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Alo Restaurant

CAN$51 and over

International

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2 people

14 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Fancy

Alo is an intimate contemporary French restaurant located atop a heritage building in downtown Toronto. Our cuisine is internationally inspired and celebrates the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with a genuine sense of welcome, served as a blind tasting menu by Chef Patrick Kriss.

The Bar at Alo is adjacent to our main dining room and offer à la carte options as well as a shortened seasonal tasting menu.

Alo is outfitted with a private dining room which can welcome parties up to 14 guests.

1 Michelin Star 2022, 2023, 2024
No. 1 by Canada's 100 Best Restaurants five consecutive years since 2017
No. 5 by Canada's 100 Best Bars in their inaugural awards
No. 90 on the 2020 World’s 50 Best Restaurants list
No. 14 on the 2024 Opinionated About Dining North American best restaurants list
No. 58 on the 2020 La Liste world’s best restaurant list

Fine Dining, Tasting Menu, Wine Pairings, Non-Alcoholic Pairings, Private Parties, Celebrations, Romantic Dining

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Executive chef: Patrick Kriss

MICHELIN 1 Star2024
MICHELIN 1 Star2023
MICHELIN 1 Star2022

From the OpenTable editors: Alo is a Toronto essential adept at merging French and Asian flavors on blind multi-course tasting menus that could include rack of lamb with Thai curry or Koshihikari risotto with a porcini emulsion. Add a prime heritage building location, and it’s no wonder this ambitious go-getter landed a MICHELIN star.

Additional information

Location
163 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5V 2L6
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
Phone number
(416) 260-2222
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
International, Contemporary Canadian, Canadian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 17:00–00:00
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

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Experiences

Dining Room
CA$225.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us in our dining room for a new tasting menu that features the best ingredients we can source. Our menu is internationally inspired and prepared using classic French technique. Please note that we are unable to accommodate vegan/vegetarian tasting menus, dairy/egg allergies, seafood allergies or aversion to raw meat/seafood. If there are any dietary concerns within your party, please reach out to info@alorestaurant.com at your earliest convenience before booking a reservation. The tasting menu is offered at $225 per guest and does not include beverages, service charge and tax. Cancellations made less than 72 hours in advance will be charged the full price of the tasting menu per guest.
Kitchen Counter
CA$285.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Our Kitchen Counter features bar-style seating and faces our open kitchen for an engaging dining experience. The Kitchen Counter offers a blind multi-course tasting menu, including luxurious menu items and special courses from our Chefs. Please note that we are unable to accommodate vegan/vegetarian tasting menus, dairy allergies, seafood/shellfish allergies, or aversions to raw meat/seafood. Please reach out to info@alorestaurant.com at your earliest convenience before booking if your party has any dietary restrictions. The kitchen counter tasting menu is offered at $285 per guest and does not include beverages, gratuity or tax. Cancellations made less than 72 hours in advance will be charged the full price of the tasting menu per guest.
Private Dining Room - Tasting Menu
CA$295.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Alo's private dining room, equipped with its own bar and kitchen, offers a six-course tasting-menu for up to 14 guests. This unique dining experience begins with a cocktail reception featuring a glass of sparkling wine and a trio of canapés. The pricing for this experience is $295 per guest exclusive of beverages, HST & 20% service charge. Wine pairings are available for an additional $125 per guest. Our private dining room is also available to be booked for lunches. Please email us at info@alorestaurant.com for more information. **Please note that we are unable to accommodate most dietary restrictions. We recommend reaching out to us directly at info@alorestaurant.com before booking a reservation to discuss any dietary concerns.**

Private dining

Foie Gras / Tuna / Mackerel
Shima-Aji / Madai / Toro
Dungeness Crab, Black Truffle, Hen Egg, Miso
East Coast Lobster, Brussel Sprout, Cauliflower, Lime
Koshihikari Rice, Dashi, Black Truffle, Shiitake Mushroom, Nori
Hokkaido Scallop, Jamón Ibérico, Artichoke, Razor Clam
Provimi Veal Tenderloin, Black Trumpet Mushroom, Spinach
Loquat & Matcha
Chocolate Tart

What 487 people are saying

Alo Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
5Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Toronto / Ontario
Best Service
Toronto / Ontario
Innovative
Toronto / Ontario
International
Old Toronto
Best Overall
Old Toronto
Best Food
Old Toronto
Best Service
Old Toronto
Best Ambience
Old Toronto
Best Value
Old Toronto
Innovative
Old Toronto
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Alo Restaurant in Toronto offers an unparalleled fine dining experience characterized by "spectacular service," "decadent food," and a "beautifully curated ambiance." Guests rave about the innovative tasting menu, which seamlessly blends French and Asian flavors, and the exceptional staff who ensure every detail is perfect. It's a "must-visit" for special occasions.

487 Reviews

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RUTHF
Toronto5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly memorable dining experience. Dishes presented so beautifully and the taste/texture combination is exquisite. Staff so attentive. The box of mini desserts at end of the meal was so special.
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Tom VIP
Toronto6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely faultless. Impeccable food, wine and service. Pricey but well worth it. 😘👌
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Edric VIP
Calgary1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A perfect meal with perfect service. Alo provides an exciting and diverse blind tasting menu.
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Peter
Toronto1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
All round an outstanding experience. Best dining in Toronto.
Alo RestaurantResponded on 5 March 2025
Dear Peter, thank you for your kind review. We are pleased to hear that you had an outstanding experience. We are excited to welcome you back. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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Adel VIP
Toronto13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated our anniversary here and had an incredible time. Every single ingredient is sourced and prepared with a lot of thought behind it. Extremely impressive dynamic flavours throughout. I think this might genuinely be the best fine dining tasting menu I have had. Thanks to everyone for accommodating and making our anniversary special. Also thanks to our waiter Michael and Christopher for the small wine journey. It’s so hard to pick a favourite dish because everything was so good and flavourful. We can’t wait to come back and try the other experiences that Alo has to offer! See you soon, thank you so much.
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Tennismao
Houston9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great services. Worthy of Michelin in preparation, presentation, and taste.
Alo RestaurantResponded on 5 March 2025
Dear Tennismao, we are happy to hear you had a great experience. Thank you for taking the time to share your visit. We look forward to having you join us again. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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Karen VIP
Toronto3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best meal, service, and all round dining experience we’ve ever had. Hats off to the whole Alo team.
Alo RestaurantResponded on 5 March 2025
Dear Karen, thank you for your lovely review. We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience. We will be sure to share your kind comments with the team. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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Matt
Toronto2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came in somewhat skeptical after feeling underwhelmed with Alobar and Alouette but Alo impressed on all fronts. Alo had incredibly friendly and effective serving staff and noise was kept to a comfortable conversational volume. The food was incredible and service was timed impeccably so you never felt that you were waiting nor rushed. There were zero misses with the plates and at least half of them will go down as all time favourites for myself. The seafood dishes in particular (of which there were many) were well balanced with exceptionally high quality ingredients. 10/10 I plan on going again in the future.
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Nikhil VIP
Toronto10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is an experience everyone should try once in their life
Alo RestaurantResponded on 25 February 2025
Dear Nikhil, thank you for the kind review. We are pleased to hear that you had a wonderful experience. We look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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Jackson VIP
Toronto2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All the staff was beyond perfect , so so good the all the 10 courses were perfect , excited to work for you guys in the future
Alo RestaurantResponded on 25 February 2025
Dear Jackson, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the tasting menu and service. We are excited to have you join us again. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
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FAQs

Alo Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 487 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

14 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

163 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5V 2L6

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
Phone number
(416) 260-2222
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
International, Contemporary Canadian, Canadian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 17:00–00:00
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

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Alo Restaurant

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About this restaurant

Why they're an Icon

Additional information

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Experiences

Dining Room

Kitchen Counter

Private Dining Room - Tasting Menu

Private dining

Private Dining at Alo

Custom inquiry

Menu

Tasting Menu

Foie Gras / Tuna / Mackerel

Shima-Aji / Madai / Toro

Dungeness Crab, Black Truffle, Hen Egg, Miso

East Coast Lobster, Brussel Sprout, Cauliflower, Lime

Koshihikari Rice, Dashi, Black Truffle, Shiitake Mushroom, Nori

Hokkaido Scallop, Jamón Ibérico, Artichoke, Razor Clam

Provimi Veal Tenderloin, Black Trumpet Mushroom, Spinach

Loquat & Matcha

Chocolate Tart

What 487 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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Make a booking

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