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Madrina Bar y Tapas, Toronto, ON
Award-winning

Madrina Bar y Tapas

4.4
4.4
1335 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Catalan

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2 people
9:00 pm
Booked 60 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Charming
Welcome to Madrina, where we focus on seasonal products and authentic ingredients from Spain to reimagine a menu that marries innovation and fun with Barcelona classics.

Our 37ft bar serves sangria, cocktails, and traditional tapas. In true Catalonian fashion, the bar features a ham carving station and a Spanish-style glass display case with cold bar delicacies. The open kitchen provides a window into the work from the brilliant team behind the menu, offering modern interpretations of traditional Catalonian tapas.

We are proud to be the first restaurant in Canada to earn the coveted "Restaurants from Spain" certification, identifying Madrina for the use of authentic Spanish ingredients and techniques. We are also thrilled to have been part of the Michelin Guide in 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Our wine list showcases many beautiful Spanish grape varieties and regions, including some indigenous grapes, while our famed cocktail list features wonderfully creative cocktails.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Catalan, Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 548-8055
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Distillery District
  • Cross Street
    Distillery Lane and Trinity St., accessible from Parliament and Cherry St.
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Public transit
    Distillery Historic District<br /><br />Directions: Take the 504 King streetcar eastbound to Parliament Street or take the 65 Parliament bus southbound to King Street. Proceed south on Parliament Street to Mill Street, then proceed east on Mill Street.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

What 1,335 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Madrina Bar y Tapas offers an exceptional dining experience with "delicious tapas, wonderful service, and a lively environment." Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "gorgeous decor," making it a perfect spot for a memorable night out. The "creative menu" and "excellent service" ensure a delightful visit, despite some reviews mentioning high prices and small portions.

1,335 Reviews
  1. Lynda

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing restaurant! The food was excellent and we couldn’t ask for better service.

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  2. cathys

    New York City

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful venue, love the ambience. Food was disappointing - it was bland and just not very tasty.

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  3. Stephanie

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My second time dinning here and it never disappoints. The food is impeccable and the service is top notch. If you haven't tried it you MUST. I can't wait to go back!

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Emerie

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it. Great service and loved the presentation as we had the tasting menu.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Daniela

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was not good, the service was slow even though it was not busy, and during the Christmas market, the entrance was fully blocked. My boyfriend and I went because it’s on the Michelin guide and it had great reviews but were extremely disappointed.
    Madrina Bar y TapasResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for giving us a try Daniela and for your feedback. We are deeply saddened that it seems your overall experience with us failed to meet your expectations. We encourage guests to speak to a manager about any concerns they have during their visit so we have the opportunity to turn things around in the moment. Please know that we would have been happy to replace anything that wasn't to your liking. That said, know we have taken your feedback very seriously and will be passing it along for review. That said, we would love to encourage you to let us create a better experience for you in the future, should you choose to dine with us again. Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  6. Hazel

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The beginning of my groups experience at Madrina Bar y Tapas had a glitch (which was our reservation mistake), we had 1 extra person in our party and the restaurant was full to capacity (first weekend of Winter Village, Taylor Swift was in town and the Leafs had a home game) so fire regulations restricted their ability to add a chair to the table and after seeing their stunning interior, I absolutely agree that a chair was not an option! The staff bent over backwards to accommodate us, and allowed the smaller group to sit and have cocktails while waiting for a larger table to become available. The patio bar staff were exceptionally compassionate and the table service was remarkably. Of the 19 or 20 dishes that were ordered, we found that there were a couple that lack lustre. The TORTILLA DE PATATAS were under cooked, the outer edges were to perfection, the interiors were too moist making it quite a mushy texture, neither one was eaten fully. We found the PA AMB TOMÀQUET to be on the bland side, our personal preferences are for strong flavours which we found in all the other dishes offered. The cocktails were incredible and the ambiance of the restaurant is spectacular.
    Madrina Bar y TapasResponded 6 days ago
    Hazel, we truly appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your detailed review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed most of your dishes and that our servers did all they could to accommodate your party. We are also thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Cocktails and Our Restaurants Ambiance. Please come back soon for more delicious food and tasty drinks. Best Regards Stuart K.

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  7. patrick

    New York City

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Get the ham. GET. THE. HAM. The ham made me weep.
    Madrina Bar y TapasResponded 6 days ago
    Patrick, thank you for this 5 Star Review and for your recommendation. Yes "Get The Ham"! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal so much and look forward to seeing you back again soon. Best Regards Stuart K.

    2 people found this helpful

  8. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience, delicious food, super friendly staff! Special thanks to Kai and hosts 🙏💙
    Madrina Bar y TapasResponded on 15 November 2024
    Thank you for your review of our restaurant. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed our delicious food and "super Friendly Staff". We are delighted that Kai and our Hosts added that additional flair to your experience and will be sure to pass this along. Please come back any time. Best Regards Stuart K.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Or

    Seattle

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great cocktails and atmosphere, but the food wasn't something to write home about. I had high expectations but found the restaurant to not be worth the hype.
    Madrina Bar y TapasResponded on 4 November 2024
    Thank you for giving us a try and for your review. While we are delighted that you enjoyed our cocktails and the atmosphere of our restaurant, we are disappointed that our food did not hit high on your expectations. We assure you that our Chef and team put a lot of care and consideration when sharing comforting and delicious cuisine. Please know, we would have loved to replace anything that wasn’t to your liking. That being said, we hope we can impress you more the next time you choose to treat yourself. Best Regards, Stuart K

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  10. Judi

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious! Our Turkish delight server Altays recommendations were on point. We had the lobster, shrimp croquettas, oysters and some amazing cocktails made by Marianne. This place is a must if you’re in the distillery district or plan to go there! Five stars everytime!
    Madrina Bar y TapasResponded on 29 October 2024
    Judi, thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed our service and our food. Your kind words motivate us to keep delivering exceptional experiences. We appreciate your support and can’t wait to welcome you back for more delicious tapas! Kindly, Stuart K.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Madrina Bar y Tapas is rated 4.4 stars by 1335 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:00 pm
Booked 60 times today
Google Map for Madrina Bar y Tapas

2 Trinity St, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    Distillery Lane and Trinity St., accessible from Parliament and Cherry St.
  • Area
    Distillery District
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Catalan, Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Public transit
    Distillery Historic DistrictDirections: Take the 504 King streetcar eastbound to Parliament Street or take the 65 Parliament bus southbound to King Street. Proceed south on Parliament Street to Mill Street, then proceed east on Mill Street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
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