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Aloette, Toronto, ON
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Aloette

CAN$31 to CAN$50
Bistro

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 44 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://www.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 242 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
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Bistro

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aloette consistently delivers a memorable dining experience with "amazing food and exceptional service." Guests praise the "attentive and friendly staff" and the "incredible" menu, featuring must-try dishes like the wedge salad and lemon meringue pie. The atmosphere is "upbeat" and "cozy," making it a top choice for both casual and special occasions.

242 Reviews

  1. Nic

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unmatched service for casual dining! Food was incredible as well.
    AloetteResponded 2 days ago
    Hello, Nic. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for the glowing compliments. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming again when you are back in town!

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  2. Mariia

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place. They have delicious high quality food and exceptional service. This is my go to brunch restaurant in the area.
    AloetteResponded 2 days ago
    Hello, Mariia. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are delighted to hear that you have been enjoying our brunch menu and service, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  3. Mickey

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Stopped in after the symphony and had a piece of the lemon meringue pie and a few drinks. Server was friendly and knowledgeable.
    AloetteResponded 2 days ago
    Hello, Mickey. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for the kind words about our team. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the pie, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

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  4. Marla

    Toronto

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious. Highly recommend the fried chicken; a generous portion, juicy, crispy and complimented by the zippy hot sauce on the side. The truffle burger was charred on the outside and med-rare on the inside; my husband said the charred outside taste was too strong and took away from the truffle taste. Enjoyed the sides we ordered; from the crispy butternut squash (slightly crispy on the outside, soft and melty on the inside), to the (salty) triple cooked fries. Our server was attentive and made some good suggestions. Overall, really enjoyed our dinner out.
    AloetteResponded 2 days ago
    Hello, Marla. Thank you for taking the time to leave your detailed review. We appreciate your feedback and will be taking it into consideration. We are thrilled that we were able to deliver an enjoyable night out for you and your guests, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future!

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  5. Chris

    VIP

    Ottawa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was really good but the olive skewers were a stand out to me.

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  6. Nathan

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible. A favourite spot for me and many friends.
    AloetteResponded 2 days ago
    Hello, Nathan. Thank you for your kind review. We are honoured to hear that we have become a favourite spot for you and your friends, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon!

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  7. Josh

    VIP

    Toronto

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Went for brunch - food was BOMB. music was a little loud, but will definitely want to come here for dinner. its a very cozy/intimate spot as well.
    AloetteResponded 2 days ago
    Hello, Josh. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and our space, and we are excited to welcome you for dinner in the future!

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  8. yan

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Steak was way over done. We ordered a medium but come in as well done. Some part are like beef jerky. We told the waitress but she just said OK and no apology or didn’t offer to re do the steak. Other than this, this place is good.

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  9. Mark

    Toronto

    34 reviews

    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent and attentive service. Fantastic French fries.

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  10. David

    VIP

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Small menu which initially worried us but every single item we ordered was incredible and fantastic service
    AloetteResponded 5 days ago
    Hello David, we are so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed our food and thank you for sharing your visit! We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Sincerely, the Aloette team.

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FAQs

Aloette is rated 4.7 stars by 242 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 44 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
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