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Quetzal

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CAN$51 and over
Mexican
419 College St, Toronto, ON M5T 1T1

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Quetzal

4.8
CAN$51 and over
Mexican
Little Italy / College St.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
At Quetzal, we celebrate regional Mexican cuisine, inspired by traditional flavours and cooking styles, all cooked over a 28 foot-long open fire that runs the span of the hot line.  Traditional moles, sauces and little-known native ingredients are transported to Toronto and infused with the bounty of local Ontario and Canadian produce, for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Quetzal is located at the corner of College & Bathurst, at the edges of four Toronto hotspot neighbourhoods: Little Italy, Kensington Market, Harbord Village, and the Annex.

Quetzal has earned some of the industry’s highest honours, including ranking No. 7 on the 2026 North America’s Best Restaurants list, maintaining a One Michelin Star since the inaugural Toronto guide in 2022, and being named No. 4 on Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants list in 2026.

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    MICHELIN 1 Star2026
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    MICHELIN 1 Star2025
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    MICHELIN 1 Star2024

From the OpenTable editors: Fire-kissed flavours from a wood-burning grill and lesser-seen Mexican dishes that go beyond tacos and tostadas earned Quetzal a MICHELIN star. A creative cocktail menu centred on tequila and mezcal, plus a curvy, eye-catching ceiling that channels a Mexican market, complete the restaurant’s ultra-cool vibe.

Executive chef: Steven Molnar

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Grill, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (647) 347-3663
  • Website
    https://www.quetzaltoronto.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    419 College St, Toronto, ON M5T 1T1
  • Award-winning
    1. OpenTable Icons 2026
    2. OpenTable Icons 2025
    3. OpenTable Icons 2024
    4. MICHELIN 1 Star 2026
    5. MICHELIN 1 Star 2025
    6. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    7. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
  • Area
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Cross Street
    College Street and Bathurst Street
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

Experiences

  • COCKTAIL BAR

    1 - 2 people

    Multiple dates available
    1–2 guests Order à la carte or enjoy our curated menu. Dine at our cocktail bar and enjoy service from our award-winning bar team while experiencing Quetzal from a unique perspective. Please note that all seating at the cocktail bar is on bar-height stools. If you anticipate discomfort for the duration of your meal, we recommend reserving a different area of the restaurant, as we are unlikely to have alternative seating available for same-day changes. Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions in advance so that we may best accommodate you.
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  • CHEF'S COUNTER

    1 - 2 people

    Multiple dates available
    1-2 Guests Order à la carte or enjoy our curated menu. Join us for dinner at one of Toronto's most unique dining experiences, seated directly in front of our 28-foot open-fire kitchen. Guests at the Chef's Counter enjoy an intimate view of the action, with a front-row seat to the sights, sounds, and energy of our kitchen. Please note that due to the proximity to the fire, this area can become quite warm and smoky. We encourage guests to keep this in mind when booking and to dress accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat or smoke, or have any respiratory conditions, we strongly recommend reserving a different area of the restaurant, as we are unlikely to have alternative seating available for same-day changes. Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions in advance so that we may best accommodate you.
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  • DINING ROOM

    2 - 6 people

    Multiple dates available
    2–6 guests Order à la carte or enjoy our curated menu. Join us in our dining room at a standard-height table. A defining feature of Quetzal is our 28-foot open-fire kitchen, which runs the length of the restaurant and is used to cook nearly every dish we serve. As a result, the dining room may become warm at times. We encourage guests to keep this in mind when booking and to dress accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat or smoke, please contact us after making your reservation and we will do our best to accommodate you in a cooler area of the restaurant. Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions in advance so that we may best accommodate you.
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Reviews

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4.8

4.8
(1671)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Mexican

  • Toronto

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Quetzal delights diners with "amazing food" and "excellent service," offering a vibrant atmosphere and standout dishes like bone marrow, scallops, and lamb empanadas. The curated menu and "fantastic cocktails" elevate the experience, with attentive staff making it a memorable destination. It's a must-visit for lovers of innovative cuisine.
1,670 Reviews

  1. Shaun

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This has been my favourite restaurant in Toronto since before covid, and my 7th time visiting. I dined last night solo at the chefs counter. It was my wife and I wedding anniversary, but we recently seperated. Aside from the comfort I felt from the food as well as the warm fire from the kitchen, the hospitality staff showed me really made what was a hard day a memorable one.

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  2. Eli

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The overall experience was good, but our server was not very attentive. We picked the curated menu and to be honest, I expected a little bit more. The taste is fine but most of the dishes were on the sour side. Love the two desserts though, very refreshing and surprising. And shout out to this one girl, she has lightened up the experience. I didn’t get her name but she has these pretty tattoos, please give her a raise! Not planning to visit again anytime soon. Michelin.. hmm I would say tbd 👀

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  3. Hannah

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Quetzal’s ambiance was beautiful, minimalist, and chic, and the food was easily one of the best meals I’ve had in Toronto. From the smoky, chocolatey charred kanpachi and crispy memela tostada to the fall-off-the-bone lamb empanada, the perfectly grilled octopus, and the surprisingly juicy, addictive pork secreto al pastor, everything was delicious. The cocktails were equally creative, particularly the Sin Moda Mexicana and Nitro Miso Carajillo. The strawberry tres leches cake was good, but didn’t quite measure up to the rest of the meal, it was missing fresh strawberries. Unfortunately, service was where the experience fell flat. It’s great to pride yourself on being a Michelin Guide restaurant, but where is the Michelin hospitality? We felt rushed to order from the moment we sat down, and the recommendations we received were overly technical, focusing on ingredients rather than flavour profiles, what we could expect to taste, or how dishes might complement one another. For context, I was celebrating my graduation, and I wanted to enjoy the evening with my friends and celebrate this huge milestone. Our server never really took the time to connect with us or ask what brought us in. I wasn’t necessarily looking for more time to decide; I was looking for thoughtful guidance, genuine engagement, and a sense of hospitality. The other servers who brought our food were LOVELY, personable, and engaging. At the end of the day, guests remember how you make them feel. think the biggest opportunity for Quetzal lies in balancing prestige with warmth.

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  4. Luiza Gold

    Toronto / Ontario7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time at Quetzal and it turned out to be even better than the first. We did the tasting menu last time and decided to go a la carte this time to try some new dishes. Everything was delicious! We will be coming back.

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  5. Marc-Antoine

    Paris2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing experience! The tasting menu was mind blowing, especially the oysters, the black cod and the mushrooms.

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  6. Daniel

    Toronto / Ontario13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An incredible meal from start to finish. Creative, unique and most importantly, truly delicious. The service is the best I've experienced in Toronto -- shout out to Farabi and George especially.

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  7. Nancy

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding food and loved having the open kitchen. One of my all time favorites

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  8. Alexandre

    Toronto / Ontario9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely phenomenal meal. The team there has it all figured out. Will return as soon as I am back in Toronto.

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  9. Andy

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent service food and vibes . Server was attentive and kind

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  10. Sam

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 15 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service! The scallops with tajin and garlic sauce are amazing. Loved the lamb empanadas too.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Grill, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (647) 347-3663
  • Website
    https://www.quetzaltoronto.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    419 College St, Toronto, ON M5T 1T1
  • Award-winning
    1. OpenTable Icons 2026
    2. OpenTable Icons 2025
    3. OpenTable Icons 2024
    4. MICHELIN 1 Star 2026
    5. MICHELIN 1 Star 2025
    6. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    7. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
  • Area
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Cross Street
    College Street and Bathurst Street
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

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FAQs

Yes, Quetzal is Michelin‑recognised (maintaining a One Michelin Star since the Toronto guide’s start) and appears on major lists, including North America’s Best Restaurants and Canada’s 100 Best in 2026.

Quetzal centres around an open, fire‑focused kitchen, a 28‑foot open fire runs the hot line, and many guests praise the chef’s counter and bar seats for the up‑close experience; reviewers also note warm, smoky aromas and an intimate, sometimes loud, dining room.

Quetzal follows a Casual Dress guideline, neat, comfortable clothing is appropriate, with nothing formal required.

Quetzal welcomes private parties, contact the restaurant to arrange a private gathering and details.

Portions at Quetzal tend to be generous, guests commonly report leaving comfortably full and note the tasting/curated menus include many substantial dishes.

Yes, Quetzal is a popular choice for special evenings: guests celebrate anniversaries and birthdays there and praise the attentive service, tasting menu, and intimate chef‑counter experience.

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Quetzal

4.8
CAN$51 and over
Mexican
Little Italy / College St.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
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