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World renowned cocktail bar. - BarChef, Toronto, ON

BarChef

4.7
4.7
299 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Cocktail Bar
Globally celebrated mixologist and best-selling author, Frankie Solarik, opened up BarChef in 2008 with the intention of having the world’s most progressive cocktail program. Utilizing modern culinary techniques and a Chef’s philosophy, BarChef's modernist cocktails are multi-sensorial, highlighting tactile elements, aromatics, viscosity, and edible pairings. These efforts have granted incredible accolades such as being on the Condé Nast Traveller Magazine Gold List for both 2018 and 2020 as one of the top cocktail bars in the world. BarChef has also been highlighted in numerous publications such as: The New York Times, Vogue, Thrillist, Forbes, National Geographic, CBC, GQ, and many more. Enjoy!

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 31 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    Cocktail Bar, Lounge

  • Hours of Operation

    Daily 5:00 pm–2:00 am

  • Phone number

    (416) 868-4800

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Lionel Duke

  • Catering

    Treat your guests to the world renowned BarChef multi-sensory cocktail experience at your next event. Providing you with customized cocktails, bespoke ornate bar design and luxury service, we create experiences your guests will never forget.

  • Private party facilities

    BarChef is available for private hire for events of up to 100 guests - serving as the perfect setting for corporate functions, holiday parties, product launches, team-building events, and birthday celebrations.

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What 299 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Cocktail Bar

  • Toronto

    Great for creative cocktails

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  1. FrancisL

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very memorable cocktail experience! Thanks to the great staff!
  2. RachelN

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrating a b day, Great food, great atmosphere, drinks are amazing never disappoint, tye staff very knowledgeable and explain every drink perfectly Ty
  3. FishandChips709

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    excellent experience overall. The service from the bar team was great, they were very passionate and i have to say all the drinks came out perfect. Big shout out to the service team who delivered and explained every detail of the cocktail, which was very impressive. They guided us through the experience, instructing us where to start and how to properly enjoy the cocktail. Great team there, looking forward to my next visit.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I was with my friends, I wanted to show them a good place with a cool serving of cocktails, everything was great, my friends were very surprised by the beautiful serving of cocktails.

    BarChefResponded 2 days agoThank you so much! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience here at BarChef! Cheers,

  5. EmmaL

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The atmosphere, the drinks, the staff, the food, everything was amazing. Can’t wait to come back again.

    BarChefResponded 4 days agoThank you so much for the generous review Emma! We can't wait to have you back as well. Cheers!

  6. ND2020

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    It was quite over rated. Cocktails: presentations were nice but the flavors were just ok, not worth the price. Food: ok, the Japanese fried chicken was a little sweet. Service: rather pushy, giving the impression that they just focused on throughput. Also, they didn’t accept our open table voucher. Overall, we think it was underwhelming.

    BarChefResponded 4 days agoHi there, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We're very sorry to hear that you didn't find value in your most recent visit and will address your concerns with our team. Have a great day!

  7. TaylorD

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A lovely experience overall! The ambiance is unmatched. The drinks were to die to die for!

    BarChefResponded 4 days agoThank you so much for the kind words Taylor! It's great to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back at the bar in the near future. Cheers!

  8. SheIsVinni

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I brought my boyfriend out to celebrate his birthday last night.The menu was well explained, and drinks were recommended. We were pleased. To end the night, we enjoyed the most delicious mixtures. Thank you to the staff for an incredible drinking experience.

    BarChefResponded on March 14, 2023We're glad to hear that you came to celebrate your boyfriend's birthday. It sounds like you had a great experience! We'll be sure to let the team know! Thank you again for the generous review and we're looking forward to welcoming you back at the bar in the near future.

  9. zubin

    Tucson

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    came to Toronto and wanted to visit bar chef. Amav was wonderful and very helpful. His recommendations and referral to your sister restaurant was very appreciated. I will recommend Amav and his service to others.

    BarChefResponded on March 14, 2023Thank you so much for the kind review. We're glad that you enjoyed our hospitality at BarChef!

  10. AlexandraS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great experience. I think cocktails from the bar are best.

    BarChefResponded on March 6, 2023Thank you so much for the kind review Alexandra!

  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our experience from pre arrival to walking in the door was incredible. Our hostess Jules was so helpful when I had a question about my reservation and she greeted me upon my arrival. Just wow. Then our server, Annabelle, who just started a week prior served us with a depth of knowledge and amiability that was off the charts. She made us so comfortable with the menu and helped make the experience of these expertly crafted cocktail beyond anything we have ever had. Barchef is approachable as long as you come with an open mind and a sense of adventure. You can not go wrong. This is a MUST when in Toronto!

    BarChefResponded on March 6, 2023Thank you so much for the generous and detailed review! Jules is an integral member of our team and we're glad that you enjoyed her warm welcome. We're also glad to hear that Annabelle was able to guide you in the right direction when it came to ordering your cocktails! We look forward to welcoming you back at the bar in the near future. Have a great day!

  12. SP711888

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    AMAZING! Absolutely amazing!! Lived up to my expectations and beyond! A must visit when you are in Toronto! Excellent service, incredible drinks, great vibe!

    BarChefResponded on March 14, 2023Thank you so much for the kind words!

  13. Gryphon

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience5
    No matter how spectacular the drinks, they shouldn't take 45 min for the first drink to be served. We didn't even order off the modernist menu, Trey was very friendly.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    The only negative I have is that the table that we were at was just a little bit too dark love the ambience, but it was really difficult to see our amazing drinks

    BarChefResponded on March 6, 2023Thank you so much for the generous review!

  15. Blake

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience2
    Drinks are tasty & lavishly conceived. Service is slow, to the point where we were only able to have 4 drinks each with in the 2 hours allocated for the reservation. Once we were twenty minutes from the end of our reservation window & staff wanted us to pay the tab, only then did our party receive attention. Overall, BarChef is an experience that I would not voluntarily subject myself to again.
  16. LaurenW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The 4 of us each enjoyed one of their sensory cocktails! All of them were amazing, with such fabulous presentations. We also sampled the Absinthe which we enjoyed. I will definitely be back to try more fun cocktails here!

    BarChefResponded on March 6, 2023Thank you so much for the kind words Lauren! We're glad that you enjoyed the modernist cocktails as well as our absinthe service! We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Have a great day!

  17. Nina

    Toronto

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Service was good but unsure if the Modern Series drinks were worth the price. I expected a lot more complexity. I enjoyed the other cocktails more. Also we were sat near the door and it was so cold - no protection from the draft. Wish the servers made more of an effort to keep the door/curtain closed.

    BarChefResponded on March 6, 2023Thank you for the kind and constructive review. We've taken your feedback seriously and will be working on ensuring that the issues mentioned are fixed. Have a great day!

  18. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service. Took great care to ensure our experience was a great one

    BarChefResponded on March 6, 2023Thank you so much for the kind review!

  19. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall2food4service4ambience3
    Came here for drinks after dinner with my partner. Really enjoyed the drinks but the music was so loud that we couldn’t hear each other over the table. Another couple chatted with us at the table next to us and when we got home i found out that my partner didn’t hear a word the woman said! Ambience was off since we couldn’t talk at all so we didn’t feel inclined to stay or experience more drinks. We had two of the modernist cocktails and two of the overture cocktails—both were great but we don’t see ourselves coming back because it’s just too loud. There was a group of patrons yelling in the corner and another near the bar, which also offput the ambiance.
  20. Jevons

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Our server was knowledgeable and helpful to choose what drinks are good
  21. JasonT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very interesting experience and delicious drinks. :)
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Long time patron for their exquisite cocktail selection- can’t rave about the bar menu enough. Also loved the new expanded food menu. The ONLY qualm we had was the horrific selection of music…ranged from Buddha bar lounge to 2000’s rap. Really should have a soundtrack that complements the beautiful bar and dining area- such a vibe and mystique; best bar atmosphere I’ve seen in Toronto. Every other aspect is perfection, but please change the music!
  23. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This speakeasy style bar is now at the top of my favorite personal bar list ! The modernist series is out of this world, i would recommend Coffee and Sesame if you only want to try one.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great cocktails, atmosphere was great. Our server Megan was very helpful and attentive!
  25. MartinA

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The coffee mouse was delicious. Great experience if you want to try elevated cocktails and play around with different notes
  26. Arifood

    Toronto

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    As always a nice place to visit.
  27. DeepakD

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Anniversary
  28. DenisL

    Ottawa

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience and the staff was amazing
  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Drinks were excellent,great experience and everyone enjoyed it. Suggest menu for non alcoholic drinks.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The table was for 6 people but we literally had to squeeze it in. They had another table right across us , much bigger but only seated with 4 people
  31. KirstinS

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience4
    So much fun, an awesome experience if you are interested in mixology or enjoy a delicious cocktail. We started with the “Overture” series and worked our way through to the “Modernist” series which are the elaborately presented cocktails. Knowledgeable and pleasant staff, very cool atmosphere but also very dark (some people used their cell flashlights to read the menu). We ordered the shrimp tacos that were covered in cilantro which we did not particularly enjoy, the waitress did offer to bring new tacos without cilantro which was nice. Japanese fried chicken was delicious and so were all our drinks. We will definitely be going back!
  32. Miguel

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cool drinks. Nice vibe. Good date night spot.
  33. BrianR

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience. Great drinks and atmosphere. Trey (manager) and server was fantastic. Thank you!!
  34. NixS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing place and our bartender, Caleb, was so patient and thorough. Great spot for a special occasion celebration and the complimentary cocktail was a nice touch to honour our anniversary.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great way to end the night after having dinner downtown. Our server Cindy was extremely informative and had great drink suggestions. She took us through the elaborate menu and made sure to tailor fit the drinks to our palettes. Cheers!

    BarChefResponded on January 31, 2023We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your service from Cindy! She's an integral part of our team and it's great to hear that you think so too. Have a great day!

  36. LucL

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food3service4ambience3
    The experience of those modernist cocktails is worth the stop! What an amazing experience!
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The drinks were amazing and the staff were very helpful especially if you don’t drink often.

    BarChefResponded on January 31, 2023Thank you so much!

  38. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful from start to finish, with knowledgeable, attentive servers, incredible drinks and a fun ambience.
  39. Denise

    Toronto

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a special night out.

    BarChefResponded on January 31, 2023That means a lot Denise! Thank you so much for the kind words. Cheers,

  40. UrbanSuburbanite

    Toronto

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Beautiful, dark place to have an intimate meal and drinks with friends & loved ones. Excellent recommendations from the staff. A truly memorable meal!

    BarChefResponded on January 31, 2023Thank you so much for the generous review and kind words. We're glad that you had a great experience and apologize for the long billing process! We will be sure to improve on that aspect right away and look forward to welcoming you back at the bar in the near future. Have a great day!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

BarChef is rated 4.7 stars by 299 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 31 times today
Google Map for BarChef

472 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2B2

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood

    Queen West

  • Hours of Operation

    Daily 5:00 pm–2:00 am

  • Cuisines

    Cocktail Bar, Lounge

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Executive Chef

    Lionel Duke

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar

  • Phone number

    (416) 868-4800

  • Catering

    Treat your guests to the world renowned BarChef multi-sensory cocktail experience at your next event. Providing you with customized cocktails, bespoke ornate bar design and luxury service, we create experiences your guests will never forget.

  • Private party facilities

    BarChef is available for private hire for events of up to 100 guests - serving as the perfect setting for corporate functions, holiday parties, product launches, team-building events, and birthday celebrations.

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