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Pure Spirits, Toronto, ON

Pure Spirits

4.6
4.6
2410 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Nestled in the Distillery Historic District, Pure Spirits Oyster House and Grill invites you to experience the charm of Victorian-era industrial architecture, both indoors and on our delightful patio. Known as the best seafood restaurant in Toronto, we take pride in serving fresh oysters from Canada’s east and west coasts, along with unique specialties from around the globe. Casual attire and a love for great food are all you need to enjoy your visit!

Our friendly staff is here to guide you through a curated selection of local beers and wines that pair perfectly with your meal. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite before a theatre show or enjoying a leisurely evening on the patio with friends, we aim to respect your schedule while providing a relaxing atmosphere to soak in the view. Join us for a fun, memorable dining experience!

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Canadian, Pan-Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Driving south to north, the parking lot is on right hand side. Coming from Front on Parliament, pass Mill street and parking lot is on left hand side. There is parking 24 hours for up to 500 vehicles
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jason McLaren

Experiences

  • $2.00 a shuck Tuesday

    CA$2.00 per person

    Mar 4, 2025 only
    Every Tuesday, we offer $2.00 a shuck from 12pm-9pm to our all our guests. Please enjoy a east coast selection of oysters, feel free to pair a crisp white wine or a local draught beer with it.
  • All you can eat Mussels Monday

    CA$29.50 per person

    Mar 10, 2025 only
    Please join us every Monday for all you can eat mussels. We are offering P.E.I mussels all day from 12pm-9pm, 2 sauces to choose from and a great seafood friendly wine option.

What 2,410 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pure Spirits offers a fantastic dining experience with "amazing food" and "wonderful staff." Known for its delectable seafood, particularly the oysters, it offers a "warm, relaxed atmosphere" perfect for family gatherings and special occasions. The service is consistently praised as "friendly and attentive," enhancing the overall experience.
2,410 Reviews
  1. John

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great dining experience. Will definitely be back next time we go to the theatre.

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  2. Guy

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure visiting Pure Spirits. The ceviche, newer item on the menu, was delightful!

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  3. Barbara

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and very attentive service. We especially enjoyed the Arctic Char and the grilled shrimp on the Cobb salad
    Pure SpiritsResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you, Barbara! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Arctic Char and Grilled Shrimp Cobb Salad. Our team takes pride in delivering great food and service, and your feedback means a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for more delicious dishes! Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  4. Bernice

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant and great service and food. Our waitress was very friendly and the food was very good
    Pure SpiritsResponded 6 days ago
    Bernice, thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and found our service friendly. Your satisfaction means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience! Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  5. Sheryl

    VIP

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food. Pleasant environment. Decent prices. We will return.
    Pure SpiritsResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for your feedback, Sheryl! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great experience! Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  6. Roman

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Incredible spot. Wife is a fairly tough seafood critic. She says 100% heading back. Oysters were delicious. Looking forward to the teonn no person seafood tower next time. Can’t wait…
    Pure SpiritsResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the fantastic review, Roman! We're thrilled to hear that both you and your wife enjoyed the oysters. The seafood tower is definitely a must-try on your next visit. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more delicious seafood adventures! Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  7. John

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    In short it was fabulous. Really personal and well informed wait staff. The food was amazing - Octopus was the best I have ever had.
    Pure SpiritsResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the awesome feedback, Pat! We’re thrilled to see that you’re loving what we do. Your support means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to keep delivering great experiences for you! Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  8. Elizabeth

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife had the Past and it was fantastic and I had the fish and chips. The fish was really good put the fries tasted like they were reheated and greasy. Overall we will defiantly return

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  9. Parsi

    VIP

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were outstanding. We were left with fantastic family memories thanks to Michelle will go back more times 
    Pure SpiritsResponded 6 days ago
    Parsi, we’re thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience! It’s great to know that Michelle made your visit special. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more fantastic family memories! Best Regards, Stuart K.

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  10. Jerome

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. A little loud for us but no worries seems all were having fun. Great dinner and theatre ( Kim's Convenience at Baillie Theatre) combo. Hlad we landed on a Tuesday as we really enjoyed the oysters..
    Pure SpiritsResponded on February 13, 2025
    Jerome, thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad you enjoyed both our food and service, and it’s great to hear that your dinner paired well with a night at the theatre. Tuesdays are definitely a great time to visit if you love oysters! We appreciate your feedback on the noise level and hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable meal soon. Best regards, Stuart K.

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FAQs

Pure Spirits is rated 4.6 stars by 2410 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Pure Spirits

17 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Canadian, Pan-Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Driving south to north, the parking lot is on right hand side. Coming from Front on Parliament, pass Mill street and parking lot is on left hand side. There is parking 24 hours for up to 500 vehicles
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jason McLaren
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