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AGO Bistro, Toronto, ON
AGO Bistro, Toronto, ON
AGO Bistro, Toronto, ON
AGO Bistro, Toronto, ON
AGO Bistro, Toronto, ON

AGO Bistro

4.5
4.5
3540 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Comfort Food
One of the Frank Gehry-designed spaces, AGO Bistro is conveniently located on the first floor with access from Dundas Street. The restaurant is casual chic: modern Danish furnishings are paired with acrylic tabletops in a multitude of vibrant colours. Etched glass and vertical-grain Douglas fir also accent the space. With a dedication to using the best local produce, menus reflect seasonal changes and availability. Ingredients are sourced from the finest suppliers and farms, and are cooked simply to showcase the natural flavours of the food.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Contemporary American, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–5:00 pm Dinner Wed, Fri 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 979-6688
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Renee Bellefeuille
  • Private party facilities
    Gallery-style rooms in a Frank Gehry-designed space hung with original artwork. Available for seated events up to 50 guests and receptions up to 80 guests.
  • Private party contact
    AGO Bistro - Events & Group Dining: (416) 979-6634
  • Neighbourhood
    Financial District
  • Cross Street
    McCaul Street
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public Transit
    St. Patrick Subway Station on the University line. 2 blocks west of University on south side of Dundas Street (at the intersection of McCaul St. and Dundas).
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • FOODWAYS CHEF SERIES: INSPIRED BY KEITH HARING

    $75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 26, 2024 only
    From the Chef - Eric McDonald “My food is directly tied to my identity as a queer person, and I have always felt my food has an inherent queerness about it- as being its own thing—Not following the rules— being multidimensional and always changing— it is soft and tender- yet rebellious it exists in many extremes and is always saying something.” About Foodways Foodways Chef Series offers an exclusive dining experience that connects the storytelling of art and lived experience of our guest chef. Enjoy a curated dinner inspired by the exhibition, from the chef's point of view. Exhibition Walkthrough – 6:00 to 6:50 pm Dinner – 7:00 pm $75 per person | dinner $115 per person | dinner + beverage pairings

What 3,540 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Comfort Food

  • Old Toronto

    Great for brunch

3,540 Reviews
  1. MichaelC

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    This is an easy review - perfection. Lunch at 1pm for two. Great table, great staff, great food, great recommendations from the wine list, privacy and then just wander into this wonderful gallery.

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  2. Shiwan

    Naples

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience4
    The duck confit was delicious, crispy and tender, along with a medley of tasty vegetables. Fries are fabulous! Our server was friendly and attentive. A happy experience!

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  3. JNtoronto

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The wait staff was very nice. The reservation was on time and the need to accommodate one of the attendees was honored.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great quiche and salad. Nice setting. Excellent service!

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  5. KarenM

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    Overall4Food4Service4Ambience4
    Menu is limited, but good. Our waiter was excellent.

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  6. AnnJ

    Toronto

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    All great! Very personable waiters and great food!

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  7. IrwinF

    Montreal

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    Overall5Food4Service5Ambience5
    Food has a comfort food feel to it, but yet is elegantly presented. Portions are large. Service is professional, friendly and knowledgeable.

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  8. JanetM

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    I made the reservation for Linda Coslovi and when asked how her lunch was she said it was wonderful! Enjoyed the food and service Janet Marola

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  9. BeatrizR

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great food snd half prive bottles of wine are a great combination!

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  10. Edgecombe

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2023

    Overall5Food4Service5Ambience4
    Delicious food, lovely wine selection and attentive service. A great place for lunch.

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  11. MerleC

    Toronto

    39 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    Overall3Food2Service5Ambience5
    Honestly, the duck confit was over cooked and so salty! I only ate it because I was hungry. They should have given me some sort of compensation for it but it wasn’t even offered! I am a member too! Other than that, the waitstaff was fine.

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  12. Dancersmom

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience3
    The food and service never disappoint. They just produced a new menu. Check it out for lunch.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience3
    This is my second time eating here and I was pleasantly surprised that the food was as good as it was before the pandemic. I don’t love the physical space here as you are either in a dark corner or a bit of a busy area. But the food is really great and service was good too. You must never come here and not order the sourdough bread from Blackbird Bakery with the flavoured butter. Amazing. And the best cappuccino I have ever had. Although I am not vegan this is the second time I ordered the vegan option which was a charred cauliflower dish with some delicious sauce and grains. This place is a great option for a vegan foodie. Great lunch overall.

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  14. HiteshS

    Toronto

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Visiting the AGO Bistro has been there on my list of to visit places since a long time and it’s worth the hype. The bistro menu is pretty concise with good food options. I tried the beef burger and it was quite good. Their cappuccino was pretty good and came in a moderately sized cup. After lunch I visited the Exhibition which spans over 3 floors and has displays from all around the world. I was absolutely astounded to see the collection. It was a remarkable experience truly loved it. :)

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  15. JoanE

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Lovely menu and food. Pleasant efficient service. Accommodating to children. Tables well spread out so sound level excellent ( I have a hearing deficit).

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    This is the best burger in town. I order it every time . My friend ordered to roasted cauliflower and it looked good. Server was very attentive. Top notch !

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We ordered the Prix Fix for lunch. The pear salad and the anise salad were equally delicious. We had the Duck Confit with celeriac purée and roasted vegetables. Very tasty. One of us had the pork tenderloin which came with roasted Brussels sprouts and other veggies which was a winning combination. Chocolate cake was shared by three. It was a much more delicious version of German Chocolate Cake than we’d expected. Good. Good. Good. Oh, and a bottle of Ontario Sparkling. The service was excellent.

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  18. WillowA

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The soup is always a favourite-great flavour and healthy. Never had a bad meal at the Bistro!

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  19. CatherineW

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    One of the best burgers I have had in ages. Good red wine paring suggested by server.

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  20. MarilynB

    Toronto

    41 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    Overall3Food2Service4Ambience4
    I used to love this bistro and it was such a perfect addition to a lovely day at the gallery. I particularly loved their vegan dishes with eggplant etc. The menu is now greatly reduced and there is not a lot I would like to eat. I had the quiche this time and it came cold! I should have asked them to heat it but felt they seemed to want to serve it this way. The flavor was just OK. My husband had the burger and said it was overdone and he did not like that there was bacon on it. Overall disappointing.

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  21. RaeL

    Toronto

    35 reviews

    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service4Ambience4
    It is a perfect combination: lunch and then a tour of the gallery. The food was excellent. The service was excellent. The price was right. Keep it up. We will be back.

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  22. Annu

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The service was excellent and the meal delicious. We plan to return to AGO Bistro for more visits.

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  23. Table4One

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    Overall3Food2Service4Ambience4
    While the service and ambiance were lovely, the food left something to be desired. For my main dish, I encountered a cherry pit on my first bite and another near the end of the dish. It was off putting.

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  24. Abeleh

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service4Ambience1
    Gluten Free bun unavailable for burger. Burger overcooked. Excessive Noise throughout especially near the kitchen area.

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  25. RaeT

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service5Ambience4
    Delicious food and good service. Chairs are mostly comfy but need to give better back support :-)

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  26. PatBeee

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Excellent experience! Looking forward to going back.

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  27. Tomtomyvr

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    Overall4Food3Service5Ambience4
    We were disappointed by the food. It was not up to previous high standards. The salad was fine but the burger and fries were greasy. Think Swiss chalet.

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  28. Bernie

    Toronto

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience3
    The food was outstanding at the AGO Bistro last night.

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  29. GaryL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    excellent experience staff was especially nice and prompt

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  30. SherryE

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience3
    Excellent service! The dining choices are limited to 6 or 7 appetizers, mains, sides, etc. but all were excellent! The Wednesday 1/2 price wines and the prix fix dinner menu made for excellent value, combined with 10% off for members.

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  31. RoccaM

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service4Ambience4
    Food was delicious. Love the atmosphere at the Bistro. Thank you!

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  32. EP11

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    I thoroughly loved the prix fixe! Both the appetizer and main were beautifully presented. I plan to return many times.

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  33. AndrewM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We were in for our anniversary dinner and enjoyed our meal immensely. Menu Fixe is a good option and the choices were straightforward. Cheers!

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  34. OTdiner

    Toronto

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience5
    Reliable eatery for food and service after a visit to the AGO. Just discovered 1/2 off wine Wednesdays!

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  35. JanL

    Toronto

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We experienced attentive service. The level of chatter was quite ‘energetic’ causing some difficulties with hearing my companion. Our meal was elegantly presented and delicious.

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  36. MarchG

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience4
    The food was good, but eggs benny would be a great addition. I am in a wheel chair. The toilettes are too low, even in the disabled BR. And the ramp up to it BR was tight and steep. WHY???

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  37. MichaelH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    An excellent experience. Delicious food served by amazing staff.

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  38. JeannineR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    BEST $28 hamburger I have ever had! The service was also great. I plan to visit the AGO monthly so I WILL be back. Cheers, Jeannine

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  39. TaniaL

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 10, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience4
    Overall good local place with nice ambiance, good privacy, good food taste. Meal cost was high for what was received.

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  40. EileenG

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 4, 2023

    Overall4Food3Service5Ambience3
    A good meal. The service was good. Unfortunately, the food was promised at 6 pm and arrived about 8 p.m.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

AGO Bistro is rated 4.5 stars by 3540 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 19 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for AGO Bistro

317 Dundas Street West, Toronto, ON M5T

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    McCaul Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Financial District
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–5:00 pm Dinner Wed, Fri 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Contemporary American, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public Transit
    St. Patrick Subway Station on the University line. 2 blocks west of University on south side of Dundas Street (at the intersection of McCaul St. and Dundas).
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Renee Bellefeuille
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (416) 979-6688
  • Private party facilities
    Gallery-style rooms in a Frank Gehry-designed space hung with original artwork. Available for seated events up to 50 guests and receptions up to 80 guests.
  • Private party contact
    AGO Bistro - Events & Group Dining: (416) 979-6634
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