EST Restaurant

Name: EST Restaurant
Address: 729 Queen St E, Toronto, ON, Canada, M4M 1H1
Telephone: (416) 465-3707
Price range: CAN$51 and over
Rating: 4.4

4.4

58 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary French

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2 people

25 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Fancy
Good for special occasions

ēst Restaurant in Riverside, Toronto, is a vibrant destination offering a sophisticated dining experience rooted in French and Italian culinary traditions. Located on the iconic Queen Street East, ēst prides itself on a seasonally rotating menu crafted from locally sourced ingredients, focusing on simple yet elevated dishes. Our chefs bring out the best in each ingredient, blending classic techniques with innovative flavors to deliver an unforgettable meal.

The bar at ēst features a thoughtfully curated selection of exclusive wines, craft cocktails, and specialty drinks, perfect for pairing with your meal or enjoying as part of a social night out. Whether you’re visiting for dinner or brunch, our team ensures a warm and inviting atmosphere, ideal for both intimate gatherings and lively group dinners.

Indulge in a culinary journey at ēst – a Riverside gem known for refined cuisine, exceptional service, and an atmosphere that captures the heart of Toronto’s Queen Street East.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary French, Contemporary Canadian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of Operation
Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 465-3707
Website
http://www.estrestaurant.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Jordan Diniz
Catering
ēst restaurant is available 7 days a week for catering. We can accommodate a breakfast, lunch or dinner. Please email contact@estrestaurant.ca to learn more.
Private party facilities
ēst restaurant buyout is available 7 days a week. We can accommodate a breakfast, lunch or dinner event. Please note that all evening events conclude at 1:00am. Our restaurant has a maximum capacity of 30 people. Please email contact@estrestaurant.ca to learn more.

Location
729 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1H1
Area
Leslieville / Riverdale
Cross Street
Queeen Street East/ Broadview Ave
Parking details
Public Parking
Public transit
Subway at Broadview Station 504 Streetcar at Queen St. E and Broadview Ave501 Streetcar at Queen St. E and Broadview Ave
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

ēst Tasting Menu
CAD 109.00 per person
Multiple dates available
The Menu: Burrata & Caviar Gioella Burrata Pugliese, Ossetra Caviar, honey, Blackbird sourdough (GFO) - Charred Octopus honey glaze, yuzu caviar, black garlic, tarragon, squid ink (GF) - Braised Beef Short Rib 12-hour braise, broccolini, pomme purée, red wine glaze (GF) - Roasted Banana Gelato caramelized white chocolate, banana peel, streusel crumb (GF) (VG) - Mignardise 109 per person Wine Pairing 75 per person
Tuesdays:$1 oysters | 25%off Bottles of Bubbles
Multiple dates available
Join us every Tuesday for Buck-a-Shuck, where you can enjoy fresh, delicious oysters for just $1 each! Pair your oysters with a bottle of any sparkling wine, and receive 25% off each bottle. This perfect pairing makes for an elevated dining experience at ēst. Don't miss out on this weekly treat!
Wednesdays: 50% off All Bottles of Wine
Multiple dates available
Join us every Wednesday at ēst for 50% off all bottles of wine. It's the perfect opportunity to explore our diverse selection and find the ideal pairing for your meal. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or simply looking to unwind, this midweek special offers exceptional value and an elevated dining experience.

Pluck TeaCAD 4.75
Coffee:
Drip CoffeeCAD 4.50
freshly brewed (bottomless)
EspressoCAD 4.50
AmericanoCAD 5.00
double espresso over hot water
CappuccinoCAD 5.75
double espresso with foamed milk
LatteCAD 5.75
double espresso with steamed milk
Flavoured LatteCAD 6.25
choice of vanilla, pistachio, caramel or chai
Baileys CoffeeCAD 14.75
double espresso with steamed milk, 1 oz. Baileys liquor

For groups of 6 or more, a 20% gratuity + applicable taxes will be added to the final bill

To ensure a smooth dining experience for all guests, we kindly request that bill splitting is limited to a maximum of four ways. Unfortunately, we are unable to split individual items onto separate bills. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to our billing policy.

WeeklySpecials

Tuesday: Buck-a-Shuck | 25% off Bottles of Sparkling Wine
Wednesdays: 50% off All Bottles of Wine
Thursdays: Buck-a-Shuck | 25% off Bottles of Sparkling Wine
Saturday & Sundays: Weekend Brunch 11AM-3PM

Appetizers

Parmesan Truffle FriesCAD 13.00
Black Garlic Aioli
Caesar SaladCAD 17.00
kale, prosciutto, parm, sourdough croutons (CP) (GFO)
Steak TartareCAD 23.00
3oz beef tenderloin, egg yolk, tarragon, Blackbird sourdough (GFO)
- 6ozCAD 44.00
Freshly Shucked OystersCAD 23.00
fresh horseradish, mignonette, lemon, fermented hot sauce
- 1 DozenCAD 44.00
Burrata & CaviarCAD 45.00
Gioiella Burrata Pugliese, Ossetra Caviar, honey, Blackbird sourdough (GFO)
Caviar ServiceCAD 99.00
30g Ossetra Caviar, blini, chives, crème fraiche, shallot, cured egg

Breakfast

French ToastCAD 17.00
brioche, wild blueberries compote, sweetened mascarpone, candied pecans (VG)
Truffle Grilled CheeseCAD 19.00
challah, brie, mozzarella, prosciutto, mushrooms, truffle honey, caesar salad (GFO) (CP)
Est BreakfastCAD 21.00
two sunny side-up eggs, choice of peameal bacon, maple bacon, sausage or sautéed mushrooms, home fries, croissant (GFO)
Eggs BenedictCAD 21.00
croissant, poached eggs, brown butter hollandaise, home fries, choice of peameal bacon, smoked salmon or sautéed mushrooms, 12 hour braised beef short rib +5
Chicken & WafflesCAD 23.00
Belgian waffles, buttermilk fried boneless chicken thighs, prosciutto, whiskey maple crème anglaise (CP)

Entrees

Roasted Arctic CharCAD 37.00
miso celeriac purée, cauliflower, buttermilk basil sauce (GF)
Duck ConfitCAD 39.00
fingerling potatoes, honeycrust squash, pancetta, duck jus (CP)(GF)
Canéstri Alla VodkaCAD 29.00
spicy rose sauce, burrata, pangrattato, basil oil (VG) (GFO)
Mushroom Truffle FettuccineCAD 33.00
mushroom deluxe, shaved truffles, parmesan (VG) (VO) (GFO)
Carbonara RigatoniCAD 35.00
pancetta, truffle burrata, black pepper, shaved truffles (CP) (GFO)
Lobster AgnolottiCAD 39.00
Champagne butter, fermented garlic scapes, fennel pollen, lobster oil
Contains Pork (CP), Vegan (V), Vegetarian (VG), Gluten-Free (GF), Gluten-Free Option (GFO), Caffeine-Free (CF)

Cocktails

MimosaCAD 13.00
peach, mango, orange, pineapple, cranberry, grapefruit
Est Group MimosaCAD 60.00
750ml bottle sparkling, choice of juice: peach, mango, orange, pineapple, cranberry, grapefruit
Sunrise MimosaCAD 13.50
prosecco, mango juice, grenadine
CaesarCAD 14.00
Absolut vodka, Clamato, Tabasco, worcestershire
Strange LoveCAD 18.00
Olmeca Altos Reposado Tequila, ginger beer, raspberry, lime, mint
Forbidden FruitCAD 18.00
Bumbu Rum, Cassis, Luxardo Amaretto + Maraschino Liqueur, egg white
Almost FamousCAD 18.00
Empress 1908 Gin, McGuinness Triple Sec, lavender, lime, egg white
Beauty School DropoutCAD 18.00
Violet Liqueur, Tanqueray Gin, Viva Vitev Cava Brut Seleccio
Lost in ParisCAD 18.00
Classic Lychee Martini, Absolut Vodka, Soho liqueur

Cold Pressed Juices

B WellCAD 9.00
beet, carrot, apple, lemon, ginger
C WellCAD 9.00
carrot, orange, blackberry, turmeric
Well GreensCAD 9.00
spinach, kale, apple, celery, lemon, ginger
Well OJCAD 9.00
100% orange juice

Drinks

JuicesCAD 4.00
orange, cranberry, pineapple, grapefruit, mango, peach, lemonade

Zero - Proof

The Good LifeCAD 9.00
ginger beer, blackberry, lime, mint
Morning DewCAD 18.00
Seedlip Garden 108, mint, club soda
Up All NightCAD 18.00
Espresso Martini Mocktail, Seedlip Spice 94, espresso
Light WaveCAD 9.00
Barbet low sugar sparkling water, cucumber, pineapple, lavender
Heineken 0.0CAD 9.00
non alcoholic beer (330ml)

Beer & Cider

Stella ArtoisCAD 9.00
Bottles & Cans (330ml) 5%
Eastbound Backpacker Blonde AleCAD 9.00
Bottles & Cans (355ml) 5.2%
Eastbound Smash IPACAD 9.00
Bottles & Cans (355ml) 4.4%
Eastbound Street Riverdale Gold LagerCAD 9.00
Bottles & Cans (355ml) 4.3%
HeinekenCAD 11.00
Draft (16oz.) 4.7%
Birra MorettiCAD 10.00
Draft (16oz.) 4.6%
Strongbow 'Original Dry' CiderCAD 12.00
Cider (500ml) 5.3%
Draft
- Heineken (16oz.) 4.7%CAD 11.00
- Birra Moretti (16oz.) 4.6%CAD 10.00
CiderCAD 12.00
Strongbow ‘Original Dry’ Cider (500ml) 5.3%

What 58 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

58 Reviews

C
Christine
Toronto
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I found the food to be fairly mediocre. My steak was overdone. They offered to cook another, but I couldn’t be bothered. They comped me for the overdone steak with free Brussel sprouts. The sprouts were a bit underdone. The decor is contemporary but warm. However, the lighting could do well with a dimmer. I think it's wildly overpriced for what they're serving. I will have to check their menu for brunch. It's hard to mess up. But if their pricing is crazy, I probably wouldn't return.
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Larissa
Toronto
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
10 out of 10! Thank you for making our evening so special
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Jeff
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The service was a bit cold, and "off". My 8.5 month (very clearly) pregnant wife was offered both oysters and alcohol. We ended up ordering two zero alcohol beers, which we had expected to be served in the containers that stated no alcohol, but they came in glasses, pre-poured. We asked to verify that there was no alcohol, and got a very short and terse reply. The entryway was gusty and let the weather in - it was in the low single digits temperature wise, and got cold fast when people entered and left. Food was great.
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Katie
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent spot for a date night, food was delicious! Also had a great cocktail.
EST RestaurantResponded on 31 October 2024
Dear Katie, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your date night with us and found our food and cocktails to be delicious. It means a lot to our team to receive such positive feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful evening soon! Best, Jordan Owner/Chef
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Ryerson
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We dined there on October 21st, and it was a great experience. The tasting menu was amazing and very good value. Our server was also wonderful, I can't remember her name, unfortunately, but she was Irish with red hair. Absolutely lovely person. Made us feel very welcome for our anniversary. Can't recommend enough.
EST RestaurantResponded on 31 October 2024
Dear Ryerson, Thank you for celebrating your anniversary with us on October 21st! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed our tasting menu and found it to be great value. I’m especially pleased to know that our server made such a positive impression—our team strives to create a welcoming atmosphere, and it’s wonderful to hear that she contributed to your special day. Thank you for your high recommendation, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience! Best wishes, Jordan Owner/Chef
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Matt
Toronto
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on 8 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Glad we went back, first tried this place a few years ago and loved it. Some changes but the food is still fabulous and the cocktails are great...
EST RestaurantResponded on 31 October 2024
Dear Matt, Thank you for returning to our restaurant! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit and found our food and cocktails to be fabulous. It’s wonderful to have loyal guests like you who appreciate the changes we’ve made over the years. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Best, Jordan Owner/Chef
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Diane
Toronto
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 6 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my second time here. Great food and exception service - would definitely go back!
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Ran
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 20 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went in for dinner on a Tuesday, not a lot of people inside. One of the best confit duck I've had in Toronto, with generous portion and very reasonable price tag to it. Would recommend.
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Natasha
Toronto
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 18 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We needed a last minute reservation in the East and I thought of Est where we had dined twice before. The food was delicious, each plate well spaced between the next to enjoy and share among the 8 of us. The flavours were there, the dishes were hot and fresh, and for the first time I tried the deserts and they were impressive. We ordered both the chocolate cake and the cheese cake which were perfect. During the night, we ordered the crispy cauliflower, the tuna tartare, the foie gras, the burrata, the Cesar salad and as main course we took the carbonara, the steak, the short ribs and the arctic char plus the brocollini which were a hit. All delicious. We will be back!
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Sarah
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 4 August 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We went for the tasting menu and the food was good albiet a bit uncreative. I would have liked for the servers to explain a bit more (or at all) about the dishes that were being brought out as I was looking for more of a special dining experience for a special occasion. Overall a pretty middle-of-the-road experience that didn't feel worth the high price tag.
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FAQs

EST Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 465-3707.

EST Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 58 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

25 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

729 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1H1

Additional information

Cross Street
Queeen Street East/ Broadview Ave
Area
Leslieville / Riverdale
Hours of Operation
Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary French, Contemporary Canadian, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Parking
Public transit
Subway at Broadview Station 504 Streetcar at Queen St. E and Broadview Ave501 Streetcar at Queen St. E and Broadview Ave
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jordan Diniz
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.estrestaurant.ca/
Phone number
(416) 465-3707
Catering
ēst restaurant is available 7 days a week for catering. We can accommodate a breakfast, lunch or dinner. Please email contact@estrestaurant.ca to learn more.
Private party facilities
ēst restaurant buyout is available 7 days a week. We can accommodate a breakfast, lunch or dinner event. Please note that all evening events conclude at 1:00am. Our restaurant has a maximum capacity of 30 people. Please email contact@estrestaurant.ca to learn more.

EST Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

ēst Tasting Menu

Tuesdays:$1 oysters | 25%off Bottles of Bubbles

Wednesdays: 50% off All Bottles of Wine

Hot Beverages

Pluck TeaCAD 4.75

Coffee:

Drip CoffeeCAD 4.50

EspressoCAD 4.50

AmericanoCAD 5.00

CappuccinoCAD 5.75

LatteCAD 5.75

Flavoured LatteCAD 6.25

Baileys CoffeeCAD 14.75

For groups of 6 or more, a 20% gratuity + applicable taxes will be added to the final bill

WeeklySpecials

Tuesday: Buck-a-Shuck | 25% off Bottles of Sparkling Wine

Wednesdays: 50% off All Bottles of Wine

Thursdays: Buck-a-Shuck | 25% off Bottles of Sparkling Wine

Saturday & Sundays: Weekend Brunch 11AM-3PM

Appetizers

Parmesan Truffle FriesCAD 13.00

Caesar SaladCAD 17.00

Steak TartareCAD 23.00

Freshly Shucked OystersCAD 23.00

Burrata & CaviarCAD 45.00

Caviar ServiceCAD 99.00

Breakfast

French ToastCAD 17.00

Truffle Grilled CheeseCAD 19.00

Est BreakfastCAD 21.00

Eggs BenedictCAD 21.00

Chicken & WafflesCAD 23.00

Entrees

Roasted Arctic CharCAD 37.00

Duck ConfitCAD 39.00

Canéstri Alla VodkaCAD 29.00

Mushroom Truffle FettuccineCAD 33.00

Carbonara RigatoniCAD 35.00

Lobster AgnolottiCAD 39.00

Contains Pork (CP), Vegan (V), Vegetarian (VG), Gluten-Free (GF), Gluten-Free Option (GFO), Caffeine-Free (CF)

Cocktails

MimosaCAD 13.00

Est Group MimosaCAD 60.00

Sunrise MimosaCAD 13.50

CaesarCAD 14.00

Strange LoveCAD 18.00

Forbidden FruitCAD 18.00

Almost FamousCAD 18.00

Beauty School DropoutCAD 18.00

Lost in ParisCAD 18.00

Cold Pressed Juices

B WellCAD 9.00

C WellCAD 9.00

Well GreensCAD 9.00

Well OJCAD 9.00

Drinks

JuicesCAD 4.00

Zero - Proof

The Good LifeCAD 9.00

Morning DewCAD 18.00

Up All NightCAD 18.00

Light WaveCAD 9.00

Heineken 0.0CAD 9.00

Beer & Cider

Stella ArtoisCAD 9.00

Eastbound Backpacker Blonde AleCAD 9.00

Eastbound Smash IPACAD 9.00

Eastbound Street Riverdale Gold LagerCAD 9.00

HeinekenCAD 11.00

Birra MorettiCAD 10.00

Strongbow 'Original Dry' CiderCAD 12.00

Draft

CiderCAD 12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does EST Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?