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Pure Spirits, Toronto, ON

Pure Spirits

4.6
4.6
2405 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Nestled in the Distillery Historic District, Pure Spirits Oyster House and Grill invites you to experience the charm of Victorian-era industrial architecture, both indoors and on our delightful patio. Known as the best seafood restaurant in Toronto, we take pride in serving fresh oysters from Canada’s east and west coasts, along with unique specialties from around the globe. Casual attire and a love for great food are all you need to enjoy your visit!

Our friendly staff is here to guide you through a curated selection of local beers and wines that pair perfectly with your meal. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite before a theatre show or enjoying a leisurely evening on the patio with friends, we aim to respect your schedule while providing a relaxing atmosphere to soak in the view. Join us for a fun, memorable dining experience!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Canadian, Pan-Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 361-5859
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Jason McLaren
  • Catering
    We cater to any size event from 20-700 and specialize in weddings. Menu selections include hors d'oeuvres, canapes, mini appetizers, three course - five course prix fixe menus to fit any budget.
  • Private party facilities
    There are fantastic event spaces across the Distillery Historic District. Check out https://www.distilleryevents.com/ for more information.
  • Neighbourhood
    Distillery District
  • Cross Street
    Parliament
  • Parking details
    Driving south to north, the parking lot is on right hand side. Coming from Front on Parliament, pass Mill street and parking lot is on left hand side. There is parking 24 hours for up to 500 vehicles
  • Entertainment
    At the slightest sight of summer, we open the doors to our patio where you can sit and take in the beautiful Victorian Industrial architecture that the site is famous for. Grab a seat at the Oyster Bar where you can mingle with a Chef shucking your oysters to order and teaching you about the amazing flavours and how to best match it to our selection of local beers.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,405 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pure Spirits is a seafood lover's paradise, celebrated for its "amazing service" and "fantastic food." Guests rave about the "fresh oysters" and diverse seafood options, including the recommended "seafood experience for two." The historic ambiance and attentive staff make it perfect for special occasions. It's an "unforgettable" dining experience!

2,405 Reviews
  1. Roman

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Incredible spot. Wife is a fairly tough seafood critic. She says 100% heading back. Oysters were delicious. Looking forward to the teonn no person seafood tower next time. Can’t wait…

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  2. John

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    In short it was fabulous. Really personal and well informed wait staff. The food was amazing - Octopus was the best I have ever had.

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  3. Elizabeth

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife had the Past and it was fantastic and I had the fish and chips. The fish was really good put the fries tasted like they were reheated and greasy. Overall we will defiantly return

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  4. Parsi

    VIP

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were outstanding. We were left with fantastic family memories thanks to Michelle will go back more times 

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  5. Jerome

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. A little loud for us but no worries seems all were having fun. Great dinner and theatre ( Kim's Convenience at Baillie Theatre) combo. Hlad we landed on a Tuesday as we really enjoyed the oysters..
    Pure SpiritsResponded 3 days ago
    Jerome, thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad you enjoyed both our food and service, and it’s great to hear that your dinner paired well with a night at the theatre. Tuesdays are definitely a great time to visit if you love oysters! We appreciate your feedback on the noise level and hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable meal soon. Best regards, Stuart K.

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  6. Renate

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our group went here for Winterlicious dinner. the menu looked so good that I wanted to switch menus to the regular one. I didn’t and the apps to dessert were delicious. They also gave us an off the menu veg to try, which was nice. The only small negative was the warm berry chiffon, which arrived without any berries which was particularly why my friend ordered it. The service was great though and the waiter apologized as they ran out of berries. I am already planning my next trip there!
    Pure SpiritsResponded 3 days ago
    Renate, thank you for joining us for Winterlicious and for sharing your experience! We're delighted that you enjoyed your meal and that our team was able to offer something extra for you to try. We’re sorry about the missing berries on the chiffon and appreciate your understanding. It’s great to hear that you’re already planning your next visit—we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, Stuart K.

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  7. Janice

    Toronto

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our family had an absolutely wonderful evening at Pure Spirits. The food was great as always but what really set our experience apart was the people. Everyone we interacted with was fantastic and made our evening very memorable. Pure Spirits is a favourite restaurant for our family and we will continue to frequent.
    Pure SpiritsResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your kinds words Janice. We appreciate you coming back and having your family dinner with us. We are also delighted to hear that you enjoyed not only our food, but also our team and the fantastic interaction. We love hearing about your memorable moments and look forward to your return. Kind Regards Stuart K.

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  8. Douglas

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time. Our server Michelle made the meal even better, personable, charming and professional. She took extra time to banter with the teen who was with us, (in a good way). We didn't realize it at the time, but I think they kept the place open for us as we whiled the night away. We actually felt bad, but they were so professional that we didn't even notice. All the food was on point. The $2 Tuesday oysters were great, and Michelle ordered us great sharing entrees. I was surprised by the pappardelle. Delicious! I'd come back for the service and food. 3 / 5 had drinks and I think we were about $75 per person. (All in)
    Pure SpiritsResponded on February 6, 2025
    Douglas, we're thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful time and that Michelle made your experience even more memorable with her warm and professional service. It’s great to know you enjoyed our $2 Tuesday oysters and sharing entrées, and we're especially glad our shrimp pappardelle was a pleasant surprise! We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic evening. Best regards, Stuart K.

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  9. Christine

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service, warm, friendly, helpful staff, every time we have gone. We go annually to celebrate my sister's birthday in early February! Oysters from the East Coast are our favourite (sorry B.C., I still love you as I lived there for 10 years)! We have had several of the dishes and often find the Winterfest menu very worthwhile trying. Enjoy a casual dining experience. Food is fresh and flavourful!!
    Pure SpiritsResponded on February 5, 2025
    Thank you for making us part of your sister’s birthday celebrations every year Christine! It’s always a pleasure to welcome you, and we’re delighted that our team consistently provides warm and friendly service. Our East Coast oysters are certainly a favourite, and it’s great to hear you’ve enjoyed exploring our dishes, especially the Winterlicious menu. Looking forward to your next visit for another fantastic experience! Best regards, Stuart K.

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  10. Aru

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love this spot. Cant go wrong with any of their dishes. It’s an amazing spot for seafood lovers. The tuna dish and sea bream dish are my personal favourite. Ofcourse don’t miss out on the $2 oyster deals on Tuesday.
    Pure SpiritsResponded on January 31, 2025
    Aru we appreciate your review! It’s fantastic to hear that you always enjoy dining with us and that our seafood dishes continue to impress, especially our Pan Seared Tuna and Sea Bream, which are definitely standout choices, and we’re glad you’ve made them favorites! Hope to see you again soon—maybe for another round of $2 oysters on Tuesday! Best, Stuart K.

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Pure Spirits is rated 4.6 stars by 2405 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for Pure Spirits

17 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Parliament
  • Neighbourhood
    Distillery District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Canadian, Pan-Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Driving south to north, the parking lot is on right hand side. Coming from Front on Parliament, pass Mill street and parking lot is on left hand side. There is parking 24 hours for up to 500 vehicles
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jason McLaren
  • Entertainment
    At the slightest sight of summer, we open the doors to our patio where you can sit and take in the beautiful Victorian Industrial architecture that the site is famous for. Grab a seat at the Oyster Bar where you can mingle with a Chef shucking your oysters to order and teaching you about the amazing flavours and how to best match it to our selection of local beers.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (416) 361-5859
  • Catering
    We cater to any size event from 20-700 and specialize in weddings. Menu selections include hors d'oeuvres, canapes, mini appetizers, three course - five course prix fixe menus to fit any budget.
  • Private party facilities
    There are fantastic event spaces across the Distillery Historic District. Check out https://www.distilleryevents.com/ for more information.
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