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Bar ARDO, Toronto, ON

Bar ARDO

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4.6 (116)
CAN$30 and under
Sicilian
169 King St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1J9

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
  • Neighborhood gem
The latest addition of the celebrated ARDO Hospitality Group led by co-owners, Sicilian-born Chef Roberto Marotta and Jacqueline Nicosia, Bar ARDO is for the discerning and culinary curious without ever being pretentious. It’s the place you can meet friends for a casual, authentic aperitivo that turns into dinner. It’s an expression of serendipity when a memorable night just happens but feels fated.

Offering an array of small plates for convivial cocktail hour to generously portioned shareable dishes for leisurely repasts, the dining experience is punctuated by a curated selection of Old and New World wines, along with an innovative selection of signature cocktails, like the Carla Carla – an ocean infused martini elevated with caviar, alongside an exceptional assortment of non-alcoholic libations like the perfectly balanced Dry Pina which includes charred pineapple, pink peppercorn and a touch of chili.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sicilian, Cocktail Bar, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–12:30 am Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Roberto Marotta
  • Catering
    Please email info@barardo.ca for any catering needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Please email info@barardo.ca for events and buyouts.
  • Neighborhood
    St. Lawrence Market
  • Cross street
    King st East and Jarvis Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

What 116 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar ARDO is a culinary gem in old Toronto, offering "excellent food" with creative and beautifully presented dishes. Guests rave about the "phenomenal service" and the warm, inviting atmosphere. With a "unique twist on cocktails" and a "super cute vibe," it's a perfect spot for a memorable dining experience.
116 Reviews
  1. Glen

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very cool spot in old Toronto. Always great specials to choose from and the food is excellent.

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  2. Dwaine

    Denver / Colorado2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Madeline and Tif are PERFECT. They had an excellent vibe, Pink Martini on in the background. Our drinks were delicious, a mocktail and the prosecco followed by Penicilina. The food was spectacular and I can’t wait to fly back to Toronto to spend EVERY HAPPY HOUR here.

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  3. Alex

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and the staff was very personable.

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  4. Lais

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good experience! One of my favorite places to have a professional dinner. The food was delicious and nice restaurant atmosphere.

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  5. Chris VIP

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    On May 22/25, three of us enjoyed another excellent evening at Bar Ardo. Our world travelling gourmand friend was very impressed: unique twist on cocktails, attentive and friendly service and all of the food was absolutely delicious — creative menu, beautifully presented and top notch ingredients enjoyed in a contemporary and comfortable room. Well done!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were wonderful and we got lucky to sit next to Susur Lee!

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  7. Bensadi VIP

    Toronto / Ontario7 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Had decent experience but I’am beyond disappointed

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  8. Rebecca VIP

    Toronto / Ontario7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, cocktails, and wine list, phenomenal service, super cute vibe. We will absolutely be back

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  9. Ogo

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fabulous experience — both the meal and the service were top-tier. From the moment I walked in, it was clear they genuinely care about delivering an exceptional dining experience and real value for money. I had requested a well-done steak, but when it arrived, it wasn’t quite cooked to my preference. Without hesitation, the staff went above and beyond to make things right. Not only did they offer to recook the steak, but they also brought me another dish on the house while I waited — a thoughtful touch I truly appreciated. When the steak came back, it was a completely fresh one, perfectly prepared just the way I like it. The service throughout was outstanding — warm, attentive, and truly guest-focused. I left feeling valued and impressed. This is a restaurant that truly stands behind its commitment to quality and hospitality. Highly recommend.

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  10. Trish VIP

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful spot! Chilled vibe, excellent service, good music, stylish, and of course, delicious food. We wanted to try one of everything! Roberto and his team were so friendly - the Italian hospitality that welcomes you into their home and serves you only the highest quality of ingredients. We can’t wait to go back!

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Bar ARDO is rated 4.6 stars by 116 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Toronto / Ontario
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  5. St. Lawrence Market

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Bar ARDO

169 King St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1J9

Additional information

  • Cross street
    King st East and Jarvis Street
  • Neighborhood
    St. Lawrence Market
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–12:30 am Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sicilian, Cocktail Bar, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Roberto Marotta
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please email info@barardo.ca for any catering needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Please email info@barardo.ca for events and buyouts.
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