Bar Prima
1136 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1J3, Canada
Phone: (647) 347-9697
Website: https://barprima.ca/
Bar Prima in Toronto is a 4.4-star restaurant with 393 Google reviews, known for Tomato Tramezzini and Chicken Liver & Caviar Maritozzi.
Why we love it
- Italian with modern flair
- Located near Near Queen St W and Abell St
- Gorgeous space, swanky and lively, intimate vibe
- Upscale dining with attentive and knowledgeable staff
- Italian with modern flair
- Located near Near Queen St W and Abell St
- Gorgeous space, swanky and lively, intimate vibe
- Upscale dining with attentive and knowledgeable staff
What to Order
Tomato Tramezzini
A delightful starter, this dish is akin to a gourmet grilled cheese with tomatoes, featuring crispy yet soft bread and a perfectly balanced sweet and savory filling.
"The starter tomato tramezzini was enjoyable, think about it as grilled cheese but with tomatoes."
Kay Groth
Chicken Liver & Caviar Maritozzi
A must-try appetizer featuring super fragrant chicken liver pâté and caviar served on a soft, warm bun.
"Highly recommended to try the Chicken Liver & Caviar Maritozzi when it's warm. The cold chicken liver paste is very smooth and doesn't have that bad taste. Paired with the soft, warm bun, it's quite good, but it could use a bit more umami — more ingredients would make it better."
Melonlover
Scallops Rockefeller
Beautifully presented scallops served in their shell with a rich béchamel and a complementary basil/pesto green sauce.
"The scallops Rockefeller was nice it was cool to see how they didn’t just serve scallops but presented them in the shell with bechemal. The green sauce on it also tasted like basil/pesto, which I really thought complemented the scallops."
Kay Groth
Lobster Fra Diavola
A flavorful pasta dish featuring lobster in a rich, umami-filled sauce with a pleasant spiciness.
"The lobster diavola… drool … by far one of my favourite menu items of the night !"
Jake Wilton
Potato Pavé
A sophisticated side dish of layered potatoes, often served with a delicious sauce, offering a rich and satisfying texture.
"Old man, who understands me when I ate it, my eyes lit up, the sauce was super delicious. It has a feeling of eating a high-end Pringles Sour Cream & Onion potato chip."
Candice
Tiramisù
A classic Italian dessert, perfectly balanced with coffee and rum flavors, and a delightful presentation.
"The tiramisu at the end was also great, I loved the presentation of it in a glass, and the lady fingers were soaked but not that soggy. Overall, quite delicious!"
Julia Wang
Iberian Pork Pampanella
A highly recommended smoked and grilled Iberian pork chop, known for its tenderness and served with a sweet-and-tangy house-made sauce.
"Iberian pork pampanella — highly recommended! Smoked, grilled Iberian pork chop with a sweet-and-tangy house-made sauce that cuts the richness. The pork is really tender."
Helia B
Inside Scoop
- The entrance is a bit hidden, so keep an eye out for the unmarked black storefront.
- If you want to sit in the basement, make a reservation specifically requesting it.
- Consider the tasting menu for better value and to experience a wider range of dishes.
- The ambiance is beautiful and perfect for photos, but avoid excessive phone flashes to maintain the vibe.
- Service is generally attentive and knowledgeable, with staff often providing excellent recommendations.