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Union

4.1 (288 reviews)
PriceyFrench, Wine Bars
Closed • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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John H.

There is something to be said about a place that delivers consistently great food and service over a period of years. I've been to Union a handful of times over the years and each and every visit has been pleasantly memorable. In the past I've always been drawn to their more meaty fare. I still have a vivid memory of a steak for two that was top-drawer. But on my last visit I allowed myself to be convinced to order a salad. The Union Salad in fact, which seems simple enough-- organic greens, double smoked bacon, chèvre, & rosti. And my goodness was I not disappointed. Everything was more than perfect and more than the sum of its parts. It all went together so well. And I've been thinking of that salad ever since. Add to that the airy interior and chill bustle of the place. Expect very pleasant service that makes you feel welcome and looked after without being intrusive.

Cute spot. Main dining area is pretty small and we didn't have a reservation but they accommodated us at the back counter which was kind of cool because we had a front row to chefs prepping and cooking. However if you are tall like my friend (6'3") it may be a little uncomfortable. At one point he had to get up to stretch his legs. Food was tasty we both got the steak medium rare which was delicious. The crème brûlée was good as was the sticky ginger cake. I took off one star because the first steak they brought me was well done which is a no-no for me. They did comp me a drink which I appreciated. Overcooked steak aside I would definitely go back though.

Stephen G.

Went for a birthday dinner this summer and it was positively delicious and welcoming.

Cecilia M.

Celebrated a dear friend's birthday in their back sheltered patio area! We made reservations in advance for our table of 7, and service was extremely thoughtful and delightful throughout. HIGHLY recommend reservations as it's always packed. The meal was absolutely delicious. Every dish was well executed and we were happy to see that Union works with local farmers for their seasonal, organic produce and meat. It's a "Farm to Chef to Table" dining experience! Here's what we had: 1. Dressed Beet Salad - Genius of a salad served with a beautiful mild blue cheese and a sprinkle of walnuts; flavour and texture is incredible1. 2. Ontario Asparagus - fresh and in season the asparagus were great and served with a giant hunk of brie! 3. Hokkaido Scallop Crudo - light and refreshing 4. Steak Frites - a fantastic medium rare steak sliced so it was easy to share. Frites were so good that we added a side order! 5. Fettuccine alla Vongole - Perfectly cooked pasta with a rich sauce and good portion of clams 6. Extra side order of fries - Good portion served with amazing mayo Note: We brought our own homemade cake and there was a $5 per slice service fee. Not uncommon, and a good FYI for those planning a gathering here.

Lunch menu
Christine M.

My #1 choice when you need to suggest an elevated place for lunch that's not stuffy and where food it delicious, consistent and worth it. I've been here for dinner and for lunch and everything is always spot on. On my most recent two lunch visits, I've had the meal size Union salad. Might sound boring but it's so not. It's got potato galettes, a huge dollop of goat cheese, thick slabs of bacon. A meat-lovers salad. I was so eager to eat I forgot to take a pic. I was there with 3 pals and we also started with the entree sized beef tartare and an order of the fries. Fries are huge to share. Tartare was great - bread was especially tasty and quite dense and garlicky. We started with Aperol spritzes and had a fabulous bottle of white - Viñátigo Listán Blanco from the Canary Islands. The sticky gingerbread cake is SO GOOD but we skipped it on this visit. Next time! Like I said, I was too eager to dive into the food to take pictures, so here are some shots of the menus. Believe me, it's all great!

Steak frites
Abeni T.

4.3 stars and my favorite meal of 2025 thus far. I had a few Toronto locals rave about this place to me, so I knew I had to check it out. I'm so pleased that I did. My party of 3 stumbled in sans reservation and were sat immediately in the heated back room. Kind of feels like a patio? The place was buzzing and entrees were catching my eye every 5 seconds. But I finally settled on the steak frites, which were very tasty. The steak was lean, but still very flavor-filled despite not having an abundance of marbling. Usually it's a dish served rarer, but they were happy to cook it to my liking. The fries were perfectly crispy without being overdone and the sauce they came with was heavenly. But the real show stopper was dessert. A sticky toffee cake that was positively divine. Sweet without being overly sweet with notes of warming spices like cinnamon and cardamom gave it depth and complexity. And the ice cream on top was the perfect finish. It was so good I seriously considered returning the next day for another. I also had a bite of the crème brûlée...definitely another winner.

Steak tartare, union salad
Alanna R.

Great spot for comfort food + local ingredients that doesn't break the bank. Highlights on the menu are the steak tartare and the sticky ginger cake.

mushroom tartine
Suanne L.

Went to Toronto for the first time and decided to google around to see what was available. This place was pretty highly rated on Google reviews and was able to take reservations for 8 people so we decided to check it out! We realized after that this place is on the Michelin guide and it definitely did not disappoint. Our group of 8 was seated in the outside "patio" but the weather was warm enough that we were totally fine. We ordered the rotisserie cornish hen, and it was one of the best I've ever had!! So juicy, soft, and the exterior was sauced up perfectly. We also got the Mushroom Tartine and NY strip steak frites. Mushrooms were so buttery and tasted delicious with the fluffy and thick bread. Out of the 3 dishes, the steak unfortunately fell short as it was chewy and tough to eat. Portions are super generous and well worth it for its price! They also have a rotating menu so I would not mind to go back again to check out their other items.

Karen T.

My friends and I made a reservation for brunch and enjoyed our time here. We got the mimosa kit for the 3 of us and we all had just a little bit over 2 and a half glasses each. For mains, we had ordered the Huevos Frijoles, Salmon and Swordfish Fishcake and the Union Salad. Everything was very flavourful with good portion sizes! The only thing I would have preferred is if the Union Salad came with chopped lettuce .. it was served with whole leaves, which made it kind of hard to eat (felt like I was shoving it into my mouth and it was hard to cut, lol). It does get busy here during brunch so the service was a little slow, but the vibes were great and it's a lively spot to check out! Would definitely come back to try the other dishes.

Trout, steak frites, sticky ribs
Reh L.

An Ossington staple for years, Union is one of those old reliables that you go to for any occasion. The dishes do not miss here. We tried a whole assortment of dishes, and everything was so well executed. The best bites I had this time around were the crispy skin of the trout in that buttery sauce, the perfectly seared crust of the steak, the kale smothered in that sticky rib sauce, and their real potato fries in an extra garlicky aioli. Overall, this is a Toronto classic.

Coffee, cream, and brown sugar
Kaleigh W.

Came here on a whim while shopping, well worth the stop! We came midday on Sunday and there were a couple tables filled, not too busy. Really pretty inside with an open view of the kitchen. Service and ordering was prompt. We ordered: -black coffee with cream and sugar -fresh-squeezed Orange juice -the Union Breakfast Sandwich -Flat Top Breakfast You could tell the details of our meals were fresh and healthily prepared as well. For example, my flat top came with bacon that was seasoned, baked (instead of fried) and not dripping in grease. The tart Orange juice was loaded with pulp. Even the decorative lettuce on my plate had a house made mustard seed oil drizzled on. We finished our meals with no leftovers to spare. My only qualm was that my eggs were over-cooked, and the menu was a little steep. Next time we're in Toronto, I'd love to come back for cocktails--several tables around us seemed to be there for just that.

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Went with a friend on a Saturday night and it was pretty easy to get a seat, but they do take…read morereservations. Our server was great at helping us pick our wine, he mentioned that their wines are all on the dry side which is perfect for me, I'm not one for sweet wines. We also had two of their small plates the mussels and the burrata. The mussels tasted great with the sauce, a little garlicky which I prefer. The combination of the peach and mint went really well with the burrata. Light and easy to eat. The patio at night is one of the highlights. The only small complaint was it did take a while to get our wine after we ordered it and a little while to get our check. Otherwise cute spot.

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Union - french - Updated May 2026

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