The service was great, perhaps the best in the city. We asked for a quiet table, and the request was fulfilled. Warm buns and better preceded the meal, and were welcome. Few restaurants do this anymore. I had the veal escalope, which was tougher that expected -- overcooked, perhaps. It came with a bunch of sweetbreads, which were tasteless. It also came with morels and slugs of minced veal, which were wonderful. The scallop dish was perfect. The rhubarb dessert was disappointing; we left most of rhubarb.
I have been dining at Cafe Boulud Toronto for many years. It is unfailingly consistent. Unpretentious food executed perfectly every time. The wait staff are as good as it gets. Never disappointed here.
foodeater
The servers and manager went above and beyond to make my mom's birthday lunch special. Also the rotisserie chicken salad is delicious! And the dessert they brought out (raspberry chocolate cake was the perfect way to end our meal) Thank you!
JessicaP
One of my favourite places to go for a special brunch. The service is fantastic, and even though we aren't there in 2 years, our server remembered us. The prix fix brunch has a great amount of options - but come hungry. I like the addition of the ham and gruyere savoury crepe, and loved the beef tartar. Make sure to order the beignets!
Beautiful experience. Everything beautifully executed. My one disappointment was the Cod with chorizo. Chorizo was dry and leant no flavour to the dish. Beautiful presentation on this main but no flavour impact. All other aspects of the meal were well done.
NatashaV
I had heard this restaurant was great, I did not expect it to be one of the best dining experiences of my life though. When I say my husband and I were blown away, I mean we can't stop talking about how amazing this place was! Our server Deon was so kind and attentive. The head bartender Sebastian has put together an incredible cocktail menu. And on top of that, the food was fantastic! We did the duck for two and the steak tartare and didn't think we could eat anymore afterwards, but I'm glad we tried the dessert. The madelines were superb! We're adding this to our “must go” list for any time we are back in Toronto!
LisaT
Lovely evening from the time we were greeted at the entrance. The food was really lovely. We had the charcuterie board - wagon rolled around and the most charming young gentleman from France served us and told us about all the items which had all been made in house. We had lovely cocktails before dinner and then both of us very much enjoyed our entrees. It was a very elegant and refined but accessible evening, ie not stuffy at al. the room had a great buzz and the service was superlative. An excellent experience.
A Poem dedicated to Cafe Boulud: As I enter into the grand Four Season, As I indulge myself into the rare ambience of Cafe Boulud, I am, Greeted by the Elegant Alexis, Hosted by the Majestic Zachary, Enlightened by the Insightful Anna, Entertained by the Humorous Chris, Inspired by the modest Hakim, This night was not just about dinner, It was a story of personalities, Knowing each individual, The story of the beginning and the realm of character, of sweetness, of smile, of appreciation, of knowledge, of warmth, of humour, of humility, of humanity, of delight, of joy, Truly this was a gift from the divine, from the world of the unseen, I find happiness in this experience, Tranquility, a sense of calm, a sense of reflection in the moments, in the seconds, Contemplating of this miraculous journey, A glorious end to the day.
Welcomed at the entrance by two amazing hostess to be served by Zachary with such elegance, simplicity and positive energy revived myself back to a sense of tranquility and a state of emotional balance.
BeverleyB
Excellent food & service as always. I've been there before but not my sister ,so It was a birthday lunch for her & she was ‘over the moon' with the whole experience ! And, as always, I also had a fab time.
Reception and food servers were excellent and helpful. Seating was in a long row in a bench format which was a bit sterile. Tasting Menu - Amuse-Bouche were excellent - Crevette-Avocat were excellent - Poulpe was tough - Foie gras was extra smooth but lacked taste - Tartare de Boeuf was excellent - Saumon Royale and Coquille St. Jacques were average - Tournedos were not as tender as expected - Desserts were good but not exceptional There was a focus on sauces for each of the courses. There were all good to okay but overall didn't add a great deal to the taste. Good food should be able to stand on its own for taste in any case. For the price had hoped for more.
SwissChris
Stepping foot into Cafe Boulud, we were greeted by a band of merry staff members that instantly turned our lunch from regular to legendary! It was as if we'd crossed the threshold of our own homes, with the added bonus of no dishes to wash afterward. The atmosphere cuddled us like our favorite blankie on a chilly evening, and boy, was it the perfect backdrop for the feast about to unfold. Now, about the edible art we were served — to say that it was anything less than a culinary carnival would be a grave understatement. It felt like each plate that sashayed to our table was in the running for a "Best in Flavor" award. The chefs back there must've been wizards, or at least attended Hogwarts, because with each bite, we were bewitched, body and soul. We didn't just eat; we embarked on a gastronomic odyssey that had us sailing the high seas of deliciousness, reluctant to dock back to reality. By the end, our bellies were full, our spirits high, and we left Cafe Boulud not merely stuffed, but spellbound. Suffice to say, a simple 'bon appétit' just doesn't cut it for the epicurean escapade we enjoyed! Christian Wehrli A Swiss Storyteller in Canada
ZhangQiQi
First time attending the Easter Brunch. Highly impressed. Service was impeccable as always. The 3 buffet stations were amazing ontop of the regular 2 set course. I left so full I needed a nap.
brandc
Enjoyed our brunch very much. Attentive service from Iana. We were all quite full after the two-course menu and a couple of small desserts, so didn't take advantage of the carving or waffle stations. Anna, the sommelier, is wonderful also!
Joe C
We had an amazing Easter bunch. 2 course menu (appetizer and main) plus a lamb table, waffle table and dessert bar. I would highly recommend the short ribs and steak and eggs. Probably the best steak and eggs I ever had. Perfectly cooked. The champagne mimosas are also perfect. Lamb is also amazing. Waffle is ok but the dessert table is absolutely beautiful and delicious. Coffees are also perfect too. The price is not cheap but worth every penny. Will definitely go back again.
The service was great, perhaps the best in the city. We asked for a quiet table, and the request was fulfilled. Warm buns and better preceded the meal, and were welcome. Few restaurants do this anymore. I had the veal escalope, which was tougher that expected -- overcooked, perhaps. It came with a bunch of sweetbreads, which were tasteless. It also came with morels and slugs of minced veal, which were wonderful. The scallop dish was perfect. The rhubarb dessert was disappointing; we left most of rhubarb.
I have been dining at Cafe Boulud Toronto for many years. It is unfailingly consistent. Unpretentious food executed perfectly every time. The wait staff are as good as it gets. Never disappointed here.
The servers and manager went above and beyond to make my mom's birthday lunch special. Also the rotisserie chicken salad is delicious! And the dessert they brought out (raspberry chocolate cake was the perfect way to end our meal) Thank you!
One of my favourite places to go for a special brunch. The service is fantastic, and even though we aren't there in 2 years, our server remembered us. The prix fix brunch has a great amount of options - but come hungry. I like the addition of the ham and gruyere savoury crepe, and loved the beef tartar. Make sure to order the beignets!
Beautiful experience. Everything beautifully executed. My one disappointment was the Cod with chorizo. Chorizo was dry and leant no flavour to the dish. Beautiful presentation on this main but no flavour impact. All other aspects of the meal were well done.
I had heard this restaurant was great, I did not expect it to be one of the best dining experiences of my life though. When I say my husband and I were blown away, I mean we can't stop talking about how amazing this place was! Our server Deon was so kind and attentive. The head bartender Sebastian has put together an incredible cocktail menu. And on top of that, the food was fantastic! We did the duck for two and the steak tartare and didn't think we could eat anymore afterwards, but I'm glad we tried the dessert. The madelines were superb! We're adding this to our “must go” list for any time we are back in Toronto!
Lovely evening from the time we were greeted at the entrance. The food was really lovely. We had the charcuterie board - wagon rolled around and the most charming young gentleman from France served us and told us about all the items which had all been made in house. We had lovely cocktails before dinner and then both of us very much enjoyed our entrees. It was a very elegant and refined but accessible evening, ie not stuffy at al. the room had a great buzz and the service was superlative. An excellent experience.
A Poem dedicated to Cafe Boulud: As I enter into the grand Four Season, As I indulge myself into the rare ambience of Cafe Boulud, I am, Greeted by the Elegant Alexis, Hosted by the Majestic Zachary, Enlightened by the Insightful Anna, Entertained by the Humorous Chris, Inspired by the modest Hakim, This night was not just about dinner, It was a story of personalities, Knowing each individual, The story of the beginning and the realm of character, of sweetness, of smile, of appreciation, of knowledge, of warmth, of humour, of humility, of humanity, of delight, of joy, Truly this was a gift from the divine, from the world of the unseen, I find happiness in this experience, Tranquility, a sense of calm, a sense of reflection in the moments, in the seconds, Contemplating of this miraculous journey, A glorious end to the day.
Welcomed at the entrance by two amazing hostess to be served by Zachary with such elegance, simplicity and positive energy revived myself back to a sense of tranquility and a state of emotional balance.
Excellent food & service as always. I've been there before but not my sister ,so It was a birthday lunch for her & she was ‘over the moon' with the whole experience ! And, as always, I also had a fab time.
Restaurantji Recommends
Reception and food servers were excellent and helpful. Seating was in a long row in a bench format which was a bit sterile. Tasting Menu - Amuse-Bouche were excellent - Crevette-Avocat were excellent - Poulpe was tough - Foie gras was extra smooth but lacked taste - Tartare de Boeuf was excellent - Saumon Royale and Coquille St. Jacques were average - Tournedos were not as tender as expected - Desserts were good but not exceptional There was a focus on sauces for each of the courses. There were all good to okay but overall didn't add a great deal to the taste. Good food should be able to stand on its own for taste in any case. For the price had hoped for more.
Stepping foot into Cafe Boulud, we were greeted by a band of merry staff members that instantly turned our lunch from regular to legendary! It was as if we'd crossed the threshold of our own homes, with the added bonus of no dishes to wash afterward. The atmosphere cuddled us like our favorite blankie on a chilly evening, and boy, was it the perfect backdrop for the feast about to unfold. Now, about the edible art we were served — to say that it was anything less than a culinary carnival would be a grave understatement. It felt like each plate that sashayed to our table was in the running for a "Best in Flavor" award. The chefs back there must've been wizards, or at least attended Hogwarts, because with each bite, we were bewitched, body and soul. We didn't just eat; we embarked on a gastronomic odyssey that had us sailing the high seas of deliciousness, reluctant to dock back to reality. By the end, our bellies were full, our spirits high, and we left Cafe Boulud not merely stuffed, but spellbound. Suffice to say, a simple 'bon appétit' just doesn't cut it for the epicurean escapade we enjoyed! Christian Wehrli A Swiss Storyteller in Canada
First time attending the Easter Brunch. Highly impressed. Service was impeccable as always. The 3 buffet stations were amazing ontop of the regular 2 set course. I left so full I needed a nap.
Enjoyed our brunch very much. Attentive service from Iana. We were all quite full after the two-course menu and a couple of small desserts, so didn't take advantage of the carving or waffle stations. Anna, the sommelier, is wonderful also!
We had an amazing Easter bunch. 2 course menu (appetizer and main) plus a lamb table, waffle table and dessert bar. I would highly recommend the short ribs and steak and eggs. Probably the best steak and eggs I ever had. Perfectly cooked. The champagne mimosas are also perfect. Lamb is also amazing. Waffle is ok but the dessert table is absolutely beautiful and delicious. Coffees are also perfect too. The price is not cheap but worth every penny. Will definitely go back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5