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BOUFFE, Toronto, ON

BOUFFE

4.0
4
127 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Contemporary French
BOUFFE is a French kitchen and Wine Bar by Toronto celebrity chef David Adjey. Come for the best steak frites, our famous fresh lobster croquettes, delicious steak tartare, escargot bordelaise and bouillabaisse Marseillaise. Everything is made from scratch! Located in Little Portugal at the corner of Dundas Street West and Ossington. Casual, vibrant New-York style atmosphere. Friendly and professional service. Great spot for French Food, French Wine and French Music.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 1 time today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary French, French, Wine Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (416) 530-2522

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive chef

    David Adjey

  • Private party facilities

    We are available for private and corporate events. Contact Nancy Lee at bouffebyadjey@gmail.com

  • Neighborhood

    Little Portugal / Dundas West

  • Cross street

    Dundas & Ossington

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    Bus 63A/Bus 63B, Street Car 505

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine

Popular dishes

What 127 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. jamesn

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, ambience and service were outstanding. It was like being transported to a quiet bistro, on a back street in Paris. Chef Adjey came to our table. I had high expectations and they were vastly exceeded. We'll be going back to try the tasting menu on my birthday.
  2. paulb

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great food. We had escargot, lobster croquettes, swordfish and steak fries. Excellent well thought out wine list. Water glasses refilled constantly and orders came out of kitchen promptly. Entrees were beautifully plated. Only mistep was we had to refill our own wine glasses one time.
  3. NazB

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service, ambiance - this spot is a find!
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this restaurant. Second time and both were amazing experiences.
  5. MoisheW

    Toronto

    110 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    110 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Nice minimalist designed space, food was ok, but took a very long time to arrive at the table!!
  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an excellent time at bouffe, the food was very tasty and staff made for a great experience, thanks pj and chef adjey
  7. Torontodiner

    Toronto

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Nothing was particularly stunning despite the prices, the Brussels sprouts side was a wet, shredded, off-putting mess in a small bowl, the escargot was flavourless, the foie was very good, and the duck breast was tough. The mediocrity plus really slow service made it not a great value.
  8. JBalocal

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We both ordered the swordfish and it was so fresh, and cooked to perfection. The oysters from PEI were also very fresh, and delicious. We got the sense that the Chef and everyone on the staff really cared about making it a great experience. And worked very hard to make that happen. We will go back very, very soon.
  9. GrahamF

    Toronto

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding meal. David Adjey always delivers and is very personable.
  10. Irene

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, amazing service! A great blend of professional yet friendly staff. 100% recommend the tasting menu!

    BOUFFEResponded on April 7, 2023Thank you for your kind words! A bientôt!

  11. JaniceR

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful good and service! Cozy space with a nice intimate feel. We will be back,
  12. IrisK

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    . Good food, excellent servlce. Highly recommended...
  13. BrianO

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was very well prepared. The service was outstanding!
  14. rella

    Toronto

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Cute lil place. PROS: The food was delicious. Typical small French servings. Good wine list. Cons: Difficult to navigate through due to size and table setting and overall "musty" scent. French coffee press was the only option with dessert, and as a coffee lover, I was very disappointed. Had to leave a full cup and 3/4 carafe which was noted by the server with no further inquiry/compensation. Removing the $14 charge on a substantial bill would have been a kind gesture of appreciation.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Pan seared Foie Gras is cooked to perfection Crème Brûlée is a definitely try Other dishes seem mediocre
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Cancun

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall1food3service2ambience1
    Bad experience. No good wine for fair price. Owner took over our table and destroyed our date. Very unprofessional.

    BOUFFEResponded on March 18, 2023The owner, who is also the beverage manager, simply tried to help the server find a wine that you would like. All 4 bottles of wine that we opened for you, were under $100 and got great ratings by wine experts.

  17. Foodismo

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    What a gem! Found this lovely resto on Dundas and Ossington. Went there on a Wednesday with a friend. Not too busy. The food was super fresh and they have amazing cocktails and wine. We ordered a couple of cocktails to start and the staff offered us a glass of red wine each to go with our meal…. What a kind gesture!! We ordered lobster croquettes and steak tartare to start. The croquettes were hands down the best I’ve had - a little taste of heaven!! And the tartare with a quail egg paté was excellent! We proceeded to share the steak frites. Oh the garçon, a very polite and friendly French gentleman by the name of Ludovic, thoughtfully told the kitchen who then helped us split the food so we each had a half portion and got to savour every bite. It was amazing!!!

    BOUFFEResponded on March 18, 2023Thank you so much! We appreciate your business and your kind words.

  18. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience3
    Disorganized kitchen and wait staff. Wait staff was not knowledgeable about how the food was prepared and why particular wines were paired with the food. Our server didn't even know what our next dish was going to be when asked. I won't go back. I'd rather spend my money at a restaurant where they understand that experience is more than putting food on the table and walking away.
  19. TomV

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful meal with attentive but unobtrusive service. Every dish worth doing again.

    BOUFFEResponded on March 18, 2023Thank you Tom.

  20. Davidf

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had dinner at Bouffe last night my husband and I, but we were there also on NYE with a larger crowd of 8. The food is incredible (we highly recommend the warm mushroom salad, steak tartare and the bouillabaisse). The chef is very conscious of his restaurant and it shows. The service was great. The wine and cocktails delicious. We'll be back for sure.

    BOUFFEResponded on March 10, 2023Thank you so much! See you soon :)

  21. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Was good but not great … not worth the price of the meal .. many much better restaurants in the area
  22. Hassan

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice and hidden gem French Resturant near ossington and Dundas st. Love the food, very tasty and comforting by a well known chef! I would highly recommend Bouffe
  23. Steph

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good from A to Z. Lovely French wine list. Would definitely recommend
  24. Nicole

    Exclusive

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My partner and I love BOUFFE. The ambience is perfect for a dinner with friends or a date night. We love the steak tartare, endive watercress salad, and steak frites! Their French wine selection is to die for! If you’re reading this and debating making a reservation, just do it.

    BOUFFEResponded on March 10, 2023Thank you so much Nicole. We hope to see you and Jacob back soon :)

  25. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience

    BOUFFEResponded on March 10, 2023Thank you! We appreciate your kind review and business.

  26. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing. Had the tasting menu with wine pairings.

    BOUFFEResponded on March 10, 2023Thank you! Glad you enjoyed.

  27. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a lovely Valentine’s dinner at Bouffe. Really great value for the amount and quality of food we were served. Champagne cocktail, salmon / caviar amuse bouche, sea food plate, foie gras and filet mignonette with large half lobster. Dishes were cooked perfectly. I thought the ambiance was romantic and super cozy. Will be returning

    BOUFFEResponded on March 10, 2023Thank you so much :)

  28. JustinM

    New York Area

    33 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Been meaning to try Bouffe since it opened, and when I saw tables available for Valentine's I thought why not! They were quite packed, but did their best to stay on top of everything and keep patrons happy. We were seated promptly, food was good, room was nice and modern. Lived up to expectations and am eager to check it out on a regular night. Extra credit to the new Parisian server who was on his third shift at the restaurant and trying his best to stay on top of things!

    BOUFFEResponded on March 10, 2023Thank you Justin. Hope to see you soon. Try our tasting menu!

  29. geee

    Toronto

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    Overpriced, low quality offerings with no finesse. Huge disappointment.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    Terrible experience, took my girlfriend here for valentines night dinner. The place is very small yet they tried to cram as many people into the place as possible. One couple was even put on the same table with another group, simply unacceptable. Kitchen was clearly overwhelmed and in a tailspin, we waited 1 hour for our appetizer and another hour for the main course. Staff were ignorant at first and only showed attentiveness after we expressed displeasure. Average food, terrible service, never going back again.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service, presentation and food was first class

    BOUFFEResponded on March 10, 2023Amazing!! Thank you.

  32. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    AMAZING! To he food, the team, the drinks, it was a perfect evening!
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a mind blowing experience for the experience dinner. Chef David and his staff went above and beyond to bring this journey to our plates. The hospitality, food and wine were exceptional.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience4
    The food is way overpriced, and the salad is tasting very weird. The steak is just ok. The service and ambiance are really good, but we need some good food.
  35. Erez

    Toronto

    43 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Beautiful dinner @bouffe_toronto So I finally made it out to check out the @davidadjey newest creation. The place is very quaint with a cozy feel. Service tonight was very good and I would give out waiter a 5 star for details and service. The wine selection was small but very sufficient. The cocktails were nicely done. The food was a hit and some misses. The oysters were fresh and well presented. The croquet was very good. The lobster bisque was not very good but I am guessing they missed some seasoning. Thr steak tartare was incredible and is highly recommend. Chef has tried to reinvent some dishes and some were real successful plates and some were not my taste but were well done for the most part. I am going to say stick with the classics and you wont be disappointed. Im giving this place a 4 out of 5.
  36. blue2002

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Excellent food, well thought out, both taste-wise and presentation-wise. I kind of wish they had a slightly broader "by the glass" wine selection, to better pair with individual courses. That said, the wine list was solid and we were definitely happy with our choice.
  37. esagep

    Toronto

    48 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Amazing service, our waiter was kind and knowledgeable, very professional. His recommendations were on point ! The bouillabaisse and the crème brûlée were a big hit !
  38. GoddessIntl

    Toronto

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a lovely neighbourhood spot. Perfect for a plate and a glass of wine, or a tasting menu experience. Great service, food and drinks. Clean and stylish bathrooms, too, which really seals the deal.
  39. HeatherP

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely outstanding! Service was phenomenal. Food was fantastic.
  40. KDizzle

    Las Vegas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing steak frites - definitely the best in the city. Rebecca was our server and she was dynamic, friendly and fun. Fantastic service. Delicious food. I asked for decaf coffee with dessert and it was definitely decaf, which is a rare thing for me (usually I realize as I lie awake at 3am that I wasn't served decaf). A bit disappointing that they did not have bread, nor tarte tatin. But not disappointing enough to dock any stars. I would definitely recommend Bouffe.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

BOUFFE is rated 4 stars by 127 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 1 time today
Google Map for BOUFFE

1173 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1X3

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Dundas & Ossington

  • Neighborhood

    Little Portugal / Dundas West

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary French, French, Wine Bar

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    Bus 63A/Bus 63B, Street Car 505

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive chef

    David Adjey

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine

  • Phone number

    (416) 530-2522

  • Private party facilities

    We are available for private and corporate events. Contact Nancy Lee at bouffebyadjey@gmail.com

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