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El Catrin, Toronto, ON

El Catrin

4.5
4.5
5693 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 58 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Situated in the vibrant Distillery Historic District, El Catrin Destileria combines an exciting, tapas-style menu with Canada’s largest collection of mezcal and tequila. Celebrated as one of Toronto’s top dining spots, we offer a fun and lively atmosphere where traditional and modern Mexican cuisine come together for a truly transportive experience. Whether you're celebrating a birthday or enjoying a delightful brunch with friends, our local ingredients and vibrant flavours promise a transportive dining experience. Join us for delicious food, expertly crafted cocktails, and unforgettable moments!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 203-2121
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact directly.
  • Neighbourhood
    Distillery District
  • Cross Street
    Parliament & Mill Street
  • Parking details
    At the Distillery District, parking lots are accessible from Parliament and Cherry St. Nominal parking fee.At local municipal lots: 65 Trinity Street | 44 Parliament Street
  • Public transit
    - 65A Parliament Bus stop at Front St. - (walk one block South to Mill St.)- 504 King East Streetcar at the Distillery Loop- From Union Station: Walk 7 minutes North on Bay Street to King Street; board the 504 King East Streetcar and ride it to the Distillery Loop.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Guided Tequila Tasting Dinner - Mar 25, 2025

    $105.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 25, 2025 only
    6:30 p.m.
    Join us in our semi-private dining room as we welcome back our Agave Club Winter Dining Series, celebrating the best of authentic Mexican cuisine paired with a curated selection of tequilas and mezcals. Sit back and enjoy the camaraderie as we take you on a culinary adventure with a customized menu, prepared by Executive Chef Carlos Zamora, that is perfectly paired with the finest agave spirits. This interactive event features communal seating allowing you to share the experience as it was intended- in the company of friends, both old and new. We look forward to seeing you at our table.
    Guided Tequila Tasting Dinner - Mar 25, 2025 photo
  • Guided Tequila Tasting Dinner - Mar 4, 2025

    $105.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 4, 2025 only
    6:30 p.m.
    Join us in our semi-private dining room as we welcome back our Agave Club Winter Dining Series, celebrating the best of authentic Mexican cuisine paired with a curated selection of tequilas and mezcals. Sit back and enjoy the camaraderie as we take you on a culinary adventure with a customized menu, prepared by Executive Chef Carlos Zamora, that is perfectly paired with the finest agave spirits. This interactive event features communal seating allowing you to share the experience as it was intended- in the company of friends, both old and new. We look forward to seeing you at our table.
    Guided Tequila Tasting Dinner - Mar 4, 2025 photo

What 5,693 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Catrin in Toronto's Distillery District offers a vibrant dining experience. With "great food," "amazing margaritas," and a "fun atmosphere," it's a popular spot for gatherings. The "service is exceptional," and the ambiance, featuring artistic decor, adds to the appeal. A must-visit for Mexican cuisine lovers seeking a lively setting.

5,693 Reviews
  1. Jeffrey

    Las Vegas

    41 reviews

    4.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Restaurant was recommended by a friend as outstanding! Well… not outstanding in my books but still a solid meal with good quality drinks in a cool location! Restaurant was packed and noisy. Service was very good (but not outstanding). I think this restaurant would likely be awesome during the summer season with their extensive outside patio area. The Distillery District is definitely worth a visit while you’re in Toronto!
    El CatrinResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for sharing your experience Jeffrey! We agree, the Distillery District is such a vibrant place to explore. Hopefully, you can visit again in the summer to enjoy our patio! Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  2. Felipe

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was simply delicious. Easy one of the best restaurants in Toronto!
    El CatrinResponded 3 days ago
    Felipe, thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed our service and perfectly prepared food. Your kind words motivate us to keep delivering exceptional experiences. We appreciate your support and can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious meal and amazing service! Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  3. Zoe

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, fun atmosphere! Our server was fantastic. Overall, we had a great time. I would go back!
    El CatrinResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for dining with us Zoe and for your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed our service and our food. We do our best to deliver on delicious food and outstanding customer service that starts from the moment you walk in. We look forward to you coming back! Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  4. Deide

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I was seated at 6:15. and no one came to offer me drinks(including water) until 6:40 pm. Coincidentally when my guest arrived. So I wasn't happy about that Food was ok. Ceviche was good (Shrimp and Scallop). The Birria tacos I got were extremely salty. So it was hard to finish the meal.
    El CatrinResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback Deide. We are sorry to hear we didn't hit high on your expectations on this occasion. Your experience was not the level of service we aim to provide. Please know, our Chef and his team work hard to provide our guests with modern and authentic Mexican flavours, while using the freshest ingredients. We are pleased that you enjoyed the Ceviche. We would have been happy to replace anything that wasn’t to your liking. That said, we have taken your feedback very seriously and will be passing it along to the team for review. We hope you will give us another chance to make your next visit more memorable. Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  5. Lesia

    Aberdeen

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints! Food was delicious! Service excellent.
    El CatrinResponded 3 days ago
    Lesia, thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed our service and perfectly prepared food. Your kind words motivate us to keep delivering exceptional experiences. We appreciate your support and can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious meal and amazing service! Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  6. Daniela

    VIP

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance, server was amazing and food was delicious.

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  7. Laura

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Glad to have stumbled upon this place. Great food & great drinks with fast service. Will be returning.

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  8. Maria

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fresh and service was excellent. Will definitely come back with friends.
    El CatrinResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed our service and perfectly prepared food. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delicious meal. Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  9. Jane

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Loud and fun! Food not as great as it had been over the years - but always fun vibe

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  10. Andre

    VIP

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a lovely Valentine's dinner with my wife and daughter. It seemed like most of the waitstaff were new, as no one was quite sure how the Valentine's special worked. Some of the underage staff were delivering drinks without knowing if they were the correct ones. Despite the hiccups, we had a great time, though we did end up leaving a lot of food that didn’t quite suit our taste.
    El CatrinResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us Andre! We're thrilled to hear that you had a lovely Valentine's dinner with your wife and daughter. We truly appreciate your understanding regarding the new waitstaff and any mix-ups that occurred. It's great to know that despite the hiccups, you still enjoyed your time with us. We’re always striving to improve, and your feedback about the food will certainly help us make adjustments moving forward. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience! Kind Regards, Stuart K.

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El Catrin is rated 4.5 stars by 5693 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 58 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Catrin

18 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Parliament & Mill Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Distillery District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    At the Distillery District, parking lots are accessible from Parliament and Cherry St. Nominal parking fee.At local municipal lots: 65 Trinity Street | 44 Parliament Street
  • Public transit
    - 65A Parliament Bus stop at Front St. - (walk one block South to Mill St.)- 504 King East Streetcar at the Distillery Loop- From Union Station: Walk 7 minutes North on Bay Street to King Street; board the 504 King East Streetcar and ride it to the Distillery Loop.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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