Award-winning

Chica

Name: Chica
Address: 75 Portland Street, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5V 2M9
Telephone: (416) 479-9779
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

318 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Spanish

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Chica is the sister restaurant of the renowned restaurant Patria. A casual, sophisticated, and upbeat venue, the menu is an eclectic mix of regional Spanish flavours offered in tapas-style. A cocktail list for any and every moment and a truly authentic Spanish wine list found nowhere else in the city.
Indulge in our unlimited tapas brunch with bottomless sangria every Sunday! Please note our patio is not covered-in the event of rain we will do our best to accommodate indoors but cannot guarantee due to limited space.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sept 22, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Spanish
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–1:00 am Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
(416) 479-9779
Website
http://www.barchicatoronto.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Kevin Le

Location
75 Portland Street, Toronto, ON M5V 2M9
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighbourhood
Entertainment District
Cross Street
King and Portland
Parking Details
Street Parking
Public Transit
King Street streetcar stops at Portland Street
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Brunch De Chica
$55.00 per person
Multiple dates available
We’re bringing you the best Sunday scene on King St. with our new endless tapas brunch. Indulge in unlimited small plates, like our signature Croquetas, Bikini sandwich, and Patatas Bravas, or some of our new items like the Empanadas andTorijas (Spanish style French toast). Pick your sangria flavour (red, white or sparkling - or sip on all three) and enjoy our 2-hour multi-tapas experience. Feliz Domingo! Unconsumed food or beverages will be charged, drinks are served one at a time per person.

Popular dishes

Aceitunas Marinadas$9.00
manzanilla olives, rosemary, orange
Pan y Mantequilla$7.00
sourdough bread, tomato butter
Chorizo de Bellota$14.00
acorn-fed iberian chorizo
Jamón Serrano$18.00
24 month salt-cured
Jamón Ibérico de Bellota$37.00
acorn-fed ham, toasted marcona almonds
12M D.O. Manchego$12.00
firm sheep's milk
Oveja con Trufa la Quesera$13.00
truffle, sheep's milk
D.O. Valdeón$11.00
blue, cow and goat's milk
Ensalada de Peras y Uvas$21.00
gem lettuce, bitter greens, pear, grape, roasted shallot vinaigrette, chestnut manchego
Tarta de Paté de Hígado$19.00
duck liver parfait, sherry gelée, shortbread tart
Vieiras Crudas$24.00
scallop, coconut leche de tigre, dill, serrano, melon
Atun Albacora Crudo$23.00
albacore tuna, buttermilk, paprika, orange, radish
Tartar de Carne$17.00
ramps, almonds, paprika, charred onion aioli, sourdough
Dátiles$16.00
serrano ham, manchego, guindillas, sherry reduction
Croquetas de Jamón con Trufas$14.00
ham, black truffle, manchego
Bikini$19.00
pullman loaf, manchego, smoked pork loin, truffle, piquillo, guindilla pepper
Calabaza Frita$16.00
tempura squash, pumpkin seed, yogurt, maple, sage
Patatas Bravas$12.00
duck fat potato pavé, parsley, tomato, black garlic, quail egg
Yema de Pato y Champiñones$22.00
king oyster, grilled maitaki, black trumpet conserva, duck egg yolk
Gambas$23.00
sofrito, manchego, breadcrumbs, toum, lemon
Fideuà con Calamar$21.00
fideo pasta, fennel sofrito, squid, chorizo, aioli
Pulpo a la Plancha$27.00
potato, toum, paprika, guindilla pepper
Bacalao$30.00
seafood escabeche, crispy jamón, garlic aioli
Hombro de Cordero$38.00
adobo lamb shoulder, lentils, tomato sofrito, mint mojo verde
Filete de Carne$34.00
ontario hanger steak, pickled shallot, pepper bernaise, blistered shishitos

What 318 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

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Old Toronto
Great for creative cocktails
Old Toronto
Neighbourhood gem

318 Reviews

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RyanF
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was incredible, will definitely be coming back. Service was amazing, drinks were amazing, food far exceeded all of our expectations. Highly recommend!
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Donnak62
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Daughters Bday brunch😁 Great good, sangria and service! Aaron and the rest of team made sure we knew what each item was, checking we had everything we needed to enjoy our brunch!
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George
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food. You can't choose anything wrong. It's all delicious
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Jake
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food4service2ambience5
Too small tapas. In Spain we get more patatas bravas, here just 2 for $14. Like potato is cheap come on. Bread and butter $9…
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Beanz
Calgary
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food5service2ambience3
Amazing food.. packed with flavour. Small portions but that is to be expected for tapas. Service was okay. Slow and forgotten drinks. Speaker on the patio was so loud that it was hard to hear the wait staff. I'd still go back again for the food. Really enjoyed the steak tartar.
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AndrewF
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Chica is absolutely brilliant! The food and service is always amazing. The design and atmosphere is beautiful, and the place is the perfect size for both the atmosphere and congenial cozy. Highly recommended!
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AneeshaP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great vibe, great service. Excellent place to go with friends
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MichaelC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
yum yum in my tum tum. the food was creative and delicious with a modern twist on some spanish favourites
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KurtK
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience3
Our server was great and treated us well. He was knowledgeable about our questions and made us great specialty cocktails off menu. The food was a let down however. We shared one appetizer and the seafood paella for 2, but we both left hungry. The Paella portions are definitely suited to a single serving, not nearly enough for 2 adults (who skimps on rice?). The app was similarly skimpy on portions/value for money. Would come back for a cocktails, but that's about it.
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JeffP
Toronto
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
We had a lovely evening. Our waiter was terrific and the service from the staff was very good. We sat on the patio on a beautiful late summer night. The music was a bit too loud in our opinion, but since we were on the patio and not inside, it was bearable. The food was good. Will certainly go back.
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papoDMZ
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food is excellent with great variety, and friendly service.
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Ottawafoodie
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Generally fantastic. Service was attentive but not intrusive. Food was interesting and well prepared. Drinks went really well with the menu. Noise level was maybe a little bit high for me, but it was appropriate to the atmosphere and experience they are offering.
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NicoleG
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely loved this place! We went for brunch and both the food and service were great!
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Monica
Toronto
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
We had the brunch here - most of the dishes included a piece of baguette, so a lot of carbs which make you full quicker. The menu is quite limited so not sure if it’s worth the cost given most items were very simple/full of bread. My favourite dishes were the French toast and croquettes. Everything else was okay for me. The service however is great and the food came out on good time.
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Dna50
Toronto
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was very personable, helpful and pleasant. Excellent knowledge of the menu and recommendations The shrimp scampi and croquettes were our favourites and we also enjoyed the scallops
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JAlie
Nashville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I've visited Chica for both Brunch and Dinner. They deliver consistent food quality, atmosphere, and client service. This place is worth a look when you're in the mood for Spanish tapas. I love that Chica is able to accommodate for reservation changes to make their clients happy! Brunch Review: $75 for all you can eat Spanish tapas, and coffee/tea/juice? I'm in! Most dishes offered on the Brunch menu have a carb component to it, which may fill you up quicker, but the carb pairing is necessary for the full tapas experience. The croquettas and Pancakes were ordered several times. This Brunch menu is a great time to try out the different meats and cheeses Spain is known for! Dinner Review: Get the sourdough bread with tomato butter to pair with the duck liver paté! There is a slight sweetness to the butter from the tomato. It doesn't taste tomatoes if that's a note of worry. The duck liver paté with sherry glaze pairs well with the tart taste of the sourdough bread. Patas Bravas is a classic. Chica does their own spin on this dish, which hits every time. The octopus is paired with crema and lemon potatoes. It's a well-balanced dish. One of my must haves. Pair the Flank steak and shoshito peppers with the roasted corn dish! The pairing gives you umami, freshness, sweetness, and a crave worthy char. The cod is for fish lovers! You get to taste the natural flavour of the fish alongside a stewed 'salsa'. The dish reminds me of Jamaican red snapper.
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AlexMeraz
Mexico City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had an incredible dining experience at this trendy Spanish restaurant! The ambience was perfect, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The tapas-style food was absolutely delicious, bursting with authentic flavors. The service was top-notch, attentive and friendly. What truly impressed me were the amazing drinks, which added an extra layer of enjoyment to the evening. A must-visit spot for a fantastic culinary journey!
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Vicky
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Literally the best food I’ve had in a very long time, everything was a hit from start to finish and I must say - has to be the best cocktails in the city! Server was fantastic and definitely look forward to going back.
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SaraiC
San Francisco
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience3
The food portions were extremely ridiculous, and the prices as well. As a Spaniard it was a very disappointing experience!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never a dull moment when you dine in at chica, we went for the experience brunch coupled it with some house recommended cocktails and everything was delicious
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AnitaM
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Food was excellent! Ambiance was really nice. Service was good. Sunday brunch is a must try, come hungry!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Brunch experience is great! There’s a great selection of pinchos and tapas and everything was delicious
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AlexT
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best diners we’ve had in Toronto, would recommend
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JaniceH
Toronto
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I absolutely love Chica, it’s one of my favourite go-to spots (date night or with friends). Delicious quality small tapas and friendly staff! Love their cocktails as well.
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PAulM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Pricey but great experience.
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lisar
Toronto
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
So delicous Cocktails were great! Seasonal specials were amazing. The toasted corn yum The zucchini flowers I will dream about. The room was a little dark for me, but could just be personal preference. I will be back
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Sunday menu doesn’t make sense. Almost all appetizers were on a slice of baguette, not much varieties.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
My wife and I got a really good wine and the croquetas were amazing, we ordered two times!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience3
Was a nice place and service was great. Having just visited Spain the food was good however a bit pricy.
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PaulaB
Toronto
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2023
overall3food4service1ambience2
Rude and condescending service. Food great but would not return due to the service.
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KamilaS
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience3
It’s more of a bar restaurant. Took my boyfriend for our anniversary and the seating felt very cramped. Our booth faced the rest of the restaurant so it didn’t feel very private and there were people walking in front of us constantly. The portions were pretty small but the food was good. The music was a bit too loud, I’d have to sometimes yell to speak to my partner who was sitting just next to me. They do offer free dessert for anniversaries and birthdays which is nice. Overall, I would really only recommend to take a few friends here for drinks and snacks but not for an intimate two person dinner.
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shanek
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing restaurant with great staff and excellent food
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carl
Toronto
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
DELICIOUS FOOD AND COCKTAILS! SUPER ACCOMMODATING WITH ALLERGIES! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
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GeorgeK
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hip spot with substance. Outstanding tapas with many unusual choices. Fabulous craft cocktails. Great wine list. Outstanding service. Bartender was especially exceptional.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful experience at Chica. The food was all tapas and shareable style and my group enjoyed it! Every dish had tons of flavour and I especially loved the lamb. I’d definitely come back!
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Deborah
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Chica is one of my favourite venues in Toronto. The ambiance is superbl, the food and wine are extraordinary, and it is clear that every aspect of the restaurant have been well thought out and executed. The servers are exemplary.
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Sara
Toronto
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love everything about this restaurant. The service, food and ambiance is phenomenal. Have gone back on several occasions and highly recommend!
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Joyce
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everytime I come to chica, I just have the best experience. Whether its the food or the servers, this place hits the foodie spot! Our server tonight was lovely. I forgot her name, but she had tattoos & her “mini me” was also super friendly! We had the best time with both of them being so attentive! Will definitely come back again!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
The food is very little and the online menu and dine in menu is so different and the server was lying about the price difference because online is one pics but how could if one pic beef tart tart is 5 dollar and 2 pieces is 14 dollars?
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JohnH
Edmonton
20 reviews
vip
3.0
20 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience2
Kitchen was unable to keep up with orders and we had to wait more than 20 minutes for the next order to come through. Tapas are too focused on a piece of bread and need a bit more differentiation.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available

FAQs

Chica is rated 4.5 stars by 318 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

Sept 22, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

75 Portland Street, Toronto, ON M5V 2M9

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
King and Portland
Neighbourhood
Entertainment District
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–1:00 am Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am
Cuisines
Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Street Parking
Public Transit
King Street streetcar stops at Portland Street
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Kevin Le
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.barchicatoronto.com/
Phone number
(416) 479-9779

Featured in

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Chica

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Dining areas

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The Best Places to Grab a Drink in Toronto

Brunch De Chica

Croqueta

Tartar de Carne

Patatas Bravas

Main

Aceitunas Marinadas$9.00

Pan y Mantequilla$7.00

Chorizo de Bellota$14.00

Jamón Serrano$18.00

Jamón Ibérico de Bellota$37.00

12M D.O. Manchego$12.00

Oveja con Trufa la Quesera$13.00

D.O. Valdeón$11.00

Ensalada de Peras y Uvas$21.00

Tarta de Paté de Hígado$19.00

Vieiras Crudas$24.00

Atun Albacora Crudo$23.00

Tartar de Carne$17.00

Dátiles$16.00

Croquetas de Jamón con Trufas$14.00

Bikini$19.00

Calabaza Frita$16.00

Patatas Bravas$12.00

Yema de Pato y Champiñones$22.00

Gambas$23.00

Fideuà con Calamar$21.00

Pulpo a la Plancha$27.00

Bacalao$30.00

Hombro de Cordero$38.00

Filete de Carne$34.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

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FAQs

How is Chica restaurant rated?

Is Chica currently accepting bookings?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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