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Aloette, Toronto, ON

Aloette

4.7
4.7
134 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Bistro
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Hot spot
Opened in 2017. Michelin Recommended since 2022.

We first imagined Aloette to be the perfect diner that we’d want to dine in – a menu with a great cheeseburger paired with a fantastic and fun wine list, a long row of bar stools facing the bar and the kitchen, and an energetic atmosphere accented with an old school hip hop playlist. The buzz of the dining room mirrors the energy of the street on Spadina Avenue; the dining room itself mimics a train’s dining car. It’s a bistro-meets-diner-meets-internationally-inspired menu which is also representative of the diverse culture in Toronto. Our service team is upbeat and genuine but also deeply knowledgeable about the menu and offerings.

Brunch at Aloette was something we said we’d never do. But the city kept asking and we’re glad to be a new staple in the Queen West neighbourhood for mimosas, chicken and waffles, and piping hot coffees.

We hope you love our little diner as much as we and our team do.

Patrick Kriss & Zane Pearl

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 47 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Contemporary American, Canadian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:30 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 260-3444
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Patrick Kriss
  • Private party facilities
    Aloette is available for private buyouts of our entire dining room.
  • Private party contact
    our Team: (416) 260-3444
  • Neighbourhood
    Entertainment District
  • Cross Street
    Southeast corner of Queen St and Spadina Ave
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Public Transit
    Osgoode Subway Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 134 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Bistro

134 Reviews
  1. Mahsa

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We didn’t know what to expect when we chose to eat here but we were totally surprised by the taste of the food.

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  2. Phillip

    New York City

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing from start to finish! From the drinks, consistent service, to the spectacular food, Aloette didn’t miss a beat. I highly recommend this spot!

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  3. Farhad

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect food and worth the price. The desert menu and quality can use some upgrade. Service was great just got a couple of dirty cloths when the table was refreshed for desert. Overall highly recommended.

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  4. marilyn

    Toronto

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    On the street patio. Lots to see with the constant passing parade. Wonderful food as always. Melon salad, fried chicken, sous vide lamb skewer, and unordered fries each presented separately. Very good wine list. Attentive waiter and terrific serving staff. A communication error resulted in fries rather than shrimp and grits but they were great.

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  5. Galina

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional cuisine and service, delicious, noice is a little loud

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  6. felix

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waitress was extremely nice and helpful! She made our lunch enjoyable
    AloetteResponded on September 1, 2024
    Hello Felix, Thank your sharing you feedback, it was a pleasure having you! We look forward to welcoming you back very soon. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  7. Colton

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first experience at Aloette was amazing! The food the music the staff and vibe of the space was everything you could ask for in a restaurant. I would high recommend it for a date because of its fun upbeat but intimate atmosphere.
    AloetteResponded on August 31, 2024
    Hello Colton, thank you for taking the time to share your visit. We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your first Aloette experience and we truly look forward to hosting you again. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  8. Sarah

    Bath

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a perfect experience, staff was friendly and professional, excellent recommendations for food a great setting for a romantic dinner
    AloetteResponded on August 28, 2024
    Hello Sarah, thank you for choosing to celebrate your anniversary with us! We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your dining experience and we appreciate you taking the time to share your visit. We hope to welcome you back very soon. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  9. Max

    Toronto

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    i have been to Aloette more times than i can count. I have always been a fan of the value for money offered by the restaurant . Yesterday experience was quite disappointing at the food level. The notorious Aloette fried chicken was way too salty and over cooked. The saltiness and bitterness of the chicken overpowered everything else. We also ordered the shrimp and grit which wasn’t bad but not at Aloette standards. Smoked ham and aged cheddar flavors were taking over. The shrimps were mixed with the grit so it was honestly hard to distinguish their presence. Overall, it might have been a bold dish but without the clean and balanced flavors expected from that establishment. i ll come back. It was my first time ever being disappointed by Aloette food.
    AloetteResponded on August 25, 2024
    Hello Max, thank you for taking the time to offer your feedback, we appreciate it. We take pride in our food and are disappointed to hear your experience did not live up to your expectations. Everything you have made note of, we have taken into consideration. We hope you will consider us in the future. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  10. Jeff

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was one of the best meals we have ever had. Towering Lemon meringue pie is a perfect end to the meal.
    AloetteResponded on August 25, 2024
    Hello Jeff, we are so pleased to hear that you had a great experience. Thank you for taking the time to share your visit and we truly look forward to having you back! Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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FAQs

Aloette is rated 4.7 stars by 134 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 47 times today
Google Map for Aloette

163 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5V 2L6

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Southeast corner of Queen St and Spadina Ave
  • Neighbourhood
    Entertainment District
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:30 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Contemporary American, Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Public Transit
    Osgoode Subway Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Patrick Kriss
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (416) 260-3444
  • Private party facilities
    Aloette is available for private buyouts of our entire dining room.
  • Private party contact
    our Team: (416) 260-3444
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