You can feel it in the air – corporate holiday season is fast approaching! If you are – or someone you know is – in charge of planning your office holiday party and searching high and low for the best restaurant to host your holiday party, we’re here to make things super easy! We’ve rounded up 25 of Toronto’s favourite restaurants that are perfect for private events. From cozy office dinners to grand corporate affairs, you’ll find the perfect space to host your winter fete. Read on for all the details on our top picks for your office holiday party!
Located inside 1 Hotel Toronto in the city’s west end, Casa Madera offers a harmonious blend of Mexican coastal cuisine, enhanced by French and Japanese nuances. This culinary haven boasts an ambiance that merges the coast with the kitchen.
Casa Madera’s private dining room accommodates up to 25 guests in its 498 sq. ft. space. The venue also offers full venue buyouts accommodating up to 250 guests.
Located right in the heart of Toronto’s Historic Distillery District, Cluny Bistro offers a private dining area and function space perfect for a holiday office party! Your guests will enjoy a taste of modern French cuisine in a breathtaking Parisian inspired room complete with floor-to-ceiling windows.
The venue can accommodate groups anywhere from 32-80 people.
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Sassafraz, an iconic restaurant located in the heart of Yorkville, specializes in private parties. The team at Sassafraz is ready and willing to meet all the needs of their guests from setup to service – all you have to do is select your menu and they’ll take it from there!
Perfect for small or large events accommodating groups of 20-160 sit-down and 250 cocktail style.
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A big, bold American style bistro combining classic New York style with sleek modern eclecticism. The sky high glass atrium, rich wood interiors and vintage wraparound bar provide the perfect backdrop for its world-inspired cuisine. Jump Restaurant offers an exclusive private dining room and several semi-private spaces for corporate and social events. Jump is also available for exclusive openings Saturdays at lunch and Sundays for lunch or dinner.
Perfect for holiday parties or special gatherings in the heart of the city, Jump can accommodate groups of up to 80 guests.
From the 36th floor of the TD South Tower, Stratus Restaurant offers stunning views of the city, harbour, and islands. A staple in the Bay Street community, the venue combines both traditional flavours and ingenuity. We love the modern yet relaxed interior!
Perfect for events with small or large groups between 35 and 200 guests.
Conveniently located in the Financial District and equipped with a state-of-the-art sound system and dynamic custom lighting, Myth Restaurant offers several private spaces from which to choose: the East Dining Room, Amphora Gallery, Front Patio, and the option for full buyouts. Additionally, guests can enjoy in-house complimentary music, and the venue provides bathroom and coat check attendants for convenience.
A full buyout would allow you to accommodate over 500 guests for standing events and up to 140 guests for a seated event.
The ever-unique The Broadview Hotel evokes a simple, yet classy ambience that is sure to wow your office guests. Offering 5 gorgeous spaces for private events, it’s perfect for luxurious holiday parties, leaving your guests with an experience they’ll never forget!
Ideal for holiday party groups as small as 20 or as large as 270.
Located in the upscale Yorkville district, Sofia Yorkville presents a blend of modern elegance, making it the ideal setting for impeccable private events. Guests are treated to a curated experience in this sensory gallery, which boasts luxurious seating, a chic bar, and standout artworks from internationally acclaimed artists.
Private dining for up to 28 or events for up to 130 in the dining room.
Alo Salon is a beautiful stylish French restaurant nestled in the heart of Yorkville which features only the best seasonal ingredients and offers gorgeous spaces for private events plus corporate holiday parties. The incredible food and top notch experience is sure to leave yours guests in awe!
Ideal for groups as small as 40, this venue can accommodate up to 60 guests for cocktail receptions.
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What do you get when you love coffee, oysters plus champagne? A classy joint called exactly THIS! Coffee Oysters Champagne | à toi is a colourfully hip bar and eatery, equipped with lots of pink and loads of fun. It also includes an amazing and exclusive Parisian-inspired champagne cellar that can accommodate any and every type of event. If you’re looking to embody themes similar to this during your next holiday office event, then look no further!
Curated for groups as small as 20 to larger parties of up to 225.
Nestled in swanky Yorkville, Blu Ristorante boasts a spacious restaurant that enchants its diners through its exquisite food offerings, attentive staff, and custom-designed private rooms for pretty much any event. They also offer restaurant buyouts plus an 80-seat patio which is a huge score.
This venue is suited for parties of up to 110 guests.
RUNWAY06, a fashionable venue in the Entertainment District, provides a unique dining experience influenced by South American cuisine. Dishes emphasize vibrant flavors, local ingredients, and the union of modern cooking methods with classic techniques, all cooked with natural heat. The prix fixed menus are designed for communal dining, letting groups savour the multifaceted flavors of Marked.
The venue accommodates up to 40 seated guests or 60 standing and features amenities like bar top service, high-top tables and chairs, a private bar, and an exclusive, closed-off space for utmost privacy.
Archeo, located in Toronto’s historic Distillery District, is “the restaurant equivalent of the urban loft apartment”. The high ceilings, exposed brick walls, and wooden tables and bars (made from 150 year old reclaimed wood!) add to the unique charm of the space. The furniture can be removed to create a blank canvas if you prefer to put your own touch on the space (seasonally, fees apply). Archeo offers a beautiful and private outdoor courtyard that would be perfect for your corporate event!
Ideal for a mid-sized private event, Archeo can accommodate 118 people for a plated meal or 150 people for a cocktail-styled party
Located in the bustling midtown area of Yonge and Eglinton, La Vecchia Ristorante delivers the authentic taste of Italy with a genuine Italian ambiance. From the stone and stucco walls covered in Italian pictures and art, La Vecchia captures essence of Italian dining with European flair. Enjoy your dining experience in one of our two private rooms, each equipped with privacy options and audio visual equipment.
Ideal for intimate groups of up to 35 people.
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Daphne invites guests to enjoy a Modern American dining experience, presenting American classics reimagined with a contemporary flair. Alongside handcrafted cocktails and a comprehensive wine list, the group dining menus are punctuated by seasonal specials and signature dishes.
Private dining for up to 34 or and up to 84 in the main dining area. The venue also features two patios.
Located in the heart of downtown Toronto (on the 2nd floor of the TIFF Bell Lightbox, to be precise), Luma Restaurant is an excellent location for your holiday office party! Luma’s menu showcases global and Canadian artisanal cuisine featuring the finest local and regional ingredients.
Luma features an exclusive private dining room with a maximum seated capacity of 14 and a private terrace with a standing capacity of 64. Luma is also available for full buyouts seven days a week for lunch and dinner for up to 200.
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Critically acclaimed to be among Canada’s best restaurants, Canoe Restaurant & Bar’s unique location high atop the TD Bank Tower affords a breathtaking view of the city. We love the clean and simple, yet absolutely stylish design — it’s a brilliant reflection of this country’s rich, raw environment.
Breathtaking lakeside views make Canoe’s upscale rooms excellent venues for breakfast meetings, product launches, exclusive dinners, and intimate celebrations. Canoe is also available for full buy-outs on weekends, an exquisite choice for special gatherings and holiday parties.
Offering two exclusive private dining rooms, Canoe can accommodate groups of up to 60 guests.
Epoch Bar & Kitchen Terrace located inside the Ritz-Carlton Toronto stands as a symbol of a fresh culinary era. Focused on seasonally-driven produce, Epoch takes inspiration from the transformative gastropub movement of the 90s, offering a modern take on traditional pub culture with international flair. Their cocktails honor timeless traditions, yet are infused with contemporary twists. At Epoch, it’s more than dining—it’s an experience, a moment in time to be relished.
REIGN Restaurant + Bar + Bakery‘s private dining rooms can host a range of events, from early breakfast meetings to power lunches and from upscale receptions to grand evening suppers. The space is ideal for both corporate and social gatherings, with a dedicated team on hand to tailor each event to individual preferences and occasions.
The restaurant features 5 different private spaces: The Royal Room and The Manor room are both great for small gatherings, seating 12 and 10 respectively. Reign bar is ideal for events up to 170. The Garden Room seats 50, the Atrium seats 28, and finally, the Pavilion comfortably seats up to 36.
With 3 customizable spaces to choose from, Byblos Uptown is a chic venue for your holiday get-together. Group dining menus start at $75 per person and are served family-style with a focus on Eastern Mediterranean cuisine.
The venue can accommodate seated events in the main dining room for up to 90 or private dining in one of their two rooms for either 46 or 10.
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AP Restaurant offers a wide range of event options, from business dinners and family celebrations to brand launches and full venue buyouts. The private dining room, which boasts a view of the city’s Northern skyline, provides an intimate setting for various gatherings.
For seated dinners, the private dining room can accommodate 28 guests, while the main dining room holds 88. For cocktail receptions, the numbers increase to 40 in the private dining room and 180 in the main dining room.
Close to iconic sites such as the St. Lawrence Market and Berczy Park, The Sultan's Tent & Café Moroc has graced Toronto’s culinary landscape for over three decades. Infused with the flavours of Moroccan, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern cuisines, this venue offers more than just a meal—it’s a complete experience! Beyond its exquisite décor, The Sultan’s Tent boasts a menu brimming with flavourful Moroccan-French and International dishes.
Suitable groups as small as 14 up to 210 guests for a full buy-0ut, this venue is perfect holiday gatherings.
Drawing its inspiration from the classic Palm Springs interior, the ambiance at La Palma radiates a sense of warmth and homely hospitality, making every guest feel instantly welcomed.
The venue caters to events up to 75 and is available for full venue buy-outs.
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Black + Blue Toronto offers a premier steak dining experience, seamlessly blending classic steakhouse allure with a contemporary ambiance. Distinctively Kobe Beef certified, Black + Blue showcases its beef against a unique Himalayan salt brick backdrop in the dining room, enhancing the dry-aging process. The menu also spotlights seafood classics, with tableside Caesar salads and cocktails enhancing the dining charm.
The venue can seat up to 240 guests, with spaces like the Gold Room for 16 and the King Room accommodating 32 seated and 40 standing patrons.
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