Koukla

Name: Koukla
Address: 88 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON, Canada, M6J2Z4
Telephone: (416) 901-7899
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

254 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Greek

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2 people

8 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 20 times today

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Bar Koukla is a casual and intimate snack bar setting on the popular Ossington strip. A space where traditional touches merge effortlessly with contemporary design. Our interpretation of the classic Athenian mezedolpoleio mixes authentic meze, a raw seafood bar, a natural and oraganic wine list and cocktails inspired by the Athenian metroploitan culture.

***Please note all Patio/Outdoor reservations are weather-dependent. Outdoor reservations do not guarantee a table inside if bad weather occurs.***

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Mon, Tue 17:00–23:00 Wed, Thu 11:30–23:00 Fri 11:30–01:00 Sat 11:00–01:00 Sun 11:00–23:00
Phone number
(416) 901-7899
Website
http://koukla.mamakas.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, 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
88 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J2Z4
Area
Queen West
Cross Street
Humbert St.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 254 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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Koukla delivers a "breathtaking experience" with its "amazing brunch" and "authentic" yet modern cuisine. Patrons praise the "friendly and attentive" staff and the vibrant atmosphere, making it ideal for "cosy dinners" and "celebrations." While some found it "overpriced," the "quality of food" and "great service" are consistently highlighted.

254 Reviews

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Yasna
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Honestly, everything was 10/10 - the food, the ambience, the servers and the restaurant itself. It’s intimate enough to be cozy but it’s not crammed whatsoever and there is a spacious feel to it. The decor is very well picked, and the food was INCREDIBLE. I would highlight recommend the bread and honey butter, the grilled lamb and the feta plate. I was supposed that they only had one mocktail to choose from but I very quickly understood why that was when I tasted it - it was so unique and I can’t wait to get it again. I’ll definitely be back :)
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Kimberly
Toronto
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Regularly come to Koukla, but this time was a miss. Was disappointed to be seated by the door where my party and I had to eat with our down-filled jackets on. Before we sat down we asked if we could move, and were told we booked too last minute….we had booked weeks prior and had our selection of reservation times, so this was a blatant lie and no further accommodation provided. I regularly eat shell fish and found the shrimp too difficult to peel, leaving lots of meat on the shell - telling me it was not handled properly. We also asked if we could pay to add one skewer of shrimp to our dish and our waitress was quite curt with a simple “no” and no further explanation why we couldn’t pay for additional shrimp on the same portion, especially when we were just trying to order as many dishes to get a variety of food. While central heating can’t be controlled in certain spaces, an investment in baseboard heaters or blankets (all things I’ve seen done before with near the door seating) is something a restaurant that is this busy can certainly afford. I’ll be back to Koukla for wine and their classics, will refuse seating by the door and will avoid shellfish here.
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Cindy
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Breathtaking experience! Our server was POINT on (Emily) Great recommendations with such passion and honesty! Also I am a Koukla fan !!!
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Juno
VIP
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server Christina was very attentive and her recommendations were spot on. We really enjoyed the food. Our favorite was the lamb ribs.
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Mark
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tremendous food and equally great service. Highly recommend.
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Lorina
VIP
Toronto
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 23 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience! My first time at Koukla, sat at the bar with my husband for his birthday, the food was excellent, service friendly and professional. Will return.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommend. Food is outstanding. Great service.
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JennaE
VIP
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible spot with amazing drinks and food. I can’t believe we’ve never been before! Total neighborhood gem and incredible team and experience
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Jordan
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Solid vibes and good food, will come again for sure!
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Aaron
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were both equally amazing. Our server, Emily, was helpful with recommendations for dishes and wine. The food was delicious with generous portions. I will be recommending Bar Koukla to all my friends.
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Koukla is rated 4.7 stars by 254 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

8 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 20 times today

88 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J2Z4

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Humbert St.
Area
Queen West
Hours of Operation
Mon, Tue 17:00–23:00 Wed, Thu 11:30–23:00 Fri 11:30–01:00 Sat 11:00–01:00 Sun 11:00–23:00
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://koukla.mamakas.ca/
Phone number
(416) 901-7899
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

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What 254 people are saying

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