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The Dorset, Toronto, ON

The Dorset

4.6
4.6
255 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
British

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2 people
19:00

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Booked 39 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Inspired by the British coastline and countryside, Executive Chef Ryan Lister is excited to bring a taste of his culinary roots to downtown Toronto. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday roast, The Dorset offers patrons a myriad of ways to enjoy seasonal, contemporary British cooking and cocktails.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 16:00–23:00 Tue, Wed 11:30–23:00 Thu, Fri 11:30–00:00 Sat 11:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (647) 288-4304
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Ryan Lister
  • Area
    King West
  • Cross Street
    The Dorset is located on Wellington Street between Spadina and Portland.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Accessible via the King and Spadina streetcar routes. The nearest subway station is Union.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Winterlicious

    31 Jan 2025 - 13 Feb 2025
    Dig into our $41 lunch or $55 dinner prix fixe! Enjoy your choice of appetizer, main, and dessert with indulgent British flavours in the spotlight.
    Winterlicious photo
  • Afternoon Tea

    26 Jan 2025 - 30 Mar 2025
    Pinkies up! Experience the charm of Afternoon Tea — a cherished British custom that celebrates bite-sized bliss. Available on the last Sunday of every month from 11am to 4pm, sip your choice of tea while indulging in classic delights like freshly baked butter and fruit scones, delicate finger sandwiches, and an array of exquisite desserts. Looking to elevate your experience even further? Why not add some sparkle? Purchase a glass (or bottle) of bubbles to get a little extra fancy at tea time! Crafted by our talented team of Chefs, don’t miss your chance to sit back, relax and savour our oh-so-scrumptious sampling. Reserve your table today!
    Afternoon Tea photo
  • Trivia Tuesdays

    Multiple dates available
    Think you’re a trivia master? Prove it at Trivia Tuesdays at The Dorset! Join us every Tuesday at 7:30pm for an evening of brain-teasing fun, hosted by The Sociable Host. Grab your smartest friends, grab a pint, and battle it out for your chance to win a $75 bar tab for your team! No entry fee. Just great vibes, good drinks, and some friendly competition. Don’t miss out—make Tuesday night your new tradition at The Dorset!

Offers

  • Half-price Wine

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Wed - 11:30 - 16:45, 16:45 - 21:45
    Here’s a reason to celebrate: we’re uncorking half-price bottles of wine every Tuesday and Wednesday! Whether you’re in the mood for sparkling, white, red, or rosé, let our in-house team of experts match you with the perfect pairing. Enjoy a bottle alongside a quintessential British main like Wild Halibut or Cottage Pie for a truly spectacular meal. Grab your friends or coworkers and book your table today!
    Half-price Wine photo
  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 15:00 - 16:45, 16:45 - 18:00,Mon - 16:00 - 18:00,Tue - Sat - 15:00 - 16:45, 16:45 - 18:00
    Visit The Dorset bar Monday from 4–6pm and Tuesday–Sunday from 2–6pm to savour delectable Happy Hour deals! Enjoy all cocktails for $10, select beer pints for $6, half-price bottles of wine and bubbles, and select glasses of wine for $10 and $15. Whether you’re craving a mid-afternoon pick-me-up or a late-night refreshment, our affordable offerings are sure to hit the spot.
    Happy Hour photo
  • Late Night Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - Sat - 16:45 - 22:45
    As the sun goes down, things are just getting started at The Dorset bar! Visit every Thursday to Saturday from 9pm–midnight to enjoy delicious beverage deals. From handcrafted cocktails to glasses and bottles of wine, we’ve got a refreshing sip with your name on it—for less! Book a table to secure your seat!
    Late Night Happy Hour photo

What 255 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Dorset delights with its "wonderful" staff and "excellent food," offering a cozy, English-inspired atmosphere. Standouts include "great cocktails," "delicious fish and chips," and "a must-try" Sunday roast. Guests rave about the "impeccable service" and memorable experiences, making it a "highly recommended" spot for both casual outings and special occasions.
255 Reviews
  1. Constantine

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable experience and a decor that was perfectly matched. Food was delicious, smaller portions but hearty Food, so satisfying.

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  2. JULIA

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here, very nice decor and atmosphere -- pub-like, but classy. Service attentive but not overbearing. Very nice cocktails and very good food. Mulligatawny soup was excellent. We enjoyed our meal and the experience thoroughly. Would recommend to friends and would come again.

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  3. Robin

    VIP

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sophisticated interpretations of British food at the Well, wide choice small and large plates and all richly flavoured. Nice ambience - British pub downstairs, modern restaurant with open kitchen upstairs - excellent service, pricing not unreasonable considering the quality. Nicely nostalgic but far better than the food I remember growing up in the UK!!

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  4. Daniel

    VIP

    Toronto

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole experience was fantastic. Our server Dillon was very knowledgable and welcoming which made the experience even better.

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  5. Caroline

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We have been to the Dorset a few times- Brunch and now dinner. I enjoyed the service the visit prior. The upstairs service was not very attentive. It may have been the way their process is for delivering drinks. Your team going up and down the stairs. Suggestion- set up a bar on the top floor. Not conducive to an efficient delivery process of drinks. Neighbour down the street- Brigette has a better process.

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  6. Diane

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Did the Winterlicious menu and included a duck scotch egg to start. The food was amazing (osso buco and pork jowl) except the caesar salad which was a little disappointing - there was no flavour of lemon or garlic so it was a bit bland. Our server was excellent and knew the menu well and he recommended a great bottle of wine. Get the chocolate eclair so good. The room is comfortable and welcoming and the lighting wasn’t too low. We had a nice table with comfortable wing chairs and were far enough from the next table to talk without hearing others. It was also great to see the open kitchen - always fun to watch. The location is great (on the north side of The Well) - we agreed that we would go back!

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  7. Eric

    VIP

    Toronto

    18 reviews

    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice atmosphere and excellent food. Would highly recommend this place.

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  8. Valeriya

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everybody working there are super professional and were ready to do take an extra step to make our experience absolutely amazing. We were impressed by the service, food and coziness of this place. Will be back soon

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  9. Taylor

    VIP

    Calgary

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here for winterlicious and was thoroughly impressed. When you first enter, the ground floor has a very dark, broody, London vibe. Perfect for sipping a cocktail and catching up with friends. Once you head upstairs to the main dining room, the space transforms into being bright, airy and costal- living up to the Dorset namesake. All three courses were delicious and beautifully presented. Uniquely British; comforting but still presented in an elevated way. The cocktails we ordered to accompany our meals were well balanced and tastefully presented. Overall a great new spot in a stunning space. Would recommend!

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  10. lisa

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food and service. Poor choice of music and music too loud

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The Dorset is rated 4.6 stars by 255 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00

Select a time

Booked 39 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Dorset

457 Wellington St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1E7

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    The Dorset is located on Wellington Street between Spadina and Portland.
  • Area
    King West
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 16:00–23:00 Tue, Wed 11:30–23:00 Thu, Fri 11:30–00:00 Sat 11:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Accessible via the King and Spadina streetcar routes. The nearest subway station is Union.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Ryan Lister
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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