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Compton Ave., Toronto, ON

Compton Ave.

4.6
4.6
34 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 58 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Compton Ave., the newest experiential cocktail bar by the team behind Toronto's renowned BarChef and PREQUEL & CO APOTHECARY brings the look and feel of being transported to a luxurious townhouse on Compton Ave. in Central London.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, British
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed, Sun 6:00 pm–1:00 am Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (647) 398-9667
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Lionel Duke
  • Neighborhood
    Ossington
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Standing Room Only

    Multiple dates available
    Secure our standing-room-only cocktail area, featuring cocktail tables ideal for mixing and mingling with friends. This space is perfect for larger groups, providing an excellent setting for social gatherings. Please note: Groups of 8 or more will receive a single bill or can opt for up to 6 equal payments, with an automatic gratuity added.
    Standing Room Only Photo
  • Lounge Seating

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our tufted leather lounge seating with friends! If you're bringing 7 or more guests, you’ll have exclusive access to this space. For groups of 6 or fewer, communal seating provides a wonderful opportunity to mingle. Please note: For parties of 8 or more, a single bill will be issued, or you can choose up to 6 equal payments, with a 20% automatic gratuity added.
    Lounge Seating Photo

What 34 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto

    Cocktail Bar

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Compton Ave. is a vibrant spot blending "amazing cocktails" and "fantastic steak" with a lively atmosphere. The stunning "dark and moody interior" offers a unique vibe perfect for a date night or a casual outing. While music volume can be a concern, the "friendly staff" and "great service" truly enhance the experience.

34 Reviews
  1. Katrina

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bearface whisky cocktail was delicious! Will be back! The fries and sour cream are also lovely

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  2. Bonifacio

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food, love the drinks, love the service & love the christmastime decor! 5/5⭐️ Will definitely be coming back☺️

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  3. nicole

    Toronto

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always this amazing spot in the west end has that festive homey feel. Drinks were incredible and the staff are always super nice. I always love coming here during the festive season or just during the regular time!
    Compton Ave.Responded 4 days ago
    Hi Nicole, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you love the festive atmosphere, amazing drinks, and our friendly team. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! - Annabel Ngo, General Manager.

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  4. Fiona

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Compton Ave is a beautiful bar anytime but decorated for Christmas it was so incredible. The drinks are excellent. The Christmas Negroni was delicious. We ordered basically all of the food on the menu and nothing disappointed. The Fish and Chips all in one finger ... so unique. Now on to Frankie's other Christmas pop-up Nordic.
    Compton Ave.Responded 4 days ago
    Hi Fiona, Thank you for the amazing review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed Compton Ave’s festive decor, delicious drinks, and unique dishes like the Fish and Chips finger. We hope you have an incredible time at Nordic. Looking forward to seeing you again soon! Cheers! - Annabel Ngo, General Manager.

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  5. Megha

    Salt Lake City

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We were a bit table of 7 and reserved in advance. Loved the interiors and the Christmas decor. Reminded me of my favorite bar in UK. We got the corner big dark red leather couch and it was perfect. Just quite noisy to have a conversation. My cocktail was recommended by the server and it was really good but didn’t love all the cocktails ordered on the table. Will definitely go again.
    Compton Ave.Responded 4 days ago
    Hi Megha, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled you loved the festive decor and that our space reminded you of your favorite bar in the UK. We’re glad you enjoyed your server’s cocktail recommendation and your cozy spot on the red leather couch. We’ll take note of the feedback on the noise and cocktails to keep improving. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Cheers! - Annabel Ngo, General Manager.

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  6. Suzi

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the perfect place to go to right now to get into the Christmas spirit. The bar is beautifully decorated with amazing jazz Christmas tunes in the background. How can you not get into the spirit of Christmas? We just stayed for cocktails and they were all delicious. Did not have any food. Hence the three star rating it just really wasn’t applicable. But I’m sure I’ll be back again to enjoy and look forward to it.
    Compton Ave.Responded 4 days ago
    Hi Suzi, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the festive decor, jazz Christmas tunes, and delicious cocktails. We’d love to welcome you back soon, and hopefully, you’ll get to try some of our dishes next time. Cheers! - Annabel Ngo, General Manager.

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  7. Kelley

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was Martini hour so we tried the first two on the menu and they were amazing! great flavours and balance. The Croquettes were our favourite food, alongside the smoked olives and steak.
    Compton Ave.Responded 4 days ago
    Hi Kelley, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed Martini Hour and loved the flavors and balance of the cocktails. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience. Cheers! - Annabel Ngo, General Manager.

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  8. Leah

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and ambiance is good but the cocktails are really bad.
    Compton Ave.Responded 4 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the service and ambiance, but we’re sorry to hear that the cocktails didn’t meet your expectations. Our team takes pride in crafting unique and flavorful drinks, and we’d love the opportunity to learn more about what didn’t work for you. Please feel free to reach out to me directly and I’d be happy to make things right for your next visit. - Annabel Ngo, General Manager.

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  9. Rebecca

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    I was disappointed because I had really high hopes for this bar. The music was so loud I could barely hear my friend, and it was difficult to talk. The service was incredibly slow and we waited 20 minutes without being asked if we wanted another drink. We were sitting at the bar and the bartender instead was fussing with glasses. Will not return.
    Compton Ave.Responded on November 6, 2024
    Hi Rebecca, Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations, especially as we strive to create an inviting and enjoyable atmosphere. We understand that music volume and attentive service are important parts of the experience, and we apologize that these aspects fell short during your visit. We’ll be sharing your comments with our team to help us improve. Thank you for giving us a try, and we hope there may be an opportunity to welcome you back for a better experience in the future. - Annabel Ngo, General Manager.

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  10. Shannon

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Unfortunately did not live up to the hype and to my experience at their other cocktail bars. There was little to no presentation/flair w the cocktails given the cost. We were also put at a table at the back of the bar that had a direct view into the kitchen. There’s was a curtain that if was put down would of hidden it so that it wouldn’t be an eye sore to patrons but the staff kept it pulled back for ease of them going in/out. Unfortunately this really ruined the ambience w seeing the bright fluorescent lights of the kitchen in an otherwise darkened bar. Doesn’t see a great mood sipping a $30 drink while staring at a commercial oven and kitchen supplies.
    Compton Ave.Responded on November 6, 2024
    Hi Shannon, Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. I’m sorry to hear that your experience didn’t match expectations, especially given your enjoyment of our other bars. We understand that the presentation of our cocktails and the ambiance are essential parts of what makes a night out special, and I apologize that these aspects didn’t meet our usual standards during your visit. We appreciate your feedback regarding the seating and visibility of the kitchen area; we’re addressing this with our team to ensure a better atmosphere for all guests. Thank you again for your honest insights, and we hope you’ll consider giving us another opportunity to provide the experience you were hoping for. - Annabel Ngo, General Manager.

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Compton Ave. is rated 4.6 stars by 34 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 58 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Compton Ave.

1282 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1X7

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Ossington
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed, Sun 6:00 pm–1:00 am Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Lionel Duke
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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