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Gare de l'Est, Toronto, ON

Gare de l'Est

4.6
4.6
1192 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary French
1190 Dundas St. E., Toronto, ON M4M 0C5

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
An authentic, modern French brasserie in the heart of Toronto’s vibrant east end, Gare de l’Est was named after one of the oldest and largest train terminals in Paris, France. Just steps away from Crow’s Theatre, it offers an extensive menu of traditional French fare and seasonal dishes with a focus on local ingredients.

While the actual space doesn’t offer a means of transportation, its loft-like ceilings, deep hued banquettes and crisp white table clothes, will carry your imagination to whatever destination you desire.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 792-1626
  • Website
    http://www.gdlbrasserie.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    John Sinopoli
  • Catering
    We offer full catering services through Ascari Hospitality Group. To inquire further, please reach us at info@ascarievents.ca
  • Private party facilities
    Gare de l'Est Brasserie is a perfect venue for private events, sit-down dinners and brunch, and cocktail style receptions. To inquire further, please reach us at info@gdlbrasserie.com
  • Location
    1190 Dundas St. E., Toronto, ON M4M 0C5
  • Neighborhood
    Leslieville / Riverdale
  • Cross street
    Dundas + Carlaw, NE corner
  • Parking details
    Parking garage in building (reasonable pricing)Street parking on Dundas - 3 hour max
  • Public transit
    72-Pape bus, North or South, Carlaw Ave at Dundas St East
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Gare de l'Est's menu was last updated on 11/16/2022.

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What 1,192 people are saying

Gare de l'Est reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

1,190 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Montreal11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Sunday brunch. The food was reasonably good. Some items were missing including drip coffee and oysters. The service was friendly. The ambiance was a bit noisy. Not an amazing place for brunch. Would not return

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  2. Twanna88

    Toronto1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    While visually appealing the pain perdu was remarkably average and at the price point this was really disappointing. I really didn’t see the value for the money spent. The server was inattentive which is surprising since most time the service is fantastic. Given the number of options around I don’t think I will be back for brunch.

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  3. MichaelB

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ll miss you! Service was always top notch and food was great.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food. Great cocktails. The garlic aioli and perfectly crisp shoe string fries were delightful. Will come back for brunch!

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  5. LisaT VIP

    Detroit29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot for pre Théâtre dinner at Crows. Service was excellent. Food and drink were great. Will return for a more leisurely dinner for sure!

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  6. gastrotraveler

    Toronto11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect, as usual. We've been dining here since the first week it opened. So many birthdays, brunches, pre-theatre dinners, girls' nights and more have been enjoyed here. Thank you for so many wonderful experiences. We're going to miss you so much!

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  7. ThomasW

    Toronto6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time! Really gonna miss this place, lots of love to all the staff.

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  8. ChristyA

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service before a fabulous show- Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812. Expensive meal, but very enjoyable.

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  9. Williamg

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Thursday was half price oysters night. Had half a dozen for $12 and they were very fresh. The cod main was excellent and perfectly cooked.

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  10. AngelicaC

    Toronto4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    PERFECT DATE NIGHT! The service, the best French food ever, the place, everything. Thank you for the best valentines night ever

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Gare de l'Est is rated 4.6 stars by 1192 OpenTable diners.

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This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for Gare de l'Est

1190 Dundas St. E., Toronto, ON M4M 0C5

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Dundas + Carlaw, NE corner
  • Neighborhood
    Leslieville / Riverdale
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking garage in building (reasonable pricing)Street parking on Dundas - 3 hour max
  • Public transit
    72-Pape bus, North or South, Carlaw Ave at Dundas St East
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John Sinopoli
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.gdlbrasserie.com/
  • Phone number
    (416) 792-1626
  • Catering
    We offer full catering services through Ascari Hospitality Group. To inquire further, please reach us at info@ascarievents.ca
  • Private party facilities
    Gare de l'Est Brasserie is a perfect venue for private events, sit-down dinners and brunch, and cocktail style receptions. To inquire further, please reach us at info@gdlbrasserie.com

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