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The Dorset, Toronto, ON

The Dorset

4.6
4.6
266 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
British

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2 people
11:30 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Inspired by the British coastline and countryside, Executive Chef Ryan Lister is excited to bring a taste of his culinary roots to downtown Toronto. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday roast, The Dorset offers patrons a myriad of ways to enjoy seasonal, contemporary British cooking and cocktails.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Tue, Wed 11:30 am–11:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (647) 288-4304
  • Website
    https://www.thedorsetwellington.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Ryan Lister
  • Location
    457 Wellington St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1E7
  • Neighbourhood
    King West
  • Cross Street
    The Dorset is located on Wellington Street between Spadina and Portland.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Accessible via the King and Spadina streetcar routes. The nearest subway station is Union.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea

    Jan 26, 2025 - Mar 30, 2025
    Pinkies up! Experience the charm of Afternoon Tea — a cherished British custom that celebrates bite-sized bliss. Available on the last Sunday of every month from 11am to 4pm, sip your choice of tea while indulging in classic delights like freshly baked butter and fruit scones, delicate finger sandwiches, and an array of exquisite desserts. Looking to elevate your experience even further? Why not add some sparkle? Purchase a glass (or bottle) of bubbles to get a little extra fancy at tea time! Crafted by our talented team of Chefs, don’t miss your chance to sit back, relax and savour our oh-so-scrumptious sampling. Reserve your table today!
    Afternoon Tea photo

  • Trivia Tuesdays

    Multiple dates available
    Think you’re a trivia master? Prove it at Trivia Tuesdays at The Dorset! Join us every Tuesday at 7:30pm for an evening of brain-teasing fun, hosted by The Sociable Host. Grab your smartest friends, grab a pint, and battle it out for your chance to win a $50 bar tab for your team! No entry fee. Just great vibes, good drinks, and some friendly competition. Don’t miss out—make Tuesday night your new tradition at The Dorset!

  • International Women's Day

    $99.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at The Dorset on Saturday, March 8th, for an unforgettable International Women’s Day Dinner celebrating Toronto’s top female chefs, bartenders, and producers. This exclusive event features a stunning five-course meal crafted by renowned guest chefs, plus a welcome cocktail. Sip on curated wines and select beers from Avling Brewery while enjoying dishes from culinary leaders like Nuit Regular (Pai, Kiin), Laura Maxwell (Avling Brewery), and O&B chefs Alessandra Bustamante, Martina Soos, and Solange Reyes. Expert bartenders Monica Carbonell (Liquid Culture) and Eleni Bock (Canoe) will be crafting specialty drinks for the evening.

Offers

  • Half-price Wine

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Wed - 11:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m., 4:45 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
    Here’s a reason to celebrate: we’re uncorking half-price bottles of wine every Tuesday and Wednesday! Whether you’re in the mood for sparkling, white, red, or rosé, let our in-house team of experts match you with the perfect pairing. Enjoy a bottle alongside a quintessential British main like Wild Halibut or Cottage Pie for a truly spectacular meal. Grab your friends or coworkers and book your table today!

    Half-price Wine photo

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 3:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m., 4:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.,Mon - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.,Tue - Sat - 3:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m., 4:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    Visit The Dorset bar Monday from 4–6pm and Tuesday–Sunday from 2–6pm to savour delectable Happy Hour deals! Enjoy all cocktails for $10, select beer pints for $6, half-price bottles of wine and bubbles, and select glasses of wine for $10 and $15. Whether you’re craving a mid-afternoon pick-me-up or a late-night refreshment, our affordable offerings are sure to hit the spot.

    Happy Hour photo

  • Late Night Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - Sat - 4:45 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.
    As the sun goes down, things are just getting started at The Dorset bar! Visit every Thursday to Saturday from 9pm–midnight to enjoy delicious beverage deals. From handcrafted cocktails to glasses and bottles of wine, we’ve got a refreshing sip with your name on it—for less! Book a table to secure your seat!

    Late Night Happy Hour photo

Menu

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What 266 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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Dorset delights with its "wonderful" staff and "excellent food," offering a cozy, English-inspired atmosphere. Standouts include "great cocktails," "delicious fish and chips," and "a must-try" Sunday roast. Guests rave about the "impeccable service" and memorable experiences, making it a "highly recommended" spot for both casual outings and special occasions.

266 Reviews

  1. Glenn

    Vancouver

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    It was a good evening. Lots of Valentine's weekend celebrations going on... but I was treated well and the food was British!!

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  2. Vladyslav

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing place,highly recommend Beautiful interior

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  3. Mohamd

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We got one vday menu and items from the regular menu. Overall the food was really good and I really loved their fish and chips from the regular menu. The service was super good as well

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  4. Sjouke

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time, went on Valentines so just like everywhere a bit extra chaotic, but that’s what makes it fun! Great service (hosts and servers) and delicious food. Will definitely be back!

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  5. Vincent

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    It may have been Valentine’s Day craziness, but service was poor. Drinks took forever to arrive, almost with the meal. It could have been he was busy/new and I can forgive the service because the food was incredible. I recommend going for the food.

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  6. Andrew

    VIP

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Great ambience. Service was fine. The low review is because it was awful value. One octopus leg per dish. 3 scallops on a large order. Wouldn’t recommend relative to similar price point options in the neighbourhood.

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  7. Andrew

    Toronto

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Winterlicious menu. Ambiance is not what we expected but probably what was intended. Like a restaurant in Dorset, UK, a fishing town. All flavours were very intense. Here is what we ate: Beetroot salad - rutabaga, charred citrus vinaigrette, orange, pumpkin seeds, sumac labneh, lettuce - very nice Mulligatawny Soup - cream of chicken soup, curry spices, lamb panisse, fried chickpeas - spicy & good Osso Bucco - stewed beef shin, suet dumplings, root vegetables - nice intense flavour, missing marrow Pork Jowl - saskatchewan lentils, sunchoke purée, grilled cabbage, warm norfolk county apple & hazelnut dressing - tiny cubed apples, ultra crispy skin, cabbage a little burnt SOLERO - mango, passion fruit, zéphyr white chocolate - fancy ice cream, again intense flavour MAPLE PUDDING - steamed sponge cake, tamarack farms maple syrup, citrus custard - tasted almost like gulab jamun Pinto Grigio $20 for 8oz House draft 6% $11 for pint Service very good. Was out of there in less than 2 hours.

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  8. Sabita

    Toronto

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great decor, good food, great service, nice location.

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  9. Paolo

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant, great food (vegetarian) and service! Going again!

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  10. Cheryl

    VIP

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went during Winterlicious. Menu was good and had a number of selections. Ambience is warri and inviting. Portions for the main seemed on the small side but food was prepared well and service was attentive. Staff were very on top of dietary restrictions and sensitivities and checked on us frequently. Would recommend. Location was great in the Well

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The Dorset is rated 4.6 stars by 266 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Dorset

457 Wellington St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1E7

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    The Dorset is located on Wellington Street between Spadina and Portland.
  • Neighbourhood
    King West
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Tue, Wed 11:30 am–11:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Accessible via the King and Spadina streetcar routes. The nearest subway station is Union.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Ryan Lister
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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