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Pura Vida Restaurant, Toronto, ON

Pura Vida Restaurant

4.9
4.9
31 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary Latin
750 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B5

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Healthy
Pura Vida Restaurant is a hidden gem in the heart of the city, specializing in Latin American cuisine. True spirit of Pura Vida - the “pure life”.

With a diverse menu inspired by the vibrant culinary traditions of the region, Pura Vida Restaurant takes pride in serving fusion Latin American dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

The cozy and welcoming ambiance of Pura Vida Restaurant makes it the perfect place to gather with friends and family.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Latin
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    St. Clair West
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 31 people are saying

Pura Vida Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto

    Best Value

  • Toronto

    Gluten-free-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pura Vida Restaurant offers a vibrant taste of Costa Rica, featuring "delicious food" and "friendly service" in a cozy, colorful setting. Highlights include "divine margaritas," fresh seafood, and flavorful tacos. Guests praise its "lovely atmosphere" and "reasonable prices," making it a "hidden gem" for both family dinners and casual dates.
31 Reviews
  1. Ellen VIP

    Toronto104 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Tiny restaurant with only 8 or 10 tables. Fun vibe, colourful, festive. The Margarita was excellent and the food was fresh and tasty. The portions were generous. We shared fish tacos, then moved on to a large whitefish Ceviche and Quinoa salad. I will return and try a few more things on the menu.

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  2. Cynthia

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First visit and glad I did! Really nice atmosphere in cozy space where you could hear your companion. Really liked the. Guac and chips starter, salad good and my friend enjoyed his fish tacos. Friendly and efficient service. All very enjoyable lunch date. I will return for dinner.

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  3. Alex

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. Nice flavours and chill ambience. Had a great birthday celebration. Limited space so best to make a reservation.

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  4. Jane Anne

    Toronto8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Margaritas were divine!!! With hot salted rims! First time here! Service is promotion. Small space but heard they are moving to a larger space up the street sooner! Street corn fabulous! Yuca fries fab! Shrimp tacos with mango sauce delish!- very fresh shrimp grilled just right! Tiny potato strips a nice touch all all tacos fresh in house! Pulled beef tacos with horse radish sauce"also delish!!! We celebrated birthdays- dulce cake with raspberries deeeelush! Thankyou!!! Reasonable! Will be back ! Oh...and the washrooms on lower level...beautiful bowls/ sinks and spotless! Bonus for the small space! Kudos! Thank you! Jane Anne

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  5. Tayleigh VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, friendly service. I can’t wait to go back!

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  6. Deborah

    Toronto13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great neighbourhood gem! Delicious food. We will definitely be back.

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  7. Josie

    Toronto3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a couple of ceviche dishes that were very good, one served with plantain strips and the other in a nest. The octopus and sea bream mains were generous portions and the wine very affordable. Service was very attentive and atmosphere was nice.

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  8. Glenda

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food and the service. Very friendly and nice quiet place with music. I definitely would go again!

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  9. Olga

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place, delicios food. Would definitely come back

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  10. Luis

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cozy small place. Excellent service and super flavourful food. Definitely will come back.

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Pura Vida Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for Pura Vida Restaurant

750 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B5

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    St. Clair West
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Latin
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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