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Quetzal, Toronto, ON
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Quetzal

CAN$51 and over
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 39 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
At Quetzal, we celebrate regional Mexican cuisine, inspired by traditional flavours and cooking styles, all cooked over a 28 foot-long open fire that runs the span of the hot line.  Traditional moles, sauces and little-known native ingredients are transported to Toronto and infused with the bounty of local Ontario and Canadian produce, for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Quetzal is located at the corner of College & Bathurst, at the edges of four Toronto hotspot neighbourhoods: Little Italy, Kensington Market, Harbord Village, and the Annex.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Steve Molnar

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2024

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2023

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: Fire-kissed flavours from a wood-burning grill and lesser-seen Mexican dishes that go beyond tacos and tostadas earned Quetzal a MICHELIN star. A creative cocktail menu centred on tequila and mezcal, plus a curvy, eye-catching ceiling that channels a Mexican market, complete the restaurant’s ultra-cool vibe.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Grill, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (647) 347-3663
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Neighbourhood
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Cross Street
    College Street and Bathurst Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine

What 924 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Mexican

  • Toronto

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Quetzal offers an extraordinary dining experience with "creative and flavorful" Mexican cuisine. Guests rave about the "phenomenal tasting menu" and "knowledgeable staff." The open flame kitchen adds an authentic touch, though some find the smoky ambiance overwhelming. Overall, a "must-visit" for its "exceptional" food, service, and vibrant atmosphere.

924 Reviews
  1. Shane

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience, well deserving of their Michelin star

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  2. Hannah

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food, service was impeccable. We did the tasting menu and it did not miss.

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  3. Jeff

    Ottawa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Insane experience. Cannot recommend this restaurant enough. Go with an open mind.

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  4. Anita

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place! Amazing staff (Will) and amazing food!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing, definitely try it! Some of the best food I’ve ever had in my life.

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  6. Illiana

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I cannot recommend this place enough! As French diners with a passion for great food, we are usually quite picky, but this restaurant exceeded all expectations. The open kitchen added an incredible touch to the experience, allowing us to watch the chefs in action and see the precision and care they put into each dish. The food was simply extraordinary—possibly the best I’ve ever had in my life. Every bite was perfectly balanced and full of flavor. The service was impeccable, attentive yet unobtrusive. If you’re looking for a truly memorable dining experience, do yourself a favor and visit this place!

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  7. WendyK

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing loved it great food drinks and ambiance. Can’t wait to return

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  8. XinXuan

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Before the meal, I informed our server that I couldn’t eat raw food because I’m pregnant. She indicated that my portion could be cooked well-done separately while my two friends could keep theirs as is. However, when the dish was served, there was no separate portion, and a different server introduced the dish without clearly mentioning that the scallops were raw. I ended up eating it along with my friends, only to realize it was raw once I tasted it, which made me very upset. It’s not only because I ate raw food, but also because this incident suggests the restaurant didn’t care that a customer would miss out some part of the meal but still have to pay the same price (we were having a fixed-price tasting menu).

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  9. eric

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food. Amazing service. Incredible experience

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  10. Simon

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is still one of the best places to dine in Toronto.

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FAQs

Quetzal is rated 4.8 stars by 924 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 39 times today
Google Map for Quetzal

419 College St, Toronto, ON M5T 1T1

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Cross Street
    College Street and Bathurst Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Grill, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine
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