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Simpl Things, Toronto, ON

Simpl Things

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4.8 (41)
CAN$30 and under
Cocktail Bar
269 Dunn Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 2S1

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
  • Charming
SIMPL THINGS is an award-winning cocktail, wine and snack bar West of Downtown Toronto. Fun and casual aesthetic bar with a large patio, offering craft cocktails, natural wines and delightful bites from an adventurous, duo-concept kitchen. Join us for our famous handmade pastas from our Comfort Italian Lunch and Brunch menu during the day, or tryout Marrow Steak Tartare from our Asian Snack menu at night. Together they serve up a type of fusion that goes straight to the heart.

Founded by Evelyn Chick, together with Executive chef Cody Wilkes, they curate a space where you’ll experience amazing food, delightful drinks, good convos, and casual vibes. Great for large parties, date nights, birthdays and any special occasions.

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Canada's 50 Best Bars 2023, 2024
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Cocktail Hour Daily 3-5pm
Sunday 50% Off Bottles of Wine & 50% off Grill

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We offer a diverse range of catering including Italian comfort food, canapé brunch options to Asian inspired snacks as well as custom cocktails
  • Private party facilities
    We are an intimate cocktail and snack bar located in Parkdale — we can accommodate different styles of events from small long table dinners to cocktail reception style events. Seated on a long table up to 22 and standing up to 55.
  • Neighborhood
    Roncesvalles
  • Cross street
    Queen St W and Dunn Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Queen St West at Dunn Ave" streetcar stop, located approximately 5 meters away, about a 1-minute walk. ​Queen streetcar line, providing convenient access to and from the establishment.​
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 'Keep It Simpl' Tasting Menu

    CA$85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Keep it Simpl and let us cook for you! Experience a guided selection of our Lu's Variety Snack menu - offering nostalgic Asian bites with global influences and options for cocktail and wine pairing. Enjoy the warm and aesthetic ambiance, perfect for date night or any special occasion. Allergies will be happily accommodated.
    'Keep It Simpl' Tasting Menu Photo
  • Pride-Tinis & Weenies

    CA$25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 22, 2025 only
    3:00 PM
    We’re celebrating Pride in Parkdale with a neighbourhood crawl featuring martinis, weenies, drag, and karaoke — all in support of local queer organizations. Join us for Pride-Tinis & Weenies at SIMPL THINGS (3-6pm) hosted by Trevents! Come for the martinis, stay for the buns. - Sip a Pride-Tini on the patio (with non alc options) - Drag performance by Just Peachy - Music by DJ Bacchanalia Ticket includes one martini (or a non Alcoholic option), one gourmet weenie, live drag show, and DJ vibes. Afterparty at Three Dollar Bill - featuring Karaoke & a discounted Pride Cocktail!
  • SIMPL Exchange x Fat Rabbit

    Jun 23, 2025 only
    Introducing SIMPL Exchange—a monthly pop-up dining experience highlighting Toronto’s vibrant food community. Held on the second-to-last Monday of each month, we team up with top chefs to create exclusive menus, featuring a standout dish on our menu the following month, paired with our craft cocktails! This month, we welcome Chef Gareth from Fat Rabbit - Growing up in Niagara, Gareth holds an appreciation for the relationship between local farmers and restaurants. With years of experience in the restaurant industry, G continues to build that relationship with local farmers as he expands his knowledge and skills as a chef. Except Contemporary Canadian at its finest!

What 41 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Cocktail Bar

  • Toronto

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Toronto

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Toronto

    Lively

  • Toronto

    Cocktail Bar

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Simpl Things enchants with its "exceptional" brunch, "amazing" cocktails, and in-house pasta and breads. The service is "friendly and attentive," creating a welcoming atmosphere. Guests love the unique drink flights and varied experiences, making it a "personal favourite" spot for many. The ambiance is cozy and stylish, perfect for any occasion.
41 Reviews
  1. Uwe

    Toronto / Ontario14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The tasting menu is fantastic. Service was outstanding as always.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The cocktails and food were amazing. The staff and service was great !

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  3. asha

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service are both exceptional! Best brunch in the city.
    Simpl ThingsResponded on May 5, 2025
    Hi Asha, we’re so glad you enjoyed your experience! It means the world to us as a small business, and we truly appreciate your support. We hope to see you again soon :)

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  4. Lisa

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Servers were so kind and cool. Great style and good attitudes. Table was a bit small to fit all of the delicious plates! Loved it!!
    Simpl ThingsResponded on May 5, 2025
    Thank you for dining with us - We’re so glad you enjoyed your experience. Working on the constraints of a small place so super appreciate this feedback :) hope to see you soon!

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  5. Jewel VIP

    Chicago / Illinois8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Pasta and breads are made by the chef in house and must try! I finished the bread! Their breads are super good!

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  6. Natalie

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our table of 3 attended one of the Simpl Exchanges, this one was with Dwight Smith. The food was so delicious, well-plated and unique. The service here is always friendly, attentive & considerate. Simpl Things is my personal favourite bar / restaurant in the city and I look forward to every opportunity to enjoy the ambiance and menu offering. Their commitment to providing varied experiences throughout the day / week is highly appreciated and ensures a unique experience, no matter when you visit.

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  7. Ali VIP

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible spot in the city. Can’t recommend it enough. Food was some of the best I’ve had and service was great.
    Simpl ThingsResponded on April 15, 2025
    Thank you for joining us—we’re so glad you enjoyed your experience! We hope to see you again soon :)

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  8. Eva

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, drinks and service were great. Really cute inside, and a comfortable atmosphere. Will definitely be back.
    Simpl ThingsResponded on April 11, 2025
    Thank you for dining with us!! We’re so glad you enjoyed your experience, and we truly appreciate your support. We hope to see you again soon :)

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  9. Karen VIP

    Toronto / Ontario5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was amazing, food was wonderful. Loved the concept of the drink flight. Would like the option to choose between a couple of other drinks for the flight. Plates are larger than I expected!! I'll be back
    Simpl ThingsResponded on April 11, 2025
    We are glad you enjoyed our new flights selection :) It's a new item we are trying and would love to expand the selection once we get more feedback! We hope to see you again soon - glad you enjoyed your experience

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  10. Nadine

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place with great food. Unpretentious, welcoming.
    Simpl ThingsResponded on April 11, 2025
    Thank you for coming - we’re so glad you enjoyed your experience! It means the world to us as a small business. We hope to see you again soon

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FAQs

Simpl Things offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (647) 627-0269.

Simpl Things is rated 4.8 stars by 41 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Simpl Things

269 Dunn Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 2S1

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Queen St W and Dunn Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Roncesvalles
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Queen St West at Dunn Ave" streetcar stop, located approximately 5 meters away, about a 1-minute walk. ​Queen streetcar line, providing convenient access to and from the establishment.​
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer a diverse range of catering including Italian comfort food, canapé brunch options to Asian inspired snacks as well as custom cocktails
  • Private party facilities
    We are an intimate cocktail and snack bar located in Parkdale — we can accommodate different styles of events from small long table dinners to cocktail reception style events. Seated on a long table up to 22 and standing up to 55.
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