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O - iSLAS Filipino BBQ & Bar, Toronto, ON

iSLAS Filipino BBQ & Bar

4.8
4.8
32 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Filipino

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 1 time today
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
iSLAS means Islands, a Filipino restaurant located in Parkdale, Toronto. The name “iSLAS” represents the 7,641 islands that make up the Philippines. Filipino cuisine is a blend of Austronesian, Malay, Chinese, Spanish, American, and indigenous influences. The flavors are a combination of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. Vinegar is a common ingredient, and dishes like Adobo are popular. Rice is a staple and is served with various meat, fish, stew, soup, and vegetable dishes. Filipino meals are communal and informal, and traditional meals include breakfast, lunch, dinner, and meriénda (afternoon snack). While utensils like forks, knives, and spoons are used, the primary utensils at a Filipino dining table are the spoon and fork. Eating with hands, known as “kamayan,” is also a traditional practice. iSLAS aims to introduce Filipino cuisine and hospitality to Toronto, and invites guests to embark on a culinary adventure to savor the diverse and flavorful Filipino dishes.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Filipino, Barbecue, Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 533-0777
  • Website
    http://www.islasto.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Marc Buenaventura
  • Private party facilities
    Book your private event with us, email info@islasto.com for inquiries.
  • Location
    1690 Queen St, Toronto, ON M6R 1B3
  • Area
    Roncesvalles
  • Cross Street
    Queen Street West and Roncesvalles
  • Parking details
    Green P and Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Roncesvalles Ave At Queen St West
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Menu

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What 32 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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iSLAS Filipino BBQ & Bar offers an "unforgettable culinary experience" with delicious food, a warm ambiance, and friendly staff. Guests enjoy authentic Filipino flavors with a modern twist, including standout dishes like the Boodeli feast and kare kare. The fun-loving atmosphere is enhanced with karaoke, making it a must-visit spot.

32 Reviews

  1. jes

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love Isla’s! It’s a long time Parkdale community treasure. My parents came to visit me for christmas from my hometown and though they grew up in Toronto when they were young, they are in their 70s now and don’t know where to go for lovely places to eat and enjoy themselves, as the city has changed a lot My mother worked for a long time at Womens College Hospital and then Mount Sinai and had many Filipino friends with whom she used to have pot luck dinners, which I did not know. She was so excited to have lumpia and pancit again! My lomi egg soup was incredible, and my dad’s short ribs were perfection and we all enjoyed the fresh oysters and empanadas My brother died last year, and this was our first christmas together since his passing and you made it so special. We will all be coming back ♥️

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  2. steve

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love this restaurant. The staff is very welcoming and friendly. The food is delicious. Great list of cocktails and mocktails. Best part is, during dinner, diners (and staff) can participate in karaoke right at their table. Makes for a really fun and unique experience. Different diners from opposite ends of the restaurant would partake in a duet..Had a great time! Oh, and the desserts were amazing

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  3. Johnny

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 October 2024

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

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My new favourite restaurant! From the minute my friends and I walked in, the staff were friendly and throughout the night the staff ensured my friends and I were satisfied with our experience there. You can also tell that all the customers were either returning customers or new customers that will be returning back. The food was delicious, we had kare kare bagnet, chicken bbq, ukoy salad, and cassava cake. If you want to have good time and good food; come here!

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  5. Bon Joseph

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always have a good meal at iSLAS! Staple for me.

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  6. Samir

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently visited iSLAS Filipino BBQ & Bar in Toronto, and it was an unforgettable culinary experience! From the moment you walk in, the warm ambiance and friendly staff make you feel right at home. This is the go-to spot for anyone wanting to explore authentic Filipino flavors with a modern twist.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 19 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great value but wouldn’t say it’s the most authentic Filipino food.

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  8. Melissa

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve come here many times before and usually always do the Boodeli feast. It’s so good every time, and staff is always friendly.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best dinner experience. Delicious

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  10. Omnomnom247

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 2 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We had high hopes for the sisig, but it could’ve used more heat (sili/chili) and onions. The kare kare was delicious and made me think of my mom’s cooking. Had the Samargarita and Ube Colada cocktails. The Samargarita was a tasty take on a margarita and the ube colada was good too, but lacked ube flavor I was looking for. I was hoping it was like the one I’d had in El Nido, but alas, fell short. The service is what you’d expect at a restaurant in the Philippines, you signal when you need assistance, but if you’re looking for your typical American type of service (can’t speak to Canadian restaurants as we mainly did ethnic restaurants on our trip), not quite up to par.

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FAQs

iSLAS Filipino BBQ & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 533-0777.

iSLAS Filipino BBQ & Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 32 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
7:00 pm
Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for iSLAS Filipino BBQ & Bar

1690 Queen St, Toronto, ON M6R 1B3

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Queen Street West and Roncesvalles
  • Area
    Roncesvalles
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Filipino, Barbecue, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Green P and Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Roncesvalles Ave At Queen St West
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Marc Buenaventura
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.islasto.com/
  • Phone number
    (416) 533-0777
  • Private party facilities
    Book your private event with us, email info@islasto.com for inquiries.
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