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Alma Toronto, Toronto, ON
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Alma Toronto

CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Asian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Innovative
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Alma is a restaurant based on the tastes and experiences of our kitchen team focusing on modern Chinese cuisine headed by Chef/Owner Anna Chen.
We are built around food that uses fresh, simple, quality ingredients and our focus is to create a unique dining experience.
Our beverage program is focused on Natural Wines curated by Sommeliers Kate Densmore and Ben Dalton.
As of September 2022, Alma has been recognized by the Michelin Guide as a recipient of the Bib Gourmand award.
We hope to see you soon!

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Executive chef: Anna Chen

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2022

From the OpenTable editors: Alma means “kind” or “nourishing” in Latin, a fitting description for its homey vibe and chef Anna Chen’s heartfelt cooking. Dishes like curried squid, which draw on Chen’s Hakka Chinese heritage and Indian upbringing, have the inventive power to land the restaurant a MICHELIN nod, yet are approachable enough for Alma to earn local favourite status.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Asian, Contemporary Canadian, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (647) 346-1881
  • Website
    http://www.almatoronto.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We would be happy to host your special event! We can accommodate a maximum of 30 guests for seated dinners. For a full restaurant buyout Fridays and Saturdays cost $5000 and Sunday-Thursdays are $4000, not including tax and 20% gratuity.Please inquire at info@almatoronto.com for current canapes and set menus.
  • Location
    1194 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6H 1N2
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighbourhood
    Koreatown
  • Cross Street
    Bloor & Dufferin
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Dufferin Station within walking distance
  • Additional
    Beer, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Party: Large (7-12 guests)

    $90.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Parties of seven to twelve (7-12) at Alma are bookable Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. (Fridays and Saturdays are not available.) **For parties of thirteen (13) or more, please contact the restaurant.** By making the booking, the group agrees to a shared "Trust Alma" experience for their meal - $90pp plus taxes and a gratuity of 20%. The "Trust Alma" experience is approximately three courses of savoury food followed by dessert. Dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, pescatarian, dairy-free, and nut-free are easily accommodated by Chef Anna and the team. For other restrictions, please contact the restaurant (manager@almatoronto.com) prior to booking.

Menu

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What 444 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alma Toronto offers "excellent food" and "friendly, knowledgeable" service in a cozy ambiance. Known for inventive Asian-inspired dishes, favorites include "radish cake" and "parmesan tapioca fritters." The "Trust Alma" menu is highly recommended. Despite some noise and wine list critiques, it remains a "top spot" for many diners.

444 Reviews

  1. Diego

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great, as always. Excellent food, great service, cozy ambiance.

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  2. Jean luc

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Stunning Chinese food very accurate and legible . Wines should be less expensive and the choice in relation with the spicy spirit of Anna’s food . Its a real sommelier skill !

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  3. Michal

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Came in with moderate expectation and a large group right after lunar new year, heard good things but never anything out of this world and honestly had a shockingly good experience. The dishes were a lot more complex than we anticipated, we tried the entire a la carte menu. The favourites were: * radish cake (exceptional) * parmesan tapioca fritters (exceptional) * pork wontons and noodles * char siu pork * charred miso black cod Overall everything was at least good with 5 dishes being great to exceptional. Great value for money, one of the best restaurants at this price point. Staff is attentive and super friendly, food comes out pretty quick. Only wish is a slightly bigger drinks menu (maybe more wine by the glass / sake)

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  4. cathi

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed the food and the server was very friendly.

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  5. Kristen

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a 9:45 reservation but as soon as we got there it was clear we were an annoyance. There were 2 four tops that were there before us and were still there when we left so I’m not sure why we were treated so brusquely. The woman leading FOH was very stern and didn’t give us any welcome or context about the menu. When we asked her about wine she was visibly annoyed. The food was amazing! I will dream of that squid fried rice for years. My partner ordered the pork dish but was given a skirt steak it was good but not what we ordered and we were too nervous to let them know. The 2 apps we ordered were a bit redundant on flavor and texture but we were given no guidance. All the food was very very good. The other parties were very loud so we couldn’t talk much. We’re both industry so it was an odd experience- I rarely give a poor rating but it was disappointing.

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  6. Johnpaul

    VIP

    Toronto

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ben was our waiter & somm - amazing energy as soon as we arrive. We went with the “Let Alma Guide You” option and they didn’t disappoint. You don’t need a 200 item menu, full cocktail bar and 500 wine bottle selection to enjoy a restaurant. I was impressed.

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  7. CarolynC

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The only thing that I would recommend is to change the wine glasses, because as a wine drinker, drinking from a small glass for red wine is less than ideal. I loved the restaurant and I will definitely be back! 

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  8. Kara

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and staff at Alma were absolutely amazing! The standout dishes for me were the yellowfin tuna tartare—so fresh, with that delightful puffed rice cracker—the perfectly cooked duck, and the scallion baos. The staff were attentive and knowledgeable, making the entire experience exceptional. I’ll definitely be back for another unforgettable meal. Highly recommend!

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  9. Kate

    Mexico City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delicious! Great service, wine list and exceptional food!

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  10. Joanna

    VIP

    Toronto

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fantastic night. Great service and Ben knows his wines and I put him to the test! The food was incredible and service so friendly but at the same time gave us plenty more privacy. I can’t wait to return

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FAQs

Alma Toronto offers delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. Alma Toronto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (647) 346-1881.

Alma Toronto is rated 4.8 stars by 444 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 8 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Alma Toronto

1194 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6H 1N2

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross Street
    Bloor & Dufferin
  • Neighbourhood
    Koreatown
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Asian, Contemporary Canadian, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Dufferin Station within walking distance
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.almatoronto.com/
  • Phone number
    (647) 346-1881
  • Private party facilities
    We would be happy to host your special event! We can accommodate a maximum of 30 guests for seated dinners. For a full restaurant buyout Fridays and Saturdays cost $5000 and Sunday-Thursdays are $4000, not including tax and 20% gratuity.Please inquire at info@almatoronto.com for current canapes and set menus.

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