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Brownes - Brownes Bistro, Toronto, ON
Brownes Bistro, Toronto, ON
Brownes Bistro, Toronto, ON
Brownes Bistro, Toronto, ON
Brownes Bistro, Toronto, ON
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This restaurant now offers Takeout

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Brownes Bistro

4.5
4.5
378 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary French
For 30 years Brownes Bistro has been a staple in Rosedale. Cherished by the neighbourhoods affluent denizens as well as lovers from all over Toronto, this restaurants satisfying and sophisticated fare is what keeps its quaint tables in high demand. A classic bistro menu pays homage to all things French, including fresh creations conceived daily. Warm hardwood, oak paneling and crisp linens create an unmistakably European ambiance, while an excellent selection of wines will have you reaching for obscure adjectives in no time.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Contemporary European
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 924-8132
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jude Jacob
  • Neighbourhood
    Rosedale / Summerhill
  • Cross Street
    Yonge St & Woodlawn Ave E
  • Parking Details
    Metered parking available on Woodlawn Ave E.
  • Public Transit
    TTC Summerhill Station
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 378 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Toronto

    Neighbourhood gem

378 Reviews
  1. Sandra

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I ordered the lunch special of Arctic char - sublime! Sooo delicious. Impeccable, friendly service.

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  2. Coralie

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great experience but wine list is very limited with no Canadian wines of which there are many choices

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  3. ASHLEYT

    Toronto

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect place for friends to enjoy a great meal and service

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  4. ivkgolden

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner was excellent. The perfect place to enjoy family. Exceptional service. Delicious Food. Can't wait to go back. Gerry - thanks for putting up with us ;)

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  5. Liaf

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    We ordered liver which I looked fwd to. The portion was very skimpy for the inflated price. The server was pleasant and the place nice. The dessert we ordered had to be sent back as we found it not pleasant to look at. One meal,one time. I would give it another try with a different menu

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  6. Shell874

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a great restaurant choice for my birthday dinner. Had a great time and the food was delicious!

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  7. PeterY

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great service and food. Reasonable price. Would recommend!

    1 person found this helpful

  8. PeterH

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great meal. The service was outstanding. Only flaw was that the coffee machine wasn't working.

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  9. SaraB

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time and it won’t be our last time! Jerry, our server, was fantastic. Kind, knowledgeable and friendly. Food was delicious and portions were perfect. Not a single thing to be improved!

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  10. shawnac

    Toronto

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was above and beyond. We were 8 people and everyone ordered something different and we all enjoyed our meals. We usually go to other local places, but this will be our new "go to".

    1 person found this helpful

  11. BobS

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience3
    Unfortunately, there were some needed bar refrigerator repairs going on which were quite noisy for some of the time! They did comp our dessert which was very much appreciated.

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  12. EileenM

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good service, I tried noon summerlicious menu,which is pretty good price. My friend wants lamb rack, it’s on dinner menu, but they offered her though, that also taste marvelous!

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  13. West

    Toronto

    35 reviews

    2.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience2
    Very noisy. Even dishes banging in kitchen. Waiters talking loudly. Guests talking loud to be heard over the noise Waiter nice guy but not well trained. Reached across someone’s face to serve dinner 2 guests ordered liver which they described as terrible My salmon was good. Soup was good. Tiramisu was very good

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  14. ElizaB

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Had a great evening at Browne's Bistro. Food was excellent. From escargot and calamari appetizers to lamb chops and Asian beef rigatoni, the flavours were fresh and robust. And the decaf coffee was excellent. We will be back. Recommended this place to my neighbours.

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  15. LUCKY

    Toronto

    55 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Haven’t been there in a while but everything was just as good as it was then

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent attentive service and wonderful contemporary european cuisine a a family run restaurant

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  17. BAMM

    Toronto

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A friend and I dined to celebrate a current and belated birthday on Friday July 7. We had the Summerlicious menu, selecting the beet salad (delicious) and mains of rigatoni and salmon followed by sorbets. We also enjoyed a glass of Prosecco and red wine. Our server Robert was attentive and provided menu details as needed. A lovely experience. Only drawback was level of A/C which was a bit high for my friend.

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  18. TinoM

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Fantastic meal! First time hear and will definitely be back!

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  19. Zelly

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience3
    Sardines were inedible (full of bones). To be fair, we were not charged. Apple crisp was not crispy and was too sweet. Service slow, despite empty restaurant.

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  20. LarryS

    Toronto

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great neighbourhood bistro. Escargots are arguably the best around.

    1 person found this helpful

  21. GeorgeH

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food in a nice setting with excellent service

    1 person found this helpful

  22. AndreaD

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always spectacular and never disappointed. Thank you for another great evening. And the staff is above par!!!!!!!

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  23. MichaelA

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    For decades Brownes has been a feature of the Toronto dining scene. It has always delivered good food, capable service and wines that were well pared to the meals. I would never hesitate to bring someone from another "big" city to Brownes for dinner. Best of all; they are open Sundays!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brownes is a family favourite and always delivers a consistent and amazing dining experience.

    1 person found this helpful

  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every bite was outstanding. Amazing experience and can’t wait to go back.

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  26. Shelly

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    I did enjoy this restaurant previously many times and the food there and it's still good but the portions are so small I left the restaurant hungry that's the first.

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  27. Filetmignon

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Haven’t been for years. Things are still good overall, hope can stay this way for the future. Service really sharp

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  28. Sandra

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    you're in good hands at browne's - fine food; classy, comfortable, understated ambiance; attentive service; enough space between tables to allow for good conversation.

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  29. Trish

    Toronto

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brownes is a great restaurant with great food and great service. We have been there twice for Mother’s Day, Brunch and Dinner. Other times for dinner. Try it out. The best Tiramisu!

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  30. LarryS

    Toronto

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Love this neighbourhood bistro; great food and drink; reasonably priced. Escargots are probably the best in the city.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a pleasurable experience and to dine and be served by a gracious host. Great value great food. RCC

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  32. LesleyO

    Toronto

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Consistently delicious food. Very personable and informative server, Jerry.

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  33. Midtowner

    Toronto

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    While the menu was short for lunch, it was sufficiently varied that each of the four, attending in a group to celebrate the 80th birthday of one of us, had different appetizers, main courses and desserts that each found excellent. Service was both prompt and unobtrusive, and helpful with one of the attendees using a walker. Service was not rushed so that we spent over two hours at lunch before asking for the bill. . An excellent experience for all.

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  34. Robojo

    Toronto

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Comfortable neighborhood restaurant where everyone knows your face if not your name. Excellent varied menu with range of options that makes it easy to find things all can enjoy. Happy to make food adjustments to meet diners' dietary needs. Consistent quality and always excellent service that few restaurants can boast.

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  35. Jodi

    Toronto

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Noise level was very high because the restaurant was packed. Difficult to hear conversation. Also, room temperature was quite warm for the same reasons, no doubt. Everything else was excellent as usual.

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  36. davidwill2

    Toronto

    88 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    88 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Another satisfying meal at this neighborhood gem, attentive service and reasonable prices. Would recommend for everyday dining or a special occasion.

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  37. RuthD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Wonderful waiters. Swift , friendly and professional service. Food delicious. Portions a bit too small. Otherwise a great restaurant. We enjoyed so much!

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  38. johnd

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As usual, a wonderful dinner & evening with friends

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  39. JudyG

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Our meal was delicious but your BREAD is dreadful.. Take note of where Sorrel's get their bread - EPI on Mt Pleasant

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  40. LarryS

    Toronto

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Fantastic lamb dishes; a great buzz in the restaurant.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers

FAQs

Brownes Bistro does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Brownes Bistro also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 924-8132.

Brownes Bistro is rated 4.5 stars by 378 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Brownes Bistro

1251 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4T 1W6

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Yonge St & Woodlawn Ave E
  • Neighbourhood
    Rosedale / Summerhill
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Contemporary European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    Metered parking available on Woodlawn Ave E.
  • Public Transit
    TTC Summerhill Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jude Jacob
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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