The Dorset

Name: The Dorset
Address: 457 Wellington St W, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5V 1E7
Telephone: (647) 288-4304
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

217 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

British

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2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for business meals
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. Within The Dorset’s charming and airy interior, guests are warmly invited to wet their whistles (and their appetites) at the main floor bar; or settle in upstairs for an elevated à la carte or Chef’s tasting menu experience. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday roast, The Dorset offers patrons a myriad of ways to enjoy seasonal, contemporary British cooking and cocktails.

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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

$130 Tasting Menu
Multiple dates available
Embark on a culinary journey inspired by the British coast and countryside with Taste of The Dorset, our exquisite six-course tasting menu spotlighting succulent seafood and seasonal delights. Served Wednesday through Saturday from 5pm in our elegant second-floor dining room, indulge in a meticulously crafted showcase of artful technique and exceptional ingredients. To further enhance your fine dining experience, enjoy curated wine pairings designed to elevate each dish. $130 per person. Excludes tax & gratuity. Please note: once booked, you will be contacted for a $50 dining deposit. Participation of the entire table is highly encouraged. Cancellations require 24 hours notice.
Holiday Afternoon Tea
Sep 29, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024
Join us on Dec 15, 22, or 29 for Holiday Tea! We’re serving up an exquisite quartet of dainty sweet treats including mince pie, yule log, gingerbread cookie, and our maple butterscotch walnut bar. Enjoy them alongside freshly brewed coffee and your choice of tea plus our other Afternoon Tea offerings for a truly festive experience. Although we typically host Afternoon tea on the last Sunday of every month, we’ve added two additional dates for you to indulge in the festive fun! 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!
New Year's Eve
$115.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
This year, we invite you to put on your sharpest suit and best bowtie for a celebration like no other. We’re hosting a 007-themed New Year’s Eve complete with a stacked martini cart, exquisite five-course dinner, themed cocktails, and so much more. We’ll also have a DJ spinning tunes all night to help us ring in 2025 in style. Dress to impress (bowties encouraged), order a Bond-inspired cocktail like the Moneypenny or Blofeld, and get ready for a memorable evening. Book your table today!

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!
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.
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!

What 217 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

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Dorset offers an inviting British dining experience in Toronto, praised for its "excellent food," "beautiful decor," and "fantastic service." Guests love the "warm and intimate atmosphere," making it perfect for special occasions. Signature dishes like the fish and chips and the tasting menu receive rave reviews, along with the attentive and knowledgeable staff.

217 Reviews

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Andrew
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic lunch. The croquettes and the burger are both phenomenal!
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Christina
VIP
Toronto
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and excellent service, will be back for sure!
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Melissa
Toronto
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The ambiance is nice but the service was lacking. We started off with attentive service but as the night went on, we were left unattended and we had to flag down servers to little avail. It seemed like the servers were preoccupied with the tables with more guests who arrived later than us. Our drinks also arrived really late so we weren’t able to order more drinks during happy hour because by the time our servers arrived, happy hour was over. Due to a mediocre night, I likely won’t recommend or return again.
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Charlotte
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We went for the Sunday Roast and the food was great and came out quickly. The service was also great. My only note is that the music in the upstairs dining area was (a) loud, especially considering it was not very busy at the time we were there (early dinner on a Sunday), and (b) not cohesive to the theme of the restaurant at all - the whole menu is British pub themed, as is the decor, and then they were just playing generic top 40/dance music. With some different music played at a bit lower volume, the whole environment would fit the theme of the menu, and it would be really outstanding! Would definitely return, just wanted to share one small note that could make a big difference for ambience.
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Mark
VIP
Toronto
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and service. The lamb sirloin was to die for. And, first place I’ve been to where a cocktail was served in a teacup.
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Sean
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service was excellent. I was thrilled with the attentiveness of the staff, from start to finish – they were there when we needed them, but were not underfoot during our meal. My date was not thrilled by her meal, but I thought mine was well above par. The ambiance is that of an upscale English pub. We dined downstairs, so I can't speak to the dining room experience upstairs.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant to bring clients to. Loved the ambience. Loved the decor. Food was delicious!
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Matthew
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chef Charlie was a great presence in the dining room by coming out and explaining the first course. Everything was well executed and will back for sure.
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PAUL
VIP
Toronto
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed their happy hour cocktails and small plates. Several large groups, including an Office Chrismas party were present but the staff were very attentive. Would visit again.
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fayj
VIP
Toronto
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful decor. Excellent service. Food is good but not great. Need more wine by the bottle in the $65 to $70 range. Would definitely recommend The Dorset.
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FAQs

The Dorset is rated 4.5 stars by 217 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

457 Wellington St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1E7

Dining areas

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

Website
https://www.thedorsetwellington.com/
Phone number
(647) 288-4304

The Dorset

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

$130 Tasting Menu

Holiday Afternoon Tea

New Year's Eve

Offers

Half-price Wine

Happy Hour

Late Night Happy Hour

Menu

What 217 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is The Dorset restaurant rated?

Is The Dorset currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information