Award-winning

Madrina Bar y Tapas

Name: Madrina Bar y Tapas
Address: 2 Trinity St, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5A 3C4
Telephone: (416) 548-8055
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1366 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Catalan

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Lively

Welcome to Madrina, where we focus on seasonal products and authentic ingredients from Spain to reimagine a menu that marries innovation and fun with Barcelona classics.

Our 37ft bar serves sangria, cocktails, and traditional tapas. In true Catalonian fashion, the bar features a ham carving station and a Spanish-style glass display case with cold bar delicacies. The open kitchen provides a window into the work from the brilliant team behind the menu, offering modern interpretations of traditional Catalonian tapas.

We are proud to be the first restaurant in Canada to earn the coveted "Restaurants from Spain" certification, identifying Madrina for the use of authentic Spanish ingredients and techniques. We are also thrilled to have been part of the Michelin Guide in 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Our wine list showcases many beautiful Spanish grape varieties and regions, including some indigenous grapes, while our famed cocktail list features wonderfully creative cocktails.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Catalan, Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 548-8055
Website
http://www.madrinatapas.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
2 Trinity St, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighbourhood
Distillery District
Cross Street
Distillery Lane and Trinity St., accessible from Parliament and Cherry St.
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Distillery Historic DistrictDirections: Take the 504 King streetcar eastbound to Parliament Street or take the 65 Parliament bus southbound to King Street. Proceed south on Parliament Street to Mill Street, then proceed east on Mill Street.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Experiences

NYE Chef's Tasting Menu
$93.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Immerse yourself in the enchantment of Madrina this New Year's Eve. Enjoy an exclusive 10-course tapas menu showcasing Spain's classic flavors and traditions, carefully curated by our Chefs. Elevate your experience with a Spanish wine pairing or a bottle of our Cava to welcome 2025! Please specify any dietary restrictions in the notes of your booking. Vegetarian options available. All guests must participate in the chef's tasting menu. All bookings are non-refundable and do not include tax or 18% gratuity. Each seating will have a limit of 2.5 hours.

What 1,366 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Madrina Bar y Tapas offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food," "delicious tapas," and a "creative menu" that blends traditional Spanish cuisine with innovative twists. Located in Toronto's Distillery District, it boasts a lively atmosphere and "super friendly staff." Be aware of "high prices" and "small portions," but expect a memorable culinary journey.

1,366 Reviews

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anne
Toronto
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Loved it, food and sangria were excellent and our server was great. Our only complaint was that the blinding sun coming through the window and it was a bit chilly in the restaurant. Would definitely recommend it and will come back.
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Andrea
VIP
Toronto
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great ambience. The food was good but not outstanding. Lobster dish was way overpriced for the very small portion.
Madrina Bar y TapasResponded today
Andrea, thank you for visiting our restaurant and for providing us with your review. While we appreciate giving us a try and that you enjoyed our restaurants great ambiance, we are sorry to hear that your meal did not quite hit the mark, and to hear that you could not see the value in our dishes. Regarding our prices, while we understand prices are subjective, we feel ours are a great balance between doing what's right by our business while reflecting the quality of our ingredients. That said, we encourage you to let us create a better experience for you in the future, should you choose to dine with us again. Best regards, Stuart K.
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Tristan
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fantastic experience and meal. The small plates are amazing, from the flavour to the attention to detail.
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Diane
VIP
Toronto
34 reviews
4.0
34 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I really enjoyed Madrinas. This is my 3rd time and the food is really delicious and consistent. The service is very good. The staff is so pleasant and genuinely happy to see you. They have a great wine list and the food is upscale authentic. Definitely a sharing menu. You must try the Tuna Tartare cones and Shrimp Croquetas. We also loved the Catalan Chicken wraps and The Crab and Avacado Salad Cannelloni. I would go back again. The is lots of variety and I always enjoy myself. There is a nice lively crowd and the it is always fun to mill around the Distillery District.
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Julia
Vancouver
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Great service and decent food but was a bit noisy - overall good but not as good as i expected for Michelin star
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Stewart
VIP
Toronto
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Had 8 different tapas. Some were tasty (Tuna cones, crab Pintxos, truffled manchego (although tiny amount of quince paste), others fairly bland (mushroom Pintxos, tortillas de patatas) and the truffled egg yolk was not nice at all. Poor value for the Anchovy Matrimonio (4 tiny slivers of anchovy $20) and Paella (4 small clams and 4 shrimp on a small plate of very ordinary Arborio $35). Cocktails were very good. Attractive decor. Good service. Music was not to my taste, repetitive electro pop.
Madrina Bar y TapasResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for visiting our restaurant Stewart and for providing us with your review. While it makes us happy to hear that our Cocktails, Service and Restaurants Decor was something you enjoyed, we’re sorry to hear that our food failed to live up to your expectations, and that you could not see the value in our dishes. Saying that, we assure you that our Chef and his team put a lot of care and consideration when sharing comforting and delicious cuisine. Please know that we would have been happy to replace anything that wasn’t to your liking. We encourage you to let us create a better experience for you in the future. Best Regards, Stuart K.
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Jo-Ann
Toronto
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had a great evening at Madrina. Our server, Kai was so knowledgeable, answered our questions and offered great suggestions. Each plate was so tasty and well presented. The space is small and a little noisy but totally acceptable. A bit pricey but like it’s said, you get what you pay for. Worth it for such great service, delicious food and a delightful Tapas experience.
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Monica
VIP
Las Vegas
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Staff was very knowledgeable on all menu items, very friendly and welcoming. Our server was attentive with impeccable timing. Food was delicious and ending the meal with sherry was a lovely touch.
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Adam
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Drink's where amazing, not only the taste but presentation. Mezkal was awesome
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Ruben
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was a great atmosphere portions are what is expected of tapas and food was excellent.
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Madrina Bar y Tapas is rated 4.5 stars by 1366 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

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

2 Trinity St, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
Distillery Lane and Trinity St., accessible from Parliament and Cherry St.
Neighbourhood
Distillery District
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Catalan, Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Distillery Historic DistrictDirections: Take the 504 King streetcar eastbound to Parliament Street or take the 65 Parliament bus southbound to King Street. Proceed south on Parliament Street to Mill Street, then proceed east on Mill Street.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
http://www.madrinatapas.com/
Phone number
(416) 548-8055

Madrina Bar y Tapas

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Additional information

Experiences

NYE Chef's Tasting Menu

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What 1,366 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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