Vegan
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Mexican
Gluten-free
Serving Mexican cuisine made from plant-based ingredients. The food pays homage to the cooks in Mexico, with the influence of Oaxaca and Mexico City. Among the menu choices are tacos with braised hibiscus flowers, green ceviche tostadas, broccoli tamal, sangria, and cocktails. and Est. 2020. Open Tue-Thu 5:00pm-10:00pm, Fri-Sat 5:00pm-11:00pm, Sun 5:00pm-10:00pm.
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- Outdoor seating
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- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 20 Oct 2023 by villain
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Added by Veganartisan on 29 Jul 2020
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31 Reviews
First Review by desArray
MaximeJuneau
Points +501
Great experience - Edit
We tried the 5 courses meal and it worth it! Nice place, good service, good food. Wine pairing is good too.
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MarlaWilks
Points +109
Excellent experience - Edit
We had the pickled mushroom tostada, Amarillo mole, and taco platter with hibiscus. The tostada and hibiscus taco were my favorite! The cocktails and service were also top notch. I highly recommend!
Read morePros: Beautiful presentation , Excellent service
Cons: Was off the beaten path from our hotel
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yingsi
Points +90
Authentic Mexican food - Edit
I had the taco platter and the 3 course summerlicious menu last summer. Venue is great, cozy atmosphere, nice presentation. Food is on the spicier side, portion sizes are on the smaller side but still decent enough
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nmich
Points +882
Everything was perfect - Edit
Heard mixed reviews about this place and was about to pass on it, but I’m so glad I didn’t. Went here for a date night and we both thoroughly enjoyed everything. Each dish was flavourful and unlike anything I’ve tried before. Our waiter was attentive and informative, without being intrusive. Nice ambience and decor.
Read moreIt is upscale, so of course it’s a bit expensive - but definitely worth the experience! I would definitely come back for another date night or special occasion.
PS. The dish with the hibiscus taco was on Planted Expo’s blog for top Toronto dishes. Great recommendation!
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villain
Points +8173
Perfect - Edit
I wasn't sure if I was going to come here or not, because some reviews said it isn't worth the price. But I think La Bartola is totally worth it and now I want to come back ASAP. Everything we tried was perfect. All the food was good, every drink was good, the service and ambiance were nice too.
Read moreSome of the food took a while to come out, but I'm glad they weren't rushing it. The flavors were perfect.
I highly recommend the White Mole. The Oaxacan Tetela was very enjoyable, too. The Pineapple Tamal for dessert was super interesting and yummy, I had never had anything like it before!
Updated from previous review on 2023-11-17
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ElissaBVegan
Points +2599
Authentic Upscale Mexican Fare - Edit
Lovely atmosphere, attentive service and interesting and delicious vegan Mexican food. So wonderful that it has Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition, which is well deserved. See my photos for more.
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Excellent service and relaxing atmosphere , Delicious
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LisaSpykers
Points +7337
Creative and unique Mexican dining - Edit
What makes La Bartola stand out is their fancy and creative twist on traditional Mexican food: not something you find very often. That comes with a hefty price tag. However, it was worth a visit. The vegetables used in the mole and pepian were not your regular ones (celeriac, a type of amazing mushroom, a sweet parsnip, and a few I couldn't identify) and the presentation was beautiful. The vegetables in the dishes were grilled to perfection and the flavors of the white mole created a unique taste that couldn't be attributed to a single ingredient. The pistachio pepian didn't really taste like pistachios either. The tacos were also very tasty although there should be an option to provide spicier salsa for the tacos. This was the mildest Mexican meal I've ever eaten!
Read moreThe drinks are well-crafted and the service very good. Definitely worth a visit at least once. Would love to try more things on the menu but it isn't a place I could afford to go to often. 4.5
Updated from previous review on 2023-09-16
Pros: Creativity , Presentation
Cons: Pricey, Small portions
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LaurieDee
Points +2673
Wonderful - Edit
Totally deserving of their Michelin star! Worth the detour.
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MikeWigmore
Points +327
Great Bites, Good Vibes - Edit
Everything about this place is so great.
Read moreThe food was amazing and the staff was so friendly and offered some great suggestions.
Also who knew braised hibiscus was not only a thing but also tasty af?!
Can’t wait to come back!
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js-toronto
Points +1018
Upscale and delicious - Edit
The food here is so good! I’ve been three times and it hasn’t missed. The white mole is heavenly. I also recommend the taco tasting. Really fun and creative cocktails! The atmosphere is surprisingly casual for a place with high end prices, but the taste and quality of the food justifies the price. Good place for a special night out.
Read morePros: Taste, Cocktails, Fresh
Cons: Price, 2 tour table limit enforced
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Isabelmoo
Points +72
Delicious - Edit
Amazing food, presentation. especially love the taco taster platter!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-04-26
Pros: Great food, Cozy atmosphere
Cons: Expensive
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alexsevigny
Points +92
Excellent vegan Mexican in Toronto! - Edit
Another wonderful meal at La Bartola, one of the best plant-based restaurants I have been to. So great to see a plant-based version of Mexican food in Toronto. Lovely location as well, decorations are welcoming and interesting. Staff is friendly and informative. The white mole was particularly good, as was the taco sampler plate. Particularly impressed with the cocktail menu, which is full of delights to discover.
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lamarks
Points +364
LOVED it but can't justify price - Edit
Really delicious. It lived up to the hype for me. The quality of ingredients was high and the dishes were so tasty. However, I think I would rarely return because I can't justify the cost for the portion size and for the ingredients used (e.g, corn, potatoes). I understand that you're paying for the creativity and the dishes they've been able to make but it's a lot of money for a little bit of food.
Read morePros: Delicious and high quality food, Unique combinations , Very nice restaurant inside
Cons: Expensive
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LaneErickson
Points +157
Beautiful presentation, decent food - Edit
I’ve had too many better vegan tacos for 25% the price… I’m a tough customer! But it is a solid option for sure.
Read morePros: Many options , Food tasted good , Great cocktails!
Cons: Food wasn’t TOO special , Pretty expensive
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kbw5044
Points +1236
Upscale Mexican dining - Edit
Really good and unique Mexican food. A bit pricey though.
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Heidical
Points +115
Delicious Tacos - Edit
We were excited to eat here for dinnerand were not dissapointed. The tacos were delicious and so was the pickled mushroom tostada. Highly recommend the margarita flight as well!
Read morePros: Yummy drinks, Lots of choice, Delicious!
Cons: None
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bean00
Points +16
I would also sell my soul for a meal at La Bartola - Edit
My partner and I had our date night at La Bartola while visiting Toronto. The staff was so friendly and attentive, the decor tasteful and engaging, but the FOOD. The food was out of this world. Textures, temperatures, tastes were all incredible. Will 100% return.
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Dr.Mattastic
Points +18
I’d sell my soul for a meal at La Bartola - Edit
La Bartola is an outstanding 100% vegan Mexican restaurant with super friendly and accommodating staff. The food doesn’t just taste great, it’s also presented with style and the flavour combinations make you wonder why you would eat anywhere else ever. A non-vegan coworker from Mexico was struggling to find good Mexican food here in Toronto so I recommended La Bartola and they absolutely loved it. If you go, and you don’t like the food, I urge you to rush to the nearest hospital because there is likely something seriously wrong with your tastebuds and it could be life threatening.
Read morePros: All vegan and all unbelievably delicious , Great presentation (food and drinks), Friendly and inviting
Cons: I wish I lived closer
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SuanChinYeo
Points +176
Lovely experience - Edit
We came here because we were forced to cancel our Mexico trip.
Read morePricey yes, but an absolute experience. Food was delicious and unusual, some special ingredients include cactus fruit, pine nuts, hibiscus sauce, avocado ice cream. Omg the avocado ice cream!
Everything tastes different from food you can conventionally get at other restaurants. Worth it!
Pros: Delicious, Different from most restaurants
Cons: Expensive, but well worth it
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cecilia27
Points +38
Creative and delicious - Edit
The food was amazing and beautifully plated. Great service. Beautiful venue.
Read morePros: creative Mexican dishes, completely plants!, loved the decor
Cons: a bit pricey, portions are small
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XOXO
Points +1792
Might had caught them on a bad night - Edit
The red mole wasn’t that good, the tamal was dry but good. The white mole with some hard root vegetable was good flavor but the parsnip was so hard in the middle (and to big for the tortillas) that 1/3 of the dish was inedible. This was a take out, so maybe that was the issue? I’m willing to give them another try though.
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socialherbivore
Points +29
Upscale, authentic Mexican cuisine - Edit
Really love what Chef Ivan is doing here. The flavours go way beyond your typical tacos and burritos. They are refined and elegant, the dishes plated beautifully and every dish was totally unique. Also loved the space!
Read morePros: Unique food , Great cocktails
Cons: A bit cold from back door opening repeatedly
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Bailey88
Points +184
An experience - Edit
I’ve been to Mexico several times and have not eaten like this. Absolutely incredible, thoughtful dishes. A must visit.
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Not sure my guru Dr. Greger knows about braised hibiscus flowers.
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ghansman
Points +1039
Good dining experience. Limited menu. - Edit
Overall, this was an enjoyable dining experience. The server was fantastic, and very knowledgeable about all dishes served. Menu is fairly limited, and not all dishes lived up to anticipation. Restaurant is relatively new on Toronto dining scene, having opened up just before pandemic started. There is definitely great potential.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-08-29
Pros: Service. Ambiance.
Cons: Somewhat Expensive. Menu is limited.
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goldconch
Points +497
Elite level dining experience - Edit
IMO, one of the top restaurants, not just in Toronto, but in Canada. This is Michelin-star creativity, all vegan and gf, unleashed in authentic Mexican style. If Pujol where plant-based, and transported from CDMX to Toronto, this might approximate. Ivan and his team will deserve the acclaim that will surely follow. Bravo!
Read morePros: All vegan an gf, Fantastic creative cocktails, 5 star service and presentation
Cons: Sad when the food was gone!
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DanielleGomes
Points +109
Outstanding - Edit
I’ve been to Mexico twice, the first time I was not vegan and the second time I was. This is the closest toronto has to the vegan food I loved in Playa. The tortillas are so fresh and the fillings are very creative. Props to chef and the team for the menu. It was the perfect way for me to celebrate my 30th birthday during covid.
Read morePros: Amazing taste, Eco packaging , Traditional Mexican cuisine
Cons: Expensive
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ferocious_vegan
Points +219
Next level Mexican - Edit
Had one of the best meals in recent years at La Bartola! The staff were very attentive and helpful in offering suggestions and answering questions, the decor is so stylish and beautiful (great spot for a date night), they have an outdoor front and patio as well which is great during Covid times. And the food is beyond amazing! I was blown away by the hibiscus tacos, it had such complex flavors and textures, nothing like I have had before, I'm still thinking about it days afterwards. My partner loved the jackfruit tacos as did I. Another stand out for me was the mole. The food presentation was also notable. The cocktails were really standout as well. And I personally feel the prices are very reasonable for the service/experience. I really feel this is a serious contender for best vegan restaurant in Toronto!
Read morePros: Unique flavor profiles, Great ambiance
Cons: None
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