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Pura Vida Restaurant, Toronto, ON

Pura Vida Restaurant

4.9
4.9
19 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary Latin

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
  • Healthy
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Pura Vida Restaurant is a hidden gem in the heart of the city, specializing in Latin American cuisine. True spirit of Pura Vida - the “pure life”.

With a diverse menu inspired by the vibrant culinary traditions of the region, Pura Vida Restaurant takes pride in serving fusion Latin American dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

The cozy and welcoming ambiance of Pura Vida Restaurant makes it the perfect place to gather with friends and family.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Latin
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 651-5888
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

What 19 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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Best Value

  • Toronto

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pura Vida Restaurant is a "hidden gem" offering authentic Costa Rican flavors in a cozy, vibrant setting. Guests rave about the "fantastic food and lovely service," highlighting dishes like ceviche, tacos, and the Pura Vida Special. With "amazingly fresh food" and an intimate atmosphere, it's perfect for both casual dinners and date nights.

19 Reviews
  1. Janet-Lee

    VIP

    Toronto

    51 reviews

    3.0

    51 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second visit to Pura Vida. The service and ambiance were very good. I found the food very salty tonight. As a result I did not enjoy my meal as much as the last time. The plantain was fried and very oily. I’m wondering if the chef might try preparing the plantain in an air fryer or at least reduce the amount of fat in the process. My husband had the run down soup and said it was delicious. My friends also enjoyed their meals. I hope my next experience will be more positive.

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  2. Mark

    VIP

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and lovely service. Such a gem of a place

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  3. Lucas

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    A small restaurant, but do not hold that against it. Pure Vida was a pleasant surprise, with a menu that offers lovely flavours from Costa Rica. We can particularly recommend some of the appetizers such as the fries, the corn ribs, and the guac and chips. The plantain that came with the guac was amazing, and the fries had unique seasoning, that made them some of the best fries I've ever had. The mains were good too, I'd recommend going for some of the more unique and traditional dishes, as they'll have more interesting seasonings and flavours. Definitely planning to come again to explore more of the menu. My only complaint would be that it can be a bit too salty sometimes, but not so much that it becomes inedible. The service was mostly good. The servers were nice and helped us with any questions we had, and gave helpful advice. The food was prepared quickly, in fact, they can slow down a bit, our mains were served when we were still in the middle of our appetizers. This seems to require a bit more coordinating between kitchen and front of house. It made it feel rushed. The drinks took a lot longer, they came halfway through the mains. All issues that require some finetuning. All this may be because it was a busy evening. The atmosphere is very informal, with nice decorations and lots of green. It all felt very tropical. There was a loud group while we were eating, but that comes with the small space, I guess. I don't understand the number of huge screens with unrelated stock videos; they're distracting. I see this in other restaurants, and I never like it.

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  4. Ethan

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Pura Vida is a nice hidden gem for delicious, comforting, and healthy Latin food. The staff is friendly and the place is welcoming. It’s a great spot for a family dinner or casual date night.

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  5. Paul

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Small restaurant with a great vine, great service, and delicious food. Ceviche, tacos, lots of great Costa Rican dishes. Outstanding service.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Joanne

    VIP

    Toronto

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious! And great price point on food

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Angel

    Toronto

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Fresh delicious food. Plenty of options to suit all tastes. Very friendly and prompt service. Reasonable prices. We will definitely be back!

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  8. Tony

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Small, casual, colorful, clean. Very nice restaurant for a date night. Unusual menu for Toronto and very nicely done.

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  9. Grainne

    Toronto

    56 reviews

    4.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Costa Rican food .. what’s not to like? Friendly staff, who were very helpful with the menu Will definitely be back!

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  10. Claudia

    Toronto

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazingly fresh food. Wonderful service. Adorable bathroom. Intimate setting.
    Pura Vida RestaurantResponded on 11 December 2024
    Dear Claudia, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! 🌟 We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience with us at Pura Vida. We’d love to welcome you back soon! If you have any favorites from the menu or suggestions for your next visit, let us know. 😊 Warm regards, Pura Vida Team

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Pura Vida Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 19 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Pura Vida Restaurant

750 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B5

Additional information

  • Area
    St. Clair West
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Latin
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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