Moxies - University

Name: Moxies - University
Address: 70 University Avenue, Toronto, ON, Canada, MJ5 2M4
Telephone: (647) 748-7172
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

808 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

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Moxies restaurant is a contemporary casual restaurant offering a globally inspired menu and hand crafted cocktails in a vibrant and interactive atmosphere. Moxies has over 50 locations across Canada and 6 US locations in Dallas, Houston, and Miami.

Moxies is Located in Toronto's Financial District, next to the St. Andrew Metro Station. Within walking distance from the Princess of Wales and Royal Alexandra Theatres, Scotiabank Arena, Rogers Centre and Roy Thomson Hall. A short distance to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre and the famous Royal York Hotel. Our Executive Chef Brandon Thordarson has created a menu offering a wide-array of steaks, burgers, pastas and seafood! No matter the occasion, whether it's a business luncheon, a dinner date, or late night drinks with friends, Moxies offers something for everyone.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 8, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 70 times today

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(647) 748-7172

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Global, International, Canadian
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(647) 748-7172
Website
http://moxies.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Brandon Thordarson

Location
70 University Avenue, Toronto, ON MJ5 2M4
Neighbourhood
Financial District
Cross Street
Wellington Street
Parking Details
Underground parking on site.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Feature Soup$9.75
seasonal rotating soup (140-410 Cals) + garlic baguette (280 Cals)
Caesar Salad$15.00
Moxies own caesar dressing (340 Cals), crunchy croutons, shaved cheese & lemon (210 Cals) + garlic baguette (280 Cals)
Thai Chicken Salad$22.00
marinated chicken with arugula, ancient grains, fresh vegetables, pumpkin seeds, cashews, avocado & crispy rice, with thai-style cashew dressing (990 Cals)
Chimichurri Steak Salad$26.75
grilled 5oz certified angus beef® sirloin, chimichurri, fresh greens, spicy tomato vinaigrette with a hint of clamato (460 Cals), goat cheese crostinis (140 Cals)
Avocado & Bacon Cobb Salad$25.00
Crisp iceberg lettuce, bacon, avocado, soft boiled egg, feta (740 Cals), ranch & sun-dried tomato dressing (150 Cals). Choose grilled chicken breast (270 Cals) or pan seared salmon (300 Cals)
Soup, Salad & Bread$17.00
feature soup (140-410 Cals), caesar salad (230 Cals) & garlic baguette (280 Cals)

Vegetarian & Plant Based

Vegan Fresh Smashed Guacamole$15.00
fresh white corn chips & pico de gallo (130 Cals per serving, 3 servings)
Roasted Tomatoes & Whipped Feta$19.00
baby tomatoes, fresh herbs, seeded artisan bread (520 Cals per serving, 2 servings)
Vegan Tofu Lettuce Wraps$22.50
crispy tofu, cashews, ginger, sesame, crispy wontons, fresh vegetables, lettuce & spicy vegan mayo (290 Cals per serving, 3 servings)
Vegan Black Bean Tacos$20.00
black bean crumble, pickled red onions, corn salsa, spicy vegan mayo (240 Cals per serving, 3 servings) + fresh white corn chips & guacamole (180 Cals)
Beyond Meat Burger$22.00
plant based patty, aged white cheddar, red relish, pickled mustard seed mayo, Moxies own bbq sauce (800 Cals), with fries (620 Cals)
Vegan Thai Curry Laksa$23.00
tofu, creamy coconut broth, mushrooms, rice noodles, fresh vegetables & sprouts (1090 Cals)
Vegetarian Power Bowl$23.00
marinated tofu, shiitake mushrooms, soft boiled egg, fresh vegetables, crisp greens, cauliflower rice, spicy vegan mayo & sesame avocado (540 Cals)
Nachos$26.00
1lb of cheese, fresh pico de gallo, jalapeños, salsa & sour cream (670 Cals per serving, 3 servings)

Appetizers

Tiny Tuna Tacos$13.00
3 tacos with diced ahi tuna in crispy wonton shells, guacamole & sesame soy dipping sauce (170 Cals per serving, 3 servings)
Potstickers$15.00
pork, chicken & ginger gyoza, fresh pineapple salsa & ginger soy glaze (320 Cals per serving, 2 servings)
Tuna Sushi Stack$19.75
sushi grade tuna stacked with seasoned rice, avocado, fresh mango, soy ginger glaze & spicy mayo + seasoned prawn crackers (320 Cals per serving, 2 servings)
Truffle Parm Fries$11.50
(420 Cals per serving, 2 servings) truffle & lemon aioli (200 Cals)
Calamari$18.75
with tempura shrimp, garlic dip & tangy thai (410 Cals per serving, 3 servings)
Dry Ribs$17.00
salt & pepper (510 Cals per serving, 3 servings)
Fresh Smashed Guacamole$15.00
fresh white corn chips & pico de gallo (130 Cals per serving, 3 servings)
Roasted Tomatoes & Whipped Feta$19.00
baby tomatoes, fresh herbs, seeded artisan bread (520 Cals per serving, 2 servings)
Chicken Wings 1lb$18.75
sweet & spicy, salt & pepper, honey garlic or hot (360-730 Cals per serving, 3 servings) served with ranch & celery (70 Cals)
Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps$22.50
crispy chicken, cashews, ginger, sesame, crispy wontons, fresh vegetables, lettuce & spicy mayo (290 Cals per serving, 3 servings)
Nachos$26.00
1lb of cheese, fresh pico de gallo, jalapeños, salsa & sour cream (670 Cals per serving, 3 servings)

Steaks & Mains

Served with buttered mashed potatoes (370 Cals) & fresh seasonal vegetables (110 Cals), unless otherwise indicated. 100% of Our Steaks Come from Canadian Ranches. Our Certified Angus Beef® & AAA Steaks are Pasture-Raised, Aged a Minimum of 32 Days for Superior Flavour & Tenderness

Steak Frites$34.25
7oz certified angus beef® sirloin, chimichurri, arugula & fries (1270 Cals)
Sirloin$35.25
7oz certified angus beef® (370 Cals)
Mushroom Sirloin$37.75
7oz certified angus beef®, creamy madeira sauce + pan roasted cremini mushrooms (730 Cals)
New York$44.00
10oz certified angus beef® (580 Cals)
Rib Eye$48.00
13oz Canadian AAA beef (960 Cals)
Lemon Basil Salmon$32.00
pan seared salmon, ancient grains, lemon herb sauce & fresh seasonal vegetables (910 Cals)
Chipotle Mango Chicken$30.00
sweet & spicy dry rub, ancient grains, seasonal vegetables, fresh avocado & pico de gallo (970 Cals)
Baby Back Ribs
slow braised rack of ribs, glazed with Moxies own BBQ sauce
- Half Rack (660 Cals)$29.00
- Full Rack (1280 Cals)$38.00
Chicken & Ribs$33.75
spice rubbed chicken breast + half rack of ribs +(810 Cals)
Perfect with Steaks
- Garlic Butter Prawns (180 Cals)$9.00
- Peppercorn Cream Sauce (340 Cals)$4.00
- Cremini Mushroom Sauce (450 Cals)$4.00
For the Table To Share$11.50
sweet potato fries + garlic dip (810 Cals)

Pastas & Bowls

Prawn Thai Curry Laksa$24.00
grilled prawns, creamy coconut broth, mushrooms, rice noodles, fresh vegetables & sprouts (1060 Cals)
Chicken Madeira Rigatoni$26.00
pan roasted chicken, creamy mushroom & madeira wine sauce, fresh rosemary, lemon (1460 Cals) + garlic baguette (280 Cals
Chicken Alfredo$24.75
pan roasted chicken, tagliatelle noodles, grana padano, asiago cream, sautéed onions, chives (1310 Cals) + garlic baguette (280 Cals)
Beef Vindaloo$26.00
sautéed sirloin, onions, peppers, yogurt drizzle (870 Cals), jasmine rice (310 Cals) + garlic buttered naan (240 Cals)
Vegetarian Power Bowl$23.00
marinated tofu, shiitake mushrooms, soft boiled egg, fresh vegetables, crisp greens, cauliflower rice, spicy vegan mayo & sesame avocado (540 Cals)
Tuna Poke Bowl$27.00
marinated ahi tuna, shiitake mushrooms, soft boiled egg, fresh vegetables, crisp greens, cauliflower rice, spicy mayo & sesame avocado (580 Cals)

Handhelds

Served with fries (620 Cals), unless otherwise indicated. Burgers are served on a soft potato roll & topped with lettuce, tomatoes, red onions & pickles, unless otherwise indicated. Our burgers are 100% canadian ground chuck. Substitute gluten free bun (+30 Cals) $1. Substitute sweet potato fries (630 Cals), or truffle parm fries with dip (340 Cals) $3.50. Substitute soup (110-270 Cals), market salad (110 Cals) or caesar salad (230 Cals) $3

Blackened Chicken Burger$21.50
Crisp bacon, cheddar, roasted garlic aioli (650 Cals). Substitute grilled chicken breast with no spice (660 Cals)
Beyond Meat Burger$22.00
plant based patty, aged white cheddar, red relish, pickled mustard seed mayo, Moxies own bbq sauce (800 Cals)
Cheeseburger$19.75
aged white cheddar, red relish, pickled mustard seed mayo (830 Cals)
Bacon Cheeseburger$22.75
100% canadian ground chuck patty, double bacon, double cheese, red relish, pickled mustard seed mayo (990 Cals)
Loaded Cheeseburger$22.75
aged white cheddar, red relish, pickled mustard seed mayo, sautéed mushrooms, bacon & bbq sauce (1160 Cals)
Chicken Tenders$19.50
(800-890 Cals)
Blackened Shrimp Tacos$20.00
cajun spiced shrimp, pickled red onions, corn salsa, spicy sour cream (280 Cals per serving, 3 servings) + fresh white corn chips & guacamole (180 Cals)
Black Bean Tacos$20.00
black bean crumble, pickled red onions, corn salsa, spicy vegan mayo (240 Cals per serving, 3 servings) + fresh white corn chips & guacamole (180 Cals)
French Dip$23.00
roasted beef, pretzel bun, sautéed mushrooms, horseradish, roasted garlic aioli, cheese, au jus (910 Cals)
BT's Crispy Chicken Sandwich$22.00
breaded chicken thigh, cheddar cheese, pickles, lettuce & bo ssäm hot sauce, soft potato roll (710 Cals)

What 808 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Old Toronto
Vegetarian-friendly

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StarL
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a great experience! Our family of 6 were heading to the Jays game, and the restaurant was packed. We were worried that we would be late. The drinks were great, the food was delicious - all 6 meals, the service was terrific, and we made it to the game in time for the national anthem. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! The staff were so attentive and fun.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and staff! Fast and easy ordering. Under 1 hr lunch time and they delivered!
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Karen
Toronto
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Food and service were amazing! The drinks were a bit ‘light’ - says 2 oz but couldn’t taste the alcohol.
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ChrisC
Toronto
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Dry Ribs are a staple and the Crispy Chicken sandy is great!
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KarenM
Toronto
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Would have been great if music was a little lower - we sat in back portion and it was very very loud music
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KathleenB
Toronto
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 31, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
It took about 15 minutes to get a server. Thankfully she honoured happy hour
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great location to Princess of Wales. We loved the menu! My husband had steak and I had a vegetarian bowl. Delicious good quality meal with lovely ambiance and within 5 min walk to the theatre!
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SheldonZ
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
On being seated, my wife and I let our server, Maddie, know that we had to be fairly quick as we had tickets for the play Hamilton. From the large menu, we selected Lemon Basil Salmon and Lemon and Asparagus Spaghettini. Both of these main courses were served promptly and were very delicious. There was enough time to order the Mile High Mocha Pie dessert which we enyoyably shared. To summarize, we recommend this restaurant for its great service and food.
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MarkS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a very enjoyable meal at Moxie's University. The food was delicious and the service was phenomenal. Our waiter ( sorry, forgot his name) was an absolute pleasure to deal with. He was very helpful and personable. We really appreciated that we could stay and relax after the meal without being rushed to leave. We would very highly recommend Moxie's University for all of the above reasons.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience. Thank you. I really liked what we ordered
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sanchaita
Toronto
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing. The dumplings and nachos were great. Drinks could be better. Overall vibe is really nice.
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Slim
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 18, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Great place. I just wish I didnt have to hold up my hand for 5 min plus before I was noticed and served.
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DeborahK
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
Food was great. Loved half priced wine promo! Too noisy though!
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FunNightOut
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Beautiful restaurant in the heart of downtown Toronto. Food was super fresh and very tasty. The only thing that bothered me was the "pre-set" tip on the machine starting at 18%. I think people should decide what to tip. I highly recommend this restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience2
High prices for mediocre food. Very little accommodation for options for gluten free vegan. Gluten free options, yes. Some vegan options, yes. But both, no. And when we asked about getting a booth, we were told that to get one you had to book it. When we asked how you do that (since this was not an option given when booking online) the hostess said you need to put in in the notes on the reservation. Are we seriously to believe that every patron dining that night sitting in a booth (or those supposedly arriving at some point ti take the multiple empty ones we saw) had requested one in the notes of the reservation? Please. Seems a little ridiculous.
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SharleneH
Toronto
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thank you so much for another ridiculously fun night - we had an absolute ball, and thankfully the Leafs won this time! Our server whose name I cannot recall was fabulous.
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OpenTable Diner
Ottawa
9 reviews
vip
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience2
We were a table of 4 for happy hour and ordered drinks and appetizers. The food and drinks were okay. When we arrived, they seated us and left us with no water at the beginning and the waiters were not very nice to us. Overall, it was an okay experience. The only strong points are the espresso martini and the peach Bellini.
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DariceL
Puerto Vallarta
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food and drinks were great. Just a bit too loud.
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SharleneH
Toronto
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on May 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a fantastic night watching the hockey. We arrived early for our booking but managed to get seating in the bar for pre dinner cocktails. Service was immaculate, very professional and fun. We even already rebooked for another hockey game!
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RobJ
Toronto
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 4, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience4
food was good and the server was nice, but the food took forever to come. Lunch took 90 minutes, way longer than expected.
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Hasan
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Nice ambience Great food portion Good value for money The brownie is so good The vegan burger is average
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AnnH
Montreal
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 25, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Good food, good wine, great service! Noisy and lively ambience. Great pre-theatre experience!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great location, parking below in the same building off Emily (and super cheap for weekend after 4pm rate!). Relaxing setting, kind manager and server, food was delicious.
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SonnyG
Toronto
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience2
Busy and noisy but a great server and okay food - only there for a light meal and we were in and out quickly as we requested
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CarloB
Toronto
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
great spot for a group, really good and diverse menu!!!!!
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Nicole
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience1
Not sure why a Yorki dog was sitting at the bar! It was not a service dog. The restaurant was not busy however the service was slow. Had our apps before drinks. Had to ask for app plates and the bill. The food options were just ok. The ribs were great. Chicken Alfredo was dry. Thanks but no thanks I will go somewhere else next time
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Roxtor
Toronto
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very comfortable seating and great service. The menu has lots of choices and everything we ordered was delicious. Our order arrived quickly including drinks from their well thought out drinks menu. Very pleased with our experience here.
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Jane
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely delicious meals! Amazing food! A great experience!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and the manager Diana is awesome. I go there multiple times per week.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nicole was wonderful and attentive enough to ensure we had what we required.
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Mcraigm
Philadelphia
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Very good service and food. Attentive and polite. As it got later the noise level increased to a point where it was hard to have a conversation. Would still go back.
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ChaddH
Toronto
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2023
overall4food2service5ambience5
Service was great and always a good atmosphere but food sometimes can be cold when brought to the table.
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BradC
Toronto
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on April 11, 2023
overall2food1service3ambience3
Steak was overcooked for all 4 of us. Peppercorn sauce was watery with chuncks at the bottom. Usually the quality of food at this location far exceeds other Moxies locations, was quite dissapointing considering are bill was $475 pre tip for 4 people.
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ShaunaB
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our server, Melanie, was fantastic. Attentive, friendly and on the ball. The food was delicious and the drinks were cold. We went there to enjoy dinner before the Jays game and it was a perfect choice.
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Frankie
Jacksonville
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Clean, nice, energetic, great food, great location!
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Cosmochyck
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 28, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Great food as always. Timing was great, as were weren't rushed through our appetizers. Service for drinks could have been a smidgen better.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 23, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Food and drinks were great! Our server was ok. Would dine again!
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Jess
Toronto
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall2food5service1ambience3
Our waitress was so rude and had an attitude all night. She didn’t give us any utensils to use and didn’t check up on us which resulted in us having to ask other waiters for help. Anytime we said thank you, she rolled her eyes and said nothing. We weren’t able to enjoy our birthday because of her service. In addition to that, we had to pay for our birthday brownie despite her telling us that she would get it for us. Overall the food was good, but the service was so horrible, that i will not be returning to that moxies. Her name was Raquel T at university avenue
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GaryM
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was good. Service was friendly. The perfect place to meet friends and catch up.
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LeslieW
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
This restaurant has a good menu selection and is large enough to ensure availability at most times.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers

FAQs

Moxies - University does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. Moxies - University also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (647) 748-7172.

Moxies - University is rated 4.5 stars by 808 OpenTable diners.

Moxies - University does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.