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Alder, Toronto, ON
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Alder

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CAN$31 to CAN$50
American
51 Camden St, Toronto, ON M5V 1V2

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Lively
Alder’s kitchen is centered around its wood-fired grill and hearth. For the menu, Chef Patrick Kriss of the award-winning and nationally acclaimed Alo Food Group draws inspiration from traditions and techniques long-practiced in and around the Mediterranean – spanning Spain, France, Italy, Greece and Morocco. Whether you’re gathering friends for small plates and cocktails or diving into a feast of prime meats and fresh seafood, Alder has got you covered.

Awarded a spot on the Toronto Michelin Guide for 2023 and 2024, Alder is a warm and comfortable place to be, like just the right distance from a bonfire.

Alder is located in The Ace Hotel just a short walk away from most theatres, museums, Rogers Centre & Scotiabank Arena. The perfect cozy setting to begin your evening, with a diverse menu and genuine service team to make it a memorable one.

Serving brunch on Saturday & Sunday, come try our new menu!

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Moto Nishimura

From the OpenTable editors: The neatly stacked wood tucked beneath the entrance stairs at Alder signals the restaurant’s focus on wood-fired flavors. Dishes like grilled halloumi and short rib are inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, but it's the fire that truly shapes the menu. Helmed by chef Patrick Kriss, plates are simple yet masterful, reflecting the signature style of his celebrated Alo Group.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, International
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 637-3737
  • Website
    https://www.aldertoronto.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Smart, well-crafted civic spaces to fill with whatever fits the mood at Ace Hotel Toronto.
  • Private party contact
    Sophia Cannella: (416) 637-1200 ext. 5017
  • Location
    51 Camden St, Toronto, ON M5V 1V2
  • Neighborhood
    King West
  • Cross street
    Adelaide St and Brant St
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Spadina Ave @ Richmond West
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Brunch at Alder

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrate someone special with a 3-course prix fixe brunch menu at Alder. Priced at $60 per person, choose an appetizer, main course and sweet from a series of classic Alder brunch options. Starter - Select one Lobster Brioche Salmon Tartare Stracciatella Toast Gem salad Main - Select one Three Egg Breakfast Fried Chicken & Waffles Vegetable Egg Benedict French Toast Dessert - Select one Deconstructed Coconut Cream Pie Passionfruit Creme Brulee Kids Menu Available during brunch service on May 11th and 12th, $19 per child, plus taxes Choice of - Served with a cookie Grilled Cheese Two Egg Breakfast Waffles and Berries
    Mother's Day Brunch at Alder Photo

  • Sunday Brunch Live Music

    Multiple dates available
    Sunday Gold, our midmorning melody. Each Sunday, an array of new and old classics are delivered by Toronto's finest artists and instrumentalists for brunch. We'll save you a seat and come by anytime from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. Reservations are recommended.
    Sunday Brunch Live Music Photo

  • Private Dining - Flow

    CA$80.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    $1,500 MINIMUM SPEND $140 per guest + 20% gratuity + tax. Beverages charged upon consumption. One Bill required. Non-refundable deposit goes towards food & beverage min spend of $1500 prior to taxes & gratuity. Room is reserved for 3 hours. Join us in our private dining space suspended above Alder and Ace Hotel Lobby, with a view overlooking St. Andrews Park. Perfect for 10-12 guests this space allows you to enjoy an Alder family-style feast for all occasions. STARTERS GEM SALAD / SEASONAL FISH CRUDO / BURRATA & SEASONAL GARNISH MAINS STUFFED PASTA/ ROASTED CHICKEN / GRILLED SHORT RIB SIDES CHEFS DAILY SELECTION OF 2 SIDES / BREAD & BUTTER DESSERTS COCONUT CREAM PIE / DARK CHOCOLATE TART
    Private Dining - Flow Photo

Private dining

Menu

Alder's menu was last updated 2025-04-24.

Small Plates

  • Baked Clams CA$22.00

    Crouton, Brown butter, 'Nduja, Lemon

    • East Coast Oysters CA$26.00

      Mignonette, Horseradish

      • Gem SaladCA$18.00

        Jalapeño, Shallot, Lemon Parmesan

        • Kanpachi Crudo CA$20.00

          Blood Orange, Olive, Salsa Macha

          • Burrata and Pear CA$26.00

            Walnuts, Pear, Pesto

            • Grilled Halloumi CA$22.00

              Charred Tomato, Pita Bread

              On the Side

              • Grilled Shrimp (3pc) CA$22.00

                Lemon, Chili

                • Fresh Cut Fries CA$12.00

                  • Grilled BeetsCA$14.00

                    Horseradish, Walnut

                    • Bread & ButterCA$12.00

                      • MushroomsCA$18.00

                        Chili Butter

                        Wood Fired

                        • Sea Bream CA$46.00

                          Habanero, Salsa

                          • Iberico Pork SecretoCA$48.00

                            Romesco, Lemon

                            • Half Quebec Chicken CA$38.00

                              Scallion, Gremolata

                              • 8oz Steak FritesCA$54.00

                                Creekstone farms Striploin, Green Peppercorn Chimichurri

                                • Short Rib (7oz)CA$48.00

                                  Chermoula, Shishito, Red Chili

                                  • 20OZ DRY AGED RIBEYECA$150.00

                                    Truffle Butter, Cipollini Onion, Jus

                                    • Butchers Block - MP

                                      Prepared Dailey Over Open Flame

                                      House Faves

                                      • Cucumber SaladCA$22.00

                                        Fennel, Lemon creme fraiche, Hazelnut dukkah, Feta

                                        • Wagyu Beef Carpaccio CA$28.00

                                          Grilled Chive, Taggiasca Olive

                                          • Ricotta RavioliCA$36.00

                                            Hedgehog Mushroom, Brown Butter

                                            • Alder Burger CA$30.00

                                              Griddled Havarti, Pickled Peppers, French Fries

                                              Sweets

                                              • Coconut Cream Pie CA$20.00

                                                Macaroon Crust, Caramelized White Chocolate

                                                • TiramisuCA$18.00

                                                  Mascarpone, Vanilla Ice Cream

                                                  • Blueberry Flan CA$14.00

                                                    Creme Caramel, Chantilly

                                                    Cocktails

                                                    • Ace MartiniCA$21.00

                                                      London Dry, Vermouth Blend, Ace Tincture

                                                      • Garden Party CA$17.00

                                                        White Rum, Lime, Cucumber, Absinthe

                                                        • Raspberry Ranch CA$21.00

                                                          Mezcal, Raspberry, Mint, Lemon, Egg White

                                                          • This Side of Peru CA$20.00

                                                            Coconut Pisco, Fino Sherry, Banana

                                                            • Current Affair CA$18.00

                                                              Vodka, Lychee, Black Currant, Vermouth

                                                              • Helios HeavenCA$19.00

                                                                Bourbon, Cognac, Cynar, Lemon, Marigold

                                                                Low abv Cocktails

                                                                • Good Vibes OnlyCA$16.00

                                                                  Zero Proof Tequila, Passionfruit, Lime, Agave, Chili

                                                                  • First Blush CA$16.00

                                                                    Zero-Proof Aperitif, Grapefuit, Rosewater, Pink Peppercorn, Egg White (<0.5% abv)

                                                                    Sparkling

                                                                    • Cava CA$20.00

                                                                      Raventos i blanc, blanc de blac, la plana & el viader voineyards, 2021, conca del riu, spain

                                                                      • Champagne CA$25.00

                                                                        Tartlant, Brut Reserve, Nv, France

                                                                        Rosé

                                                                        • Grenache/CinsaultCA$17.00

                                                                          Domaine la Grande Bauquiere, ‘La Belle Montagne’, 2021, Provence, France

                                                                          White

                                                                          • Pecorino CA$17.00

                                                                            Umani Ronchi, 2023, Abruzzo, Italy

                                                                            • RoupeiroCA$18.00

                                                                              Fita Preta Branco, 2022, Alentejo, Portugal

                                                                              • ViognierCA$20.00

                                                                                Pearl Morissette, 'Alder', 2021, Creek Shores, Ontario

                                                                                • Sauvignon BlancCA$23.00

                                                                                  Pascal Joulivet, 'Attitude Blanc', 2022, Loire, France

                                                                                  Red

                                                                                  • Nero D'avola CA$18.00

                                                                                    Tasca D'almerita, 'Regaleali', 2021, Sicily, Italy

                                                                                    • Cabernet FrancCA$20.00

                                                                                      pearl morisette, 'alder', 2022, lincoln lakeshore, ontario

                                                                                      • GarnachaCA$21.00

                                                                                        Sindicatla Figuera, ‘Sindicat’, 2021, Monsant, Spain

                                                                                        • Cabernet Sauvignon CA$24.00

                                                                                          Foxglove, 2021, Paso Robles, California

                                                                                          Draft

                                                                                          • Figo Italian PilsnerCA$10.00

                                                                                            Henderson Brewing, Toronto, Ontario (5.5% abv)

                                                                                            • Houndstooth Irish Red CA$10.00

                                                                                              eastbound brewing, toronto, on (6.5% ABV)

                                                                                              • Ball's Falls Session IPA CA$10.00

                                                                                                Bench Brewing, Beamsville, Ontario (4.5% abv)

                                                                                                • Heritage Dry Cider CA$10.00

                                                                                                  West avenue cider, freelton, on (6.5% abv)

                                                                                                  Cans

                                                                                                  • Mountainview Stout CA$10.00

                                                                                                    Bench Brewing, Beamsville, Ontario (6% abv)

                                                                                                    • Blonde Pilsner CA$10.00

                                                                                                      BSA, Montreal, Quebec (<0.5% abv)

                                                                                                      Last updated: February 28, 2025

                                                                                                      What 503 people are saying

                                                                                                      Alder 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

                                                                                                      4.6
                                                                                                      4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                      • 4.6Food
                                                                                                      • 4.7Service
                                                                                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                      • 4.3Value

                                                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                      Loved For

                                                                                                      • Toronto

                                                                                                        American

                                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                      Alder offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "exceptional food" and "top-notch service." Guests rave about its "beautiful space," "cozy vibe," and "delightful ambiance," perfect for special occasions. The menu features diverse, flavorful dishes, including must-try coconut cream pie. Service is attentive, with staff accommodating dietary needs, ensuring a memorable visit.

                                                                                                      503 Reviews

                                                                                                      1. Jorge

                                                                                                        Toronto3 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        What a great find - the restaurant is great and the food superb.

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                                                                                                      2. Tony

                                                                                                        Toronto2 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                        This is our second time at Alder. We were so blown away with the service the first time that we needed to go back for our anniversary. We got complementary glasses of champagne upon seating. Everyone congratulated us on our anniversary which was a pleasant surprise. The food was just as amazing as the time we went for brunch.

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                                                                                                      3. Terry

                                                                                                        Toronto1 review

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        It was an awesome experience as always! Definitely one of my top favs in TO!!

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                                                                                                      4. Avis VIP

                                                                                                        Toronto9 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Another great evening with fantastic service and exceptional food

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                                                                                                      5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                        New York City1 review

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Excellent quality - both food and service. We very much enjoyed our meal as well as the wine pairing. The staff were well informed and customer service centric. we had a great evening.

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                                                                                                      6. Perry VIP

                                                                                                        Toronto16 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Outstanding dining experience. Food was excellent!

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                                                                                                      7. Rachael VIP

                                                                                                        Seattle9 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                        What a great place!! My husband and I went here for our anniversary dinner and were not disappointed. I have Crohn’s Disease and am very sensitive to gluten and they accommodated me with no issue. Super friendly staff and the food was INCREDIBLE! Get the coconut cream pie, it’s worth the calories!

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                                                                                                      8. Olasubomi VIP

                                                                                                        London3 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined on April 19, 2025

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        This was the best meal I have had in the city. Woooow.

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                                                                                                      9. Zoe VIP

                                                                                                        Toronto7 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined on April 19, 2025

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Went for brunch to Alder. Service was on point, from the very beginning to end, and very attentive! Food coursed and brought out very seamlessly with table cleaning and plate & cutlery changes in between. Dishes were delicious :)

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                                                                                                      10. Davis

                                                                                                        Toronto13 reviews

                                                                                                        1.0

                                                                                                        Dined on April 17, 2025

                                                                                                        1. Overall 1
                                                                                                        2. Food 1
                                                                                                        3. Service 1
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                        Where do I start? This was my first time dining here and booked this for a birthday. It was a group of 3 and the place was not overly busy with a full staff working. Overall the food was not good and the lack of service didn’t help. The following is what was ordered: 12 oysters 12 stuffed blue cheese olives (not on menu but ordered and charged) Bread and Butter French Fries Burrata and Pear Crudo Grilled Halumi Steak Frites Sea Bream Fish 2 cocktails 1 bottle of wine 1 coke Everything was shared and came out accordingly. The Sea Bream fish tasted off and not fresh and we told the server that it was off and overcooked. Other items of food lacked flavour and was ok. Highlights were the oysters and fries. The dinner was ending and was asked if we wanted dessert. We declined and then a lit dessert proceeded to come out and served by the server as it was a birthday. We did not request this which was fine and thought it was apart of their birthday policy. We later saw it billed on our receipt at the end of the night. This would’ve been fine if we were able to select the dessert. Very disappointing as it was a mish mash of food and service. Just my opinion and may have been an off night but did not enjoy the experience at all. Final bill total was $520 before gratuity.

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                                                                                                      Alder is rated 4.6 stars by 503 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                                      7:00 PM
                                                                                                      Booked 41 times today
                                                                                                      Experiences are available.
                                                                                                      Google Map for Alder

                                                                                                      51 Camden St, Toronto, ON M5V 1V2

                                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                                      • Cross street
                                                                                                        Adelaide St and Brant St
                                                                                                      • Neighborhood
                                                                                                        King West
                                                                                                      • Hours of operation
                                                                                                        Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
                                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                                        CAN$31 to CAN$50
                                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                                        American, Mediterranean, International
                                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                                        Business Casual
                                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                                        None
                                                                                                      • Public transit
                                                                                                        Spadina Ave @ Richmond West
                                                                                                      • Payment options
                                                                                                        AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                      • Website
                                                                                                        https://www.aldertoronto.com/
                                                                                                      • Phone number
                                                                                                        (416) 637-3737
                                                                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                                                                        Smart, well-crafted civic spaces to fill with whatever fits the mood at Ace Hotel Toronto.
                                                                                                      • Private party contact
                                                                                                        Sophia Cannella: (416) 637-1200 ext. 5017
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