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Coffee Oysters Champagne

Restaurant Cafe Bar Coffee store Cocktail bar Wine bar

Swanky pink-&-gold-hued restaurant & cocktail bar offering bubbles, oysters, caviar & coffee drinks. People often mention experience, service, champagne, night, good, amazing, time, staff, drinks, great,


Address

214 King St W Basement Level 1, Toronto, ON M5H 3S6, Canada

Website

www.sipshucksip.com

Contact

+1 416-408-4044

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 4 pm to 2 am
  • Wednesday: 4 pm to 2 am
  • Thursday: 4 pm to 2 am
  • Friday: 4 pm to 2 am
  • Saturday: 4 pm to 2 am
  • Sunday: Closed

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: experience (29) service (22) champagne (18) night (15) good (15) amazing (13) time (13) staff (12) drinks (12) great (11)
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  • 5/5 DrewTube 10 months ago on Google • 606 reviews
    One of the better places I’ve been in a while. The entrance is below the street level. This is a dining experience you can have where you can eat, enjoy the company and not have to worry about taking photos of your food Food was amazing!! Oysters were delicious . I will be back to try some more other options . Shout out to Graham (like the cracker) - they made our experience there so much better!! Hope to get the same service next time I’m there Ask for the champagne tour ;)
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 x H. 1 year ago on Google
    I thought this would be a nice place to bring one of my friends, who has some mental health challenges. Unfortunately, we were treated like second class citizens almost immediately. Staff needs training on inclusivity as the discrimination I witnessed was very upsetting.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Alan C. 2 years ago on Google
    Great concept, the portal was an interesting transition, interesting decor, staff was nice with great service except for some weird confusion around asking us if we're interested in the extra room experience and throughout the night repeatedly asserting that yes we're interested and making sure we're still in the queue, only to be told that our time is up and the experience is not available to us because we decided to decline, weird, considering nobody gave any hints about declining the experience, and that was the end of that.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Patrick B. 1 year ago on Google
    The service was very strange. Had a reservation, was told to get a drink and wait, and that someone would bring us inside, but no one ever did. I don’t think I’ve ever felt this invisible. I asked several times but was quickly brushed away. We had to go back outside, waited in line again, and repeated my reservation to get someone’s attention. It’s quite impressive that they managed to confuse me to the point where I didn’t even get annoyed, I was just so confused.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jon C. 1 year ago on Google
    I don’t want to give anything away but I will say that I highly recommend the champagne tour. Being my first time, I had no idea what to expect. It was certainly a lot more interesting than I’d anticipated. Truly something you must experience for yourself. The espresso martini we had when we first got in the door was pretty delightful as well. Well worth a visit for anyone who enjoys a little unexpected hidden fun.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 jh a. 1 year ago on Google • 106 reviews
    This is a speakeasy bar but somehow it is bigger on the inside than the storefront. Service was a bit slow but understandable for a busy friday night. Cocktails tasted quite bland and were on the pricier end. The shrimp dish was tasty and the brie cheese dish was a sweet surprise! Really impressed by the art deco style on the inside. Pictures were not allowed inside. I recommend this place to anyone who enjoys lively but elegant ambience however the noise level went up as the night went on.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Phillip Salvador L. 9 months ago on Google • 380 reviews
    COC as I call it. Easy to miss as it's on the bottom floor, but once you find it, it's like a hidden gem. Beautiful interior with an eclectic style this place is unique, even with its own speakeasy at the back which opens up after 17:00. We came here for a quick order of half dozen west coast oysters (Kush) served with a side of Red Vermouth and cocktail.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Pauline De G. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the weirdest bar experiences I've ever had. My friends and I dropped in for cocktails and wondered about the secret room. We had no plans of going in there, we were sitting at the front. My friend was curious about the secret room and Googled photos of it. A server must have been watching her phone because right away she came up and told her those photos should not be online. Like okay, we didn't post it. You guys should keep watch of your socials if it matters that much. When people were entering the secret room without a server with them someone would literally run after them and kick them out in front of everyone. Those people had reservations too. When we were about to leave a random server we didn't interact with the entire night started asking for our names. He probably thought we didn't pay for our drinks? But how would he know, he didn't serve us. Just a bunch of weird things happened while we were there for an hour. The vibe they're trying to sell is elitist. I don't even want to come back to see the secret room, service was so underwhelming. At least the cocktails were good.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carol M. 1 year ago on Google
    a great place for dinner before a show or anytime you want to enjoy good food and champagne. the coffee was perfect, the oysters were delicious and the champagne was amazing. this is one place that lives up to its name. a must try!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hilda O. 6 months ago on Google • 167 reviews
    Had a great experience here. Seating is limited, so it's best to have reservations. Drinks are decently priced. The service is great. We tried two types of oysters, but I really liked the strawberry one. Check out the speakeasy. You'll see people headed to the back where it is.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amy 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to go for drinks with friends, the oysters are delicious! Definitely recommend east west oysters, really good ice wine. Thank you!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Julie Anne L. 1 year ago on Google
    A Toi, the speakeasy behind Coffee Oysters Champagne, offers a fun experience and a well crafted cocktail list. They also offer a large array of champagne. I've been to this spot a handful of times, and each was unique. They offer a fresh array of entertainment for their guests, a delicious small bites, and all the exclusivity you're hoping for from a speakeasy.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Annie H. 3 months ago on Google • 48 reviews New
    What an amazing speakeasy! I came once but didn’t realize where the speakeasy was. This time, I asked for a champagne tour. There’s a whole story before getting in that makes it super fun. No pictures or filming allowed. We loved the drinks and ambiance. Drinks are super expensive though.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Benita L. 1 year ago on Google
    met up with a friend and had a little treat at this hidden away place...Coffee Oyster Champagne... an innovative dining experience with a lovely subdued atmosphere ..... think of a 1930's avant-garde Parisienne interior .. Graham and his regal crew treated us to our requested Negroni's .. delicious shrimp...frites with black garlic aoili .... and mushroom croquettes; these were the little morsel bombs of the meal...in that they were amazing!!! 🤯😋😋..we ordered another plate!!... not huge portions but enough to share...clean bathrooms...you all would approve. Nice place✌️👌☝️👍 NOTE: This venue has many scheduled events on their online show calendar, so check there first before booking any reservation which is highly important.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Laura S. 7 months ago on Google
    Both times I've been here I've been overcharged on my bill! And didn't get a full refund on the price difference. Each time I had bad to mediocre service and for just okay food. The first time was for my birthday and it was a very sour end to the night and this time was for a business lunch. This place has a pretty aesthetic and nothing more. Will never return again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Victoria De C. 6 months ago on Google
    I was referred by the Ritz Carlton when I asked about a Champagne Bar nearby, More of a bar that serves Champagne, not a Champagne lounge. Although there were 12 staff members, service was spotty. The wine I ordered was fine, served properly and in good stemware. The beef carpaccio was overpowered by the Parmesan topping. The fries were fine. This is a young bar, so if you are looking for a more refined experience to enjoy a bottle, this is not the spot. Still, it was lively, fun and “amazing”, which I was told has a new definition of “above good”, as in; is everything okay?, “yes, everything is fine”. “Amazing!” (As in great!) 🤫 Is this a Canadian thing?
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Veronika 7. 10 months ago on Google
    Such a cool experience!! So unique. You have to walk in through a hidden doors. Everything is a secret!! You enter into the 1920s. No pics allowed. Great cocktails and drinks. Another secret room inside where you can go for a fee and get a glass of champagne and experience being in 1920s for a few minutes . Nice atmosphere. Friendly staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sam S. 7 months ago on Google
    From the outside it is like a store with many bottles of champagne but inside and as soon as you walk in someone from staff will take you through a maze with hidden door waking for few meters and finding yourself back in the 1920 era in front of what it looks like a hotel reception. Another door opens and here you are ….. a bar with a style to kill. No pics allowed but I got some. We sat at the bar and the servers there are gorgeous and helpful. Yusra was our server. Great cocktails and champagne. We had our steed too. This place is a must to visit. I missed it before now I will go again very soon
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Donna C. 2 months ago on Google • 13 reviews New
    I don’t usually write any negative reviews, but we had the worst experience as paying customers. After coming on several occasions, celebrating birthdays and promotions, entertaining clients and ordering bottle service - the staff treated us poorly tonight. They refused to let us sit at an empty table, claiming that they were “waiting” for a reservation. We would have been happy to order more drinks, tip and get back up when the reservation guests arrive. Despite several tables surrounding us remaining empty, they asked us to stand and continued to find ways to make us feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. We went out of our way tonight to get there in the cold weather and expected to have a good time. Instead, we will no longer be huge supporters and will not recommend this bar to anyone.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Ivel E. I. 1 year ago on Google
    The hostess was terrible at getting us a table even though we had reservations, so she sat us at the bar. She even went so far as to tell us an open table was reserved for "large" groups, and a couple, with no reservation, ended up sitting there. The ambiance was loud, crowded and not romantic at all. The only saving grace - our waiter was amazing! Skip this place if you are looking for a romantic dinner, or dinner-to-impress. And the "champagne tour" was a fall on your face gimmick.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Vanessa F. 1 year ago on Google
    Food and drinks were incredible and the only reasons for the two star review. The back of house and bar team work hard to perfect their skills and it shows. My low review is for the service. This was my third time dining at this restaurant and this time we had a large party of six. No one alerted us of the automatic gratuity of 20% and the service did not warrant this tip. For a $700 bill, you would expect care or interest in your patrons but we did not experience that. This was my friend’s birthday and I was honestly disappointed that there was no acknowledgement of this nor was there a standard level of customer service for the entirety of the experience. The server was inattentive and cold throughout our dining experience. When we addressed this concern, management said the tip was standard and that he was sorry that they did not inform us but that was not something they could remedy. He gave is his business card and blamed “a busy night” for why the service was terrible on a Tuesday. After speaking with the manager, the server was supremely rude to us (more so than she was throughout the night) and spoke condescendingly to my group. Overall, it was a really great experience despite the atrocious customer service which dampened every other aspect of us dining there.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Nadine V. 1 year ago on Google
    Cute little spot! Very picturesque . The service is good, we were taken good care of considering it being a Friday night. Unfortunately the oysters were done for the night , but the rest of the food was actually pretty good. Definitely a must try speakeasy, they will however ask you if you'd like to visit another "special room for $30" which includes a glass of champagne.. in my opinion , only fun if you're tipsy, which we were lol.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Samantha K. 1 year ago on Google
    Was looking for a place to propose to my partner and this couldnt have been better. Moody and romantic, with the best service I've ever had at a restaurant. The food was spectacular, and impressed us with every bite. I cant say enough good things about the staff- everyone helped make our night very special. If you're reading this, thank you for going above and beyond! we were delighted to be your first proposal.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cassidy L. 3 months ago on Google • 90 reviews New
    Went on a champagne tour and nice champagne, oysters, and cocktail bar! Never tried the coffee but it also looks good 😂! The price is definitely high, but the atmosphere and ambiance also feels bougie. The cocktails are unique and not something I'd be able to make at home, so to me that makes it worth the money. The service is also amazing and adds to the experience! The food was also surprisingly well! We ordered other stuff aside from oysters, like the frites, beef carpaccio, mushroom croquettes, and broccolini. If you get 1 drink and 1 food, it'll average out to $40-$50. I definitely would recommend this place for a girl's night or a group outting!! In terms of accessibility, I didn't see any parking but I'm sure there's underground parking somewhere, but it's easy to get to from the subway station. It is located on the lower level (ie. Below ground level). There are only stairs. (no ramp or elevator)

  • 1/5 Thanh Thiên N. 2 months ago on Google • 72 reviews New
    Place is decent. Food and Drink were good. Only the service was terrible communicating. We were waiting for more than an hour for the final room (you know what it is in case you don't want to spoil the theme on here). They told us only 20mins waiting time, ended up more than an hour without any resolution or checking up on us.

  • 5/5 Kateryna T. 3 months ago on Google • 31 reviews New
    We came on Tuesday night, didn’t expect much. As it was Tuesday, raining… but were very pleasantly surprised to see that they have “burlesque” show. Great atmosphere, something that have been missed nowadays! Def recommended to escape from boring regular bars!

  • 5/5 Seema S. 2 months ago on Google • 25 reviews New
    We went here for our anniversary in December, along with our adult children, for some champagne and cocktails. We were not disappointed! The atmosphere was whimsical and fun and a great start to our evening! The cocktails were outstanding and the small bites we ordered were excellent as well. Looking forward to going back again!

  • 5/5 Hailey C. 6 months ago on Google
    Loved the speakeasy feel of the whole place. Decor/ set up was stunning, music was perfect for me, cocktails were fabulous, food was good. Sitting at the bar was loud from the music but it was thoroughly entertaining watching the bartenders, mingling with other people. Bartenders made great drink suggestions. Loved how all the staff dressed. Get there early (6pm) if you want to go just for walk-in, otherwise it gets very packed in the later hours (8pm onwards). Heard there was a Cabernet show sometimes if you ask the right person.

  • 5/5 Weronika 1 year ago on Google
    This is one of the coolest cocktail bars in Toronto. There's an extensive drink menu and all the staff are super friendly and very knowledgeable, great vibe at this place. Not to mention the food is amazing too, Atoi specifically is a must-try for both locals and tourists. Definitely worth a visit!

  • 5/5 Stephen F. 5 months ago on Google
    Graeme was such a stud. He took amazing care of my party of 4. He was very positive, outgoing, and a charmer. The food and drinks were amazing, and he engaged with us in such a fun way that it made our night! Definitely coming back!

  • 2/5 Reece P. 5 months ago on Google
    Cocktails were fantastic and food was amazing but even when there were only 3 tables at the start of the night the service was horrendous. Hands down some of the worst service I have ever experienced and they had the audacity to auto grat our table of 6 20%. Waiting 45 minutes with empty drinks does not afford you the ability to force a tip on me. We chose this place for my wife's birthday and ended up leaving early to go to a brewery next door that had far better service. Would love to return for the atmosphere but will not because the service was so poor.

  • 3/5 Christina S. 5 months ago on Google
    This is a speakeasy. Can’t share the secret but if you manage to get in you can expect a unique place to drink and chill. Drinks are typical Toronto prices maybe more but that’s because they make really fancy drinks. I’d recommend booking a table for a place to sit. There was also a secret room IN the secret room where they charged you $30 for a few mins of a blast from the 1920s. Although it was a cool touch, we felt bamboozled. They made it sound so enticing but we were underwhelmed. I wouldn’t recommend falling for that marketing.

  • 5/5 Marah B. 5 months ago on Google
    Wow. This was a shocker!! I won’t say too much except this joint is not to be missed. Fantastic vibe. Fantastic food and great drinks. Love the whole concept❤️ Toronto’s best kept secret indeed!

  • 2/5 Jason P. 5 months ago on Google
    Service is a bit below average and prices are considerably higher. Kind of a cool place to see once. Some of the staff are super friendly and some are outright rude, so quite the mix :D Overall food tasted good and drinks were well made. Low in value, fun for a one time visit I suppose.

  • 5/5 Javed R. 1 year ago on Google
    0ne of the best places in Toronto to grab some amazingly crafted beverages. The bar manager Kyle and staff Alejandra , and candy connoisseur Andrew created an amazing experience and enjoyable cocktails. Would recommend. If you know, you know.

  • 4/5 BabyS 1 year ago on Google
    What an experience! Worth a try, the oysters were delicious so were all the other iteMs we ordered from menu. Overall my experience was nice and id definitely come back! they had live music and some sort of drag show which was really nice!

  • 5/5 Jen B. 6 months ago on Google
    Amazing experience. All of the staff were so committed to the atmosphere. We did a really cool tarot reading with Brett. Our server Graeme was absolutely incredible and totally made our night.

  • 5/5 Renardo Thompson (. 6 months ago on Google
    This was a cool awesome space . Especially the staff which also added to the theme. They paid attention to detail and their vibe added to the atmosphere. Which made the experience that much more enjoyable. Drinks are on the pricey side but they are flavourful and yummy . I felt like I got my money's worth.

  • 5/5 Sajni S. 2 years ago on Google
    Went on a Thursday evening (with reservation) and it was really easy to get in the queue for the champagne tour. Seating is a bit limited in the front but the vibe is nice. Loved the baked brie!

  • 5/5 Leslie L. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing punch bowl and truffle fries. The aesthetic and vibe is everything! Definitely one of the best bars in the city.

  • 5/5 V K. 1 year ago on Google
    By far, the best speakeasy-type establishment in the city. No two nights at this place are the same. Amazing cocktails, albeit a bit pricey (even for Toronto’s standards). Overall it is an experience I would definitely recommend. The interior and ambience of this place deserves its own 5-star review, loved everything about our time here.

  • 5/5 E j. 8 months ago on Google
    Service was awesome. Please make reservations, you won’t regret it, don’t want to say much to spoil the experience, the oysters are good. Also… drink more champagne:)

  • 5/5 L L. 9 months ago on Google
    Service was great, very attentive staff. Music was hype. Washrooms were surprisingly well maintained considering how busy it was. Overall unique experience I would recommend to at least try once .

  • 4/5 Justin S. 1 year ago on Google
    When here for my wife’s birthday celebration. We had reservations for 8:30pm and were promptly taken in. Very cool intro to a very unique spot. We requested a different table as the one we were taken to was better suited for drinks only, glad we were accommodated to a much better location. The food and cocktails were amazing. Lots of flavours and well presented. Our server was wonderful, friendly and prompt. Decor was awesome and unlike anything else I’ve been to in TO. The only damper was when a host approached me around 11:30 to indicate that the table was reserved for another couple at 11:45. Had she spoken with our server first, she would have noted that I’d just asked for our bill. Amazing experience overall, look forward to going back!

  • 5/5 Garrett M. 10 months ago on Google
    This was really fun. Middle of the day, we're on vacation, let's try it. Had a coffee. Got some bubbles. Tried a goat cheese pastry. The place has vibes in spades. Being here feels sexy.

  • 5/5 Romain M. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a cool spot! Make sure to check out the oldest bottle of champagne they have! 😉 Booths are cozy and private, the food menu is not the biggest, of course the champagne list is extensive and prices will vary with quality! I recommend this place for the service, the decor, and the experience overall. Try to arrive as a group to ensure you get the best experience.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✗ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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