Char No.5 Whisky & Cocktail Lounge - Toronto, Ontario

Mandy L.

We stopped here specifically for whiskey cocktails. The bartender really knew his stuff and gave us attention even just sitting at the bar. Very happy with our smoked cocktails! Definitely worth a stop for a drink.

Phoebe

It’s a good place for some drinks and tiny bites! They have a very good version of fancy poutine. Maybe not an ideal place for dinner but if you are eating here, maybe skip the burger and get small bites or the seafood pasta.

Stuart W.

I’ve been a customer of Char No.5 for years — it used to be a gem for whisky lovers in the city. The atmosphere, the knowledgeable staff, and most importantly, the incredible whisky selection kept me and many others coming back regularly.

Unfortunately, after the recent renovations, the place feels like a shadow of its former self. The once-impressive whisky list has been drastically reduced, with many favourite go-to bottles nowhere to be found. What was once a whisky lover’s haven has now pivoted toward a more generic cocktail bar vibe.

Speaking of which, the new cocktail menu is disappointing. It lacks the creativity and variety you'd expect from a bar with this kind of reputation. It feels like they're trying to appeal to a broader crowd but in doing so, have lost what made them truly special.

It’s frustrating to see such a great place move away from its roots. I know I’m not the only longtime patron who feels this way after eagerly awaiting the bar to re-open after renovations — the whisky community valued this spot for what it was, and it’s a real loss to see that identity fade.

I truly hope management listens to the feedback of myself (and I'm sure many other people once they see the state of the menu, or lack there-of), and bring back the soul of the bar: the whisky, and the unique and diverse cocktails.

Alicia P.

I had the miso salmon and it was beautiful and a divine dance on my palate. I was so impressed and couldn’t believe something this good could be served in a hotel lobby restaurant. It tasted like something from a Michelin starred restaurant…simply amazing. The bartender, Matt, was also friendly and made the menu recommendation. I’m so grateful to have experienced this dish. Just wow wow wow !!!

Kelsey M.

So it's in the hotel lobby and the atmosphere is exactly that. There are SO many other classy options. But the convenience of your 1st or last drink of the night is great. But here's the other thing. We ordered from the menu- so we did see the prices - only thing, it should have been $60--- however. It was $130-- for no reason. Check your bill- reviews show in not the only one

Karen C.

We popped into this bar on a whim on a Saturday night, and had such a great time. Great selection of whiskies and a super knowledgeable bartender who was able to walk us through the options. He was patient & attentive and made us a custom flight upon request! The fries we ordered were great too. Highly recommend if you want a low-key place to enjoy a quality drink where you can actually have a conversation.

Laura A. E.

We waited a little bit for one of the bartenders to get us a menu and take our order, however, it was also a concert night, and there was a completely full bar. Once things started to settle down, all of the bartenders were super interactive and helpful. The drinks were absolutely fantastic and I would definitely go back.

Buggy

Located in the Delta Hotel this lobby bar offered an array of whiskies from around the world. However if whisky isn’t your drink of choice then I recommend asking Ryan the mixologist. He was knowledgeable and professional and I appreciated the steps he took to ensure every customer had an enjoyable experience. The atmosphere was great along with the food making it an easy decision to want to return.