This hotel is very me and I'm so glad I had the chance to stay here for a few days. Seriously, the moment I walked through the doors I was impressed with the fun, colorful, 80s-ish vibe it was giving off. The little bar in the front corner, the cool furniture and art in the lobby, even the amazing lady that helped me check in was great. Together we joked about the space being quirky and fun, which again, perfectly describes myself. Along with the hotel, you'll find an attached restaurant, a small music venue downstairs, and even a rooftop bar upstairs along with an open-air patio. I didn't try the restaurant but I did get the chance to see a musician play down stairs as well as grab a drink on the rooftop. No matter who I spoke to or where I was, everyone was very friendly and attentive to whatever I needed. While my room was somewhat small, it was very cozy and the quirkiness continued. I really liked the shampoo and conditioner/body wash that they had available. I also liked that they give you a giant canister of water to help you stay hydrated. The room was also stacked with alcohol and food galore. While it all cost extra, there was a complimentary bag of locally made popcorn. Very cute touch. My bed was comfy and while my room faced Queen St, it wasn't loud at all. You can tell based on all of the attention to detail that they care about their customers' experience. If I had the chance to stay here again, I would in a heartbeat. read more

Went for lunch today with three others. Arrived at 12pm, after getting our drinks orders, ordered food by 12:20. Another friend joins us at 1pm. When the waitress takes her food order, the waitress tells us the food will just be a few minutes more. The food finally comes at 1:15pm. My friend asks if they forgot our order. The waitress lies and says they got hit with a bunch of orders at the same time. If that were the case, at some point, a good waitress would have told us the food was going to be late. I know she lied because two men came in 10 minutes after us, sat beside us, got their food and left even before we got our food. Plus, three of us had pork tacos; could barely hold them, as they were both very greasy. Not impressed! read more

I went to the restaurant and it was amazing !! I recommend the steak frites !! The queso dip was really good as well! read more

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Another trip to Toronto, another stop at The Drake's Lobby Bar to visit our friend & favourite bartender, Jeremy! We brought my boyfriend's brother & his wife with us to introduce them to this tiny, hidden gem. We let Jeremy do his thing & just bring out his suggestions. Each one was better than the other! They loved it as much as we do & lucky for them, they live right around the corner! read more

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Went to Drag Brunch and it was amazing! The drag queen was stellar, she really owned the space, and lived up to the bougie Drake hotel vibe. The staff at the Drake are incredibly lovely, and were able to attend to our needs despite the choas! Food was delicious. Will definitely go back! read more

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Lovely experience staying here - the details are on point! The Drake knows how to design a space and everything from the lobby to the bar to the hallway to the bathrooms was whimsical, modern, and colorful in an intentional way. We stayed in the modern wing and the rooms were good sizes with beautiful finishes and a clean, well designed bathroom. Everyone working at the hotel was very kind and helpful. You absolutely have to stop by the hotel bar one evening. The bartender is awesome and extremely knowledgeable about what he does! The Drake is also located in one of the best neighborhoods of Toronto. There are so many cute restaurants, wine bars, coffee shops, and thrift stores nearby. read more

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First time trying high tea! They only offer it on Sundays and it was pretty affordable compared to others in the city at $45/person It may not look like a lot of food but we were both stuffed when we finished. Favourite was the jerk chicken sandwich. It a cute place inside and there was live music playing. We were seated quite close to the tables beside us which wasn't a great experience for us as it felt cramped. Overall a good first experience for high tea read more

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Went here for a friend's birthday brunch, and it was a great experience! The hotel has immaculate and fun vibes, which can be noticed right away. We were seated on their heated enclosed patio, which was much appreciated during the winter month. Smoked salmon eggs Benny was delicious, and the potatoes were well seasoned. The server was well organized and attentive, especially given that we were a large group. read more

The Drake Hotel - Smoked salmon Benedict - Hotels Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Came here for a Sunday bachelorette boozy brunch and it didn't disappoint! Food- high tea towers filled with savory, scones and sweet at the top. Accompanied by tea (various variety of flavors to select from) and bottomless mimosas if you would like to opt in for! The server did a great job catering to the table, organized and informative. Made great recommendations and was friendly! I would definitely come back with a group of girls or family or even a date! read more

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Have not stayed here but have enjoyed the hard work and hospitality of The Drake for many events. It is clean and well-maintained, the staff are friendly and accommodating, and the food is always delicious and beautifully displayed. read more

the hotel itself is really nice but the food here is amazing!!! honestly such good vibes too and ambiance. their rooftop is nice, inside restaurant, breakfast section area, patio, breakfast too tbh. all the food is low key underrated or maybe it's not i'm not sure -- but the prices for their happy hours make it feel underrated. i love this place!!! their steak monday, sushi tuesday, cocktails in general too.. so good!!! read more

Went with a group of 4 for a Bachelorette and it was definitely a great location to start off our night! When we said what we were celebrating we got a free round of champagne to start, and shots from the server before we left which was awesome! Food: Appetizer - We got the spinach dip. It was so small for the price we paid.... It came with about 5 crackers to go with a very small thin dish of dip. Not worth it in my opinion. Entree- Got the burger and fries and man... there was sooo much fries. Definitely the better value since had food to spare. After our dinner they told us the space was turning into a club vibe, and there was also a place downstairs to dance. Unfortunately we had plans elsewhere, or would have been a great spot to check out. Especially since we were already in, so we wouldn't need to wait in line in the cold. Would come again for another special event. read more

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We are on a group trip and just stumbled upon the Drake hotel! We were looking for our bus to the CNN Tower for our tour and wallah! The hostess was very nice and welcoming and that was refreshing because the UBER drivers in Toronto are the worst their attitudes stink! This place is really nice as shown in the photos. The food came and everyone was pleasantly pleased except for me because my order was wrong I ordered The Drake Benny but don't like poached eggs but they immediately changed it. They place is really nice and there was a drag show going on right inside the hotel! Check them out! read more

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Had a quick bite before a concert at the underground and the goat cheese crostini was to die for- it had arugula, pomegranate, sunflower seeds, balsamic, juicy fresh figs and goat cheese on sourdough bread. I also go the Carmel coconut latte and it was sweet but not overly so. The server was really friendly and we got our food pretty quickly. We were seated upstairs and it was a little cold but more private than downstairs. read more

The Drake Hotel - Fig & goat cheese crostini - Hotels Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Y-U-M You don't understand how in-love I was with this. It looks simple, but no... The food is great. Considering it's also a hotel, you'd think the food is the least of their focus... No, this was amazing.. Slept like a baby after. Also, I'd recommend getting one of their cocktails! 4.4/5 read more

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Yummy girly fun brunchy time! This egg Benedict was good but I'm kinda hungry just looking at that portion read more

The Drake Hotel - Drake Benny but I took the photo too late and the hollandaise dissociated - Hotels Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

First time tasting the outdoor menu (is that even what it is?) well we got like 3 different menus and ordered from the happy hour menu of apps. The vibe was great, but oh my gosh our poor server was HUSTLING and the patio was full. She told us there were only 2 servers that day. (It was a Monday or Tuesday) Anyway, to the food and drinks, drinks could've been better, we got dirty martinis but mine had a little too much vermouth averagely enjoyable. The bowl of olives we ordered helped. Im waiting to rave about the lamb sticks?! Omg delicious. Also the shrimp and fancy fries. So good. 4 apps shared between two. Always the way to go. I'll definitly recommend, the chairs outside weren't comfy though. I sat on the bench right next to my friend. read more

The Drake Hotel - Fancy Drake Fries, shrimp, lamb skewers, bowl of olives and vermouthy martini - Hotels Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Booked the patio for a ten-person family reunion, and what a terrific experience! The staff were so fun and accommodating to the kids, and they even took our picture and encouraged us to use the photobooth inside the hotel. The brunch menu was super kid-friendly, and the space was bright and airy, with umbrellas for shade. And best of all, although the hotel is located on Queen West, the patio is on the side street, so you can eat without worrying about the TTC and traffic being just inches away. Recommended for groups with kids for sure! read more

I love this place! Not being a Toronto native, I was in the hands of a very good friend of mine and I asked her to show me some great patio spots. This is such a treat! The vibe is fantastic - chic boho casual fun all in one! We had the aperol spritz to start under the recommendation of the server but we both didn't enjoy it too much but it was popular with lots of people. Just not our kind of drink (we prefer negronis..) We shared few plates including the Watermelons ceviche and truffle fries. Sooo good! The watermelon was very juicy and tasty and combined perfectly with the raw tuna. The seaweed chips were divine too. Wish there was a couple more pieces though. Truffle fries. Do I need to say more?? read more

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Hands down the most flavorful lamb i ever had in my life. I asked for steak sauce and they didn't have any. Nonetheless i did not need it. Full of flavor. Any sauce would do this original platter no justice. read more

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Alrighty this is for the food but not as an arts venue. Food 3*** Arts Venue 4**** The food at the Drake is not bad but I do expect the flavour and execution of the basics like a pancake to be much better especially since it is more expensive than the other spots around it - and those other spots are pretty good. My favourite thing on the menu is the Drake breakfast because everything tastes so good on the plate and it came with sourdough which is to me the best bread. My friends weren't too thrilled with their dishes. The pancakes weren't fluffy and on the dry side with syrup helping only a little. The spiced latte... not very flavourful. I was much happier with the London fog latte! I will say atmosphere and customer service are amazing! From the moment you walk in to the moment you leave. One of the reasons it's a great spot to go. As an arts venue on a weekend, this place is nuts and the later it is in the evening the more people there are loitering outside the hotel. Must be noisy if you are staying there. Food - give it a try. The service will make up for anything. Plus if you any issue they make a point of fixing it. read more

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I was really excited to come here for valentine's day but it was slightly underwhelming.. I guess with valentine's day being overhyped and everyone going out I felt that the Drake was slightly understaffed that night. The food took a long time to get there, my partner and I were given this really awkward seating where we sat next to each other rather than across and the photo booth was broken so everyone who received the vouched couldn't redeem it. Food: The food was pretty good, but I'm not amazed. I had the steak tartare for apps, the mushroom pappardelle, and the dessert was the commissary dessert. I think the steak tartare was super interesting, I've never had steak tartare before but I enjoyed it's flavour and texture for what it is. It was also arranged in an adorable heart shape! The mushroom pappardelle was deliciously flavourful with this fun flavour profile but I don't think it was anything revolutionary. This is like something I could whip up at home with the right ingredients. All in all, it's good but it's not as earthy and mushroomy than what I had hoped for. The dessert was good, it was a coffee cake and I'm not much of a coffee cake person so it was meh to me but if I WAS a coffee cake person I'd enjoy it much more. Staff: The hostess who seated us was fine, I just thought the seat she initially gave us was really awkward it was like a one sided booth so I sat next to my partner feeling like he was more like my bestie than my boyfriend. I later asked for the tables where I got to sit across from him and they didn't mind moving us. Our waitress was also very nice but she also asked us if we were doing ok a LOT like a little overkill i felt a little pressured. Venue: Everything was clean and drake has a nice consistent hipster theme going on. It's quite quirky in it's own way. Washrooms were also very clean. Overall I give it a 3/5 because this place isn't bad but my experience was underwhelming in my opinion. read more

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I love the Drake. As far as boutique neighborhood culture goes, they have really cornered the market in Ontario. I've been coming to the Drake for various events, concerts and parties for years but this was the first time I tried any of their food. Arriving just in time for dinner, I was surprised to see that they have a very healthy catalogue of items to choose from. Particularly, in their "sushi" department. I ordered the Tuna Poke bowl which came with rice, avocado, miso squash, cabbage, shitake mushrooms and ginger and wasabi. It felt good to eat a healthy meal at a bar for a change. The only thing about the dish that I didn't like was the miso squash. It felt out of place for a sushi based dish to have chunky bits of squash. Other than that one note, the Drake has lived up to its name for its quality presentation and service. read more

The Drake Hotel - Tuna Poke - Hotels Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Came here 10pm on a Saturday with reservations. I ordered a Drake Burger which was delicious and filling and I LOVED that the milk buns were soft and savoury. We also ordered a pitcher of Red Sangria to share, there was a good amount of alcohol in it & just enough fruity sweetness (although no real fruits were in it). There's no need to pay cover for the clubbing portion of the night on the main floor, upper deck, & the underground since we had reservations & ordered food that night. The tables on the dance floor cleared by 11pm and we had space to enjoy the music and dance! I loved the music played by DJ Nana, he had a really good mashup of recent & early 2000's hip hop jams. The crowd was mixed but more on the mature mid 20's-30's. The bouncers were also nice at the Drake Hotel. read more

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This place is extremely dingy and dark and their restaurant is expensive and low quality.

I had the chicken and waffles which were great but a bit on the pricey side. The blueberry jam added a nice sweet touch and the chicken was nicely battered and crispy! read more

Excellent food and service. We were really impressed and we won't hesitate to come back if we're ever in the area. We had a reservation, but the restaurant wasn't busy at 6pm on a Friday. We ordered: Scotch Egg ($11) - 7/10. I haven't had scotch eggs before. It was interesting and worth trying, but I wouldn't order this again because of the price point: $11 for two halves of an egg. Drake Burger ($22+4) - 8/10. It's a good burger that was perfectly cooked, but nothing mind-blowing. The bottom bun was a little soggy. Fries were crispy. We made ours fancy by adding pecorino and truffle butter, but I didn't think the upgrade was necessarily worth it. I probably won't reorder this because there are more interesting things to try. Whole Ontario Trout ($39) - 10/10. The highlight of our night. It's an entire fish that is deep fried and crispy, but it's still moist on the inside. The fish stayed crispy throughout the meal. The salad and greens served alongside of it were a nice counterpart. Would happily reorder. Warm Sticky Toffee Pudding ($9) - 8/10. This was good, but not particularly unique. I probably won't order this again just so I can try something new. read more

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Must come here for Sunday brunches! I am obsessed with their chicken and waffles - preserved berries, sweet Rosemary whipped cream! Such a guilty pleasure to have on a Sunday. Perfect mix of sweet / salty & crunchy / soft texture. Have heard good things about their fresh scones as well! read more

The Drake Hotel - Sunday brunch chicken and waffles - Hotels Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Was here for dinner last week - food and service EXCELLENT. Booth seating was perfect for 4, atmosphere was awesome. Enjoyed drinks too! read more

A little late in writing my review but here goes. My friend and I came here for the Poetry Slam that they hold in the Underground (one or two Sundays a month) and decided to also have dinner here before the show. Luckily since we were only 2 people we got in pretty quickly without a reservation, but it did fill up fast. Make a reservation if you really want to come here for dinner. While having dinner there was also a live "show" - some sort of comedy/music thing going on. I think different nights have different things going on so if you are looking for someplace quiet then this place might not fit the bill. The Underground is...underground..lol. This is where the shows, concerts, poetry slams etc happen. It's small, but there are tables and a bar down there. read more

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Went to watch the game, it was a fun! Our servers were awesome, beers were cold, burger was perfection and so was the popcorn shrimp, pâté, everything was good -except the fries. I know that might sound a little ridiculous but if you want to charge $9-$14 for French fries they need to be damn good and they're mediocre at best. I felt like the oil in the deep fryer needed to be changed and the fries should've been fried longer & salted. I also like how they put actual popcorn with the popcorn shrimp, it was playful and yummyz read more

The Drake Hotel - Popcorn Shrimp - Hotels Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Always a fun time. This place has a great vibe with amazing servers. I would say they have reasonably priced bottles of wine. We were here on Wednesday and it ended up being a trivia night ! Which was a lot of fun $2 dollars per player and it's all random - highly recommend trying it out. The duck pâté was creamy and delicious ! This is quite a large portion so I would recommend ordering extra bread! The beef tartar for me was only ok... I always order the beef tartar where ever I go and I felt it could have had more flavour and actually more beef. Definitely beautifully plated ! I definitely will be back. read more

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We went to a birthday party on the rooftop patio. There is a large bar and many tables and chairs. It was hot and muggy so we had to ask for the giant fans to be put on. The host had bottle service, some drinks in dispensers, water bottles (that were warm) and a few snacks. The chips and guacamole was fine but the caramel popcorn was sticky, warm and soft. The hummus was fine. read more

We have attended bottomless brunch in The Drake Hotel restaurant. It was pretty nice , food was tasty and fresh. Moreover , a huge range of dishes, you can choose the breakfast you like But place is a bit overcrowded and noisy read more

Upon entering The Drake Hotel you are faced with three options: underground (concert like venu), dinning room, and Sky Yard. We didn't have reservations so wait time for a table was 35 to 45 minutes. However, the host let us know that high tables in the dinning room are available without reservations and that's what we chose. I didn't know what to expect for food but I was disappointed in the menu's unusual variety and for it being over priced. I chose a Georgia Peach mocktail and The Drake Burger. The burger was awesome and so was the drink but based on what was offered on the menu I think my choice was a safe bet. If you are the type that is bothered by really loud noise then this place isn't for you. We came here on a Saturday so the underground had a concert and as a result strong vibrations can be felt while sitting in the dining area which is located right above. This place is chic and I'd come back again to check out the Sky Yard and only have drinks. read more

The Drake Hotel - The Drake Burger - Delicious and good bang for your buck - Hotels Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Pretty dark in there. Went on a Saturday night for dinner. Reservations recommended! Burger was good. Decent vegetarian options. Service was good. A little pricey for what you get. Went downstairs to the club after to dance. The music was so mellow; I don't know how anyone was dancing to it. Pretty packed tho! Everyone seemed to be having a good time. Probably will not go back. read more

I have no problem admitting that I sort of begged to be included on a sales trip to Toronto. Luckily, I was approved for the voyage, at which point my manager eagerly advised me to stay at the Drake Hotel. He insisted that it was THE trendy hot spot in town and that its bar was even frequented by locals. Although he yearned to book there himself, he was dedicated to his hotel rewards program and decided to live vicariously through my stay instead. I perused the website and loved that the hotel offered comedy performances, trivia nights, and more. It really was a unique boutique hotel, so I agreed to book there. Upon my arrival, the courteous front desk quickly checked me in and had my bags ferreted up the steep staircase to my quarters on the third floor. The staff was additionally helpful when I needed advice on navigating the area, locating enjoyable running trails, etc. The lobby was dimly lit and decorated like a Hard Rock Hotel with a young, artsy feel. My room was also rather funky, though not in my taste. The "closet" was an open bar hanging along one wall. The bathroom was completely open and made up another wall of the actual room. In other words, the toilet, shower, and sink area were all in the bedroom itself rather than in a separate alcove. The washroom facilities were divided into three sections with the toilet on the left, shower in the middle, and sink on the right. In order to wash your hands after using the facilities, you had to step back down into the main room, walk around the shower, and climb back up in front of the vanity. It was inconvenient and just plain strange. This would not be an appropriate location for vacationing with friends. I will confirm that it was very clean though. I did not utilize the amenities and cannot comment on them except to say that the garden area was delightful and crowded during the evenings. In regards to the location, the hotel was at the very end of the hipster section of Queen Street. Heading one block towards the Downtown area, you would find great restaurants and cool boutiques. However, wandering in the other direction displayed a less desirable section of Queen Street, upon which many homeless people lingered. The residential areas beyond the main drag were fine, but provided little need to a tourist. Lastly, my colleagues were staying downtown, which was actually a substantial cab ride from this hotel. While the Drake might have been an "It Spot", it did not provide satisfying accommodations for a business traveler. I would not recommend it for anyone, except perhaps young single or couples on personal vacations. read more

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We had dinner reservations over Family Day weekend. We got sat up stairs on the balcony, which they have winterized for the the cold months. They had a special on a bottle of wine that was normally $80 for only $40. I didn't think it was the greatest of wines but the taste did seem to grow on me as the night went along.. and the bottle got emptier. Ordered the Drake Burger and my goodness! But the truffle fries that came with (a couple additional $) were mouthwatering. We also enjoyed a complimentary dessert for our birthdays! The restaurant is a little dark but it gives it that romantic/intimate vibe which I really enjoyed. This will be a spot we visit again when in town! read more

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One of the worst customer service experiences I've had. Beware Patrik Werner especially. I had to follow up for months to get a response. We have been trying to book multiple rooms for the night of our wedding and trying to book a space for the rehearsal a couple nights prior. Both experiences have been painful with poor communication throughout. We were told we would get a certain space during the tour and after signing a contract they changed the space. Do not book your events here. I can't imagine what they'd be like to deal with on the night of! read more

Maybe I'm not hipster enough. I didn't love my $18 Drake breakfast and it didn't love me back. Sure, it was OK (on par with what I'd get at any greasy diner) but there wasn't much to rave about. It's just your basic $9 breakfast (two eggs, decent sausage, a couple of bites of toast, and a small bowl of beans and hash browns). Toast was cut super thick (at least an inch) and the crust was pretty hard, interesting but not very tasty. No jam provided. Hash browns were incredibly un-inspired. They were from a bag of flash-frozen McCain bag of potato niblets, nothing like what you see in the pix on Yelp. They tossed in a few lonely strands of cooked onion, but it made no difference at all. A really poor effort, considering the extravagant price. Coffee was decent and they let me stay a long time and linger. Otherwise would have been a generous two stars for the food. read more