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Lena Restaurante

4.4
4.4
2833 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
South American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 80 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Chef Anthony Walsh is the driving force behind Leña, a stylish homage to South American cuisine, with unique Spanish and Italian influences. Named after Chef Walsh’s mother-in-law, Elena, from whom he draws a wealth of culinary inspiration, Leña spans three floors at the Saks Fifth Avenue flagship store at Yonge & Richmond.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    South American, Argentinean, Spanish
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Bar Mon, Tue 11:45 am–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:45 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:45 am–12:00 am Dinner Mon, Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 507-3378
  • Website
    http://www.lenarestaurante.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Leña’s private dining rooms and semi-private dining space are ideal for intimate dinners, breakfast meetings and everything in between. Gather around the table for a family-style feast or traditional plated meal, inspired by the vibrant and rich culture of South America.
  • Private party contact
    lenapdr@oliverbonacini.com: (416) 507-3378
  • Location
    176 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M5C 2L7
  • Area
    Financial District
  • Cross Street
    Richmond Street
  • Parking details
    Underground paid parking available at the Yonge and Shuter Parkade or Nathan Phillips Square Garage at Queen and Bay.
  • Public transit
    Queen Street Subway Station, walk South along Yonge Street<br />King Street Subway Stations, walk North along Yonge Street
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
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Experiences

  • Bar Bites

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in tasty bar bites that always deliver on flavour! Kindly note that our menu is limited to this selection from 2:30–4:45pm. From crispy yuca fries to our crowd favourite Leña bacon burger, there are plenty of enjoyable options for everyone at the table. Join us for a mid-day pick-me-up and don't forget to stack your experience with Happy Hour drinks from 2:30-5pm!
    Bar Bites photo

  • New Year's Eve

    CAD 99.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Add a little Latin flair to your New Year’s Eve celebration! Join us on Sunday, December 31 from 5pm for a four-course prix fixe dinner and enjoy a delicious celebratory spread for $99. Executive Chef Doug Penfold has crafted an exclusive menu of flavour-packed favourites and special selections for a delightful culinary finale to 2024. As you soak in our dining room’s Art Deco vibes and boisterous energy, make sure to treat yourself to a handcrafted cocktail or bottle of bubbly and join us as we cheers to the year ahead!
    New Year's Eve photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Sat - 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Join us for a round of wallet-friendly drinks at Leña every Monday to Saturday from 2:30–6pm! Take a seat in our Insta-worthy bar, or grab a table in the dining room and check out our bar bites menu on offer daily throughout happy hour.

    Happy Hour photo

  • Saturday Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Sat - 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Whether you’re shopping up an appetite at the Eaton Centre, or getting friends together for a weekend catch up, we invite you to grab a table at Leña on Saturdays from 11:00am–2:30pm for one the best brunches in downtown Toronto! From savoury breakfast empanadas to sweet French toast with a dulce de leche twist and even a full gaucho breakfast for extra hungry visitors, our South American-inspired brunch menu with Spanish and Italian influences has something to suit every style.

    Saturday Brunch photo

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What 2,833 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
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lena Restaurante offers a vibrant atmosphere perfect for celebrating special occasions. Diners frequently praise the "amazing steak" and "exceptional service." The menu features flavorful dishes with a Latin twist, though some wish for more vegan options. The setting is charming, making it ideal for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings.

2,833 Reviews

  1. nancy

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great food and service, my 1st time there and me and my guest both enjoyed it very much went on a busy lunch so it was loud but did quiet down as people left

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  2. William

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an absolutely amazing meal at Lena. The food and service were impeccable.

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  3. Elaine

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lẽna’s is one of our favourite restaurants in Toronto and often stay close by so we can eat there. The food is really good and the cocktails are yummy. The service is excellent. We arrived half an hour early for our reservation but they were able to accommodate us. Always a pleasure to dine here.

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  4. Christine

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first experience here the food was outstanding with a great value. The staff were very friendly and attentive. They have a small menu but there is something for everyone and the portions are worth the value. Food was prepared very quickly which is nice as this is situated in the theatre entertainment district and even if you are on a timeline you will not wait long Would highly recommend and will definitely be back.

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  5. Jacob

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent service. Food was great. You do feel a bit crowded for the tables close to the door, new arrivals tend to congregate between you and the bar. Overall good experience, I would definitely eat here again! Our server was excellent!

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  6. Sylvia

    Toronto

    108 reviews

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    3.0

    108 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    This lunch at Lena was far better - in every way - than the first dinner I had at Lena long ago. The service was impeccable, the vibe was relaxed and happy on a Saturday afternoon, and the music was South American and lively. My friend and I shared a great salad - the one with avocado, peas and orange slices in it - and I had the salmon over butter beans. The salmon was cooked to perfection with a super crunchy skin. I hate butter beans so they were left on the plate. My friend had the short ribs over mashed potatoes and raved about them. My dessert was 2 shortbread cookies (4 really as they had a dolce de leche middle) and my friend ordered the churros (one order was def enough for more than one person). We had a perfect lunch and I'll definitely be back again soon.

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  7. Katie

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything we ordered was on point. Steak tartare , fantastic. Monkfish ceviche, so flavourful and amazing texture. My husband loved his veal chop , while I loved his yuca fries and my Mahi Mahi was amazing. Our server was great, the wine was delicious and the atmosphere was impeccable. We will return many more times .

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  8. Jason

    Montreal

    10 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Terrible restaurant Was much better years ago Food was inedible

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  9. Leonora

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was ok but nothing exceptional, a glass of red wine for $29 way over price!

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  10. Maryse

    London

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun place for Happy Hour and/or dinner, food is delicious.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Lena Restaurante using the Order Online button.

Lena Restaurante is rated 4.4 stars by 2833 OpenTable diners.

Lena Restaurante does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 80 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Lena Restaurante

176 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M5C 2L7

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Richmond Street
  • Area
    Financial District
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Bar Mon, Tue 11:45 am–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:45 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:45 am–12:00 am Dinner Mon, Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    South American, Argentinean, Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Underground paid parking available at the Yonge and Shuter Parkade or Nathan Phillips Square Garage at Queen and Bay.
  • Public transit
    Queen Street Subway Station, walk South along Yonge StreetKing Street Subway Stations, walk North along Yonge Street
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.lenarestaurante.com/
  • Phone number
    (416) 507-3378
  • Private party facilities
    Leña’s private dining rooms and semi-private dining space are ideal for intimate dinners, breakfast meetings and everything in between. Gather around the table for a family-style feast or traditional plated meal, inspired by the vibrant and rich culture of South America.
  • Private party contact
    lenapdr@oliverbonacini.com: (416) 507-3378
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