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El Catrin, Toronto, ON

El Catrin

4.6
4.6
5581 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 113 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Situated in the vibrant Distillery Historic District, El Catrin Destileria combines an exciting, tapas-style menu with Canada’s largest collection of mezcal and tequila. Celebrated as one of Toronto’s top dining spots, we offer a fun and lively atmosphere where traditional and modern Mexican cuisine come together for a truly transportive experience. Whether you're celebrating a birthday or enjoying a delightful brunch with friends, our local ingredients and vibrant flavours promise a transportive dining experience. Join us for delicious food, expertly crafted cocktails, and unforgettable moments!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–22:00 Fri 12:00–23:00 Sat 11:00–23:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (416) 203-2121
  • Website
    http://www.elcatrin.ca/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact directly.
  • Location
    18 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
  • Area
    Distillery District
  • Cross Street
    Parliament & Mill Street
  • Parking details
    At the Distillery District, parking lots are accessible from Parliament and Cherry St. Nominal parking fee.At local municipal lots: 65 Trinity Street | 44 Parliament Street
  • Public transit
    - 65A Parliament Bus stop at Front St. - (walk one block South to Mill St.)- 504 King East Streetcar at the Distillery Loop- From Union Station: Walk 7 minutes North on Bay Street to King Street; board the 504 King East Streetcar and ride it to the Distillery Loop.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 5,581 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

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El Catrin enchants with its vibrant atmosphere and "excellent food," offering a "unique vibe" in Toronto's Distillery District. Guests rave about its "amazing patio" and "friendly service." Known for its "authentic Mexican" flavors and a varied menu, El Catrin is perfect for group gatherings, though it can be "a bit pricey."

5,581 Reviews

  1. Marianne

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    I arrived and inquired about seating available slightly earlier. The hostess claimed there was no seating. Suddenly when I asked to cancel my reservation to go elsewhere for my birthday celebration they said they had a table. When I went in and was seated there were many empty tables and the hassle wasn’t necessary after all especially after making reservations. Though the food and ambience was good. The service is the only reason I’d hesitate on returning.

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  2. Kanella

    Toronto

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed lunchtime there. Food was very good, and service was fast.

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  3. Ramona

    Indiana

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was Victoria and she was absolutely fantastic- we will ask for her when we go back, which we definitely will, she made us feel so at home and table service was fast and friendly. The front desk was a bit messy - originally they had us just sit and wait for our table, but then when they sent others right in and we went back and asked again, they took us straight to a table. Baja fish tacos were fantastic, but so was everything. Loved the margaritas and the sangria as well.
    El CatrinResponded today
    Ramona, thank you so much for your kind words. We take great pride in providing our guests with 5-star service that starts from the moment you walk in, we are sorry that we did not hit the mark at the start, however happy that Victoria was able to turn this around and was absolutely fantastic. We also do our best to deliver on delicious food and drinks so we are so happy to know you enjoyed our Baja Tacos and Margaritas as well as Sangria. We look forward to your next visit so we can blow you away all over again! All the best, Stuart K.

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  4. Tara

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El Catrin never disappoints. The food was excellent. The service was exceptional. We had a group of seven for a holiday celebration with colleagues and they were very patient with us as we chatted and took a bit longer to order. The guacamole is so delicious! And the flight of margaritas was excellent. I shared with a friend. I had the blood orange and hibiscus which were so good. My friend found them a bit sweet. Thank you!
    El CatrinResponded 1 day ago
    Tara, there's nothing better than taking your time to enjoy the little things in life. We are honoured to know that our Guacamole En La Misa and our Margaritas were something that you enjoyed so much! They are a personal favourite of ours, too, but I'm really glad that they live up to the hype. We are also happy to hear that our team provided you with Excellent Service on your holiday celebration. Come back anytime for more delicious food and amazing service! Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  5. Derek

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing location and ambiance. Food was fantastic. Staff are top notch!
    El CatrinResponded 1 day ago
    Derek, thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed our Restaurants Ambiance and found our food to be fantastic and service "top notch"! Your kind words motivate us to keep delivering exceptional experiences. We appreciate your support and can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious meal and amazing service! Kindly, Stuart K

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  6. Christina

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great cocktails, wonderful service. Tableside guacamole and fish tacos were the best.
    El CatrinResponded 2 days ago
    Christina, there's nothing better than taking your time to enjoy the little things in life. We are honoured to know that our Guacamole En La Mesa and Baja Tacos were something that you enjoyed so much! They are a personal favourite of ours, too, but I'm really glad that they live up to the hype. Come back anytime for more delicious food! Best, Stuart K.

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  7. Bosmat

    Toronto

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and margaritas. We had a wonderful time
    El CatrinResponded 2 days ago
    Bosmat thank you for your review. We take great pride in delivering Great Food and Tasty Drinks so we are happy to hear that you had a wonderful time with us. Come back soon to try more of our delicious menu. Best Regards Stuart K.

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  8. Annie

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience with your restaurant. The food was excellent.
    El CatrinResponded 2 days ago
    Annie, thank you so much for your kind words. We do our best to deliver on delicious food and drinks so we are so happy to know you were able to experience such a great time with us and found our food to be excellent! We look forward to your next visit so we can blow you away all over again! All the best, Stuart K.

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  9. Aneri

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, warm atmosphere, and friendly service—had a fantastic time! Highly recommend!
    El CatrinResponded 2 days ago
    Aneri, thank you for dining with us and leaving some feedback! We're glad you enjoyed our Great Food, Warm Atmosphere and Friendly Service. We are delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time with us and we hope to impress you even more on your next visit! Kindly, Stuart K.

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  10. Diana

    Toronto

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. Great vibe, fun music and great Mexican food. The ceviche is excellent.
    El CatrinResponded 2 days ago
    Diana, thank you for your wonderful review of our restaurant. It makes us happy to hear that you enjoyed our Great Vibe, Fun Music and Great Mexican Food. We do our best to deliver on delicious food and drinks so we are so happy to know you were able to experience such a great time with us! We look forward to your next visit so we can blow you away all over again! All the best, Stuart K.

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El Catrin is rated 4.6 stars by 5581 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 113 times today
Google Map for El Catrin

18 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Parliament & Mill Street
  • Area
    Distillery District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–22:00 Fri 12:00–23:00 Sat 11:00–23:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    At the Distillery District, parking lots are accessible from Parliament and Cherry St. Nominal parking fee.At local municipal lots: 65 Trinity Street | 44 Parliament Street
  • Public transit
    - 65A Parliament Bus stop at Front St. - (walk one block South to Mill St.)- 504 King East Streetcar at the Distillery Loop- From Union Station: Walk 7 minutes North on Bay Street to King Street; board the 504 King East Streetcar and ride it to the Distillery Loop.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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