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Pure Spirits

4.5 (2521)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood
17 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4

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Pure Spirits

4.5
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood
Distillery District

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Nestled in the Distillery Historic District, Pure Spirits Oyster House and Grill invites you to experience the charm of Victorian-era industrial architecture, both indoors and on our delightful patio. Known as the best seafood restaurant in Toronto, we take pride in serving fresh oysters from Canada’s east and west coasts, along with unique specialties from around the globe. Casual attire and a love for great food are all you need to enjoy your visit!

Our friendly staff is here to guide you through a curated selection of local beers and wines that pair perfectly with your meal. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite before a theatre show or enjoying a leisurely evening on the patio with friends, we aim to respect your schedule while providing a relaxing atmosphere to soak in the view. Join us for a fun, memorable dining experience!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Canadian, Pan-Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jason McLaren
  • Catering
    We cater to any size event from 20-700 and specialize in weddings. Menu selections include hors d'oeuvres, canapes, mini appetizers, three course - five course prix fixe menus to fit any budget.
  • Private party facilities
    There are fantastic event spaces across the Distillery Historic District. Check out https://www.distilleryevents.com/ for more information.
  • Neighborhood
    Distillery District
  • Cross street
    Parliament
  • Parking details
    Driving north on Parliament St from Lakeshore Blvd E, a City of Toronto “Green P” lot (Lot #230) is on the right. From Front St heading south, pass Mill St and it will be on the left. The address is 31A Parliament St. Driving north on Cherry St from Lakeshore Blvd E, a City of Toronto “Green P” lot (Lot #267) is on the left after the bridge. From Front St heading south, pass Mill St and it will be on the right. The address is 370 Cherry St.
  • Entertainment
    At the slightest sight of summer, we open the doors to our patio where you can sit and take in the beautiful Victorian Industrial architecture that the site is famous for. Grab a seat at the Oyster Bar where you can mingle with a Chef shucking your oysters to order and teaching you about the amazing flavours and how to best match it to our selection of local beers.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • All you can eat Mussels Monday

    CA$30.90 per person

    1 - 12 people

    Apr 20, 2026 - Nov 9, 2026
    Please join us every Monday for all you can eat mussels. We are offering P.E.I mussels all day from 12pm-9pm, 2 sauces to choose from and a great seafood friendly wine option.
  • 2 Buck A Shuck Oysters

    CA$2.00 per person

    1 - 12 people

    Multiple dates available
    Every Tuesday, dive into one of the city’s best deals—fresh, daily-shucked oysters for just $2.
    2 Buck A Shuck Oysters Photo
  • Whisky Wednesdays

    CA$1.00 per person

    1 - 12 people

    Multiple dates available
    Whisky Wednesdays at Pure Spirits - Every Wednesday, all whisky is half price. No catch. Just great pours, great vibes, and the perfect excuse to turn your midweek into something worth celebrating.
    Whisky Wednesdays Photo

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Reviews

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4.5

4.5
(2521)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pure Spirits in Toronto's Distillery District offers a vibrant dining experience with "fantastic food" and "attentive service." The seafood selection, especially oysters, is highly praised. Despite some pricing concerns, the "amazing atmosphere" and friendly staff make it a popular choice for "any occasion." Highly recommended for seafood lovers.
2,521 Reviews
  1. Peter

    Toronto18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Oyster Palace, but lots of other good food choices. Prompt, pleasant service. In the heart of the Distillery District.

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  2. Kathleen

    Manitoba12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We done here every time we visit Toronto. Such a selection of super fresh oysters. A very interesting and delicious and extensive menu. Great beer/wine/ drinks. Amazingly good and hard working folks doing the shucking. Always charming folk looking after us. This time shout out to Seamus! Also they have the best fries!!

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  3. James

    Toronto4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time at Pure Spirits, chatting with Lawrence and Ma while they shucked oysters. Tasty drinks made by Cody.

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  4. Nick

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my bday, plus 4. Fantastic food, service was great and catered to us. The server assistant took some pictures for us and had a great sense of humour, got some big smiles for the pics. My Osso Bucco was exactly what I needed, I finished with a shot of Rye to wash the marrow out of the shank. Also, great wine selection. Would go again!

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  5. Vona Gold

    Toronto54 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always enjoy going there for any occasion, however this time I took my daughter for her birthday and was a bit disappointed with my meal but the waitress Michelle was wondering and took it back and asked if I wanted something else. I ordered the salmon and it was fantastic! Thanks again:-)

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  6. Laura Gold

    Detroit13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and wine. Jeanette was wonderful and made the experience that much better. Will definitely come back.
    Pure SpiritsResponded on October 17, 2026
    Thank you for your review, Laura! We're pleased to hear you loved our food and wine selection, and we'll definitely let Jeanette know how wonderful she made your visit. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon! Best, Stuart K

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  7. Margaret

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent attentive service, Friendly efficient staff My visitors from the US were very impressed with their meals
    Pure SpiritsResponded on October 10, 2026
    Thank you for your review, Margaret! We're delighted you enjoyed your dining experience with us! We're also pleased to hear that our team’s attentive, friendly, and efficient service made such a positive impression. It is wonderful that your visitors from the United States enjoyed their visit with us too! We look forward to welcoming you again! Best, Stuart K

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  8. Nicola

    Toronto13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 3, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We booked this restaurant for a large group of 14 over the Oktoberfest weekend. To our surprise, the restaurant did not offer any Oktoberfest offerings during this time of the year. The ambience was nice, open. We tried the fries and calamari which were delicous.
    Pure SpiritsResponded on October 10, 2026
    Hi Nicola! Thank you for choosing us for your group of 14 and for sharing your feedback. We are sorry we did not have Oktoberfest offerings inside the restaurant that weekend. Our Distillery District Oktoberfest Event, including food, drinks, and music, was hosted on the large open patio adjacent to the restaurant. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed our Pure Spirits ambience and that our Hand Cut Fries and Calamari Tempura hit the mark. We hope to welcome you back soon for more delicious food offerings! Best, Stuart K

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  9. Rosemary Gold

    Toronto13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have become regulars! Consistently delicious and great service.
    Pure SpiritsResponded on September 30, 2026
    Hi Rosemary! We're so happy to hear that you have become regulars at Pure Spirits! Thank you for noticing our consistently delicious food and great service. It means a lot to us! We appreciate your continued support and look forward to welcoming you back soon for more favourites! Best, Stuart K

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  10. Emily Gold

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jeanette was amazing! Fun, friendly, and so helpful. She made our experience even better and was easily the best server we’ve had in a long time!
    Pure SpiritsResponded on September 30, 2026
    Hi Emily! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great visit and that our server made it so enjoyable. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback — we will pass your kind words along to Jeanette and the team. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Stuart K

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Canadian, Pan-Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jason McLaren
  • Catering
    We cater to any size event from 20-700 and specialize in weddings. Menu selections include hors d'oeuvres, canapes, mini appetizers, three course - five course prix fixe menus to fit any budget.
  • Private party facilities
    There are fantastic event spaces across the Distillery Historic District. Check out https://www.distilleryevents.com/ for more information.
  • Neighborhood
    Distillery District
  • Cross street
    Parliament
  • Parking details
    Driving north on Parliament St from Lakeshore Blvd E, a City of Toronto “Green P” lot (Lot #230) is on the right. From Front St heading south, pass Mill St and it will be on the left. The address is 31A Parliament St. Driving north on Cherry St from Lakeshore Blvd E, a City of Toronto “Green P” lot (Lot #267) is on the left after the bridge. From Front St heading south, pass Mill St and it will be on the right. The address is 370 Cherry St.
  • Entertainment
    At the slightest sight of summer, we open the doors to our patio where you can sit and take in the beautiful Victorian Industrial architecture that the site is famous for. Grab a seat at the Oyster Bar where you can mingle with a Chef shucking your oysters to order and teaching you about the amazing flavours and how to best match it to our selection of local beers.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

For seafood deals, Pure Spirits shines early in the week: Mondays feature all-you-can-eat mussels, and Tuesdays have $2 oysters, great if you’re chasing specials.

Yes, Pure Spirits offers flat roll-in access, easy patio access with lots of accessible seating, and a separate accessible washroom for wheelchair users.

Portions at Pure Spirits are generally generous, guests frequently praise mains like the lobster roll, mussels and other seafood dishes as filling and satisfying.

Yes, Pure Spirits is a lovely choice for a special evening, with multiple guests celebrating anniversaries and praising its attentive service and warm atmosphere.

Yes, Pure Spirits has a delightful patio along the side of the building, and guests often choose outdoor tables in nice weather for dining or pre-theatre drinks.

Pure Spirits blends Victorian-era industrial charm with a warm, convivial seafood-house vibe, exposed beams, a long bar with shuckers, and a sunny patio create a cozy, bustling spot for oysters and drinks.

Casual dress, come comfortably dressed; the owner even notes that "Casual attire and a love for great food are all you need" to enjoy your visit.

For a calmer visit, try weekday lunch or a midweek evening; evenings with Soulpepper shows, the Winter Market or big sports matches (World Cup) bring a livelier, buzzy atmosphere.

Pure Spirits offers an indoor dining room with booths and a long bar for watching the shuckers, plus a delightful outdoor patio.

Yes, families dine here comfortably: guests report bringing children (including an 8‑year‑old) and there are kids' meals, with attentive staff who make family visits feel special.

The patio is a friendly spot for diners with dogs, guests mention enjoying a patio dinner there with their dog.

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Pure Spirits

4.5
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood
Distillery District

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
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