Le Sélect Bistro

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"Gorgeous Parisian bistro with excellent food, service, and atmosphere. Reservations advised for dinner and weekend brunch." - TWG

"Since opening in 1977, this French restaurant was a fixture in the city — until reports emerged that everyone’s petit chou would be closing forever after the building was sold to (gasp) condo developer Allied Properties in 2021. Fortunately, Allied elected to keep Le Sélect open and seek out a new operator to manage the restaurant, ultimately landing on restaurateur David Aisenstat and Scale Hospitality. When it reopened in 2022, it was as if the restaurant never skipped a beat, with the same decorations (mahogany accents, rouge banquettes, zinc bar, vintage posters) and the same French menu (with a few new daily specials). At the pass, corporate executive chef Ted Corrado serves up Parisian plats du jour with delicate nods to Canadiana, such as butter-engorged escargot vol-au-vent that’s placed inside a bird’s nest of ethereally flaky house-made puff pastry; pungent foie gras terrine gilded with ice wine gelée; and salt-kissed steak frites (sourced from Ontario Woodward Farms) completed with red wine jus. End with quintessential tarte tatin featuring squidgy caramelized apples and butter-caramel sauce." - Tiffany Leigh

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"Hidden French dining A hidden gem in Toronto, Le Sélect Bistro serves a diverse selection of French dishes from brunch to dinner. Try out their moules au porc fume et à la maudite , which features Atlantic Mussels steamed in strong Québec Ale with smoked pulled pork. Make sure to come back for a filling breakfast, too, to taste their French toast stuffed with apples and cranberries, drizzled with Canadian Maple syrup."

"Le Select Bistro, King West. Gorgeous Parisian bistro with excellent food, service, and atmosphere. Reservations advised for dinner and weekend brunch."

Toronto

Hanna Lee

Google

After coming here for the second time I can confidently say that this has become one of my favourite places to eat in the city. Every dish I have tried has been delicious, the portions are great, the cocktails are all 10/10 and the service is impeccable. This is where we’ll bring our families when they come from out of town from now on. Can’t wait to go again soon

Sarah Phu

Google

I visited this charming bistro that specializes in classic French cuisine for a weekday lunch with a couple of friends on their mat leave. The interior was cozy and welcoming, with enough space to comfortably fit two strollers at our table, especially since the restaurant wasn’t full during our visit. I ordered the croque monsieur along with some freshly squeezed orange juice, both of which were delightful. The flavors were authentic and satisfying, making for an enjoyable meal, even if we had to eat quickly due to the babies who started to get cranky after a while. I’m definitely planning to return to explore more items on the menu. The service here was excellent. Our server was friendly, efficient, and knew the menu well. He checked up on the table just the right amount of times, and was able to accommodate any requests we made.

Susie Tan

Google

A French restaurant with great appetizers, especially the escargot, which was delicious. However, the main courses were quite average—the steak lacked flavor, and the roasted duck leg was too salty and not very enjoyable. I suggest replacing the beans served with the duck leg with risotto.

Vicky Mo

Google

Duck confit is a must-try! The portion is huge that one main is enough for two people. The chicken is actual half chicken and the sauce is inspiring. Something disappointed was the service. The waitress did not ask for allergies so that we ended up ordering something allergic. We figured it out when it's on the table. Her attitude was a little rude comparing that with other tables and other servers. Food wise, I'll definitely visit again to try something else.

Jimmy Wang

Google

Food was pretty good. Escargot needed a pinch of salt, their fries tasted just like a better version of McDonald’s. Service was very slow and not organized during our visit for lunch. Our waitress asked if we wanted to have meals coursed or altogether, and we said together, yet everything came in course with extra long wait in between. Our cutlery was taken after the first appetizer, but was not given back before the second appetizer. We had to ask for cutlery. Not satisfied. Their atmosphere is definitely amazing! Please, even if you don’t need to, go to their washroom. It’s an experience for sure.

Dag Larsen

Google

Always a great time. Fancy food without the fancy pretense. Usually go for lunch so it is not too loud or hectic. Meals are always good. Best seats in the house are the front round circles by the bar (request when you book) waffles at brunch were awesome. Price a bit high but good quality food and cheaper than other comparable French spots of this calibre. I do not drink alcohol, but the cocktails sure look pretty when others order them

Simon Rechico Moisan

Google

I would not consider Le Sélect a French restaurant. It is a restaurant that serves French food. The food was good but not amazing they had the classic French staples but nothing more creative than that. Drink selection is quite good since they have an enormous wine cellar which you can see downstairs. Services was also good but the waiters can get busy. I would recommend La Palette instead.

Goldy Wong

Google

Amongst the best bistro in Toronto. Very authentic and excel those in Europe! All dishes are very presented and delicious. Very good wine list as bd wines are priced reasonable! Highly recommended

Hanna Lee

Google

Sarah Phu

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Susie Tan

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Vicky Mo

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Jimmy Wang

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Dag Larsen

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Simon Rechico Moisan

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Goldy Wong

Google

Amongst the best bistro in Toronto. Very authentic and excel those in Europe! All dishes are very presented and delicious. Very good wine list as bd wines are priced reasonable! Highly recommended

Sarah P.

Yelp

I visited this charming bistro that specializes in classic French cuisine for a weekday lunch with a couple of friends on their mat leave. The interior was cozy and welcoming, with enough space to comfortably fit two strollers at our table, especially since the restaurant wasn't full during our visit. I ordered the croque monsieur along with some freshly squeezed orange juice, both of which were delightful. The flavors were authentic and satisfying, making for an enjoyable meal, even if we had to eat quickly due to the babies who started to get cranky after a while. I'm definitely planning to return to explore more items on the menu. The service here was excellent. Our server was friendly, efficient, and knew the menu well. He checked up on the table just the right amount of times, and was able to accommodate any requests we made.

Krista F.

Yelp

I came here for a work event. The place is very clean, spacious and well kept. The staff is very attentive and knowledgeable about everything they have to offer. The food is traditional French which isn't something I enjoy. Nothing on the menu really appealed to me but I decided to get the risotto. It was delicious and I was surprised how much I enjoyed it. It was piping hot and full of flavour. We also ordered several of their desserts which we all shared. I'd come back for the dessert alone. They had a peach tarte tatin, a cake with fresh caramel sauce, crème brûlée. It was divine!

Maria Alejandra E.

Yelp

Very authentic, very classy and very demure hehe Went in a sunny day and sat outside, and temperature was perfect. Service was impecable. Food is exactly as advertised, authentic French and delicious. However, it didn't leave it me impressed or wanting more. If you are looking for authenticity it is the place to be . Crème brûlée was amazing!!

Lyle O.

Yelp

I'm obsessed with Le Sélect. Is it North America's best foie gras? The champs gel that tops it is amazing. Is it the wine encyclopedia? They've even got Cahors, to pair perfectly with the confit duck. About that duck: tender, juicy perfection, atop a lovey cassoulet that hits all the notes while feeling very modern and cheffy. The staff, from the friendly bartenders, to the knowledgeable sommelier, to the classic waiters, are all top. And the vibes? Your modern luxury bistro, straight out of Paris. Great place to start that novel, drown your sorrows, entertain your future wife, or celebrate grandma's 100th. Le Sélect, Je t'aime.

Patrick M.

Yelp

Proper French bistro. Impeccable bar service. Foie gras, coquilles, escargots, rillettes, and beef tartare were all fantastic. If you're down for a nice evening out (great place to impress a date), cough up the cash.

Winona H.

Yelp

Another restaurant checked off my list thanks to @liciousto! I thought we got an ok deal for $65 pp for the tartare, escargots, steak frites, and desserts. This restaurant has been around Toronto for 50 years and you really feel like you are stepping into the Ratatouille resto with the rustic parisian inspired decor with spectacular service ‍ to be candid, I thought our apps and mains were tasty but didn't meet my expectations. the steak quality was good and and tender, but not something i'd come back for anytime soon. Another item i had always wanted to try from here was the french onion soup so we had to add it on. It was probably my favourite dish of the night since it had lots of yummy gruyère on top!

Eileen L.

Yelp

We came here on a Sunday morning for brunch. There is a spacious patio outside and the interior is a very classic French diner style. The restaurant is actually huge so you can fit your large gatherings. We got the French onion soup, the croque Monsieur and tarte du petit dejeuner. Everything was quite tasty, on the heavy side Servers in the hosts were very friendly and accommodating. Prices are mid range. Washrooms are inaccessible and downstairs.

Jeff S.

Yelp

I chose this spot after reading an Eater 2023 review listing it in the top restaurants of Toronto. Accept this review at your own risk-or maybe at your peril. It not only totally underwhelmed, but forced me to reassess how high I hold the bar on dining out. With many diners there seemingly enjoying the food and content with the lacksadaisical service, I seriously could not get why this place got such a great review. Maybe it has just fallen on hard times-the waitress did admit that the kitchen was slow and they had a new chef... On entering, the restaurant is lively enough, the vibe is good, the host/waitress friendly and enthusiastic. We were seated quickly and before long our server came and we placed our order. We started with the Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarte and Foie Gras Terrine with toast points. The Goat Cheese Tartine-if they make their own puff pastry, it was overworked, tough and cracker like. Not delicate, fluffy and rich and soft. The presentation was good, but I wasn't even sure if there was any chevre in there-more like small flecks of brie, and the quantity was entirely wanting. The frisee and fresh figs on top were fresh, but the caramelized onions and fig jam left much to be desired. Moving on to the Foie Gras Terrine-maybe the gelee on top made from sauternes wine was the best part. It was a very thin, well presented sliver of terrine. Flavor itself was overly bland, very little sense that I was eating anything as rich and delicious as foie gras. If they wanted to be subtle about it, they win on that front. Two of us ordered burgers, and I had the Salade Nicoise. Service took over 30 minutes to bring out the main courses, and everything seemed like it had been sitting out for hours. Or, in the case of my salad, everything had been prepared long beforehand and sat in the fridge. Cold soft boiled egg? What? Cold runny yolk-not good. Seared tuna cold through and through? It was probably seared at 9 this morning, sliced and stuck in the fridge, then plated up 4 hours later. A few sliced black olives? Where are the Nicoise olives? Tomatoes in the middle of winter-ok, so you can get greenhouse grown tomatoes, but these looked too terrible to try. Ok, so maybe it was prepared the same day, but this is not real, well-prepared food. The food showed an utter lack of proper, timely preparation and care. For a medium and a rare burger, both were the same hockey puck of overcooked, cool meat. For dessert we had a Lemon Tarte. This was the best, and only decent, part of the meal. Not quite lemony enough for me, but with a well made thin crust. But I do think it had been refrigerated a while too-crust was getting soggy. Nonetheless, well presented. Shame on you Le Select Bistro-you will have to work very hard to move back up into the good graces of Eater reviews-and mine.

Cherrie T.

Yelp

My partner and I were exploring The Well across the street and decided to stop by Le Select Bistro for some appetizers before we continued to explore the area. The hostesses and our server were very friendly and welcoming. We shared the escargots bourguignons, seared scallops, and smoked whitefish - all very delicious! Very tempted to order French onion soup, but we were pressed for time! Can't wait to come back again to try other items on the menu!

Jennifer C.

Yelp

We were for brunch. Made the reservation and they gave us a table by the window we started with escargot, the texture was just prefect. And the puff mins was prefect soaking up the garlic oil. We ordered the Paris tart and steak breakfast. The brunch pie with salad on a nice fluffy puff pastry. You will love it if you love puff pastry. I found its a bit hard on the bottom, I had some difficulty cutting it with my steak knife. The steak was done as we ordered medium. It will be prefect for a date , family dinner or any occasion if you would like to have a french date.

Christie L.

Yelp

Review from 7/2023 This place was a delight. The inside is extremely cute and took me back to my time in France! The outside patio is adorable. We were sat on the patio and had a wonderful meal. I had the roast chicken (poulet roti). It was so good. It was ordered by another table near us, and I could smell it and had to order it. Hubby ordered the boullabaisse and could not stop raving about it. Wine choices were great by the glass the cocktails were very well made. Service was great!

Jen A.

Yelp

A taste of France just across the street from The Well! The scallop appetizer was the star of the show tonight, with the butter sauce and the perfectly cooked scallops. Croque Madame was a larger portion than I'd expected; so many fries! The lamb needed a bit more salt, but it was still lovely. The cocktails were terrific! Tip: go for dinner here and then go explore Toronto's newest architectural wonder -- it's just steps away!

Joe P.

Yelp

After a long day at Niagara Falls, we were ready for a nice dinner. Le Sèlect was on the hotel list, had good reviews, and had a thumbs up from a few people we spoke to. In addition, it was a short walk from our hotel, just West of the Entertainment District. We started off w/ the escargots in puff pastry. This dish tasted good, but there were too many mushrooms for my taste. It was hard to taste the star of the dish. On the other hand, my main was fantastic. I haven't had confit for a while, so when I was researching the menu, I had my mind set. The duck was so crispy, moist and flavorful. Secondarily, the beans & ham underneath were very hearty. I'm glad I didn't opt for two pieces of duck. I saved room for dessert, and the pear tartine w/ ice cream & caramel was perfect for a warm summer night. It was light, and I love anything w/ a caramel sauce. To accompany dessert, I had a nice Canadian whisky. Regarding the ambiance, its big inside & out. There is a large bar to your right as you walk in. We opted for the large patio bc it was still warm after 8 pm. The only downside was the restroom was a long walk thru the inside, and down a long flight of stairs. Our waitress Becca was excellent. She was friendly, informative on the menu, and attentive. Le Sélect is frequented by many locals, and located in a neighborhoody building. I'm glad we had the chance to have an great meal w/ excellent service, in a very comfortable setting.

Harshini R.

Yelp

The staff were friendly upon walking in and the place is pretty big with plenty of tables. For drinks we ordered a sidecar and it happened one night. The sidecar was very sweet and not as boozy as it's supposed to be but still tasted good. For food we got the escargot, French onion soup, and steak frites. The escargot was pretty terrible. The pieces of escargot were very small and mushy, the parsley butter tastes more like oil and there was more puff pastry than anything else. They also brought out our steak before the French onion soup, which we were ok with, but the steak was mediocre. It lacked enough butter and wasn't the most tender. The French onion soup was probably one of the best dishes we had along with the dessert. The tarte tartin was large and could easily serve 4 but we also finished it between the 2 of us. It comes with caramel sauce and 2 scoops of ice cream. It was extremely filling but worth it. If I did ever come back, it would be to try the steak tartare with some wine. Hoping you can't go wrong there.

Tammy N.

Yelp

Been around for 50 years and is one of my favourite restaurants in Toronto! Service and food are impeccable! I've been here twice and tried: - croque madame ($26): YOU NEED TO TRY THIS. If you've ever asked yourself "how good can a sandwich be?" this is one of the most elevated versions of a sandwich you can try. Gruyère cheese, bechamel sauce, and topped with a sunny side egg. Super rich, buttery, and impressive. I'm not sure how they make it but I wish I did so I could re-create it! I get this every time I come here, and it's honestly one of those dishes I think about a lot Coquilles st-jacques ($24): seared scallop and potato gratin. Another one of my fave dishes here. So rich in flavour and scallops are cooked to perfection. Potato gratin has such a lovely whipped texture. escargots bourguignons ($23): used to be served in the shells, now served on a puff pastry. The pastry was super flakey and THE LAYERS!!! The escargot was chopped up which kind of takes away from the usual texture, it kind of feels like chopped mushroom. tarte aux oignons et chèvre ($19): a flatter tart than the previous, has goat cheese, caramelized onions, figs which all complimented each other moules frites ($26): super generous portion of mussels and fries. Marinated in a white wine, butter and garlic sauce salade niçoise ($33) great to pair with the other dishes and mains petite seafood platter tarte tatin ($22): huge portion. Great for sharing! Comes with icecream. Everything here is quite buttery and rich so eat in moderation :) Prices are very reasonable and affordable. Every time I go there people are dressed in suits and beautiful attire. Does have a bit of a mature vibe to it sometimes.

Huiying J.

Yelp

My first French style meal. Great food! The four dishes are all recommended. The duck leg is not as impressive as the other three.

Bryan L.

Yelp

A new favorite for an upscale brunch. Very creative brunch menu with a French flare. I had and would highly recommend the tarte du petit déjeuner a puff pastry covered by mushrooms caramelized onions, brie and a fried egg. Wife had the croque madame which really should be on the brunch menu. French toast with ham, gruyère, bechamel, sunny side egg, & frites. Both meals were exceptional and matched the perky service. Prices reasonable. Beautiful restaurant, didn't want to leave.

Lauren B.

Yelp

You could do a lot better for brunch. While the space is very nicely designed, like a French brasserie, I just find the ambiance here cold and soulless. If you do go, I recommend the front room over the back room. Our brunch was also well below par. I asked for bacon extra crispy and it came limp and chewy as can be. Didn't enjoy anything about this place except for the service -- our server was quite friendly.

Nathan K.

Yelp

Delicious. Full stop. We went in for a late lunch, and ordered a few of the menu signatures -- starting with the escargot, and had pate. The escargot and puffed pastry was a delicious bite that balanced the earthiness of the snails with lots of fresh herbs in butter -- to all be completed with the crispy and flaky disc of pastry. The Pate was served with three different types of mustard to offer a sharpness. I''ve had a lot of mussels before, but I think the way they are flavored and seasoned at Le Select has been the best I have ever had. The broth and cream that was used to cook them was full of flavor and seasoned correctly -- it did not taste dilute at all. The fries were piping hot, crisp, and salted perfectly too. Service was also impeccable, and the food came out quickly after ordering. For a Friday lunch time, Le Select was also decently busy -- which also indicates to me how wonderful this bistro is. If you are visiting Toronto, I highly recommend.

Neo V.

Yelp

Great place! Ambiance was nice with an older nice vibe! The service was top notch and servers would come around and ask for water or if you needed anything. The food tasted great. I had the Duck l'orange. It was tender and I would order it again for sure. Coffee was good as well.

Janice H.

Yelp

Friendly staff and service, delicious food. French onion soup is one of the best here I've tried around Toronto. Cute ambience.

Frank R.

Yelp

Great food Super great staff Cute restaurant Get the salads nicoise Croque monsieur Eat it!

Elle G.

Yelp

I've been to this resto in a number of incarnations. It was originally on Queen West, then Wellington, then closed and now back on Wellington in its same location. Happy to say that the food is still great. Lovely same decor, French Bistro, with a lot of booths. In summer they have a huge front patio. One thing to note. This block of Wellington from Spadina to Portland is a disaster presently with construction. We made the mistake of driving and getting there and finding a place to park us nightmarish. You can't even park on one side of the street. So take transit or check out if there is parking available elsewhere. Ok. Now to the food. We did go for lunch not dinner. Hubby had escargot. Then Mussels and Frites. I had the Croque Madame. Pics included. Our friends had the Creme Brûlée at the end and the Salmon Brioche and Frisée salad for mains. FYI this is not a place for a rushed meal. Food was timely but well spaced. Good selections of wine even by the glass. Do give them a try! Recommend reservations though. The place was packed!

Wendy L.

Yelp

Favourite item: risotto - the perfect texture and super fragrant! I nice light taste for what could be a heavy dish. Other items: Foie gras - such an aesthetically pleasing dish and a mix of sweet and savoury, and soft and crispy textures Steak frites - cooked perfectly, super tender and juicy Escargot - nice soft bread to go with the escargots, but nothing mind blowing Tarte au tatin pour deux - an apple tart for two, so yes, it's pretty big! Comes with ice cream too and a delicious caramel sauce to pour all over. The mix of temperatures, textures and flavours is great!

Brenda H.

Yelp

A touch of France in Toronto! The menu was pure French bistro and we had the option to sit outside which we did. Our server was great-we asked about one of their drinks and he brought us a small taste just to try it! The mussels were fresh and the lemon tarte was perfect. Definitely recommend!

Mitchell L.

Yelp

Le Sélect Bistro transported my taste buds to the heart of France! Nestled in a small street, this charming French bistro exudes an inviting ambiance that perfectly complements its exquisite culinary offerings. To start, group group decided to share the beef tartare. The presentation was artful and the tartare had a burst of flavours from the fresh herbs and tangy dressing. It was an excellent choice to awaken our appetites for the feast to come. As for my main course, I opted for the duck confit, and it was nothing short of exceptional. The duck leg was cooked to perfection, with the meat so tender it effortlessly fell off the bone. Each succulent bite was a symphony of flavours, enhanced by the crispy golden skin. Throughout the meal, the service was impeccable. The waitstaff was attentive, friendly, and well-versed in the menu, providing insightful recommendations that further enriched our dining experience. The ambiance at Le Sélect Bistro is simply enchanting. The warm lighting and rustic decor create an authentic Parisian vibe, making it an ideal spot for a romantic date night or an intimate gathering with friends. In conclusion, Le Sélect Bistro is a hidden gem that deserves all the praise it receives. With its outstanding French cuisine, attentive service, and inviting ambiance, it undoubtedly stands out as one of the best French bistros in town. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or just looking to experience authentic French flavours, Le Sélect Bistro is an absolute must-visit. Bon appétit!

Anthony F.

Yelp

Great food and great service. Was there recently for a lunch and the steak sandwich was great. Tasted awesome, huge portion and the fries were hot. They suggested specials which was beef cheeks and the ones who ordered it said it was amazing. Only complaint was it was hard to find parking due to construction but it wasn't their fault. Would recommend if u r ever in the area.

Lindsey O.

Yelp

I took a client here recently and we had a lovely meal. The service was very friendly and I loved the vibe/ambiance. We started with the escargot, which were super yummy. I also had a delicious mocktail (they had a couple options for the sober sallies like me). For dinner, I ordered the steak frites - the fries were UNBEATABLE, SO GOOD, but the steak was a little tough. I've had better steak. But again, those fries were perfectly cooked and perfectly salted. My dining companion had the duck confit and seemed to really like it, so I'd probably try that next time!

Jeffrey B.

Yelp

What's not to rave about Le Sélect? The service was only outdone by the food, which is no small feat considering the care and attention that we were given. The wine selection was outstanding. The food? Oh, the food! It was heaven! To complete the trifecta of awesome was the ambiance. We sat outside, which was perfect on a summer night, but the inside was just as nice. Elegant, without being "heavy", yet still conveying a level of cozy intimacy. We WILL be coming back on our next trip to Toronto.

Mickey G.

Yelp

My wife and I wanted a special experience for our 43th anniversary . We were more than pleased. The sommelier Jascha B. really knew his material and he made selecting a wine an enjoyable process. Our server Phoenix was first rate. The food was exactly as described on the menu. I had the black cod and not only was the filet perfectly cooked but the tasty sauce was excellent. My wife had the Nicoise salad and it was expertly balanced. I will come back .

Rachel J.

Yelp

I am a fan of french bistro comfort food in general, but I think that one of the things I like so much about Le Select, it is a lovely spot for a date, or a business lunch or brunch with friends minus the King West vibe IYKYK. I understand that they have had at least one ownership change since i was last there and so I was a little curious to see if that had translated to any changes. I am happy to say it had not. The space is warm and welcoming, the food is good, the service and the ambience is great.

Lambert S.

Yelp

This place is not cheap but all worth it... I haven't had French food go so long so we go here on a quiet afternoon after the lunch hour rush... We tried the typical French popular items such as French onion soup, escargot, foie gras. Also we got the steak and egg from the brunch menu. This is one of the besssst French onion soup I ever had... well it's $19 plus tax but it's worth trying in my opinion! Flavour is so intense with onion and beef stock and the cheese crust on top is so generous and perfectly baked. Come here hungry so u can enjoy this soup even more!! The escargot is good also but surprisingly, the brioche is more memorable than the escargot . It's soo good with the escargot , the brioche is so soft with a few grain of salt on top.. yum yum! The steak and egg is ok I guess, definitely not as impressive as the onion soup but the portion is good because I do need something to fill my tummy after eating the appetizer. And the dessert is worth mentioning too!! Looks like freshly out from oven and is very big!! More than enough for 2 people and also came with 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream... what a way to end the meal.. This meal is pricey to me but I do enjoyed the food very much and for sure will come back again!!!! 5 stars with no hesitation.

Charmaine L.

Yelp

We went there for surprise brunch. All staffs are very friendly and helpful. I like French cuisine and this is one of my favourite. We also pretty satisfied to our food, all nicely prepared and tasty. Except the onion soup was a bit salty. Not a fancy French restaurant but feeling homey and very welcoming! Price reasonable. The only one thing I will complain is hard to get a parking. Overall highly recommended.

Seamus L.

Yelp

Great meal from start to finish. Got wise help selecting a bottle of French syrah -- had to pair w/ steak frites and moules frites -- it was wonderful. Half dozen oysters were sweet and briny, really nice bowl of olives. Entrees mentioned above were great, sauce w/ mussels especially so. Then, already too full, we ordered a tarte tatin, didn't come close to finishing it, but not for lack of interest. The apples and the caramel sauce were amazing. Really lovely evening.

Joe G.

Yelp

Food:4/5. Service: 5/5. Oysters, escargot, beef tartare; duck confit, trout. Highly recommended!

Brian F.

Yelp

Truly one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. From the fresh rhubarb, orange, and radicchio salad, warm, marinated olives, and crisp baguette staters to the impeccable black cod, roasted chicken, Brussel sprouts, and pommes frites to the lemon tart and chocolate mousse desserts, every bite was a delight. The fact that the meal was beautifully paced and orchestrated by the truly lovely Melanie, and took place on the restaurant's charming patio with my son on Father's Day, made this a very special Toronto summer night. Highly recommend and look forward to coming back for more.

Chung-Mi J.

Yelp

The food is very delicious. I highly recommend going here to celebrate someone's birthday, anniversary, or even going on a date just for the food and wine. However, I feel the service would have been much improved if they would have done something to make someone's birthday extra special like providing a small slice of cake from the dessert menu. Overall, it was a good evening with delicious French food and cuisine.

Blue D.

Yelp

Had their French onion soup and was watery and salty and the Costco frozen version was 10X's better and they should have just served that instead and I would have been happy. Ordered other mains and it was mediocre at best. It was one of my go-to restaurants from the 90's but something terrible has happened to either the management or the kitchen/ chef or both.

Angelina N.

Yelp

Drove an hour and half here for my bday dinner with a friend, the food and service had gone way downhill. The scallops, mussel and frites was salty, the Seafood Bouillabaisse was also really salty beyond the norm. We had to send the two main courses back. I have been to this restaurant few time when the food was good and their pricing was reasonable, everything has gone downhill. I will not return any time soon and will not recommend this restaurant to my family and friends.

Lexie R.

Yelp

food was super good , bread was amazing. service was fast but still great. oysters were some of the best i've ever had. definitely recommend.

Carson A.

Yelp

Awesome experience! Visited from California, never had French food like this. Loved it! Ambient atmosphere and great service as well

Cecilia F.

Yelp

I just had dinner here: Magnifique! I recommend it whole hearted. The Boulevardier was just right, Brussels sprouts were divine and just the right kick of spiciness, and there was no Beef Tartare sign left on the plate. I wish I came here starving so I can try more dishes. It's ok... it's always tomorrow

Ellie H.

Yelp

Best duck confit so far, the white beans casserole is not as good comparatively. But the duck confit is crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, perfect bit. Appetizer scallop and foie gras, would recommend the foie gras, nice ice wine gel to reduce the greasiness of the foie gras. Scallop is seared well, but potato mesh on the side a bit salty. Dessert went for rum baba, not my cup of tea, but classic, nicely soaked. Just too filling for someone already feasted lol.

Michelle L.

Yelp

The French onion soup was so delicious. Very generous amount of gooey cheese. The beef tartare was another highlight of the meal. I would come back just to order those two again. Also enjoyed the duck confit from the entrees. Curious to try their desserts but got too full near the end

Gordon H.

Yelp

Top to bottom, perfection Some of the best staff in the city. Perfectly guided meal experience.

Lissa L.

Yelp

Great food and service. We loved eating outside on a beautiful summer night. Well done!

Jamie L.

Yelp

Went there for our anniversary night with my SO. Food was okay, but we were very disappointed with the service. We made a reservation at 5:45pm, which clearly states that "the table will be reserved for two hours" on the website. At first the food and service were good. At 7:15pm (1.5 hr later), they told us "it is already over 2 hours" and asked us to leave immediately while we haven't finished our food. I politely told her that we've only been here for 1.5 hr and our reservation was for 2 hours. They said they told us that they would need the table at 7:15pm when we sat down, however both my SO and I were pretty sure they did not say that. We would not have dined here if that were the case. We were excited to have dinner at this restaurant and had an extremely disappointing experience. We are reasonable people and will definitely leave if the time is up. We felt disrespected and felt it was unreasonable for them to ask us to leave when our reservation period hasn't ended and we haven't finished our food. Would not recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants a good night

Leslie E.

Yelp

Good food, questionable service Appetizer 10/10 - tarte aux oignons et chèvre Main 7/10 -steak frites Dessert 10/10-mango sorbet So a friend and I visited Le Select Bisteo and had the summerlicious menu. The food was good but the whole vibe was off from the moment my friend and I sat down. The woman at the front didn't say welcome or anything when we arrived. She looked for our reservation, then told us to follow her then before we even sat down said "Just to let you know the next reservation is at 8" . I mean completely understandable but kind of weird that was the first full sentence we got. Then the sever asked what we wanted. Again no "Hi my name is, or welcome to..." Just a very straight faced semi abrasive version of what do you want. I initially asked for still water then switched to soda (before she opened the bottle) and she didn't seem happy about that stating "oh so now you don't want the still water." Again it was all in the tone and she just seemed unhappy all night which was so uncomfortable. I work in customer service so I completely understand having crappy days but it was a bit much. The guys we encountered there were nice. The guy that took our plates cracked a joke with us about the weather. And the other one bringing out the food were nice. Even when we left this guy server we hadn't seen all night thanked us for coming. So overall, food was good but I wouldn't go back solely because of the environment.

Ben M.

Yelp

Service was excellent - perfect balance between attentiveness and giving space. Stellar food.

On the Grid : Le Select Bistro

"Gorgeous Parisian bistro with excellent food, service, and atmosphere. Reservations advised for dinner and weekend brunch." - TWG

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"Le Select Bistro, King West. Gorgeous Parisian bistro with excellent food, service, and atmosphere. Reservations advised for dinner and weekend brunch."

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