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The Pilot, TORONTO, ON

The Pilot

4.3
4.3
506 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Gastro Pub
Located on Cumberland Street steps from Yonge & Bloor, The Pilot has been in Yorkville since 1944!

Join us on our Heated Rooftop Patio or our classic & cozy Main Floor for hand-crafted cocktails, cold beer & elevated pub food every day of the week.

Drop by Saturday & Sunday from 11am-2:30pm for our neighbourhood staple Weekend Brunch!

Make a reservation

2 people

11:30 p.m.


Booked 26 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Gastro Pub

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Wed 11:30 am–12:00 am Thu, Fri 11:30 am–2:00 am Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am

  • Phone number

    (416) 923-5716

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    LGBTQ, Women

  • Catering

    The Pilot has a wide variety of food menu party offerings for events and we are happy to accommodate special requests. We also offer a variety of bar options to help tailor your event to your guests and budget.

  • Private party facilities

    The Stealth Lounge, our second floor event space, provides an inviting atmosphere with a unique and vintage feel. The space is perfect for parties from 40 to 130 people. Equipped with a full PA, projector, dance floor, stage and stage lighting, we host live bands, DJs, book launches, presentations, birthday parties and fashion shows!

  • Neighbourhood

    Yorkville

  • Cross Street

    Yonge Street and Bloor Street

  • Parking Details

    Public lots within walking distance

  • Public Transit

    Yonge/Bloor Station or Bay Station on the Subway

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 506 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great place for our meal and the food was outstanding
  2. BobinToronto

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The pilot is hands down the best upscale pub experience in the Yonge-Bloor-Yorkville area. Great food, friendly staff and the Flight Deck consistently ranks as one of Toronto's best patios. Excellent live jazz on Saturday afternoons too!
  3. RichardC

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect for a date night, the food was great! Would definitely go again
  4. RailiG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    I enjoyed my visit to the Pilot, even though the waiter brought the wrong wine and forgot the chicken skewers for my salad. But the food was good, creative, and fresh. The noise level could have been lower, but that's usual in restaurants these days. I plan to go back again one of these days.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our go to spot for a regular group outing. The food is good and reasonably priced. The service is friendly and efficient and we don’t usually have problems reserving a table.
  6. RichardS

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    We went for the rooftop view which is no longer there. Great food. Probably better at night!!
  7. Jules44ca

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I made a reservation for an office social at 2pm in the afternoon for 10 people. The service was excellent. The noise level was fine. The timing and the ambiance contributed to lively conversation and an enjoyable atmosphere. The menu was also outstanding. Lots to choose from. Satisfying for vegetarians and and picky eaters alike. Lots of sharable platters. Great time. We will be back.
  8. SalomeC

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing brunch! Fluffy pancakes and perfectly poached eggs.
  9. CelineR

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Pilot Burger was very well done. (I was not asked for which way I liked). Bun was burnt. Side salad has an oily dressing which I did not like.
  10. Bruce

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    One of my long-time faves for drinks and dinner with friends. Lively ambience, excellent service
  11. VeronicaC

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A good time was had by all on a crisp night. Loud though.
  12. GrantS

    Exclusive

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience2
    There is massive construction next door at the moment. The shakshuka should come with pita.
  13. JimW

    Toronto

    14 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience1
    We made a reservation earlier in the week, and when we got there, there were no tables available. We waited 10 minutes and, instead of a table on the front patio, we got our second choice on the roof deck. Not the end of the world, but annoying. My burger arrived and it was missing its bacon and cheese, and then the cost of my companion's basket of sweet potato fries was split, without asking, between everyone's bill. Again, not the end of the world, but these were simple things that were lacking some attention to detail.
  14. AlmightyL

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience2
    Food was okay, servers were mean maybe they were too busy? I don't think so though... It was super loud and noisy. But nice weather covered everything. Be thankful for the weather.
  15. BRENDAM

    Mexico City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Nice place, good ambiance and fair prices. I only didn't like that We were a large group and they charged us with 20%, which i think is already too high.
  16. Melissa

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    Our order was delayed. There was a backup in the system is what we were told. It took more than an hour to get our food while those around us who were seated after us got their food. The food was ok but not spectacular.
  17. BTOWNFriends

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Arrived just at the end of the Saturday Jazz … Great service, great food!! We will be back :)
  18. JanineB

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The Pilot is a great place to go for casual food and drinks. Their food is pretty good and I love their spicy marg.
  19. Jjjjjjjjjjjjeeeeeffyyyyy

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Our waitress was very kind and accommodating! The nachos had barely any cheese on them, and the flatbreads were very soggy. Our one friend had a hair in her cold brew martini.
  20. DavidJ

    Exclusive

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Noise level was to be expected on St. Patrick's day. No the place well so, no surprises.
  21. Kingsley

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great brunch on the rooftop. Kids really enjoyed the waffles and the eggs benedict were perfectly cooked. Warm and cozy on a winter day.
  22. TazeenK

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Food was nice, but the dessert was not so nice. Overall experience was okay. Our table was pretty cramped up considering we were a party of six. However, our server was a wonderful lady!
  23. Will

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A really enjoyable Sunday morning brunch!
  24. JimW

    Toronto

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Our waiter was terrific - very pleasant and friendly and helpful. We really appreciated that our request for the table by the host station was honoured. The food was good - the salad very fresh and tasty.
  25. Elli

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Super Bowl! Fun bar seat. Good service. Friendly people
  26. SusieM

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Service and food were excellent. Prices were very reasonable. Not a comfy spot downstairs-chairs a bit uncomfortable and some crowded together. We will be back though! An awesome spot in Toronto!
  27. ShirleyB

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Service was great as was the food. We went for a dinner with friend to visit and catch up. We were able to enjoy our meal and conversation and not feel pressured to leave. Great atmosphere. Will return.
  28. rainbow

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    The tables are way too close together. Using the restroom means three people have to get up because the chairs can’t be moved back enough. Food was fine, service was super friendly and made the night better.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Service was so good. Lovely place for lunch
  30. JPCL

    Toronto

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good choice of elevated pub grub and good selection of beers
  31. LeatonB

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the pad thai noodles with tofu, chicken and shrimp. Chose "hot" on the spicy chart. I enjoyed. My servers were pleasant and suggestive and followed up regularly...
  32. LawrenceA

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Service was excellent, food not so much. The onion soup was excellent but the calamari not so good. Too much batter, too tough, and the sauce was pretty boring and lumpy. The carrot cake was good but for $17 a serving it should have been incredible. Coffee was cold and coke pretty watered down.
  33. Matt

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Had to wait 20 minutes for my reserved table. Staff were apologetic but was very inconvenient.
  34. DedicatedFoodie

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious corned beef sandwiches, great mushroom soup, fresh salad and wide selection of beers. Carrot cake to die for!! Service was quick and pleasant, bathrooms were clean which is always welcomed!! Thank you, I will be back!
  35. IanD

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience3
    Great Thai noodles and reasonably priced bottle of wine. What more could you ask for?
  36. HenryR

    Dallas

    6 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    Service was very very slow and the place was not crowded. And then the food was even worse than the service. Do not recommend this place!
  37. VeronicaC

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The online menu allows you to pick vegetarian, gluten free or pesceterian, then the menu greys outs the ones you don't want. Really efficient.
  38. SalomeC

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic brunch! The eggs always poached to perfection!
  39. LukeH

    Atlantic Canada

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Great spot! Year round patio was really fun. 100% revisiting
  40. VeronicaC

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    It was very hot, I would have appreciated the windows open.

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
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

The Pilot does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. The Pilot also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 923-5716.

The Pilot is rated 4.3 stars by 506 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:30 p.m.


Booked 26 times today
Google Map for The Pilot

22 CUMBERLAND STREET, TORONTO, ON M4W 1J5

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Yonge Street and Bloor Street

  • Neighbourhood

    Yorkville

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Wed 11:30 am–12:00 am Thu, Fri 11:30 am–2:00 am Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am

  • Cuisines

    Gastro Pub

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Public lots within walking distance

  • Public Transit

    Yonge/Bloor Station or Bay Station on the Subway

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    LGBTQ, Women

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

  • Phone number

    (416) 923-5716

  • Catering

    The Pilot has a wide variety of food menu party offerings for events and we are happy to accommodate special requests. We also offer a variety of bar options to help tailor your event to your guests and budget.

  • Private party facilities

    The Stealth Lounge, our second floor event space, provides an inviting atmosphere with a unique and vintage feel. The space is perfect for parties from 40 to 130 people. Equipped with a full PA, projector, dance floor, stage and stage lighting, we host live bands, DJs, book launches, presentations, birthday parties and fashion shows!

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