KŌST

Name: KŌST
Address: 80 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5V 2G3
Telephone: (437) 800-5938
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

4168 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Californian

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Kōst is a 44th-floor rooftop restaurant and bar featuring unparalleled panoramic views of the city from Toronto’s BISHA Hotel. Inspired by the Baja Peninsula, Executive Chef Sung Won Hwang, unites the bright, fresh and lively flavours of the Californian coastline by way of colourful dishes and refreshing cocktails. Kōst welcomes guests for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sept 21, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 75 times today

Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Californian, Contemporary Asian, Asian
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:15 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(437) 800-5938
Website
http://www.kosttoronto.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Sung Won Hwang
Private party facilities
Kōst offers a quick escape to the California coastline, with al fresco dining, a world-renowned infinity pool and unparalleled city and lakeshore views.
Private party contact
Reservations Team: (437) 800-5938

Location
80 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON M5V 2G3
Neighbourhood
Entertainment District
Cross Street
King and Blue Jays Way
Parking Details
Valet Parking with the Bisha Hotel $35.00 Flat Rate
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,168 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

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.6Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Toronto / Ontario
Most Booked
Old Toronto
Great for brunch
Old Toronto
Hot spot
Old Toronto
Great for outdoor dining
Old Toronto
Great for scenic views
Old Toronto
Most Booked

4,168 Reviews

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ElvisN
Toronto
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall2food3service2ambience3
Main course came after 1 hour in a weekday dinner. When the bill came they already charged 20% tips for a 2 person dinner.
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BobbyB
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot with beautiful views over Toronto harbour. Very tasty menu.
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MGIII
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food2service3ambience4
Food was tasty but ended up getting sick that night and the next day. Servers routinely brought out dishes separately and forgot cutlery. Wine served in plastic cups. Had to request glass.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience5
Brunch menu can be more. Very limited options. Everything else was great.
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NishiS
Montreal
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience3
Beautiful day and Beautiful Patio! The service was great! Apart from a table that had a couple kids who were crying hysterically, nothing went wrong .
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ManatK
Toronto
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience5
The view always sells itself. I had chicken and waffles. The chicken was absolutely delicious but the waffles were very crusty and hard to chew. I have had better at other locations.
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MichelleM
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The views are just outstanding. I had a fantastic margarita cocktail and shared in the calamari, which was prepared in such a refreshing way. Our server was an absolute delight. The umbrellas’ base made it difficult to get in and out of my seat, but other than that it was a great experience.
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Bella714
Chicago
105 reviews
vip
4.0
105 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Great views. Food is good but expensive. Service was okay. Got my steak but took a while to get a steak knife.
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HeenaK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an amazing time with fantastic CN tower and city view. Loved the ambiance .! Will definitely recommend.
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OmarW
Toronto
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience5
The food was just ok. Nothing to write home about. Go to this place for the view, and ambience, maybe a drink. That’s about it.
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GabrielB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The ambience was breathtaking and the staff were so helpful and accommodating. Not to mention, the food. The food was definitely delectable.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The homemade bread, drinks, Brussel sprouts and Rigatoni were amazing. The tacos are good if you like deep fried shells. The vibe is so nice and views were amazing. Our server was so helpful with her suggestions and very friendly. Overall great experience, would go back and recommend!
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Andi
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Visiting from the states and celebrating with co-works on a project, wonderful experience and great food.
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DaniN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
10/10 would go back again. We booked a table for 14:15 on a Monday and when we got there they said the kitchen closes in 5mins. I didn’t now understand it but keep it in mind or ask before you make a reservation especially if you want food.
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vyperboy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing restaurant with very good food. The view of the CN tower is incredible. The cocktails were probably some of the best in Toronto
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NatashaS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall4food2service4ambience5
Rating: (3/5) My recent visit to your restaurant left me with mixed feelings. While there were some highlights, there were also significant drawbacks that I couldn't overlook. First, let's start with the positives. The restaurant boasts very lovely views of Toronto. From our table, we could see the stunning cityscape, which added a unique and charming ambiance to our dining experience. The panoramic vista was indeed a sight to behold and added a touch of romance to our evening. However, the positive vibes quickly dissipated when we delved into the menu. We decided to try their highly recommended dishes – Octopus and Cornish hen. The salty octopus, unfortunately, lived up to its name in all the wrong ways. The dish was excessively salty to the point where it overpowered any other flavors. Very disappointing, considering the price point of the restaurant. While the presentation was visually appealing, the taste did not justify the high price. The portion size was rather small, leaving us craving for more, both in terms of quantity and flavor. One would expect the hen dish would be paired with veggies, rice or some potatoes. Perhaps the most glaring issue was the pricing itself. The menu items were egregiously overpriced for the overall dining experience. I couldn't help but feel that we were paying more for the view than for the culinary experience. It's clear that the restaurant places a premium on the view, but the other aspects of the dining experience, i.e. food and price, need substantial improvement to justify the high prices. In summary, offers very lovely views of Toronto, making it an attractive choice for a special occasion or a romantic date night. However, the high prices and the underwhelming quality of the food make it difficult to recommend this restaurant for those seeking a truly exceptional dining experience. It's a place where you pay a premium for the scenery, but it falls short in delivering a well-rounded culinary experience.
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EsterK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A little windy and chilly on the rooftop. But the ambience view and food are amazing.
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Jennifer
Toronto
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great view! Amazing staff catered to our needs with oysters to start and lots of shared appetizers for a delightful evening experience.
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DavidC
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Beautiful view, poolside. Great ambiance. Excellent food choices and reasonably priced. Anna our server was truly magnificent. Everyone was polite and exemplary. I’m a tea snob… so the following is in that vein Sloane English breakfast tea rather weak in tea liquor taste. Why not consider a supply of loose leaf black tea (in a tin canister). Or steep 2 tea bags in the teapot. Thank you for our wonderful experience.
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Michelle
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Server Herman is the best! Very attentive and made us feel well taken care of. Bravo!
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AsifA
Toronto
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience5
Great view ! No lunch menu on weekend was not expected
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Dcur
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We go to Kost for all our birthday celebrations. Gorgeous setting and delicious food.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely beautiful location wonderful food. The outside is a bit colder when there’s no sun but it’s an amazing place to be at.
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Yang
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Amazing view, nice mocktail, and food. This was my second time visiting.
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Annef
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience5
I came to this restaurant to celebrate my partner’s birthday and to decide if it was the type of place my mum would enjoy. I decided not to purchase a gift certificate for my mother’s 75th birthday because your wine prices are outrageous, the food was cold and the bathrooms disgusting. I parted with $250 for the cheaper steak for the both of us accompanied with one order of fries and one broccolini. We shared an an appetizer and had 2 glasses of red wine (1 each). All of the food was cold, and the Burrata came with one slice of toast cut in half- When I visited the washrooms later in the evening, there were five or six stalls all with no toilet paper, and one stall was completely disgusting Disappointing I would say.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food, great view, great service. The music was a bit loud but overall, we had a delightful evening.
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April
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience5
Food is not as good as I thought it should be and is expensive. Otherwise, service is really great.
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RayM
Dallas
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience2
Service was Not good. Waitresses acted as if we were making them a favor by eating at their venue. We were charged for a drink that we had clearly stated was not good and did not drink - will NOT be recommending this place nor visit again.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Phenomenal view, good food, amazing service. I’d highly recommend!
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Shaylene
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated our anniversary here and were not disappointed! The view was incredible, the food was delightful with great flavors and presentation and the overall experience is one to remember. The atmosphere made it feel like we were on vacation. Would highly recommend!
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TracyS
Orlando
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great view of the city, the food was fantastic. The atmosphere was wonderful, and staff there was very attentive.
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RGIII
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent Rooftop dining experience. Perfect ambiance for a romantic meal!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Super Location mit fantastischem Blick über Toronto. Top DJ, Top Musik. Essen ok, etwas überteuert
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience5
The food was ok but loved everything else. A bit loud for my taste.
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maria
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brought my mom here for her bday brunch. Staff and food was wonderful. No complaints at all.
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mimi
Toronto
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
I reserved sep.2. But our reservation was sep.1. It was very strange
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AdrianT
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall2food3service2ambience2
No recommend not really good No recommend not really good
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Piperito
Toronto
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Service and food was great as always! Do wish the door had been closed to the outside since it was chilly
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elcubano
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall4food2service4ambience5
Great spot for drinks and some apps. Dinner has a lot to be desired for. Also, offering only 1 beer on tap for a restaurant of this quality is baffling. Come for the atmosphere and good vibes, not the food.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food4service3ambience4
We had a fun time at KOST! The vibe was nice - the interior decor gave a beachy atmosphere which was nice! We went around sunset time so the views were amazing definitely the best part of the evening! For drinks, I ordered the sunset margarita which tasted amazing & the spicy tequila pasta was delicious!!
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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
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

KŌST is rated 4.5 stars by 4168 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sept 21, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 75 times today

80 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON M5V 2G3

Additional information

Cross Street
King and Blue Jays Way
Neighbourhood
Entertainment District
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:15 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Cuisines
Californian, Contemporary Asian, Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Valet Parking with the Bisha Hotel $35.00 Flat Rate
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Sung Won Hwang
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.kosttoronto.com/
Phone number
(437) 800-5938
Private party facilities
Kōst offers a quick escape to the California coastline, with al fresco dining, a world-renowned infinity pool and unparalleled city and lakeshore views.
Private party contact
Reservations Team: (437) 800-5938

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KŌST

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

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Popular dishes

Coconut Pancakes

Fried Calamari

Oysters

Menu

What 4,168 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

How is KŌST restaurant rated?

Is KŌST currently accepting bookings?

Make a reservation

Additional information

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