Great View and amazing ambiance in the summer especially on a hot summer day. The food and drinks are overpriced and the service is very slow. What truly disappointed me was the steak which was very small and very dry. Too many people here for the Instagramable views but that's really it. You can't even purchase a day pass to access the pools as it's allocated to Hotel Guests only. read more

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The service was terrific They surprised me with a tres leches desert for my birthday and OMG it was immaculate. Burger was mid the fries and aioli sauce were good . The salad was bleh. The avocado toast was great if you added some salt . Beautiful views read more

The food was well done but the wait service sub par. We were there for a birthday celebration and a last night dinner in Toronto.They agreed to give us a birthday desert for my spouse.. but then i had to ask them about it three times .. thirty minutes later after we finished our meal when we got tired of waiting .. and were leaving then manager runs over.He could tell i was pissed. They bring out a desert with NUTS and we told them my spouse is highly alergic to all tree nuts from the beginning.Incompetence.We had to ask for the check ... never asked us for desert order.. This supposed upscale place shoves a point of sale terminal in your face to do the waiters job of making your payment and still expects premium tip. Service was disapointing.Food was good ...IF you are planning a birthday celebration i suggest you GO SOMEWHERE ELSE as the birthday thrill is squashed by the poor response. read more

The best part about this location is the view. Fantastic, being that it is on the top floor of the relatively new Bisha Hotel. We went for Brunch and it was hopping. Reservations are a must. Some good selections including a number of juice infusions. My friend had the Benedict and I had the regular type breakfast. ( I would have given a higher rating but I need someone to explain to me why the server steered me away from ordering poached eggs when they are obviously doing them for the many eggs Benedict they serve. For some reason, ordering a la carte meant quite a delay. Curious, that!) Still the food, drink and hot tea was very good. The bacon in particular is wonderful. Being in the heart of downtown, recommend getting there by TTC unless staying nearby. read more

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Come for the unreal sunset views and thoughtful service and lively atmosphere. We arrived for our outdoor rooftop dinner reservation just before sunset. We started with a baby gem salad that included among other ingredients the most addictive sweety drop peppers, avocado, pecorino cheese, radish and green goddess dressing--simple but really good. We also had the grilled lamb chops, which were tender and seasoned simply. The ricotta agnolotti with pesto and sun-dried tomatoes was flavorful but slightly too under al dente. When I requested an off-menu drink, our waitress was super accommodating, and the bartender nailed it. We finished with the dulce de leche dessert that our server recommended and it DID NOT disappoint. This dessert was heavenly! It was light, not overly sweet and had great texture to balance the creaminess. As it got chilly, the staff turned on the heater nearest us and even offered blankets. read more

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The food was amazing and the staff were very quick to refill water or bring anything we needed. Great place for a special occasion with a view of CN Tower and other buildings. read more

Kost - Shishito peppers, Calamari, Sunrise Cocktail, Apple Cider Mocktail. - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Really enjoyed my time at Kost! This restaurant is located at the top of the Bisha hotel, with great views of the city and CN tower. Restaurant guests can walk out to the patio for pictures, but can't use the pool. The ambience is so bright and airy, with the patio doors open during the summer. It felt like I was in California at times. The staff was really friendly and courteous, with cute outfits and comfy shoes. Prices are reasonable for brunch. I ordered the chicken sandwich and fries. The chicken was really crispy and the sauce that came with the fries was so addicting! Can't wait to return soon. read more

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Came in for brunch with a friend on a rainy day and got seated at a corner table almost tucked away behind the bar when there were other empty tables. The server was very sweet but being tucked away I feel like we got waited on a little less. We got vanilla lattes and I got the Kōst omelette while my friend got the crab Benedict. The food was mediocre but I guess people don't really come here for anything but the views. Not quite the day for a rooftop brunch, but the food isn't worth the price. read more

I have been to Kost a few times and every time the service is really great. The prices are expensive but the food and drinks are tasty. usually we will split some apps/sides and we always leave satisfied. the views of the city are spectacular, specially on a nice day i highly suggest visiting kost in the summer and sitting on the patio. they even gave a free desert for my birthday. read more

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Perfect spot for a date night! Love the striploin steak and the fries. We also tried a cocktail that was super refreshing! Gotta be back again. read more

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FOOD | As with any restaurant in Toronto's financial district, you're paying a pretty steep price for food that is more or less subpar. We got drinks that have since been removed off the menu -- I guess they cycle the drink selections? For food, we got the tofu skewers ($27) and the ricotta agnolotti ($29). The tofu skewers weren't even on skewers? They were just pieces of tofu with the other ingredients surrounding it. That being said, the mushrooms and hazelnuts were good! The ricotta was also decent, and the pesto sauce was good. Neither dish blew me away, especially when considering the actual prices. AMBIANCE | Kost is obviously a very pretty restaurant, with nice views of the Toronto skyline and CN tower. On weekends, it's harder to get a decent spot with a view because there are so many people dining in. However, the aesthetics of the restaurant make it a good place to celebrate a special occasion. SERVICE | Service is nice, but very limited. We found it hard to get servers' attention a lot of the time, and they don't seem to be milling around much. Because they were also very busy, it made me feel a bit burdensome or bothersome whenever I needed their attention, which isn't a great feeling to feel when you're already paying such a steep price point. VERDICT | I don't think I would come back unless it was for another person's special occasion/celebration. read more

Kost - Tofu Skewers - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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You definitely come here for the view. It has an amazing view of the CN tower and Toronto city being on the 44th floor of the Bisha hotel. Food and drink wise, I would say it's good but definitely expensive. Plates are definitely small for the price you pay. Came here because my friends from out of town wanted to check out the outdoor patio view. Service was good. Also, not sure if anyone else mentions this but be prepared to walk up and down one floor of stairs to go to the bathroom. read more

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I recently returned to Toronto for a 1 week trip and I was looking to re-live what once were some of my favourite restaurants in the city. My experience at KOST was below expectations. On a positive note, we were able to score reservations on the morning of for a reservation at 10:30 AM-- this was huge, recognizing Toronto had only relaxed restrictions only a few weeks ago. The views and aesthetics never disappoint but the food was a miss for me. Covid Vaccination check: Yes Iced Americano - 2/5 -- This was too watered down Coconut pancakes - 2/5 -- This used to be plated much differently with a dollop of cream and fruit on each pancake. The stack now made it hard to distribute the single dollop provided. I also found this much heavier than in the past. Lobster benny - 3/5 -- The potatoes accommodating the benny were really well done. Well seasoned and crispy. The lobster was a bit dry so would've preferred if there was a bit more hollandaise to balance. Verdict: I wouldn't come back for brunch. Perhaps for a drink on the patio when the weather warms up again. read more

Kost - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Came here for brunch and the view was amazing. We wanted to sit outside but it was so windy. To the point the chairs were blowing away The service was SLOW. like very slow The sausage and bacon omelet was decent, but I did expect the bacon to actually be inside the omelet, not just thrown on top. The homefries were good as well as the sauce on top 7/10 The breakfast wrap was filling and flavorful 8/10 The mimosa were mainly juice, and not the correct flavor, but we drank them anyway as we were in a rush 7/10 Be active and other pressed juices were okay. One had way too much beet and not enough ginger The Benedict was amazing, and one of the best things we've had during the trip 10/10 Would dine here again, just hope the service is faster and the bartender is more knowledgeable of the drinks and how to prepare them read more

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The downstairs host and my server made my experience horrible, but literally everyone else was amazing. The manager comped my meal to make up for how the server treated me (didn't even have to ask). So I heard about this place. Checked out the menus, and decided to stop in. I didn't see anything indicating that they close at 2:30 PM and don't reopen until 5. The host berated me about it, and said how it was listed everywhere and she didn't understand how I missed it - I literally only look it up on Yelp, looked at the hours (which clearly says 7AM - 10:30PM), and the menu. I never saw anything that said they close from 2:30-5 for food. I came a little after 2:30. She then said I could only order drinks. After I said I still wanted to be seated, she then said fries and oysters only are available at 3:30 (like why didn't you tell me that before, but okay...). Her attitude then shifted, and she became somewhat nice. I get upstairs, and the upstairs host is super sweet. When I get seated, the actual waiter was okay at first, then got pretty rude as time went on. At one point, while he was at my table talking to me as I was about to order a drink, he started asking the table next to me if they were okay, as if he wasn't still at my table serving / talking to me (I have never experience anything like that before and it was very rude). He also came over to my table with food in his mouth, talking with a full mouth of food. He came to update me about my drink, and after I kept seeing people get food, especially people who were seated after me, I tried to ask him about it to see if it's possible or if they were starting to take food orders now (to see if I can put my fries and oyster order in early - it was ~3:15 at that time). He walked away in the middle of me talking. It's possible he didn't hear but me he literally said your drink is on the way, then stormed off as I started talking. At one point, I get up to use the restroom. When I come back, my whole table was cleared and my unfinished drink was gone. I came back very confused, annoyed, and even more frustrated. I had to re-ask for everything I had (water, lemons, and the drink that I wasn't finished drinking). At this point, I was over it and told him I wanted to cancel the oysters and just wanted the check. He asked if I was sure, then came back to say he explained everything to the manager (guess he assumed I would ask for the manager), and said that my meal was comped. The way this waiter treated me was disgusting. The host was rude at first, but softened up after I guess she realized I wasn't leaving. Overall, I would probably never spend a dime here. I was ready to drop a good bit of money here. The manager made up for it by comping my meal, but I will never forget how horrible the waiter and downstairs host treated me. I wouldn't recommend eating or drinking here, but I highly recommend the views from Kost. read more

I'm a little torn writing this review. This is supposed to have amazing views of the city by the pool. I came here with a friend for an early Sunday brunch. The pool was being cleaned during their prime brunch hours which was creating a lot of noise. We initially were seated outdoors but the staff was very accommodating and moved us inside on request. Surprising the place was not that busy. The menu itself does not have too many options. However it does have some solid brunch options. I got the rib hash and my friend got the coconut pancakes. You are on the 44th floor of a fancy hotel - prices follow that vibe. Coffee refills were prompt. The food was yummy. I only wish the rooftop was fully open. I do recommend coming here for the food...but perhaps wait until it is super warm so you can take advantage of the views. read more

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I've been wanting to come here for a while now and was so happy that we got reservations on a nice night. We decided to share all of our meals, right down to the chocolate cake! The bread was so delicious and warm, literally felt like it came out of the oven. The ceviche was my favourite- it was flavourful and tender. We got really lucky with a nice view of the CN Tower, definitely will come back here in the summer for brunch. read more

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Excellent food and service with a wonderful view. The balcony was closed for dinner. Good place for team dinners. The bar on the first floor is a good place for post dinner drinks. read more

I came here for brunch with family a few weeks ago and had a really nice time. THe views of Toronto are incredible and the service was great. We arrived early and were seated on the left of the entrance. It was quite noisy and we were cramped up against the bar, so we asked the server if we could move. She found us a really nice table on the right where we had a view of the CN Tower, and it was bright and not as noisy. The food was overpriced for what it was: $25 pancakes and eggs and toast, but you're paying for the view and the ambiance, so I'm not complaining. Their cocktails were amazing. I had initially looked at the lunch menu online, but only brunch was available on weekends - I wish I had known ahead of time, and their website didn't make that clear. Like I said, the views, service and food are great. This is a great spot if you're looking for a neat dining experience. read more

Kost - My view - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Set on the 44th floor of a hotel, this brightly decorated spot is a gem in downtown Toronto. Service was quick and efficient, and our orders were correct when they came out and plated beautifully. The menu is varied and I believe offers something for everyone. read more

Kost - Halloumi Bowl - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Wow! What a great spot for breakfast! The view will take your breath away! It did take me a minute to find this restaurant, it's at the top of a hotel for those of you who haven't been there yet. The service was very pretty, well dressed, jewellery on point! The food really is the star of this show. I have not had better chicken and waffles anywhere else! This dish comes with a whole waffle that was cut into quarters for you, and a mix of breast and dark meat in generous portions, the waffle was separated from the chicken, and neither went soggy! The chicken was Krispy until the last bite. The coating of what ever they used was crunchy, and not overly coated. It was also topped with some sweet and spiced sauce. I asked for nothing on top of my food, and everything on the side, but they put it on my chicken, but to be honest it's not over taking the food like some sauces do, so it was terrible. But the entire dish was delicious. I ordered a coffee as well. And it's not something I'd order again from this restaurant, I didn't really like the coffee blend offered here, and went to get an another cup elsewhere after leaving. But I would definitely come back for the chicken and waffles! read more

The views were beautiful , my friend I just came for cocktails and to sit on the rooftop it was beautiful at sunset! The hostest was so kind and the aesthetica inside was perfect I would live there read more

This place is rooftop dining in a chic modern hotel building. As you depart the elevator, the outside light is great. We were seated with a fantastic view of the lake and the CN Tower. We ordered guacomole with chips, tuna crudo with crispy plantains, and for our entrees we had short ribs with chili relleno and branzino with fresh salsa. It was beautifully presented and the flavors were amazing. Loved every beautiful bite. We also got one alcoholic drink and one non-alcoholic drink. Also delish. Finally the waiter asked if we were celebrating a special occaion and we were- our 10th anniversary. He surprised us with a beautiful dessert, gratis. It was a fabulous meal and I would definitely not hesitate to go back for fine dining, hip vibes, great views. read more

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I was leaning towards 4 stars but suddenly remembered one detail that brought it down to 3 stars. Sat in the perfect corner with the CN Tower view. Gorgeous sunny day for drinks after work. It was a beautiful patio. Between two people we shared: burrata, whole branzino, smoked short ribs and fries. Oh and a $65 pitcher of sangria. There was a minimum spend of $50 per person but it didn't feel like it was heavily enforced. A table had drinks only for most of the stay - or maybe they had food afterwards (there is a two hour seating limit). read more

Kost - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The rooftop here has incredible views of city. Highly recommend! There's 360 degree views of the city and there's also a restaurant and bar at the top. read more

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Kōst is the penultimate spot for a nice party of 10 get together in the beautiful city of Toronto. Such killer vibes of the Cn tower up on the rooftop terrace lots of beautiful photos can be taken if you want a nice picture with the famous CN ! There's a beautiful pool up top as well.. Im not sure people use it and I think it's just there for decor. It's in a Hotel hidden up high on the roof. The place turns into a party scene at night but I'm old Not a party goer just a people gatherer ahaha Booking: was a bit difficult for 10 but otherwise it is super easy to make reservations through the open table app! Staff was super friendly and accommodating everything was right and very nice evening being taken care of properly Food: incredible I had the broccolini and the roasted Cauli.. it Was slightly blanched and undercooked to my liking such a shame I should have sent it back but we were out with so many friends I wasn't paying attention I also had there grilled squid was super flavourful and appetizing What an incredible experience The drinks were flowing And everyone was super happy Ambiance: Legendary Food : great!! And overall definitely hitting this place up again in the summer if you're in toronto you have to give this place a shot wow absolutely gorgeous! read more

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All staff and servers were friendly. Their service was great. The view was also great. The menu wise.... i would recommend the whole branzino large plate. the zucchini fritter was good. All the food there was good but I would go not good back there again. Way overpriced for the food tho... read more

Kost - zucchini fritter, rapini - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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The food itself was definitely really good, but at its price point, it seems like you're paying more for the view (of the CN tower, which was nice). The wait for our food was fair, and my meal (broccolini and octopus) was tasty, and my group overall enjoyed the experience. However, I do feel there are other experiences that may be better for its price. read more

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Went out to Kost on a Saturday night after hearing some great reviews from friends, however our experience wasn't the same. We ordered the striploin steak and fries to share along with two glasses of red wine. Our food came out fairly quick but the food was not what we expected at all. The steak came with this very odd tasting and looking potato salad. We both took a bite and could barely swallow it as the texture and the taste was completely off. We were hoping the fries would save our meal but they were beyond over salty, making it almost difficult to eat. After having a couple of bites our waitress came and checked in on us and finally brought out our red wine. She asked us how the food was tasting and we told her the food wasn't very good, the potato salad was inedible and the fries were very salty. She responded with "really yea the potato salad is either a hit or a miss but at least you have fries" and dashed away. Me and my guest both looked at each other puzzled after this interaction with the waitress. We tried to finish what we could from the meal and quickly got the check so we could grab some tastier dinner elsewhere. My motto is you go to a restaurant for the food and you stay for the good service. However, neither was the case at Kost. The food is overpriced and unappetizing and the service is mediocre. There are many other restaurants in the area that are a much better option than Kost. read more

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I saw so many posts of Kost all over social media and wanted to try, but never got around to it until my friends took me there for my birthday. It's part of the hotel so we had to go in through the elevators. We were seated between the bar and the balcony area which was fine by me because I get cold easily. I really liked the ambiance, it's very "girls brunch/dinner". It's nice so I can see why all those iNfLuEnCeRs took so many photos outside. Again, we ordered a bunch of dishes to share between four people. It was enough for us to be really full, and everything was pretty good! At one point it was hard to keep everything on the small table so we were struggling to Tetris all the plates and eat everything so they could be cleared. The cake with a lit candle accompanied by a scoop of ice cream with "Happy Birthday" written on the plate was a really sweet way to end dinner. I enjoyed it and of course shared with with my friends. It was a great day and we all had fun. read more

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I was visiting from Chicago and they accommodated us with a 5 party reservation that i called in the day before. The place was very pretty and had coat check, but there's no waiting area even though we showed up on time for our reservation we had to wait a bit, so kind of awkward where no where to sit or stand. It's very beautifully decorated but it was extremely hot in there (a Saturday brunch in March). The view are amazing but the sun is super bright, my blue eyes couldn't handle it so I had to switch seats with one of my brown eyed friends. There are no blinds so I would recommend sunglasses, even inside. It took a long time for us to even get water and for the waitress to take our order. Once we did order though, food and drinks came out quick and it was yummy! I wish it wasn't so unbearably hot in there, otherwise I would've soaked it all in and stayed longer, but we pretty much had to leave right away because it was too hot for my whole table (the bright sun and crowded space did not help). read more

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Ambiance: Pictures say it all. Beautiful patio outside overlooking the city and CN tower. They have a pool and at night Its lit up. Food: Oysters: definitely have had better. Shishito Peppers: very flavorful delicious. Had a smokey flavour and paired well with Ricotta Agnolotti Ricotta Agnolotti: delicious for a dish which I thought would be very bland. It surprised me when it came to true table full of flavour. There was a bit too much spinach for my liking but highly recommend. Fogo island Cod: delicious Service: They were accommodating as we had no reservations and walked in. The servers were present and always asking If we needed anything. We even requested to be moved outside and they had no problem There was a minimum of $50/person read more

Kost - Patio at night - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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My friend and I visited yesterday for lunch, we got seated at 12:30. Service: 0/5 The service was painfully slow. There was ONE waiter and around 6 tables (including mine) on the side where I was sitting. I saw another waitress serving the opposite side of the restaurant. There were a bunch of food runners but they don't take orders (waitress/waiter had blue shirt on) and I could only see two people wearing blue shirt. The server was not attentive. Seemed annoyed when I asked about the food, I only asked about it after 40 minutes of waiting and they were cold dish. He said: there are only 3 chefs today. And walked off. No apologies. His tone was condescending and acted as if we were causing an inconvenience by asking. I understand if the place is understaff but I wouldn't know if I didn't ask right? He also took a LONG time coming to our table to take our order because he spent alot of time talking to other tables and making small talks. May I suggest YOU MAKE SURE EVERY TABLE HAS BEEN SERVED FIRST BEFORE YOU START HAVING CHIT CHATS? The hostess who seated the tables lacked common sense. Why would you cramp 6 tables (4 tables had 4+ people each) onto one side. My back was inches away from other tables. The seating arrangement did not make sense because there were empty seats elsewhere in the restaurant. I am trying to catch up with my friend over lunch, not trying to catch COVID. Food: 2.5/5 The burger bun was just sad and deflated. The fried chicken was the only thing done right, crispy and juicy. I also enjoyed the honey mustard. The chicken wasn't over cooked. Oysters were tasteless. Tuna tartare had papaya in it and they were bitter. The tuna were very salty. My friend also ordered an avocado toast, the crust was so stiff, it was like biting into a rock. She ended cutting the crust and 1/3 of the sandwich was gone lol. Overall not impressed by the service or food especially given the price, I had higher expectation. The entire lunch came up to $140 ish. It's also inconvenient to go to the bathroom because you need to take a flight of stairs to the 43rd floor. The restaurant need better management. For one, there should be some flexibility in who can take orders when the restaurant is busy. We left the restaurant at 2:30, 80% of that time were spent waiting. This restaurant is a hard pass for me. PS - 44th floor view? Not worth it. You're better off going to Canoe for better quality food, service and view. read more

Kost - Fried chicken burger - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Beautiful place to be at any time of day. I say this because the decor's aesthetic was just my style along with an iconic view of the CN tower. My SO and I were going south on the DVP and spontaneously decided to go here for late lunch at 2:30pm. We called ahead to make a quick reso and the gentleman put us in no problem. It was my boyfriend's first time here so he was in awe when the elevator opened up to the 44th floor. I love taking him to new places so this one is added to his books. He really enjoyed his branzino & tuna tartar while I had the tofu skewers with brussel sprouts. The mushrooms in the tofu skewers were packed with strong flavours which was too much for my liking. The tofu was good and the brussel sprouts balanced it out after the impactful taste of the mushrooms. The hostess & server were polite and courteous. Our food arrived quickly and our glasses of water were continually filled up without asking for more. It was my first time having the all-day menu and there were a handful of vegan friendly options available. Just glad it wasn't a vegan burger and fries. I still do enjoy the brunch menu here and would like to bring my boyfriend back here for brunch soon. It was a lovely date, we look forward to coming back. read more

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Brunch at KOST was an exceptional experience. Slightly on the pricey end but definitely worth it. Best chicken and waffles I've ever had. My partner got the coconut buttermilk pancakes which were delightful as well. read more

Kost - Chicken and waffle - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Cost was an easy five star for me due to its breath taking views and elegant beachy vibe ! I have been here for brunch and also lunch, The food is high quality in Tea so great the drinks are also amazing it is such a fun spot with a mature crowd. I can't wait to visit for another cute brunch in the summer. The service was impeccable as well read more

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I stayed at the Bisha, and only visited Kost for a couple of drinks and to see the rooftop view, but the drinks were great, the service was stellar, the view is AMAZING, and the vibe is fun. If I visit again, I'll definitely come back for food. If you're visiting Toronto, it's worth the visit for the view. read more

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We went here for a lunch on a sunny Toronto afternoon and it was very pleasant. The CN tower views are amazing and the food was healthy but a bit on the expensive side. Still, overall would go again! read more

A scenic, vibey, and all-around airy space that makes you feel relaxed. We were lucky that the sun came out for the day, and the large 360 glass panes gave the space that much more of the Californian feel. Definitely go for the coconut pancakes - the portion is perfect for sharing. You can get it on your own too, but it may get a bit sweet towards the end! We also ordered the Halloumi bowl for sharing, and that was our healthier alternative to balance the pancakes. My personal opinion is that it was perhaps lacking just a bit of flavour, though that may be because it is being compared to the fluffy coconut pancakes. If I ever go back, would love to give the other savoury options a try. You also get a great view of the CN Tower that's just in front of you. Can only imagine how nice it must be during the summertime when the pool is open! read more

Kost - Coconut Pancakes - American Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Priceless view! Situated at the 44th floor at the bisha hotel. We went around 5pm so we can enjoy the patio by the pool before the sun goes down. Unfortunately it was rather windy but they offer towels and blankets which was awesome! They pull out heaters once the sun sets and it was absolutely lovely. Food: it's pretty decent for what they offer. Oysters were fresh and delicious. Cocktails were delicious I enjoyed the baja peach mule quite a bit. Service: unfortunately it was incredibly slow, it took well over 20mins for us to get our drinks and waiting for food to come took a long time as well. But it could be the particular server we had. Overall I recommend kost just for the view alone. read more

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