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Aloette, Toronto, ON
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Aloette

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CAN$31 to CAN$50
Bistro

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 p.m.
Booked 46 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Neighbourhood gem
Opened in 2017. Michelin-recommended since 2022.

We first imagined Aloette to be the perfect diner that we’d want to dine in – a menu with a great burger paired with a fantastic and fun wine list, a long row of bar stools facing the bar and the kitchen, and an energetic atmosphere accented with an old school hip hop playlist. The buzz of the dining room mirrors the energy of the street on Spadina Avenue; the dining room itself mimics a train’s dining car. It’s kind of a bistro, kind of a diner, internationally inspired menu which is also representative of the diverse culture in Toronto.

Brunch at Aloette was something we said we’d never do. But the city kept asking and we’re glad to be a new staple in the Queen West neighbourhood for mimosas, chicken and waffles, and piping hot coffees.

Chef Patrick Kriss

2022, 2023, 2024 - Michelin Recommended
2018 - Canada's Best New Restaurants, Enroute Magazine
2019 - #35 Canada's 100 Best Restaurants

Pre-game, pre-show, walk ins welcome

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Patrick Kriss

From the OpenTable editors: The casual sibling of acclaimed restaurant Alo, Aloette redefines comfort food with impeccable execution and high-quality ingredients. The restaurant’s rail car-inspired interior feels both plush and nostalgic, while dishes like the iceberg wedge, burger topped with Beaufort and lemon meringue pie have achieved near-legendary status in Toronto since the restaurant opened in 2017.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Contemporary American, Canadian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Aloette is available for private buyouts of our entire dining room.
  • Neighbourhood
    Entertainment District
  • Cross Street
    Southeast corner of Queen St and Spadina Ave
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Osgoode Subway Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 295 people are saying

Aloette reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Bistro

  • Old Toronto

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aloette is a culinary gem offering "phenomenal food" and an "above and beyond experience." Known for its "unique and unusual dishes," it provides a memorable dining adventure. With "amazing service," this cozy spot in Toronto excels in ambiance and menu creativity. Don't miss their standout lemon meringue pie!
295 Reviews
  1. Joseph

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s highly rated for a reason, the meal, ambience and service were second to none. Went in March 31st to celebrate a birthday and didn’t feel rushed even for a second. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a date night/celebration.
    AloetteResponded today
    Hi Joseph, thank you so much for choosing to celebrate with us! We are so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your experience and we hope to celebrate with you again in the future. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  2. Liz VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every single dish we ordered was delicious. We were guided by our server (who was bartending as well), and the meal was perfect. Sharing all of our dishes was the best. Can’t recommend enough.
    AloetteResponded today
    Hello Liz, thank you for taking the time to share your visit. We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your experience and we can't wait to host you again soon!

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  3. Morley VIP

    Toronto13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is consistently on-point in every regard. It’s my favorite place to be at in Toronto.
    AloetteResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks Morley, always a pleasure having you!

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  4. Lexi

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal food and quick professional service! Above and beyond experience, highly recommend
    AloetteResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Lexi, thank you for taking the time to share your visit. We are so happy to hear how much you enjoyed the food and service and we look forward to hosting you again!

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  5. Scott

    Calgary5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Toronto is chock full of expensive and mediocre restaurants and bars that offer an aesthetic without any quality backing it up. This spot is definitely not in that category. It’s expensive, but the quality of the food and service does earn your dollars.
    AloetteResponded 7 days ago
    Hello, Scott. Thank you for taking the time to write a review, and for your kind compliments. We are thrilled to hear that our food and service delivered a stand-out experience for you. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  6. Natasha VIP

    Toronto37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We absolutely loved our experience here. We were seated at the counter - at the end- by the kitchen… and HIGHLY recommend. Such an experience to watch the kitchen staff prepare your meals and perfect them before they go out to customers. The food was just as delicious as it was beautiful. Drinks were lovely. I ordered a dirty martini and my husband had a Negroni (their version) and both were done with expertise and creativity. The lamb skewer was our fav. We ordered a few small plates to share, as per the server’s recommendation and that’s a great way to experience as much of what they have to offer and not over eat! Would def recommend and go again!
    AloetteResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Natasha, thank you so much for your kind words and glowing review. We are so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed sitting at our counter and watching our Chefs work. We truly cannot wait to welcome you back!

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  7. JohnL

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great twist on brunch Euro style! It’s a must do restaurant!
    AloetteResponded on March 23, 2025
    Hello, JohnL. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are delighted to be one of your must-do restaurants. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  8. Steve

    Toronto9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    An exceptional experience. Food was excellent We ordered and shared the wedge salad, fried chicken, ricotta agnolotti, triple fried French fries, warm bread with whipped walnut butter and a slice of lemon meringue pie. Service was impeccable from being greeted and seated by Marco to the professional intuitive service throughout our meal by Kiara (I believe) and Bennett. An excellent lunch time experience.
    AloetteResponded on March 23, 2025
    Hello, Steve. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed the food and service. We appreciate the kind compliments, and we will be sure to share them with the rest of the team. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  9. Vix7 VIP

    London19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Unusual and unique dishes made this a memorable dining experience. Absolute treat for the tastebuds!
    AloetteResponded on March 23, 2025
    Hello, Vix7. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are thrilled to hear that our food delivered a memorable experience for you. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  10. Shravan

    Montreal2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had Ricotta Agnolotti which was good. Didn't like the fried chicken though. Over the counter seating could have been more comfortable.
    AloetteResponded on March 23, 2025
    Hello, Shravan. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the ricotta agnolotti. We appreciate your feedback and will share it with the rest of the team. We hope to welcome you back in the future!

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FAQs

Aloette is rated 4.7 stars by 295 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 p.m.
Booked 46 times today
Google Map for Aloette

163 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5V 2L6

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Southeast corner of Queen St and Spadina Ave
  • Neighbourhood
    Entertainment District
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:30 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
    Bistro, Contemporary American, Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Osgoode Subway Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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