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

1382 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Catalan

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2 people

12 Jan 2025

10:30 pm

Booked 17 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
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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 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.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Experiences

Chef's Tasting Menu
CAD 93.00 per person
1 Jan 2025 - 13 Feb 2025
Immerse yourself in the enchantment of Madrina with our exclusive 10-course tapas menu showcasing Spain's classic flavors and traditions, carefully curated by our Chefs. Elevate your experience with a 5-course Spanish wine pairing! Please specify any dietary restrictions in the notes of your booking. Vegetarian options available. All guests must participate in the chef's tasting menu. Prices do not include applicable taxes or gratuity.
Chef's Tasting Menu
CAD 93.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Immerse yourself in the enchantment of Madrina with our exclusive 10-course tapas menu showcasing Spain's classic flavors and traditions, carefully curated by our Chefs. Elevate your experience with a 5-course Spanish wine pairing! Please specify any dietary restrictions in the notes of your booking. Vegetarian options available. All guests must participate in the chef's tasting menu. Prices do not include applicable taxes or gratuity.

What 1,382 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

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Madrina Bar y Tapas delights with its "amazing food" and "great atmosphere," offering a unique fusion of traditional Spanish and Asian flavors. Located in a chic, historic setting, it's known for creative tapas and "wonderful service." While a bit pricey, it's a memorable culinary experience, especially for tapas lovers.

1,382 Reviews

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Gregory
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pricey and our food was ‘meh.’ Service was excellent and we were seated very quickly. We went home hungry and ordered takeout.
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Kathleen
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An amazing culinary and mixology cocktail experience
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Homa
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was wonderful! Food and drinks were very unique. Beautiful place and loved the fact that music was not loud as it seems to be the case in most places these days. One tiny issue I had was how long cocktails took to get ready which discouraged us to order a second drink.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great to try new flavour combinations! Good location in the distillery district.
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Julia
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 2 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Visited the Distillery District and booked a table for two at Madrina. We had never been to a Tapas restaurant before, and this definitely set the bar high. Our favourite dish was the IBÉRICO PORK SECRETO STEAK — delicious. Other highlights were TORTILLA DE PATATAS and CATALAN CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS. Note: I have a shellfish allergy, so we didn't have any of the dishes that have those items.
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Israel
Montreal
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
You must try this place. It’s cool and the food really tasty, the portions a bit small though.
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Samant
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Fantastic meal. We enjoyed the NYE pre fixe menu and wine pairing and it was superb! Some of the best Spanish tapas since I’ve been to Barcelona. Will definitely be back.
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Karen
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 30 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's a different experience for Spain cuisine . We just return from Barcelona so it was a different take on Spain dining at Madrina. We like the vibe, music was a little high but hey why not, it was the holiday season. Going back for birthday celebration.
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Matthew
Vancouver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food, great service, amazing space. Highly recommend.
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Zak
VIP
Toronto
53 reviews
2.0
53 reviews
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The first impression was disappointing—the hostess was very unfriendly. On the positive side, our waiter was friendly and attentive. The lobster was excellent, but we didn’t enjoy the rest of the food. The octopus was dry, and the mashed potatoes served with it were overly sour. Overall, the experience didn’t feel worth the price. The tables are packed too close together, and waitstaff are constantly moving behind you, which felt intrusive.
Madrina Bar y TapasResponded on 31 December 2024
Zak, thank you for sharing your feedback. While we are happy to hear that you enjoyed our Half Roasted Lobster and found our server to be friendly and attentive, we are sorry to hear that your first impression was disappointing and that you didn’t feel welcomed by our hostess. Please know that we strive to provide a warm and friendly atmosphere from the moment guests walk in. We are also truly sorry that other aspects of your meal didn’t meet your expectations, particularly the Pulpo Con Papas Alinas. We assure you that our Chef and team put a lot of care and consideration when sharing comforting and delicious cuisine. We hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a more enjoyable experience in the future. Best Regards Stuart K.
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Madrina Bar y Tapas is rated 4.4 stars by 1382 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

12 Jan 2025

10:30 pm

Booked 17 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

Chef's Tasting Menu

Chef's Tasting Menu

Menu

What 1,382 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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