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Aloette, Toronto, ON
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Aloette

CAN$31 to CAN$50
Bistro

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
Opened in 2017. Michelin-recommended since 2022.

We first imagined Aloette to be the perfect diner that we’d want to dine in – a menu with a great cheeseburger paired with a fantastic and fun wine list, a long row of bar stools facing the bar and the kitchen, and an energetic atmosphere accented with an old school hip hop playlist. The buzz of the dining room mirrors the energy of the street on Spadina Avenue; the dining room itself mimics a train’s dining car. It’s a bistro-meets-diner-meets-internationally-inspired menu which is also representative of the diverse culture in Toronto. Our service team is upbeat and genuine but also deeply knowledgeable about the menu and offerings.

Brunch at Aloette was something we said we’d never do. But the city kept asking and we’re glad to be a new staple in the Queen West neighbourhood for mimosas, chicken and waffles, and piping hot coffees.

We hope you love our little diner as much as we and our team do.

Patrick Kriss & Zane Pearl

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Executive chef: Patrick Kriss

From the OpenTable editors: The casual sibling of acclaimed restaurant Alo, Aloette redefines comfort food with impeccable execution and high-quality ingredients. The restaurant’s rail car-inspired interior feels both plush and nostalgic, while dishes like the iceberg wedge, burger topped with Beaufort and lemon meringue pie have achieved near-legendary status in Toronto since the restaurant opened in 2017.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Contemporary American, Canadian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 260-3444
  • Website
    https://aloetterestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Aloette is available for private buyouts of our entire dining room.
  • Location
    163 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5V 2L6
  • Neighborhood
    Entertainment District
  • Cross street
    Southeast corner of Queen St and Spadina Ave
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Osgoode Subway Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Menu

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What 199 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Bistro

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aloette offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "exceptional cuisine and service." The cozy diner-like ambiance features a "cool vibe" and "energetic staff." Signature dishes like the "fried chicken," "wedge salad," and "lemon meringue pie" are highly praised. While some find it pricey, the "delicious food" and "fantastic atmosphere" make it a must-visit in Toronto.

199 Reviews

  1. Gabrielle

    Montreal

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice little place to eat a delicious food ! I ate at the bar and we were very well treated ! The dishes were full of flavours and the portion generous enough ! A place i really recommend.
    AloetteResponded today
    Hello Gabrielle, thank your taking the time to share your visit and for your recommendation! We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed dining at our bar top and we look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  2. Elma

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first time trying this restaurant and everything was perfect
    AloetteResponded today
    Hello Elma, we are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your first dining experience with us and we look forward to hosting you again very soon! Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  3. Bill

    Toronto

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service, atmosphere, and brunch. Five stars, highly recommend!!
    AloetteResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Bill, thank you so much for your five star review! We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed brunch with us. We truly look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  4. Gisele

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent cocktails and the food is great. If you’re a fan of sharing plates, you’ll love it.
    AloetteResponded today
    Hello Gisele, thank you for sharing your visit! We are so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed our cocktails and our sharing style menu. We can't wait to host you again. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  5. Kate

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful long family meal with our (almost) adult children. The food was amazing & im condidering returning tomorrow for lunch.
    AloetteResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Kate, we are so pleased to hear how much you and your family enjoyed your visit! We hope to welcome you back again soon. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  6. Sara

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, uniquely seasoned, mouth watering and tasteful.
    AloetteResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Sara, we are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed the food during your visit! We look forward to hosting you again. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  7. Shannon

    Greece

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always a treat! The menu is small but delicious and the ambience is 👌 . Thank you!
    AloetteResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Shannon, we are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience. Thank you for sharing your visit and we can't wait to host you again! Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  8. Patrick

    New York City

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    This is not what you would expect for such a highly rated restaurant. It looks more like a diner, setting with booth along the front and seats along a bar like in a diner. Having said that the food is excellent, although the drinks are limited and the wine list is mediocre. It is slightly overpriced, but really want to emphasize that the food is excellent.
    AloetteResponded 6 days ago
    Hello, Patrick. Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We're glad to hear your glowing review of our food options, and happy that you picked up on our diner inspired interior design done by the fabulous Commute Design team. We'd love to hear more about your feedback with our beverage offerings if you're open to reaching out to us directly and we hope to welcome you back soon! Best, The team at Aloette

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  9. Jackie

    Toronto

    68 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This happening stylish bistro is worth visiting. Ambience is cozy and food and service were top notch. Nice variety of small and main plates to share and enjoy. Wedge salad is a must to try and the complimentary cheddar brioche was a nice (& delicious) start to our meal.
    AloetteResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Jackie, we are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing dining experience. Thank you for sharing your highlights and we truly look forward to having you join us again. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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  10. Stuart

    London

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful lunch. Great food and excellent service. Would strongly recommend.
    AloetteResponded on November 27, 2024
    Hello Stuart, we are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed the food and service during your lunch with us! We are looking forward to hosting you again soon. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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FAQs

Aloette is rated 4.7 stars by 199 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Google Map for Aloette

163 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5V 2L6

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Southeast corner of Queen St and Spadina Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Entertainment District
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Contemporary American, Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Osgoode Subway Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Website
    https://aloetterestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (416) 260-3444
  • Private party facilities
    Aloette is available for private buyouts of our entire dining room.
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