Bar Prima

4.4 ( 274 reviews )
Checking... 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours
$100+
1136 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1J3, Canada
+1 647-347-9697
Bar Prima, located at 1136 Queen St W in Toronto, is making waves in the dining scene with its exquisite Italian offerings and exceptional service. Customers consistently rave about their culinary experiences, highlighting dishes like the Scallops Rockefeller, Skate Wing Scallopini, and the enchanting Potato Pave, deemed the best many have ever tasted. The restaurant expertly balances ambiance and attention to detail, creating a welcoming atmosphere that enhances the dining experience. Diners appreciate the skillful preparation of seafood, with items like the Lobster Fra Diavola garnering mixed reviews—some loving its creamy sauce while others found the lobster portions lacking. Service shines through, as patrons commend the staff's attentiveness and knowledge, ensuring guests feel pampered yet unhurried. Overall, Bar Prima stands as a must-visit for enthusiasts of Italian cuisine. Whether you're indulging in their signature tiramisu or enjoying a date night, this restaurant effortlessly combines quality food, attentive service, and a vibrant ambiance, making it a standout destination in downtown Toronto. With glowing reviews across the board, it’s clear that Bar Prima has made its mark, inviting both locals and visitors to savor a memorable culinary journey.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • No wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • No wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
    • No takeaway
  • Highlights
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Cosy
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
    • Upmarket
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Reservations required
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
  • Parking
    • Paid street parking
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Bar Prima

Bushra Alam (Nanoslam)
May 28,2025
The dining experience here was really incredible and we were blown away by the food, service and everything that the restaurant had to offer! The servers and restaurant staff were super attentive and had the best attention to detail. The food was equally incredible as well! We had the scallops Rockefeller, skate wing scallopini, mushroom mezzaluna, potato pave and their signature tiramisu for dessert. Not only did the food look amazing, it tasted even better. I cannot say I have been this happy dining out in a long time in downtown Toronto and I have been pretty much to most of establishments. For instance, we were even impressed by the way plates were cleared from the table and how the table was cleaned before the dessert round. It is a must try for anyone wanting it all in a restaurant!
E Y
May 26,2025
Tuesday date night with the hubby was lovely. The ambience was lovely, staff was attentive and wasn’t too crowded. Parking is always tricky downtown so give yourself time to get to the restaurant. We had the zeppole cacio e pepe which was light and fluffy. The scallops were done well, super fresh and a nice way to finish the sauce with the bread. Lobster fra diavola pasta was ok. Nice spice to it but the lobster was just a few tiny pieces. Grilled octopus was generous but a bit salty for my own liking and with fresh seafood it isn’t really necessary. Overall a nice dinner and would come again.
Allison Kwong
May 19,2025
One of my favorite new italian restaurants Tomato Tramezzini Scallops Rockerfeller Lobster fra Diavola Skate Wing Scallopini Potato Pave Millefoglie Hands down the best Potato Pave I've ever had the lobster fra diavola pasta was perfectly cooked with the most creamy seafood rose sauce. The scallops were so fresh and loved it rockefeller style
Garret MacDonald
May 15,2025
One of the best dining experiences I've had in toronto easily. The service is really what makes you come back to a place, and these people get that. Went on a Wednesday night, place is such a vibe inside, the interior, the tables, the bar is all fantastically appointed. The service as mentioned is on point. The staff is very attentive and quick to help, davo, our man at the bar, all superb. The drinks were great, for food we started with their tomato grilled cheese(layman's terms), caprese salad, scallop Rockefeller, lobster pasta, rapini, finished with the tartufo. You can taste the quality in the ingredients. Everything was great and we frequent Michelin restaurants and all sorts around the GTA, this place is a must try, one of the best experiences I've had by far this year. I will certainly be back and if you want something to rave about, this is the spot to impress friends and family
S
May 9,2025
Tried Bar Prima a couple weeks ago and it exceeded our expectations. Our server was kind and knowledgeable about the menu. He made sure that we had a great experience!! The food was great! Especially the fish with the saffron sauce!! I would come back just for that! The apps were good, although the scallops were slightly overcooked and salty- but no big deal. The best part of the night was definitely the service! Unlike some other spots in the city, we didn’t feel rushed at all and got to enjoy our dinner from start to finish. Excellent!
Shokur Fahd
May 2,2025
I had an amazing time at Bar Prima, perfect for annavsary, the atmosphere, the food and the service was 5/5 stars. I have to make special mention of one pertcular server that made our day Alisha, she made sure to explain all the unique features of a dish. Allowing us to order and often re-order the same dishes. The desert is by far the best in Toronto.
Rob Brockman
Apr 22,2025
We came here the night after we went to another well-known and similarly priced Italian restaurant, and we definitely preferred Bar Prima! The service, food, and ambiance were all superior. We are glad we came here on our last night, and we will definitely be back. If you are in town and have one choice to go somewhere for Italian, Bar Prima should be considered at the top of your list!
Anand Sriganeshar
Mar 30,2025
Had an absolutely lovely dinner with my wife for her birthday. The food and drinks was exquisite. The atmosphere was also amazing. Can't wait to dine here again

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