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El Catrin Destileria
Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Distillery, Toronto
The Mexican food at El Catrin Destileria is a can't miss
"Ensalade destelleria and baja tacos were excellent!"(6 Tips)
"fish tacos are delicious, the pork tacos and burritos were good."(6 Tips)
"Great for a margarita and a few share plates!"(15 Tips)
"Amazing horchata colada and mojitos!"(2 Tips)
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Maryam NghbAugust 9, 2016I really like the atmosphere here and their tacos are really tasty 👌🏼 you just might need to stand in line a bit to get a table here.
Joanna SableMay 24, 2015This place has some of the coolest decor you have ever seen. One of the greatest cocktail and tequila bars and a killer patio. Fun Mexican eats. Must try the tuna tostadas, grab a hot sauce
Dale DietrichAugust 5, 2013My wife and I loved this place. One of the best authentic Mexican restaurants in Toronto. The hand made guacamole at the table was terrific. Thoroughly enjoyed the food, drink and ambiance
MarvinNovember 24, 2015The interior of this place blows is beautiful and lively. If you come here during the Toronto Christmas Market they'll have outdoor seating with a fire and warm heating! An experience to remember.
Karen P. BaezJune 11, 2018Churros are always a good option hahahaha ... Mexican gourmet food, do not expect a regular taco( only mexicans will understand) , the experience was amazing and the food was so yummi 🤘
Simran DassApril 6, 2022Very cute vibes! Would recommend - I had a cauliflower bowl dish which was great and so was the guac. Seems like they had extensive meat options on their menu that looked great as well
- MJ ChaFebruary 21, 2015Ensalade destelleria and baja tacos were excellent! Beef cheeks were bland. I liked the sauce in crab fritters. Got recommended Okanagan Spring pale ale beer which I loved. Service was two thumbs up👍
JenKuduJuly 4, 2014Bring a serious appetite and go for the 7 course tasting menu. Features compressed watermelon, guacamole, fish tacos and churros (pic) to name a few standouts. The Mayan margarita is amaze balls!!
Edson Vieira JrFebruary 21, 2017Their guac is great, delicious and seasoned just right. For dinner we shared the cod and pork tacos. The cod was excellent, very crispy and tasty. The pulled pork was nice, but not as much add the cod
Shurraj RaoSeptember 21, 2015Beautiful place, it's the only fancy patio here (i think). However, it is a tapas bar, so don't expect large portions. It's pricey, but the beef cheek is totally worth it.
Julia LancDecember 6, 2018Located in the heart of the Distillery District, El Catrin will offer you not only an amazing atmosphere & experience, but the food is what will keep you coming back for more. Small sharing plates.
Samuel De LeoNovember 22, 2017I'm originally from Mexico and I can say that the food here is really good. It's gourmet mexican food. Good taste, margaritas are great and the prices are great 👌 The service was impecable!
Kary LJuly 1, 2016Great cochinita tacos, esquites really small and expensive. My bigger complain, as every single "mexican"place; the tortillas, horrible white tortillas. Use authentic corn yellow tortillas please!!!
Some is the best Mexican food in the city and if you go during the Christmas Market, you get line bypass and free entry to the market!
Beh NooshDecember 3, 2017Drinks were pretty strong and tasted good...portions were small...I liked the pork taco more than fish taco :)...if you are two go for patio and ask to sit by the fireplace...awsome in winter!- Julia LancNovember 8, 2018Located in the heart of the Distillery District, El Catrin will offer you not only an amazing atmosphere & experience, the food is what will keep you coming bac for more. Small sharing plates.
- Andrea MacKinnonNovember 8, 2018The best Mexican in Toronto that also boasts an incredible patio inside the Distillery District. While the whole menu is great, make sure you order the table made guacamole to start.
Sarp ErkayaMay 7, 2015Very cool Mexican with a great vibe. A perfect place to enjoy a sunny day on the patio. Pulled pork tacos + margarita will bring a piece of Oaxaca to Downtown Toronto.- Tana BabcockMay 9, 2018Great atmosphere inside and out! Amazing horchata colada and mojitos! Table-side guac and chips were pretty good too
BaharinaaaNovember 15, 2015Cocktails are unbelievable, get reservation for outside in summer. Totally recommended🙏🏻
Carl FigueiredoOctober 11, 2014Tequila and Mezcal drinks are a house specialty. Extensive list. Beautiful indoor space and outdoor patio (w/fireplaces!).
- Elnaz TaqizadehApril 14, 2016one of the coolest interior I've ever seen. overpriced for their small portions. fish tacos are delicious, the pork tacos and burritos were good.
WiDJanuary 21, 2018Try the shrimp tacos, they are the best. And of course their guacamole! 👌🏻 The atmosphere is exceptional! 😍
HanBi KAugust 18, 2015Soooo good! Churros! They give you three dipping sauces-chocolate,caramel,strawberry. I wish churros was more crispy
Diane LeeSeptember 17, 2013decor is great, as is the lobster salad. the ahi tuna tostada was under-seasoned. the beef short ribs were dry/over-cooked, but the accompanying sweet potato purée and sugar snap peas were good.
david charlesSeptember 16, 2016The food is awesome, the portions are small so don't get surprised, well worth your spend for the ambience, staff .
Hrag VartanianJuly 21, 2016Fun summer vibe. I tried it on a sunny July day and found the guacamole ok but not great. The tacos and sandwiches were very good. Service was solid. And the restaurant is nicely designed.
Manolo CalderónNovember 21, 2019Good Mexican food. Big words coming from a Mexican 😎 get the Baja or Carnitas tacos 👍🏼 guacamole with chapulines. Sopes & Queso Fundido 👌🏼
Juan LlovetNovember 27, 2015Gobernador tacos are delicious, especially if you like seafood. Guacamole is also very good, but it comes in small quantities. Very good in general.
Natalia H PortilloAugust 7, 2018Authentic Mexican food, not at all the typical cliché. Everything is good and the staff is very friendly.
- MJ ChaDecember 15, 2014Baja fish tacos were GREAT. Octopus taco was disappointing. Guacamole was fresh as usual. Mulled wine was great especially since we were eating outside in winter =)
Katie AndradeJune 30, 2016Not the best Mexican I've had but this place has such a good vibe and is really fun for group dinners! Patio is awesome as well.
Vera PerezAugust 28, 2019Our waitress helpful w/ the menu & suggestions. The Horchata is GOOD, The Marquesa Tacos were INCREDIBLE, and The Tres Leches 👌🏽
Very cool interior and patio, so many details it's incredible. Food is good as well as service. Get ready, it will be hot! 🌵🔥
Awesome place. My fav restaurant in Toronto. Delicious food, great inner design and great selection of Tequila.
Burce ısıkOctober 28, 2015Been here twice, first time was good tacos are really delicious, ambiance is nice but second time i had food poisoning here cuz of the fish taco and hospitalized
Gilles MARTINApril 30, 2016The Guacamole and the Corn Chips were really tasty. The rest? Drink a lot, you can skip, you won't miss much.
Julie LMay 11, 2018Guacamole made under you eyes and baja fish tacos worth the visit here. Big terrace for the warmer days
ThomasSeptember 27, 2014Try the Drink that has a the burn honey and agave. Sooo good !! (drink on photo)
Amanda VJune 23, 2014Small portions and a smidge over priced. My server was absolutely wonderful - advised us on foods and a type of cocktail I otherwise wouldn't know I now like. The interior and patio = WOW. 👍👍- Ray SutherlandSeptember 28, 2019Get there early around 5...5:30pm, they don’t reserve tables, first come first served
MaryannDecember 24, 2016love their chips & guac.. you gotta try their Pollo con mole, Baja and Campechanos... they are DELISH!!
Heather Kirk Toronto, ONMarch 30, 2015The room is really swell and the fresh juices nice. One of very few spots with crickets on the menu if you like that short of thing.
Per SnareJune 16, 2015Best resto in the Distillery. Delicious margaritas and a drink called The Queen Of Alcohol, worthy of the name.
Best restaurant experience I have ever had in a long time! Amazing atmosphere. Real authentic Mexican. GET THE SHORT RIB AND THE CORN!
Abdullah AlshehriJune 10, 2016All waiters are friendly & the food just yummy ... I did buy their glasses :) ... I just loved it
MDecember 1, 2018Cochinita Pibil tacos and the Burra (Chicken quesadilla) are good. Chips and guac are nice as well. Portions are on the smaller size. Overall good place but bit overrated.
Mildred GNovember 1, 2014Here with a friend ordered guacamole to share. Much to our surprise portions are small and over priced. nachos were small pieces. Must say place and good is original.yy
Ginette LuAugust 10, 2014Book one month in advance for large group parties. Also, all finalized items on the fixe menu will be served.
TausMay 1, 2015Great service and food. Baja tacos were the best. Try the nachos with their fresh guacamole.
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El Catrin Destileria
18 Tank House Lane (Distillery District)
Toronto ON M5A 3C4
Canada
Toronto ON M5A 3C4
Canada
Located in the Distillery District, El Catrin is an authentic Mexican eatery with a lively vibe and fun staff.
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- Noon–9:00 PM
(416) 203-2121
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Outdoor Seating
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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