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Mamakas Taverna, Toronto, ON
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Mamakas Taverna

CAN$51 and over
Greek

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2 people
23:00
Booked 57 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Mamakas Taverna is an elegant 85-seat Greek taverna on Ossington Ave. Owner Thanos Tripi brings a fresh, authentic approach to Aegean food, offering classical Greek dishes against a contemporary canvas. Each plate is thoughtfully crafted to evoke the way Thanos’ grandmother cooked, inviting guests to explore the Greece he grew up with through food, art and music.

Meant to mimic an open market, the room is built of white concrete blocks creating an effect similar to the stucco seen throughout Greece. Mamakas is a nod to heritage, history and family memories – the daily trip to the market for ripe and fragrant tomatoes. Visiting a trusted butcher for fresh paithakia, and the local fish monger for the daily catch.

Recipes passed down through generations. Honest Greek fare with a modern twist. Designed to share. Everything just as Thanos’ family has done through the ages.

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Executive chef: Rafael Rocha

From the OpenTable editors: Crowds flock to this rustic-chic Ossington taverna for classic Aegean dishes crafted from local ingredients. Shareables like crispy spanakopita and a solid Greek wine list make Mamakas especially popular with groups. Market-inspired decor and a buzzy open kitchen dial up the transportive atmosphere.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 519-5996
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Across from Mamakas and above Koukla. Join us at Trapezi for an elevated Private Dining Experience with decadent Aegean cuisine, signature cocktails and exclusive wines.
  • Private party contact
    Sarah Feldberg : (416) 840-3100

What 1,302 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

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Mamakas Taverna offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "exceptional quality and service." The Greek cuisine is creative and authentic, featuring standout dishes like spanakopita and lamb. Patrons commend the "fantastic atmosphere" and attentive staff. While some find it pricey, the vibrant ambiance and "joyful servers" make it a top choice for special occasions.

1,302 Reviews
  1. Manuela

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, wonderful service & ambience as always. The lamb chops are best we’ve had!!

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  2. Peter

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great and light take on Greek cuisine. Full of flavour; great for sharing. Solid proportions. Will definitely return.

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  3. Peter

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mamakas never disappoints! This restaurant really has it down packed, from the food to the service and ambiance, I would give more than 5 stars if i could! Soooo goood. Well done team.

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  4. Kara

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here for a work dinner and it was some of the best Greek food I’ve had ever!!! Will be back next time I’m in Toronto.

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  5. Angie

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fresh ingredients done deliciously. I've never had a Negroni like theirs. We did the tasting menu and we can't wait to come back with more friends to try the rest of the menu.

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  6. Lucy

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service our server went above and beyond and helped us navigate the menu with some great suggestions for the group of 6 women. Loved everything!

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  7. shauna

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time visiting. This time we brought friends. Micheal at the bar was excellent once again on recommendations for dinner and drinks. Definitely looking forward to another visit.

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  8. Aly

    Toronto

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I have been going to this restaurant since it opened. Absolutely love the food! Bar none, it’s unreal. However, the service has taken a turn for the worse. We arrived 10 minutes before our reservation and were informed our table was not ready. No problem we say! We asked if we could have a drink at the bar where two seats were open. Not an option. We were rudely moved to the side while we waited. Our table became available and we were seated promptly which was great. The first 15 minutes of sitting we felt we were already being rushed out. The server asked us to place our main order when we hadn’t decided on appetizers yet. It was very uncomfortable how they made us feel. We had a lovely dinner with wine. We paid our bills and had half a glass of wine left and had another person (believe it was the manager) ask us to leave as the next table was here. We were taken aback as we weren’t quite finished yet. Other tables noticed how rudely we were being treated and commented. We spent a lot of money last night and can’t believe how they treat guests. It’s too bad as I absolutely adore the food and ambience there. After many years going there, last night was our last.

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  9. Mcclelland

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favourite restaurants of all time! Food is always amazing, and Lisa our server goes the extra mile every time. Love her!!!

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  10. Alex

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Never write a review when you are upset, so I let some time pass. Mamakas has been a favourite for some time now. Food is always excellent and service is quite friendly. Dishes are well prepared and always delicious. As of lately, and this goes also for many restaurants specially in Toronto, you need to make a reservation with a credit card guarantee. That's ok but sometimes OpenTable's system doesn't work and making a reservation becomes a challenge. Besides that, I do understand the need for a restaurant to turn the tables several times per night, but on my last visit, I was not served the dessert that I ordered, and when I asked for it, I was told that I needed to leave the table and either have it at the bar or take it home. I find this to be quite rude and it is only the second time that something like this has happened. Curiously enough, the other time was also at a trendy Greek restaurant on King Street, where, even though I had a reservation, I was told before sitting that they needed the table in 90 minutes. By the time we left 2 hours later, the restaurant was still half empty. If you have guests (and I do think that I am a guest that has decided to spend my time and money at your establishment) there should be a minimum of common sense on how and when to ask someone to leave. Again, food: 5 stars. Service: a lot was left to be desired.

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FAQs

Mamakas Taverna offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 519-5996.

Mamakas Taverna is rated 4.7 stars by 1302 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
23:00
Booked 57 times today

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Google Map for Mamakas Taverna

80 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Humbert Street & Ossington Avenue
  • Area
    Queen West
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (416) 519-5996
  • Private party facilities
    Across from Mamakas and above Koukla. Join us at Trapezi for an elevated Private Dining Experience with decadent Aegean cuisine, signature cocktails and exclusive wines.
  • Private party contact
    Sarah Feldberg : (416) 840-3100
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