Cafe Nicole - Novotel Toronto Centre

Name: Cafe Nicole - Novotel Toronto Centre
Address: 45 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5E 1W2
Telephone: (416) 860-5151
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4

4.0

37 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

American

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 3 times today

Good for business meals
Good for special occasions
Charming

Café Nicole at Novotel Toronto Centre is located in the heart of Old Historic Toronto. Relax in a sophisticated, modern setting while enjoying a modern menu based in tradition, inspired by local recipes and infused by the flavors of Toronto

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
American, French, Asian
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 6:30 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 860-5151
Website
https://cafenicole.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Winlai Wong
Catering
Host your next meeting, conference, or social event at our hotel in downtown Toronto. We offer more than 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space that can be customized to your needs, from an intimate board meeting to a reception for up to 280 people. Let our experienced team help you plan all the details.
Private party facilities
For Weddings Visit https://novoteltorontocentre.com/meetings-events/weddings/For Meetings Visit https://novoteltorontocentre.com/meetings-events/For Social Events Visit https://novoteltorontocentre.com/meetings-events/social-events/

Location
45 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5E 1W2
Area
Financial District
Cross Street
Yonge street
Parking details
Underground paid parking available
Public transit
Union station 2 blocks, GO station 1 minute walk , TTC 1 block, off the Yonge street exit on Gardiner expressway
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Happy Hour Under The Arches
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Who doesn't love happy hour? Join us every day from 4-8pm and enjoy: $5 Aperol Spritz, House Wines, Prosecco or 3 Speed Amsterdam Lager

What 37 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0

4 based on recent ratings

3.8Food
3.8Service
3.8Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Quiet

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Nicole at Novotel Toronto Centre offers a "fantastic breakfast" with a "wonderful selection" at their buffet, praised for its "great breakfast" options and "the best" eggs Benedict. Staff are "lovely and incredibly hospitable," ensuring a welcoming atmosphere. Although service can sometimes be slow due to understaffing, the team's dedication shines through.

37 Reviews

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Debbie
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was amazing. Food was amazing. Atmosphere is great.
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Sarah
VIP
Toronto
7 reviews
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Unfortunately not a good experience. Had booked a table for late breakfast (was not staying at the Novotel). Waited 10 minutes to be seated, no one ever asked if we had a reservation, we were seated in a room far far away from the main lounge. 10.45 AM, clearly most clients were done having breakfast, but no fresh coffee, dirty menus handed to us, "expect 20-25 wait time for food, we are busy". There was an obvious escape door just by our table - we took it and had a lovely brunch somewhere else. Do better Cafe Nicole!
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Judy
Toronto
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Three was only 1 server working on a busy Saturday night! She deserved triple pay and did her best, remaining courteous and as helpful as possible. But pretty impossible. This was our 2nd visit and we were so disappointed after a good experience in the Fall!
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Ally
VIP
Toronto
18 reviews
2.0
18 reviews
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
We made a 5pm reservation for 4 people before a show. We were told upon arrival by the server to have patience as all of the tables arrived at the same time (there were two tables seated: one with 2 people and one with 10). The one server finally came back to take our order around 15 minutes after sitting down. We ordered a round of drinks as well as our food so we could hurry things along: 1 apps for the table and everyone ordered an entree. The app we wanted wasn’t available so we ordered another one. We finally got our drinks around 45 minutes after sitting down. The 2 beers were warm and the 2 diet cokes takes like soda water. Our server apologized for the delay stating she was the only one working. Our entrees finally came out and the server said our app would folllow soon. we asked to cancel as it was meant to be a starter. The server apologized again stating there was only 1 man working in the Kitchen and it was only her third day working. Overall, just a mediocre experience. It’s not the staff’s fault they are understaff. The drinks need work.
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Samantha
VIP
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The server needs more help! It was only him, he was fantastic but had to do everything himself.
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Oliver
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great to find a turkey dinner on Christmas Eve! I was amused to see I was only one of a few Lol! Very good quality meal.
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Adam
VIP
Toronto
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 4 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic breakfast. The folks running the restaurant are lovely and incredibly hospitable. The food was great. We loved the smoothie shots (especially the green ones).
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Jim
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 25 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the breakfast buffet. Wonderful selection and great breakfast!
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OpenTable Diner
Montreal
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 2 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went here for a brunch during holiday. I initially booked via OpenTable but we didn’t arrive on time. Nonetheless, staff are welcoming and accommodating. We were seated in less than 5 minutes, our server was so kind to show us the food they have prepared. The unlimited breakfast buffet has a lot of options. Eggs were a bit soggy but maybe it’s different from my taste— still a good one! The smoothie shots are a must try! Paid parking in front, clean restroom. It’s full when we got there but it’s not the kind of noisy and rowdy buffet place. Everyone is just enjoying the ambiance. Restrooms are nice and clean. Location wise: near CNE Tower (which we went to after). There were six of us and we shared $38 each including tip. All-in-all: 10/10. Will definitely be back.
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Cliff
Calgary
27 reviews
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on 21 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Buffet breakfast had a good variety of foods and fruits
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Cafe Nicole - Novotel Toronto Centre is rated 4 stars by 37 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 3 times today

Google Map for Cafe Nicole - Novotel Toronto Centre

45 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5E 1W2

Additional information

Cross Street
Yonge street
Area
Financial District
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 6:30 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
American, French, Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Underground paid parking available
Public transit
Union station 2 blocks, GO station 1 minute walk , TTC 1 block, off the Yonge street exit on Gardiner expressway
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Winlai Wong
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://cafenicole.ca/
Phone number
(416) 860-5151
Catering
Host your next meeting, conference, or social event at our hotel in downtown Toronto. We offer more than 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space that can be customized to your needs, from an intimate board meeting to a reception for up to 280 people. Let our experienced team help you plan all the details.
Private party facilities
For Weddings Visit https://novoteltorontocentre.com/meetings-events/weddings/For Meetings Visit https://novoteltorontocentre.com/meetings-events/For Social Events Visit https://novoteltorontocentre.com/meetings-events/social-events/

Cafe Nicole - Novotel Toronto Centre

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Offers

Happy Hour Under The Arches

Menu

kid’s menu

love me tender CAD 14.00

grilled cheese CAD 13.00

buttered fettucine CAD 12.00

What 37 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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