Essence Bistro

4.7

76 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Farm-to-table

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2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Healthy
Charming
Neighborhood gem

At essence bistro, we believe what makes food great is the use of fresh produce. Working with the seasons in Ontario, we get to capture the freshness using everything at its peak. The local bounty inspires us to create seasonal dishes and energizes our team to share our flavours with our guests!

Our Chef has over 20 years of experience in the culinary industry in the most prestigious establishments in the world, and knowledge of several cuisines bringing you a world fusion experience.

We are located in the charming Old Market Lane pocket known as the original Downtown Woodbridge, found on Woodbridge Avenue and a short drive from neighbouring communities such as Kleinburg, Nobleton, Bolton, and Caledon.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Canadian, Latin American
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm
Phone number
(647) 812-0927
Website
https://essencebistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
140 Woodbridge Ave, Vaughan, ON L4L 4K9
Neighborhood
Woodbridge
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Valentine’s Day
CA$114.00 per person
Feb 14, 2025 only
Join us for an unforgettable evening of romance and indulgence on February 14th. Treat your special someone to a 4-course dinner meticulously crafted to ignite your senses, paired with a welcome glass of prosecco and a fresh strawberry to set the mood. Event Details: Price: $114 per guest Two Seating Options: 🕕 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 🕣 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM Specialty Valentine’s-inspired drinks available to elevate your evening. Whether it’s your first Valentine’s together or a cherished tradition, Essence Bistro promises an elegant atmosphere, exquisite cuisine, and memories to last a lifetime. Space is limited—reserve your table now to secure your romantic escape.

What 76 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

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Toronto / Ontario
Farm-to-table
York
Best Value
York
Innovative
York
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Essence Bistro in Woodbridge is a "hidden gem" that offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "excellent service." Known for its "unique menu" and "farm-to-table" offerings, the restaurant impresses with dishes like duck, lamb chops, and eggplant appetizers. Guests enjoy the "cozy atmosphere" and "attentive staff," making it perfect for both intimate gatherings and friendly get-togethers.

76 Reviews

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Nick
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a great meal chef and staff were great to us!
Essence BistroResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for your kind words, Nick! We’re delighted you had a great meal and that our chef and staff made your experience special. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another wonderful visit!
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Laura
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My friend and I had dinner at Essence a were throughly impressed by the excellence of the taste and presentation of the food and also the service ! Definitely going back
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savanh
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and amazing food. Must have the eggplant as appetizer very unique. The duck is delightful!
Essence BistroResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for your kind review, Savanh! We’re so glad you enjoyed the excellent service and amazing food. The eggplant appetizer and the duck are both favorites of ours, and we’re thrilled to hear they impressed you. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful experience soon!
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Joseph
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
10/10 Amazing food. The duck was delicious. I absolutely loved it all
Essence BistroResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for your review, Joseph! We're thrilled to hear you loved the duck and had such an enjoyable experience. We look forward to welcoming you back for more delicious meals soon!
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Fatima
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff was super friendly and accomodating. I had asked for a special request and they went over and above to make it happen. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. We had a great time!
Essence BistroResponded on December 20, 2024
Hi Fatima, We were more than happy to accommodate your request and are delighted to hear that it was well received. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
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Anita
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was great. However, although the service was excellent I would have preferred slower service. Cocktails were delicious. Would definitely be back.
Essence BistroResponded on December 12, 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Anita! We're glad you enjoyed the food, cocktails, and excellent service. We appreciate your note about the pacing and will be sure to keep it in mind to enhance your next visit. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Joseph
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I really enjoyed this fine dining experience. Food was cooked to perfection with sharp attention to detail. We’ll definitely be returning to this gem of an eatery. Servers were prompt and showed genuine interest in dining experience. I highly recommend. Chief went well out of his way to give us Mille feulle desert which wasn’t on menu; he is a true craftsman of the 100 year old recipe. Keep doing your thing guys and we’ll keep coming back..just go there
Essence BistroResponded on December 12, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review, Joseph! We’re thrilled you and your wife enjoyed your experience, from the perfectly cooked dishes to the special Mille-Feuille dessert. Our team is grateful for your kind words and can’t wait to welcome you back again. Thank you for recommending us!
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Theresa
Toronto
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome cocktails and sharing plates for four friends. Everything is made in house, unique and yummy. The music made the ambiance upbeat but not too loud to talk. We had a lovely time. Thank you 🙏
Essence BistroResponded on December 12, 2024
Hi Theresa, Thank you so much for the kind words and 5 start review. We hope to see you back again with your friends, we would love to welcome you on Fridays to see our live DJ as well!
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Lidia
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always an excellent time! Food was amazing as always and the setting is a great place to get together with friends! Chef is superb!
Essence BistroResponded on November 20, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review, Lidia! It’s always a pleasure to have you dine with us, and we’re thrilled to hear you had another excellent experience. Our chef and team truly appreciate your kind words—it’s guests like you who make what we do so rewarding. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
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Daniela
Toronto
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hidden gem in downtown woodbridge. Has a unique menu with flavourful options that all looks amazing. Was very happy with the oysters, duck breast, and lamb chops
Essence BistroResponded on November 15, 2024
Thank you for your amazing review! We're so glad you discovered our hidden gem and enjoyed the unique flavors on our menu. It’s wonderful to hear that the oysters, duck breast, and lamb chops hit the mark—those are definitely some of our signature dishes. We hope to welcome you back soon to explore more of what we have to offer!
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FAQs

Essence Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (647) 812-0927.

Essence Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 76 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

140 Woodbridge Ave, Vaughan, ON L4L 4K9

Additional information

Neighborhood
Woodbridge
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Canadian, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://essencebistro.com/
Phone number
(647) 812-0927

Essence Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

Valentine’s Day

Menu

What 76 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Essence Bistro offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Essence Bistro restaurant rated?

Is Essence Bistro currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information