Daphne

Name: Daphne
Address: 67 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5H 1Z5
Telephone: (416) 203-1414
Price range: CAN$51 and over
Rating: 4.4

4.4

290 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

American

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Daphne is a modern American style restaurant, lounge, and garden terrace in the heart of Toronto's Financial District. Daphne offers American cuisine with a contemporary twist, skillfully curated by Executive Chef John Chee. The menu showcases seasonal American classics, complemented by an array of small bites, handcrafted cocktails, and an extensive wine list, all presented within an elegant and modern ambiance. At the heart of the culinary offerings are two authentic wood-fired grills, infusing a distinct flavor into each dish. Locally sourced ingredients, along with local and imported seafood, are expertly grilled over live coals, ensuring a tantalizing dining experience. Each dish is thoughtfully enhanced with the addition of seasonal produce, while the bakery crafts artisanal breads by hand.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2023

7:30 p.m.

Booked 122 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar, Steak
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 11:30 am–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 203-1414
Website
http://www.daphnetoronto.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
John Chee

Location
67 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5H 1Z5
Neighbourhood
Financial District
Cross Street
On Richmond St West just West of Bay St.
Parking Details
Public Lot
Public Transit
Osgoode Station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 290 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.7Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Old Toronto
Best Ambience
Old Toronto
Great for outdoor dining
Old Toronto
Most Booked
Old Toronto
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

290 Reviews

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Foodie
Toronto
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food2service5ambience3
Outstanding server. room was WAY TOO LOUD could barely hear ourselves speak. Space is lovely, well designed. Food was average tasting, nothing special and pretty pricey but that comes with location.
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McDoux
Toronto
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Very enjoyable brunch on Sunday. We will certainly return to try dinner.
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KristineL
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful space and our Brunch was quite good. Our server was attentive and friendly.
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StaceyH
Toronto
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We felt like we had walked into NYC when we entered the space. The atmosphere was amazing and the service was excellent. The seating was comfortable and elegant and felt so easy vs sitting at a standard table with chairs. The space was designed and executed so well and the open kitchen, watching the inner workings and skilled staff was an experience. Thank you for a wonderful evening!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience5
Great evening! I had called earlier in the day to advise I would be running late. They made a note of it. An hour before my reservation, I got a call from the hostess inquiring if I am still going to make my reservation, I confirmed again and mentioned traffic delay so would be running 20 minutes late. I was informed another party was coming in at 8:15 pm so if I wanted to maybe go somewhere else for dinner. I told them I would still be coming. From my arrival, it was mentioned an additional 3 times by the hostess at the front about the cut off time. I was put off at this point. Our waiter and the drink staff were fantastic! Initially we were rushing to finish our meal. Our waiter kindly told us we did not need to rush. We finished around 9:00 pm and Stayed to take some selfies and grab a cocktail at the back. Our table was still empty when we left the restaurant. I can understand being given a friendly reminder once, even twice. But the 4th reminder really put me off! Great restaurant! Great vibe and ambiance! GREAT VALUE!
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DerekF
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and service and ambiance were great. Prices are at a price point where i wouldnt visit regularly but instead for an occassion. Would recommend to friends.
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MichaelM
Toronto
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Been here a few times and we always have a great time. Our server was excellent.
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MaureenB
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience4
Very good restaurant but a-bit crowded. Be sure to bumped into someone or waitress/waiter
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Kassy
Toronto
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous dinner & wine! Best mussels I’ve ever had!
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TheresaT
Toronto
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall2food4service3ambience4
For the price I would expect service at the entrance. Stood there for 10 minutes and then finally found my own party. No one ever asked about my coat when I arrived. We were asked to leave as our table was out of time. But no warning of that. In fact the waiter took my order for tea but didn’t give us enough time to drink it. The quality didn’t live up to the price. Wouldn’t go back.
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Victoria
Toronto
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience5
Good for dinner but limited items that are suitable for a health lunch.
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TS
TorontoSC
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great experience at Daphnes (Wednesday night). It was busy, energetic but the service was smooth and we didnt find ourselves waiting too long for drinks or food. It was loud but definitely enjoyable for a social night. Wouldnt necessarily book for a business meeting.
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drew
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Food and service were outstanding! However it was too loud in the restaurant. Cloth tablecloths or felt material under the table could help absorb the sound.
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ShenesaS
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience5
Amazing food. Our server jennifer was fantastic, will definitely be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
The food was delicious, friendly service and cool vibes! The brunch was awesome!
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ChrisG
Toronto
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
An absolutely stunning restaurant. I will go back although the food was not great. My scrambled eggs were over cooked, the hash browns they raved about were terrible, soggy and lacked salt, the coffee was bad, but the ambience and service were impeccable. This restaurant has so much potential, I hope they change the menu to make the food match the beauty of the building.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience5
Overall the experience was decent. The food was good. Service needs improvement. Ambience is good.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
This is literally the worst way to try to spend your Saturday night, even with a reservation they only allocate you 1 hour to eat. So you are paying a premium for speed eating mediocre food surrounded by interior design lifted from a bad 90’s movie. Enjoy!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
All good - except the arrival - waited for a while to be seated / greeted. Felt unwelcome at first until arrived at table. After that everything was exceptional.
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MariaS
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience5
Cauliflower was a little raw. Service needs to be elevated (this might be a Toronto thing) places like New York Miami far exceeded us .. Went to Sofias for pre drinks same thing there. Decor is top notch!
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FaisalS
Toronto
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I went to Daphne for the first time last night for a business dinner. The place was very energetic and it's definitely the "it spot" right now. Service was friendly and quick and I had the salmon which was well prepared and tasty. Good portion too. You'll like it.
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Doraemi
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Had a wonderful time at Daphne. The food and the service were excellent. However, it would be nice to have a bigger dining space.
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Kaye
Toronto
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall3food3service1ambience3
Ambience was okay. The bar was understated. The service was poor. Offered one drink and then never came back. We would have likely ordered more but couldn’t get her to come back. Had to be reminded once about a glass of wine. Apps were fair, oysters were okay but she was not sure where they were from and so we ordered anyways and didn’t end up liking one of the pairings. Bone marrow - lacked marrow Pasta was good but very spicy. Overall not a great experience. Service was very poor and while I am happy to pay for a quality meal this one was sub par and disappointing for the hours drive to come here.
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KateG
Toronto
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Beautiful restaurant. Lovely design and decor! Cocktails were excellent but entrees were inconsistent. Pizza was average. Ham was excellent.
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Kickaxer
Toronto
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Overall, the design, decor, service and food were excellent.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was fantastic from well versed, very knowledgeable staff, we all left very happy.
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LikestoEat
Toronto
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
When selling oysters for $27 per half dozen, you should know where they’re from and be able to tell your guests the same.
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Ilovefood
Toronto
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Second time at Daphne. Love the cocktails and even the mocktails. Haven’t had a bad drink there. The ambiance is one of the best in the city. I love the look and feel of this restaurant. The food is also really good. We ordered the east coast lobsters, bread, branzino, haricots, truffle baked potato and coconut cream pie. All was delicious but the haricots stole the show for me! I don’t even like green beans but these are to die for!!! The beans themselves were crisp and the sauce was delicious. Fish was cooked to perfection.
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MariaG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Great style of decor, nice layout. Very romantic and cozy. Food and service was good, but not at the level where it should be
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kevliu
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing and the service to match it. Def going back. Thanks for the great experience
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
6 reviews
vip
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall3food1service5ambience5
The service is amazing, the servers are so nice and the waiter that attended to us was amazing, the ambience is beautiful as well. However the food can be better, the presentation is pretty but the taste doesn’t meet up to standard, I tried to give it a second chance, I tried dinner a couple weeks ago and was disappointed, and the brunch disappointed again taste wise. French toast is amazing however.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Lovely and delightful, my guest enjoyed their time
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The servers are very friendly and the interior is beautiful!
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TerriM
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great. Service was great. Pricey. Could tone down the background music. Drowns out conversations
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Tron
Toronto
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome first experience! the design is so tasteful and comfortable.
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OpenTable Diner
London
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Great ambience and amazing food! Hope this remains the same!
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Desielement
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The evening was wonderful - I was there with international clients and they loved it!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
Service was very slow but polite. Good food. Trendy ambience
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togirl
Toronto
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Mussels were to die for, stamp of approval! Starters as well as cocktails were all delicious and very balanced. Porterhouse steak was to our liking. Service impeccable and great ambiance. Multiple servers and managers checked on our overall experience and gifted us with a complimentary dessert as it was our birthday. Will be coming again with friends.
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AjikeS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall5food2service4ambience5
Was fair. Not a lot of food options honestly. But I had a good time
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Daphne is rated 4.4 stars by 290 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

Nov 30, 2023

7:30 p.m.

Booked 122 times today

67 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5H 1Z5

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
On Richmond St West just West of Bay St.
Neighbourhood
Financial District
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 11:30 am–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Business Casual
Parking Details
Public Lot
Public Transit
Osgoode Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
John Chee
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.daphnetoronto.com/
Phone number
(416) 203-1414

Daphne

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What 290 people are saying

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