Library Bar - Fairmont Royal York

4.9

693 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

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2 people

12 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for business meals
Good for special occasions

Experience the next Golden Age in cocktail culture. Featured on World's 50 Best Discovery, 2024.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Unspecified
Hours of Operation
Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(416) 368-2511
Website
https://www.librarybartoronto.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
100 Front Street W., Toronto, ON M5J 1E3
Area
Financial District
Cross Street
Front St. and Bay St.
Parking details
Valet parking is available at a fee.
Public transit
The Library Bar is located directly across from Union Station. Easily accessed by TTC Subway or GO Transit.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Year's Eve Dinner - 1st seating
CA$150.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
Ring in the New Year at Library Bar with an unforgettable dining experience! Enjoy a specially curated 4-course Prix Fixe menu paired with a welcome cocktail to start your night off right. With a warm and stylish ambiance, it’s the perfect setting to toast to new beginnings. Reservations include a 2-hour dining window, giving you ample time to savor every course.
New Year's Eve Dinner - 2nd seating
CA$250.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
Celebrate New Year's Eve in style at Library Bar with an extraordinary 6-course Prix Fixe menu, specially designed to elevate your evening. Begin with a welcome cocktail and indulge in six courses of culinary excellence. As the clock approaches midnight, enjoy a glass of sparkling wine to toast to the new year. There’s no rush—your table is yours for the evening, so you can relax, dine, and celebrate until the very end of the night.

French Onion SoupCA$22.00
Gruyère, French baguette
BurrataCA$28.00
fennel pollen, beetroot tartare, beetroot crema, grapefruit, walnuts
Crispy Pork Belly Lettuce WrapsCA$24.00
chicharrón, adobo, house pickles, maple smoked sea salt, roasted peanuts
Steak TartareCA$28.00
caper berry, black garlic aioli, cured egg yolk, sourdough
Library CaesarCA$25.00
gem lettuce, bacon, Parmesan, sourdough
Green Goddess CobbCA$26.00
chicken, soft boiled egg, Golden Blyth sheep gouda, avocado, bacon, tomato, radish, herbs
Mushroom ToastCA$32.00
brioche, black truffle cream, Parmesan, watercress
Bay StreetCA$34.00
shaved prime rib, tobacco onion, horseradish aioli, grilled baguette, frites
Steak LockeCA$60.00
frites, rhubarb beetroot ketchup, Madeira jus, rosemary sea salt
HeartlandCA$32.00
wild rice, crispy chickpeas, falafel, capers, tahini dressing, cauliflower tabouleh
LB BurgerCA$32.00
smashed tri-tip, Applewood smoked bacon, Bonnechere, house sauce, brioche, frites
Grilled SalmonCA$45.00
grilled corn, wild rice pilaf, soubise, fennel relish
Lemon Mascarpone TortelloniCA$36.00
patty pan squash, sugar snap peas, Parmesan Reggiano, olive crumb, saffron

What 693 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Old Toronto
Best Overall
Old Toronto
Best Food
Old Toronto
Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Library Bar at Fairmont Royal York is a charming destination with an "intoxicating vibe" and "creative & delicious" cocktails. Guests rave about the "outstanding experience" and "excellent service," particularly from standout servers like Terry and Kimberly. Its cozy, railway-inspired decor and "delicious" food make every visit memorable.

693 Reviews

S
Simone
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Annual event. Love it there. The experience is worth it. ❤️. It’s a must in your lifetime
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Fiona
Toronto
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Library Bar never lets me down. Great food and drinks. The Poseidon cocktail using a milk clarification process is one of the tastiest cocktails I have ever had. We always meet interesting people and never want to leave once we get there. So cozy at this time of year.
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Mary
Toronto
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience! TO go through the amazing Christmas decorations to reach the Library Bar is an added treat. Highly recommend!!!
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Karen
Toronto
36 reviews
vip
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Love the library bar! Perfect setting for a relaxed bday celebration. On the ball host/hostess. Table Service could have been a bit sharper. No spoon with coffee. No milk. No cheese offered for pasta dish. No salt/pepper. Staff did bring the items when requested but it was busy and it did take a bit. Excellent food and cocktails. Lively atmosphere. Late afternoon the noise level was very high. A good time was had by all!
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Sheri
Toronto
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and cocktails and food were delicious!!!
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John
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great experience and beautiful place to meet with friends. I have visited this bar for years and never disappointed. Keep up the fantastic things you do.
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Jo-Anne
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Comfortable leather lounge chairs, warm light. Service excellent. Food delish and wine excellent.
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Tyler
Toronto
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always an excellent experience at a Library Bar! We’ll definitely be back. Terry served us tonight and he was lovely!
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Robbie
Calgary
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
The food and drink were fantastic. Unfortunately, the service was abysmal. Several mistakes by the server that led to a poor dining experience.
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Suzu
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated my daughters’ 30th birthday today. The hostess was lovely. I asked to be seated opposite the bar thinking I would be served by the fabulous Terry but that spot was covered by Kimberley. I had my usual mushroom melt, Karen had Bay Street. Kimberley was very attentive and was almost as good as Terry, lol They were both wonderful! library bar wouldn’t be the same sans Terry!!
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Library Bar - Fairmont Royal York is rated 4.9 stars by 693 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

12 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Library Bar - Fairmont Royal York

100 Front Street W., Toronto, ON M5J 1E3

Additional information

Cross Street
Front St. and Bay St.
Area
Financial District
Hours of Operation
Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Unspecified
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet parking is available at a fee.
Public transit
The Library Bar is located directly across from Union Station. Easily accessed by TTC Subway or GO Transit.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.librarybartoronto.com/
Phone number
(416) 368-2511

Library Bar - Fairmont Royal York

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Additional information

Experiences

New Year's Eve Dinner - 1st seating

New Year's Eve Dinner - 2nd seating

Menu

Open-Faced Sandwiches

The MaritimerCA$30.00

Heirloom Tomato TartineCA$24.00

Albacore Tuna MeltCA$28.00

Lunch

French Onion SoupCA$22.00

BurrataCA$28.00

Crispy Pork Belly Lettuce WrapsCA$24.00

Steak TartareCA$28.00

Library CaesarCA$25.00

Green Goddess CobbCA$26.00

Mushroom ToastCA$32.00

Bay StreetCA$34.00

Steak LockeCA$60.00

HeartlandCA$32.00

LB BurgerCA$32.00

Grilled SalmonCA$45.00

Lemon Mascarpone TortelloniCA$36.00

What 693 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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