The establishment is absolutely beautiful. I ordered the salmon eggs Benedict and my friend got the rib hash. It was surprisingly delicious. The only fault would be the music being way too loud for a brunch setting. My friend's half deaf so trying to have a conversation indoors wasn't good. The servers were understanding and allows us to sit outside after our meal. Will happily come back! read more

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View from multiple directions from this penthouse floor restaurant. Had brunch with friend. She enjoyed coconut pancakes, while I ordered the Kost breakfast. The Kost breakfast was described as a familiar brunch item, but there was a twist that made it intriguingly different. Service was very attentive and helpful. Despite having coveted weekend seating we were never gently pushed to leave, making for a relaxing treat during a hectic conference at convention center that is within walking distance. read more

Kost - Kost breakfast - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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KOST 30 Oz Bone-In RIB STEAK w Charred Onion & truffle jus ($105) Rate: 5/5 Worth It: 3.9/5 HEY EVERYONE!!! We're back with another amazing food review of KOST, An amazing rooftop patio restaurant, located on the 44th floor of the Bisha Hotel in Downtown Toronto. I MUST say that this place has some extravagant views of Toronto, it's honestly got to be on your must-try list for places to eat in Toronto. ANYHOW, we ordered the 30 Oz Bone-In RIB STEAK... and I must say, although it was quite pricy, it was my best MIS-STEAK. The steak was cooked to medium rare perfection and perfectly complimented the truffle sauce read more

Kost - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The service is very bad. Waiter never came to refill our water. We didn't enjoy our dining experience. The food were ok, but the view is beautiful. If it were warmer weather, there would be dining tables with swimming pool view on the patio. read more

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Surprisingly, Kost is one of those places that has great food to match the beautiful views of the city! It's a nice rooftop restaurant on the 44th floor of the Bisha Hotel that's perfect for a nice brunch or lunch. There are several tables inside (very chic Californian style decor) and a few tables and lounge areas outside by the pool. Reservations can be made easily on the Open Table app. My friend and I dined here for lunch on a weekday outside on the terrace since it was a gorgeous day out. There were a few choices of appetizers and mains to order - all sounded so good! We shared the calamari and pasta since we weren't too hungry. The calamari was crispy, flavourful and cooked perfectly. The pasta had a delicious cream sauce, greens and bits of cheese that all worked so well together. We had the best time savouring the amazing food here while catching up and enjoying the panoramic views! The prices were fair considering that it's a nice place and we didn't feel rushed to leave at all by any of the staff. If anything, there were periods of time where we couldn't find a server outside but not a big deal since we enjoyed our time here. I definitely recommend coming here and I would come back again to hang out with friends to enjoy a nice meal and the views! read more

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A great brunch spot with even better view. We were seated the closet to the CN Tower. The food was really good. If you're here for a couple days and want a fancy brunch, this is your spot. The beef tar tar was amazing. Since the portions are kinda small, I'd recommend ordering 3 dishes and sharing for variety. read more

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We had dinner the first night of our stay at the Bisha. Great food and great service!!!!! Beautiful views too!!!! It was so good that we decided to have dinner there again the second night! Highly recommend read more

So I did end up coming back to Kōst! I ended coming back in August. Although we were not seated at the patio, we were seated close enough to the patio so we actually managed to get fresh air and see the city skyline without actually being outside. And of course we took some photos. The service that we had this time was superb. Our server was personable and very charming. Food was really good. The smoked short rib was done really well and was just enough to share with amongst three people. I wouldn't mind coming back for a third time! read more

Kost - Smoked Short Rib - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

came by here on a lovely sunday evening to celebrate a belated birthday for a friend from out of town. we appreciated that they gave us a corner table w.a spectacular view of the cn tower and the city. the hostess asked who's birthday it was & that she would relay a message to our server for a dessert. he didn't get one, but its ok, they were quite busy & we eventually ordered 2. overall food 4/5. we had 3 apps to share: fried calamari 3/5 a bit chewy and over fried. ahi tuna tataki 4/5 ponzu was too light in flavour imo. but the tuna was fresh and the sliced radish gives it a nice crunch and texture. burrata cheese 5/5 we liked this dish the best! pita was good on its own, so adding the warm burrata, green salsa & a bit of fried onions went really well together! then we ordered 2 mains & a side of mushrooms, but that never came... he did write our order down, so i dont understand how the shrooms were missed =( we are such fanatics about them and looked forward to tantalizing our tastebuds. menu listed them as smoked with a miso tahini (sesame) dressing and ponzu. sounds so good!! the striploin 4/5 with 2 toasted onion petals, black garlic jus, & scolloped potatoes that were stacked & fried in duck fat! the potatoes were crispy around the edges and the top layer. so simple yet so good! the striploin itself was way too tough. we wanted the riccotta stuffed agnolotti pasta [4/5] but our server mispunched it with the ahi tuna mains (i guess he was confused w.the ahi tuna tataki app we also ordered). he was kind enough to let us have it anyways. the agnolotti was delicious! tossed in a basil pesto sauce with some tomatoes and spinach. i think it would taste better if the ricotta was mixed w.a bit of basil or roasted garlic to give it a bit more flavour. maybe even a pinch of salt! for desserts we had: the tres leche cake [5/5] moist sponge cake topped with a scoop of salted caramel gelato, crushed almonds and dulce de leche. not too overly sweet, which we liked! we also had an avocado pistachio cheesecake 3/5 it was quite limey and very tart. creamy and smooth but you dont really taste the avocado..or pistachio. though it was garnished w.pistachio crumbles. still a lovely dessert and it was unique. overall we enjoyed the evening there. would definitely come back for the views and more food. and the mushrooms!! thank you kost for a wonder time! read more

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Kost is located on the 44th floor of the Bisha Hotel. The beautiful views of the CN tower and the city make the restaurant worth it alone! My friend and I made reservations to dine here for Sunday brunch. There was coat check available which we happily used. Service was attentive and the waiters never rushed us through our meal. We both shared an avocado toast and an eggs Benedict with green chorizo. I also ordered a Jasmine Sloane tea. Both food items were delicious. The green chorizo, pico de gallo, and toasted bolillo bun definitely gave the dish a unique twist to the traditional eggs benny. The bread on the avocado toast could have been slightly toasted a bit more but it was not difficult to cut which was great. Overall, good meal and gorgeous city views. Excited to come back during the summer when the weather is warmer with the patio open! read more

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I was visiting my parents in Toronto, when I used to live there, this place did not exist which is a bummer, however I finally got to try it and I'm SO SO glad I did! I made reservations online on open table for lunch around 1:30, my brother and I arrived a little earlier than our reservation. The restaurant is located at the rooftop of Bisha Hotel on the 44th floor. We arrived our hostess said they had a seat available so we can get seated earlier. I'd say our table was the best table in terms of views. We sat right in the middle of the rooftop, next to the pool with the breathtaking views of the entire city and of course the CN tower! At this point, whether the food was good or not, it didn't matter too much since the view was so great. Our server was great, super nice friendly and helpful. I got an avocado toast, I seem to try those everywhere it seems and my brother got the KOST burger. Our entrees came with a choice of fries or salad, how could I not get fries right? Food arrived, presentation and portions were top notch, I personally, thought people probably come here for the ambiance more so than the food, but I was pleasantly surprised, fries had great seasoning and avocado toast was also pretty good. My brother had seemed to enjoy his burger and fries as well. To me, the food was really reasonably priced ranges between $15-$20 for lunch. I've been to other places where they charge a lot for a venue similar to this, and also, food quality was good, service was great! It exceeded my expectations and can't wait to be back to try something new on the menu! read more

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Wandered in here yesterday after another rooftop got too crowded for us, and we absolutely loved it! 4 stars for the food plus one for the ambiance. All our food was very very tasty, albeit on the small side. The agnolotti with shrimp was really good, especially the juiciness of the shrimp. The calamari and smoked mushroom were really well seasoned and topped with many yummy crunchy seeds. Expect a very strong sour ginger kick from the smoked mushroom's sauce, similar to the 'leche de tigre' from Peruvian ceviche (but asian). For desert, we had the chocolate and tres leches cakes. The chocolate cake had many different flavours; we liked the tangy sago drizzle the best. One last note: If you are seated beside the pool, watch out for the edge overflow. We didn't get wet but some other guests' jacket did get a little wet. read more

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From the second I walked into the Bisha hotel I was mesmerized. For starters the lobby was beautiful. Velvet walls, all black and gold. Beautiful interior. We went up the elevators to kost the second we stepped out of the elevator there was a super friendly hostess. We had reservations but had an extra person join us last minute and they were able to accommodate us. We also asked for a window seat that they were able to accommodate as well. Food was extraordinary. My hubby and I both got two different burgers that's were AMAZING. My hubby got the Kost burger it was topped with smoked cheddar, lettuce, and tomatoes. It was your typical burger toppings but the meat was delicious. I got the California burger, it had Feta and pickled jalapeño. Feta on burgers is so good and is an amazing combination with all the other toppings. I got a side of potatoe wedges that came with a delicious garlic sauce. And my hubby got fries. My friend got the panela bowl. It had Panela cheese, corn, poblano, quinoa, chickpea, romano, baby gem and cherry tomato. I had a few bites and it was delicious. The panela cheese tastes a bit like haloumi cheese. Just a tad less salty. Everything was amazing, decor was beautiful and staff was super friendly. Would definitely go back. read more

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This restaurant is located on the 44th floor of the Bisha Hotel. It's very difficult to get a reservation here in the summer for brunch so make sure you book several weeks in advance! People want to dine here for the views and it's well worth it on a sunny day! There is a pool deck that is available for hotel guests so you will see people coming in and out from time-to-time. The menu is a little expensive for the quality of food, but again, it's all about the great views of the CN Tower and the surrounding area. Only suggestion is I wish they could be more generous on the portions of the roast potatoes. read more

Kost - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Such a pretty place!! We came here for brunch (and Insta photos) and was very impressed by the overall experience. I ordered the avocado toast here and the meal was actually super filling. I reconnect ordering one of their cocktails too because the servers really take the time to make the drinks look aesthetically appealing. The meals are carefully laid out on the dishes too. The staff here are all friendly and ended up helping us take a bunch of photos! I also lost one of my rings here and the security team went out of their way to help find it. Overall a great place to visit for brunch in downtown Toronto! read more

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Kost is located in one of the most prettiest hotel's in the city, the Bisha hotel. It is situated on the 44th floor. I was staying there one weekend and decided to check it out. It is elegant, stylish, and has very nice views of the city. Its perfect for people who are into sea food, otherwise it has very SLIM options not just for food but for drinks too. As I don't drink beer, there was one option for cider and the cocktails did not look appealing. The prices are decent, to be expected for location, but there are like no options so thats the main concern. The staff is nice, and there doesnt seem to be a need for reservation as when I've gone there was always space. I think it would be a good place for drinks! read more

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Visiting Toronto for work and came to have a drink and get a geographical perspective from 43 floors up. A May Friday night so busy but got a spot at the bar. Nice people working there and the view is beyond compare. I did not eat as I had what the bartender called "a liquid diet" read more

The only catch with this place is the price and the food portions. Quite pricey and the food portions are small (but tasty). Otherwise, the food tastes incredible, service is super nice and the view is large. This was my first time eating on a rooftop patio and it was a great experience. The chicken and tofu were by far my favs! The key lime pie cheesecake was really good. read more

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We arrived for lunch at 12 and were promptly seated and given water. Our waiter (Denis) arrive a couple of minutes later and took our drink and food orders. Tacos and a salad plus a beer and glass of wine. Thirty minutes later we decided to leave since we had not seen drinks, food or Denis since. Manager apologized on the way out but I was not in mood to sit back down. read more

Ugh I don't love this place but it would be mean to say I hate it. Where to start? The establishment is lovely. Gorgeous view for what it is I suppose. What really stands out is the customer service - good staff, good attitude... Food was alright though maybe slightly overpriced. Drinks were surprisingly reasonable, with a respectable wine list. What did I almost hate about it? The entire atmosphere on a Saturday night I guess. The music was loud, the patrons were everything you'd expect from the clubbing crowd...but this is more a personal annoyance thing. Main point of annoyance though: the name "Kost" - apparently it's pronounced "coast". Like dude. No. read more

Friendly attentive staff, bright location and wonderful meal. Must order the pancakes!!!

Great ambience, staff and pool! We were guest at the hotel and really enjoyed Kost! Greatly enjoyed and would recommend!

I have been there many times (mostly for the view in the summer). - The service is ok, but staff can be rude and useless when you need them. - The food is ok. Not crazy, not great, but overpriced and not impressive. If you are starving, don't stop there. Appetizers are nice, but you will be hungry for the rest of the night with the main menu. Portion are way too small, looks like a joke. I won't eat there anymore, there is no point. Maybe for a drink in the summer, nothing else. Too much of a disappointment, not worth the hype. The photo is a "couscous" and I took the picture after one bite, ONLY ONE BITE. This is the smallest plate I ever had in a restaurant. Chicken was so dry. I know it claims to be a "Californian healthy food" place inspired, but if I had cook a coucous at home, it would be more tasty. And I'm not a good chef ! read more

Kost - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Winterlicious 2020 dinner- unfortunately the main course was a major let down. The braised short ribs dish was very dry and lacked any flavor. It was almost impossible to cut with the knife provided. The meat itself contained a lot of elastic tendon inside that made it difficult to chew as well. Did not finish the plate and was not asked by our waiter for any comments. Highlight was definitely the friend calamari. It was tender and fried to perfection. The pear old fashion was also good. Pineapple avocado salad, lamb chop, desserts were decent but nothing to go back for. read more

Kost - Dry and difficult to cut short ribs - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Located on the 44th floor of the Bisha hotel, Kost offers unmatched views of the city. The entire floor is surrounded by large windows and has a very hipster-esque vibe. My family and I came on a relatively quiet Friday afternoon and were seated next to window views of the CN Tower. We ordered a 1/2L of the 2015 Valpolicella (happy hour!)- highly recommend. Our waiter was kind and courteous and made a point to continuously check on us without being overbearing. We ordered the calamari- crispy and flavored well and $1 oysters to share as well. The food is okay, but the service and views made for a great experience. read more

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Brunched here yesterday with a few friends.. I also wanted to see what all the hype was and take some stunning pics on the rooftop with that gorgeous CN Tower backdrop. First thing I saw was the lovely hostess as soon as I got off the elevator. Cute concept. My reservation not being available til 30 minutes later?, not so cute. I can't remember how long ago it was that I had to wait that long to be seated when their was actually a reservation in place. The interior: wasn't impressed.. had a very IKEA feel to it and didn't like our table. The chair looked like folding chairs you would put in your back yard. Ordered a Mimosa and it was in a plastic glass?? Really? Okay... The food: I ordered a side fries, the avocado toast and a Mimosa. My bill was close to $50 and not worth the quality of food served. The avocado toast was okay? Lacked flavour. The potato hash accompanied were not fresh but very dried out. The fries tasted like they were frozen or left out too long. How do you screw up fries? Mimosa tasted bitter. I asked my guests how they liked their dishes and they weren't impressed either. Our server ran hot and cold at times. Their was an older gentleman that finally picked up my plate when I was done and apologized for it sitting there so long. I think he must have been the owner or manager. The only thing I enjoyed was taken pictures on the rooftop. The reason I gave this place 2 stars was the service, the food and the fact that we weren't seated promptly. I actually thought it was pretty rude that they seemed very nonchalant about it. Anyways, I came to see and I saw. Won't be back.. read more

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We came here for Winterlicious and had a great overall experience here. They had very safe menu with dependable picks and at $43, was a great value. My significant other wanted to come here after seeing on social media the amazing views of the city from the 44th floor. The patio wasn't opened but we still saw some pretty good views albeit at night. This place would definitely warrant a visit when the weather is warm again! We sampled most of the menu with the beef tartare and calamari for the appetizers, and the sea bream and lamb leg for the mains, and the chocolate tart and lemon curd for the desserts. Everything was delicious. The beef tartare was good, the only thing was the middle of the purple corn tortilla wasn't entirely cooked all the way through and was a bit chewy. The calamari was tender, fried to perfection, and we loved the furikake seasoning on top of it! it gave an excellent addition of umami and toastiness. The two dips were also excellent: the soy mayo and the XO sauce ones. We didn't expect them to give that much calamari but the portion sizes here were generous. The mains were also plesant. The lamb leg was so tender and the sauce was very smoky. There was also eggplant and it goes so well together. The seabream was great. Two big fillets on a bed of cous cous. A very mild dish in many ways, and the fish was grilled well. The tomatoes were so incredibly sweet too. The dinner ended on a sweet note with the chocolate tart with a nutty peanut butter ice cream, and sesame crumble for some crunch. The chocolate tart was full of dark and rich chocolatey goodness. The lemon curd was refreshing. It was crisp and sharp, but it did get overly sweet the more you ate it. read more

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Situated on the 44th floor of the Bisha Hotel, the Kosk restaurant offers a spectacular view of the north side of the CN Tower. In fact there is a passerelle around the rooftop restaurant to over a 360 degree view of the downtown Toronto's core. We ordered avocado with beef appetizers on a small sliced pizza bread and had a large (two shared portions) of their bisque tuna with a side order of fries. It is best noted for it's breakfast, they are gradually being noticed for lunch and dinner. Great for group gatherings and special events. On our dinner, a couple got engaged in front of their family and friends on the restaurant's rooftop. The service was great. No need to ask for water to be filled, they regurarily fill your glass up. Our waiter was knowledge. In fact, he recommended we get the spaghetti limonaide popular with their clients but we opted for a healthy mic. $$$ A reservation a must. Easy public parking $10-$15 more affordable than parking near the Scotia Bank Center. read more

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we randomly decided to stop by Kost as we were visiting Toronto for the day. we walked in at about 345 and were told lunch service had just ended and their midday menu was available. we decided to stay and try out some drinks, fries and salad. the views are incredible and we sat outside and the weather was perfect. we did ask to be moved into a shadier spot and it was easily done. we decided on the fries and salad for the 3 of us and got some drinks too. one tumeric ginger juice drink and 2 mixed non alcoholic drinks. the drinks were subpar - was happier with the coke and water. the juice my brother really liked. before you go, just check their timings out but if you're good with snacks and drinks and possibly a peek at their dessert menu - you're good! bit pricer - but the salad and fries were really good. 4 stars because the midday options weren't many we'd usually "snack on" in between lunch and dinner. looking forward to going back for brunch and dinner views read more

Kost - Heirloom Tomato Salad - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I actually LOVED this place. So its at the top of Bisha hotel, 44rth floor We just walked in and were given a wait time and headed up to the bar until we received a text that our table was ready maybe 20 minutes later Great atmosphere, love the apps, mushrooms were delicious but small portions. Oysters were very fresh & delicious. Drinks were yum, ceasars are very spicy & OBVIOUSLY beautiful view , great to take pictures by the poolside Perfect place for a date id say. Highly recommended read more

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Pretty standard brunch place, only thing that makes it better is the view. It's absolutely gorgeous on a sunny day in Toronto and if it's not windy, you can go outside the patio and sit or snap your OOTDs there. Food and service was good, but nothing that wows me about it. I did like the fact that they used little sugar cubes instead of normal brown sugar packs. Adds to the insta vide this place has. Side note: when going into the lobby of the hotel just to get to Kost, the scent that the hotel uses in the lobby is horrendous read more

Kost - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Beautiful rooftop with breathtaking views! My friends and I came here for breakfast/brunch and we were impressed by the quality of the food. Three of us got the egg Benedict and one of us got the classic breakfast. The egg was perfectly cooked and they put penalty of smoked salmon! The potatoes were also amazing. For the prime location of this restaurant, I expected the price to be a lot higher. However the pricing for meals were very reasonable. Our waiter was super friendly as well! Will definitely be coming here more often in the future :) read more

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I took my friend to this Beautiful rooftop patio for her birthday. The "360" view of the city was more of a 200° view of the best part of the city- so it made up for it. Walking into the hotel creates such a great experience in and of its self. There's a doorman who greats you past these huge doors. The hotel has nice interior design and architecture.Unfortunately we went on a very windy day, our menu flew away a few times , the table beside us had their menu fly into the ( very awkwardly placed ) pool. This would've been a 5/5 experience, but our waiter was sort of a douche until tip time came read more

Kost - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Terrible service and below avg food made the experience not worthy of the hype. The reception lady and server were unfriendly and incredibly slow, so much so that the birthday surprise ( which was shared at the time of the booking) was ruined because we had to wait for the cake for a long time and was brought after a 4th reminder. Would not recommend or go back to this place. read more

We went here for a birthday dinner. The staff we interacted with were all friendly and accommodating. We sat indoors but we also spent some time on the rooftop patio to take pictures. One of the staff helped us with that, which we appreciated. The burrata was a pretty good choice for an appetizer. It came with warm pita bread and green tomato relish. Just be aware that they really mean it when they say "small share." For the large share, we got the fried chicken. It was crispy, juicy, and the honey glaze was amazing. I didn't care much for the dill buttermilk but it came on the side and my friend enjoyed it. We got a side of fries, which were fine. The spice they put all over the fries would be better in the dip so people can control how much of it they get. The tres leches was amazing and it came out with a candle for my friend to blow out. That was a nice touch. I'll probably come back to try their brunch menu read more

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The food, drinks and service were mediocre for the price. Views on the patio of the CN tower is def Insta worthy! read more

Kost - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Everything is fine. Our waitstaff was too stressed and had to be reminded to get the dessert menu 4 times; my expectations are slightly higher where I spend $250+ on a 2 person dinner. Views are great! read more

Decided to finally come here for a friend's birthday on a Saturday evening. I heard so much about KOST, so my expectations were pretty high. Service: When we first walked in, we were greeted with the hostess at the front who was very kind and accommodating with our seating requests. As for the rest of the night, I was not particularly impressed with the service we received. We were seated for approx 30 minutes before someone approached us to take our drinks order. Once we were finished with the drinks, it took yet another 15-20 minutes to get a waiter's attention for the dinner menu which he then proceeded to give the whole table just one menu??? Food: To start, we ordered a pitcher of sangria. Every other table seemed to get their cup filled with ice and some oranges/lemon in the cup as well. Our server just placed the cups on our table with no fruit or ice in it. Also, the sangria did not taste fresh at all. It was as if it was made from a powder mix. As for the food, it was very good and had unique flavours which I really enjoyed. We shared the green chorizo meatballs, spaghetti al limone, and the tomato and burrata salad. My only criticism for the food would be the chorizo meatballs. they had a good taste, however I did not like the texture. For dessert, we ordered the coconut lime and guava sorbet which also had a great flavour to it. Price: It was on the pricey side, however it wasn't as expensive as i thought because we split it amongst 2 people. The main dishes are on the more expensive side. I wouldn't necessarily come back here for lunch/dinner... maybe brunch instead. Would definitely return just to see the view though! read more

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My friends and I visited Kost twice during our stay here in Toronto. The night view was nice but the service was terrible. The second time we visited the waiter forgot the details of our orders. We asked for no olives in the Ahi Salad and Mayo on the side for the one of the BLT sandwiches. We waited for 40 min for the food to come, and it came with a lot of olives in the salad, no mayo at all, and no bacon in the Kost Burger. The side we ordered was brought to us after we finished the meal...... and most shocking thing was we saw one of the bartender tasted the drink with stirring spoon and stirred the drink with the same spoon....like is this the really best quality for hotel rooftop restaurant ? Probably not. read more

Kost - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Skip the food--it's utterly lacklustre. Come for the drinks, the decor, the view. If you do end up here for brunch, ask for some hot sauce and liberally use the salt and pepper. Other notes: Coconut pancakes were decent. And totally request for more cream (no extra charge). Service is warm and friendly. Coffee is bottomless. read more