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PUBLIC SCHOOL Coffeehouse + Kitchen + Bar - W Toronto - PUBLIC SCHOOL, Toronto, ON

W Toronto - PUBLIC SCHOOL

4.5
4.5
82 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Comfort Food
Class is now in session. Meet your new Yorkville hangout spot – no membership required. Located on Bloor Street, PUBLIC SCHOOL is a rebellious coffeehouse, kitchen and bar serving up no-fuss, plant forward all-day menus creatively combining the modern with the nostalgic. Work, mingle and vibe out with local barista coffee, craft beer and mischievous cocktails from morning to late night. Be inspired and connect with collaborative workspaces during the day that transition into a buzzing social scene as the sun goes down.

publicschooltoronto.com
@publicschooltoronto

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Regional American (Creative Western), Dining Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 515-2585
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    Yorkville
  • Cross Street
    Yonge & Bloor
  • Parking Details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public Transit
    Bloor Subway Station
  • Additional
    Cafe, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

What 82 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Comfort Food

82 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    Overall3Food1Service2Ambience5
    I visited public school yesterday with my sister for lunch and ordered the crispy chicken sandwich. When it arrived and I took my first few bites. I realized that the chicken was pink inside and I couldn’t tell if it was cooked through. I lost my appetite for it after those bites it just tasted off. When I told the server, I was not a fan and thought that it was undercooked. He told me over and over that it was broiled. Though I didn’t eat it, he still charged me. I’ve worked fine dining for six years and anytime that a customer says that they don’t like the food and they don’t eat the food the server asks if you want something else and most times it’s taken off the bill. I ate 2 bites of my meal and was charged $28 for it. Other than that everything was great!

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  2. MartinF

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    Overall4Food3Service5Ambience5
    Very nice location and lovely staff. I thought the food was very average, not at the level of the staff and interior. More like a diner. Expensive for what it is, I guess you are paying for the location. Overall we enjoyed it and the coffee was lovely and the service was 10/10 but the food could be better for sure.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    Overall5Food4Service5Ambience5
    Amazing service and great portions. They really take care of you.

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  4. GaryS

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service3Ambience1
    Overpriced for what you are getting. Sitting in the lobby of the hotel, it is not a high end experience.

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  5. KristopherD

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    Overall2Food1Service3Ambience1
    Do not recommend. We didn’t realize it was a hotel restaurant, which falls on us. Friendly staff. Decent lighting. Highly overpriced. Really poor food. Service not attentive. The server was pleasant enough but we had to ask for drinks and the removal of plates. In an absolute pinch, maybe if you’re a hotel guest, fine perhaps. But definitely would not return or recommend to anyone.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service2Ambience4
    Food was good but the waitress kept rushing us even tho our table was reserved for two hours time. Rushing us to pay bill even tho we just finished our food which was an hour after seated.

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  7. AMess

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great service and food. The decor was really nice and it was a fun vibe!

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  8. Strati1023

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Loved Public School! I had brunch here for the first time with friends for my birthday, and the food was amazing. Great ambience and great service too. I highly recommend it!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    Overall3Food3Service3Ambience5
    The food was nothing special. Was meh. Menu was very limited imo.

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  10. VincenzoP

    Toronto

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Rapid and good service. Very good food and nice ambience.

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  11. Gerri

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Been here for brunch 3 times and never got disappointed. Service could be a little faster

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  12. SYSFoodie

    Toronto

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service5Ambience4
    Food was delicious and the service was prompt and friendly.

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  13. BrentM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Thank you for having us! We both loved our meals (burger + poke bowl), and the bread was amazing, too.

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  14. RabiaZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Amazing staff! they were super lovely and accomodating

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  15. AnnaN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great brunch! Service was also great! We ordered the avocado toast, sweet crunch toast, eggs benedict, french toast and varsity burger. Will come back again

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  16. EmeraldIslander

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Loved the burger bar where you can customize your meal. Chicken burger was delicious. Great ambience and decor and great location.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    A fun brunch and props to our server Diana for great service 😄

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  18. mottyshreds

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service4Ambience4
    great food but small portions and not great value.

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  19. Sheena

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service4Ambience5
    I had an amazing burger and a perfect sangria after work with a friend.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Ottawa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great staff, good food and cocktails! Great ambiance as well and immaculate vibes!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service5Ambience5
    Service great! Just missing on the beer selection

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  22. Andre

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    Overall3Food2Service5Ambience4
    My server was great. I was put off because breakfast/brunch wasn’t available even though the website says it’s all day. My mimosa didn’t taste great either. Please keep your menu simple and only offer regular juice and champagne. No need to add extra stuff.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    72 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Awesome burger, fantastic service and cool space! Well done!

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  24. TCBE

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    Overall4Food3Service4Ambience4
    Food was good but not worth the value., Drink menu is very limited and very expensive

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  25. vanessay

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2023

    Overall5Food4Service5Ambience5
    The staff went above and beyond what I’ve ever experienced. Unfortunately they didn’t have a change table for my baby in the washrooms, but the host opened up Skylight (when it was closed at the time) so I didn’t have to change my baby in an awkward/uncomfortable way. When I was trying to pay for the food, the waitress was absolutely a blessing as she kept my baby busy so I could do what I needed to do and it was so nice seeing my baby have fun with her as well.

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  26. Opinionatedoldcow

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    My ratings might seem over the top, but they are well deserved. To find a restaurant so well located is an achievement of sorts. But to discover its attractive and serves quirky yet recognizable delicious food that’s eye catching — and at a decent price point — is a bonus. Add friendly and engaged staff, and ambiance, and you have a bonus. But the crowning glory is the quiet. My lunch partner and I could hear one another perfectly — even when we dropped our voices to discuss subject matter with discretion. We will be back. And often.

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  27. KikiM

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    Overall3Food4Service3Ambience4
    Went for Summerlicious (which they had advertised outside) but they were only offering it during the week, not on weekends!!! Whaaaaa? Never heard of a restaurant deciding to forego this event on the weekends. Also, our server was nice but seemed stressed. And they were out of a few items off the menu. Food was beautiful with flowers on many items and we all thought it tasted quite good, but we were all looking forward to a 3 course Summerlicious meal ☹️

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    27 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2023

    Overall1Food1Service1Ambience1
    Came to try brunch menu and the French toast was sold out

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  29. LindaB

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Loved the vibe; the food was amazing (the best eggs benedict ive ever had) and the wait staff were so accommodating and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend this place!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service5Ambience5
    Really tasty! A chill ambient brunch vibe. I had an egg breakfast - would recommend

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  31. AliciaP

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service4Ambience4
    Quiet restaurant in the bottom of the W Hotel. Food was great, the fries were very good. Burger pop up was cute and tasty. Very cute decor.

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  32. NaraA

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    Overall4Food3Service4Ambience5
    Great vibe . Delicious food will be back can’t wait to go back

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  33. Ahmed

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    Overall3Food2Service4Ambience4
    Meh not the best food but the space is nice and service is good. Price is reasonable but the food is very mediocre

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  34. BarbaraS

    Toronto

    11 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service4Ambience3
    Don’t like the breakfast menu. Too limited. Kinda pricey. Ambience is ok not great. Would not return and would not recommend.

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  35. Neveragain

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    Overall1Food1Service1Ambience3
    I was excited to introduce this place to celebrate my friend’s birthday as I always walk by public school. The service was poor, felt rushed; was still eating and waiter just put her hand on my plate to grab it instead of asking; the table was small hence why the waiter took all menu even the drink menu which we still wanted to grab more drinks, expected better on the food, the experience was not good.

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  36. Paris1

    Toronto

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    Overall3Food3Service2Ambience3
    The staff is poorly trained. The wait is so pretentious, and snobbish. Food was good, not exceptional. If you only drink water and tea, they seem to ignore you.

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  37. Coffee

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service5Ambience5
    Excellent place for lunch. Great food. Great service. Excellent espresso. Unfortunately, I was not able to enjoy an espresso this time because they turned off the espresso machine!

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  38. Master

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    Overall1Food1Service2Ambience2
    We took our aunt for a birthday breakfast and it was the worst place we could have gone. It took 20 minutes for our coffees to arrive And the food was rather disappointing. The flavours were overwhelming and the bread tasted like cardboard. I’m not sure if I can think of any other place in Canada that has screwed up breakfast or brunch so badly.

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  39. StaciaD

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Went here for a birthday brunch for my friend. Staff were lovely. Food was delcious and prompt. Great overall experience. Would definitely return!

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  40. Ches

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    Overall3Food3Service3Ambience4
    I checked the menu prior to coming here so I can already choose what to order. However, upon ordering, everything I asked for on the menu was unavailable. So I had to settle for what is available. Although it is also good, I was just sad that it wasn’t what I came here for.

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FAQs

W Toronto - PUBLIC SCHOOL offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 515-2585.

W Toronto - PUBLIC SCHOOL is rated 4.5 stars by 82 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 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for W Toronto - PUBLIC SCHOOL

90 Bloor St E, Toronto, ON M4W 3G9

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Yonge & Bloor
  • Neighbourhood
    Yorkville
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Regional American (Creative Western), Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public Transit
    Bloor Subway Station
  • Additional
    Cafe, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
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