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The Carbon Bar, Toronto, ON

The Carbon Bar

4.7
4.7
1764 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Contemporary American

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2 people
23:00
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
The Carbon Bar:
Where fun-loving aficionado’s, gourmands and bon vivants meet to share un-pretentious snacks, plates and platters delivered with impeccable hospitality in a space inspired by the storied past of a rock’n’roll discotheque, an upstart TV station and a media giant’s studio.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Barbecue, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 16:00–22:00 Thu–Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (416) 947-7000
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kris Hansen
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private dining options, perfect for any occasion from corporate events to social gatherings. Our team at The Carbon Bar love hosting and we have one of the greatest venues for it.
  • Private party contact
    Alexandra Strona: (416) 947-7000
  • Area
    Financial District
  • Cross Street
    Church St
  • Parking details
    A few in a couple block radius. Green P by St. Michaels hospital, Private lot on Church south of Richmond, Private lot on Queen and Jarvis.
  • Public transit
    Nearest Street Car stops: Queen Street East and Church <br />Subway: Queen
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • December Luncheons

    CA$59.00 per person

    3 Dec 2024 - 20 Dec 2024
    Join Us for a Special December Lunch – $59 This December, we invite you to indulge in a delicious three-course lunch, specially curated for those seeking a flavourful and quick dining experience. Perfect for a midday escape, our seasonal menu offers a selection of appetizers, entrees, and desserts that highlight the best of the season's ingredients. Relax in a warm, festive atmosphere while enjoying a meal designed to satisfy in just the right amount of time. Whether you're taking a break from holiday shopping or gathering with colleagues, this three-course experience is the perfect way to treat yourself this season. At just $59 per guest, it's an invitation to savour, enjoy, and celebrate the holiday spirit with every bite.
    December Luncheons photo
  • The Experience Menu - 4 courses

    CA$85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Groups of 9 or more are required to dine on our set "Experience" menu. Join us for a 4-course meal that will impress you and leave you satisfied. We start off our menu with Korean fried cauliflower and blistered shishito peppers. Following this comes our smoked bacon Caesar and salmon tartare. Next is our "Pitmaster Platter" which includes; brisket, burnt ends, St. Louis style pork ribs, pulled pork, cheddar jalapeno sausage, and fried chicken. Accompanied with collard greens, coleslaw, pickles and crispy french fries. Finally, we serve you a delicious dessert platter of brownie bites, banoffee pie, caramel popcorn, candied bananas and a drizzle of caramel.
    The Experience Menu - 4 courses photo
  • The Experience plus Seafood - 4 courses

    CA$99.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    The Carbon Bar Experience ($99/person) offers a delectable and flavoursome tasting of our à la carte menu served to elevate and curate an unforgettable dining experience at The Carbon Bar. All items on the fixed menus will be served to you and your guests, family-style, where all plates are designed to be shared amongst the group. Please let us know if there are any allergies or dietary restrictions that we should be made aware of as the menus can be modified to accommodate accordingly. Please note that the participation of the entire group is required.
    The Experience plus Seafood - 4 courses photo

What 1,764 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Old Toronto

    Great for creative cocktails

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Carbon Bar in Toronto offers a dynamic dining experience with "amazing atmosphere" and "fantastic food." Known for its "stellar service," guests rave about the brisket and diverse BBQ options. The bar's bourbon selection impresses, making it an excellent spot for celebrations. While a few service issues were noted, the overall experience remains highly recommended.

1,764 Reviews
  1. Peter

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Very convenient for show nights, great atmosphere, and food! We'll be back!
    The Carbon BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for leaving us a 5 Star review Peter. I look forward to hearing from you to set up your next visit! Kayvan Esmaili General Manager

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  2. Heather

    Toronto

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can’t say we had one issue. We loved everything we ordered. The ceasar salad was excellent too. The brisket had such a distinct flavour and was so tender. The pork belly burnt ends were saucy and apple flavoured goodness. They have an unbelievable bourbon list. We loved sitting up at the bar. Wouldn’t sit anywhere else. Cheers
    The Carbon BarResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for the great review Heather! I'm happy that you had a great visit with us, and that you were able to try and enjoy some of our extensive bourbon options. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Kayvan Esmaili General Manager

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  3. Carolyn

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate here for my husband's birthday. We had the empanadas for a started, and they were really good. Unfortunately the mains were not good. I had the ribs and they were probably the worst ribs I ever ate. Extremely fatty and little flavor. Service wasn't great either. Our waitress never came back to the table after she gave us the meals and we wanted ketchup but she never came back until the meal was finished. We ordered dessert and they forgot about it and then brought it out when we were already finished our coffees. I was disappointed in the meal. Probably wouldn't return.
    The Carbon BarResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Carolyn, thank you for taking the time to leave detailed feedback about your visit. I am very sorry that your experience at The Carbon Bar wasn't up to your expectations, we will be reviewing this internally. When you have a moment could you please send me an email at kayvan@thecarbonbar.ca, I would like to be able to speak with you further about this - and would love the opportunity to invite you and your husband back to make things right. Thank you, and I hope to hear from you soon, Kayvan Esmaili General Manager

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Ismet waa great, very knowledgeable and had great suggestions
    The Carbon BarResponded on 14 November 2024
    Thank you for leaving us a review! I'm happy that Ismet was able to offer you some great suggestions on your visit. We look forward to seeing you again. Kayvan Esmaili General Manager

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  5. Elizabeth

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We visited The Carbon with friends who had been to the restaurant before. Our service was very good. We shared the Pit shareable platter for 4. Everything was delicious, but there wasn’t enough pulled pork, which in my opinion was the best meat on the platter. We were told there would be French fries as well, but were disappointed to only get one serving for 4 adults. In hindsight it would have been better to have received 2 (1 to share between 2) If we were back in the area we would definitely return, but order more fries.
    The Carbon BarResponded on 11 November 2024
    Hi Elizabeth, thank you for the review and the feedback! Please send me an email next time you are in the area and going to visit us and I will set up your reservation and make sure that you and your group are well taken care of. kayvan@thecarbonbar.ca. Thank you, Kayvan Esmaili General Manager

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  6. Devon

    Jackson Hole

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entire experience was great. The food was incredible and the atmosphere was perfect. Our waitress was very efficient and accommodating!
    The Carbon BarResponded on 6 November 2024
    I am happy that you had an amazing visit with us Devon! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Kayvan Esmaili General Manager

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  7. Grant

    Toronto

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Hostess tried to rush us out asking us to box our meal while we were half way through the meal. Server brought refills for drinks as we got the bill and charged us (non alcoholic).
    The Carbon BarResponded on 4 November 2024
    Hi Grant, I am sorry that you had a bad experience on your visit to The Carbon Bar. When you have a moment could you please email me at kayvan@thecarbonbar.ca. I'd like to be able to get some more information about your visit, and to have the opportunity to make things right with you. Thank you, Kayvan Esmaili General Manager

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  8. Anna

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the ribs and the ribeye steak and shared the cornbread. The food was all amazing. Everything was delicious and the drinks were also very good. The service was quite bad. We ordered a rye and ginger with “no fruit” and it came with a lime. Not a big deal, but wasn’t what we ordered. Our food took a very long time to come. The table next to us got their food before us but sat down and ordered after us. It was exactly an hour before our main courses came. Our waiter regularly checked on both tables next to us, with his back to us and never turned around to check on us. We had to flag him down to ask for anything and eventually asked someone else who was taking our plates away if we could get the cheque. This was after we had piled all our dishes up to make space on the table. Our waiter didn’t ask if we needed more drinks or dessert. After we ordered from him he never really showed up again. We would probably have ordered more drinks had he stopped and asked us at any point during the many times he walked past and checked on the other tables. I would expect much better service at a restaurant of this calibre.
    The Carbon BarResponded on 4 November 2024
    Hi Anna, thank you for the review, and detailed feedback. I am sorry that you were unhappy with the service that you received during your visit, this is definitely not our standard. When you have a moment could you please email me at kayvan@thecarbonbar.ca. I'd like to be able to get some more information about your visit, and to have the opportunity to make things right with you. Thank you, Kayvan Esmaili General Manager

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  9. sig

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great night out with excellent food, service and value. A bit noisy in there though.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an amazing dining experience! We did the taste the carbon bar menu and all menu items were fantastic. The best ribs I’ve ever had!
    The Carbon BarResponded on 6 November 2024
    Thank you for the 5 Star review! It is great to hear that you enjoyed our ribs on your visit, and that you had an amazing experience with us. We look forward to seeing you again next time. Kayvan Esmaili General Manager

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FAQs

The Carbon Bar does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The Carbon Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 947-7000.

The Carbon Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 1764 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
23:00
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Carbon Bar

99 Queen St East, Toronto, ON M5C 1S2

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Church St
  • Area
    Financial District
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 16:00–22:00 Thu–Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Barbecue, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    A few in a couple block radius. Green P by St. Michaels hospital, Private lot on Church south of Richmond, Private lot on Queen and Jarvis.
  • Public transit
    Nearest Street Car stops: Queen Street East and Church Subway: Queen
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kris Hansen
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (416) 947-7000
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private dining options, perfect for any occasion from corporate events to social gatherings. Our team at The Carbon Bar love hosting and we have one of the greatest venues for it.
  • Private party contact
    Alexandra Strona: (416) 947-7000
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