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El Catrin, Toronto, ON

El Catrin

4.6 (5750)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Mexican
18 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 86 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
Situated in the vibrant Distillery Historic District, El Catrin Destileria combines an exciting, tapas-style menu with Canada’s largest collection of mezcal and tequila. Celebrated as one of Toronto’s top dining spots, we offer a fun and lively atmosphere where traditional and modern Mexican cuisine come together for a truly transportive experience. Whether you're celebrating a birthday or enjoying a delightful brunch with friends, our local ingredients and vibrant flavours promise a transportive dining experience. Join us for delicious food, expertly crafted cocktails, and unforgettable moments!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 203-2121
  • Website
    http://www.elcatrin.ca/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact directly.
  • Location
    18 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
  • Neighborhood
    Distillery District
  • Cross street
    Parliament & Mill Street
  • Parking details
    At the Distillery District, parking lots are accessible from Parliament and Cherry St. Nominal parking fee.At local municipal lots: 65 Trinity Street | 44 Parliament Street
  • Public transit
    - 65A Parliament Bus stop at Front St. - (walk one block South to Mill St.)- 504 King East Streetcar at the Distillery Loop- From Union Station: Walk 7 minutes North on Bay Street to King Street; board the 504 King East Streetcar and ride it to the Distillery Loop.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 5,750 people are saying

El Catrin reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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  • Toronto

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Catrin in Toronto offers an "authentic Mexican dining experience" with "amazing food and service." Highlights include fresh guacamole, delicious Baja fish tacos, and "exceptional margaritas." The atmosphere is "vibrant and trendy," making it a perfect spot for celebrations. Despite being "a bit pricey," many find the experience "worth it" for the quality and ambiance.
5,750 Reviews

  1. Sara

    Toronto / Ontario5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately, it wasn’t a great experience. We were seated at a dirty table, so we asked to be moved. The new table hadn’t been cleaned either, but we didn’t say anything. The plates were not properly washed—there was guacamole on the bottoms of the side plates, which we found very off-putting. While the server was very serious and polite, he seemed uncomfortable speaking to women or children. Food was good. The person who brought us some extra chips without us even asking was a young Asian guy who made the experience less uncomfortable. So thanks to him for being pleasant.

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  2. Kelly VIP

    Toronto / Ontario11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was amazing to celebrate multiple events with family’s from overseas. Highly recommend for group party!

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  3. Julie

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jose looked after our children's corner very well, he made sure from babies to adults were looked after and happy. Would love Jose as our server again in the future!

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  4. Olivia

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was very good and my waiter was very knowledgeable. It was my first time there and I had a great time. Highly recommend this restaurant

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  5. Christy

    Switzerland1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I didn’t catch her name but our server was fantastic!!

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  6. Rob VIP

    Toronto / Ontario9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing time last night and outstanding service from Ricardo!

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  7. Tania

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful way to celebrate my Birthday dinner. Pamela was a fabulous server bringing the right level of attentiveness without being overbearing.

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  8. mike

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Was a very good meal except the water (we weren’t offered regular table water and had to pay for ‘flat’ water in a bottle-we would have just preferred regular tap water&ice!!!)
    El CatrinResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your review, Mike! We're really glad to hear you had a very good meal with us. We sincerely apologize for the confusion and oversight regarding your water service. You absolutely should have been offered regular tap water with ice, and we're sorry that wasn't made clear or provided. That's certainly not the experience we want our guests to have. We'll be addressing this directly with our team to ensure all guests are clearly offered their preference for water at the table. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention, as it helps us improve. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another great meal, complete with water of your preference. Best, Stuart K

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  9. Sara

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Margarita, delicious tacos to share (Baja fish and chicken tinga), and fresh guacamole. Took my UK cousins there after a long day walking all over Toronto, and they loved it.
    El CatrinResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for the awesome review, Sara! We're so happy to hear that you and your UK cousins enjoyed our Margaritas, tacos (Baja Fish and Chicken Tinga!), and table-side guacamole after a long day of sightseeing. We appreciate you choosing us and hope to see you back soon! Best, Stuart K

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  10. Ujjwal VIP

    Toronto / Ontario5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had more expectations of the food, I have been here a couple of times in the past. The food was always great but this time somehow that taste was not there. The Guacamole was too dry and not very flavourful, Chicken Tacos were fried a bit too much. Shrimp Ceviche was the only thing I enjoyed. The Margarita flight was delicious and worth the money. Overall, the food was average with a high cost. Service was fast and good.
    El CatrinResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Ujjwal. We're genuinely sorry to hear that your recent visit didn't meet the high expectations you've had from us in the past. We pride ourselves on consistent quality, and it's clear we missed the mark on this occasion. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the Shrimp Ceviche and that our Margarita flight was delicious and worth the money, as well as that the service was fast and good. We truly value your past loyalty and are disappointed that this experience fell short. We hope you will consider giving us another chance to demonstrate the 5 Star Experience we're know for. Best, Stuart K

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El Catrin is rated 4.6 stars by 5750 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 86 times today
Google Map for El Catrin

18 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Parliament & Mill Street
  • Neighborhood
    Distillery District
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    At the Distillery District, parking lots are accessible from Parliament and Cherry St. Nominal parking fee.At local municipal lots: 65 Trinity Street | 44 Parliament Street
  • Public transit
    - 65A Parliament Bus stop at Front St. - (walk one block South to Mill St.)- 504 King East Streetcar at the Distillery Loop- From Union Station: Walk 7 minutes North on Bay Street to King Street; board the 504 King East Streetcar and ride it to the Distillery Loop.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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