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Alder

Name: Alder
Address: 51 Camden St, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5V 1V2
Telephone: (416) 637-3737
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.7

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

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2 people

Dec 12, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 40 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Charming

Alder’s kitchen is centered around its wood-fired grill and hearth. For the menu, Chef Patrick Kriss of the award-winning and nationally acclaimed Alo Food Group draws inspiration from traditions and techniques long-practiced in and around the Mediterranean – spanning Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Tunisia and Morocco. Whether you’re flying solo with an Alder Burger and a beer, gathering friends for small plates and cocktails, or diving into a feast of prime meats and fresh seafood, we’ve got you covered.

Awarded a spot on the Toronto Michelin Guide for 2023 and 2024, Alder is a warm and comfortable place to be, like just the right distance from a bonfire.

Alder is located in The Ace Hotel just a short walk away from most theatres, museums, Rogers Centre & Scotiabank Arena. The perfect cozy setting to begin your evening, with a diverse menu and genuine service team to make it a memorable one.

Serving brunch on Saturday & Sunday, come try our new menu!

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Executive chef: Moto Nishimura / Patrick Kriss

From the OpenTable editors: The neatly stacked wood tucked beneath the entrance stairs at Alder signals the restaurant’s focus on wood-fired flavors. Dishes like grilled halloumi and short rib are inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, but it's the fire that truly shapes the menu. Helmed by chef Patrick Kriss, plates are simple yet masterful, reflecting the signature style of his celebrated Alo Group.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
American, Mediterranean, International
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(416) 637-3737
Website
https://www.aldertoronto.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Smart, well-crafted civic spaces to fill with whatever fits the mood at Ace Hotel Toronto.
Private party contact
Jules Greenhill: (416) 637-1200 ext. 5017

Location
51 Camden St, Toronto, ON M5V 1V2
Neighbourhood
King West
Cross Street
Adelaide St and Brant St
Parking details
None
Public transit
Spadina Ave @ Richmond West
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Holiday Brunch at Alder
Dec 25, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
Enjoy the holiday season with a 2-course prix fixe brunch menu at Alder. Priced at $50 per person, choose an appetizer and a main course from a series of classic Alder brunch options.
Alder Festive Dinner
Dec 24, 2024 - Dec 26, 2024
Celebrate the holidays by the fire with a specially curated 3-course Prix Fixe menu inspired by a traditional Holiday dinner! Priced at $85 per person and designed to be shared by two, our Festive Dinner Menu features an Alder twist on all of your holiday favourites.
NYE 2025 - $110 3-Course Prix Fixe
$110.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in the New Year at Alder with a multi-course tasting menu in our main dining room, including luxurious menu additions and special courses from our chefs. We look forward to celebrating with you! Please note that we allot 2 hours for parties of up to 4 guests and 2.5 hours for parties of 6+ guests. If you would like to enjoy a longer dining time, please book a reservation for our 5 course Prix Fixe menu. We are not able to accommodate all dietary restrictions for this menu. Please reach out to us at inquire@aldertoronto.com with any questions

Popular dishes

Baked Clams $22.00
Crouton, Brown butter, 'Nduja, Lemon
East coast oysters $26.00
Mignonette, Horseradish
Gem Salad$16.00
Green Goddess, Pecorino
Madai Crudo $18.00
Cucumber Relish, Red Chili
Burrata and Pear $26.00
Walnuts, Pear, Pesto
Lamb Croquette (2pc)$18.00
Anchovy, Guindilla
Grilled Halloumi $22.00
Charred Tomato, Pita Bread

On the Side

Grilled Shrimp (3pc) $22.00
Lemon, Chili
Fresh Cut Fries $12.00
Grilled Beets$14.00
Horseradish, Walnut
Bread & Butter$12.00
Mushrooms$18.00
Chili Butter

Wood Fired

Sea Bream $46.00
Habanero, Salsa
Iberico Pork Secreto$58.00
Romesco, Lemon
Half Quebec Chicken $38.00
Scallion, Gremolata
8oz Steak Frites$54.00
Creekstone farms Striploin, Green Peppercorn Chimichurri
Short Rib (7oz)$48.00
Chermoula, Shishito, Red Chili
Butchers Block - MP
Prepared Dailey Over Open Flame

House Faves

Cucumber Salad$22.00
Fennel, Lemon creme fraiche, Hazelnut dukkah, Feta
Wagyu Beef Carpaccio $28.00
Grilled Chive, Taggiasca Olive
Ricotta Agnolotti $36.00
Chanterelle, Brown Butter
Alder Burger $30.00
Griddled Havarti, Pickled Peppers, French Fries

Sweets

Coconut Cream Pie $20.00
Macaroon Crust, Caramelized White Chocolate
Tiramisu$18.00
Mascarpone, Vanilla Ice Cream
Blueberry Flan $14.00
Creme Caramel, Chantilly

Cocktails

Ace Martini$21.00
London Dry, Vermouth Blend, Ace Tincture
Garden Party $17.00
White Rum, Lime, Cucumber, Absinthe
Raspberry Ranch $21.00
Mezcal, Raspberry, Mint, Lemon, Egg White
This Side of Peru $20.00
Coconut Pisco, Fino Sherry, Banana
Current Affair $18.00
Vodka, Lychee, Black Currant, Vermouth
Helios Heaven$19.00
Bourbon, Cognac, Cynar, Lemon, Marigold

Low abv Cocktails

Good Vibes Only$16.00
Zero Proof Tequila, Passionfruit, Lime, Agave, Chili
First Blush $16.00
Zero-Proof Aperitif, Grapefuit, Rosewater, Pink Peppercorn, Egg White (<0.5% abv)

Sparkling

Cava $20.00
Raventos i blanc, blanc de blac, la plana & el viader voineyards, 2021, conca del riu, spain
Champagne $25.00
Tartlant, Brut Reserve, Nv, France

Rosé

Grenache/Cinsault$17.00
Domaine la Grande Bauquiere, ‘La Belle Montagne’, 2021, Provence, France

White

Pecorino $17.00
Umani Ronchi, 2023, Abruzzo, Italy
Roupeiro$18.00
Fita Preta Branco, 2022, Alentejo, Portugal
Viognier$20.00
Pearl Morissette, 'Alder', 2021, Creek Shores, Ontario
Sauvignon Blanc$23.00
Pascal Joulivet, 'Attitude Blanc', 2022, Loire, France

Red

Nero D'avola $18.00
Tasca D'almerita, 'Regaleali', 2021, Sicily, Italy
Cabernet Franc$20.00
pearl morisette, 'alder', 2022, lincoln lakeshore, ontario
Garnacha$21.00
Sindicatla Figuera, ‘Sindicat’, 2021, Monsant, Spain
Cabernet Sauvignon $24.00
Foxglove, 2021, Paso Robles, California

Draft

Figo Italian Pilsner$10.00
Henderson Brewing, Toronto, Ontario (5.5% abv)
Houndstooth Irish Red $10.00
eastbound brewing, toronto, on (6.5% ABV)
Ball's Falls Session IPA $10.00
Bench Brewing, Beamsville, Ontario (4.5% abv)
Heritage Dry Cider $10.00
West avenue cider, freelton, on (6.5% abv)

Cans

Mountainview Stout $10.00
Bench Brewing, Beamsville, Ontario (6% abv)
Blonde Pilsner $10.00
BSA, Montreal, Quebec (<0.5% abv)

What 355 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Toronto / Ontario
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
Toronto
American
Toronto
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Alder is a culinary gem offering "incredible" food and "fantastic" service. Known for its "legendary" coconut cream pie, the restaurant provides a "wonderful experience" with a cozy atmosphere. While some found the ambiance lively and energetic, others appreciated the attentive staff and creative menu. A must-visit for culinary enthusiasts.

355 Reviews

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Andrew
San Francisco
35 reviews
4.0
35 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lively ambience given the location in The Ace hotel. Not a quiet spot if that is your vibe. Excellent decor and styling. The staff were wonderful and the food is excellent, however it is grossly overpriced, especially the wood-fired proteins and sides. Individual proteins for >$50 with no accompaniments, and then $20+ side dishes is rather ludicrous. So while it shines in many places, don’t go here if you’re cheap or on a budget - expect to pay $150/person on average. The grilled halloumi is a must.
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Carlos
Toronto
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service. Coconut cream pie is a must have.
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Ezekiel
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The experience at Alder was absolutely top notch. From the first hello to the bill, the hospitality was absolutely splendid. We ordered their Butcher's Block, which was a 45-day aged Ribeye that was cooked to perfection. It was topped with a chanterelle mushroom and beef jus. We had the beef carpaccio, the cucumber salad, the bread and butter, and the pear and burrata. The beef carpaccio was a harmonious plate. There was an aioli underneath (seeded mustard, I believe), olives were cutting through beautifully and the fried shallots were the perfect complimentary texture. The cucumber salad was also delicious. If you like the taste of dill, you'll enjoy this; the combination of feta and dill were just the right balance. We enjoyed this a lot; enough that we started looking up recipes to see how we could make this at home. The bread and butter is this fluffy milk-bun. Very similar to the ones you get at Aloette. The butter was whipped and light. Absolutely beautiful compliment to the salads we had. The asian pear and burrata was topped with a mint garnish that was very delicate. There was some kind of balsamic that was very sweet and complimented the cheese very well. Desert was a coconut cream pie. This came with shavings of white and milk chocolate and toasted coconut flakes. We absolutely loved topping off our entire meal with this desert. It was light, the crust was the right amount of salty, and I loved picking away at the shaved chocolate. This was enough to share for two. Our server was the friendliest and most down to earth. She made the best recommendations and we left beyond satisfied. I'll be back for sure!
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Arlene
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter was amazing. The food was spectacular.. a great all around evening..
AlderResponded 1 day ago
Hi Arlene, Thanks so much for your review. We're glad you enjoyed your meal and can't wait to have you back in the near future!
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Tyler
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing birthday dinner in a beautiful restaurant
AlderResponded 1 day ago
Hi Tyler, Thanks so much for your review! We're thrilled you enjoyed your experience as much as you did, and we can't wait to welcome you back soon! Best,
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antoniette
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great family style dining experience,wonderful service and delicious food
AlderResponded 1 day ago
Hi Antoniette, Thanks so much for your review and kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed your experience as much as you did and can't wait to welcome you back for another wonderful meal!
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Mahsa
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, great ambience and wonderful service!
AlderResponded 1 day ago
Hi Mahsa, Thanks so much for your review. We're glad you enjoyed your meal and can't wait to have you back in the near future!
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chenyin
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food ,good service Great food ,good serviceGreat food ,good service
AlderResponded on November 27, 2024
Hi Chenyin, Thanks so much for your review and kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed your experience as much as you did and can't wait to welcome you back for another wonderful meal!
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Megan
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Love the ambience and menu. Very cute spot for a date night
AlderResponded 1 day ago
Hi Megan, Thanks so much for your review and kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed your experience as much as you did and can't wait to welcome you back for another wonderful meal!
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Marcos
Montreal
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Imagine an impeccable experience. That's the one I had with my girlfriend at Alder. The whole experience was spotless; the food was perfect, the service was attentive, polite and on point, and the ambiance was sweet, refined and cozy. It was my first time there, and I will definitely go back.
AlderResponded 1 day ago
Hi Marcos, Thank you so much for the glowing review. We are thrilled to hear that every aspect of your evening was 5-star worthy. We look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing evening. Best
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FAQs

Alder is rated 4.7 stars by 355 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 12, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 40 times today

Experiences are available.

51 Camden St, Toronto, ON M5V 1V2

Additional information

Cross Street
Adelaide St and Brant St
Neighbourhood
King West
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
American, Mediterranean, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Spadina Ave @ Richmond West
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.aldertoronto.com/
Phone number
(416) 637-3737
Private party facilities
Smart, well-crafted civic spaces to fill with whatever fits the mood at Ace Hotel Toronto.
Private party contact
Jules Greenhill: (416) 637-1200 ext. 5017

Alder

Make a reservation

Why they're an Icon

Private dining

Additional information

Holiday Brunch at Alder

Alder Festive Dinner

NYE 2025 - $110 3-Course Prix Fixe

Coconut Cream Pie

Wagyu Beef Carpaccio

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Small Plates

Baked Clams $22.00

East coast oysters $26.00

Gem Salad$16.00

Madai Crudo $18.00

Burrata and Pear $26.00

Lamb Croquette (2pc)$18.00

Grilled Halloumi $22.00

On the Side

Grilled Shrimp (3pc) $22.00

Fresh Cut Fries $12.00

Grilled Beets$14.00

Bread & Butter$12.00

Mushrooms$18.00

Wood Fired

Sea Bream $46.00

Iberico Pork Secreto$58.00

Half Quebec Chicken $38.00

8oz Steak Frites$54.00

Short Rib (7oz)$48.00

Butchers Block - MP

House Faves

Cucumber Salad$22.00

Wagyu Beef Carpaccio $28.00

Ricotta Agnolotti $36.00

Alder Burger $30.00

Sweets

Coconut Cream Pie $20.00

Tiramisu$18.00

Blueberry Flan $14.00

Cocktails

Ace Martini$21.00

Garden Party $17.00

Raspberry Ranch $21.00

This Side of Peru $20.00

Current Affair $18.00

Helios Heaven$19.00

Low abv Cocktails

Good Vibes Only$16.00

First Blush $16.00

Sparkling

Cava $20.00

Champagne $25.00

Rosé

Grenache/Cinsault$17.00

White

Pecorino $17.00

Roupeiro$18.00

Viognier$20.00

Sauvignon Blanc$23.00

Red

Nero D'avola $18.00

Cabernet Franc$20.00

Garnacha$21.00

Cabernet Sauvignon $24.00

Draft

Figo Italian Pilsner$10.00

Houndstooth Irish Red $10.00

Ball's Falls Session IPA $10.00

Heritage Dry Cider $10.00

Cans

Mountainview Stout $10.00

Blonde Pilsner $10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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