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Pure Spirits, Toronto, ON

Pure Spirits

4.6
4.6
2395 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • 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
  • Website
    http://purespirits.ca/
  • 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.
  • Location
    17 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
  • 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

Experiences

  • All you can eat Mussels Monday

    $29.50 per person

    Jan 27, 2025 only
    Please join us every Monday for all you can eat mussels. We are offering P.E.I mussels all day from 12pm-9pm, 2 sauces to choose from and a great seafood friendly wine option.

  • $2.00 a shuck Tuesday

    $2.00 per person

    Jan 28, 2025 only
    Every Tuesday, we offer $2.00 a shuck from 12pm-9pm to our all our guests. Please enjoy a east coast selection of oysters, feel free to pair a crisp white wine or a local draught beer with it.

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 2,395 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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pure Spirits offers a "fantastic seafood experience" in a charming, family-friendly setting. Known for its "excellent service" and "freshest oysters," the restaurant provides diverse menu options that cater to all tastes. With a "lovely atmosphere" and attentive staff, it's a reliable choice for memorable dining occasions, despite occasional pricing concerns.

2,395 Reviews

  1. Doris

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I celebrated my birthday and they gave me that special attention that you expect , food was delicious we had the warm mushrooms salad and Okra to start then the fish and to finish the delicious chocolate bomb and crème brûlée . Cocktails were great too

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  2. Marty

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent evening. Delicious meal that the chef was willing to make adjustments to the accompaniments. The tuna was outstanding! Great ambiance in an historic building. Staff was friendly and efficient. The price point for wine is the only drawback to the ideal restaurant.

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  3. Thifiya

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We got the seafood experience for 2.. def worth the money! Starts with a small tower of cold seafood and ends with hot food.. and we got to try so many different items! The fish tacos were meh.. but everything else from the mussels, clams, crab legs, shrimp to the clam chowder, fish and veggies - greattt! Also, the service there was impeccable; so very kind!

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  4. Cristy

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, drinks, and especially the service was amazing.

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  5. Tyrone

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the food was delicious and coming from Sydney Australia, it was great to try some Oysters from the east cost of Canada. Our waitress Michelle was absolutely wonderful and helpful! Can’t was to go back again

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  6. Stephanie

    VIP

    Northern MI

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Huîtres excellentes très belle endroit avec beaucoup de caractère

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  7. Shareen

    VIP

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great New Year’s Day family dining experience!

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  8. Julie

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite seafood restaurants for years now!

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  9. Amina

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pure Spirits is truly a family friendly place. The staff was very accommodating and attentive to our needs. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. Our waitress Iona was amazing. She took the time to help us with menu choices. Thank you for making our New Year's Eve a memorable and special one.

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  10. Bonnie

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The BEST meal I had in 2024. Service was excellent as well. She took really great care of us.

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FAQs

Pure Spirits is rated 4.6 stars by 2395 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
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
  • Website
    http://purespirits.ca/
  • 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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