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Lula Lounge

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Local & international acts for salsa, jazz & world music plus Latin dining & dancing on weekends. People often mention music, dance, good, dancing, band, great, night, service, amazing, show,


Address

1585 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1T9, Canada

Website

www.lula.ca

Contact

+1 416-588-0307

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (956 reviews)

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: music (35) dance (29) good (28) dancing (28) band (28) great (25) night (24) service (19) amazing (16) show (16)
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  • 3/5 Noora 6 months ago on Google • 403 reviews
    Dancing is good, the food is below mid. The service was quite terrible. The servers would ignore us, and even when we asked for a bill, they kept coming and going for a good 40 minutes serving everyone else and flirting with random girls. It soured the whole experience Its not worth the money for the food imo. Its somewhat delicious but nothing crazy The dancing was good and fun. Its very very loud though, and if youre not used to loud clubs and bars, this'll be very tiring very fast.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nira A. 1 year ago on Google
    Girls night out was a success at Lula lounge. The atmosphere and staff was welcoming. We went here for dinner and dancing, we made reservations a week earlier. Food was delicious and our waiter Dave was amazing and recommended his favourite dishes. Live Band and DJ were awesome. The place was packed but enough space to move and dance. (Nice Cooling Dance floor if you get super heated from dancing) Shout out to the security crew, they have a great team who operates the front. We will be back thank you for the great service and good music!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Janny M. 11 months ago on Google
    You pay to see the show and have a 3 course meal. There are some options on the menu that cost a little extra (nothing crazy) and the drinks are separate as well. I don’t think the food is mind blowing, but the main attraction is not the food it’s the show and the live band so still 5 starts. They have a quick dancing class of bachata, merengue and salsa (at least when I went) and then the Latin band performed. It’s pretty fun!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Dan S. 2 years ago on Google
    The prix fixe menu on discount day was worth the money. I would not say so as much on a full price day. If you are looking specifically for a Latin club with dinner, it is a good choice and the event manager seems really nice. If you are looking for a Latin club primarily, there are better options. This would have been a 3.5 star, but I was billed for an Espresso I ordered and never received because their machine was broken, yet it never came off the bill. I did not notice until returning home and reviewing the receipt. Not a big deal, but still...
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Nimet S (. 1 year ago on Google
    Let's list negative things first; *fixed menu price called $54 but they charged $64. *service is not fast or special *it is dans lounge yet way too loud we couldn't even talk to the server. (Literally typed on the phone to show our server what we want) *for one person l paid $130.(fixed meal, 2 beers-each$9.10, and one mojito-$8) *tips fixed to %18 on your bill. Which was insane for the service we got. Some positives; * food was taste alright. I liked the salmon very much. *dance lesson idea is fun(even though you don't really learn anything)
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jon M. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is a lot of fun. The decor feels authentic and gives you the feeling of being away on vacation. The food and service were both top notch. The band and dancing is something special regardless of whether you hop on the dance floor or watch from afar.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Oscar J. 1 year ago on Google
    I paid 100 cad for a Mexican dinner, but it had only the name. My friends who were Mexican did not like it either, as it was not the preparation they had told me. The live music is very good and the dance classes too. Nice ambiance but the food was disappointing. I only recommend it for dancing and drinking industrial beer. The servers were very friendly and the service was very good.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emil J. 2 years ago on Google
    Never a dull moment at Lula! Come for the drinks, stay for the dance. Inside or outside, it’s always good vibes here.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kerbie A. 4 months ago on Google • 29 reviews
    Celebrated my partners birthday last night. Had an amazing time! The food is full portion and tasty! I loved the salsa lessons but more importantly I really loved how inclusive the vibe is, you definitely do NOT need to be a pro dancer let alone know anything about dancing to enjoy yourself here. Everyone was welcomed and our waitress Maria was a doll. Would definitely come here again!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mo A. 1 year ago on Google
    Yeah, love medium cooked steak. Gillian was wonderful. The music and atmosphere was next level. Like 2023. The salsa was fire. Not the dip. The dancing. It was so good, I dipped my girl in it. If you want flavour, ask Gillian for some hot sauce. Just know it's 4/5 hot!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Natalia R. 11 months ago on Google
    If you’re looking for Latin music to dance your night away, don’t look any further! The live band was phenomenal and we were able to dance and sing to our heart’s content. They even switched it up with some Reggaeton later at night. The best drinks we’ve had as well. An amazing way to end our night.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Phil V. 4 years ago on Google
    Came here to see the Patsy Cline Birthday show. (It was awesome! Great singers doing wonderful cover of Patsy Cline songs) Besides that great experience this place has a nice cozy atmosphere. The service was excellent and prompt. The food off the menu was very tasty. Missed out on trying their jerk chicken (next time for sure). Ordered the flourless cake for dessert, very nice, but was a little disappointed that it was so small :( All in all great place to view concerts and have a wonderful dinner.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Louie P. 2 years ago on Google
    An establishment that can shine with a few improvements. Gotta provide better service. Staff were not very well trained. Service was slow and frustrating. Asked 3 different waitresses to clear the table. Took 30min to get that done. Poor selection of wines and corkage was refused even though the gentleman at the front door had told me that they do provide that service. Food was mediocre, their signature dish which was the short ribs came out cold. Best dish was the quac. Slight improvements here and there can really up this place. Wish I could buy this place and transform it. But, understanding the type of crowd this neighborhood attracts, maybe I was expecting too much. Best wishes.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Edgar 1 year ago on Google
    We came to LULA Lounge with some friends for an evening of live Greek music. We had dinner reservations which included guarantee seating with a prix fixe menu, on top of the price for the event ticket. The ambiance was lively and cozy. The seating arrangement allowed for good visibility of the stage (depending on your position). The sound was well balanced, not too loud and clear. The food was actually much better than anticipated with very tasty and satisfying portions. The cocktails were pretty good too. Overall, the staff was friendly and attentive.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kevin J. 6 months ago on Google • 73 reviews
    A fun spot to spend the night with friends/family for great hispanic music, flair and culture. Drinks are unique and strong. Food was average. Lots of salsa and bachata dancing!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Aliya D. 5 months ago on Google • 202 reviews
    I loved the dancing lessons and live music at Lula lounge ! I would definitely visit again. Service was friendly, but extremely unorganized. Not one dish was brought out to the right person. The servers had to ask our table of 15 whose meal was whose. Half of the table received their meals while the other half did not. The food arrived quite spaced out. Half of my party received food 20 minutes after the first half. The food was good, dessert was great. We paid an extra fee for serving the cake which we were aware of, however, we told them not to store it in the fridge and sure enough, they did. The cake was too hard to cut through / to serve to our guests. The fee was paid for no reason. Nobody ate the cake because we couldn’t.

  • 5/5 Trish R. 4 months ago on Google • 28 reviews
    This is a fantastic place for a fun night out in Toronto! It's a dinner and latin dance club with terrific live bands and also DJ music when the band is on break. Terrific atmosphere! All 19 to 99 age groups welcomed : )
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Brianna P. 8 months ago on Google
    Beautiful venue. I had been years prior for a concert - this time we came for the Latin vibe. We had a big party as it was my birthday, the food was great and the evening was fun. However the dance lesson didn't allot time for people who were being served their meal, so we had to rush our pricey though delicious meal, and in turn didn't get to learn the steps we were looking forward to learning as a part of our evening. Also the teacher had the lesson music hooked up to his phone and he didn't mute it so he kept getting notifications during the lesson, including a phone call on the venue speaker haha! The live band was great - though between sets I really wish they wouldn't turn it into a club vibe, it was too loud and the music was bad. We weren't there to get tanked and do dumb things, we came for salsa night with the live band, so maybe stick to that vibe while the band is on break and we can keep the fun and dance going. I'd have left then, but I was the reason everyone showed up!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sierra a. 10 months ago on Google
    Had an absolutely AMAZING time at Champagne's Drag Brunch held at Lula Lounge! Loved the atmosphere of the venue and the latin music that was being played. The food and drinks were very good. The service and staff were also so friendly and did such an amazing job. The drag queens put on an outstanding energy filled, interactive, and amazing show for everyone. We loved the vibe from both the performers and the crowd to make it such an amazing afternoon. Definitely worth your money! Highly recommend drag brunch for anyone who wants a fun and energy-fun filled experience with some friends or family!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vivita K. 11 months ago on Google
    It's very nice and huge. However, ofcourse there is always something:). The initial we came for class early $25 including clubbing, but the teach on stage we can barely see what she is explaining so all I am looking front person of me how they dance I do if its right wrong, doesn't matter. Then the music got heat up later night when I left as it was all same toone so I had to leave not sure that's Spanish music like that.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 AJ M. 1 year ago on Google
    Hello folks !! What a great time in Lula, The bouncers were friendly, especially so much positive gestures by Neal and entire team. Food was amazing and up on point cant thank Chef: Javier enough for the weekend made right. Special thanks buddy I Server: Rebeca Orellana she was just fantastic. Love the enthusiasm Energy and especially the Latin dance. Must visit place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Deborah F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great bands. Fun atmosphere if u know how to dance or not. Show up early with a table reservation and get dinner and salsa lessons before the band comes on. Really friendly managers and staff. Not dissapointed in the 3 course meal at all. Wear ear plugs!!!! 😆
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Nost 4 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    It was fun but at first I was seated at no table but a chair then moved to a table and we had dance lessons. They were okay but in my case they chose who I danced with even if I did not want to do so, and the food was rice and chicken with salad. I didn't give a 1 because it was pretty good but not a high rating because it was very controlled what we could do and what we did. And definitely not worth $100+ Cynthia is $40 and they are 20x better
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mumbi K. 2 years ago on Google
    I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS PLACE! Friday night was my first time experiencing the Lula Lounge. I had gotten a couple of Instagram ads and I am an avid fan of dancing and Latin music, so I decided to try it out with a friend. So you can either buy a ticket/pay at door to experience the dance/band or you can purchase a $64 package and get a 3 course meal (drinks extra) and the dance/band. I got the package. The food was okay - a little dry. But boy oh boy- the music was absolutely fantastic. The event and floor managers made sure to check on the tables and walk around and dance too. The servers were readily available. Honestly a must-try experience and absolutely perfect for date night. It’s more about the vibe than the food to be honest. But everyone’s really friendly and the patrons are great too. Just everyone trying to have a fun time. Also they have cash coat check for around $3.50
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rob M. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was really good, staff was friendly and attentive. Phil our server treated us like we were the only ones in the room. Made my wife's birthday very special. Thank you to the staff and the band...they were amazing! We'll be back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ronen I. 2 years ago on Google
    Had a great dinner and dancing experience. With the new food vendor at the restaurant, the food was exceptional! The house fish with salad was fantastic and the consume was delicious. Live music salsa band playing Friday and Saturday makes for a great dinner, show and dancing experience. Great for dates too although loud music makes it difficult to talk much.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Patrick M. 4 years ago on Google
    We went here for the album premier of the band Han Han. It's a nice place for new musical talents / potential future superstars. I would have loved to go to the Friday Cuban dance, but I guess the lines outside would be super long! The mojito I ordered was not the best.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Elena R. 2 years ago on Google
    Before the pandemic, my friends and I would visit Lulas for dinner and dancing. We visited now post pandemic and we were not impressed with the pre-set menu. The only available choices in the main dish were tacos, and not only the pre set menu lacked options it took one hour for our table of 6 to get tacos, I had to ask the waitres when we would be able to eat as she didn't even bothered checking in with us to keep us posted about the lond way. Let's not even discuss the salad we had as appetizer, I mean, I understand that prices have gone up post pandemic, but how much can salad cost? The only good thing about the night was the band, service was poor, and so was the food choices/portions. These are the tacos we received after an hour wait. 👎👎👎
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Barb S. 4 years ago on Google
    The Neighbourhood around this venue feels family friendly. We parked for free in one of the residential streets just blocks from Lula's and the walk felt safe. The venue has a great atmosphere: kinda funky bar, night club, vibe with an artsy spin. Staff was very friendly and knew their fair. Bathrooms are clean and recently updated but are in the basement. There is one accessible washroom upstairs.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Sheldon D. 9 months ago on Google • 114 reviews
    This is primarily a food review, the place is a cool dance hall though and the dance lessons were fun. I found the tres leches cake great, it sat a while cause I was dancing but even then the soaked cake didn’t fall apart and it wasn’t too sweet either. For the al pastor taco, the meat was slightly dry and the medium salsa was practically water with a bit of spice coming in at the end. Honestly though it was on the higher end of my taco experiences in Toronto, my friend who’s had tacos elsewhere said they weren’t that great. The slow cooked pork dish had super tender pork and a nicely sweet glaze, but I wish there was more glaze, and there was more rice and less beans. The peppers and plantains don’t do anything for me, and I wish there was more salt across the board. It took a while for us to order food after we got drinks but once we got our waitress’ attention it was easy and she was nice. I think that’s whatever though cause we had a 14 top and it seemed like everyone in the place is handled at the same time at open.

  • 4/5 Beata P. 2 months ago on Google • 104 reviews New
    Beautiful, vivacious place, salsa music, large dancing area, life band, good food, great service. However, it is very pricy. Moreover, I had never seen a tip included in the bill. Be careful when paying a bill because the machine asks for a second tip.

  • 4/5 Loretta A. 3 months ago on Google • 80 reviews New
    This place is such a vibe. I danced my legs off wow. Straight hours of nonstop dancing and singing from the band. The band was so fun and very professional. Those Tacos 🌮 were so good! I just wished they came in bigger portions 🤩. The waiters were amazing too. The location is not too far from downtown Toronto right before the traffic lights when you’re heading towards the college street.

  • 5/5 Lynsey R. 3 months ago on Google • 17 reviews New
    What an incredible experience. A large group of us went to celebrate our friends birthday. The staff were kind and very attentive. Right off the bat, you felt an excitement with the mood of the restaurant/bar/club. When the salsa instructors came out, after a few minutes of persuading the whole dancefloor was filled. When the live band started, I was in total awe. I love live music, and I must say, this band was incredible. So many different instruments being played it was amazing. Highly suggest going for a night out to dance or even a night out to just enjoy incredible live music.

  • 5/5 Barbara g. 7 months ago on Google
    I had an amazing evening at Lula ..,30 of us perfect service food was outstanding, the music the vibe excellent!! Honestly a flawless eve. Our dance lessons were so much fun.. highly recommend all ages all fun

  • 5/5 Meredith C. 2 years ago on Google
    Live band! Nice dance floor, always crowded.

  • 5/5 namtab 6 months ago on Google
    I have to give this place 5 stars because it delivers a great vibe and that's not always an easy thing to do. Besides the drinks and food - go here to be amongst people who just want to hang out and forget about it all and just dance some salsa and bachata. It's not perfect, some staff were amazing, some were not, but overall, a good time was had by all - and that's all that matters.

  • 5/5 Georgiana C. 6 years ago on Google
    Tina Turner Music Night🎶 🎶🎼 This was an amazing show!!!! Lula Lounge never disappoints!!! Great venue, good music, lovely food & drinks, reasonably priced, excellent service, friendly & efficient staff!!! Shout out to Todd!!!! And the shows are phenomenal!!! A great place in the city to get your grove on and dance the night away💃🏽🎼 Can’t wait to attend the next event!!

  • 5/5 Caitlin D. 6 months ago on Google
    We love coming to Lula lounge every other month. It’s a guaranteed great night of dancing and excellent live music! We wish the upstairs lounge was always open as it provides seating options for a night full of dancing especially for people who don’t have a food reservation to go have a drink. Without the upstairs lounge, it makes it more difficult to enjoy the whole experience without feeling crammed. We had dinner once and the food was pretty disappointing. However, the music, space and people make it such an incredible night out! Food: 3 stars Experience: 6 stars

  • 5/5 Anand D. 2 years ago on Google
    Live latin band. Good vibes...ok food and drink.

  • 4/5 Carla 2 years ago on Google
    AMAZING experience dining and dancing. Great music and dancing. Just a little crowded and a little expensive. But I will not forget this night!

  • 4/5 Raul B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food and atmosphere. The staff are friendly with excellent service.

  • 4/5 Julie Anne L. 1 year ago on Google
    Our group came for Lula's Sunday Drag Brunch. The cost is $55/person, which includes one mimosa, table mini muffins, one entrée, unlimited coffee/juice/water, and the fabulous show hosted by Champagna! The DJ filled the space with music that makes you want to dance. Lots of birthdays were being celebrated as well! I ordered the Chilaquiles as my entrée. The chips were crispy and paired with some sauce and beans. I requested some extra salsa to go with the meal as well. I felt that the dish was a bit bland even after the additional salsa. I'll order something different next time. My friend is vegan, and she was satisfied with the vegan nuggets and home fries. My other friend ordered the waffles, which were nice, and on the sweeter side. The show was so much fun! Champagna is amazing and super funny. You can tell she's well experienced with hosting a show. There were two additional Queens that put in the work for this Sunday show. The crowd had a great time.

  • 5/5 Rgb 8 months ago on Google
    The famous Lula Lounge, I went here recently for a special date, and I'll recommend going for bigger groups, solo, or just to dance. Food: 3/5 for Fri/Sat nights, for $69 you get a three course meal, plus access to the show at night(typically $30). This is a pretty good deal, but the food was okay. If you are in a big group like bachelorette parties I saw, it is a great time. For more intimate, I recommend going somewhere before and then heading to Lula Lounge. Waiters were great, and friendly. Atmosphere/Entertainment :5/5 This is the main reason you come to Lula, the show and dancing. The free dance lesson included in your show ticket, while not very instructional, was great. The artists include some of the very best Latin artists of Toronto. Bring your dancing shoes, have a cerveza and enjoy the show.

  • 3/5 R R F. 2 years ago on Google
    I like the place. Good music and good vibe. However paying for your seat at a table with your friends at Covid times, one expects a better service. In particular, we tried a variety of drinks within the group and any cocktail or wine had made the group unsatisfied. The cocktails were watered down.

  • 3/5 Sue S. 10 months ago on Google
    The club itself was just hot. My girlfriends and I were dying of heat trying to enjoy our meal. It was understandable that it was busy. It was in the middle of a street festival. The servers were all very nice. And we did wait almost 3 hours for all our food and drinks to come. We were patient and absolutely not mad at service because of how busy it was. Everyone tried to help. However. I paid a lot of money for a 15-ounce steak medium rare, and it came out well done. It was absolutely the worst steak I had. I even complained to the server. The music was awesome. But honestly I was so hungry waiting I ate the dry overdone steak. Very unhappy.

  • 2/5 Catalina Q. 2 years ago on Google
    The live band was great! But Lula itself is not what it used to be. No dj or at least good music when the band wasn't playing. The volume of the music was so soft that you didn't feel like dancing. It said they closed at 2am but at 1130pm when the band stopped playing they turned in the lights and everyone just left. Disappointed. It's ok if they don't have a dj, but at least put on good music at a good volume... It's a dancing place!

  • 5/5 F U. 2 years ago on Google
    My bestie took me last night for my bday and it’s was so much fun. Definitely going back. Amazing vibes from the (front door entrance)beginning to end. Plus the food was great too!

  • 5/5 Heberto R. 2 years ago on Google
    Great live music band, affordable good food and booze!

  • 3/5 Babak T. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was good for the price - better than my expectations- vibe and nice atmosphere . The first program was Latino dancing lesson , it is fun to be part of the crowd! Second one was this "Chabata" dancing - which was nicely done by performers Then there was this music band - the voices of the singers were off but I think it was ok -followed by DJ - more Luke disco type

  • 3/5 Priscila C. 2 years ago on Google
    I was disappointed I paid for VIP but still they made me wait outside because their numbers were off. That bests the reason why I paid ahead. Caring for the pandemic spread is amazing but not being organized about it is key to encourage people to keep doing the right thing.

  • 3/5 Rob G. 2 years ago on Google
    Lula Lounge should be awesome but I am consistently disappointed with the service. Last time I was here they seemed to forget about us completely at the end of the evening and didn't show up until we had our coats on standing beside the table. This time, one of the meals was missing an ingredient. Neighbouring table ordered the same meal, same ingredient missing. Not a huge deal but an attention to detail that seems to just be lacking. I'll still go again but it's the performers on stage who save this place for me.

  • 5/5 Rula B. M. 2 years ago on Google
    fun place with live music and good food

  • 5/5 Emmanuel P. 2 years ago on Google
    What an unbelievable venue and experience. We had my daughters 21st birthday celebration in the VIP private balcony and it was perfect. Everyone was so easy to work with and the whole night exceeded all expectations. The Lula Lounge team were so helpful and accommodating with ideas and solutions to problems that the night went off without a hitch. The music and dancing were even better with live band from Montreal and dance lessons for our patrons that was so much fun. The food at the venue was a big winner for us especially the pizza, highly recommended. Overall we would book lula lounge again for our future parties and look forward to coming back soon.

  • 5/5 Pablo M. 2 years ago on Google
    Good vibes and amazing atmosphere !! Amazing service and food above expectations !!! Great place if looking to have A LOT OF FUN !!! 🥳 Great staff all around !! 👏🏽


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