Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Toronto / Ontario

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Standing Room Only

5.0

5 (172)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Guelph

About the restaurant

Come and enjoy a drink in Canada's Smallest Bar - Standing Room Only! Located in Guelph's unique and historic Ward neighbourhood. We craft delicious and innovative cocktails in an intimate and creative space. Come and enjoy a throwback to another time - when speakeasies were all the rage! Perfect for after work drinks - or before or after dinner drink - or even a night cap! The room is also available to book for your intimate private event. Please call or message us on Instagram to make arrangements.

Top review

Donna

Dined 4 days ago

Standing Room Only has been a great experience for the two times I’ve been. It’s a unique spot, which is very welcoming and has great drinks. I had a delicious mock tail tonight!

C Suite

4.9

4.9 (97)

CAN$51 and over

Cocktail Bar

The Annex

About the restaurant

The hidden cocktail bar of your dreams. Styled after a 1920's era cocktail train car, C Suite creates a unique cocktail experience whether you are joining us at the bar or in the lounge.

When seated at the bar, our barman Albert Han and his apprentice Fei will create unforgettable cocktails for you, tailored exactly to your tastes. It will be the best hour of your day.

Join us in our lounge to experience our signature cocktails, taste some whiskies or have a glass of wine paired expertly with our culinary offerings, prepared by the finest chefs in Toronto.

Reserve your spot today.

Top review

PaulVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent quality cocktails. Probably the best old fashioned I've ever tasted. Great friendly service also. Expensive, but worth it.

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Experience

Bespoke Bar Experience

Experience

Lounge seating

Kelseys Original Roadhouse - Brampton Financial Drive

4.9

4.9 (165)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Brampton

About the restaurant

Kelseys Original Roadhouse in Brampton, ON is your destination for an awesome and delicious restaurant and sports bar experience! Enjoy our classic Four-Cheese Spinach Dip, juicy double-stacked burgers, and unforgettable chicken wings, all while catching the game on our TVs. Take advantage of daily deals on happy hour and lunch, plus get 1/2 price wings every Thursday. Can't make it in? Order your favourites for delivery or takeout and enjoy Kelseys wherever you are!

Top review

Samantha

Dined on Nov 18, 2024

Great place to eat! Food was hot, served fast and delicious!

Wilks Bar at Langdon Hall

4.8

4.8 (59)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Wilks’ Bar is a comfortable and cozy atmosphere for guests to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail, a night-cap or various bites & shares. With live music every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evening and the best burger in town, you won't want to leave.

The Wilks' cocktail menu is expertly crafted by our team to bring you unique creations, both alcoholic and spirit-free.

Top review

CathyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

It was excellent. The atmosphere, service and food were fantastic.

The Good Earth Vineyard And Winery

4.9

4.9 (2719)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Niagara Falls

About the restaurant

Since 1998, when we opened our Niagara farm, home and hearts to our guests, The Good Earth has been a haven for discerning food and wine lovers and an oasis for the senses. Our gardens, orchards and vineyards provide a spectacular backdrop for wine and culinary experiences that reflect all the good things the earth has to offer.

Top review

Mark

Dined 3 days ago

Food and service was great as usual. We enjoy this winery in all seasons.

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John Max Sports and Wings - Lauzon

5.0

5 (514)

CAN$30 and under

American

Downtown Windsor

About the restaurant

John Max Sports & Wings is Windsor, Ontario's best sports bar.

We have a 10 minute grace period. Please call us if you are running late to hold your reservation.

Top review

Jennifer

Dined on Dec 6, 2024

Had the nachos, we paid 6.00 to get beef on it. There was hardly any beef and the little that was on it was burnt. So I paid 23.00 for nachos that were terrible! Service was great and the atmosphere for the football game was amazing.

La Banane

5.0

5 (849)

CAN$51 and over

French

Ossington

About the restaurant

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Beyond the yellow door, guests enter a space where the past and future mingle. Hallmarks of classic bistro style – a long marble bar, white linens and crystal stemware are mixed with contemporary art, bold colour and an eclectic soundtrack of funk, Motown and disco.

We look forward to welcoming you to La Banane.

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Mark

Dined on Nov 22, 2024

One of the best steak tartare I have had in the city and our server was absolutely top notch.

Bar Avelo

4.8

4.8 (70)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Vegan

Yorkville

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Mary

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

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!)

Papi’s

4.8

4.8 (194)

CAN$51 and over

Steakhouse

London

About the restaurant

Not your typical steakhouse in London - A Rare Find

Top review

Lisa

Dined 3 days ago

Great dining experience at Papi’s. The atmosphere and service was great. Food was absolutely delicious!! Can’t wait to go back!!! Highly recommend for a special occasion!

Oaklands at The Riverbend Inn

4.8

4.8 (745)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

French / Canadian

Niagara-on-the-Lake

About the restaurant

The Oaklands celebrates simplicity, the season, and a sense of place. We connect people to place through respect for our history, our land, artisans and our commitment to warm hospitality and service. The restaurant takes its culinary cues from Niagara’s ingredient driven cuisine, rooted in the breadth and depth of global French culinary influence.

The beautiful setting encourages you to lose track of time enjoying stunning vineyard views and our sister property, Peller Estates, while enjoying a menu that changes with the seasons.

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Kylie

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Everything was amazing. Great atmosphere, good tasty food that came out hot. Cappuccino was delicious. Surprised by our complimentary mimosas for our anniversary. Staff were all wonderful.

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