Award-winning

Madrina Bar y Tapas

Name: Madrina Bar y Tapas
Address: 2 Trinity St, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5A 3C4
Telephone: (416) 548-8055
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

1351 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Catalan

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2 people

12 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 59 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot

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
Website
http://www.madrinatapas.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
2 Trinity St, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
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

Experiences

NYE Chef's Tasting Menu
CAD 93.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
Immerse yourself in the enchantment of Madrina this New Year's Eve. Enjoy an exclusive 10-course tapas menu showcasing Spain's classic flavors and traditions, carefully curated by our Chefs. Elevate your experience with a Spanish wine pairing or a bottle of our Cava to welcome 2025! Please specify any dietary restrictions in the notes of your booking. Vegetarian options available. All guests must participate in the chef's tasting menu. All bookings are non-refundable and do not include tax or 18% gratuity. Each seating will have a limit of 2.5 hours.

What 1,351 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
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Madrina Bar y Tapas offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food," "delicious tapas," and a "creative menu" that blends traditional Spanish cuisine with innovative twists. Located in Toronto's Distillery District, it boasts a lively atmosphere and "super friendly staff." Be aware of "high prices" and "small portions," but expect a memorable culinary journey.

1,351 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place - amazing food and beautiful atmosphere. Lovely time to come to enjoy the distillery district!
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Peter
Toronto
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food. Our server Liam was great. We love this place
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Seine
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I lived in Madrid for a while and this is a hyper elevated version of some classics. Way over priced. Everything else was quite good!
Madrina Bar y TapasResponded today
Thank you for your feedback Seine. While we are happy to hear that you enjoyed our food, we’re sorry that you could not see the value in our dishes. Saying that, we assure you that our Chef and his team put a lot of care and consideration when sharing comforting and delicious cuisine and, while we understand prices are subjective, we feel ours are a great balance between doing what's right by our business while reflecting the quality of our ingredients. Regardless, please know, we have taken your feedback very seriously and will be passing it along to our team for thorough review. We encourage you to let us create a better experience for you in the future. Best Regards, Stuart K.
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cecile
Toronto
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delightful meal. We went for the tasting menu and all courses were just outstanding. A great experience in a welcoming environment. Highly recommended to all foodies.
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Lynda
Toronto
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely place. Delicious food tasty and so well served makes it even more appealing and appetizing Sitting is a little tight but restaurant has a nice vibe.
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Katherine
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tasting menu was amazing. Every dish was so well executed in taste and presentation. We come every year for this and agreed it has only gotten better
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Teal
Toronto
28 reviews
vip
4.0
28 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Quite loud this visit as to be expected with the Christmas Market going on! Service was a little slower than usual. Food and drinks 10/10 like always. I will be back!
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Enrique
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
C’est un bon bar qui sert quelque entrées. C’est un bon endroit pour passer du temps
Madrina Bar y TapasResponded 6 days ago
Enrique, we’re thrilled to hear you had an amazing experience! Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more tasty dishes! All the best, Stuart K.
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vanessa
Las Vegas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service impecable. Food was visually pleasing, balanced taste. Delicious!
Madrina Bar y TapasResponded 6 days ago
Vanessa, thank you so much for your kind words. We do our best to deliver on delicious food and drinks as well as amazing service so we are happy to know you were able to experience such a great time with us and found our food to be visually pleasing with balanced taste! We look forward to your next visit so we can blow you away all over again! Best Regards, Stuart K.
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Ambika
Toronto
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on 26 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Tried the Christmas prefix but our group of 3 wasn’t that pleased. Not our first visit and we’d had a delightful time previously. This time fell short - food wasn’t as good as I remember, and once the dinner crowd came in, our courses weren’t as well paced. Drinks were good, but again slow service. If you’re looking for a holiday celebration in the area, go elsewhere in distillery or even near St Lawrence.
Madrina Bar y TapasResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for visiting our restaurant and for providing your review Ambika. We are saddened that our food did not quite meet your expectations. Please know, our Chef and his team work very hard to provide our guests with flavorful dishes, while using the freshest ingredients. We would love to welcome you back for a chance to explore some more of our delicious menu items, should you choose to visit us again. Best Regards, Stuart K.
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Madrina Bar y Tapas is rated 4.4 stars by 1351 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

12 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 59 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Website
http://www.madrinatapas.com/
Phone number
(416) 548-8055

Madrina Bar y Tapas

Make a booking

Additional information

Experiences

NYE Chef's Tasting Menu

Menu

What 1,351 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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