Merlot

Name: Merlot
Address: 2994 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON, Canada, M8X 1C2
Telephone: (416) 236-0081
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (177)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

French

2994 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M8X 1C2

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Bienvenue to Merlot – your cozy slice of France in the heart of the Kingsway.

We serve classic French food without the fuss. Candlelight, great wine, and dishes that feel comforting and indulgent. Inside, it’s warm and intimate. Outside, street side terrace or rooftop patio.

In summer, the rooftop transforms. A separate kitchen serves a bold pan tropical French fusion menu—vibrant, playful, and made for sunny afternoons and warm nights.

Brunch runs daily from 11 to 3, with staples like daily quiche, rotating omelette, and soup du jour, all made in house.

From 3 to 5, it’s Social Hours. $9 wines, $7 draught, and deals on shareables—because early drinks should be easy.

Wednesdays mean wine. Every bottle is half price, all day.

Mondays? Carte Blanche. For $55, enjoy a 5-course tasting menu where the kitchen leads with what’s fresh and in season.

And yes, there’s dessert. Lemon tart, chocolate mousse, crème brûlée—made here and worth it.

We’ll save you a seat. À bientôt.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
French
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 236-0081
Website
http://www.merlotrestaurantandpatio.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Tony Way

Location
2994 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M8X 1C2
Neighborhood
Etobicoke
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 177 people are saying

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

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Toronto
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Merlot offers "excellent food and service" with creative French cuisine and a Parisian ambiance. The restaurant is praised for its "attentive and professional" staff, cozy setting, and delightful menu. While some diners noted noise levels and occasional service delays, the "delicious food" and "great neighborhood vibe" ensure a memorable dining experience.

177 Reviews

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Alan
Toronto / Ontario2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. New delicious take on escargot
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Debbie
Toronto / Ontario1 review
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We sent back one meal as it was too tough, other meal chewy.Not the ususal standard. Exceedingly noisy.
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Cathy
Toronto / Ontario9 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience at Merlot Rooftop last night. New menu items. Both the sea bass and the seafood special were excellent. All the staff were very friendly and the service was excellent. Ambience was perfect for a beautiful summer evening.
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Annette
Toronto / Ontario4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love going to Merlot. Excellent food and cosy space.
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Mark
Toronto / Ontario1 review
3.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Delicious food, great location, mysterious service as we seemed to have two servers
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Patricia
Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server went above and beyond. Made a wonderful dinner an even better experience.
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Robert VIP
Toronto / Ontario10 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Too noisy. Food good but not great. Service terrific .
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Fidelma
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were a party of five with a guide dog. Our server Kelsey greeted the guide dog party at the door and escorted her to the table. The food was superb! The service excellent, very attentive and affable. We had caesar salad, calamari in a broth with caperberries ( to die for!), salad maison followed by lamb shank ,mashed parsnips, buttered carrots and mashed potatoes, steak fries with peppercorn sauce, beef bourguignon, chicken fricasse, desserts were chocolate mousse, lemon tart and creme brule. Every single morsel was absolutely delicious!! We will definitely be back!
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Evelyn
Toronto / Ontario6 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Overall, for the price, the service was not up to par. We had to wait a long while (approaching 20 minutes) for someone to come to our table to greet us and offer water. The bread came late to the table, after the appetizers. We had to ask for extra bread and a top up of our water. Also, our coffee orders were completely forgotten. For fine-dining prices, it was not the fine-dining experience we were expecting.
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DebB
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Merlot had been recommended to us by friends, and our first visit did not disappoint. It was busy but our reservation was available on time. The menu choices were difficult because everything looked so good. The wines were excellent and the service attentive. We will definitely be back again.
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Merlot offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 236-0081.

Merlot is rated 4.5 stars by 177 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

2994 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M8X 1C2

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Etobicoke
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tony Way
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.merlotrestaurantandpatio.com/
Phone number
(416) 236-0081

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