Diners' Choice: Cocktail Bar restaurants in Toronto

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Mother Cocktail Bar

4.9

4.9 (516)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Queen West

About the restaurant

Welcome to Mother, a cocktail bar started by likeminded people with a common goal – elevate the Canadian cocktail scene.
Our philosophy is simple: Source quality natural ingredients, enhance them through fermentation and create memorable cocktails for our guests.

Please note that our patio is not heated.

Top review

GEOFFREY

Dined 4 days ago

Great ambience in an intimate environment with great music and lighting balanced for conversation and enjoyment. Great place for date night. Coctails are the star of the show with each one being a work of art in both the flavor and the presentation. Food menu is meant for sharing and we had nearly one of everything. Loved the steak, cheese board, salad, jerk chicken, seasonal specialty shrimp and cake at the end. Each was presented as a work of art with flavor to match.

Simpl Things

4.8

4.8 (41)

CAN$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Roncesvalles

About the restaurant

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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Cocktail Hour Daily 3-5pm
Sunday 50% Off Bottles of Wine & 50% off Grill

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Uwe

Dined 2 days ago

The tasting menu is fantastic. Service was outstanding as always.

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Experience

'Keep It Simpl' Tasting Menu

C Suite

4.8

4.8 (121)

CAN$51 and over

Cocktail Bar

The Annex

About the restaurant

The hidden cocktail bar of your dreams. Styled after a 1920's era cocktail train car, C Suite creates a unique cocktail experience whether you are joining us at the bar or in the lounge.

When seated at the bar, our barman Albert Han and his apprentice Fei will create unforgettable cocktails for you, tailored exactly to your tastes. It will be the best hour of your day.

Join us for an unforgettable experience exploring our signature cocktails and a variety of premium spirits.
Reserve your spot today and indulge in a journey of flavor and craftsmanship!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

I did the bar experience and the staff made my experience so personal! The drinks were incredible and I loved the feel of old rail car and old music in the building. Highly recommend!!

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Experience

Bespoke Bar Experience

Experience

Lounge seating

M2 by MATCHA MATCHA

4.7

4.7 (29)

CAN$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Church-Wellesley

About the restaurant

Welcome to our distinguished café by day and sophisticated cocktail bar by night, featuring an innovative menu of tea-enhanced cocktails. Expertly crafted by our skilled mixologists, each cocktail combines the finest "teas" with premium spirits to offer a unique, refined experience.

Our selection ranges from the subtle elegance of floral teas to the rich depth of traditional blends, carefully designed to appeal to a discerning palate. Ideal for various occasions, our venue transitions seamlessly from the lively ambiance of a café to the refined elegance of a cocktail bar. Make your reservation on OpenTable for an unparalleled experience.

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ReyannaVIP

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Quick service and fair prices for the quality of the craft. Space was a bit tight but great date night spot.

Compton Ave.

4.9

4.9 (98)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Ossington

About the restaurant

Compton Ave., the newest experiential cocktail bar by the team behind Toronto's renowned BarChef and PREQUEL & CO APOTHECARY brings the look and feel of being transported to a luxurious townhouse on Compton Ave. in Central London.

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MoVIP

Dined on May 21, 2025

Easily one of the best spots in Toronto. The cocktails the food the atmosphere is simply head and shoulders above other places. Every detail has been considered and tailored to just create an unbelievable environment. And considering we are in Toronto, extremely well priced. Most impressive of all, is certainly the stuff and service.

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4.8

4.8 (85)

CAN$51 and over

Cocktail Bar

Ossington

About the restaurant

Please Note: Bar Banane and Restaurant La Banane are different spaces. A reservation made here is for Bar Banane, not Restaurant La Banane.

Located directly above Restaurant La Banane, Bar Banane is a refined cocktail bar serving French-influenced canapés, soufflés, and drinks. We accept limited reservations and save space for walk-in guests.

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Katherine

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Great ambience! Cool drinks! Delicious food! Would go back…

BarChef

4.7

4.7 (668)

CAN$51 and over

Cocktail Bar

Queen West

About the restaurant

Globally celebrated mixologist and judge on Netflix DRINK MASTERS, Frankie Solarik, opened up BarChef in 2008 with the intention of having the world’s most progressive cocktail program. Utilizing modern culinary techniques and a Chef’s philosophy, BarChef's modernist cocktails are multi-sensorial, highlighting tactile elements, aromatics, viscosity, and edible pairings. These efforts have granted incredible accolades such as being on the Condé Nast Traveller Magazine Gold List for both 2018 and 2020 as one of the top cocktail bars in the world. BarChef has also been highlighted in numerous publications such as: The New York Times, Vogue, Thrillist, Forbes, National Geographic, CBC, GQ, and many more. Enjoy!

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Peter

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Great drinks and special treatment on our anniversary.

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Popular dish

Piña Colada

Popular dish

Charcuterie and Cheese

Popular dish

Japanese Fried Chicken

PREQUEL & CO. APOTHECARY

4.7

4.7 (446)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Ossington

About the restaurant

Where the story begins…Introducing PREQUEL & CO. APOTHECARY by Frankie Solarik. Step into this transportive and immersive experiential cocktail bar. Inspired by the apothecaries of the Art Nouveau era of Paris 1890 - 1910.

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Brittany

Dined 3 days ago

Prequel & Co. Apothecary was fantastic! Great night out. The drinks were amazing, the atmosphere was unmatched and the food was very good.

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4.7

4.7 (114)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Ossington

About the restaurant

Welcome to Project Gigglewater, your go-to cocktail bar in Toronto’s Dundas West. Named after Prohibition-era slang for alcohol, we’re dedicated to crafting the city’s best cocktails! Enjoy creative and classic drinks paired with locally loved share plates, served late into the night.

Near Ossington, we’re a local favourite, offering inventive and timeless cocktails. Our menu features unique twists on old favourites and exciting new creations.

Try our Chicharrones & Guac’, Tuna Crudo, and famous Smash Burgers—some of the best in the city!

For a cozy date, catching up with friends, or a night out, Project Gigglewater’s vibe is perfect. Cheers to great times, amazing drinks, and unforgettable nights, see you soon!

Don’t forget to check out our sister bar, @gochulibre.

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Joseph

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

Nice ambience, louder music, but able to converse no problem. Drinks were outstanding, and food was excellent. I’d go back.

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Experience

Smash Burger Sundays $10

Experience

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Civil Works

4.9

4.9 (39)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

King West

About the restaurant

From the award-winning bar Civil Liberties comes Civil Works.

Deeply inspired by the building’s history, Civil Works features an imaginative Art Deco inspired design embellished with modern details. The space marries industrial charm with timeless glamour using vintage furniture and rich materials that evoke the spirit of an era. Located on the mezzanine level off Brant Street, this hidden gem overlooks the vibrant food hall below and offers a full view of the art installations floating above. The robust narrative-driven drink menu features cocktails, martinis, alcohol-free drinks, a curated selection of wine and beer, and a special menu of spirits paired with custom water inspired from regions around the world. Nerd out with our bartenders at the 25-foot communal bar and unlock your inner mixologist.
For large party bookings, please email info@civilworks.ca

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Derrif

Dined on Jun 2, 2025

A must visit when in Toronto. The place is more than just a vibe, but a peek of the city’s history. The cocktails - divine.

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