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Mamakas Taverna

Name: Mamakas Taverna
Address: 80 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON, Canada, M6J 2Y7
Telephone: (416) 519-5996
Price range: CAN$51 and over
Rating: 4.8

CAN$51 and over

Greek

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2 people

4 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 63 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Hot spot
Good for special occasions

Mamakas Taverna is an elegant 85-seat Greek taverna on Ossington Ave. Owner Thanos Tripi brings a fresh, authentic approach to Aegean food, offering classical Greek dishes against a contemporary canvas. Each plate is thoughtfully crafted to evoke the way Thanos’ grandmother cooked, inviting guests to explore the Greece he grew up with through food, art and music.

Meant to mimic an open market, the room is built of white concrete blocks creating an effect similar to the stucco seen throughout Greece. Mamakas is a nod to heritage, history and family memories – the daily trip to the market for ripe and fragrant tomatoes. Visiting a trusted butcher for fresh paithakia, and the local fish monger for the daily catch.

Recipes passed down through generations. Honest Greek fare with a modern twist. Designed to share. Everything just as Thanos’ family has done through the ages.

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Executive chef: Rafael Rocha

From the OpenTable editors: Crowds flock to this rustic-chic Ossington taverna for classic Aegean dishes crafted from local ingredients. Shareables like crispy spanakopita and a solid Greek wine list make Mamakas especially popular with groups. Market-inspired decor and a buzzy open kitchen dial up the transportive atmosphere.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:30–22:00 Fri–Sun 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(416) 519-5996
Website
http://mamakas.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Across from Mamakas and above Koukla. Join us at Trapezi for an elevated Private Dining Experience with decadent Aegean cuisine, signature cocktails and exclusive wines.
Private party contact
Sarah Feldberg : (416) 840-3100

Location
80 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7
Area
Queen West
Cross Street
Humbert Street & Ossington Avenue
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

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What 1,331 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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Mamakas Taverna in Toronto offers a vibrant Greek dining experience with "amazing food" and "fantastic service." Patrons rave about the "incredible" lamb and baklava cheesecake. The restaurant's lively atmosphere and attentive staff make it perfect for special occasions or group gatherings. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.

1,331 Reviews

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Jeanluc
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food was top notch for Greek food, everything tasted so good, food was a bit pricey for what you get in quantity but that is expected. The $38 Greek wine was amazing. It is a tight space so you don’t have a lot of room and it is always packed which is expected beauties of how good the food was. Great experience and great food so what else can you ask for.
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Norm
VIP
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Combo of service and food quality was excellent. Always an enjoyable experience
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food. Incredible service. Highly recommend.
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Amanda
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food. Lots of variety and skillfully prepared and presented. Attentive, friendly and accommodating service.
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Lucy
VIP
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious authentic Greek food! Will definitely return.
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Julia
VIP
Toronto
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was good. We sat at the bar was ok I guess since we couldn’t get a reservation for an actual table. We spent more time driving to the restaurant than we did eating there. food came out very quickly.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food. Great staff. Great ambiance. Would highly recommend and will go back.
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Allison
Toronto
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It’s my 4th time dining at Mamakas and the food has been tasty and delivery consistent. The only thing is that the portions are a little small for the money - that’s all. Also, the wait staff are attentive and knowledgeable - I like that. I will continue to come back because I love the food. Thank you
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Marlene
Toronto
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 27 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From start to finish - the food, service and ambiance was exemplary.
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Desiree
London
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fabulous food. Sat at the bar and the bartender not only had stellar food recommendations but also wine suggestions. I enjoy California Chardonnay and am not familiar with Greek wines and he presented lovely options. The dips were wonderful with standout homemade pita. Delectable salad with heirloom tomatoes, feta, cucumber and onions. Patatas were great. Enjoyed the lamb chops with tzatziki but the standout was the tea brined chicken. GO!!!
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FAQs

Mamakas Taverna offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 519-5996.

Mamakas Taverna is rated 4.8 stars by 1331 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

4 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 63 times today

Order delivery or takeout

80 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7

Additional information

Cross Street
Humbert Street & Ossington Avenue
Area
Queen West
Hours of Operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:30–22:00 Fri–Sun 17:00–22:00
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://mamakas.ca/
Phone number
(416) 519-5996
Private party facilities
Across from Mamakas and above Koukla. Join us at Trapezi for an elevated Private Dining Experience with decadent Aegean cuisine, signature cocktails and exclusive wines.
Private party contact
Sarah Feldberg : (416) 840-3100

Mamakas Taverna

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Order delivery or takeout

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Private dining

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What 1,331 people are saying

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