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Bar Avelo, Toronto, ON

Bar Avelo

4.6
4.6
80 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Vegan

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
  • Charming
  • Vegan-friendly
  • Good for special occasions
Hidden in the upstairs of its sibling restaurant Avelo; in a heritage townhouse on a quiet street, Bar Avelo serves up cocktails, wine, and other drinks. In an intimate Victorian inspired space, it features dramatic arched ceilings and lush velvet textiles. Bar Avelo boasts an a la carte Tapas menu from the same creative mind of Avelo Restaurant's Head Chef Fernando Anrango, and serves up some of the finest plant-based bites in the city.

If you wish to dine with us for our 5 or 8 course Tasting menu, please book at Avelo Restaurant. We do NOT offer the Tasting menu at Bar Avelo. For further questions, please contact the restaurant.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Vegan, Vegetarian / Vegan, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (647) 643-3132
  • Website
    https://www.avelorestaurant.com/bar-avelo/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Fernando Anrango
  • Private party facilities
    Bar Avelo is available for private bookings of up to 20 guests. In addition, Avelo Restaurant, downstairs, is also available for up to 20 guests.
  • Location
    51 St Nicholas St, Toronto, ON M4Y 1W6
  • Neighbourhood
    Yorkville
  • Cross Street
    Located on St. Nicholas street, north of Irwin Ave and south of St Mary St.
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    5-10 minute walk from Bloor-Yonge and Wellesley Subway stations respectively.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine

Offers

  • Happy hour! $29 for 1 food item + 1 drink

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - Fri - 5:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
    Come join us after work for a bite and a drink, for only $29! Please see the current Happy Hour menu on our website for details. Non-alcoholic drink option available for $2 less.

Menu

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What 80 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Innovative

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Healthy

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Toronto

    Innovative

  • Toronto

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Toronto

    Healthy

  • Toronto

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Avelo offers an "exceptional food and drinks" experience in a "beautiful, warm atmosphere." Guests rave about the "intimate and charming" setting, "fantastic service," and "unique and intentional drinks." The mushroom dishes are a standout, and the "wonderful staff" make it feel like a "secret refuge" in Toronto.

80 Reviews

  1. Sheldon

    Toronto

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful old home with upstairs and downstairs seating. We sat upstairs and the decor was gorgeous with great music in the background. The service was impeccable and the food was to match. A very enjoyable experience.

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  2. Kelly

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My friends and I went to Bar Avelo for Winterlicious and it was amazing! Staff were very friendly and food was great. I highly recommend the jackfruit empanada. However, my very minor complaint was that our appetizer and entrees took a bit to come out. Overall, amazing place!

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  3. John

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for the Winterlicious experience Had the frito funghi, mushroom skewer, and mini cheese board. For drinks I had the Water of life, and their hot chocolate [with some vegan baileys] The food was great and the service was very attentive from the moment I was sat. If you order the hot chocolate, it might take a while because the kitchen takes care of it, but the servers will let you know that, and it tastes great as well. All the food was amazing, the frito funghi was my favourite, it was very crunchy and the pesto that comes with it is delicious. All in all a great experience.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Intimate dining room, lovely service thank you Max

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  5. Nicole

    Hawaii

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely and attentive bartender Audrey made delicious drinks and meaningful conversation. Dishes were nicely presented, however, our main courses were served cold (mushroom skewers and flatbread). Cheese plate and Violet Beauregard cocktail were highlights of the meal.

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  6. Sarah

    VIP

    Toronto

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were here for winterlicious. It was fantastic! My daughter and I had delicious blueberry sour mock tails, and ordered different selections from the menu so we could share even more yumminess! Highlights for us- the bean soup starter, the king oyster mushroom skewer and the amazing spice cake ( which was brought with a birthday candle for my daughter). Friendly and attentive service, cozy ambience, and delicious food!

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  7. Sally

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good. However, the service was very slow. We had a 4-people reservation at 6:45pm on the first day of Winterlicious. Our first course didn't arrive until 8:00pm. As soon as we finished our desserts, we were told that the next reservation was waiting and we were made to feel like we had to leave right away. The staff was nice enough but a lot of adjustments need to be made. As a suggestion, maybe comp something for the diners. It'll be a hard sell to return to this spot.

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  8. Michael

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful little spot! Beautiful, warm atmosphere; delicious food & drink — will be visiting again

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  9. Karim

    VIP

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cute place with nice decor. I had Great time there

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  10. Mary

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional food and drinks. Beautiful space. The mushroom adobo skewers are a must have, and the spice cake is worth saving room for (chef’s kiss!)

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FAQs

Bar Avelo is rated 4.6 stars by 80 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Bar Avelo

51 St Nicholas St, Toronto, ON M4Y 1W6

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located on St. Nicholas street, north of Irwin Ave and south of St Mary St.
  • Neighbourhood
    Yorkville
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Vegan, Vegetarian / Vegan, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    5-10 minute walk from Bloor-Yonge and Wellesley Subway stations respectively.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Fernando Anrango
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.avelorestaurant.com/bar-avelo/
  • Phone number
    (647) 643-3132
  • Private party facilities
    Bar Avelo is available for private bookings of up to 20 guests. In addition, Avelo Restaurant, downstairs, is also available for up to 20 guests.
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