Award-winning

Madrina Bar y Tapas

Name: Madrina Bar y Tapas
Address: 2 Trinity St, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5A 3C4
Telephone: (416) 548-8055
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

1056 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Catalan

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Chef Ramon Simarro, whose experience consists of both Michelin-star restaurants & popular casual eateries focuses on seasonal products alongside authentic ingredients from Spain to re-imagine a menu that marries innovation & fun with Barcelona classics.

The 37ft bar serves sangria, cocktails & traditional tapas. In true Catalan fashion, the bar features a ham carving station & a Spanish style glass display case with cold bar delicacies. The open-kitchen serves the rest of the menu made up of modern interpretations of traditional Catalonian tapas.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sept 21, 2023

9:30 p.m.

Booked 30 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Catalan, Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 548-8055
Website
http://www.madrinatapas.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Ramon Simarro

Location
2 Trinity St, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighbourhood
Distillery District
Parking Details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

What 1,056 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4Value

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1,056 Reviews

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Roxy
Los Angeles
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
The top notch authentic tapas and presentation was like being in San Sebastián Spain. Our server Nicole was delightful and informative. Great lunch. Highly recommend!
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MelC
San Francisco
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience5
Found some items quite pricey for value, but overall experience was fantastic.
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sandy
New York Area
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The entire experience dining at Madrina Bar Y Tapas was delightful. The wait staff are friendly and attentive and the food fun and delicious. At the suggestion of our waiter we had 6 small plates which was perfect!. I would recommend everything that we had. The tuna sushi cone is a definite yes! Along with that we had the following: Anchovies Matrimonio, shrimp croquetas, Eggplant Escabeche (served on bread), Mushroom & Truffle (served on bread) and the Pulpo Con Papas Alinas which is smoked octopus. Everything was delicious. When we go back we will be hard pressed not to have many of the same items however there is so many more choices I know we will continue to explore the menu. Thank you for a lovely afternoon at your beautiful restaurant.
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lovefood007
Toronto
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Service was excellent. Cocktails were great. Food was what we expected.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience5
Terrible service and food tonight. Loved it previously but a terrible experience tonight; we left after one course and had a much better dinner elsewhere in the distillery. Of note; this restaurant was empty while the rest of the distillery was packed. Telling.
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KarinP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the tasting menu... a little taste of everything and such unique flavor combinations. Servers were so friendly and I loved their description of every item they presented.
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Foodie
Toronto
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a fun night out - great service, great food and of course the Cava!!!
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SeanB
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience5
It was okay, nothing amazing. Food was good portions small price okay. If you are hungry you won’t be satisfied
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EJMA
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an amazing experience! The food was incredible…explosion of different flavours and fun for sharing amongst a group. Great food, great service, great ambiance, great all around.
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CRAIG
Tampa
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a MUST if you’re in Toronto as well the service was amazing.
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SKIPPERAL
Toronto
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Madrina Bar y Tapas is always a joy on every level...that's why we keep coming back. And last night was extra special with personal attention from Anastasiya.
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Anthony
Toronto
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
I went to Madrina Bar y Tapas with my in-laws from Italy. We ordered several things from the menu for our lunch outing. Let’s start with ambiance & vibe - patio was great! It was a warm day & the live music playing nearby was a perfect addition. Next let’s review the food. This is where my disappointment with this restaurant was. The food taste was really good. You could tell that the food quality was good, but the portion sizes were underwhelming, at best. For the prices of the dishes, one would have expected more quantity. Cocktails were well made. The bar did a great job with presentation + taste. Overall, I would not recommend this place if you’re looking for a satisfying meal. It’s best for cocktails/drinks and having a small accompanying appetizer dish.
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Becca
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing restaurant with wonderful food, ambience and drinks.
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grantk
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was outstanding. The Michelin star is well deserved. The tasting menu was a wonderful variety of delicious food. The gazpacho was one of the best dishes I have ever tasted. The service was also terrific. Our waiter Altay was friendly and welcoming. He there when we needed him without hovering. His timing was perfect. We look forward to our next meal there.
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AlexandroA
Mexico City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Madrina is on the pricey side but worth every single penny. We went for the tasting menu, which comprises 10 different dishes, and everything was exquisite. The chef was able to accommodate for one person who didn't want one of the options offered. We went on a Tuesday night and there weren't many people so a bit difficult to gauge how noisy it gets. I will definitely go back soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and cocktails were delicious! Liam was a lively and informative server. Everyone who works there is helpful and upbeat!! Good idea to bring a sweater if sitting outside.
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YuliaG
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
First time in the restaurant, we liked food, atmosphere, service. Drinks - we found it overpriced.
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RaphaelA
Greater Boston
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent as always. Favourites are the crab cannelloni, jamon iberico platter with the tomato bread, tuna tartare cones, eggplant snack, paella with seafood and truffled egg yolk . Chef Ramon’s food is always great
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TeresaW
Toronto
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food, wine and service. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an excellent meal in a warm atmosphere
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Yxcc
Washington DC
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience5
Ordered chef tasting menu and a drink for each person. Not recommend testing menu, not worth the price $89/p, especially the chips and soup included. I won’t call it “chef” tasting menu. We waited for almost half hour for the drink, and finally got it after finishing half of the food, long wait and tasty cocktail though. Environment was great. Maybe just order separate food would be better than the tasting menu. $270(including tips tax) for 2 ppl
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EmilieC
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We ordered the tasting menu, everything was good but there was too many fried eggplants and zucchinis and 2 plates with patatas bravas which were too much potatoes for us on a same menu. The squid paelle was ok, but wines and the rest of the menu were excellent, the oysters were marvelous, the gaspacho was to dream for, and the dessert was perfect! and the croquetas as to die for!Will be back for sure!
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DeborahM
Atlantic Canada
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
We ordered off the tapas menu as that is their focus. Food was good but not specatular. Given the price I anticipated spectacular. Location was perfect and that is why we ended up eating here. I likely would not return, although I note that everyone around us were repeat customers so maybe I'm missing something. We were also disappointed that they offered nothing for someone celebrating a milestone birthday.
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Amrita
Toronto
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience5
Happened to meet the worst hostess (who actually happened to be the manager) last night. She was rude, obnoxious and spoiled the whole evening with her hard and fast "rules" around some small things. We were celebrating a friend's birthday and our evening was ruined by her.
Madrina Bar y TapasResponded on August 23, 2023
Thanks for the feedback, Amrita. We take pride in delivering 5-star service, so we’re sad to hear this wasn't the case during your visit. However, we understand there's no excuse for obnoxious service and for that, we apologize. That said, we'd love to follow-up & discuss your experience to ensure it's not repeated. I welcome you to reach out to the restaurant at 416-548-8055 and ask for me. If I'm not available, leave a message and I'll get back to you ASAP. Best, Stuart, Director of Ops
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RobD
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
outstanding food, cocktails and service! This was not my first time there and will not be my last.
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foodie1derful
Toronto
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wonderful experience celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary. Madrina made us feel very special Thank you for the thoughtful touches.
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Dusty
Toronto
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely patio. Excellent tapas. Obviously a very good and experienced chef and kitchen. Creative drinks. I love the pulpo served in the smoked dome. Very relaxed lunch. I felt transported back to Spain. Loved our server from Madrid who let me speak Spanish to him. The 2 hour lunch felt like a vacation. And of course the complimentary sherry st the end made it feel even moreso. MUCHAS GRACIAS!
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CaglaA
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a great night and foods were so delicious!!
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MichaelP
Toronto
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall2food1service4ambience5
Very mediocre food! Very little flavour. 4 of 6 dishes were under seasoned.
Madrina Bar y TapasResponded on August 15, 2023
Michael, we’re sorry to know you weren’t a fan of our flavours. Thank you for your feedback. Please know, our chefs make it a priority to offer the diversity of flavours that our guests are hungry for and they are passionate about sharing. That being said, we hear your frustrations and have passed them along to our team. We would love the opportunity to have you join us again to try some of our other delicious tapas. All the very best, Stuart K.
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MitchellW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing prices, polite staff, delicious food not much else to say except defiantly going back
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Pisces
Toronto
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
the high chairs are a bit uncomfortable and rock on uneven ground outside but otherwise the experience was fantastic
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience5
Spanish tapas restaurant with very lovely and helpful stuff. I really like the interior design and patio. Coctails were great! Food was good too, but we weren’t super impressed considering that it is a michelin star.
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JenniferC
Toronto
31 reviews
vip
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Incredible flavours. Excellent service. I highly recommend the restaurant when in the distillery district.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlantic Canada
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Great atmosphere and service (only drawback is we needed to always ask water glasses to be refilled) My faves PA AMB TOMÀQUET CATALAN CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS Save room for MANCHEGO CHEESECAKE (amazing!) PA AMB OLI I XOCOLATA
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RKen
Toronto
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dishes and cocktails, and thank you to our server for the wonderful recommendations.
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ZygmonD
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favourite restaurants in Toronto! Highly recommended!
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StephenS
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and fast service. The patio was great and spacious
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DeeHat
Toronto
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Beautiful building, food was good, service sufficient but like everything these days it’s just too expensive. There were some dishes I would have tried but “ fish roe” seemed to be on too many of them, not my taste. Go to Spain and eat the same for a quarter of the price.
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OpenTable Diner
Grand Rapids
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service! They were very accommodating of my gluten free dietary restriction. The outdoor patio is a must!
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MegM
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience3
Service was good but for the prices, the food was pretty disappointing.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
We enjoyed dining here. The food was very good. The menu, however, could have been more explanatory. It was a bit difficult to figure out what was being ordered without the waitress’s help. She was delightful, by the way.
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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

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Madrina Bar y Tapas is rated 4.4 stars by 1056 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sept 21, 2023

9:30 p.m.

Booked 30 times today

2 Trinity St, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighbourhood
Distillery District
Hours of Operation
Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Catalan, Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ramon Simarro
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
http://www.madrinatapas.com/
Phone number
(416) 548-8055

Madrina Bar y Tapas

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

What 1,056 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising

Screening

FAQs

How is Madrina Bar y Tapas restaurant rated?

Is Madrina Bar y Tapas currently accepting bookings?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information