Came here as part of a bachelor party. We did the tunnel tour and the historian did a great job…read moreexplaining to our group of 10 the different types of whisky and tasting notes. He made reasonable suggestions for us to try that were not too pricey. We didn't stay too long but also got some wings and Parmesan truffle fries before leaving. Food was tasty so overall a really positive experience to start our night. I'm not a whiskey guy myself but would recommend for whiskey lovers.

We came here for $10.25 cocktails. While the bartender was very friendly, the drinks were nothing…read moregreat. We got the sour and old fashioned. Both were just ok! The place looks very loungey and cool. You need to spend $25 per person to get a tour of the whisky barrels tunnel.

Four of us enjoyed a great selection of scotch and cocktails. All of the food choices were…read morecomforting and delicious.

The haggis and Scotch egg were flavorful and cooked well…read more Other dishes were decent, though a few felt a little under-seasoned for my taste. The drinks menu is solid, and the staff were friendly and approachable. It gets busy, so service can be a bit slow at times. Overall, a reliable spot for traditional Scottish food in a relaxed setting

We stopped here specifically for whiskey cocktails. The bartender really knew his stuff and gave us…read moreattention even just sitting at the bar. Very happy with our smoked cocktails! Definitely worth a stop for a drink.

It's in a hotel. The space is a little small and the price is a little high. The menu isn't…read moreentirely accurate, e.g. the whiskey flights aren't actually available. But, the bartenders do know their stuff, the cocktails are good, and the atmosphere is chill. A bunch of us had a great time here after a conference. I saw random gents hanging at the bar doing laptop and whiskey. I don't get to Toronto often, but I'd consider this one again when I'm back.

This place has such a unique and cozy vibe! The drinks were great, and the atmosphere is perfect…read morefor relaxing. I will definitely come back to enjoy it again!

Love the fun vibe of this place and the variety of people who come in. Lots of fun decorative…read moreelements that make you laugh. Great beer list. Fun cocktails for those who don't love beer. Bartenders are really attentive and on the ball. Great to stop by for a drink or two.

BarChef has been on my radar for a long time -- definitely one of those well-known cocktail spots…read morein Toronto. Every time I come here, I still think about a drink that's no longer on the menu. I've tried showing them photos and asking if they could recreate it, but it never quite tastes the same. I guess every bartender has their own way of balancing flavors. The cocktails here are beautifully presented. Out of the ones we tried, I liked the one served on the large round plate the most -- both visually and in taste. This time, I also tried the colorful cocktail with cotton candy that everyone talks about. Some people say it tastes amazing, others say it reminds them of soap. Personally, I didn't get that "soapy" taste, but it was definitely on the sweeter side. If you only order that one, it might feel a bit overwhelming. It's very pretty, though -- I found myself alternating sips with other drinks to balance it out. Everyone's taste is different, but I personally prefer cocktails that are more refreshing, slightly sweet with a bit of acidity. The ambiance is great -- dim, stylish, and perfect for photos. It's a fun place to visit, especially if you're looking for creative drinks and a unique atmosphere.

This place is always such a good time. The drinks are sooooo good. Even the standard drinks are…read moreexceptionally well done. The food is not bad either. The vibe is very unique almost remind me of snapes closet or classroom from Harry Potter . The service has also always been prompt and good.

Loved our stop here. Came for the scotch, of which they had a great selection…read more Our bartender was knowledgeable and happy to chat about what they had, and provide suggestions. We were there late on a Sunday night, so other than a few regulars we had the place to ourselves. They appear to get live music in, but we were too late to enjoy it. The place has patina. Dark and moody. Great music 'on the stereo '. Will return.

I could see this being a chill spot to frequent with a date or someone you want to have a…read moreconversation with. The place is quiet and all you hear is the jazz music playing. On the night I went, it felt like the Jazz version of a "Swingers" bar scene without the crowded bar. If you find the music to be too loud in the room it's actually being played in, just seat yourself closer to the front of the bar. You could just drink and listen to music all night, but the food was an added bonus. The waiter talked me into trying the burger with halloumi (cheese), and it did not disappoint. Good: -The Emmet Burger was tasty -live music -good vibes -expansive whiskey menu -the waiter was informative and friendly Bad: -no fault of their own, but it was very warm inside

I used Gemini to recommend a staff dinner restaurant for our team. BBQ immediately appealed to me…read moreas our group loves a good brisket. After a short uber ride we were pleasantly surprised by the cool decor, ambiance and service. We immediately noticed the BBQ tower - decided we had to give it a try. Not disappointed-- it was delicious - so much variety cooked to perfection! Cool sauces like espresso BBQ and hot sauce were zippy and flavourful. I had the Caesar, one in our group had the turkey burger, another brisket and the tower shared by 2. All were very good. In fact one of our BBQ aficionados said the food was better than famous Dallas based Terry Blacks! Our server was on the ball and friendly. I agree with some of the other reviews, this is a must-eat place in Toronto.

We came here on a Saturday for dinner 5 p.m. seating. We pretty much had the restaurant to…read moreourselves so the service was pretty good. The restaurant itself is beautiful with very high ceilings yet still felt cozy. We were given a table for two situated the very end of a long couch that had a high arm rest. Hubby sat in a chair directly across from me. We ordered the roasted pear salad to start. It was good albeit a bit overdressed & I didn't find much gorgonzola in it. For the main, we had the pitmaster platter which consists of pork ribs, beef brisket, pulled pork, fried chicken and cheddar jalapeño sausage accompanied with French fries and pickles. We also ordered the jalapeño cheddar cornbread and collard greens. Unfortunately, both the brisket and ribs wasn't tender enough to have a melt in your mouth experience. It was a bit dry which was unfortunate since the flavors were delicious. The pulled pork & sausage was good with the fried chicken being our favorite out of the meats. Both sides were fantastic! My dining experience could have been better. The high arm rest was in my way from cutting into my food. I had to sit on an angle to avoid this. The meat platter was half covering our plates... while the table for 4 beside us sat empty for the entire time. With a bit more attention to the temperature of the meat & the comfort of the dining guests, this place could be so much better. We had several people ask us afterwards if we would recommend the restaurant & sadly, we cannot at this time.

Cute stop for a cocktail bar hopping night. Their drinks are a bit too sweet for our liking, but…read moreI'm always a sucker for the Asian inspired flavours! We tried the Opium signature drink and the Chinese Hangover (had a super nostalgic orangey flavour for me).

Opium Bar is all about providing quality and delicious Asian inspired tapas along with their unique…read morecocktails. Located at Ossington & Dundas, this spot is perfect to chillax or catch up with friends. The restaurant is just right to accommodate large groups, but you would have to make a reservation as most of the seats are 2 seaters/bar seats. They have a lot of unique cocktails available to go with your meal, but if you want mocktails, you can get a customized one for just $5.50 too ~ If I had to say, all of the food I've tried was delicious, but here are some of my favorites. - Noodles ($11): Their soft Chinese cut ribbon styled noodles is topped with their in-house special beef paste. - Opium Chicken ($13): Their Taiwanese style chicken is seasoned well and made out of dark boneless meat that's marinated in their special recipe for hours. - Veggie and beef dumplings ($8.50 each): The dumplings are always made fresh in house without MSG. Getting them pan fried adds the perfect crispy texture! (+0.75). The owners who are usually working were very friendly to us. We had a good chat and I can really tell how passionate they are about this business. I highly recommend checking this bar out if you visit downtown Toronto!

Best vodka sauce in the whole world! Service was amazing great guy serving. The vodka sauce was the…read morebest thing I've ever ate in my life felt I should leave my first review ever. You guys should think about making that into a pasta holy that was good.

King taps is not my usual happy hour choice but we wanted a change of pace and the leafs game was…read moreon. They always put the leafs game on when they're playing which is Mae's them a reliable game spot. Over the past couple of years I felt their food quality has slowly declined but today was different. Way exceeded my expectations. We started with a corona zero and ranch water (passion fruit flavour) we were both really happy with it. The didn't skimp on the tequila. We started with the Brussels sprouts which is always a great choice from here. Crispy on the outside and not an overwhelming Brussels sprout taste. This is likely because there is a generous sprinkling of grated parm and a great amount of dip. We tried the crispy tuna sushi. The tuna was beautifully marinated, so flavourful. And the sushi was nice and crispy. The vodka pie was a seasonal item and when we saw it listed, we knew we needed to try it. The sauce- amazing, the press was nice and flaky and light and really tasty. And the soccer Sada added nice saltines and flavour without being too overwhelming. For happy hour, the apps and pizzas were $5 off, and the ranch water was $5. I'd come back for the pizza alone! Jeans was our waitress and she was great!

Cocktail bar is a super sleek bar on a popular street in Toronto. Servers are awesome and make some…read moremean cocktails. The space is also extremely clean and well managed. They've got some theme and take aways with their cocktails that add a little fun and flair. Great space!

Cool place with THE CLEANEST bar bathrooms I have ever seen. There is even an extra chair by the…read moretoilet for... Drinks good, although not cheap, very cool vibe and music. Sadly, NO RED BULL! Recommend.