The Best Restaurants In Toronto For Business Meetings
While the old adage that business is done on the golf course still rings true, there’s nothing quite like an exceptional restaurant to sweeten the offer along the way. Lucky for you, if there’s one thing that Toronto knows how to do well, it’s bring people together by way of great food and even better drinks. Next time you need to impress your clients, consider taking them to one of these trendy watering holes.
Drake One Fifty
The first culinary outpost of the cultural hub that is the Drake Hotel, Drake One Fifty offers a vibrant 6,000 square foot space nestled in the hea
rt of the financial district. Geometric Moroccan tiles and postmodern leather booths help set the tone of this energetic space. If you find yourself thirsty, their impressive selection of booze will ensure that you and your guests stay well-hydrated throughout the evening. drakeonefifty.ca
Eat: the One Fifty Burger
Drink: the Baller Manhattan
Carbon Bar
This Disney rehearsal studio-turned nightclub-turned Southern bistro broke into the scene in late 2013 when Toronto chef extraordinaire, David Lee, decided to step away from his roots in Italian cuisine and into something more casual. We can’t say we’re upset. The Queen East Carbon Bar offers a sanctuary for the discerning carnivore in need of sustenance. Patrons can expect to be greeted by the comforting smells of barbecue upon arrival, as well as an unpretentious, yet still premium, experience. Vegetarians, proceed with caution. thecarbonbar.ca
Eat: the USDA Prime Beef Brisket
Drink: the Black Mamba Margarita
Cluny Bistro
Why drop eight bills on a flight to France when you can indulge in traditional French cuisine in Toronto’s Distillery District at Cluny Bistro. Show 
your client a good time with everything from classic French onion soup to more contemporary takes on bistro fare. Not in the mood for dinner? Not to worry, the impressive space features a bar, as well as a café and bakery, should you need a more casual alternative. clunybistro.com
Eat: the Drunken Tuna
Drink: the Guillotine
The Chase
Perched on top of Toronto’s historic Dineen Building, The Chase is a true power spot for the Bay Street elite. A quick elevator ride brings you to the sleek penthouse space, elegantly decorated with plush banquettes, custom Ralph Lauren fabrics and white crown molding. When you’re not admiring the restaurant’s impressive 270-degree view of the city, you’ll find yourself wondering if seafood will ever taste this good again. thechasetoronto.com
Eat: the Bay Platter
Drink: a bottle from the restaurant’s impressive list of wines
Colette Grand Café
French countryside elegance meets West Coast whimsy in this charming space, located on the main floor of the Thompson hotel. True to French national cuisine, the menu features an impressive array of classic delights, ranging from light pastries to rich and robust entrées. If you’re looking for something to break the ice, the frog-leg lollipops make for an interesting and delicious conversation starter. Be sure to wash it all down with one of their many bottles of beautifully-selected French wine on reserve. colettetoronto.com
Eat: the Lobster à l’Américaine
Drink: the Jolie
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