Alo Restaurant

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   Sabah

   Toronto

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was perfect - they could do a bit of work on the entrance when you first walk in...it looks a bit dingy, industrial with an old looking elevator going up but as the doors open you are pleasantly surprised. They didn't have room at the bar and seated us against the window - which was OK too. Once we got to the main dining table, it was so nice! A very quaint comfortable and cozy environment. It was our engagement anniversary and there was a personalized note left for us at the table congratulating us, it was such a sweet gesture <3 Each food item was like a party in my mouth! With amazing fresh rich taste of all different types of flavours! We loved everything we ate. It was so beautifully presented as well, there was some items you just wanted to look at not and eat! The service was beautiful, it just flowed so smoothly, with each server explaining properly what was in each course. I think we had like 11 courses....they just kept coming! We loved every moment of it. This restaurant truly deserves a 2 Michelin rating. Looking forward to coming back :)
   

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   Marcelo

   Edmonton

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We celebrated our Anniversary at Alo and had the best time! The service is impeccable and the food is the best we've had! Kudos to the team for being amazing! Everyone will make sure you have the best time! We are amazed with their attention to every detail! We definitely had the best time!
   

   Alo RestaurantResponded 2 days ago

   Dear Marcelo, thank you for your kind review. We are so happy to hear that you had an amazing anniversary dinner. We truly look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
   

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   Francois

   Montreal

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Truly amazing. Wonderful evening. Wines nicely described.
   

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   Jessica

   Toronto

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Excellent dining experience at Alo. I went with my parents to check out their tasting menu and we all enjoyed it. Implementing Asian flavours into French dishes was very innovative and brought surprises.
   

   Alo RestaurantResponded 2 days ago

   Dear Jessica, we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We are delighted to hear that you had an excellent dining experience. We hope to welcome you back soon. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
   

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   Derek

   Toronto

   23 reviews

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   5.0

   23 reviews

   Dined on November 16, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We came here to celebrate my sister's 40th birthday. We were really looking forward to it, and they did not dissapoint. The food was absolutely incredible. Each course was better than the last. Michael, who looked after us for the night, was so kind and thoughful. We were so lucky to have him take such great care of us. At the end of the meal, they brought out a special additional cake to celebrate my sisters bday. It was the perfect end to a lovely meal. I highly recommend it for special occasion dinner, you will not be dissappointed.
   

   Alo RestaurantResponded 5 days ago

   Dear Derek, we are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful evening. Thank you for choosing us to celebrate your sister's birthday and we will be sure to share your lovely comments with Michael. We are excited to welcome you back! Sincerely, the team at Alo.
   

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   Tina

   Toronto

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on November 16, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Exceptional! Perfect for a special meal or event. They deserve every bit of praise.
   

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   Colin

   New York City

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on November 16, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Truly a must experience. Each dish was a masterpiece on its own, and combined together the dinner was an epic experience of explosive flavours. The attention to each detail of the service was extraordinary. The dinner did take nearly 4 hours, perhaps longer than usual (as I think they were running a tad behind on the night we were there). But given how exemplary the food and service was, we were happy to go with the flow and enjoy the night. Colin
   

   Alo RestaurantResponded 5 days ago

   Dear Colin, thank you for sharing your experience. We are delighted to hear that you had an amazing evening and were impressed with both the food and service. We truly look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
   

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   Hannah

   Toronto

   39 reviews

   5.0

   39 reviews

   Dined on November 13, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Celebrating Toronto’s rich tapestry of cultures, alo brings the world to your plate. As the city is crowned the most diverse in the world by BBC, the experience mirrors this vibrant melting pot…crafting exceptional dishes with the finest ingredients and bold, global flavors. Alo is a culinary journey that transcends borders. Last night’s experience at Alo was a masterclass in experience and hospitality. From the moment you walk in, every detail is impeccable…ensuring a seamless journey from start to finish. True excellence, with every touch elevating the experience.
   

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   Alo RestaurantResponded on November 16, 2024

   Dear Hannah, thank you for your kind review. We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful experience and thank you for sharing your highlights. We look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
   

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   Neil

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 12, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Polished operation, great food and wine pairings and great service from the dining room team. Highlight of our trip to the city
   

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    John

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    This is my third time visiting Alo in the past 3 or so years - it's an exceptional restaurant and a decadent experience worthy of its entry price. I've never had an opportunity to make a special request until now, but unfortunately, I was disappointed with how the team handled it: Three days before the dinner, I had asked the reservation confirmation team if any wagyu or fatty beef on the menu could be substituted, given that my girlfriend gets an upset stomach with wagyu - it's not an allergy or dietary restriction. Still, it IS a source of discomfort so we'd like to avoid it whenever possible. This was also something that was confirmed with our server when we arrived at the restaurant. The kitchen was gracious enough to switch her wagyu course to a veal, HOWEVER, they neglected the not-so-minor detail that there was also wagyu in ANOTHER course - the risotto and wagyu/mushroom dish. I'm a detail-oriented person, so it drove me a little nuts that they (the reservation staff, the waiter, and the kitchen) had missed this. Again, this is a bit of a nitpick and a minor inconvenience at best, but I would expect a restaurant of this caliber to catch this - the best of people can make mistakes, but my request went through not one but at least TWO staff members. I'm sure this is an issue of miscommunication, but it leaves much to one's imagination as to whether the exceptional "Alo experience" is simply a singular experience, and that deviations from the menu might somehow downgrade that. I had always thought that special requests were something to be "catered to", and that the restaurant listens and serves as a platform not only to be extra-pampered but also to be pleasantly surprised by the thoughtful nature of fine-dining's ability to meet individual customers where they are. I will certainly be coming back again in the future - but the standard that I hold Alo to will be ever slightly lowered by this singular mishap.
    

    Alo RestaurantResponded on November 16, 2024

    Dear John, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are disappointed to hear that your request was missed in one of our other courses. We truly take pride in providing our guests with a memorable experience. We hope that you will consider joining us again as we would love to ensure your next experience is great. Sincerely, the team at Alo.
    

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