Essence Bistro

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   Kelvin

   Toronto

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had the valentines menu. Everything tasted wonderful. Was able to accommodate food restrictions on the set menu. Would definitely come again.
   

   Essence BistroResponded 2 days ago

   Thank you for spending your Valentine’s with us, Kelvin! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the menu and that we could accommodate your dietary needs. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful experience!
   

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   Michelle

   Unspecified

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 8 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing food Amazing service It really is a hidden gem
   

   Essence BistroResponded 2 days ago

   Thank you for your wonderful review, Michelle! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, service, and the hidden gem experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Lauren

   Toronto

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 8 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always happy when we dine here. It’s a family staple now :)
   

   Essence BistroResponded 2 days ago

   Hi Lauren, Thank you for your kind words! It means so much to us that Essence Bistro has become a family staple for you. We always love having you and look forward to many more wonderful meals together!
   

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   Ben

   Toronto

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 1 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Ridiculous as always, Vusal is a god amongst men!!!
   

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   Essence BistroResponded 2 days ago

   Thank you for your amazing review, Ben! We’re thrilled you had such a fantastic experience, and Chef Vusal will be honored by your kind words. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable meal!
   

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   John

   Toronto

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 26 January 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Nice atmosphere good decor good food pleasant experience
   

   Essence BistroResponded on 8 February 2025

   Hi John, Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed the atmosphere, décor, and food. It’s wonderful to hear you had a pleasant experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Isabella

   Toronto

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 25 January 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Essence was beautiful, the ambience was definitely the highlight of my experience there. It was very aesthetic, and gave a cozy vibe. The design of the restaurant definitely felt like we were in Europe. The burrata was AMAZING!! I also ordered the muscles - which wasn’t my favourite but they were served very nicely.
   

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   Essence BistroResponded on 8 February 2025

   Thank you for your feedback, Isabella! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the ambiance and aesthetic of Essence Bistro, and that the burrata was a highlight for you! We appreciate your honesty about the mussels and will take your thoughts into consideration. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back for another great experience soon!
   

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   Nick

   Toronto

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 23 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Such a great meal chef and staff were great to us!
   

   Essence BistroResponded on 24 January 2025

   Thank you for your kind words, Nick! We’re delighted you had a great meal and that our chef and staff made your experience special. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another wonderful visit!
   

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   Laura

   Toronto

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 16 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My friend and I had dinner at Essence a were throughly impressed by the excellence of the taste and presentation of the food and also the service ! Definitely going back
   

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   Essence BistroResponded on 26 January 2025

   Thank you for your lovely review, Laura! We’re delighted to hear you and your friend enjoyed the taste, presentation, and service during your visit. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another excellent dining experience!
   

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   savanh

   Toronto

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 4 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent service and amazing food. Must have the eggplant as appetizer very unique. The duck is delightful!
   

   Essence BistroResponded on 24 January 2025

   Thank you for your kind review, Savanh! We’re so glad you enjoyed the excellent service and amazing food. The eggplant appetizer and the duck are both favorites of ours, and we’re thrilled to hear they impressed you. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful experience soon!
   

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    Joseph

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    10/10 Amazing food. The duck was delicious. I absolutely loved it all
    

    Essence BistroResponded on 24 January 2025

    Thank you for your review, Joseph! We're thrilled to hear you loved the duck and had such an enjoyable experience. We look forward to welcoming you back for more delicious meals soon!
    

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