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Bar Cart, Toronto, ON

Bar Cart

4.4 (26)
CAN$30 and under
Cocktail Bar
42 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5E 1A5

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Bar Cart

4.4
CAN$30 and under
Cocktail Bar
Harbourfront

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Great Cocktails, Average Beer.

Bar Cart is a cocktail lounge that feels warm, inviting and made for discovery. Featuring a beverage program by Andrew Whibley.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 900-1438
  • Website
    https://barcart.to/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Please visit our website for group packages and reach out to info@eloiserestaurant.ca for more information.
  • Location
    42 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5E 1A5
  • Neighborhood
    Harbourfront
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wine

Experiences

  • Happy Hour

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Keep the energy high and the costs low with 50% off on all cocktails from 5 PM to 7 PM. Join us for the ultimate toast!
    Happy Hour Photo

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What 26 people are saying

Bar Cart 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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.0Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Cart offers an "amazing experience" with a "fantastic ambience" and "superb drinks." Known for its "unique gourmet jello shots" and "excellent cocktails," it is an ideal spot for dates and private conversations. The "knowledgeable and attentive staff" enhance the vibrant, speakeasy atmosphere, making it a must-visit.
26 Reviews

  1. Luca

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible bar tenders and a beautiful ambience. Great selection of cocktails and beverages!

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  2. Andrew

    Toronto10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 31, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Went late, it felt too bright for a cocktail bar. Lights on the walls were right in your eyes and distracting. Drinks were good, value pretty standard for Toronto.

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  3. Talene Gold

    Toronto2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 29, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible Jell-O shots!!! Would definitely recommend them!

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  4. Grace Gold

    Toronto26 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 10, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Servers between Bar Cart & Eloise (attached) were attentive and excellent. Ambiance was lovely. Our cocktails and food were pretty bad though. Would return for a glass of wine to enjoy the music and vibe possibly.

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  5. Gail

    New York City7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 25, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice atmosphere. Music was a bit too loud to have conversation at the table. Would have been more enjoyable if music was lower. Crispy Cauliflower was very good. Cheese Bread was hard and disappointing.

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  6. Parisa Gold

    Toronto5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 19, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I like the place and the vibes and the drinks are delicious.

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  7. Chris

    Toronto2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 11, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience was a vibe, the drinks from the menu weren’t that good but the bartender was capable of making anything
    Bar CartResponded on April 16, 2026
    Hi Chris! Thanks so much for coming by and for taking the time to share this. We’re really glad you enjoyed the ambience, that “vibe” is exactly what we aim to create. We appreciate the honest note on the menu drinks as well. It’s helpful feedback, and we’ll definitely take a closer look at how those recipes are landing. That said, we’re happy to hear our bartender was able to turn things around and make something you loved as that’s a big part of the Bar Cart experience. Kindly, The Bar Cart Team

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  8. Stefanie Gold

    Toronto4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an amazing date night at Bar Cart! The drinks were superb and so were the vibes. The bartender was very knowledgeable and great to chat to. The ambience of the bar was fantastic. Loved the jazz muisicans. We will be back!!
    Bar CartResponded on April 16, 2026
    Hi Stefanie! This made our day, thank you so much for the kind words! We’re so glad Bar Cart could be part of your date night and that everything hit the mark, from the drinks to the atmosphere. Our team takes a lot of pride in what they do, so it’s especially great to hear the bartender made the experience even more memorable. And we couldn’t agree more, the jazz really brings the room to life. We can’t wait to have you both back again soon. Cheers, Bar Cart Team

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  9. Emma

    Exclusive7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tried some delicious cocktails and unique gourmet jello shots!

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  10. Brad Gold

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Owen was amazing with his knowledge, service, and innovation with the experience. Bar Cart will see me again!
    Bar CartResponded on March 31, 2026
    Hi Brad! Owen will love hearing this, thank you 🥂✨ We’re so glad his creativity and service made the experience stand out. That’s exactly the kind of night we aim for at Bar Cart. And we’ll be adding a little extra rhythm to the room, live music every Thursday in April 🎷 Hope to see you back (maybe for a midweek cocktail + soundtrack moment 😉) Best, The Bar Cart Team

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 900-1438
  • Website
    https://barcart.to/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Please visit our website for group packages and reach out to info@eloiserestaurant.ca for more information.
  • Location
    42 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5E 1A5
  • Neighborhood
    Harbourfront
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wine

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  5. Harbourfront

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Bar Cart

4.4
CAN$30 and under
Cocktail Bar
Harbourfront

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
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