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The Carbon Bar, Toronto, ON
The Carbon Bar, Toronto, ON
The Carbon Bar, Toronto, ON
The Carbon Bar, Toronto, ON
The Carbon Bar, Toronto, ON

The Carbon Bar

4.5
4.5
1555 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary American
The Carbon Bar:
Where fun-loving aficionado’s, gourmands and bon vivants meet to share un-pretentious snacks, plates and platters delivered with impeccable hospitality in a space inspired by the storied past of a rock’n’roll discotheque, an upstart TV station and a media giant’s studio.

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2 people

11:00 p.m.


Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Barbecue, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 947-7000
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kris Hansen
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private dining options, perfect for any occasion from corporate events to social gatherings. Our team at The Carbon Bar love hosting and we have one of the greatest venues for it.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Coordinator : (416) 947-7000
  • Neighbourhood
    Financial District
  • Cross Street
    Church St
  • Parking Details
    A few in a couple block radius. Green P by St. Michaels hospital, Private lot on Church south of Richmond, Private lot on Queen and Jarvis.
  • Public Transit
    Nearest Street Car stops: Queen Street East and Church <br />Subway: Queen
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's Tasting Experience Plus Menu

    $95.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    The Carbon Bar Experience ($95/person) offers a delectable and flavoursome tasting of our à la carte menu served to elevate and curate an unforgettable dining experience at The Carbon Bar. All items on the fixed menus will be served to you and your guests, family-style, where all plates are designed to be shared amongst the group. Please let us know if there are any allergies or dietary restrictions that we should be made aware of as the menus can be modified to accommodate accordingly. Please note that the participation of the entire group is required.
  • East Coast Oyster Season 1/2 price

    $18.00 per person

    Sept 19 - Dec 31, 2023
    🦪 Are you ready for a shuck-Tacular experience? 🤩 Get ready to embark on a culinary voyage that will tantalize your taste buds like never before. It's Oyster Season in Canada, and The Carbon Bar is your ticket to an ocean of flavor and savings! 💰 Every Tuesday, join us for Half-Price Oysters! Expertly Prepared Laurence our renowned Toronto Fish Monger prepare oysters to perfection, offering a variety of mouthwatering accompaniments and sauces. Craft Cocktails: Complement your oyster feast with our signature cocktails, designed to enhance your dining experience. Join us for an epic night of shells and laughs Carbon Bar

What 1,555 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Contemporary American

  • Old Toronto

    Good for groups

1,555 Reviews
  1. N8RG

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food4service3ambience1
    Been many times. This was the worst time. Made res in lounge before a concert. Had to book with a $45 deposit per person on a Sunday evening?Pretty sparse when we arrived. Were going to seat us between two tables and asked a for a different table (lots of empty tables!) and they moved us to a table next to the only other occupied table in the dining area. Why? Service was extremely slow, and the drink I wanted (Texas Tea, one of the reasons we were there) was not available. One of your SIX signature cocktails? The smoked old fashioned I ordered was hardly smoked. Not sure what is going on at bar, but the food was as good as usual. Can I charge you $45 fee that you credit me because you were unable to provide the service and drinks I was expecting? And it was still sparse when we left. It was not a good experience.

    The Carbon BarResponded 1 day ago

    Thank you for taking the time time to make an honest review about your last visit to Carbon Bar. Can please connect with me Via Email so we can arrange time for you to come back to Carbon bar and enjoy a Texas Tea with our compliments. We will also arrange a perfect table and some snacks for you and a guest. My email is Brad@thecarbonbar.ca

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  2. BobbyA

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Disappointing experience this time. The service was ok, but definitely not attentive. Food was ok, nothing special, arrived at room temperature even though it took about 45 minutes. We ordered 3 orders of the meat selections and a full rack of ribs for 4 adults and two small kids. The chefs selection plates were definitely not generous. We made a comment about it and were told that they will be happy to replenish if needed but no one came to ask about it later. It was a birthday celebration that was not acknowledged. Why ask if it’s a special celebration when making the reservation if no one in the restaurant will acknowledge it. At a certain point two waiters and a manager came to check if we are finished and started to clear the table even though we weren’t even two hours there. Even though the table was reserved for 21/2 hours . Felt rushed to leave. We doubt if we’ll be ever be back .

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  3. renren

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    the meal was decent but the service was not good. we were told the gf substitution was one thing and then it was another, they forgot our coleslaw. the waiter would disappear for long stretches of time, didn’t check on us so we didn’t have a chance to ask for the coleslaw. the only time we got his undivided attention was when he sweatily stood right over each of us watching what we tipped as we each paid. the runner who brought us the food was super nice. promote him.

    The Carbon BarResponded 4 days ago

    Reren, We are sorry that the service wasn't up to your standards. Would you mind reaching out to our GM brad@thecarbonbar.ca i know he will want to make it right with you

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  4. SofiaA

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and delicious food. Overall ambience was perfect for our occasion as well.

    The Carbon BarResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you Sofia for the perfect review!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food5service2ambience4
    Food never disappoints! Main reason that makes me go back. The servers well trained and pleasant. Two main disappointments tho: 1. We booked 3 tables thru separate OpenTable accounts for a big group dinner. We made an adjustment to reduce 1 table size mins before we actually had a few more guests joining (which should just be our initial booking). The event coordinator made the process EXTREMELY FRUSTRATING and was VERY RUDE when handling the unexpected change. NOT PROFESSIONAL AT ALL. Not only did she not propose us with a solution, she was being very rude and almost yelled at us and our guests. In the end, it was of my guests that offered to sit at the bar to move on. Which leads to my second disappointment of the evening. 2. We ordered lots of food including a seafood platter and a bunch of smoked meat items for 3 ppl. Again the meat is DELICIOUS! But the seafood platter took almost 45mins to get served.

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  6. SpencerA

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staying at a hotel nearby, concierge recommended the carbon bar. Normally a bit sniffy about BBQ joints (a bit spit n sawdust) but this place was smart, clean and modern. Great drink selection, staff were friendly and food was great! Really BIG portions, so be warned! If I was here longer I’d go again! 🇨🇦🥳❤️❤️

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  7. Patoronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Excellent brisket and burger! ...................

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An outstanding experience. Great ambiance matched the food quality. Staff went above and beyond.

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  9. Lonecrow

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time here and it was great. The food was very tasty and the service was great

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  10. PhilipR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely incredible food and amazing service. The wait staff were all friendly and engaging and the manager Mark took the time to come to our table and talk with the group. It's hard to pick which was better - the outstanding BBQ or the incredible service! Highly recommend!

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  11. Abby

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Good upscale bbq joint in the city - the ambience is what really makes The Carbon Bar stand out. Cocktails are creative and fun but the bbq was just okay - the night we went, the ribs and the pulled pork were dry although their in-house sauces were really good and complimentary to different meats. The best parts for me were the brisket and the sausage.

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  12. joelb

    Indiana

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We did the tasting menu and got a lot of good food with variety. This is the way to go when you eat here. Ask to see the bourbon cart you will be impressed.

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  13. Estaban

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    Servers that tended the bar were great. Table service was barely adequate. Food was decent and ambiance was ok. Feels like a warehouse with expensive prices.

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  14. ClydeF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was outstanding. As it always is. Thats why I frequent Carbon regularly.

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  15. PatrickO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service. Would definitely go back in again when in Toronto.

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  16. FoodieMTL2021

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Great service and drinks. Food was ok. Service was very good. Loud.

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  17. FaizH

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    I've come here for my birthday for 7 years and sadly it may be my last. Server wasn't present even though it was a slow night (assuming my the empty tables), brisket was dry, and chicken was more breaded than usual. Food was good but not as it once was. Sad to end an era like this.

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  18. ShaunD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Easily one of the best restaurants in Toronto! There isn’t one thing we ordered that wasn’t a wow.

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  19. Gord

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Spectacular BBQ, definitely worth a visit. Try the Carbon experience.

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  20. JodyB

    Miami - Dade

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The vibe at The Carbon Bar is relaxed and the food is amazing. It was a perfect place for our business dinner and we can’t wait to go back.

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  21. BenT

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Best meat I’ve EVER had and I’ve had a lot! Very accommodating with ordering for our kids. Slightly strange music (60/70s classics) but other than that it was simply stunning, amazing

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and the food was incredible. Would definitely eat here again!

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  23. JanM

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    First time at the Carbon Bar and enjoyed it. Both are meals were very good - Caesar salad starter which was good for two and then Mango chicken and Brisket for our mains. Big open dining space which could be loud if it was busier and were seated next to a loud and talkative group beside us which made our conversation have to be louder too. Expensive drinks - wine @ $30 glass for 9oz. Cool place and vibe and nice bbq place downtown.

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  24. Adora

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took boyfriend here for his birthday. We got the tasting menu and loved every dish! 10/10 would come back.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere and great food. Service was amazing. Highly recommended

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  26. ZeeH

    Ottawa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was served at a steady pace and everything we had was delicious.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    We had a very enjoyable experience at the carbon bar! We had been wanting to try it for some time! Upon sitting down, our server asked if we were celebrating anything and we replied our 11 year anniversary. He went to put in our food order and came back with 2 glasses of prosecco which was so thoughtful! Lovely gesture! We decided to do the $79pp tasting menu and it was great! Highly reccommend! We had delicious Shishito peppers and cauliflower. Fresh mojito ceviche and ceasar salad. We had the meat plate for 2 included in this! We got so much food! They also included a nice sparkler with dessert! I also really enjoyed the cocktails that we had! I had the southern paradise and my fiance had texas tea! Both great! Lots of non alcoholic options as well! Will definitely be back!

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  28. VivienB

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    The moctails were beyond sweet and not drinkable. The Mac and cheese and bbq was great, although they were missing sauces and their in house sauces were not the greatest. Nice atmosphere but way too overpriced for mediocre bbq.

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  29. GerryM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Carbon Bar restaurant is a hot spot to hang with close friends and enjoy outstanding food and drinks. Call ahead for a reservation, since the place packs up.

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  30. gaixx

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Summerlicious patron absolutely amazing service and welcoming by staff. Starters good would pass on meat quesadillas as we ordered the mixed meat platter so Caesar salad or salmon worked better. ribs ,brisket and pulled pork were perfect, with or without sauces . Desserts were tiny tiny and a bit disappointing 2 little scoops of mango sorbet other flavours I couldn't identify boring presentation and banoffee pie was small and super sweet but great ambiance and overall great food and staff

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  31. DRSW

    Toronto

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Yannick and his team are always amazing. Delicious food, amazing cocktails and always friendly service -- thank you Maria!

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  32. Jackie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never disappoints! food and drinks are always so good 👌🏻 Had a great girls night celebrating.

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  33. JanetL

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Service was quick and friendly. Food was very good. We will go back again.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Carbon Experience very good. Wish there was more cauliflower though. The salmon was great, wish portion was bigger The main course with the 3 meats was very generously portioned.

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  35. Cindy

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience4
    Food was overcooked, portions were small considering the price, and short staff of waiters led to taking an hour before I could place an order.

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  36. TigF

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Carbon is a perennial favourite. The food is always excellent and the ambience is perfect. Summerlicious is a great deal so catch it if you can!

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  37. SharonC

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Spectacular barbeque food. Clearly made with a passion for the craft.

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  38. KevinC

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Over all I loved the Carbon Bar and I will visit again. I loved the ambiance, the noise level was just as you would expect for a one open room restaurant. The rib steak with peppercorn sauce was perfect, if you are not a fan of peppercorn sauce it is served separately my guest first said she didn't' like peppercorn sauce but once she tasted it she liked it but did use the sauce sparingly, she also brushed off the peppercorns. The ribs were great, some of the best I have had, they were a little on the dry side but still acceptable. The ribs were big and meaty, with the sides I ordered I could not get through them. The steak came with fries and the ribs came with coleslaw so I ordered sides, cornbread and pork and beans, the pork in the pork and beans was pulled pork which was genius. The sides are enough for two with a dinner. Overall, the portions are big, I ordered too much, we ended up taking leftovers home and they made for a big lunch. My only comment is that I would have liked to have seen BBQ chicken as a separate item on the menu, it was only available in the "pitmaster" special which is allot of meat, I ordered the Banoffee pie it to go., it' one of my faves. This seems like a riff on Banoffee but sometimes you riff so far it no longer resembles its namesake. Banoffee Pie is graham cracker crust with a fairly thin layer of dulce de leche, with a layer of bananas similar to bananas foster topped with a fairly thick layer of whipped cream. Your version was graham cracker crust, then just one thick layer of what seemed like was sugar pie made with browned butter. There was no layer of bananas, I don't think other than one slice of banana on top for decoration, there were no bananas in the pie and there was a squiggle of icing not a layer of whipped cream. The dessert was delicious, I ate it all but it was not Banoffee pie. Highly recommend the carbon bar, I will be back, likely for the pitmaster, I will bring a fellow BBQ lover .

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  39. IJustWorkHereMan

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Service was fantastic. We called because we were running late, they shifted out reservation with no hesitation or question. Our server was a sweetheart and super helpful and attentive without being a nuisance. (A very difficult line to walk) Atmosphere is great, loved the vibe, although the music was a bit too loud for our tastes it wasn't unpleasantly so that you couldn't have a conversation at a reasonable level. Food was fantastic. We had meat and non meat options, all excellent. BBQ sauce served with the brisket was too sweet for my personal tastes but thats ok because the brisket itself was smoked/seasoned beautifully and didn't need it. Will absolutely be back in the future.

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  40. ChrisW

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Second time visiting Carbon bar (approximately 2 years in between visits), food was fantastic as our group shared the pitmaster platter. A great amount of food between the group. Only negative thing I could say is that we asked the person cleaning tables to get our cheque and they didn't communicate that to the server. Outside of this, fantastic experience and will be 100% returning.

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FAQs

The Carbon Bar does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. The Carbon Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 947-7000.

The Carbon Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 1555 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 17 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Carbon Bar

99 Queen St East, Toronto, ON M5C 1S2

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Church St
  • Neighbourhood
    Financial District
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Barbecue, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    A few in a couple block radius. Green P by St. Michaels hospital, Private lot on Church south of Richmond, Private lot on Queen and Jarvis.
  • Public Transit
    Nearest Street Car stops: Queen Street East and Church Subway: Queen
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kris Hansen
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (416) 947-7000
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private dining options, perfect for any occasion from corporate events to social gatherings. Our team at The Carbon Bar love hosting and we have one of the greatest venues for it.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Coordinator : (416) 947-7000
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