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Aera, Toronto, ON

Aera

4.4
4.4
1120 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Steakhouse
8 Spadina Ave. suite 3800, Toronto, ON M5V 2H6

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 84 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
A stylish steakhouse, sushi counter and cocktail bar with panoramic views of downtown Toronto, Aera celebrates the art of contemporary American cuisine. Presenting a range of superior steaks and chops, a seasonal raw bar, and creative reimaginings of beloved comfort dishes, Aera promises peak indulgence 38 floors above the city.

Please note that all reservations from 2:30–5pm from Monday to Friday, after 10pm from Monday to Wednesday, and after 11pm from Thursday to Saturday will be offered our bar bites menu. For our full à la carte lunch and dinner menus, please make a reservation during our regular dining hours.

For bottle-service, please contact us via aerarestaurant.com

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Binit Pandey
  • Private party facilities
    Elevating gastronomy to new heights, Aera features two spacious private dining spaces and a 4,500-square-foot open-air terrace. Bringing a fresh elegance to Toronto’s fine dining scene, Aera’s superior design and exquisite setting are the idyllic backdrop for intimate occasions, corporate gatherings, and lively celebrations.
  • Neighborhood
    King West
  • Cross street
    The restaurant is located at Front Street and Spadina Avenue.<br />
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Accessible via the King and Spadina streetcar routes. The nearest subway station is Union.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother’s Day — À la Carte Specials

    May 11, 2025 only
    This Mother’s Day, treat Mom to an unforgettable experience with exquisite cuisine and sweeping views from the 38th floor. On Sunday, May 11, enjoy special brunch and dinner features, available alongside our à la carte favourites. Whether you’re indulging in a leisurely brunch or a beautifully prepared dinner, make her day truly memorable. Dining with little ones? Delight them with thoughtfully crafted, kid-friendly specials. Reserve your table early!
    Mother’s Day — À la Carte Specials Photo
  • Aera Lounge

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in late night sips and sky high views from our southwest corner on the 38th floor. Join us Fridays and Saturdays from 9pm and enjoy drinks and small bites with music from our weekly rotating DJ. Savour one of the city’s most picturesque spots for a romantic nightcap, after hours cocktail, or celebratory bubbles, and in case you get hungry, our shareable menu of bar bites makes for the perfect late night snack. Please note: bottle service requests can be made through our website (aerarestaurant.com).
  • Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in a vibrant weekend brunch experience above the clouds. Join us Saturdays and Sundays from 11:30am to 2:30pm and enjoy our menu of elevated brunch favourites sprinkled with artfully assembled sushi house staples.

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM,Mon - Wed - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Thu - Fri - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM,Sat - 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Whether you're seeking a midweek escape, a noteworthy meeting spot, or an easy excuse to indulge, elevate your afternoon with Happy Hour at Aera. Join us Monday to Friday from 2:30–6pm, Saturdays from 11:30am–6pm and Sundays from 11:30am–10pm and unwind with specially priced drinks as you soak in panoramic city views from our 38th floor oasis. From select $9 beer to select $12 glasses of wine (5oz) and $15 martinis and signature cocktails, our sky-high drink features take Happy Hour to new heights. Hungry? Savour our curated bar bites menu, available exclusively during Happy Hour. Please note: only bar bites will be available during Happy Hour. Diners seeking a full menu of offerings are invited to reserve during lunch or dinner hours.

    Happy Hour Photo

What 1,120 people are saying

Aera reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Toronto

    Great for scenic views

  • Toronto

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aera enchants with "stunning views" and a "fantastic atmosphere," making it ideal for special occasions. Guests praise the "excellent service" and diverse menu, with highlights like "delicious vegetarian dishes" and "outstanding cocktails." Despite some mixed reviews, most find the experience "worth the price" for the breathtaking scenery and memorable dining.

1,120 Reviews
  1. Kennedy VIP

    Montreal3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was ok. We are O&B fans but this one which we have been to before has an amazing view but the food is over priced and service very poor. You can not charge these sort of prices and have poor service. No one answers the phone, responses in a timely manner to emails and then takes too long to get orders and get food randomly to the table. We love the Toronto food scene and booked this for our family for our son’s birthday / party of 9 and 1500. I have another reservation for a work event with a larger group which I will be cancelling. Get the service and pricing aligned. You are experts at this!
    AeraResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Kennedy, thank you for dining with us and sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear about your disappointing experience. Please feel free to send us a message through our website, if you would like to discuss your experience with us further. Thank you.

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  2. Aviva VIP

    Chicago20 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s a beautiful restaurant with views for days. The ambiance was equally lovely, our table was spaced far enough apart from others to not feel like I was conversing with my party and the parties next to us. The food was good, not great, and because of the very high cost of each dish I think great is what I expected. The hostess was rude and dismissive, however, our server was outstanding and left me feeling well attended to. It’s an impressive place with room for improvement.
    AeraResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Aviva, thank you for sharing your experience! It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance and the beautiful views—those can really make a dining experience special. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, and we hope you'll consider visiting us again in the future.

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  3. Yaletsy

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Las instalaciones, la comida y el Personal excelente

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  4. Kenza

    Barcelona2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The view is gorgeous and the staff were genuinely kind, but unfortunately the food didn’t live up to the setting. Sushi wasn’t fresh, most dishes lacked flavor, and service was slow despite the servers being pleasant. Only dish we truly enjoyed was the honey heirloom carrots.
    AeraResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Kenza, thank you for dining with us and sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your meal didn’t meet your expectations—that’s not the experience we aim to provide. We’re glad you enjoyed the ambiance and that our staff made a positive impact, as exceptional hospitality is something we truly prioritize. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a better experience next time. Thanks again!

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  5. Reana

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great experience, highly recommend the rigatoni pasta and the creamy crunchy tuna roll!

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  6. Chloe VIP

    Toronto1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was overpriced . Served spilled cocktail all over me and my jacket without compensating anything or offering dry cleaning for jacket

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  7. Guntas

    Toronto4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience, food and service was excellent! Our wait staff was outstanding.

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  8. Irish Cherryl

    Toronto6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing view and very sumptuous food! Great service as well!

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  9. Margo

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time dining at AERA. The restaurant is stunning, offering beautiful views over the city. The food was excellent, with plenty of options to choose from. The vegetarian dishes, in particular, were delicious and thoughtfully crafted. Overall, it was a fantastic experience at a very reasonable price.

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  10. Imani

    Montreal1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience, gorgeous views, delicious food. Can’t really ask for more and it’ll be hard to find anywhere better. Worth the price

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FAQs

Aera is rated 4.4 stars by 1120 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Toronto / Ontario
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  5. King West

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 84 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Aera

8 Spadina Ave. suite 3800, Toronto, ON M5V 2H6

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    The restaurant is located at Front Street and Spadina Avenue.<br />
  • Neighborhood
    King West
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Japanese
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Accessible via the King and Spadina streetcar routes. The nearest subway station is Union.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Binit Pandey
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Elevating gastronomy to new heights, Aera features two spacious private dining spaces and a 4,500-square-foot open-air terrace. Bringing a fresh elegance to Toronto’s fine dining scene, Aera’s superior design and exquisite setting are the idyllic backdrop for intimate occasions, corporate gatherings, and lively celebrations.
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