Bar Banane

Truly unique selection of signature cocktails. Don’t sleep on the Ctrl + shift + n. Duck confit was incredibly rich yet not fatty; love that you can get them by the pair. The savoury churros were crisp and the accompanying pimento cheese spread was addictive. My only complaint was I wish there were more of it.

I had a lovely time here with friends as it was their first time having canapés! The cocktails were amazing and I don’t think you can go wrong with any of the drinks. We all got the tasting menu but unfortunately they ran out of the pork jowl, so they substituted that course with beef tartare and savoury churros. All of the canapés were delicious and I highly recommend getting the tasting menu as you won’t regret trying everything. Overall, I would definitely come here again as it ticks all my boxes for what makes a great bar, good ambience, service, cocktails and food 😋!

The drinks are rather small if you take into account the large ice cubes placed in the cup. Paying quite a bit of money for a cup full of ice. Nevertheless, the drink menu offered unique flavours and the menu is frequently updated. I just can’t get past the fact that 80% of my drink was ice. I tried the churros as a snack, which was very delightful. The waiter was very persistent about us ordering more food and more drinks, which wasn’t the best experience. However, the atmosphere was wonderful. The bar is kind of like a “speakeasy”. And it’s very aesthetically pleasing and you get a nice view of the bar to watch the mixologist, plus a grand window overlooking ossington.

DRINKS: didn't like most of the drinks, seems like the bartender really like tequila. Big portion of the menu is built based on tequila. • Nitro Swizzle: There's something in this drinks makes my stomach hurts. Mainly pineapple flavor, light and fresh but not special. • Slap Dash: very thick layer of foam, I didn't like the ratio I could barely taste the cocktail through that foam. SERVICE: if you sit in the corner it's very hard for the server to notice you. Food is served in very fancy tray and platter. Overall service was good. VIBE: love the sofa and pillows, the place has minimal decoration but still look very nice.

Overall it was a pleasant experience. We did the tasting menu. Highlights were the duck tartlet, the 2 desserts. I had the Moon Water and Why So Serious? cocktails. They were well balanced but not that special so it was quite pricey for what it is. Service was not very attentive and had a long wait to order as well and getting the bill. Ambience was nice though, a good spot for something more intimate.

The cocktails are amazing, we tried 8 of them and the two mezcal based were incredible! Drop the bol was so tasty and the strawberry one was delicious! The forbidden negroni was good but very coconut forward so that is surprising! The food is good but very small portion for the tartare. The lobster canapé was fabulous! And very positively surprised by the savoury churros, delicious! The pork jowl was just fat did not like it!

This is a really nice date spot with an intimate atmosphere and vibes. Every drink I’ve tried was delicious, especially the strawberry cocktail, which surprisingly doesn’t taste like tequila at all. Servers and bartenders are extremely friendly and helpful with recommendations and conversation. I’ve been twice and will definitely be coming back for more in the future.

This is a delayed review but it popped into my mind this morning and it’s worth noting; Bar Banane‘s dining experience is incredibly designed and curated. Intricate flavour combinations and visually appealing dishes bring your experience to another level. 4 of my girlfriends and I enjoyed the canapé tasting menu. We started from the top and went right to the end - I ordered extra of the pork jowl. We tacked on the soufflé as well - divine. We were comfortably full after the meal and each one of us had a different favourite, for a different reason. The menu is so artfully created and you can tell from the flavours and execution that each member working there takes great pride in what they do. The cocktails were also delicious and prepared by a competition winning “bartender” (probably called something way more elaborate but I’m a simpleton haha) I may add! This is a perfect spot for an upscale night out with friends, date, business meeting - what have you. I am looking forward to returning in the future and seeing what the chef’s (especially the pastry chef) come up with!

Truly unique selection of signature cocktails. Don’t sleep on the Ctrl + shift + n. Duck confit was incredibly rich yet not fatty; love that you can get them by the pair. The savoury churros were crisp and the accompanying pimento cheese spread was addictive. My only complaint was I wish there were more of it.

I had a lovely time here with friends as it was their first time having canapés! The cocktails were amazing and I don’t think you can go wrong with any of the drinks. We all got the tasting menu but unfortunately they ran out of the pork jowl, so they substituted that course with beef tartare and savoury churros. All of the canapés were delicious and I highly recommend getting the tasting menu as you won’t regret trying everything. Overall, I would definitely come here again as it ticks all my boxes for what makes a great bar, good ambience, service, cocktails and food 😋!

The drinks are rather small if you take into account the large ice cubes placed in the cup. Paying quite a bit of money for a cup full of ice. Nevertheless, the drink menu offered unique flavours and the menu is frequently updated. I just can’t get past the fact that 80% of my drink was ice. I tried the churros as a snack, which was very delightful. The waiter was very persistent about us ordering more food and more drinks, which wasn’t the best experience. However, the atmosphere was wonderful. The bar is kind of like a “speakeasy”. And it’s very aesthetically pleasing and you get a nice view of the bar to watch the mixologist, plus a grand window overlooking ossington.

DRINKS: didn't like most of the drinks, seems like the bartender really like tequila. Big portion of the menu is built based on tequila. • Nitro Swizzle: There's something in this drinks makes my stomach hurts. Mainly pineapple flavor, light and fresh but not special. • Slap Dash: very thick layer of foam, I didn't like the ratio I could barely taste the cocktail through that foam. SERVICE: if you sit in the corner it's very hard for the server to notice you. Food is served in very fancy tray and platter. Overall service was good. VIBE: love the sofa and pillows, the place has minimal decoration but still look very nice.

Overall it was a pleasant experience. We did the tasting menu. Highlights were the duck tartlet, the 2 desserts. I had the Moon Water and Why So Serious? cocktails. They were well balanced but not that special so it was quite pricey for what it is. Service was not very attentive and had a long wait to order as well and getting the bill. Ambience was nice though, a good spot for something more intimate.

The cocktails are amazing, we tried 8 of them and the two mezcal based were incredible! Drop the bol was so tasty and the strawberry one was delicious! The forbidden negroni was good but very coconut forward so that is surprising! The food is good but very small portion for the tartare. The lobster canapé was fabulous! And very positively surprised by the savoury churros, delicious! The pork jowl was just fat did not like it!

This is a really nice date spot with an intimate atmosphere and vibes. Every drink I’ve tried was delicious, especially the strawberry cocktail, which surprisingly doesn’t taste like tequila at all. Servers and bartenders are extremely friendly and helpful with recommendations and conversation. I’ve been twice and will definitely be coming back for more in the future.

This is a delayed review but it popped into my mind this morning and it’s worth noting; Bar Banane‘s dining experience is incredibly designed and curated. Intricate flavour combinations and visually appealing dishes bring your experience to another level. 4 of my girlfriends and I enjoyed the canapé tasting menu. We started from the top and went right to the end - I ordered extra of the pork jowl. We tacked on the soufflé as well - divine. We were comfortably full after the meal and each one of us had a different favourite, for a different reason. The menu is so artfully created and you can tell from the flavours and execution that each member working there takes great pride in what they do. The cocktails were also delicious and prepared by a competition winning “bartender” (probably called something way more elaborate but I’m a simpleton haha) I may add! This is a perfect spot for an upscale night out with friends, date, business meeting - what have you. I am looking forward to returning in the future and seeing what the chef’s (especially the pastry chef) come up with!

Cute bar in ossington. The drinks are great and soufflé is to die for. We also got some mini toasts.

What a cute little spot for drinks and tiny canapés. The atmosphere is so chic and inviting; I feel like I could've sat there for hours. It was a bit late so we only stayed for a few cocktails and they were absolutely wonderful. The bartender was super talkative as well and extremely knowledgeable in his mixology skills. There aren't main food dishes here, only one piece canapés so this is definitely more of a before or after dinner spot. I did try two of the mini desserts and both were tasty!

Sip and Savor at Bar Banane Cocktail Bar - Crafty Cocktails and Tasty Bites Await Visit date: December 30, 2022 Our visit to Bar Banane in Toronto was nothing short of a revelation. When we climbed the stairs and stepped into the room we got an old school speakeasy vibe mixed with a modernist twist. We were transported into a world of accessible sophistication and intrigue. The atmosphere was upbeat and the female server we had was the cherry on top, with her gracious, knowledgeable, and attentive service. The real stars of the show at Bar Banane were the expertly crafted, and deliciously addictive cocktails and appetizers. Each cocktail was a expertly crafted, and the appetizers had us ordering and eating more and more. If you're in the Toronto area and in need of a top-notch drinking experience, look no further than Bar Banane. Make reservations on their website first for the front lounge or the bar. Trust me, you won't be disappointed

Did not expect to have food here but they are beyond amazing. Love them. Cocktails are both pretty and authentic. They have great artistic taste for the decoration and taste. Yummy cocktails! Service is good. People are fun and nice. Wanna bring friends to go again