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Aloette, Toronto, ON
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Aloette

CAN$31 to CAN$50
Bistro

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2 people
19:00
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
Opened in 2017. Michelin-recommended since 2022.

We first imagined Aloette to be the perfect diner that we’d want to dine in – a menu with a great cheeseburger paired with a fantastic and fun wine list, a long row of bar stools facing the bar and the kitchen, and an energetic atmosphere accented with an old school hip hop playlist. The buzz of the dining room mirrors the energy of the street on Spadina Avenue; the dining room itself mimics a train’s dining car. It’s a bistro-meets-diner-meets-internationally-inspired menu which is also representative of the diverse culture in Toronto. Our service team is upbeat and genuine but also deeply knowledgeable about the menu and offerings.

Brunch at Aloette was something we said we’d never do. But the city kept asking and we’re glad to be a new staple in the Queen West neighbourhood for mimosas, chicken and waffles, and piping hot coffees.

We hope you love our little diner as much as we and our team do.

Patrick Kriss & Zane Pearl

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Patrick Kriss

From the OpenTable editors: The casual sibling of acclaimed restaurant Alo, Aloette redefines comfort food with impeccable execution and high-quality ingredients. The restaurant’s rail car-inspired interior feels both plush and nostalgic, while dishes like the iceberg wedge, burger topped with Beaufort and lemon meringue pie have achieved near-legendary status in Toronto since the restaurant opened in 2017.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Contemporary American, Canadian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 260-3444
  • Website
    https://aloetterestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Aloette is available for private buyouts of our entire dining room.
  • Location
    163 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5V 2L6
  • Area
    Entertainment District
  • Cross Street
    Southeast corner of Queen St and Spadina Ave
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Osgoode Subway Station
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

Experiences

  • 4 Course Menu - New Year's at Aloette

    CA$95.00 per person

    Prepaid

    30 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
    Join us on December 30th & 31st for a special 4 course menu from our chef's to celebrate the New Year! Featuring a mix of Aloette classics and seasonal special items, this menu consists of a mix of sharing and individually plated courses. Kindly note that we may not be able to accommodate all dietary restrictions for this special menu. If you have any questions ahead of booking, our team is happy to assist you at info@aloetterestaurant.com. All reservations will require prepayment in full including a 20% service charge. All prepaid reservations for December 30th and 31st are final and non-refundable.
    4 Course Menu - New Year's at Aloette photo

  • 5 Course Menu - New Year's at Aloette

    CA$165.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Join us on New Year's Eve for a special 5 course menu from our chef's to celebrate the New Year, including a glass of bubbles for a midnight toast! Featuring a mix of Aloette classics and seasonal special items, this menu consists of a mix of sharing and individually plated courses. Kindly note that we may not be able to accommodate all dietary restrictions for this special menu. If you have any questions ahead of booking, our team is happy to assist you at info@aloetterestaurant.com. All reservations will require prepayment in full including a 20% service charge. All prepaid reservations for December 30th and 31st are final and non-refundable.
    5 Course Menu - New Year's at Aloette photo

Menu

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What 211 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Bistro

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aloette offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "exceptional cuisine and service." The cozy diner-like ambiance features a "cool vibe" and "energetic staff." Signature dishes like the "fried chicken," "wedge salad," and "lemon meringue pie" are highly praised. While some find it pricey, the "delicious food" and "fantastic atmosphere" make it a must-visit in Toronto.

211 Reviews

  1. Will

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall restaurant experience was great. Music a little loud for conversation. Food was very good, fries and tots were on the cool side and too many leftover bits in the fries. Service was great attention to detail, The Manager was the best, welcoming, friendly, good sense of humour and very attentive.

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  2. Maria

    VIP

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Long wait for our table but the staff made it up to us. Food was excellent.

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  3. John

    VIP

    Coastal Georgia

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Aloette is even better than all the hype. The service was excellent, cocktails perfectly executed and the food was delicious.
    AloetteResponded 1 day ago
    Hello John, thank you for sharing your visit and for your kind words! We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your experience and we can't wait to host you again soon. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  4. Chris

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was incredible and the atmosphere is very easy going which is an hard too find combination.
    AloetteResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Chris, we are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed the food and atmosphere during your visit. Thank you for sharing your experience and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  5. Courtney

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything we ordered was phenomenal. We have been here multiple times and always have a good experience. Our waiter, Andrew was amazing and knowledgeable on all their dishes.
    AloetteResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Courtney, we are so thrilled to hear how much you enjoy dining with us! Thank you for your kind words, we will be sure to share them with Andrew. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and we can't wait to host you again. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  6. Gabriel

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was really tasty, as expected. Good service, everyone was courteous and polite. The place was full, and with the music it was a bit too loud overall. Still a very good experience.
    AloetteResponded 7 days ago
    Hello Gabriel, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are pleased to hear how much you enjoyed the food and service during your visit and we look forward to hosting you again! Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  7. Vickie

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our brunch. Food was wonderful and the small size of the restaurant ensures a pleasant atmosphere.
    AloetteResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Vickie, thank you for taking the time to share your visit. We are so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed the food and atmosphere and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  8. Marcel

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it. Service was exceptional. Food was superb. Will be back.
    AloetteResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Marcel, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are so pleased to hear how thoroughly you enjoyed your visit and we look forward to hosting you again! Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  9. Fiona

    VIP

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible!!! Service. Food. Ambiance. Music. Perfection. We didn’t realize there was a time constraint as we were caught up in our convo, and the next table had arrived…so we weren’t able to order the spectacular lemon meringue pie which we were a bit sad about, but then poof! They were so thoughtful and put in a bag for us when we were leaving. That’s the epitome of hospitality. I love it here, the food is perfection. Everything is. Cannot recommend it enough! Wedge salad, tots, chicken, scallops - everything was divine.
    AloetteResponded on 14 December 2024
    Hello Fiona, thank you for sharing your visit and for your kind words. We are so pleased to hear how much you thoroughly enjoyed your experience with us and we truly look forward to hosting you again! Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  10. Karen

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great cocktails and service, knowing the menu from previous visits is there an opportunity to rethink some things?

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FAQs

Aloette is rated 4.7 stars by 211 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Aloette

163 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5V 2L6

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Southeast corner of Queen St and Spadina Ave
  • Area
    Entertainment District
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Contemporary American, Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Osgoode Subway Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Website
    https://aloetterestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (416) 260-3444
  • Private party facilities
    Aloette is available for private buyouts of our entire dining room.
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