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KŌST

4.5
4.5
3733 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Californian
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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2 people

11:00 p.m.


Booked 69 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Californian, Contemporary Asian, Asian

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (437) 800-5938

  • 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: (888) 282-7892

  • Neighbourhood

    Entertainment District

  • Cross Street

    King and Blue Jays Way

  • Parking Details

    Valet Parking with the Bisha Hotel $30.00 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 3,733 people are saying

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Old Toronto

    Great for brunch

  • Old Toronto

    Great for scenic views

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  1. EEEE

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    The service was great but the food was just ok. Very simple and short menu, unsofisticated dishes. Not worth the hight price they charge.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Order taking was sloppy. They took 48 minutes between drinks and food. Had to wait and ask them for food 4 times.
  3. MartinC

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Very nice people and astonishing view over the CN tower
  4. Luv2eatout

    Toronto

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service by Jacob. We had perfect table by the window. Thank you.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a really nice time at kost! Amazing view, delicious food, great service
  6. JCourtney

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every time we have brunch at Kost we have a great experience. Service was excellent.
  7. JordanG

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Great for a casual meal or something more celebratory
  8. MauroT

    Toronto

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ottimo ambiente, accoglienza, servizio e cibo di ottima qualità. Ed anche la vista è molto bella
  9. Jass

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Good vibe but not many options for vegans. They could improve on that
  10. Amanda1430

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food3service4ambience5
    Recommended. Good ambitious food with some misses and some stand-out. Excellent service, guaranteed enjoyable night.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and lovely views for our friend’s birthday party! Loved the food and would definitely be back.
  12. AshM

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Great service! Great view of the city!
  13. Theresa

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely loved the service we got from the second we stepped out of the elevator. The food was delicious and quick and the service was top tier. Thank you, KŌST!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Food was mediocre. Parts of the steak were chewy and we ordered 3. The apps were great either. Calamari was good. Service was wonderful and ambience too. Gets pretty loud but it’s a good vibe
  15. KendraH

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience2
    If you find yourself outside the giant blue heads and giant black doors of the Bisha hotel, you are in the right place - now go up 44 floors. The menu has enough variety to keep everyone happy, and the tofu-carrot dish was a clever and extremely tasty vegetarian option. The staff was friendly and attentive too - working in tandem with each other to make sure all the tables were taken care of promptly and politely. However, the music was up so loud that even the teenager wanted to leave after a few minutes, and the tables were so close to each other that despite the driving music you can hear all the conversations around you. From the atmosphere and the conversations around us (brags about yachts & personal tailors, shooing waiters away to get Insta photos of the food) this is clearly a place to see, be seen, and show off, not a place to relax and enjoy your food. I feel bad for the really nice staff who have to work in that environment, and disappointed that I won't be back to try some of the other delicious-sounding items on the menu, but the vibe was just too bad.
  16. Kristian

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Went for a date night, couldn’t be more pleased. Great view from the 44th floor, and the smoked short rib was amazing
  17. Kman

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always fantastic experience at the Kost!! Always go for brunch there (their eggs Benedict with avocado and chicken sausage are out of this world). The staff is so amazing and accommodating we love going back there! Thank you for the kindness! The one feedback would be music sound - I don't remember it being ever an issue in our past visits but yesterday it was pretty loud and given the style of the place not many materials to absorb the sound so it was slightly cutting on the ears :) Thank you! We will be back many times more!
  18. AustinM

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience1
    For the most part, the food and drink were fantastic. The calamari was the best I have ever had. My partner said the salmon dish was delicious, and it did look like it. However, I do not recommend the Lamb tacos though as it was just ok and you have to make the tacos yourself, which was a big turn-off. The service was overall positive. Our server was great and extremely professional, however, I did feel they were trying a bit too professional at some points that it came off slightly insincere. The biggest negative for me was the sound level—the music was unbearably loud, enough that I would need to raise my voice so my date could hear me/I could barely hear them, and the song choices were repetitive/monotonous. The other negative was the high seating chairs were quite uncomfortable after about an hour.
  19. P3xxi22

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our Server was amazing! She was super kind and thoughtful. Thank you guys for adding gold flakes and pearls to my birthday cake! Great experience overall
  20. veel

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience5
    The level of service was excellent, very attentive, polite and welcoming. The decor and atmosphere was lovely and cozy, although a tad too loud so sometimes difficult to hear my partner and staff speaking. I was disappointed in the food, it fell below my expectations. We both ordered apps to start, it was mediocre. The main we both ordered the rib eye, medium rare, to say it simply it was uncooked (more like a rare). This dinner was to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday which I noted when making the reso. I wasn't expecting anything but it wasn't acknowledged, simple happy birthday would suffice. Also made a request for a window seating which wasn't met or acknowledged. Although there was a few seats by the windows that were available upon arrival. Overall, my experience didn't equate the value of the meal.
  21. SabaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was so good we had the stake and ravioli. Both were really good. We had the first two desert on the desert menu and the 1st one was mouth watering good. The second was just OK when you compare the two. I would definitely come back!!
  22. K8eEats

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience! From immediately being greeted when getting off the elevator to the attentive server the service was A+. The menu was interesting and I wanted to try everything, but thoroughly enjoyed the tuna tartare, duck empanadas and lamb tacos. The atmosphere was stylish but not too pretentious. And the views are great! Will be back in the summer when the windows are open.
  23. Cindy

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Service and ambiance was undeniably excellent and we had a lovely table with exquisite view. Food was decent. We had higher expectations including grass fed, wild caught and organic options due to being a higher end restaurant. But to be fair that’s not on everyone’s radar yet. Vegetarian options sparse due to limited menu. Note that the Online menu didn’t match in person menu. A lovely touch at the end of the meal was a birthday cake surprise which was super appreciated and quite delicious even from a non-desert loving palate. A definite touch of class. Would definitely go again and do recommend for a unique experience with friendly and great service.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Beautiful spot, with wonderful service and tasty food. Can’t wait to go back!!
  25. MSood

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Food was third class, I could’ve made it at home. Oysters were terrible, tofu salad was shockingly tasteless. Had to send the ribs back to be re heated and are you just throwing generic off the shelf bbq sauce on it?
  26. PGSoBless

    Toronto

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the service, food and ambience was great! I had the ricotta agnolotti and it was very good. For the price point I was expecting a larger portion. I also had the super rocher and it was divine. Not overly chocolaty and just enough.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrating my birthday with my adult children. Service was great, food and drinks met our expectation and seating was excellent.
  28. AndrewM

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot! Will return. Food portions was larger than expected which was a great surprise
  29. JoanM

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, service and atmosphere . Great night!
  30. emmanuelrue

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Lovely location, wait staff was great -- main issue was incorrectly cooked steaks (medium rare was well done and medium bordering also on well)...
  31. PreetiL

    Miami - Dade

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    This was a great weekday lunch spot with fantastic views, service and ambiance. There was a good variety of food options, with something for everyone. This was a post Call to the Bar celebration lunch and everyone had a great time. The staff were accomodating and helpful. The view was beautiful.
  32. LizH

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great experience at Kost. Super drinks and delicious food. It was super for a Sunday lunch!
  33. FionaM

    Toronto

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Fantastic room with a great view. The food was good and reasonably priced. Server was charming but overworked, so service was a tiny bit slow. But the effort was there. We will be back. P
  34. ValS

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, beautiful view and ambiance.
  35. AlisonG

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience4
    The food was awesome but it being our first time there, we were asking for recommendations on how to order from the small plates menu. Best we got was “it’s up to you”. Turned out we ordered piles and piles of toast plus an extra order of focaccia. It would have taken our server only a moment to tell us that the plates we ordered came with ample bread and we didn’t need the extra focaccia. We were in and out within a 70 minutes which felt rushed and unpleasant. All in all, food was great, service was profoundly disappointing.
  36. StephanS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Servers were amazing. Regarding cocktails, apps, mains and sides - lots of choices and very tasty. Would definitely go back. My favourite was their Manhattan, ceviche, smoked short ribs, and brussel sprouts.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous dinner with a friend. We were both impressed! Shared burrata and had the steak for dinner with a lovely wine pairing. Staff was excellent as well. Would definitely go back!
  38. Nolivia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience5
    Got the wrong first course, then got the right first course but twice. Asked for a napkin and had to ask again because I didn’t get one the first time. I had cutlery placed for my second course but it was dirty. It was then replaced twice with clean cutlery but it was the wrong set of utensils for the course. Agnolotti is a spoon, not a fork and knife. I work in a 5 star restaurant and I understand how placements work and that you check cleanliness of cutlery BEFORE you serve the utensils. We also received the wrong bill ($27 instead of $150 is a big difference). I was excited to eat here but service lacked. However the food was amazing.
  39. Yara

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    The burrata needed, salt pepper balsamic and olive oil to taste ok The steak was so salty The waitress kept on asking to clear dishes although we still had food in them and still eating Too expensive for the above mentioned experience
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cant say enough good things about this place from manager to server to maître d to busboy. All professional and wonderful team. Definitely a new favourite for us. And the view ahh so wonderful

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 3733 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:00 p.m.


Booked 69 times today
Google Map for KŌST

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 8:00 am–3:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 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 $30.00 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

  • 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: (888) 282-7892

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