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Luma

Restaurant Bar Seafood restaurant Lounge Fine dining restaurant Oyster bar restaurant Canadian restaurant

Airy dining room & lounge on the 2nd floor of the TIFF Bell Lightbox serving creative Canadian fare. People often mention great, Luma, service, staff, good, nice, restaurant, ordered, night, delicious,


Address

350 King Street West 2nd Floor REITMAN SQUARE, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5, Canada

Website

www.lumarestaurant.com

Contact

+1 647-288-4715

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (703 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Ellie Joy P. 1 year ago on Google
    Bright and spacious location with a view of the CN tower! Very delicious plates. They stole my heart from the warm yummy bread served with a salted honey butter, to the octopus appetizer warm salad and the branzino fillet main dish. Just wish the server was a bit more knowledgeable in describing the dishes - the menu is not too large, so it shouldn’t be too hard. :) Nevertheless, we will be back to try their famous truffle fries.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 david L. 1 year ago on Google • 57 reviews
    Stunning views, the friendliest staff, great service from Camilla our server. Good food. Three issues: steak well done instead of rare, sent back to be redone, threw the rhythm of group eating off. Second time perfect. Huge error on bill: charged for 3 bottles of champagne instead of 3 glasses. Ahem. Then on entry told their POS not working for credit - debit. Took out cash at ATM in TIFF lobby. Asked at end if working now, it was. Mixed.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacqueline James P. 5 months ago on Google • 18 reviews
    Luma Restaurant is an iconic wedding venue that perfectly blends an intimate space for your guests, warm relaxed and sophisticated ambiance, incredible dining experience, and an outdoor patio with a breathtaking skyline view. I always love working at this venue because there is plenty of beautiful natural light and the bustling King Street below has so many stunning spaces to photograph in!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Michelle K. 7 months ago on Google • 67 reviews
    I've been a fan of dining at Luma for some time, so I was excited to try their updated menu featuring more seafood options. However, my recent visit left me somewhat underwhelmed. The host was welcoming and helpful, but our server appeared quite busy and distracted. There wasn't much in the way of friendly banter. I ordered a non-alcoholic cocktail, which I enjoyed, but my partner had to return his Old Fashioned as it was overly sweet and carbonated for some reason - guessing it was a creative spin but missed the mark in my opinion. I must commend them for their effort in trying something different, though. To start, we ordered focaccia, and as always, Luma's bread and desserts were delightful. However, the main courses were a bit disappointing. I went with the recommended green curry sea bream, and while the fish was well-cooked, there were far too many green beans on the plate. It felt like 70% beans and 30% fish, lacking creativity in flavour and in presentation. I believe for an Asian-inspired dish, incorporating more diverse Asian vegetables like bok choy could have elevated the experience. Another setback was the tenderloin, which came out nearly raw. We had to send it back for a proper medium-rare sear. The manager was gracious and checked in to ensure the kitchen got it right the second time. Unfortunately, even on the second attempt, it was still a bit rare and had a slightly crispy exterior *see photo*, leaving me questioning the chef's meat-cooking expertise. Considering the high-end price point and my previous positive experiences at Luma, this visit fell short of my expectations.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Faiz H. 4 months ago on Google • 166 reviews
    Great ambience and food. The dessert was incredible. A passion fruit masterpiece. Not much to say, but I did have a great time.

  • 5/5 Katie S. 6 months ago on Google • 100 reviews
    This was a cute spot downtown for date night (and it looked like a few business dinners and groups of friends also like this spot). We chose to split some appetizers and an entree and they were all good. The burrata was probably our favorite dish. The chocolate cake was actually ordered only because we were trying to kill time but ended up being really good.

  • 5/5 Veselina S. 1 year ago on Google
    Over the weekend, we visited Luma. Their outdoor terrace is great to enjoy dinner with a city view. The servers were friendly and accommodating. The food was flavorful with well balanced ingredients. Also, they have gluten free options. Definitely recommending this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Angie h. 1 year ago on Google
    Great spot to enjoy an afternoon or evening cocktail. Service in the lounge can be a little spotty and food is pricey for what you get but the magic hour (tues-sat from 4-8pm) offers $8 cocktails which can’t be beat.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Carlo F. 1 year ago on Google
    The cocktails here are delicious and well made. The Pretty in Pink and Rosemary Holiday had a nice sweetness to it, while the Entertaining Thyme and the Raider of the Lost Grapefruit had a balanced bitterness to it. The food was ok and not very memorable. The Atlantic Cod was lacking flavour, however, their apps were quite nice, especially the tartare and the focaccia. Aside from the hostess, service was a bit lacking. Half of our table were offered coat check upon arrival, while the others weren't provided that option. We had to flag our waiter down on numerous occasions to order rounds of drinks. Tuesday wasn't particularly busy for dinner, and the bar was doing last call at just before 10pm from what I can recall.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Anna L. 1 year ago on Google
    Only getting 2/5 because atmosphere and service was decent. The food was an absolute joke. Everything tasted like a kid trying to cook for the first time. Not sure if it was because we chose a summerlicious menu or if the chef was out to lunch. The food was bland and presentation was mediocre at best. I think they used canned food in all 3 courses.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 kia b. 2 years ago on Google
    If you want to pay a lot and not get your money’s worth try this place. They told us they ran out of bread and butter at 9 pm on a Friday night and the restaurant was almost empty so it didn’t add up. The lamb was nice but you have a look at the picture. The portions were super small. My friend ordered the fish and it was small and filled with bones. My other friend asked for rare lamb and got medium rare. Quality to portion I think eating here is just a waste of your money.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mark F. 2 years ago on Google
    Came here to try the quality of the seafood as I heard this place is very popular and heard that this was the restaurant that suits filmed many episodes. All the food was very fresh however this is clearly a fine dining restaurant so be prepared to pay a premium. The service was great and they were very thorough to help us pick the most popular items. The ambiance is beautiful and is definitely a reason why people would come for happy hour after a long day at work. The winning dish was definitely the grilled octopus and I wish they had an entree sized portion. The salmons vadouvan sauce was rich however I was unfamiliar with it and probably wouldn’t have ordered it as I’m not a huge fan of curry. The salmon however was cooked well however it could’ve been slightly more tender. The chicken breast was tender but the drum was a little dry. The Branzino I was definitely the winner entree with the uniqueness of jerusalem artichokes, swiss chard, pickled grapes, almonds, parsley brown butter. I was not familiar with this kind of fish it I La similar to cod and oh so tender. Would definitely come back and try some more of the apps.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Calvin 6 years ago on Google
    Came here for Winterlicious. Had the bone marrow for a starter which was really good. The grilled beef strip loin came cold for all 3 of us, but they gladly replaced the dishes. We finished off with honey sponge toffee which was also good. Service was very friendly as well. Good ambience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gina L. 9 months ago on Google • 42 reviews
    Went for Summerlicious after Honda Indy and it was fantastic! Everybody's meal was a delightful experience and each dish had a lot of attention to detaill. The chef(s) really put a lot of thought in how each dish told a story. I loved the simple ingredients used to really have a tummy filled with love ❤️

  • 4/5 Ejiro O. 1 year ago on Google • 25 reviews
    We wanted to try a new seafood restaurant, and this came up on open table. The seafood was delicious and very creative. But the dish I came for (lobster) was already sold out by 8.30pm which seems early for a restaurant that is open late. They gave us a range of free food to try as a makegood which was excellent so silver lining. I'd go back but we went on a quiet night so they closed early and we watched them put tables away around us as we ate. The staff and food were lovely but definitely not a place for "vibes"...

  • 5/5 Rebeca E. 5 months ago on Google • 20 reviews
    Wow! The best happy hour for fall in my opinion. Went there for magic hour and got some $8 margaritas which were delicious. Focaccia and fries were great. Skip the beef tartare though. Amazing ambiance and view.

  • 5/5 Ruiqing He (. 2 months ago on Google • 14 reviews New
    Winterlicous here was amazing. The food was great and filling. Thank you all staff BOH and FOH for making tonight feel extra special ❤️

  • 4/5 Z H. 9 months ago on Google
    You definitely come here for the atmosphere. While Luma had good oysters, you can definitely find better ones at a more boutique place.

  • 5/5 Jessica M. 4 years ago on Google
    Went for Magic Brunch on Sunday. The food was spectacular - Lobster Eggs Bennie was a standout - and the service was absolutely lovely. There were $6 cocktails! The First Waltz was a delight.

  • 5/5 Ishaan B. 2 months ago on Google • 9 reviews New
    Dined at Luma yesterday, everything from booking in my reservation to the service went very well. The host that took my reservation I wish I could remember her name was a total gem. She was very cooperative and asked me if I wanted to book for valentine’s which I thought was a nice touch. The Star was my server “Ileana”, being a valentine’s weekend the restaurant was quite packed up but she never made us feel left out. She was very hospitable, caring and her menu knowledge was incredible. She made us feel like home and truly was incredible. Thank you O&B team for giving us such a caring service and we will definitely see you guys soon :)

  • 5/5 Ju-Chia H. 5 years ago on Google
    We came here because we are big fans of Suits, and many scenes were filmed here. We were very lucky to be seated in the table of one scene in season two! Back to the food, the bread is really nice, the mains are also very delicious. We had tuna and the chief special of the day. Staffs are also very kind and friendly.

  • 4/5 Pooja C. 6 months ago on Google
    Love love love the happy hour! $8-12 drinks and so far they’re all very good. Perfect place to pre game on King Street and the atmosphere is great. They had a wonderful live jazz band last night!

  • 4/5 Denise M. 4 years ago on Google
    My husband and I went to Luma for a date night and had the seafood platter, grilled octopus, and lobster roll. The oysters were so good, I wish we ordered more. I wasn't impressed with the lobster roll, but maybe because I am comparing with the ones I had in New Brunswick last May/June. On the upside, the grilled octopus was superb. Our server was super friendly, but the lady who handled payment (whom I also asked while waiting for our order where the washroom is) was always frowning and made us feel that we're not wanted there.

  • 3/5 Jessica S. 7 months ago on Google
    Came on a Thursday for magic hour drinks and must say I was a bit underwhelmed. Cocktails were all sweet and odd (one was completely undrinkable and we sent it back). Not sure how the more classic ones on the rest of the menu are, but I won’t be back to try. The truffle fries were pretty good though and decently priced Our server was super nice but service was a bit slow as soon as more people flowed in. Not her fault, but still didn’t make for a great experience Atmosphere was decent. Nice room but no character I didn’t do dinner here, and the food looked decent, but I would probably forgo Luma in favour of the many other great restaurants in the city with a bit more of a vibe - personal preference though!

  • 5/5 Remi Jr. O. 4 years ago on Google
    Luma meets every expectation that you would have of an O&B restaurant. Have come here many times for drinks (which are lovely), but never for dinner so this was a new experience to celebrate a birthday. The food was delicious and the service was equally as impressive. Would definitely recommend Luma as a spot for a wonderful date night, special occasion, or casual drinks.

  • 5/5 Serena S. 8 months ago on Google
    great happy hour prices! Havent been here for food but the drinks are great, and they have a pretty good selection

  • 5/5 Himanshu D. 4 years ago on Google
    Great winterlicious experience. Friendly staff and great food.

  • 3/5 Revati K. 2 years ago on Google
    Went for December 31st dinner. My partner got the surf and turf which was amazing. Unfortunately my risotto was way undercooked and crunchy. I was disappointed. Please try the grilled octopus. I had one tiny bite and when I looked up, my partner ate everything because it was charred perfectly. It was a nice ambience. It was cloudy that day so couldn't get a clear view of the CN. I would give them another try in the future. Maybe it will be 5 stars then 🤔😊

  • 5/5 Hajar P. 9 months ago on Google
    We went here for an after work gathering. The patio is nice and has a beautiful view of cn tower. I tried margaritas and old fashion drink and it was great. Friendly staff also.

  • 5/5 That Ginger A. 1 year ago on Google
    Went here for a corporate event and it was phenomenal. Great wait staff, delicious menu, spacious, great views, and neat venue. Definitely a wonderful place to reserve for groups!

  • 4/5 Amanda K. 1 year ago on Google
    Better than I expected, as it was one of the few places that actually had last minute reservations available during TIFF. I really enjoyed the Luma Caesar salad and the octopus of the dishes that I ordered.

  • 4/5 Felix C. 5 years ago on Google
    GREAT VIEWS! Not that you would go just for that. But to add to it, staff is super friendly and professional, food is top notch, definitely a great experience. If you aren't sure, give it a try during summer or winterlicious!

  • 5/5 George R. 2 years ago on Google
    My favorite restaurant! Delicious food, decent service, great atmosphere!

  • 4/5 Edouard D. 4 years ago on Google
    Very chic bar/lounge with delicious small plates. The staff was very attentive and nice. I also like the first come first serve lounge area seating (at least before 6pm). They aslo have a full restaurant part, but I didn't try it

  • 3/5 Slavik L. 1 year ago on Google
    We expected for much more for that money. The place looks really great and the service is outstanding. Nevertheless the food was average. We ordered 4 different dishes and 2 cocktails. Only one dish and one cocktail deserve 4 stars. All the rest were below average.

  • 5/5 Samantha W. 1 year ago on Google
    Unfortunately I forget the name of what I ordered but I had THE best fish there today. Everything was awesome even down to the individual vegetables and sauces I almost wanted to ask the waiter if I could ask the chef how he cooked each part 😅 Will definitly go back again! Also really good cocktails.

  • 4/5 Jason Lee P. 7 years ago on Google
    Luma during Winterlicious was a great experience. The service was great with water being refilled without prompting, food came out timely and portions were well sized (other than dessert). Make sure to have the bread with butter and honey an excellent combination that just melts in your mouth.

  • 5/5 SparklingCoffee 2 years ago on Google
    One of a decent restaurant in the city. You can enjoy your meals at a reasonable price. Not only their food quality, also their staff attitude well trained. Outside patio is really nice in the summer.

  • 5/5 Michael U. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome awesome awesome!!! Our night out at Luma was a night to remember! Great Atmosphere with right level of music ambiance to hear our conversation to wonderful staff who never let our glass be empty was most appreciated. Our server Jacob was on the ball and was very accommodating and made great recommendations with great choice of wine! Food was amazing! I included all the pictures of even my finished plates! Chef Danny and his team did a fabulous fabulous job! From Oyster, Roasted Beet Salad and Grilled Octopus… wow Octopus… amazing. Grilled Branzino with garnish and sauce was soooo good! Can’t get it out of my head… Grilled beef Striploin and marinated chicken was very impressive~ to top it off, i highly recommend the Chocolate Bar tart if you like sweets and chocolate! Overall great night to be with friends and we are thankful to Luma and their entire staff! Give yourselves a raise! Bravo

  • 2/5 Ray N. 2 years ago on Google
    A few points to make here. Restaurant was empty but only available reservation online was at 9pm 1. Got served an old fashioned (smoked one was not available) on the rocks with literally crushed ice. 2. Tuna tartar was very little chopped tuna (finely chopped) on top of guacamole. The ratio was off 3. The sliders - the bun almost looked store bought and ice berg lettuce. 4. Oysters were excellent, but hard to mess up live malpeque oysters . 5. Had to ask for drinks 3 times before receiving them They could not make a monte cristo as they were short on Kaulua and didn’t have whipped cream. Their tap didn’t work, so no draught beer. You have to ask yourself; why would you eat here if you have much better choices out there for far better value.


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  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
    • ✓️ Private dining room
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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