The Carbon Bar

Name: The Carbon Bar
Address: 99 Queen St East, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5C 1S2
Telephone: (416) 947-7000
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (1866)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Barbecue

99 Queen St East, Toronto, ON M5C 1S2

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Neighborhood gem

The Carbon Bar:
Located in Downtown, The Carbon Bar is a fun destination where food lovers come together for bold flavours and great company. Our menu features expertly prepared steak, seafood, and vegan options, inspired by the rich traditions of a steakhouse with a modern twist.

Enjoy slow-smoked barbecue (BBQ), shareable plates, and refreshing beer straight from the keg. Our bar lounge and cocktail bar serve handcrafted drinks perfect for any occasion, from lively birthdays to romantic evenings. Unwind in our inviting dining room or stop by for happy hour specials.

Rooted in the energy of a discotheque and a media giant’s studio, The Carbon Bar blends history with contemporary flair. Whether it’s a casual night out or an elevated fine dining experience, impeccable hospitality and unforgettable moments await.

The Carbon is also perfect for large group, standing with passed canapé or seated for dinner.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Barbecue, Steakhouse, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 947-7000
Website
http://www.thecarbonbar.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private dining options, perfect for any occasion from corporate events to social gatherings. Our team at The Carbon Bar love hosting and we have one of the greatest venues for it.
Private party contact
The Carbon Bar: (416) 947-7000

Location
99 Queen St East, Toronto, ON M5C 1S2
Neighborhood
Financial District
Cross street
Church St
Parking details
A few in a couple block radius. Green P by St. Michaels hospital, Private lot on Church south of Richmond, Private lot on Queen and Jarvis.
Public transit
Nearest Street Car stops: Queen Street East and Church Subway: Queen
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

The Experience Menu - 4 courses
CA$85.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Groups of 9 or more are required to dine on our set "Experience" menu. Join us for a 4-course meal that will impress you and leave you satisfied. We start off our menu with Korean fried cauliflower and blistered shishito peppers. Following this comes our smoked bacon Caesar and salmon tartare. Next is our "Pitmaster Platter" which includes; brisket, burnt ends, St. Louis style pork ribs, pulled pork, cheddar jalapeno sausage, and fried chicken. Accompanied with collard greens, coleslaw, pickles and crispy french fries. Finally, we serve you a delicious dessert platter of brownie bites, banoffee pie, caramel popcorn, candied bananas and a drizzle of caramel.
The Experience plus Seafood - 4 courses
CA$99.00 per person
Multiple dates available
The Carbon Bar Experience ($99/person) offers a delectable and flavoursome tasting of our à la carte menu served to elevate and curate an unforgettable dining experience at The Carbon Bar. All items on the fixed menus will be served to you and your guests, family-style, where all plates are designed to be shared amongst the group. Please let us know if there are any allergies or dietary restrictions that we should be made aware of as the menus can be modified to accommodate accordingly. Please note that the participation of the entire group is required.
Summerlicious July 4th to 20th
CA$55.00 per person
Jul 4, 2025 - Jul 20, 2025
Summerlicious is here! Come through to The Carbon Bar for a 3-course dinner for just $55. It’s the perfect excuse to treat yourself. Limited time only, so grab your spot while you can.

Private dining

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Popular dishes

Seafood PlatterCA$42.00
Minimum 2. Oysters, littleneck clams, grilled shrimp, cured salmon, citrus chili scallop crudo, smoked trout rillette with toast points
OystersCA$4.00
Served by the dozen. Sourced from the East Coast of Canada, Red wine apple mignonette, fresh horseradish, smoked habanero hot sauce
Hamachi CrudoCA$26.00
Smoked ponzu, avocado crema, pickled Anaheim, orange segments, green onions, guajillo sesame, squid ink tapioca puffs
Grilled Garlic Butter ShrimpCA$26.00
Butter, white wine, fine herbs, smoked paprika, cappers, lemon

Starters

Smoked Bacon CaesarCA$19.00
Romaine, red oak leaf, double-smoked bacon, white anchovies, garlic crouton, pickled onions, parmesan
Pork Belly BaoCA$22.00
Two steamed buns, rubbed and smoked pork belly, pickled carrot and onion, chili marinated cucumber, soy sauce glaze
Burnt Ends Kimchi SsämCA$27.00
Smoked brisket burnt ends, kimchi spicy miso aioli BBQ, pork crackling, Boston leaf lettuce lime
Beef CarpaccioCA$24.00
Cold smoked beef round, fried capers, mushroom conserva, goat cheddar, spicy vinaigrette, cured and smoked egg yolk, horseradish aioli, microgreens
Pork Belly Burnt EndsCA$18.00
Seasoned and smoked pork belly, Pork crackling, apple BBQ sauce

Pit Smoked

Pitmaster PlatterCA$52.00
St. Louis Cut Pork Ribs, CAB Beef Brisket, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Cheddar Jalapeño Sausage, Pulled Pork
St. Louis Cut Pork RibsCA$32.00
St. Louis-style spare ribs
Smoked Beef BrisketCA$39.00
Certified Angus Beef

Steak Frites

12oz Prime StriploinCA$59.00
12oz Prime RibeyeCA$64.00

Plates

Piri Piri BBQ ChickenCA$37.00
Portuguese potatoes, sous-vide and grilled chicken supreme, broccoli, fire-roasted Piri-Piri sauce
The Carbon BurgerCA$31.00
7oz house ground beef patty, CAB Brisket smoked bacon, cheddar, burnt onion aioli mustard pickles, fried shallot, hand-cut fries
The Turkey BurgerCA$29.00
5oz ground turkey patty, double cream brie, Bourbon infused caramelized onions, arugula, pommery mustard aioli, tomato jam
Crusted PickerelCA$38.00
Pickerel, grilled green beans, sweet potato puree, smoked almonds, creamy dill sauce
Spanish OctopusCA$42.00
Chimichurri marinated octopus, chorizo, eggplant, olive, lemon, smoky red pepper sauce
Vegetable GumboCA$29.00
Trinity vegetables, tomato, spicy mushroom sausage, kidney bean, okra, white rice

Sides

Jalapeño Cheddar CornbreadCA$16.00
Chili maple butter
Mac N' CheeseCA$18.00
Jarlsberg cheese
Pit Baked BeansCA$14.00
Pork and beef
Brussels SproutsCA$14.00
Lemon, parm
Collard GreensCA$10.00
Lemon, butter
Hand-Cut FriesCA$11.00
Chipotle lime mayo
ColeslawCA$8.00

What 1,866 people are saying

The Carbon Bar 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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Toronto / Ontario
Barbecue
Old Toronto
Innovative
Old Toronto
Gluten-free-friendly
Old Toronto
Neighborhood gem
Old Toronto
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Carbon Bar offers a "cool, dark, high-ceiling" ambiance perfect for people-watching. Renowned for its "phenomenal BBQ platter," the restaurant impresses with a diverse menu, exceptional cocktails, and attentive service. Despite occasional slow service, its "top-notch" food and vibrant atmosphere make it a "hidden gem" for BBQ enthusiasts.

1,866 Reviews

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Ted
Toronto / Ontario10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We went for Summerlicious before the theatre. The Caesar Salad was one of the best I've ever had, the smoked BBQ platter had a tremendous amount of food and the brisket was first class. The Kentucky Derby pie was sinfully delicious and the waitress was very attentive and anticpated our needs. A great value! We plan on returning!!
The Carbon BarResponded today
Thank you for leaving us a great review Ted! I'm happy you were able to join us for Summerlicious, and that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Kayvan Esmaili General Manager
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Randy VIP
Vancouver / British Columbia55 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Large restaurant in a good location downtown. Was not very busy the night we went so might have contributed to the low energy vibe. Burger was good; ribs were just ok and service was very good . Would recommend if you are in the area.
The Carbon BarResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the review Randy! I'm happy that you had a good experience with us, we hope to see you again soon. Kayvan Esmaili General Manager
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Kristina
Baton Rouge / Lafayette1 review
5.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cool, dark, high-ceiling bar/restaurant. Good food and worth the money for ambiance and people watching. Interiors and lighting vary throughout, so there's always something to look at. Even full, it's not loud, which can be rare in Toronto. Service is slower, but with intention. This is a place you chill, not a grab-and-go. I like the angled mirror along one wall of the dining room area! (I'm a fashion fan, so again, good people watching) Check it out!
The Carbon BarResponded on June 26, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review Kristina! I'm happy that you had such a great experience with us, and look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Kayvan Esmaili General Manager
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Carole VIP
Toronto / Ontario20 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful gals out night! Thanks to our cocktail maker and our gorgeous server! Better than Beetlejuice! Cheers Carole
The Carbon BarResponded on June 26, 2025
It's great to hear that you had an amazing night with us at The Carbon Bar Carole! I'm happy that our staff took such great care of you on your visit. Kayvan Esmaili General Manager
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eileen
Toronto / Ontario29 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brought friends for their first time. One of them is a BBQ lover and Carbon Bar is now their favourite bbq place in the city. Both were very impressed with food and service and the space. They plan on coming back to bring more friends!
The Carbon BarResponded on June 26, 2025
Thank you for the review Eileen, and for spreading the word with friends about The Carbon Bar! I'm happy that everyone had a great experience with us. We look forward to seeing you all again! Kayvan Esmaili General Manager
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John
Toronto / Ontario5 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
As always. Great staff. Nice venue. Noise level good and able to carry on a conversation with guests. The meats were again good (consistently so). Sides consistently good. However, we were VERY disappointed with the seafood platter at $42 per person. Portions were very small. Shrimp were small. The smoked salmon barely made an appearance. I would have expected (relative to the amazing BBQ) that the seafood would be an equal. It was not.
The Carbon BarResponded on June 21, 2025
Hi John, Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback, and I'm happy that you enjoyed the service and Pitmaster platter! I'm sorry to hear that the Seafood platter didn't meet your expectations in terms of portion size. Your group had ordered the platter for three and requested for it to be split between two plates. Typically, we recommend ordering at least a "platter for two" per plate when sharing, as dividing a platter for three between two plates can make the portions appear smaller than intended. That said, we appreciate the feedback and will take it into account when communicating portion sizes and serving styles in the future. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back again soon! Kayvan Esmaili General Manager
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Jason
Winnipeg / Manitoba2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot. Service was excellent. Food and drinks were amazing.
The Carbon BarResponded on June 19, 2025
Thank you for the 5 star review Jason! I'm happy that you had a great experience with us. We look forward to seeing you again in the future. Kayvan Esmaili General Manager
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Antonio VIP
Saskatoon / Saskatchewan52 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a great experience, second time visiting this restaurant and, like the first time, we were gladly surprised and amazed by the quality of the food, service and ambiance. Keep up the good work
The Carbon BarResponded on June 21, 2025
Thank you for the great review Antonio! I'm happy that you enjoyed your experience with us on both occasions. We look forward to seeing you next time. Kayvan Esmaili General Manager
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Victor
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great barbecue as always. Perfect for Father’s Day dinner!
The Carbon BarResponded on June 18, 2025
Thank you for the review Victor! I'm happy that we could help make the special occasion a memorable one! We look forward to seeing you next time. Kayvan Esmaili General Manager
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Colleen VIP
Toronto / Ontario12 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely bright space. Service slightly slow and food yummy but not delicious. Worthwhile if you want a platter of tasty meat or seafood.
The Carbon BarResponded on June 17, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review Colleen! I hope that you visit with us again and next time we can really wow you! Kayvan Esmaili General Manager
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FAQs

The Carbon Bar does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The Carbon Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 947-7000.

The Carbon Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 1866 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 6, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

99 Queen St East, Toronto, ON M5C 1S2

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Church St
Neighborhood
Financial District
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Barbecue, Steakhouse, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
A few in a couple block radius. Green P by St. Michaels hospital, Private lot on Church south of Richmond, Private lot on Queen and Jarvis.
Public transit
Nearest Street Car stops: Queen Street East and Church Subway: Queen
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thecarbonbar.ca/
Phone number
(416) 947-7000
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private dining options, perfect for any occasion from corporate events to social gatherings. Our team at The Carbon Bar love hosting and we have one of the greatest venues for it.
Private party contact
The Carbon Bar: (416) 947-7000

The Carbon Bar

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

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The Experience Menu - 4 courses

The Experience plus Seafood - 4 courses

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Chef's Table

Bar & Lounge

Main Dining Room

Custom inquiry

Pitmaster Platter

Bison Burger

Seafood Platter

Experience Menus

The ExperienceCA$85.00

The Experience PlusCA$99.00

Snacks

KFCCA$15.00

Brisket EmpanadasCA$18.00

Blistered ShishitosCA$14.00

Seafood

Seafood PlatterCA$42.00

OystersCA$4.00

Hamachi CrudoCA$26.00

Grilled Garlic Butter ShrimpCA$26.00

Starters

Smoked Bacon CaesarCA$19.00

Pork Belly BaoCA$22.00

Burnt Ends Kimchi SsämCA$27.00

Beef CarpaccioCA$24.00

Pork Belly Burnt EndsCA$18.00

Pit Smoked

Pitmaster PlatterCA$52.00

St. Louis Cut Pork RibsCA$32.00

Smoked Beef BrisketCA$39.00

Steak Frites

12oz Prime StriploinCA$59.00

12oz Prime RibeyeCA$64.00

Plates

Piri Piri BBQ ChickenCA$37.00

The Carbon BurgerCA$31.00

The Turkey BurgerCA$29.00

Crusted PickerelCA$38.00

Spanish OctopusCA$42.00

Vegetable GumboCA$29.00

Sides

Jalapeño Cheddar CornbreadCA$16.00

Mac N' CheeseCA$18.00

Pit Baked BeansCA$14.00

Brussels SproutsCA$14.00

Collard GreensCA$10.00

Hand-Cut FriesCA$11.00

ColeslawCA$8.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Carbon Bar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Carbon Bar restaurant rated?

Is The Carbon Bar currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

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