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Mamakas Taverna, Toronto, ON
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Mamakas Taverna

CAN$51 and over
Greek

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2 people
19:00
Booked 49 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Neighbourhood gem
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

  • Location
    80 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7
  • Phone number
    (416) 519-5996
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

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What 1,362 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

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Mamakas Taverna offers "phenomenal" food with a variety of dishes and "great service." The ambiance is lively, making it a "fantastic dining experience." Highlights include the "baklava cheesecake" and "spanakopita." While some find it "overpriced," the "authentic Greek cuisine" keeps patrons coming back. Perfect for a memorable meal.

1,362 Reviews

  1. Katherine

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were incredible, service was fantastic and the food delicious. Thank you for helping to make my daughter’s birthday so wonderful.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our third time here and it does not disappoint. Service is exemplary and attentive. The food is delicious and the ambiance is great. Highly recommended.

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  3. Tejas VIP

    Montreal2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a great time at Mamakas Taverna. This was my second time there, and yet again, I loved their food. We ordered some Kalamari, eggplant and tomato (sides), and all of them were delicious. The ambience of this restaurant is very nice as well, and if you are looking for some Greek food, then you can't go wrong with Mamakas.

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  4. Tory VIP

    Toronto10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Used to be awesome. Saganaki now comes in fritters. The portion sizes have shrank some how. The service is low BUT the dips are still yummy. Would only go for dips and wine. The rest is mid.

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  5. tanya

    Toronto4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A staple of the Ossington strip Consistently amazing A beautiful room , with great ambiance, friendly staff And tasty ,elegant food Everything on the menu shines. Their patio in the summer is also divine as is their other restaurant across the street Koukla

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  6. olaf VIP

    Toronto19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food and service. Server had really good knowledge of Greek wines too. A little noisy.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service and the food were both fabulous to make this birthday celebration memorable for all of us. We started with the dips and the saganaki kroquettas which had a lovely burst of flavour. I would also highly recommend the beef souvlaki dish which is the best I’ve ever had. The baklava cheesecake was also a great finale but make sure you have someone to share it with! Our waitress also took great care to make sure we had everything we needed at all times. It’s a bit pricey but I felt it was worth it for the overall experience. We’ll be back!

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  8. Elliot VIP

    Miami3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, amazing atmosphere to hang out.

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  9. Yianni

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, amazing service, and best cocktails in the city.

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  10. Mohamed

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and vibe definitely try the lamb chops

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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 1362 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
19:00
Booked 49 times today
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80 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (416) 519-5996
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

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