House of York

4.1

21 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Romantic

Due to an overwhelming interest, reservations are fully booked, however walk-ins are welcome.

Christmas sweaters, kitschy decor and a cheerful, holiday-themed cocktail menu. What more does one need to get into the festive spirit!

Must be 19+. 1 hour seating time. Proof of vaccination with photo ID required.

Not bookable

Online reservations at House of York can only be made directly on their website.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 368-2511
Website
https://www.fairmont.com/royal-york-toronto/dining/the-thirsty-elf/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
100 Front St. West, toronto, ON M5J1E3
Neighbourhood
Toronto
Cross Street
Front St and York St
Parking details
Self-parking is available at nearby public parking garages.
Public transit
Union Station
Additional
Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 21 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

3.7Food
4.4Service
4Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Moderate

21 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
VIP
Toronto
8 reviews
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2021
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Was disappointed with the ambiance. Decor was cheap and very basic. Expected a much nicer venue from the Royal York Hotel
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MH9875
VIP
Toronto
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2021
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Disappointing, much better ambiance in years past. Save your money.
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JessicaN
Toronto
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2021
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We didn’t order food. It was ok! I feel the decorations were better in previous years. We had a 4pm reservation and there was a line outside. It wasn’t clear what the line was for so we asked at the front and we’re taken in right away so the line was for walk ins. There should be a sign though indicating this as I actually thought they didn’t accept walk ins and thought maybe because doors just opened there was a line for reservations and COVID screening. So that needs to be clearer. Drinks are excellent but you only get 60 min max - kind of stupid. My second drink had about a quarter of it left and I had to abandon it because we were kicked out. Lovely concept and glad k went because the drinks are amazing but I feel they phoned it in this year.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
VIP
Edmonton
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2021
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Attended for the kitschy kitschy decor and it was disappointing. It was far nicer last year in the outdoor pop up. Decor was red & white. Much less that last year and years before. Drinks were good, great presentation. We didn’t even order food as it was underwhelming last year so we knew to go for drinks only.
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TashA
New Orleans
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2021
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
We expected so much more! We booked a reservation early, and knew that the prices would be 'Fairmont' standard but we thought it would be classy, xmas themed, impressive and a 'must do'. But we felt like it missed the mark hugely, the bar location is in the basement, possibly a converted meeting room, decorated in cheap decorations, with tables scattered awkwardly and themed drinks severely overpriced for the quality served. We enjoyed the music and doing something different with our afternoon, but for the price and reputation felt like it needs an overhaul and an upgrade. Stayed for one drink, and left disappointed.
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TaniaS
VIP
Toronto
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful and festive set up! Perfect for a holiday date!!!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
VIP
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, cute theme
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steffyk
VIP
Toronto
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2021
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It was okay. Cute concept and execution, good drinks, not a very good food menu so we didn't order food. They are really into reminding you that you have only an hour at the table, they told us when we got in, and our server literally reminded us 7 times, we felt really rushed so we actually left after 45 min.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Very festive pop-up bar that I’ve always wanted to try. Servers were friendly to help take group pictures. The drinks were a little overhyped since I felt that it was slightly overpriced for the flavours I was experiencing from the cocktails. The drinks were very heavily on the alcohol, and lacking on the overall flavours. Overall great experience with friends, just needs a little focus on what’s on the menu since I’m visiting a hotel, I’m expecting “more” out of the complexity and taste of drinks given the pricing too.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Cute but not as festive as last year
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FAQs

House of York is rated 4.1 stars by 21 OpenTable diners.

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

Not bookable

Online reservations at House of York can only be made directly on their website.

100 Front St. West, toronto, ON M5J1E3

Additional information

Cross Street
Front St and York St
Neighbourhood
Toronto
Hours of Operation
Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Self-parking is available at nearby public parking garages.
Public transit
Union Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
https://www.fairmont.com/royal-york-toronto/dining/the-thirsty-elf/
Phone number
(416) 368-2511

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