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Mamakas Taverna, Toronto, ON
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Mamakas Taverna

CAN$51 and over
Greek
80 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7

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2 people
19:00
Booked 58 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
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.

Why they're an Icon

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.

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
  • Website
    http://mamakas.ca/
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

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Menu

Mamakas Taverna's menu was last updated 2023-02-21.

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What 1,381 people are saying

Mamakas Taverna reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mamakas Taverna offers a "delicious" Greek dining experience in Toronto. Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "authentic flavors," with highlights including the tasting menu and calamari. The restaurant boasts a "lively ambiance" and "friendly service." Despite some noting high prices, it's considered "one of the best spots in TO."
1,381 Reviews

  1. Daniel

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    When you walk in to the the restaurant it transports you to feel like you’re in a small Greek town, the food was very traditional Greek there was four of us, and we ended up getting the tasting menu which brought out a number of delicious dishes, our favorite, the spanakopita and the only dish that we thought could be improved was the octopus as it was dry! 

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  2. Maria

    Mobile3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was absolutely delicious! Definitely will be back again.

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  3. Traci

    Toronto9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The quality was good, however we felt like the food was more middle eastern tasting than Greek.

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  4. Enza

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a wonderful evening. Food was delicious and service was excellent. Definitely a great place to celebrate a milestone birthday or simply to enjoy a night out.

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  5. Anna VIP

    Veneto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best restaurant in Toronto in my humble opinion. The tasting menu is excellent, and a dessert is a must-try.

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  6. Michael VIP

    Toronto44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal. Fabulous service. Never disappointed at Mamakas.

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  7. Kat

    Vancouver5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service and space. The calamari is a must try.

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  8. Ralph

    Montreal16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thé cuisine is exceptional. Presentation was beautiful. Traditional Greek dishes that had the normal ingredients but combined together in an original way. Seafood was very fresh and perfectly cooked. Very good selection of Greek wines. So refreshing to find such an excellent restaurant.

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  9. Myra

    Toronto11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We came back for the service and tasting menu and we were not disappointed. It was a celebratory dinner we were hosting. I was disappointed that they changed the lighting that was in the front of the dining room. The rings of light were magical.

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  10. Elizabeth VIP

    Fort Lauderdale2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall was good. Only the dishes seamed to become smaller and the price bigger. Was a bit disappointed. The food is still tasty.

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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 4.8 stars by 1381 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
19:00
Booked 58 times today
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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://mamakas.ca/
  • 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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