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Sassafraz, Toronto, ON

Sassafraz

4.5
4.5
3523 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Contemporary Canadian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 44 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
A beloved local landmark, Sassafraz has welcomed guests to enjoy its contemporary Canadian cuisine, warm hospitality, and unparalleled service for over two decades. Chef Geoff Webb's ever-evolving seasonal menu showcases our relationships with local farms and purveyors. Set in an array of Victorian rowhouses, Sassafraz has evolved through the decades to become a magical space in the heart of historic Yorkville. The iconic little house and its romantic interior make it one of the most stunning restaurants in Toronto.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Bistro, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–4:45 pm Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 964-2222
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Geoff Webb
  • Private party facilities
    Sassafraz is the perfect setting for a corporate event, a wedding reception or a private event of any kind. With over 10,000 square feet on two levels, Sassafraz is available for lunch, dinner or cocktail receptions. Our cuisine and unparalleled service makes Sassafraz the venue of choice for many Fortune 500 companies. (photo courtesy of Manuela Stefan Photography)
  • Neighbourhood
    Yorkville
  • Cross Street
    Bloor and Bay Streets
  • Parking details
    10 Bellair Street, Bay and Cumberland, Avenue and Cumberland.
  • Public transit
    Bay Subway Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cafe, Cocktails, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,523 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto

    Contemporary Canadian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sassafraz, nestled in the heart of Yorkville, offers a remarkable dining experience with its "consistently amazing" food and "excellent service." Guests relish the elegant ambience, highlighted by a tranquil waterfall and stylish decor. Whether for brunch or dinner, Sassafraz impresses with its "outstanding" meals and attentive staff, making it a must-visit.

3,523 Reviews
  1. Scott

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Chicken supreme was delicious and service by James was exemplary.

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  2. DeborahW

    New York City

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was a pleasure to go to Sassafras. The service is always fantastic and I love the food. Thank you.

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  3. Jen

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The perfect place to refresh, food and service were excellent.

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  4. Mark

    Toronto

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner with a friend. I love the dining room with the noise absorbing ceiling, more restaurants should consider the noise level! Food was great and the service was flawless. I live nearby and have been wanting to try this place for years and I an so glad I did. I will be back for sure!

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  5. Barbara

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Was not worth the price. All very posh pooling: the interior and the menu but unfortunately it doesn't deliver😔

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  6. Sonja

    Toronto

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Horrible food. Very disappointing. I expected a lot more from them as in the past.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and excellent service. Will definitely come back. The ceviche was very good and I loved the beef tartare.

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  8. rita

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is my local go to… always good food and cute spot

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  9. Paul

    Toronto

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    They bring the food first and the wine after and the burger was over cooked hard.

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  10. Robert

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat outside in October and all was perfect. Service exceptional and food terrific.

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FAQs

Sassafraz offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 964-2222.

Sassafraz is rated 4.5 stars by 3523 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 44 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sassafraz

100 Cumberland Street, Toronto, ON M5R 1A6

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bloor and Bay Streets
  • Neighbourhood
    Yorkville
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–4:45 pm Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Bistro, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    10 Bellair Street, Bay and Cumberland, Avenue and Cumberland.
  • Public transit
    Bay Subway Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Geoff Webb
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cafe, Cocktails, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (416) 964-2222
  • Private party facilities
    Sassafraz is the perfect setting for a corporate event, a wedding reception or a private event of any kind. With over 10,000 square feet on two levels, Sassafraz is available for lunch, dinner or cocktail receptions. Our cuisine and unparalleled service makes Sassafraz the venue of choice for many Fortune 500 companies. (photo courtesy of Manuela Stefan Photography)
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