Aloette Bay

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   Peter

   Toronto

   25 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   25 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Best French fries in Canada. Superb steak tartare. Strong martinis. Attentive professional service.
   

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   Lori

   Toronto

   51 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   51 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Five stars for service! Servers were attentive without being intrusive - fantastic! We started with the halloumi w olives and two wedge salads to share. Both apps were flavorful and unique. Our mains included the house burger with fries, scallops, fried chicken and the special burger which featured wagyu beef with truffle. These arrived at a well paced interval. Everyone shared a little of their entree to enthusiastic reviews. So why only four stars for the food? Well the highly touted lemon meringue pie was a definite disappointment. There was some kind of an odd aftertaste in the flavor profile. Not sure if it was the crust or the lemon filling, but it was definitely off. Luckily we also ordered the carrot cake. It was exceptional! Atmosphere? When we arrived the rap music playing in the space was so loud we could not hold a conversation. We asked for the music to be turned down. The rap was changed to something much more mellow and the volume was turned down. That’s great service! We found the corkage fee to be high - $50 - for a restaurant that’s part of the “food court” i.e. you have to go out in the hallway to use the restroom. But, the servers were attentive in this area as well - coming by our table to top up glasses when needed. Communication prior to our evening advised the restaurant that we were celebrating a birthday. Nothing was done to acknowledge or recognize the occasion. Maybe going with a different playlist and lowering the volume was the best they could do.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Toronto

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 13, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   To Whom It May Concern, It was not what I expected. Unfortunately the burger was super undercooked almost raw. I was expecting it to be much better. The oysters were fabulous and service was excellent. However, I was very upset to come home with the replacement burger to find out there was a hair inside the patty. I have been to Alo for the tasting menu with my husband for our Anniversary and it was fabulous, so I hope you can understand that this might be a one time situation. It was just not up to the standard I was expecting and it was disappointing, because I was meeting my mother for the first time in several months. I hope this finds you well! I work at CIBC Square and would appreciate if I can have another chance to try the restaurant. Sincerely, Melanie
   

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   Fahed

   Toronto

   35 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   35 reviews

   Dined on November 9, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Kay and her team were excellent as usual. They even served a few extra apps and dessert on the house. We had a great dining experience. The steak and scallops were great options. I ordered the octopus appetizer again and it was delicious. Though this restaurant is priced steeper compared to similar establishments and the layout is not ideal. However, overall, given the food and service, I highly recommend this spot.
   

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   Nancy

   Toronto

   4 reviews

   3.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on November 9, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 2

   The staff was great. The fried chicken had more crispy breading than chicken. The burger was a better value. The crispy sweet potato was especially delicious. I don't know if we were just seated too closely to the speakers but we felt the music was too loud. The menu could have used some salad options. Overall, it was okay but didn't meet my expectations.
   

   Aloette BayResponded on November 14, 2024

   Hi, Nancy. Thank you for all of your feedback! we really appreciate every opportunity to improve. I have shared your comments with the kitchen and they have taken it on board. I have also taken the time to adjust the music as sometimes we don't realize how much louder it can be in certain spots. Again, thank you for bringing all of this to our attention.
   

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   John

   Toronto

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 7, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 1

   The food was good, however, the banquette they provided for 6 adults was far too small, suitable for children. Being crushed together into this type of seating made the meal and overall experience poor.
   

   Aloette BayResponded on November 8, 2024

   Hi, John. I regret that your seating arrangement left you dissatisfied during your visit last night. We do our best to find the right seating for all of our guests but we clearly missed the mark with your group. I would love to have you visit us again in a different seating arrangement to make it up to you. Please reach out to us so that we can arrange for that.
   

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   Amy

   New York City

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on November 6, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent food and service in an energetic atmosphere.
   

   Aloette BayResponded on November 7, 2024

   Thank you for the lovely review, Amy! We look forward to having you in again soon!
   

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   Tom

   Dallas

   22 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   22 reviews

   Dined on November 6, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We were from out of town, and the staff were exceptionally gracious, helpful, and professional. Food was excellent. Cocktails well made. Staff was attentive, and professional. Not excessive.
   

   Aloette BayResponded on November 14, 2024

   Wow, Tom! What a wonderful review!! Thank you so much for choosing us! We look forward to having you in again.
   

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   Tony

   Toronto

   5 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on November 6, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fabulous lunch. Great food and service. Loved the feeling of the entire restaurant. We will be back!
   

   Aloette BayResponded on November 7, 2024

   Thank you for the wonderful review, Tony! We look forward to having you back!
   

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    Michael

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Awesome meal. Octopus is a must try. Great place to eat before a leaf game.
    

    Aloette BayResponded on November 6, 2024

    Hi, Michael! We are so glad you enjoyed everything! Nice to see our fellow Leafs fans have found us!
    

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