Barsa Taberna

Name: Barsa Taberna
Address: 26 Market Street, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5E1A9
Telephone: (647) 341-3642
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.3

4.3

824 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Spanish

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Contemporary Spanish eatery housed in a designer 19th century building. Our philosophy of contemporary Spanish cuisine has its roots in the traditional Spanish Cocina – meaning, tapas to larger plates that include the recipes and ingredients from the Iberian Peninsula. Barsa's menu is designed to also pay tribute the avant garde movement of the Nueva Cocina Española in what we call contemporary Spanish gastronomy. At Barsa, art is not optional. It’s our salt and pepper, we think Gaudi, dare Dali and play Picasso. We are housed in a 19th century heritage protected building where internationally acclaimed designer John Tong has recreated the atmosphere of Barcelona, while paying tribute to the City’s culture and immortalized artists. Barsa story and concept was derived by Toronto native Aras Azadian’s passion and inspiration to recreate the atmosphere and experience of his time living in Barcelona and his travels through the Iberian Peninsula

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This restaurant is permanently closed.

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(647) 341-3642

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Spanish, Contemporary European
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(647) 341-3642
Website
http://www.barsataberna.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Mateo Tapias Cruz
Private party facilities
Barsa Taberna offers a truly unique experience for private and corporate dining. Our management team including team of chefs are happy to work with you to create a custom menu and experience for your special event. Ranked Top New Restaurant 2014 Ranked Top 100 Restaurants in the world 2016
Private party contact
Aras Azadian: (866) 306-0351

Location
26 Market Street Toronto, ON M5E1A9
Neighbourhood
St. Lawrence Market
Cross Street
Front St
Parking Details
Parking is available in the street or at the Green P lots south of Market street
Public Transit
King Station is a short 3 minute walk
Entertainment
Thursday nights, live Flamenco guitar performance
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Popular dishes

Banderillas$5.00
Marinated Spanish Olives and Pickles
Con Boquerones$8.00
Pan Con Tomate
- Tradicional$6.00
- Jamon Serrano$9.00
- Manchego$10.00
Manchego Churros$7.00
with Saffron Sofrito
Pate Con Cerezas Secas$8.00
Chicken liver pate with marinated dried cherries
Queso Manchego$7.00
1 oz of Manchego cheese - Dates and Olive Oil
Queso Valdeon$8.00
1 oz of Valdeon Cheese - Honeycomb and Black Pepper
Bistec Crudo$13.00
Raw Top Sirloin with Fennel, Pickled Shallots, Fried Capers and Parsley
Truchas En Escabeche$13.00
Trout Eschabeche, with Fresh Orange, Celery, Pomegranate Juice & Walnuts
Jamón Serrano$14.00
18 Month Aged Ham
Jamón Ibérico$30.00
36 Month Aged Black Iberian Ham
Tabla De Embutidos$20.00
Charcuterie Platter with Garnishes
Tabla De Quesos$24.00
Spanish Cheese Platter with Garnishes
Tabla De Chorizo$28.00
Chorizo Platter with Garnishes and Pork Belly

Del Mar

Ostras$3.50
Oysters with Charred Shishito Mignonette
Croqueta De Jamón Y Albacore$4.00
Albacore Tuna, with Cured Jam, Pickled Peppers and Lemon Alioli
Almejas Con Chorizo$12.00
Clams with Garlic, White Beans and Chili
Gambas Aji$14.00
Chile Shrimp, with Moorish Couscous and Walnut romesco
Ceviche Del Mar$15.00
Mussels, Shrimp, Octopus, Snapper, Cucumber and Lemon Infused Olive Oil
Pulpo Ezpeleta$17.00
Grilled Octopus, with Charred Potatoes, Chorizo and Espelette Alioli
Robalo a La Parrilla$32.00
Whole Grilled Seabass-Chickpea Hummus, Pequillo Peppers, Sundried Olives and Roasted Garlic
Fabada Con Vieras$38.00
Searead Scallops, White Bean Stew, Pickled Chili, Candied Lemon and Bread Crumb
Paella De Mariscos$55.00
Shrimps, Clams, Mussels and Jamon Serrano

Del Campo

Empanada$4.50
Blue Cheese and Spinach Empanada with Apple Rhubarb Compote
Gazpacho$8.00
Tomato Water, Fresh Tomato, Breadcrumbs, Herb Oil
Patatas Bravas$8.00
with Alioli and Brava Sauce
- With Braised Beef Cheek$13.00
Ensalada De Betarraga Y Peras$11.00
Lightly Pickled Beets, Poached Pears, Hazelnut Praline, Whipped Goat Cheese
Fideos Del Campo$18.00
Catalan Noodles, Broccoli, Goats Cheese, Almonds and Roasted Olives
Caña De Cordero$34.00
Rioja Braised Lamb Shank, Roasted Sweet Potato, Crispy Kale, Pickled Raisins
Lomito Al Chimichurr$36.00
8 oz Striploin, Parsnip and Blue Potato Salad and Scallion Chimichurri
Paella Valenciana$52.00
Chorizo, Grilled Chicken, Butternut Squash and Pistachio

What 824 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

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MikeM
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience3
Amazing al fresco dining... excellent taste and presentation, superb flavours and preparation. Knowledgeable, friendly service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was great they were friendly and attentive. The food was good and it was a quiet area.
L
Lunchin
Toronto
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and patio ! If you want authentic Spanish food and sangria this is the place to go!
CJ
CatherineJ
Toronto
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
My favourite Sangria in the city! Nice patio, secluded even in the middle of downtown.
JW
JulieW
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
A great restaurant, service and food. So sad no one is going due to COVID. Would recommend them to anyone and everyone.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was good
SL
ScottL
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
We continue to return to this restaurant for unique Mediterranian dining, relaxed atmosphere and great service.
KP
KiaraP
New England
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good food. Good service. Limited selection and a little overpriced... Octopus main $42 - should be not more than $35 very max.
M
Miguel
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came here for a fancy date night We chose to sit outside (covid19, beautiful weather) which still had a beautiful relaxed vibe. The Manchengo churros were a great dish that you didn't know you needed. The Spanish Octopus was a plate of heaven (served on a creamy potato puree with truffle aoili!!! And the seafood ceviche was the best ceviche my gf and I have ever had. The only thing that did not 'wow' us is the seafood paella, it was loaded with mussels (shell on), so it felt like we were eating a bowl of mussels, there were 2 shrimp and no other seafood and the rice was dry and stuck to the bottom of the pan. Overall, great dining experience and I will be back for that ceviche and octopus!
MG
MihaelaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, nice place, good service. Very good experience.
TW
TeresaW
Toronto
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Excellent tapas. Good Service. Good wine selection.
WH
WesleyH
Toronto
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
first visit after COVID started. outdoor patio seating was not crowded. service was good and prompt. menu reduced from before but still very delicious. the paella was excellent. they said the menu will be expanded again later. can't wait to visit again.
EN
EmptyNester
Toronto
31 reviews
vip
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
Dined on the patio. I think the menu has become a little more limited versus other times that I have been to this restaurant. I completely understand given Covid impact. I saw the staff doing very thorough cleaning as they set up tables. Servers where great in terms of attentiveness, friendliness and attention to detail. Even with a more limited menu we found the Octopus, Ceviche and Paella were all excellent. They did seem to be doing a good amount of take-out. I will continue to support this restaurant whenever I can.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2020
overall5food2service5ambience5
Server and ambiance were fantastic. Drinks were just alright, as was the food. Perhaps we ordered some dishes we just were not crazy about and should have stuck with familiar options like the charcuterie and cheese boards, which are always a hit.
KV
KendraV
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Honestly, such an incredible experience. The food was spectacular, the service was perfect, there was a Spanish guitar player so to experience live music again after many months of quiet due to COVID was such a heavenly experience.
SM
SteveM
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2020
overall5food4service4ambience5
Great patio - very safe - great food and experience as always.
p
patriciab
Toronto
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were excellent.i was really happy food was very very good loved it..
JH
JohnH
Edmonton
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great patio and the best food experience since Stage 3 re-opening!
SS
StephanieS
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful patio, well-spaced out, friendly (and masked) staff, and delicious seafood paella. Great for a local date night and we'll definitely be coming back!
A
Andi
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We tried two types of sangria - they were both super! The patio was great, staff were attentive and clearly safety-minded. We had a really lovely time. Thank you!
CC
ColinC
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere we sat inside. Dinner was excellent
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Zero complaints we had the best dinner
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2020
overall2food2service3ambience2
Very desappointed ! Too expensive for the quality of food served
JB
JesikaB
Toronto
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience4
Super delicious food! Our server was very lovely and chatty! Will be back!
CC
ClaudioC
Toronto
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing as always
AS
AlinS
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent drinks and food!!! Incredible customer experience!!!
VM
VincenzaM
Exclusive
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best ever place for food and drinks. Cocktails are on point
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food..great vibe and ambiance. They make fantastic tasty cocktails too!! We will be back.
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luv2eatgoodfood
Toronto
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2020
overall2food1service3ambience3
This is not Spanish, food plates are flavorless and expensive. Octopus dish with cheese did not go i prefer garlic olive oil grilled and for $42 there was not allot there. Same with shrimp dish portions size tiny. Paella was burnt and flavorless, really bad. With an expensive $100 bottle of red and dessert $315 with tip close to 4 totally not worth it. Very disappointed will not recommend to go at all.
L
Lindsay
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, took us right back to being in Spain.
AA
AdamA
Nashville
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2020
overall3food1service2ambience4
Main was delivered 45 minutes after the appetizers
JV
JennyV
Toronto
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2020
overall4food4service3ambience4
Food was good as usual, really liked the live music on the patio. Service was ok.
VD
VeronicaD
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sangria was amazing!! Ceviche was really good as well
VM
VincenzaM
Exclusive
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love Barsa. The music is good. Service is on point. Great wine list. Food outstanding
R
Risha
Toronto
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 10, 2020
overall2food2service2ambience3
Their food used to be better. Their paella was mostly peas and their service are inexperienced. We asked for a glass of water 3 times.
CC
ClaudioC
Toronto
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 10, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent . We loved the new menu
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience5
My Husband’s 60th Birthday
MD
MikeD
Toronto
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall3food2service4ambience4
Ordered the Octopus and although it was tender and tasty we received two small tentacles. Not worth the $30 price. Maybe if it was $10-15. The seafood paella smelt smoky - turns out the rice on the bottom was burnt. Mussels were dry and tiny. Shrimps were tasty as were the clams. But there was no fish or scallops or chicken or sausages which are typically included in paella. Again not worth the $50 price tag. My date and I shared both dishes. Left hungry. Best part of the evening was the Spanish wine and the ambiance is very nice. Service was good and it’s a busy popular place. But perhaps their tapas would have been a better choice.
A
Asgaard
Toronto
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Absolutely beautiful and unusual place to eat and enjoy the ambiance. Our server was super .... good at her job and very nice into the bargain. Made good choices..... The tasting menu was good and varied, however I was a bit surprised it did not contain any red meat at all. Everything was interesting and beautifully prepared and presented. I enjoyed the time, the company, the location and the food. Sangria was ok, not superb and we had a leisurely dinner with friends with lots of laughs and good food. Enjoyable and would recommend.
MS
MargaretS
Toronto
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience3
Food was outstanding and our waiter, Ali, was amazing at helping us negotiate the menu. The noise level in the back room was not energetic but LOUD - so they quickly moved us to the front of the house where we enjoyed that energetic atmosphere and could actually hear each other!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Barsa Taberna offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (647) 341-3642.

Barsa Taberna is rated 4.3 stars by 824 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(647) 341-3642

Additional information

Cross Street
Front St
Neighbourhood
St. Lawrence Market
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Spanish, Contemporary European
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Parking is available in the street or at the Green P lots south of Market street
Public Transit
King Station is a short 3 minute walk
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Mateo Tapias Cruz
Entertainment
Thursday nights, live Flamenco guitar performance
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.barsataberna.com/
Phone number
(647) 341-3642
Private party facilities
Barsa Taberna offers a truly unique experience for private and corporate dining. Our management team including team of chefs are happy to work with you to create a custom menu and experience for your special event. Ranked Top New Restaurant 2014 Ranked Top 100 Restaurants in the world 2016
Private party contact
Aras Azadian: (866) 306-0351

Barsa Taberna

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Grilled Octopus

Seafood Paella

Ceviche Del Mar

Curados

Banderillas$5.00

Con Boquerones$8.00

Pan Con Tomate

Manchego Churros$7.00

Pate Con Cerezas Secas$8.00

Queso Manchego$7.00

Queso Valdeon$8.00

Bistec Crudo$13.00

Truchas En Escabeche$13.00

Jamón Serrano$14.00

Jamón Ibérico$30.00

Tabla De Embutidos$20.00

Tabla De Quesos$24.00

Tabla De Chorizo$28.00

Del Mar

Ostras$3.50

Croqueta De Jamón Y Albacore$4.00

Almejas Con Chorizo$12.00

Gambas Aji$14.00

Ceviche Del Mar$15.00

Pulpo Ezpeleta$17.00

Robalo a La Parrilla$32.00

Fabada Con Vieras$38.00

Paella De Mariscos$55.00

Del Campo

Empanada$4.50

Gazpacho$8.00

Patatas Bravas$8.00

Ensalada De Betarraga Y Peras$11.00

Fideos Del Campo$18.00

Caña De Cordero$34.00

Lomito Al Chimichurr$36.00

Paella Valenciana$52.00

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