While it may seem easy to get lost while walking below Toronto’s towering glass and concrete, viewing the city in all its glory from a different vantage point can offer both perspective and inspiration. When it comes to wining and dining, Toronto is full of sky-high spots that offer incredible views of the city from all directions, for the ultimate elevated experience. Here are the best Toronto restaurants and bars with a view.
10 Best Toronto Restaurants & Bars With A View
1. AP Restaurant
While the prime restaurant real estate on the 51st floor of the Manulife Centre has changed hands a few times in recent decades, one thing has remained the same: dinner or drinks here comes with a side of sweeping city views. The sprawling space is now home to AP Restaurant and helmed by celebrity chef Antonio Park, who impresses diners with a menu of Latin-Asian goodness. The sophisticated spot offers panoramic views from its two terraces.
Location: 55 Bloor Street West, 51st floor. Find more info here.
2. Writer’s Room at the Park Hyatt
The subdued and sultry Writer’s Room rooftop bar at the Park Hyatt Toronto has always been a no-fail date spot (or any occasion, really). A 2021-completed renovation gave the space a design-forward facelift to complement its expertly crafted cocktails and upscale eats. Aside from its distinctive vibe, the best thing about this spot is its sweeping south-facing city views, which are best enjoyed from its breezy terrace.
Location: 4 Avenue Road. Find more info here.
3. The Rooftop at The Broadview Hotel
In the city’s east end, The Broadview Hotel is full of both talking points – thanks to nods to its former home of infamous strip club, Jilly’s – and stunning unobstructed views of the Toronto skyline. The eclectic boutique hotel’s glassy Rooftop Bar offers a 360-degree glass façade, pyramidal skylight, and terrace to bring stellar views to match its cocktails and sharable bites.
Location: 106 Broadview Avenue. Find more info here.
4. Harriet’s Toronto
Perched atop 1 Hotel – formerly the Thompson Toronto – Harriet’s Toronto offers stunning city views from its sophisticated window-filled lounge and dining spaces, terrace, and famous outdoor infinity pool. Here, a DJ is a staple most of the time, champagne glasses are clinking, and the city’s stylish mingles over share plates of the Japanese-inspired fare.
Location: 550 Wellington Street West. Find more info here.
5. Kōst
Those in the market to see and be seen while they sip and savour will find it all at the swanky and pretty people-filled Kōst, located on the 44th floor of the Bisha Hotel. Inspired by the Baja Peninsula, the spot invites guests to escape to the California coastline, with al fresco dining and a famous infinity pool that’s backed by stunning city and lake views.
Location: 80 Blue Jays Way. Find more info here.
6. Lavelle
For a weekend party vibe that feels more like Vegas than Toronto, hit Lavelle. Packed with stylish 20 and 30-somethings, this view-filled rooftop spot sits 16 storeys above the city and features a lounge bar, restaurant that serves up Peruvian/Japanese fare, and – the star of the show – a sprawling swimming pool backed by city views.
Location: 627 King Street West. Find more info here.
7. Valerie
Located at the top of the sleek Hotel X,Valerie offers three floors of different experiences – with the common denominator being stunning views and Japanese-inspired snacks. This includes a 27th floor live lounge, a 28th floor sushi bar, and a 29th floor seasonal rooftop that’s complete with an infinity pool with views of the soothing lake.
Location: 111 Princes’ Boulevard. Find more info here.
8. Don Alfonso 1890
For the ultimate splurge – and stunning views everywhere from your table to the futuristic bathrooms – hit the celebrated Don Alfonso 1890.The Michelin Star spot sits on top of the Westin Harbour Castle hotel and brings a scenic fine dining experience and was named the second-best Italian restaurant in the world in January, according to the Italy Top 50 list.
Location: 1 Harbour Square. Find more info here.
9. Canoe
Located in the heart of the Financial District atop of the TD Bank Centre, Canoe offers stunning views of the city to accompany its memorable fare from beloved Canadian restaurant group, Oliver and Bonacini. This spot is known for its fancy fare – including an opulent tasting menu – but also features an elevated bar with creative cocktails to sip with the backdrop of city views.
Location: 66 Wellington Street. Find more info here.
10. Victor Rooftop
In the warmer months, diners at Le Germain Hotel on Mercer Street can surround immerse themselves with city views on the 11th floor Victor Rooftop. The seasonal outdoor oasis offers an intimate vibe and upscale small dishes, and is complete with a fireplace and stunning vantage points of the CN Tower.
Location: 30 Mercer Street. Find more info here.
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