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Bar Prima, Toronto, ON
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Bar Prima

CAN$51 and over
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
The neighbourhood Italian restaurant you’ve always dreamed of, Bar Prima features a luxurious atmosphere that evokes a sense of timelessness and nostalgia. The restaurant design captures an old-school charm with dimly lit ambiance, creating an elevated and elegant atmosphere. From Italian disco inspired music to vintage design touches, Chefs Craig Harding and Julian D’Ippolito have curated a space that feels as though it’s been there forever.

Bar Prima can at times feel opulent with its banquets and table lamps but can also feel relaxed and romantic. We seek to share our passion for food, beverage and hospitality, creativity and design with our open-minded guests!

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Executive chef: Julian D'Ippolito

From the OpenTable editors: With its arched gold leaf ceiling, royal blue accents and marble inlay floor, Bar Prima is a stunner from the moment you step inside. The restaurant menu, built on refined Italian-American dishes like spaghetti all’amatriciana and veal chop marsala, delivers equal wow factor. For drinks, the wine list steals the show, spanning from Italian classics to offbeat natural bottles.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, European
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (647) 347-9697
  • Website
    https://barprima.ca/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    1136 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1J3
  • Neighborhood
    Queen West
  • Cross street
    Five minute walk east of Queen and Dufferin St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    From Dufferin station take the 29 or 929 Dufferin bus south to Queen. You can transfer onto the 501 Streetcar and get off at Abell St streetcar stop. Bar Prima is located across the street from the streetcar stop.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

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Menu

STUZZI

  • tomato tramezziniCA$10.00

    • chicken liver & caviar maritozziCA$22.00

      • zeppole cacio e pepeCA$14.00

        ANTIPASTI

        • insalata autunnoCA$21.00

          • baby gem alla romanaCA$23.00

            • clam toastCA$24.00

              • scallops rockefellerCA$34.00

                • amberjack crudoCA$32.00

                  • beef tartareCA$29.00

                    PASTA

                    • stuffed gnocchi ripieniCA$32.00

                      • spaghetti all’amatricianaCA$28.00

                        • lobster fra diavolaCA$49.00

                          • agnolotti doppioCA$32.00

                            • pappardelle al raguCA$37.00

                              • funghetti di mareCA$39.00

                                PIATTI

                                • octopus alla grigliaCA$51.00

                                  • swordfish piccataCA$48.00

                                    • ossobuco milaneseCA$55.00

                                      • filetto d’agnelloCA$54.00

                                        • veal chop marsalaCA$57.00

                                          • striploin pepe verdeCA$85.00

                                            CONTORNI

                                            • potato pavéCA$14.00

                                              • rapini genoveseCA$14.00

                                                • cauliliniCA$14.00

                                                  DOLCE

                                                  • millefoglie CA$20.00

                                                    • gianduja tartufoCA$15.00

                                                      • crostata di melaCA$17.00

                                                        • tiramisu di altamuraCA$15.00

                                                          Last updated: February 13, 2025

                                                          What 407 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
                                                          • 4.8Ambience
                                                          • 4.3Value

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                                                          Review summary

                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                          Bar Prima offers an extraordinary dining experience with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." The ambiance is a perfect blend of elegance and warmth, ideal for a special night out. Dishes like the agnolotti and scallops are highly praised, and cocktails complement the meal beautifully. A "must visit" for any food enthusiast!

                                                          407 Reviews

                                                          1. Filippo

                                                            VIP

                                                            Toronto

                                                            4 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            4 reviews

                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Great food and service. Will definitely recommend.

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                                                          2. Joan

                                                            Toronto

                                                            8 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            8 reviews

                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Celebrating birthday today. Lovely server, friendly, helpful, detailed menu descriptions. Attentive service. Overall excellent experience with plans to return soon.

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                                                          3. Rosalba

                                                            Toronto

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Fabulous dinner with impeccable service. We will definitely return.

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                                                          4. Sabrina

                                                            Toronto

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            4.0

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            Dined on February 8, 2025

                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                            2. Food 4
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            The food was incredible from the first bite to dessert. The Baby gem salad, oxtail/short rib Ragu and Tartufo deserve their own spotlight. However, we ordered many dishes and none were a disappointment. Our server was a literal angel who answered every question, walked us through the entire menu, gave us recommendations from every category and checked up throughout dinner without ever interrupting - she was spectacular! We were pleasantly surprised that the business casual dress code leaned more casual which made the dining experience comfortable and less pretentious. And, to be clear, the stunning interiors and impeccable food could have easily warranted much more formal attire. There’s no cutting corners at Bar Prima - it was truly a perfect dining experience.

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                                                          5. LauraS

                                                            VIP

                                                            Toronto

                                                            12 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            12 reviews

                                                            Dined on February 7, 2025

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Wonderful evening all around! Great food, service, ambience.

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                                                          6. Chris

                                                            Toronto

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on February 7, 2025

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Excellent share plates and cocktails. Server was amazing at recommendations.

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                                                          7. Lucas

                                                            Toronto

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on February 3, 2025

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Excellent food, service and ambience. Our server was fantastic

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                                                          8. Chrissy

                                                            VIP

                                                            Toronto

                                                            12 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            12 reviews

                                                            Dined on February 3, 2025

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Wonderful atmosphere, service and exceptional food.

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                                                          9. Jackie

                                                            VIP

                                                            Toronto

                                                            74 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            74 reviews

                                                            Dined on January 30, 2025

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Wonderful experience! Venue has a beautiful vibe. Our server Charlotte was friendly and helpful. We shared something from each section of the menu and were not disappointed. The tomato tramezzini was the perfect starter and we had to try the scallops that everyone talks about … so delicious. They didn’t disappoint! Great selection of pasta and we decided on the agnolotti doppio and then octopus for our main. We enjoyed every single bite! Nice selection of cocktails and wine as well. A must visit and we will definitely go back!

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                                                          10. Mark

                                                            VIP

                                                            Calgary

                                                            5 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            5 reviews

                                                            Dined on January 30, 2025

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            Amazing, however music choice was a bit weird relative to the ambiance

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                                                          FAQs

                                                          Bar Prima is rated 4.7 stars by 407 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                          2 people
                                                          7:00 PM
                                                          Booked 39 times today
                                                          Google Map for Bar Prima

                                                          1136 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1J3

                                                          Dining areas

                                                          Additional information

                                                          • Cross street
                                                            Five minute walk east of Queen and Dufferin St.
                                                          • Neighborhood
                                                            Queen West
                                                          • Hours of operation
                                                            Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                          • Price
                                                            CAN$51 and over
                                                          • Cuisines
                                                            Italian, Contemporary Italian, European
                                                          • Dining style
                                                            Casual Elegant
                                                          • Dress code
                                                            Business Casual
                                                          • Parking details
                                                            Street Parking
                                                          • Public transit
                                                            From Dufferin station take the 29 or 929 Dufferin bus south to Queen. You can transfer onto the 501 Streetcar and get off at Abell St streetcar stop. Bar Prima is located across the street from the streetcar stop.
                                                          • Payment options
                                                            AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                          • Additional
                                                            Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

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