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Aera, Toronto, ON

Aera

4.4 (1205)
CAN$51 and over
Steakhouse
8 Spadina Ave. suite 3800, Toronto, ON M5V 2H6

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 91 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
A stylish steakhouse, sushi counter and cocktail bar with panoramic views of downtown Toronto, Aera celebrates the art of contemporary American cuisine. Presenting a range of superior steaks and chops, a seasonal raw bar, and creative reimaginings of beloved comfort dishes, Aera promises peak indulgence 38 floors above the city.

Please note that all reservations from 2:30–5pm from Monday to Friday, after 10pm from Monday to Wednesday, and after 11pm from Thursday to Saturday will be offered our bar bites menu. For our full à la carte lunch and dinner menus, please make a reservation during our regular dining hours.

For bottle-service, please contact us via aerarestaurant.com

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (647) 258-5207
  • Website
    https://aerarestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Binit Pandey
  • Private party facilities
    Elevating gastronomy to new heights, Aera features two spacious private dining spaces and a 4,500-square-foot open-air terrace. Bringing a fresh elegance to Toronto’s fine dining scene, Aera’s superior design and exquisite setting are the idyllic backdrop for intimate occasions, corporate gatherings, and lively celebrations.
  • Location
    8 Spadina Ave. suite 3800, Toronto, ON M5V 2H6
  • Neighborhood
    King West
  • Cross street
    The restaurant is located at Front Street and Spadina Avenue.<br />
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Accessible via the King and Spadina streetcar routes. The nearest subway station is Union.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine

Experiences

  • Summerlicious — Dinner Prix Fixe & À la Carte

    Jul 4, 2025 - Jul 20, 2025
    This Summerlicious, take your night to new heights at Aera with a $75 prix fixe dinner that’s as bold as the view. Kick things off with flavour-packed starters like Albacore Tuna Tataki, zesty Bloody Mary Gazpacho, or classic Steak Tartare. Then dive into crave-worthy mains—think Peppercorn Beef Tenderloin Brochette with loaded poutine-tots, Dynamite Gulf Shrimp Poke, or Charred Piri Piri Chicken. Vegetarian options like Mac n’ Greens with summer pesto offer a fresh, satisfying twist.
    Summerlicious — Dinner Prix Fixe & À la Carte Photo

  • Aera Lounge

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in late night sips and sky high views from our southwest corner on the 38th floor. Join us Fridays and Saturdays from 9pm and enjoy drinks and small bites with music from our weekly rotating DJ. Savour one of the city’s most picturesque spots for a romantic nightcap, after hours cocktail, or celebratory bubbles, and in case you get hungry, our shareable menu of bar bites makes for the perfect late night snack. Please note: bottle service requests can be made through our website (aerarestaurant.com).

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Join us daily from 4–6pm and unwind with specially priced drinks as you soak in panoramic city views from our 38th floor oasis. Whether you’re seeking a midweek escape, a noteworthy meeting spot, or an easy excuse to indulge, our sky-high drink features take Happy Hour to new heights.

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Whether you're seeking a midweek escape, a noteworthy meeting spot, or an easy excuse to indulge, elevate your afternoon with Happy Hour at Aera. Join us Monday to Friday from 2:30–6pm, Saturdays from 11:30am–6pm and Sundays from 11:30am–10pm and unwind with specially priced drinks as you soak in panoramic city views from our 38th floor oasis. From select $9 beer to select $12 glasses of wine (5oz) and $15 martinis and signature cocktails, our sky-high drink features take Happy Hour to new heights. Hungry? Savour our curated bar bites menu, available exclusively during Happy Hour. Please note: only bar bites will be available during Happy Hour. Diners seeking a full menu of offerings are invited to reserve during lunch or dinner hours.

    Happy Hour Photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 1,205 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Toronto

    Great for scenic views

  • Toronto

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aera offers "stunning views" of Toronto and an "elevated ambiance," making it ideal for special occasions. While the seafood and cocktails are often praised, some guests note "inconsistent service" and "overpriced" dishes. The atmosphere and "friendly staff" frequently enhance the dining experience, making it "highly recommended" for the views and vibe.
1,205 Reviews

  1. Natalie

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our anniversary dinner at Aera was everything we hoped for—elegant, intentional, and unforgettable. Every course was a 10/10. #12YearsMarried #AnniversaryVibes #AeraViews #FineDiningExperience #HeartAndHustle #MarriageMilestones #TorontoEats #IntentionalLiving

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  2. Viola

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We came for the afropiano brunch, but there was no afropiano brunch. The event didnt start till 6pm

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  3. Foodzinface VIP

    Toronto / Ontario6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it! Amazing view and service. Food was the best, way better than other rooftop restos in the city. Was a bit disappointed the terrace wasn’t open, but it was very hot, so air conditioning with a view was nice

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  4. Manya

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    View was great! We went for brunch and were one of the first people at the restaurant so it was quite empty and quiet which was nice. Food was little overpriced in my opinion but very tasty. Service was okay as well. Overall good experience though!

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  5. Federico

    Montreal / Quebec2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at Aera and definitely coming back for more! Loved the ambience, the view, the food, and above all, the service and attention to detail. Randy, our server, was outstanding!! He made the experience 10x better!! The best ever!!!! Highly recommended!!

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  6. tina VIP

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    1.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The server was so rude,, he even raised his voice on me. It took 25 minutes for beings a wine

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  7. Caroline VIP

    Toronto / Ontario15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere and the food was delicious. Our server was preoccupied with other tables and did not refill water despite asking. I didn’t feel like the allergies at our table were taken seriously. We ordered the seafood tower and were instructed to “avoid sauces”. But this was very vague instruction and it would have been helpful to circle back and confirm if any of the cooked fish dishes should be avoided. The guest ended up eating almost nothing. The sushi was served and it took a long time and us asking to get the soya sauce and serving utensils for the shared dishes. It was a noticeable mark because the rest of the experience was so wonderful.

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  8. Alan VIP

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    - Service was inconsistent, bordering on inattentive. Imporved as evening progressed. Lacked knowledge on wine service - Wagyu feature steaks ordered medium rare...came blue. Did not reflect expected quality - Lamb chop quality was poor in terms of meat tenderness, quality of cut. It was sinewy and chewy. Not acceptable. Preparation was poor, no sear and was also overdone. - Miso sablefish was excellent - sushi and oyster appetizers were fine - beautiful restaurant and nice ambience but noise level over the top. - We were an early reservation (6:30) and I had to shout to be heard at the opposite side of the table. - Overall very disappointing, we wont be rushing back.

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  9. Stan

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Views are fantastic. Service and food choice merit a visit. Would definitely go back.

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  10. Ricardo VIP

    Ecuador4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Xavier did an amazing job as our waiter, also the guy in the bathroom was super kind and polite. The host was terrible and after one hour she asked us to move to a different table because they were having a big group coming, the restaurant was half empty and she put us on the bar in a very rude way, we spend almost 200$ with cocktails and appetizers and we didn’t deserve to be treated like that.

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FAQs

Aera is rated 4.4 stars by 1205 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 91 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Aera

8 Spadina Ave. suite 3800, Toronto, ON M5V 2H6

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    The restaurant is located at Front Street and Spadina Avenue.<br />
  • Neighborhood
    King West
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Japanese
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Accessible via the King and Spadina streetcar routes. The nearest subway station is Union.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Binit Pandey
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine
  • Website
    https://aerarestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (647) 258-5207
  • Private party facilities
    Elevating gastronomy to new heights, Aera features two spacious private dining spaces and a 4,500-square-foot open-air terrace. Bringing a fresh elegance to Toronto’s fine dining scene, Aera’s superior design and exquisite setting are the idyllic backdrop for intimate occasions, corporate gatherings, and lively celebrations.
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