BAR PRIMA serves Modern Italian cooking on Queen St W, with craft cocktails and a 2025 Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants ranking at No. 57.
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- Address
- 1136 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1J3, Canada
- Phone
- +1 647-347-9697
- Website
- barprima.ca
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Canada’s 100 Best No. 57 in 2025
Canada’s 100 Best placed the restaurant at No. 57 in 2025. Its independent Modern Italian format gives readers a Toronto dinner option with national restaurant recognition and a defined culinary lane.
Lobster fra diavola and craft cocktails
Lobster fra diavola, swordfish piccata, and pappardelle al ragu frame the menu. Craft cocktails, smart casual dress, upscale casual service, leisurely pacing, and conversational noise suit a planned dinner with room to talk.
A Pricing-First Comparison
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAR PRIMA | West Queen West, Modern Italian | $$$ | ||
| Primadonna | Fashion District, Italian-American | $$$ | , | |
| Piano Piano Restaurant | $$$ | , | Leslieville, Polished Italian Pizza and Pasta | |
| Stelvio | Little Italy, Northern Italian Lombardy | $$$ | , | |
| Rimini Rimini | $$$ | , | Allenby, Authentic Italian Seafood & Pasta | |
| Nodo Junction | $$$ | , | The Junction, Casual Italian Pizza and Pasta |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Canada's 100 Best Restaurants #57
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At a Glance
- Elegant
- Romantic
- Sophisticated
- Intimate
- Cozy
- Trendy
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Open Kitchen
- Craft Cocktails
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 5–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 5–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–10 PM
- Thursday
- 5–11 PM
- Friday
- 5–11 PM
- Saturday
- 5–11 PM
- Sunday
- 5–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Dimly lit with amber Murano glass, blue leather booths, mahogany, and gold accents creating a moody, ornate, and retro atmosphere.