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Mamakas Taverna

Name: Mamakas Taverna
Address: 80 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON, Canada, M6J 2Y7
Telephone: (416) 519-5996
Price range: CAN$51 and over
Rating: 4.7

CAN$51 and over

Greek

80 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7

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2 people

Jul 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 78 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Mamakas Taverna is an elegant 85-seat Greek taverna on Ossington Ave. Owner Thanos Tripi brings a fresh, authentic approach to Aegean food, offering classical Greek dishes against a contemporary canvas. Each plate is thoughtfully crafted to evoke the way Thanos’ grandmother cooked, inviting guests to explore the Greece he grew up with through food, art and music.

Meant to mimic an open market, the room is built of white concrete blocks creating an effect similar to the stucco seen throughout Greece. Mamakas is a nod to heritage, history and family memories – the daily trip to the market for ripe and fragrant tomatoes. Visiting a trusted butcher for fresh paithakia, and the local fish monger for the daily catch.

Recipes passed down through generations. Honest Greek fare with a modern twist. Designed to share. Everything just as Thanos’ family has done through the ages.

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Executive chef: Rafael Rocha

From the OpenTable editors: Crowds flock to this rustic-chic Ossington taverna for classic Aegean dishes crafted from local ingredients. Shareables like crispy spanakopita and a solid Greek wine list make Mamakas especially popular with groups. Market-inspired decor and a buzzy open kitchen dial up the transportive atmosphere.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 519-5996
Website
http://mamakas.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Across from Mamakas and above Koukla. Join us at Trapezi for an elevated Private Dining Experience with decadent Aegean cuisine, signature cocktails and exclusive wines.
Private party contact
Sarah Feldberg : (416) 840-3100
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
80 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7
Neighborhood
Queen West
Cross street
Humbert Street & Ossington Avenue
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

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What 1,439 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

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Loved For

Toronto / Ontario
Greek

Review summary

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Mamakas Taverna offers a vibrant atmosphere with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests praise the "delicious and fresh" Greek dishes, generous portions, and accommodating staff. The ambiance is perfect for special occasions, with a "fun dinner location and vibe." Although on the pricier side, the quality impresses many patrons.

1,439 Reviews

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Jon
Caribbean2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic meal. The service was wonderful, the ambience was terrific. Five stars
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Angie
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was unreal. Servicer was super friendly and helpful. Patio is cute and off of Ossington so it's a bit more quiet. Great lunch or dinner spot. So good. Can't wait to go back.
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Anu
Toronto / Ontario11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, service and ambiance. Great server with helpful suggestions and personality
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Rose VIP
Chicago / Illinois7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was spectacular. Super fresh and delicious. Service was also top notch.
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Lavette
Chicago / Illinois12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place was so quaint yet magnificent. food was delicious and fresh. Flavors, vibrant, and unique. Would recommend.
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Melissa
Toronto / Ontario6 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Vibes on the patio are amazing, staff friendly and accommodating, food on point and serving sizes are generous. We left stuffed with 3 apps, 1 main with a side.
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Kady VIP
Greater Boston7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional service and food. Before the dinner they answered all my questions through this app and were sooo helpful. The food is to die for and the service at dinner was exceptional as well. Thank you for a very memorable meal.
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Louis
San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional dining experience! Quite possibly the best pita and tzatziki I've ever had. The wait staff was super knowledgable to help pick wine to go with our meal, and the vibe was stellar. Highly recommend!
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christine VIP
Toronto / Ontario13 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely as always. Nightly recommend this this food is amazing. Love the vibe.
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susan VIP
Toronto / Ontario40 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great! I can not eat gluten so if you could have a few more options that would be even better.
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FAQs

Mamakas Taverna offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 519-5996.

Mamakas Taverna is rated 4.7 stars by 1439 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 78 times today

80 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7

Additional information

Cross street
Humbert Street & Ossington Avenue
Neighborhood
Queen West
Hours of operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://mamakas.ca/
Phone number
(416) 519-5996
Private party facilities
Across from Mamakas and above Koukla. Join us at Trapezi for an elevated Private Dining Experience with decadent Aegean cuisine, signature cocktails and exclusive wines.
Private party contact
Sarah Feldberg : (416) 840-3100

Mamakas Taverna

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About this restaurant

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What 1,439 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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