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Mamakas Taverna, Toronto, ON
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Mamakas Taverna

CAN$51 and over
Greek
80 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 89 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
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.

Why they're an Icon

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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Menu

Mamakas Taverna's menu was last updated on 2/21/2023.

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What 1,433 people are saying

Mamakas Taverna 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mamakas Taverna offers an "exceptional dining experience" with delicious, authentic Greek cuisine. Highlights include standout dishes like the lamb shank and baklava cheesecake. The "service is fantastic," enhancing the vibrant atmosphere perfect for special occasions. Although prices are on the higher side, the quality and ambiance make it a worthy visit.
1,433 Reviews

  1. Kady VIP

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    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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  2. Louis

    San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. Ru

    Rome1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Cocktails were lackluster, the pita bread is soft and sweet, but is not wholesome enough for mature palates, the wine list is good but crazily marked up, the mains were average for a Greek-Cypriot restaurant. (We had expected above average). Overall, this restaurant, which has a lot of positive media coverage, seems overhyped, and perhaps better suited to younger palates and birthday parties.

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  6. Mauritz

    Atlantic Canada2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    When I compare with other Greek restaurants, food taste is medium level. Not bad but not wow . Lokmades was not as expected.

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  7. Liam

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was quite good but the service was very poor. When we arrived for our reservation, I said hi to the host and she didn’t even look up or acknowledge us for a couple minutes until she was done reading something. Next, the second host who sat us was also not inviting and didn’t say hi or ask how we were doing. We ordered lots of food that came out too quickly. The table of 6 of us was served and concluded in under an hour. Not a great experience overall, which is disappointing as we previously really enjoyed the restaurant.

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  8. Evan

    Toronto / Ontario6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience for my birthday dinner. Unfortunately I didn't catch our servers name but he was wonderful - he suggested we do the tasting menu and it was perfect for our party of 7. The flow of the meal was perfect, giving everyone time to eat their fill of everything and we were never rushed. Overall a fantastic time at Mamakas :)

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  9. Donna

    Toronto / Ontario17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful evening on patio, service was excellent!

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  10. Kate

    Toronto / Ontario7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great local spot! We love it here..the food is amazing and there is a lot of great choice for vegetarians and pescatarians. The service is great and they have both indoor and outdoor seating options. I must go if you’re heading to the ossington strip!

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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 1433 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 89 times today
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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

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