Award-winning

Bar Isabel

Name: Bar Isabel
Address: 797 College St, Toronto, ON, Canada, M6G 1C7
Telephone: (416) 532-2222
Price range: CAN$51 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1612 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Spanish

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Bar Isabel accepts reservations for parties of up to 8 guests.
Enjoy an intimate dining experience at Bar Isabel - a cozy restaurant nestled between Toronto's little Italy and little Portugal, where creative Spanish-inspired small plate dishes are served alongside cocktails and an extensive Iberian focused wine list. The restaurant's elegant interior boasts an intriguing blend of soft lighting, curved walls and a beautiful mosaic tile floor.
Managed under the guidance of Maitre d' and Partner Alessandro Pietropaolo, Bar Isabel's menu includes a diverse mix of pintxos, conservas, seafood and meat dishes. Diners rave about the grilled octopus, the bone marrow and the ceviche. For dessert, the Basque cake and sherry cream is a must-try. Bar Isabel is open 5-11pm Sunday through Friday, and 3-11pm Saturday. Accolades include listings in the Michelin Guide, Canada's top 100, and 2013 awarded the best new restaurant in Canada by Enroute Magazine.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 6, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 84 times today

Experiences are available.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Spanish, Regional Spanish (Basque), Catalan
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 532-2222
Website
http://barisabel.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Grant van Gameren
Catering
We do not offer catering.
Private party facilities
We do not have an event space.

Location
797 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1C7
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighbourhood
Little Italy / College St.
Cross Street
Ossington or Shaw
Parking Details
Parking is extremely limited at the moment due to the CafeTO patios.
Public Transit
Ossington Bus, College Streetcar.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

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Experiences

NYE 2023 with Bar Isabel
Dec 31, 2023 only
Join Bar Isabel for New Year's Eve 2023! We will be offering our regular a la carte menu, as well as features from our library of dishes and wine cellar. Or put yourselves in our hands and try our tasting menu! Please note all of our reservation times are 2 hour time slots. If you would like to stay for the midnight countdown, please book a time slot after 9:30. We are looking forward to celebrating with you again!

Popular dishes

What 1,612 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

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1,612 Reviews

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PhilC
Toronto
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience4
Wonderful! Our first experience in a “proper” Spanish joint. Wonderful and knowledgeable staff, great food and no patronizing bs.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was fantastic, food was outstanding! We'll be back
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MiguelG
Exclusive
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bar seats are a vibe , you’re in good hands with joe
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Cherry
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our experience at Bar Isabel was a 10 out of 10! We did the tasting menu and were not disappointed with anything brought to our table. My only complaint would be that the lights are so dim in this restaurant that we had to use our phone flash lights to read the menu.
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VeeR
Toronto
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was perfect and so was service. No complaints!
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AnnaB
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I sent my daughter and her husband for a birthday dinner and they raved about the food, and in particular, the amazing service.
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PriyaShah
Toronto
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As per always had a wonderful meal. Everything was cooked perfectly.
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MrPinkk
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding vibe, food service. This place hits homeruns every single time. Food is 10/10 sobrasada foie Gras is a fave. Love this place. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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CharbelM
Toronto
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
I recommend this place for some drinks, gatherings and cool experiences.
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AndrewM
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food, service and overall experience. Would go back in a heartbeat.
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brittneyb
Toronto
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
SOOOOO GOOD the food is amazing and service is always on the ball
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was my first time here and it was absolutely fantastic. The service was impeccable and whilst some things on the menu weren’t cheap, when you take into account the quality of the food and how it was prepared you could argue that the prices are actually quite reasonable. Perfect spot for a date (probably not the first, but maybe the 3rd or 5th etc. lads) Will 100% be returning
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good food and ambience. On pricey side, would go again for special occasions
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always the best meal and best service. Happy 10 year anniversary!!!
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JulieM
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice food and cocktails, the beef was next level! Will come back
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MattS
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service, attention to detail and food are outstanding. You won’t be disappointed!
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OpenTable Diner
Montreal
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall3food5service3ambience5
Amazing kitchen Excellent Barman Service was just ok,
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Kate
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
The tasting menu was great and very fairly priced. Love that they include gratuity for you. Wine list has tons of options and price points.
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OpenTable Diner
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best!!!! The service team is knowledgeable, warm, and on it! Saw my note to put a lil bday candle in the dessert :) vibes are immaculate, every dish incredible, loved the cocktails. My boyfriend has been living here for about a year and this has been his favourite dining experience in the city. Thank you for helping to make his birthday so special and being a part of a really great memory for us <3
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SalmaH
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
I have just returned from a month-long stay in Spain. Most of the menu items we had were like they were in Spain. The two stand-outs were octopus and the green peppers.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great staff, amazing food, and would return a million times over!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Terrific. Kind staff. I ordered a drink to toast the bride, my daughter, but didn’t drink it. ( I took one sip- it was delicious). I can’t drink alcohol for medical reasons. The manager removed the cost of the drink when she saw a full glass and I explained. . Absolutely unnecessary and totally gracious. The dress shopping crew were touched as well. You are in all our good books! And the food was delicious.
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Alex
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great experience at Bar Isabel. Cocktails were delicious, food never disappoints. Definitely try the bone marrow and the pork with chorizo spice! And you have to get the basque cake to end it off :)
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VanessaMcEatsToronto121
Toronto
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful dinner, Bar Isabel never disappoints. Everything was amazing !! We will be back soon.
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RhondaC
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and wine list. We had the tasting menu and it was well worth it.
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Shantel
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to try delicious food and sumptuous drinks.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Meal and experience was as close to perfect as you can get.
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Rusty
New York Area
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food very helpful server. Will go again. Dietary restrictions well responded to.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Delicious. I am Spanish and I enjoyed every single plate. The staff was amazing as well.
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Julie
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and very attentive service. And we had such a good table to really take in the restaurant.
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JorgeM
Yucatán
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What an amazing restaurant… the ambiance was awesome the food was divine and the drinks perfect.
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Mandie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As I stepped into the restaurant I felt transported to Spain. I was so appreciative of the staff’s kindness and guidance navigating the menu — The food was absolutely delicious!
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RowlandH
Toronto
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ordered multiple tapas plates and reorder many of them because they were soo good. Great wine recommendation. These folks know what they are doing. A great night.
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bmarkham
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
By far my favorite restaurant in Toronto! Always the first stop on my list.
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OphelieC
Toronto
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My favorite place to go celebrate in Toronto. Best croquetas ever. Had the Spanish wine Le Naturel. Really delicious !
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Jacquelinem6
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
First time here after hearing great things! Wasn’t bad but didn’t blow my mind. Would come here again for a birthday or to have drinks. Octopus was ok, didn’t really see the hype. The steak and mushrooms were delicious.
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SamB
Toronto
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent, compact menu. Exceptional food and service. Sommelier’s wine pick was perfect. We’ll be back.
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AntonioZ
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Visited for my birthday and it was the best part of my day!
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KevinG
Montreal
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Second time there, and again one of the best meals of life. Great staff, great food. put cost aside and treat yourself
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Easterneater
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Warm welcome, knowledgeable servers, great food - we celebrated a family birthday & this was a very memorable meal for all the right reasons
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FAQs

Bar Isabel is rated 4.8 stars by 1612 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 6, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 84 times today

Experiences are available.

797 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1C7

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
Ossington or Shaw
Neighbourhood
Little Italy / College St.
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Spanish, Regional Spanish (Basque), Catalan
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Parking is extremely limited at the moment due to the CafeTO patios.
Public Transit
Ossington Bus, College Streetcar.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Grant van Gameren
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

Website
http://barisabel.com/
Phone number
(416) 532-2222
Catering
We do not offer catering.
Private party facilities
We do not have an event space.

Bar Isabel

Make a reservation

Additional information

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Experiences

NYE 2023 with Bar Isabel

Popular dishes

Roast Veal Bone Marrow

Pork Secreto w Chorizo Spice

Shishito Peppers

Menu

What 1,612 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

How is Bar Isabel restaurant rated?

Is Bar Isabel currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information

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