Le Papillon on Front

4.1 (66)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

French

69 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1B5

About this restaurant

Romantic
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Le Papillon opened in 1974 as Toronto's first crêperie. They are now providing the casual French dining experience to a third generation of Torontonians and visitors. After several moves within the historic St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood, Le Papillon has now re-opened in an Old Town Toronto building that perfectly complements their French brasserie atmosphere.

Our menu continues to deliver old favourites such as French onion soup and Crêpes Bretonnes, while providing a newly expanded selection of steaks, as well as duck, seafood and pasta dishes. Also not to be missed is a list of homemade classic French desserts. They continually strive to provide a relaxed approach to fine dining with an emphasis on excellent value.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
French, French / Canadian, Contemporary French / American
Hours of operation
Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 11:00am - 4:00pm Lunch: Tuesday - Friday: 11:30am - 4:30pm Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday, Sunday: 4:30pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 4:30pm - 11:00pm
Phone number
(416) 367-0303
Website
http://www.papillononfront.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
69 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1B5
Neighborhood
St. Lawrence Market
Cross street
Church St. & Front St. E.
Parking details
Unfortunately we do not have parking included. There is, however, lots of street parking available as well as a Green P parking lot located just around the corner from us. Less than a 5 minute walk.
Public transit
Our closest subway station is King St. Station located only a 5-10 minute walk away.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Terrine PlateCA$15.00
Our house made Chicken Liver Pate and Terrine de Campagne served with croustinis
Moules MarinièreCA$10.00
Fresh Mussels in a broth of white wine, butter, fresh dill onions and garlic
CrevettesCA$11.00
Sautéed Tiger Shrimp served in a Tarragon Garlic Butter Broth
EscargotsCA$11.00
A Papillon long time classic. Escargots served smothered in our house Garlic Parsley Butter
Assiette de Fromage
Assortment of our 6 house cheeses
- For OneCA$16.00
- For TwoCA$26.00
Le Cendrillon
Vegetable ash covered goat cheese with a marble textured rind and a smooth ivory body. Semi-strong taste and acidulous
Bleubry
A smooth version of the blue cheese. Frank and delicate, creamy, not too salty, product of the marriage between soft and blue cheeses
Le Triple Crème DuVillage
Traditional soft cheese with a bloomy rind. Creamy and velvety in texture with a country-fresh taste
Cantonnier
Semi-soft, surface ripened cheese with a washed rind. Distinguishes itself with an effervescent flavour reminiscent of fruity cream, fresh apples and a hint of hazelnut
Sir Laurier d'Arthabaska
Pioneer in the soft, washed-rind cheese category. Slightly wrinkled, shiny rind with a reddish colour
Le Saint Raymond
Orangey-red, slightly moist rind. Unctuous and supple ivory body that melts in the mouth. A hazelnut taste accompanied by a woody, fruity touch that lingers nicely in the mouth
Saumon FuméeCA$15.00
Smoked Salmon served with our house piccalilli and croustinis
ScallopsCA$13.00
pan-seared scallops, crispy risotto cake with a truffle oil cream sauce

Soups & Salads

Salade CaesarCA$8.00
Crisp romaine lettuce topped with our house spicy Caesar dressing with parmesan cheese and homemade croutons
Salade PapillonCA$9.00
Mixed green salad with diced assorted peppers, asparagus, our house Tarragon dressing and topped with a hardboiled egg segment
French Onion Soup
Our famous French Onion Soup! Delicious thick French Onion soup topped with a croustini and smothered in melted Gruyere cheese
- SmallCA$9.00
- LargeCA$11.00
Soupe du JourCA$7.00
Our Chef's choice soup of the day!

Crepes

AspergesCA$16.00
Asparagus, Béchamel & Cheddar Cheese
De La MerCA$17.00
Scallops & Shrimps smothered in a Tarragon cream sauce
VeroniqueCA$16.00
Chicken, Green Grapes & a Crisp White Wine, Orange Juice, Honey and Brandy sauce
Boeuf BourguignonCA$16.00
Beef, Onions, Carrots & Mushrooms in our house Bourguignon sauce
SaumonCA$17.00
Smoked Salmon, Caramelized Onions & Spinach
St. LaurentCA$15.00
Long time Papillon classic! Bacon, Cooked Apples and Cheddar Cheese
FlorentineCA$14.00
Spinach, Bechamel and Cheddar Cheese
Jean-PierreCA$15.00
Broccoli, Spinach, Sauteed Onions, Spicy Tomato Sauce & Feta Cheese

Mains

TourtièreCA$22.00
traditional Québecois meat pie of seasoned veal, beef & pork with our house chutney, potatoes & market vegetables
Pave of SaumonCA$23.00
Pave of fresh salmon served with a sauce vierge, rice & market vegetables
New York Steak FritesCA$29.00
10 oz. AAA New York Striploin steak served with our homemade herbed garlic butter and our famous homemade frites
Feuilletté de Fruits de MersCA$27.00
sautéed shrimp, pan-seared scallops, tarragon cream sauce all served on a puff pastry with rice & market vegetables
Beef TartareCA$20.00
Our Chef's top round beef tartare served with our homemade frites
Smoked Duck BreastCA$28.00
smoked duck breast, mixed berry cassis sauce, potatoes & market vegetables
Poulet au PecheCA$20.00
tender chicken breast, peach and brandy sauce with potatoes & market vegetables
Loin of LambCA$26.00
Lamb loin, Dijon mustard sauce, potatoes & market vegetables
Tuna SteakCA$25.00
sesame crusted, soy-ginger sauce, rice & market vegetables
Bacon Wrapped Filet MignonCA$34.00
two 4oz. bacon wrapped tenderloins, red wine portobello sauce, potatoes & market vegetables
Pork TenderloinCA$21.00
Tender pork tenderloin served with a bacon & mushroom Forestiere Sauce with potatoes & market vegetables
Pasta du Jour
Our chef's choice pasta of the day!

What 66 people are saying

Le Papillon on Front reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

3.9Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

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65 Reviews

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Emilio VIP
Toronto / Ontario46 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 26, 2017
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
This is the 2nd time that we have a reservation from OpenTable but the restaurant doesn't have a record of it. We were still able to be seated but it doesn't set the right tone to the start of the evening.
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TerryS
Toronto / Ontario6 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Was here a couple of years ago; great. This time found food to be lacklustre. Obviously hurried trying to pack too many people through. My crepe was dry and the filling (Boeuf Bourguignon) bland. Onion soup was great.
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AlexM
Toronto / Ontario16 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 4, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
it evokes feelings of being in a paris bistro.... cozy and comfortable... dont feel rushed... and the server Shauna was fantastic!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Toronto / Ontario23 reviews
2.0
Dined on January 15, 2017
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Brunch was fantastic we went back for dinner, had the opposite experience. Service was awful were there for a family birthday in a table of three. At the end of the meal when asked if there were any after dinner drinks, we were told by our server there's the specialty coffees if that's not what you want just go to the bar. " Rude and regrettable experience.
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Stephen
Toronto / Ontario6 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 8, 2017
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good ambiance & service, modest food - some good dishes, but others are very average.
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Brigadoon
Toronto / Ontario5 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 30, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always enjoy Le Papillon. The ambience is good, the food and wine choices are excellent and Aleks is an outstanding waiter!
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JasHawk
Toronto / Ontario18 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 30, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Waiter was exemplary. Food was delicious and seasonal.
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Inmyopinion VIP
New York City66 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 16, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
While visiting Toronto, I had lunch at La Papillon on Front. I was so pleased with my dining experience. The atmosphere, service and food were excellent. I enjoyed the flavorful onion soup, Croque-Monsieur with frites which paired deliciously with a lovely Boudreaux. Looking forward to my next visit to Toronto and La Papillon.
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TonyO
Toronto / Ontario10 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 1, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We actually found a Groupon deal and thought we would give it a try. The food selection was from the main menu (not just a coupon selection) and we started with wine (included) and apps. Delicious. The main courses were perfect and arrived at our tables quickly. Although there were a lot of customers, our waiter William never failed to check on all of his clients as he passed with drinks and food for other tables. We will definitely be going back again and again, and paying full price without a care. Well worth it for the great food and amazing service, in a lovely location.
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Marguerite
Toronto / Ontario28 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 26, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The décor in this restaurant is very nice with a lot of exposed brick. The service was very pleasant and the food was excellent. The menu has plenty of choice for many types of diners.
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FAQs

Le Papillon on Front does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes. Le Papillon on Front also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 367-0303.

Le Papillon on Front is rated 4.1 stars by 66 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

69 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1B5

Additional information

Cross street
Church St. & Front St. E.
Neighborhood
St. Lawrence Market
Hours of operation
Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 11:00am - 4:00pm Lunch: Tuesday - Friday: 11:30am - 4:30pm Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday, Sunday: 4:30pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 4:30pm - 11:00pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
French, French / Canadian, Contemporary French / American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Unfortunately we do not have parking included. There is, however, lots of street parking available as well as a Green P parking lot located just around the corner from us. Less than a 5 minute walk.
Public transit
Our closest subway station is King St. Station located only a 5-10 minute walk away.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.papillononfront.com/
Phone number
(416) 367-0303

Le Papillon on Front

About this restaurant

Permanently Closed

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Additional information

Starters

Terrine PlateCA$15.00

Moules MarinièreCA$10.00

CrevettesCA$11.00

EscargotsCA$11.00

Assiette de Fromage

Le Cendrillon

Bleubry

Le Triple Crème DuVillage

Cantonnier

Sir Laurier d'Arthabaska

Le Saint Raymond

Saumon FuméeCA$15.00

ScallopsCA$13.00

Soups & Salads

Salade CaesarCA$8.00

Salade PapillonCA$9.00

French Onion Soup

Soupe du JourCA$7.00

Crepes

AspergesCA$16.00

De La MerCA$17.00

VeroniqueCA$16.00

Boeuf BourguignonCA$16.00

SaumonCA$17.00

St. LaurentCA$15.00

FlorentineCA$14.00

Jean-PierreCA$15.00

Mains

TourtièreCA$22.00

Pave of SaumonCA$23.00

New York Steak FritesCA$29.00

Feuilletté de Fruits de MersCA$27.00

Beef TartareCA$20.00

Smoked Duck BreastCA$28.00

Poulet au PecheCA$20.00

Loin of LambCA$26.00

Tuna SteakCA$25.00

Bacon Wrapped Filet MignonCA$34.00

Pork TenderloinCA$21.00

Pasta du Jour

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Does Le Papillon on Front offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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