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El Catrin, Toronto, ON

El Catrin

4.6
4.6
5578 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Mexican

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2+ people
19:00
Booked 147 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 5,578 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

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
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."

5,578 Reviews

  1. Tara

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day 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!

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  2. Derek

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing location and ambiance. Food was fantastic. Staff are top notch!

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  3. Christina

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 2 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 today
    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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  4. Bosmat

    Toronto

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 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 today
    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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  5. Annie

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 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 today
    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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  6. Aneri

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 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 today
    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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  7. Diana

    Toronto

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 5 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 today
    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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  8. frank

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic, server was very nice and friendly and gave great recommendations. Restaurant was beautiful and clean.
    El CatrinResponded today
    Frank, thank you so much for your support! We appreciate you choosing to dine with us and we are thrilled to know you enjoyed our service and our food! We can't wait for you to join us again soon for some more amazing service that we are known for! Best, Stuart K.

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  9. Rob

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service, ambiance, and most importantly the food is Excellent! Highly recommend!
    El CatrinResponded today
    Rob, we are delighted that you enjoyed our Restaurants Atmosphere, our Service and yes, most importantly our Food. Thank you for your kind words. We do look forward to your return so that we can impress you all over again. Kind Regards Stuart K.

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  10. Margaret

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, atmosphere and service. The interior was beautiful.
    El CatrinResponded 4 days ago
    Margaret, thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our restaurants food, atmosphere as well as service. We strive for excellence and hope to impress you even more on your next visit! Kindly, Stuart K.

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El Catrin is rated 4.6 stars by 5578 OpenTable diners.

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2+ people
19:00
Booked 147 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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