EST Restaurant

4.6

77 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary French

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

ēst Restaurant in Riverside, Toronto, is a modern destination redefining French cuisine with a contemporary edge. Situated on Queen Street East, hēst features a seasonally inspired menu crafted from the finest local ingredients, where bold flavors and innovative techniques meet. Each dish is a tribute to simplicity and sophistication, designed to elevate your dining experience.

Our bar offers an exclusive selection of wines, craft cocktails, and unique signature drinks, perfect for pairing with your meal or enjoying a stylish evening out. With its vibrant yet welcoming atmosphere, hēst is the ideal spot for intimate dinners, celebratory gatherings, or a memorable brunch experience.

Discover the art of contemporary French dining at hēst – a culinary gem at the heart of Riverside.

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Location
729 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1H1
Phone number
(416) 465-3707
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary French, Canadian, French
Hours of Operation
Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jordan Diniz

Experiences

ēst Tasting Menu
CA$135.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Tasting Menu ēst Coast Oyster green apple granita, trout roe, apple balsamic Foie Gras Pairfait buckwheat cracker, fig preserve, blood orange gel, dark chocolate, cognac (GF) Steak Tartare potato pavé, beef tenderloin, kozlik's mustard, egg yolk (GF) Burrata & Caviar Pugliese, 5g Ossetra caviar, Sicilian EVOO, honey (GFO) Charred Octopus honey glazed, black garlic, tarragon, squid ink, yuzu caviar (GF) Lobster Agnolotti champagne butter, fermented garlic scapes, bronze fennel, yuzu air Pain Au Lait K2 Milling, St. Brigid's butter Provimi Veal Tenderloin charred leek, veal jus, black shallot (GF) Strawberry & Elderflower Pavlova lemon thyme meringue, strawberry compote, elderflower cream, compressed strawberry, elderflower liquor (GF) Petit fours White Miso Caramel sesame seeds, thyme Coconut Marshmallow Tahitian vanilla bean Fluintine Crisp white chocolate ganache, fermented blueberry Dark Chocolate Bonbon raspberry fluid gel, white chocolate
Weekend Brunch
Multiple dates available
Join us every Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 3 PM at 729 Queen Street East, Toronto, for a delightful weekend brunch. Enjoy a cozy atmosphere where French and Italian flavors blend seamlessly in our carefully curated menu. Whether you're with family, friends, or on a special outing, our brunch promises a relaxing and delicious experience.
Thursdays: $1 oysters | 25%off Bottles of Bubbles
Multiple dates available
Join us every Thursday for Buck-a-Shuck, where you can enjoy fresh, delicious oysters for just $1 each! Pair your oysters with a bottle of any sparkling wine, and receive 25% off each bottle. This perfect pairing makes for an elevated dining experience at ēst. Don't miss out on this weekly treat!

Truffle Grilled CheeseCA$19.00
brie, prosciutto, mushrooms, honey, caesar salad (GFO) (CP)
Est BreakfastCA$19.00
two sunny side-up eggs, maple bacon, home fries, sourdough (GFO)
Mushroom Truffle TartineCA$21.00
Blackbird sourdough, poached eggs, balsamic, parmesan, home fries (VG) (GFO)
Smoked Salmon BenedictCA$23.00
croissant, brown butter hollandaise espuma, home fries
Chicken & WafflesCA$25.00
buttermilk fried, prosciutto, maple crème anglaise (CP)
Braised Beef BenedictCA$27.00
12-hour, croissant, brown butter hollandaise espuma, home fries
Foie Gras French ToastCA$37.00
brioche, fig preserve, Rosewood Estates honey, balsamic

Sides

Two Side EggCA$5.00
Home FriesCA$5.00
Maple BaconCA$7.00
Smoked SalmonCA$9.00
Parmesan Truffle FriesCA$13.00
black garlic aioli (GF) (VG)

Cold Pressed Juices

B WellCA$9.00
beet, carrot, apple, lemon, ginger
C WellCA$9.00
carrot, orange, lemon, turmeric
Well GreensCA$9.00
spinach, kale, apple, celery, lemon, ginger
Well OJCA$9.00
100% orange juice

Drinks

JuiceCA$4.00
orange, cranberry, mango
MimosaCA$13.00
orange, cranberry, mango
Est Group MimosaCA$60.00
750ml bottle sparking, orange, cranberry, mango
CaesarCA$14.00
Gretzky Ice Storm Vodka, Clamato, Tabasco, worcestershire

What 77 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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EST Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with standout dishes like "the truffle burrata" and "charred octopus." Renowned for its "amazing service," "elegant" ambiance, and "super tasty" menu, it's a "hidden gem" in the downtown core. Ideal for "intimate dates," it promises a "memorable" visit.

77 Reviews

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Justas VIP
Toronto92 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great date spot. Food portions are generious. Service is superb
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Amelia VIP
Toronto1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service, ambiance, and food - will be back!
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Leonardo
Toronto1 review
4.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent quality food, cozy environment and good music.
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Anson
Toronto2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have a great anniversary dinner here. Service is amazing, really taking care of you. Everything is great. The octopus is awesome.
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Andrew
Toronto3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great visit for Winterlicious. Excellent food. Professional service. Lovely/quiet/romantic atmosphere
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Paula
Toronto4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was exceptional as well as the presentation. Our waitress was lovely and they made our anniversary special with an anniversary card and dessert plates that had Happy Anniversary on them. A very nice touch.
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Peter
Toronto4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding Winterlicious meal. Excellent value, taste and service. Highly recommend
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Iva VIP
Toronto29 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had my birthday celebration dinner at est. just a small table for myself and hubby, and as always had a great time. The octopus is the best in the city and will always be ordered by us, we did the Winterlicious dinner option which was best they have ever had! Similar items were on past menus, but 2025 was definitely their best one yet ! Staff were all very attentive and made sure we (and all other patrons) were well taken care of.
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Kriata
Toronto1 review
2.0
Dined on 4 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The winterliscious menu was disappointing. Fish was dry, pasta undercooked. Chocolate cake dessert was dry. Even tho we did not eat our meal - waitress didn’t ask if anything was wrong.
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Hadija
Toronto1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the pleasure of dining at EST for Winterlicious, and the entire experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance set the perfect tone for an unforgettable meal—warm, inviting, and beautifully designed. Every course exceeded my expectations. The appetizer was fresh and flavorful, the entrée was perfectly executed, and the dessert was the ideal sweet ending to the meal. On top of that, the service was outstanding. Our waitress was incredibly attentive, ensuring that everything arrived promptly and that we had everything we needed. I regret not remembering her name because she truly enhanced our dining experience. I highly recommend for anyone looking for a top-tier dining experience in the city!
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FAQs

EST Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 465-3707.

EST Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 77 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

729 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1H1

Additional information

Phone number
(416) 465-3707
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary French, Canadian, French
Hours of Operation
Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jordan Diniz

EST Restaurant

Make a booking

Additional information

ēst Tasting Menu

Weekend Brunch

Thursdays: $1 oysters | 25%off Bottles of Bubbles

Menu

Truffle Grilled CheeseCA$19.00

Est BreakfastCA$19.00

Mushroom Truffle TartineCA$21.00

Smoked Salmon BenedictCA$23.00

Chicken & WafflesCA$25.00

Braised Beef BenedictCA$27.00

Foie Gras French ToastCA$37.00

Sides

Two Side EggCA$5.00

Home FriesCA$5.00

Maple BaconCA$7.00

Smoked SalmonCA$9.00

Parmesan Truffle FriesCA$13.00

Cold Pressed Juices

B WellCA$9.00

C WellCA$9.00

Well GreensCA$9.00

Well OJCA$9.00

Drinks

JuiceCA$4.00

MimosaCA$13.00

Est Group MimosaCA$60.00

CaesarCA$14.00

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