Best Happy Hour in Toronto

Oysters are well-regarded for their outstanding freshness, flavor, and quality, with a good selection available.

“Best oysters I’ve had”

Service is generally friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, though one instance of slow service and prioritization issues was noted.

“Amazing service”

The atmosphere is described as simple and pleasant, with bar-side seating available.

“Simple setup and pleasant”

The price for oysters is considered reasonable, especially with promotional offers.

“Price was also good”

The food is well-regarded for its deliciousness, with diners highlighting well-prepared dishes and popping flavors, often described as Italian/bar food fusion with a touch of class.

“The food was bomb.”

Service is frequently described as top-notch, attentive, friendly, and accommodating, with specific mention of servers like Dylan and Chris.

“Top-shelf service, food, and atmosphere.”

The ambiance is noted as nice, with an industrial modern look, cozy and romantic seating, and a good atmosphere for various occasions.

“Nice atmosphere.”

Prices are considered reasonable, especially given the quality of the food and service.

“The prices were very reasonable!”

Food is generally considered decent to good, with many dishes known for being tasty and homemade-like, though some diners note flavorless or mediocre quality, particularly with burgers and noodles.

“Food was also pretty good”

Service is frequently described as friendly and amazing, though a notable pattern of rude or dismissive service exists, particularly when issues arise.

“Service was amazing!”

The atmosphere is described as a quirky, unpretentious, and cozy dive bar, often evoking a sense of nostalgia for older Toronto.

“This place is stuck in time”

The restaurant is overwhelmingly known for its excellent value, offering very affordable prices for generous portions of food and drinks.

“Amazing prices!!”

The food is well-regarded for being delicious, well-executed, and offering great value, with many dishes like the mac and cheese, chicken, and hummus receiving specific commendations.

“Literally the cheapest and best food”

Service is generally described as friendly and accommodating, though some diners note it can be slow or inattentive, particularly when the restaurant is busy.

“Staff isn't too attentive”

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as cozy, charming, eclectic, and vibey, with a particularly popular and well-maintained back patio.

“Cozy back patio”

The restaurant is frequently highlighted for its affordable prices, with generous portions and high-quality food contributing to outstanding value.

“Cheapest and best food”

Strong reputation for flavorful pizza, shawarma, and biryani at outstanding prices. However, recent complaints about inconsistency (dry samosas, bland/greasy items, wrong recipes) suggest quality has become erratic. Fresh ingredient mentions are frequent but contradicted by some diners.

“Freshly baked crust was superb”

Well-regarded as friendly, quick, and attentive. Owner Abed is frequently mentioned as welcoming and helpful. No significant service complaints beyond occasional slow periods during busy times.

“Very friendly manager/chef”

Small, casual, unpretentious space. Interior described as 'nothing special,' 'hole in the wall,' 'grungy,' but many diners embrace this aesthetic as authentic. No AC mentioned as drawback. Suitable for late-night/post-bar crowds; less ideal for fine dining expectations.

“Looks like more of a after the bar type”

First-rate value is the defining strength. Multiple diners cite downtown Toronto location with prices 30-50% below competitors ($6-10 entrees vs $15-25 elsewhere). Large portions for price point well-regarded.

“Best food you can get in downtown Toronto”

The food is well-regarded for its first-rate quality, freshness, and authentic Portuguese flavors, with many dishes highlighted as standouts.

“Food was top-notch, every bite was bursting with flavour”

Service is frequently described as outstanding, friendly, attentive, and welcoming, with staff often going above and beyond.

“Staff were amazing, super friendly and attentive”

The atmosphere is well-regarded as beautiful, cozy, elegant, and authentic, creating a delightful dining experience.

“Instantly loved the vibe”

Diners find the prices reasonable for the high quality of food, drinks, and overall experience.

“Prices are just right too”

The food is well-regarded, with particular recognition for the wings, burgers, and sweet potato fries. Many diners highlight the quality and attention to detail, noting that pub fare is elevated.

“The food was delightful.”

Service is frequently described as friendly, kind, amazing, and attentive, with staff often singled out for their positive interactions and humor.

“The service was amazing.”

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as fun, cozy, welcoming, and having a great vibe, often enhanced by decor, music, and games.

“Funky fun feel, laid back”

Prices are generally considered reasonable, especially for the quality and portion sizes of items like wings and burgers.

“Size and cost of wings are Outstanding.”

The food is well-regarded for its first-rate quality, creative Korean fusion, and delicious flavors, with specific highlights like the fried chicken and kimchi fries.

“One of the best meals I’ve eaten”

Service is frequently described as friendly, kind, attentive, and knowledgeable, contributing positively to the overall dining experience.

“Great service”

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as cozy, intimate, aesthetic, art-filled, and lively, making it suitable for various occasions.

“Super cozy and chill spot”

While generally considered affordable and offering good portions, one diner found it not worth the price.

“Not worth the price”

The food is well-regarded for its authentic flavors, generous portions, and fresh ingredients, with many dishes, particularly tacos and quesabirrias, highlighted as excellent.

“The food was absolutely fantastic!”

Service is generally described as friendly and efficient, though a few instances of rude or dismissive behavior have been noted.

“The wait staff great service.”

The atmosphere is consistently described as vibrant, cozy, and lively, with a well-decorated interior and a popular back patio.

“The vibes were nice.”

Diners find the prices reasonable, especially considering the generous portion sizes and the quality of the food, with happy hour and all-you-can-eat deals offering particular value.

“Biggest bang for your buck🤩”

The food is well-regarded for its deliciousness, with many dishes like the steak frites, corn ribs, and beef tartare being highlighted as outstanding. Portions are generally considered good, and ingredients are noted as fresh.

“The food was absolutely delicious”

Service is a significant strength, with numerous mentions of attentive, friendly, and first-rate staff, often naming specific servers like David, Lina, and Racquel. They are noted for making occasions special and handling requests well.

“Our server, David, was absolutely amazing”

The atmosphere is frequently described as cozy, intimate, lively, and well-decorated, with a patio that evokes a Greek ambiance. It's noted as suitable for various occasions from dates to group dinners.

“Such a cool vibe in the restaurant”

The restaurant is generally seen as offering good value, particularly for its happy hour deals and the quality of dishes like the Tomahawk steak, which are considered reasonably priced for the portion and quality.

“Happy hour deal is amazing”