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Alo Restaurant

CAN$51 and over

International

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2 people

6 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Innovative
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Alo is an intimate contemporary French restaurant located atop a heritage building in downtown Toronto. Our cuisine is internationally inspired and celebrates the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with a genuine sense of welcome, served as a blind tasting menu by Chef Patrick Kriss.

The Bar at Alo is adjacent to our main dining room and offer à la carte options as well as a shortened seasonal tasting menu.

Alo is outfitted with a private dining room which can welcome parties up to 14 guests.

1 Michelin Star 2022, 2023, 2024
No. 1 by Canada's 100 Best Restaurants five consecutive years since 2017
No. 5 by Canada's 100 Best Bars in their inaugural awards
No. 90 on the 2020 World’s 50 Best Restaurants list
No. 14 on the 2024 Opinionated About Dining North American best restaurants list
No. 58 on the 2020 La Liste world’s best restaurant list

Fine Dining, Tasting Menu, Wine Pairings, Non-Alcoholic Pairings, Private Parties, Celebrations, Romantic Dining

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Executive chef: Patrick Kriss

MICHELIN 1 Star2024
MICHELIN 1 Star2023
MICHELIN 1 Star2022

From the OpenTable editors: Alo is a Toronto essential adept at merging French and Asian flavors on blind multi-course tasting menus that could include rack of lamb with Thai curry or Koshihikari risotto with a porcini emulsion. Add a prime heritage building location, and it’s no wonder this ambitious go-getter landed a MICHELIN star.

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Location
163 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5V 2L6
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
Phone number
(416) 260-2222
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
International, Contemporary Canadian, Canadian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

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Experiences

Dining Room
CAD 225.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us in our dining room for a new tasting menu that features the best ingredients we can source. Our menu is internationally inspired and prepared using classic French technique. Please note that we are unable to accommodate vegan/vegetarian tasting menus, dairy/egg allergies, seafood allergies or aversion to raw meat/seafood. If there are any dietary concerns within your party, please reach out to info@alorestaurant.com at your earliest convenience before booking a reservation. The tasting menu is offered at $225 per guest and does not include beverages, service charge and tax. Cancellations made less than 72 hours in advance will be charged the full price of the tasting menu per guest.
Kitchen Counter
CAD 285.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Our Kitchen Counter features bar-style seating and faces our open kitchen for an engaging dining experience. The Kitchen Counter offers a blind multi-course tasting menu, including luxurious menu items and special courses from our Chefs. Please note that we are unable to accommodate vegan/vegetarian tasting menus, dairy allergies, seafood/shellfish allergies, or aversions to raw meat/seafood. Please reach out to info@alorestaurant.com at your earliest convenience before booking if your party has any dietary restrictions. The kitchen counter tasting menu is offered at $285 per guest and does not include beverages, gratuity or tax. Cancellations made less than 72 hours in advance will be charged the full price of the tasting menu per guest.
Private Dining Room - Tasting Menu
CAD 295.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Alo's private dining room, equipped with its own bar and kitchen, offers a six-course tasting-menu for up to 14 guests. This unique dining experience begins with a cocktail reception featuring a glass of sparkling wine and a trio of canapés. The pricing for this experience is $295 per guest exclusive of beverages, HST & 20% service charge. Wine pairings are available for an additional $125 per guest. Our private dining room is also available to be booked for lunches. Please email us at info@alorestaurant.com for more information. **Please note that we are unable to accommodate most dietary restrictions. We recommend reaching out to us directly at info@alorestaurant.com before booking a reservation to discuss any dietary concerns.**

What 483 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
5Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Toronto / Ontario
Best Service
Toronto / Ontario
Innovative
Toronto / Ontario
International
Old Toronto
Best Overall
Old Toronto
Best Food
Old Toronto
Best Service
Old Toronto
Best Ambience
Old Toronto
Best Value
Old Toronto
Innovative
Old Toronto
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Alo Restaurant offers a "masterclass in modern fine dining" with "impeccable service" and a "beautifully curated ambiance." Guests rave about the "unforgettable tasting menu," featuring creative and seasonal dishes. Despite being "pricey," many agree it's "worth every penny," making Alo "Toronto's pinnacle of fine dining."

483 Reviews

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Peter
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
All round an outstanding experience. Best dining in Toronto.
Alo RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
Dear Peter, thank you for your kind review. We are pleased to hear that you had an outstanding experience. We are excited to welcome you back. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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Tennismao
Houston
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great services. Worthy of Michelin in preparation, presentation, and taste.
Alo RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
Dear Tennismao, we are happy to hear you had a great experience. Thank you for taking the time to share your visit. We look forward to having you join us again. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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Karen
VIP
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best meal, service, and all round dining experience we’ve ever had. Hats off to the whole Alo team.
Alo RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
Dear Karen, thank you for your lovely review. We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience. We will be sure to share your kind comments with the team. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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Matt
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came in somewhat skeptical after feeling underwhelmed with Alobar and Alouette but Alo impressed on all fronts. Alo had incredibly friendly and effective serving staff and noise was kept to a comfortable conversational volume. The food was incredible and service was timed impeccably so you never felt that you were waiting nor rushed. There were zero misses with the plates and at least half of them will go down as all time favourites for myself. The seafood dishes in particular (of which there were many) were well balanced with exceptionally high quality ingredients. 10/10 I plan on going again in the future.
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Nikhil
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Toronto
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is an experience everyone should try once in their life
Alo RestaurantResponded on 25 February 2025
Dear Nikhil, thank you for the kind review. We are pleased to hear that you had a wonderful experience. We look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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Jackson
VIP
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All the staff was beyond perfect , so so good the all the 10 courses were perfect , excited to work for you guys in the future
Alo RestaurantResponded on 25 February 2025
Dear Jackson, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the tasting menu and service. We are excited to have you join us again. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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Jarrett
VIP
Toronto
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had an absolutely amazing time at Alo, everyone on the staff was incredibly kind and professional. Loved being able to get a little insight into seeing the kitchen work and all of the attention to detail everybody focuses on each dish. Yes it is a tad expensive to eat here but worth every single penny
Alo RestaurantResponded on 25 February 2025
Dear Jarrett, we are delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience. We will be sure to share your kind comments with the team and look forward to having you join us again. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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Anojan
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great, service was awesome, and amabiance was good. It was pricey though.
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Janine
VIP
New York City
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great vibe, impeccable service, the food just did not appeal to my palate.
Alo RestaurantResponded on 19 February 2025
Dear Janine, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the overall vibe and service. We would like to note that our menu is subject to change based on seasonal factors and availability of the product. We hope you will consider joining us again when the menu changes. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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Paul
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 18 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A truly five star dining experience. Best meal that my wife and I have ever had. Every course was amazing. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable and seemed to truly like making sure that your dining experience was one to remember. We will be back soon.
Alo RestaurantResponded on 19 February 2025
Dear Paul, we are thrilled to hear that you had a five star dining experience. We appreciate your kind comments and will be sure to share this with the team. We truly look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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Alo Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 483 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

6 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

163 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5V 2L6

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
Phone number
(416) 260-2222
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
International, Contemporary Canadian, Canadian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

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Alo Restaurant

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Private dining

Additional information

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Experiences

Dining Room

Kitchen Counter

Private Dining Room - Tasting Menu

Menu

Tasting Menu

Foie Gras / Tuna / Mackerel

Shima-Aji / Madai / Toro

Dungeness Crab, Black Truffle, Hen Egg, Miso

East Coast Lobster, Brussel Sprout, Cauliflower, Lime

Koshihikari Rice, Dashi, Black Truffle, Shiitake Mushroom, Nori

Hokkaido Scallop, Jamón Ibérico, Artichoke, Razor Clam

Provimi Veal Tenderloin, Black Trumpet Mushroom, Spinach

Loquat & Matcha

Chocolate Tart

What 483 people are saying

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