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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 75 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. Catherine

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the friendly, customer-centric service. Love the high ceilings.
    El CatrinResponded on February 3, 2025
    Thank you for dining with us Catherine and for your review. We are delighted that you found our service to be friendly and customer-centric. We do our best to deliver on delicious food and outstanding customer service that starts from the moment you walk in. We look forward to you coming back! All the best, Stuart K.

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  2. Coral

    Montreal / Quebec1 review

    3.0

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was ok, not a lot of options, specially for kids. Nice drink selection although not cheap. Service was friendly and fast. Really nice decor and ambience, although some can find the place a bit dark and loud. Wouldn’t go back for the food.
    El CatrinResponded on December 31, 2024
    Thank you for your review Coral. While we’re glad to hear that you enjoyed our service, decor, and ambiance, we’re sorry to hear our food didn’t meet your expectations. Please know, our Chef and his team work very hard to provide our guests with flavourful and authentic Mexican-inspired dishes, while using the freshest ingredients. We appreciate your visit we would love to welcome you back for a chance to explore some more of our delicious menu items, should you choose to visit us again. Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  3. Roberto VIP

    Montreal / Quebec20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time and very good food. Perfect spot if you love tequila. Braised tacos and octopus and chorizo were our favourites. The atmosphere was very trendy.
    El CatrinResponded on February 3, 2025
    Thanks for the great feedback, Roberto! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the trendy atmosphere and had a wonderful experience with us. We hope to see you again soon for another fantastic meal! Kindly, Stuart K.

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  4. Johnnie

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Quick but not rushed. Drinks were great.
    El CatrinResponded on February 4, 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your review Johnnie. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our food and that our service was quick but not rushed. We look forward to seeing you again soon for more tasty drinks and delicious food. Best Regards Stuart K.

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  5. Brittany

    Calgary / Southern Alberta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We come every year around Christmas, this restaurant is the full experience from the decor, the incredible margaritas, and the outstanding flavourful menu. I’ve made nothing but incredible memories here and I’m so grateful to the staff for going the extra mile for the experience.
    El CatrinResponded on February 3, 2025
    Hi Brittany, thank you for your continued support and for making us part of your holiday tradition! It’s wonderful to hear that our décor, margaritas, and flavorful menu keep bringing you back year after year. We truly appreciate your kind words about our team—they love making every visit special. Looking forward to welcoming you again for more memorable moments! Best regards, Stuart K.

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  6. Darryl

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a delicious meal and the margaritas were amazing. The music was super fun but not so loud that we couldn’t easily carry on a conversation. We brought our kids, age 12,10,7 who also loved the food and cool atmosphere.
    El CatrinResponded on February 3, 2025
    Darryl, thank you for dining at El Catrin and for providing us with your review. It makes us happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with us, especially our delicious food and Margaritas. We hope to see you back soon to try more of our delicious food. Kind Regards Stuart K.

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  7. ANDRES

    Dublin1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice atmosphere, thé tacos were just good. Nice service
    El CatrinResponded on February 5, 2025
    Andres, thank you for your review. While we are happy to hear that you enjoyed our atmosphere and service, we are sorry to hear that you were not blown away by our tacos. Please know we would have been happy to replace anything that was not to your liking. We hope to impress you more the next time you visit. Kind Regards Stuart K.

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  8. Sweta

    Toronto / Ontario4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance and food was very nice. The service was pretty quick even with the rush of Boxing Day.
    El CatrinResponded on February 5, 2025
    Sweta, we’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your time with us on Boxing Day! Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more tasty dishes! All the best, Stuart K.

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  9. Gavin

    Southwest Florida1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    v good but v cold - was sat outdoors nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn
    El CatrinResponded on February 5, 2025
    Thank you for your review Gavin. We're glad to hear that you had a good time. Come back soon, enjoy our indoor mural and decor, and enjoy more of our delicious menu. Best Regards Stuart K.

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  10. Sean VIP

    Toronto / Ontario4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious and authentic Mexican food. Service was attentive. Ambidence was colourful and vibe was perfect for a Saturday night out.
    El CatrinResponded on February 5, 2025
    Sean, thank you for your wonderful review of our restaurant. It makes us happy to hear that you enjoyed our Great Vibe, Colorful Ambiance and Great Mexican Food. We do our best to deliver on delicious food and drinks so we are so happy to know you were able to experience such a great time with us! We look forward to your next visit so we can blow you away all over again! All the best, Stuart K.

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El Catrin is rated 4.6 stars by 5750 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 75 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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