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Le Sélect Bistro, Toronto, ON

Le Sélect Bistro

4.5
4.5
1069 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
French
Classic French food & a wine list of over 1,000 bottles, with vintage posters lining the walls.

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2 people

10:30 p.m.


Booked 83 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 626-6262
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress

Experiences

  • NYE A Night In Paris

    $125.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    Includes Chef's 3 course + canape, NYE celebration menu below. Bookings made from 10pm onwards includes bubbly toast at midnight. Live band from 8pm - 2am. Canapes (1pc/each) Truffle gougère Oyster Roasted beet Tart 1st Course Choice: Pâté en croûte Escargot Bourguignons Beef Tartare 2nd Course Choice: Black Cod Lamb Shoulder Squash Risotto Duck Confit Dessert Choice: Opera Cake Religieuse Lemon Tart

What 1,069 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto

    French

1,069 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter was fantastic, place was packed but service was fast and food was deliciously prepared. They didn’t have the red we were asking for but our waiter brought us a bottle that was $10 cheaper and even more delicious!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and the cosiest atmosphere as always ! feel like I’m in Europe each time…

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  3. MawrtyrMom

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I saw this restaurant listed as one of the best in Toronto and decided to try it when we came for a visit. We had a wonderful dinner - excellent food and ambiance. What really set it apart for us, however, was the service. Our server was welcoming, efficient, knowledgeable about the menu and kind. She made us feel comfortable and well taken care of. Our experience was just lovely because of her.

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  4. JoanL

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Excellent as always but staff were less attentive than usual.

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  5. Foodie

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really outstanding food and very interesting menu. Attentive service in lovely bistro atmosphere

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  6. RandyR

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant always amazes me. Food is amazing, service amazing.

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  7. KeithD

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful evening , great food wine and service. A little too noisy

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  8. Raquel

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything excellent. The food, the staff, cosy place

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  9. Underwhelming

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    I’ve been going to Le Select for a few decades, since it was on Queen St. This is the first time we have been back since the pandemic and it is under different ownership. It is still a lovely place to be and the staff are well-trained and friendly but the food is simply not as good as it once was. We did not like the half litre of wine recommended by the server, particularly for the price, and when she asked if we liked it and we indicated we were not that happy with it, she said maybe we would like it better when the food arrived. We didn’t. She should have offered to replace it since we had only had a few sips. The poisson fumé, the smoked whitefish appetizer, seems to be a reinterpretation of the whitefish mousse on the old Le Select menu. It was also a long term favourite of ours at the old restaurant but we did not like the new version. The pâté de campagne appetizer was good. We ordered bread and there is now a $12 charge. The bread is very good but when when the dinner runs $150 per person, it should be included. The meat on my steak frites was of mediocre quality, and the fries tasted like they came out of a bag at the grocery store. I used to order this dish regularly from the old Le Select. It was my favourite and it is no longer one I could recommend. It was poor value for money. The bouillabaisse was good. The duck confit was ok. We ordered only one dessert, the crème brûlée, and it was very good. We went for a special occasion and we left wishing we had gone elsewhere because too much of the meal was disappointing.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Michael elevated what was already a fantastic experience

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  11. ZurabD

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Very nice restaurant if you’re a fan of French cuisine. The wine selection is fantastic.

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  12. NadiaS

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Since relocating to Ajax in 2021, we hadn't visited Le Select Bistro until recently. Eager to indulge in their steak and fries along with salmon tartare, we specifically planned a trip to Toronto for this dining experience. Regrettably, the steak lacked flavor, the sauce was virtually absent, and instead of the expected authentic baguette and butter, we were served garlic bread. This disappointing meal made our trip and expenditure seem unworthy due to the lackluster taste of the food.

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  13. KerryF

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Le Select has been a go-to for me for 30+ years and it never disappoints. Wonderful place .

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  14. AARONH

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Wanted to try Le Select Bistro for some time. The waitress was amazing, knowledgeable and answered all our questions. The only thing that would hinder me from returning would be the first experience with the host. Not pleasant at all.

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  15. Sleever

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Good work, keep up the consistency. Maybe space out tables a bit.

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  16. KateL

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and wonderful ambience.food is delicious. Wine selection is outstanding.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unbelievable service. Thank you to our server who made the night so enjoyable.

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  18. KimM

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waffles and goat cheese tart with side of bacon was perfect meal for 2! Delicious!!!

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  19. AmaiaS

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    My family enjoyed a wonderful meal here. We ordered the bread, French onion soup, and onion tart for appetizers, and while everything was good, the French onion soup was outstanding. For mains we ordered the black cod, half roast chicken with side pomme puree, and the duck confit. Everything was cooked well and had a nice flavour, though I will say the portion on the fish was on the smaller side for the price paid. We shared the tarte tatin for dessert and that was a lovely end to our meal. Definitely recommend, even if it’s a bit pricey!

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  20. DRVino

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an outstanding brunch at Le Select on Saturday, from the excellent ambiance and food, to the pitch perfect service. From he hostess to our waiter to the helpful, and handsome bearded Sommelier, the whole experience was flawless. Our group was catching up after a long time of not seeing each other, so there was a lot of time at the table before we ordered, and our waiter showed great patience returning several times, and assuring us there was no rush to order. When we finally did order, the food came well-timed, and all together. The Sommelier was very brilliant, as he walked us through the extensive wine list, finally recommending the perfect brunch wine to fit our tastes, mood and budget, and somewhat of a rare offering too! We all exclaimed that when the elderly disabled guest at the next table slipped off of their chair to land on the ground, the Sommelier leapt over to give him a hand up, wow! I would not only recommend, but indeed implore anybody who likes great food, ambiance and service to get to Le Sélect Bistro without delay!

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  21. BethP

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    The croissants were not good - very greasy. The food was just ok.

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  22. JulietteB

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is so good, typical from France, i recommend 100%

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  23. Matyusha

    Montreal

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s my favourite French restaurant in town. Highly recommended

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  24. WendyC

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Le Sélect was outstanding in every way. The ingredients were fresh and high quality and cooked perfectly. Our server was personable and attentive. Would recommend to anyone who appreciates great food.

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  25. AnnH

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I always enjoy going to Le Select! One of my best restaurant finds in Toronto. A great experience on every level!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    The food was served beautifully; the service was very friendly and efficient. I hosted a large party of 8 and was not disappointed! I look forward to the next event at Le Sélect Bistro!!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    I was underwhelmed by the steak frites, Ive had better entrecôte and the butter sauce wasn’t flavorful or special.

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  28. Marce

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Service and ambience is really nice. Though background music was too loud and it was all about american oldies (70's 80's 60's) not sure what is French about that, but still it was too loud. The food was ok. Onion soup was good, the Burger though was dry, salty and the 2 pieces of bacon were too big and thick. Not something we would enjoy, bacon should be thin and crispy not so thick almost rare. Still the burger was very dry and salty. The fries were ok but not really good. The "salad" that came with my Croque Madam was not a salad per-se , it was just a bunch of lettuce. What part of salad was not understood? I think food should improve. Croque Madame was ok but the salad?? what salad was that?

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  29. Mike

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I am in love with this place. From start to finish it was a pleasant experience. The best meal I have had in years.

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  30. PeterC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience3
    The bouillabaisse was only 2 shrimp and pieces of black cod. the parking was nonexistent and the other food was cold. Very disappointment

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was just excellent, they were happy to accommodate my anniversary request to have a flower in the table for my partner. Even with our set amount of time, they were not rushing us at all. The plates are designed for one, but two apps (bread & onion soup) and two entrees (squash risotto & Lamb with celeriac) were perfect to share :) even though our pace of eating didn’t leave time for desert, they offered the dessert menu anyhow and a place at the bar as the next guests had arrived. We didn’t want to cause a fuss so I grabbed an espresso with the bill. I would like to say that the 1h 45 slot for 2 is perfect, we’re just slow eaters so thank you to the employees who took care of us :) excellent ambiance and the most delicious food, Le select bistro is here to leave you nothing but full and happy. Fantastic restaurant.

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  32. MPGS

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sufficient choice on menu. Good variety of beers. Crazy wine cellars (mostly too expensive for me). Very professional waiter and friendly

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  33. HPS58

    Toronto

    51 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    We ordered the French Onion Soup and it was completely tasteless. We were disappointed. The frites were unsalted so also underwhelming.

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  34. Meagan

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Overall great vibes. My meal (duck confit) was a little dry, but everything else was great!

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  35. RitaD

    London

    22 reviews

    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We (a couple) visited on Saturday. The restaurant is lovely. The menu is great. The service was great too. The bread and the terrine were lovely. Our main courses were great too. All very well presented. We added a gin and tonic and a bottle of wine and the bill (including service) was around 200 dollars.

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  36. AMR1

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience4
    The service was very slow. We ordered the smoked white fish and the salmon tartar, the dishes took a long time to come out for food that wasn't cooked.

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  37. FoodieintheSix

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Restaurant style and decor is beautiful. What irked me was that we arrived a bit early for our reservation and I still felt as though we were being rushed out by how quickly we were being served. I can only speak for myself as my companion may not feel the same way. Anyway, we were served and almost finished eating our apps and mains after only being there a half hour. I understand that good service is meant to be timely and attentive, but this felt like I was being rushed to get to the end of my meal. The mussels also arrived at our table lukewarm, with the sauce pooled at the bottom of the bowl and the mussels on top dry. I also had one too many pieces of sandy bits or hard crunchy bits (whatever they were) in my mussels. The only things that came out hot were the fries and escargot. It makes one wonder how much of the food is actually prepared fresh to order...maybe this is a one-off situation. Unfortunate, nonetheless. I did not bother to mention this to the waitress as I already felt like I was being rushed along to finish throughout the meal. The amount of food you get is appropriate for the price range, which is good. However, I'm not sure how I can recommend or even go back to this restaurant after this experience. This is especially because an evening dining experience should be relaxing.

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  38. Kura

    London

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another perfect evening. Food service and ambiance delivered as usual.

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  39. Atlas525

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great French bistro. Has become our favourite family restaurant.

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  40. David

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unbelievable experience By far the best French restaurant in Toronto: the go to place!!

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FAQs

Le Sélect Bistro is rated 4.5 stars by 1069 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

10:30 p.m.


Booked 83 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Le Sélect Bistro

432 Wellington St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1E3

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    King West
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    None
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