the customers and things that we should try. Depending on our taste palette. I would definitely recommend you go p

Classy spot in the Fairmont for this #19 on the best of North America's '26 bars. 4.5 stars…read more Cocktails: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5 Cost to worth it rating: 3 Opentableable: yes Return worthiness: yes Highlights: - Love the atmosphere with the paintings and books and multi half levels in one room - Comfortable which was great cause thought might be stuffy - Martini: birdbath is their signature. Was very cold with a touch of orange and came with show of a long pour which was fun. They have their own vodka and gin they use. 5 stars - Menu: sweet/dry, light/spirited quadrants mapped out on the front page Also a sketch drawing of the drink so you can see what type of glass you'll get and colorful pictures on the side to set the mood. - Spicy nuts: good yet dusty but bonus for having hazelnuts. 4 stars Midlights: - Can get on waitlist if full and can text you (note: was full even early afternoon on a Saturday) - Wanted to try more food like the beef sandwich or french onion soup but we were in between meals Lowlights: - Took over 30 min to get our first drink after ordering which was odd at a hotel of this caliber. The next ones did not have the same wait time which was good.

Came here for dessert and drinks after dinner. My wife had pinot grigio that she really enjoyed. I…read morehad an excellent smoked old fashioned. Vanilla ice cream for my daughter was delicious. The vibe and ambience in this place is outstanding. Super cozy and relaxing.

What a beautiful establishment!…read more Popped in here for a drink before heading to dinner and it was a great experience! It's a very intimate setting, and snugged away! We had great service and an attentive waitress. Definitely will return here again.

Bar Bowie is one of my favourite hidden spots in the city. It's tucked away down a back alley on…read moreOssington and once you're inside, the interior is beautiful and the atmosphere never misses. One thing I'd recommend is making a reservation, especially if you're planning to go on a weekend. It gets busy quickly, and there have been times when they weren't even letting people wait inside because they were already at capacity. Whenever I go, I usually order the olives and the truffle fries along with my drink. They're simple, but they're the perfect snacks to eat while chatting. If you haven't been, this is your sign to go!

I don't know how to describe the experience I had here. The super creative drinks are a whole…read moreexperience! The ingredients on the menu ... first, they're creative. Second they're meant to be an experience. There are multiple parts and they're meant to be consumed to create the cocktail equivalent of the perfect bite. I had the Golden Honey Penicillin with its amuse bouche (corn cannoli) and burnt honey sherbet over snow covered with crispy panels (?)... this was to be alternated with the cocktail ... and it was to be savored because it was such a great combination of flavors and textures but also because there were spices being released from the ice cubes ... amazing doesn't describe the experience! Super comfortably dark ambiance and exceptional guidance from server. Forgot to add - wagyu beef tartare and smoked olives were delicious and satisfying sharables'

Visiting Toronto for the first time, I found myself here after someone had suggested this bar as a…read moremust visit. This place is on another level. The drinks are exceptional; they are well thought out and very creative. Depending on what you order, you may be getting a whole presentation/experience! I would highly recommend this place.

A super fun place for a night out, at least once! Yes, it is expensive, so be prepared to spend…read more Yes, it is packed and loud, definitely overpacked, so be prepared to squeeze through people and clutch that drink tight so it doesn't spill! The staff are fun and polite; only one lady had a surly face the whole night, but we did not pay her much mind. Other than that, everyone was easy to deal with. We didn't try any food so can't comment on that; drink quality was good, though the sips tend to be on the small side. You go for the memories, you leave with stories!

Very confusing hiring process…read more Before my trial shift, I had to complete all personal and tax documents and was added to their systems as if I were already hired. At the end of my trial, I was told I would get a schedule, then received a rejection the next day with no explanation. Lack of transparency and professionalism--important for anyone considering applying.

The Coolest Speakeasy in Toronto!…read more I'm on a dating tour and I'm currently listening to my therapist (my bestie) and dating them ALL! (Best advice ever, highly recommend.) So when this handsome fit fella said I bought you a ticket to come see me, I said I'll see you soon! Because Ladies the last man I dated said he was the best I'd find, and that he was a good catch. Good catch alright, I caught him left and right texting desperate women who wanted to see him. Ladies have HIM! He's good for a meal, that was the advice I got when I first started seeing him and I didn't listen! Shout out to that Yelp angel who I didn't listen to! He's is no prize, you were right! That's for sure! You've seen my pictures, talk about UPGRADE! Now let's talk about Prequel! While on a first date my new honey pot (yes they all get the same name) decided to take me all over Ossington. He lives in walking distance which is way cool! For our pregame we walked into this little upscale shop or so I thought, he said table for two. I was looking around confused and then voilà a distinguished gentleman appeared from the hidden door! Sooo cute! Upon entering this dimly lit enchanting room you see leather chairs and a place where honestly I could come to daily. I wish this was my neighborhood watering hole. Now this was NICE! Our bartender was awesome and made our drinks to perfection! My pictures of the drinks are picture perfect! Love this place and definitely returning when I come back to see this handsome man! (He really is. I know y'all don't trust me. lol I promise no more large men.) Till next time! Perfect date night vibes, highly recommend! Yelp didn't attach my original pics but there are more! They are beautiful too!

First of all, I really admire how committed Prequel & Co. Apothecary is to its concept. So many…read morebars have a theme, but this is one of the few where it actually carries through every part of the experience. From the entrance to the interior and even the drinks themselves, everything is thoughtfully curated around the apothecary concept. The cocktails are all creatively themed, which makes the menu fun to explore. One of my favourite things to order is the warm olives with bread. They're simple, but so good that I usually end up (embarrassingly) asking for extra bread every time I come... If you're looking for a bar that's as much about the experience and atmosphere as it is about the drinks, I'd definitely recommend here.