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Amsterdam Barrel House

4.5
4.5
1082 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Comfort Food

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Kid-friendly
  • Great for craft beers
The Amsterdam Barrel House is located in the heart of Leaside, and offers a from-scratch menu curated of delicious comfort foods & Toronto's best-in-class craft beer portfolio pouring through 16 taps.

With two floors of seating and expansive outdoor patios, the Barrel House offers a unique dining experience for every season.

Savour our lip-smacking dishes including Buffalo Cauliflower, Lemon Chicken Schnitzel, and our famous Smokehouse Burger, all while warming yourself by the roaring fireplace in our main dining room or our multi floored patios!

We are a "local go-to" where we aim to show you our Amster'Dam good hospitality and keep you coming back again & again....

Hope to see you soon!
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Additional information

  • Location
    87 Laird Dr Unit 1, East York, ON M4G 3T7
  • Phone number
    (416) 504-1060
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Brewery, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is ample parking around the the BarrelHouse without charge.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Clara Cunanan

Menu

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What 1,082 people are saying

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toronto

    Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Amsterdam Barrel House offers a charming atmosphere with a "lovely patio" perfect for sunny days. Patrons rave about the "friendly and attentive" service, highlighting standout servers like Adam, Samantha, and Becky. The menu pleases with "delicious food" and a "great beer selection." Despite minor menu changes, it's a "great family restaurant" with "cozy vibes."

1,082 Reviews

  1. Al

    Toronto1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice dinner out with family members. A bit.pricey though.

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  2. Michael VIP

    Toronto5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had lunch here with a friend today. The service was perfect and the food was very tasty. I recommend this place most highly!!

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  3. Jack VIP

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Today was wintery and cold with a blowing wind. A day to be inside. A day for lunch at the Amsterdam. As always, the staff at the front door were welcoming and efficient, directing us to a table for two beside the fireplace. Bonus! Samantha (Sam) was our server today. She was friendly and chatty and seemed pleased to see us. We ordered “our usual”, as regulars to the Amsterdam (perhaps we are boring) and without much delay we were enjoying our fish and chips (for her) and the Tai chicken curry (for me), washed down with Diet Coke and an Amsterdam Blonde. The food was hot and nicely presented, particularly the curry, resting on a palm leaf in a custom earthenware (?) dark bowl. The beer, even on a cold day, was great. Although there are giant screen TVs in one section of the dining area showing (today) live tennis, the sounds and images were not intrusive. Ditto the musical ambiance. Although I would prefer NO music in a restaurant, the Amsterdam’s choice was reasonable acceptable and allowed for an audible conversation (I often wonder if the “music” in restaurants, or the grocery store, is targeting the customers or the staff). No desert today. Stuffed. But there was a little room for a cappuccino before paying the bill. Goodbyes from Sam who provided great service and who maintained a pleasant chatty presence throughout today’s encounter. We will be back. Jack H Toronto

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  4. David VIP

    Toronto2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very consistent. Love the staff. Great wings and paired with the greatest IPA of all time “BoneShaker”

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  5. colleen

    Toronto4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was prompt and courteous. Food was excellent. On a cold night, the fireplace provided a very comfortable space.

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  6. MarinaR

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great place to hang out with my family. Great service and good portions

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  7. Sue

    Toronto19 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Not the usual service; we waited almost an hour for our appetizers; then our mains came before we had finished. Not sure if you were understaffed; but not our usual experience. My husband tried one of the items on the holiday menu; again not up to your normal standards. He had the cod with noodles and the noodles were just mushy. I know this is a busy time and things happen. Have a great day.

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  8. Sabrina

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a warm and welcoming service. Our neighborhood go to spot!!! Food is always great and they are super good with kids.

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  9. Jim

    Toronto1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The only slightly negative comment was I found the fish and chips a little mushy. My preference is a more crispy fish

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  10. Anthony

    Toronto24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly staff, great food and good value for money

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FAQs

Amsterdam Barrel House does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes. Amsterdam Barrel House also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 504-1060.

Amsterdam Barrel House is rated 4.5 stars by 1082 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Amsterdam Barrel House

87 Laird Dr Unit 1, East York, ON M4G 3T7

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (416) 504-1060
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Brewery, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is ample parking around the the BarrelHouse without charge.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Clara Cunanan
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