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Library Bar - Fairmont Royal York, Toronto, ON
Library Bar - Fairmont Royal York, Toronto, ON
Library Bar - Fairmont Royal York, Toronto, ON
Library Bar - Fairmont Royal York, Toronto, ON
Library Bar - Fairmont Royal York, Toronto, ON

Library Bar - Fairmont Royal York

4.9
4.9
563 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Unspecified
Le bar Library est le lieu idéal pour savourer un verre avant de dîner ou d'aller au théâtre, un déjeuner d'affaires ou un cocktail en soirée. Le thé de l'après-midi traditionnel est servi le samedi et le dimanche.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 8 times today

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Financial District
  • Cross Street
    Front St. and Bay St.
  • Parking Details
    Valet parking is available at a fee.
  • Public Transit
    The Library Bar is located directly across from Union Station. Easily accessed by TTC Subway or GO Transit.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 563 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Unspecified

  • Old Toronto

    Best Overall

  • Old Toronto

    Best Service

  • Old Toronto

    Best Ambience

563 Reviews
  1. RachelB

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    Sadly we were sitting right beside an exit where the alarm was sounding off. It went off for a good 20 minutes so it took away from the lovely ambiance. Other than that the service was excellent and drinks were great!

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  2. KatCanEat

    Toronto

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food4service1ambience5
    Great place to have a quiet meal or drink with friends or business associates. Food was great. Servers went out of there way to be helpful. Just pray you don’t get our aloof/ uppity waitress.

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  3. DarrellM

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great time. First class. Coming back for sure

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  4. RobD

    Toronto

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was excellent. Food, service, ambiance. They even went over the top and provided an amazing birthday experience. Thanks.

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  5. SimoneM

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, Great environment, and atmosphere. Thank you

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  6. JohnL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    The Library Bar has been a favourite of mine for many years and, hopefully, I will be able to enjoy visiting many times in the future.

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  7. Kitchener

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Overall, excellent. Serve was first rate. Noise level a bit high but not bothersome. Looking forward to a return visit.

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  8. Peter

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My hostess Christen does an outstanding job every time I visit and even remembers small details/ requests from my previous visit. And, similarly, the wait staff were all very friendly, fast and efficient. They also remembered our food and beverage order from our previous visit. All in all, the library bar is my go to destination whenever I am looking for a meal and/or cocktail venue alone or with friends.

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  9. EdwardK

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Interesting drinks on the menu and excellent service. This was our second time to visit.

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  10. ShellyL

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great and cocktails were amazing!! Love the setting!

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  11. BradleyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing, Terry, CJ, the whole team is great, the food is always good, great hotel, great management

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  12. Sami

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and beverage options. Impeccable service. Great for a date or a quiet weekend brunch.

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  13. EvenStar

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A fabulous corner at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel, ideal for meeting with friends or just relaxing by yourself with a drink and a bite. And both drinks and bites are absolutely top. Beautiful setting, great ambiance and excellent service.

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  14. Marta

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and great service. A perfect intimate location for small celebrations

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  15. PaolaP

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gorgeous ambience with amazing cocktails and the best service. Food was delicious as well. Honestly such a perfect place to celebrate a special occasion.

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  16. AaronC

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    amazing friendly service, great food and such a lovely space

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  17. DinoS

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 6, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    love the ambience but the menu selection has changed and not for the good. Been going there since 1990 and unfortunately won't be returning for dining but will come back for drinks.

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  18. Fred

    Newcastle

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Excellent food in lovely surroundings. You need to book a table as it is always busy.

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  19. KathrynD

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    I wanted a place for lunch that would be good for conversation and this was perfect.

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  20. MarkP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I wish I had gotten the name of the Hostess. She was polite, helpful and in fact helped us decide on our entire meal; which was as she noted, wonderful. We were there on Saturday, May 27th at 2pm. Again. The Hostess made the experience wonderful. We will return and suggest the venue to others.

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  21. maryc

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the atmosphere food and great waiter. It deserves five stars. My guests loved it

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very good upscale restaurant that is reasonably priced for business lunches

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  23. KAHL

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love it hear. Everything is fantastic. Food items are fresh. Cocktails are well crafted.

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  24. EmilianaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated Mother's day. We were a party of 5.Food, service, music, ambiance, everything was excellent. Highly recommended.

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  25. KevinR

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A really enjoyable experience. My wife and I had a table in the corner of the bar. Quiet, clean, fantastic service. The food was good and the cocktails were exceptional. I would go back for sure.

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  26. LyseL

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I loved The Library Bar. The restaurant was gorgeous, the service was excellent and the food was so delicious. A bit pricy but I understand since it's in a famous hotel. It's not something I would do every day.

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  27. Malden1968

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were meeting with out-of-town friends and it was a special meal. Wait staff were respectful of how long it took us to order as we had a lot of catching up to do. The LB Burger ordered by 3 of us 4 was outstanding. The 4th order, the Green Goddess salad, same. Ambience is great and with a lot of noise-diluting fabric etc we could actually hear one another. Priceless in TO venues these days.

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  28. 3Bichons

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first visit to the library bar was grand! Took my sister and two 20 something daughters for lunch and had a perfect corner table where we could soak it all in…including the amazing art and specifically the portrait of the Head Librarian above the fireplace! The Cobb salad was the best we have ever had and we tried all the open faced sandwiches and loved them too. Cappuccino was super and our sever was friendly and fancy in the same breath!

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  29. BethM

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our time at the Library bar was lovely. Made a reservation via open table, and happened to arrive 30 mins early. The staff fit us right in and seated us. The food was great, would highly recommend the Bay Street sandwich. Thank you to the lovely gentleman who served us!

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  30. Joey

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great setting but music was sometimes too loud or not suited for the setting

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  31. PanosK

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience1
    VERY expensive, low overall value..food quality mediocre..high level of noise..

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazingly consistent with an award winning floor crew who “remember” you from previous dining events in the Library!!!

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  33. Beaglydog

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I treated ourself to lunch at the Library Bar while we were waiting for our train (the VIA station is across the street from the Royal York). The food was nicely presented and delicious. My husband had the open-faced sandwich plate with a glass of rosé, and I had the Cobb salad with a glass of chardonnay. It's not an inexpensive restaurant, but the portions were generous. The server was very kind, polite, and professional. The bar is lovely- the lighting is dim enough to make it cozy, but not too dark. We would definitely return to the Library Bar.

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  34. LisaS

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious and calm with excellent care and attention from staff. Perfect Sunday sit.

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  35. LiveR

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cocktails and snacks were delicious. Service was excellent! Beautiful room.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Good atmosphere for business meetings! A bit on the higher end

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  37. Julie

    Montreal

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great lunch with a friend. Very close seating arrangement but understand.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Nice place. Food was good. Service was prompt. Found the menu a bit limited. I’d go again. Upscale with well mannered clientele

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  39. SandorP

    Toronto

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food, cocktails and service in a great environment. Highly recommended.

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  40. JodyN

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Server was overwhelmed. Short staffed. He did his best but drinks we not brought with any course.

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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
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Library Bar - Fairmont Royal York is rated 4.9 stars by 563 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 8 times today
Google Map for Library Bar - Fairmont Royal York

100 Front Street W., Toronto, ON M5J 1E3

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Front St. and Bay St.
  • Neighbourhood
    Financial District
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    Valet parking is available at a fee.
  • Public Transit
    The Library Bar is located directly across from Union Station. Easily accessed by TTC Subway or GO Transit.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    jW Foster
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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