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La Bartola, Toronto, ON
Award-winning

La Bartola

4.7
4.7
498 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Vegan-friendly
  • Good for special occasions
  • Vegetarian-friendly
In both 2022 and 2023, we received the prestigious Bib Gourmand accolade from the Michelin Guide, making us the first fully plant-based restaurant in Canada to achieve such a distinction.

At La Bartola, we take pride in creating an authentic dining experience from scratch. Our corn-based dishes like handmade tortillas, Oaxacan Tetelas, meticulously crafted from non-GMO heirloom corn and traditional Moles, carry the legacy of ancient recipes passed down through generations.

Every meal we serve is a tribute to the artistry and time-honoured techniques of Mexican cuisine.
Our commitment to using high-quality, traditional ingredients brings flavours to life in unparalleled ways. Each dish tells a story of dedication, honouring the cultural heritage while embracing a plant-based philosophy. 

Join us on a flavorful journey where each bite is a celebration of artisanal craftsmanship, culinary excellence, and the rich legacy of Mexican gastronomy. 

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Vegan, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 792-1550
  • Website
    https://www.labartola.ca/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Iván Castro
  • Catering
    https://www.labartola.ca/catering
  • Private party facilities
    https://www.labartola.ca/contact
  • Location
    588 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1B3
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Area
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine

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Experiences

  • Á la Carte Menu

    Multiple dates available
    By making this reservation you will have the opportunity to enjoy our á la carte menu. If you prefer to experience our tasting menu, please select the Tasting Menu - "Journey to Oaxaca". *La Bartola is a mexican plant based and gluten free restaurant.
    Á la Carte Menu photo

  • Tasting Menu - "Journey to Mexico"

    CAD 50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    * $80 PER PERSON. *We are unable to accommodate allergies or aversions to mushrooms, corn, onion, peppers, garlic, or nuts on this menu. *A NON REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF $50 PER GUEST WILL BE DEDUCTED FROM YOUR FINAL BILL. * TAXES AND GRATUITY (20%) SHOULD BE SETTLED AT THE RESTAURANT. *Please give us as much information as possible about your allergy prior booking your reservation, and we will be in touch if further clarification is required or if we will not be able to safely cook for you.** All sales are final, like with sporting events or concerts. We may reschedule your booking with at least 48 hours' notice, but no changes can be made after that. www.labartola.ca <= Menu
    Tasting Menu - "Journey to Mexico" photo

  • Group Reservation (+5)

    CAD 50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    *Please note that a minimum spend of $60 per guest (before tax and gratuity) applies.* **Just as with attending a sporting event, concert or the theater, all sales are final. We may be able to reschedule your booking to another date with at least 48 hours’ advance notice. After that time we are unable to accommodate changes.**. *Please note that a discreet 20% of gratuity will be automatically added* *This deposit ($50 pp) will be reflected in the final bill, and is not refundable* *One final bill is required *If your table doesn´t reach the minimum spend, a room fee equivalent to the remaining balance will be applied.
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Menu

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What 498 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toronto

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Toronto

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Bartola offers an exceptional vegan dining experience with "amazing plant-based meals" and "creative ingredients." Guests rave about the "beautifully presented" dishes and "outstanding service." The ambiance is "cozy" and "inspired." Known for its "delicious" tacos and "flavourful" moles, La Bartola is a top choice for special occasions and vegan enthusiasts.

498 Reviews

  1. Bev

    Toronto5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is amazing and so unique. I’m sad to see it go. I hope another vegan authentic Mexican place can hopefully open again. The experience tonight was amazing. Truly made our anniversary special. You will be greatly missed.

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  2. iris

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is amazing! Very pricey but honestly so worth it for a special occasion or something, since the food, service and ambience, but especially the food lives up to the price. It is absolutely delicious, creative and a texture and flavour celebration. I love how the creativity is not a mask or a gimmick for the quality of the food. So sad this place is closing, truly one of the best restaurants I've been to in Toronto, and a gem of a vegan place. Good luck to the chef on their next adventures, hopefully they'll open up vegan Mexican food in Toronto again some day!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was fantastic as always. Food and service both perfect.

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  4. StamF VIP

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, the food and service was excellent. It was our 4th time. We will miss La Bartola.

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  5. David

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every course of the tasting menu was unique and delicious. Our server was knowledgeable and charismatic. The restaurant was comfortable and welcoming. Worth everyone penny and calorie.

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  6. Lisa

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent, and the presentation of the seven courses was well-paced, creating a complete and cohesive experience. My guest loved it. The only disappointment was that the restaurant had asked if it was a special occasion, and I confirmed that it was, requesting a small surprise for my guest if possible. Unfortunately, it seems they did not acknowledge the message.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Montreal3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great fun, would have loved to have a chat with the chef

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  8. Michael VIP

    Seattle14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are vegan, and visiting Toronto from out-of-town... the idea of "let's do a Mexican vegan tasting menu when visiting Canada" seemed weird at first, but we absolutely loved the experience and would do it again in a heartbeat. The food is more particularly Oaxacan -- think mole, etc. If you're on the fence about doing Mexican vegan in an area where you wouldn't expect to do so, do it. You'll have a great meal. We particularly highly recommend the tasting menu.

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  9. Megan

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely perfect, LOVED the tasting menu and wine pairing. Delicious, underrated, lovely service- we will be coming back!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Ivan always delivers an amazing gastronomic experience

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FAQs

La Bartola is rated 4.7 stars by 498 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for La Bartola

588 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1B3

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Area
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Vegan, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Iván Castro
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.labartola.ca/
  • Phone number
    (416) 792-1550
  • Catering
    https://www.labartola.ca/catering
  • Private party facilities
    https://www.labartola.ca/contact

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