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The Green Room (Private Dining) - The Carbon Bar, Toronto, ON

The Carbon Bar

4.5 (2009)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Barbecue
99 Queen St East, Toronto, ON M5C 1S2

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The Carbon Bar

4.5
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Barbecue
Financial District

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Great for happy hour
  • Hot spot
The Carbon Bar: Located Downtown, is a fun destination where food lovers come together for bold flavours and great company. Our menu features expertly prepared steak, seafood, and vegan options, inspired by the rich traditions of a steakhouse with a modern twist. Sunday brunch featuring pancake stacks, brunch towers, mimosas, signature brunch Caesars, avocado toast. Slow-smoked barbecue (BBQ), shareable plates, and refreshing beer straight from the keg. Our bar lounge and cocktail bar serve handcrafted drinks perfect for any occasion, from lively birthdays to romantic evenings. Unwind in our inviting dining room or stop by for happy hour specials. Rooted in the energy of a discotheque and a media giant’s studio, The Carbon Bar blends history with contemporary flair. Whether it’s a casual night out or an elevated fine dining experience, impeccable hospitality and unforgettable moments await. The Carbon is also perfect for large group, standing with passed canapé or seated for dinner.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private dining options, perfect for any occasion from corporate events to social gatherings. Our team at The Carbon Bar love hosting and we have one of the greatest venues for it.
  • Private party contact
    The Carbon Bar: (416) 947-7000
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District
  • Cross street
    Church St
  • Parking details
    A few in a couple block radius. Green P by St. Michaels hospital, Private lot on Church south of Richmond, Private lot on Queen and Jarvis.
  • Public transit
    Nearest Street Car stops: Queen Street East and Church Subway: Queen
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Carbon Bar Lunch

    CA$69.00 per person

    1 - 15 people

    Multiple dates available
    The Carbon Lunch ($69/person) is a complete feast with no choices needed. Enjoy starters including Smoked Bacon Caesar and Korean Fried Cauliflower, plus our Pit Master Platter with pork ribs, beef brisket, pulled pork, fried chicken, and jalapeño sausage, finished with house dessert bites.
    Carbon Bar Lunch Photo
  • The Experience Menu - 4 courses

    CA$90.00 per person

    2 - 15 people

    Multiple dates available
    Groups of 9 or more are required to dine on our set "Experience" menu. Join us for a 4-course meal that will impress you and leave you satisfied. We start off our menu with Korean fried cauliflower and blistered shishito peppers. Following this comes our smoked bacon Caesar and salmon tartare. Next is our "Pitmaster Platter" which includes; brisket, burnt ends, St. Louis style pork ribs, pulled pork, cheddar jalapeno sausage, and fried chicken. Accompanied with collard greens, coleslaw, pickles and crispy french fries. Finally, we serve you a delicious dessert platter of brownie bites, banoffee pie, caramel popcorn, candied bananas and a drizzle of caramel.
    The Experience Menu - 4 courses Photo
  • The Experience plus Seafood - 4 courses

    CA$110.00 per person

    2 - 15 people

    Multiple dates available
    The Carbon Bar Experience ($99/person) offers a delectable and flavoursome tasting of our à la carte menu served to elevate and curate an unforgettable dining experience at The Carbon Bar. All items on the fixed menus will be served to you and your guests, family-style, where all plates are designed to be shared amongst the group. Please let us know if there are any allergies or dietary restrictions that we should be made aware of as the menus can be modified to accommodate accordingly. Please note that the participation of the entire group is required.
    The Experience plus Seafood - 4 courses Photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Take the long way home.

    1 - 15 people

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Take the long way home and swing by The Carbon Bar for a laid-back happy hour between 4 to 6 pm. Settle into our cozy atmosphere and kick back with friends over cocktails, wines, and beers. Our menu boasts an array of mouthwatering bites, perfect for sharing or indulging solo. Whether you're unwinding after work or starting your evening off right, our casual vibe and exceptional offerings ensure a memorable time. So, take your time, enjoy the journey, and make The Carbon Bar your pitstop for a truly enjoyable happy hour experience.

    Take the long way home. Photo

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at The Carbon Bar.

4.5

4.5
(2009)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Old Toronto

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Carbon Bar offers an "amazing upscale BBQ" experience with "great ambience" and "top-notch service." Guests praise the "fantastic brisket" and "delicious cocktails." The venue is noted for its "fun environment" and "great value." While the brunch menu could expand, the overall dining experience is highly recommended.
2,009 Reviews
  1. Heather Gold

    Toronto42 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, fun environment, and an awesome playlist!!! We will definitely return! P.S. Bottles of wine on Thursdays are discounted :).
    The Carbon BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review Heather! We hope to see you again soon. Jeremy - Manager

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  2. Rita Gold

    Las Vegas27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    3 of us shared the pit platter which is a great combination of different meats, chicken was our favourite everything else really tasted the same. Overall a lot of meat with a side portion of fries we all felt that we needed some sort of salad/veggie even a coleslaw should be included with this platter. The restaurant was nice much bigger inside and the service was good. Chicken is a must try with the house dip!!
    The Carbon BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Rita! I'm glad to hear that you had a great experience with us. We hope to see you again soon. Jeremy

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  3. Wendy

    Toronto9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went there on a Tuesday for Happy Hour. Service was friendly and efficient, food was delicious and the prices quite reasonable for downtown Toronto.
    The Carbon BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Wendy! I'm glad to hear that you had a great experience with us. We hope to see you again soon. Jeremy

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  4. Alfred

    Toronto16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 1, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall it was a good dining experience. Our party of 5 ordered a variety of dishes and the food was liked overall. My wife and I had the Sunday/Monday mixed BBQ platter, ($69/person) which came with Ceasar salad, BBQ sauced cauliflower, dessert and proseco for 2 as well as a good sized assorted platter of BBQ standards. Everything was oo high quality, with the exception of the fried chicken, with much too heavy, thick batter. We both took off the batter and are the chicken meat which was too dry. The chocolate pecan pie for dessert was terrific, rich and buttery and not too sweet. The menu is a bit too restrictive, lacked options to mix and match items usually found in BBQ restaurants, we would like to see that expanded.
    The Carbon BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! Sorry to have let you down witgh the fried chicken, the chefs were made aware of the situation. We hope to see you again soon and the chicken won't disappoint you next time. Jeremy - Manager

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  5. Ray

    Toronto4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, all of the food was amazing and great value
    The Carbon BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Ray! I'm glad to hear that you had a great experience with us. We hope to see you again soon. Jeremy

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  6. laura

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cocktails and food were delicious and the restaurant was so cozy. I’ll be back!
    The Carbon BarResponded on October 29, 2026
    Thank you Laura! I'm glad to hear that you had a great experience with us. We hope to see you again soon. Jeremy Restaurant Manager

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  7. Hayley

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Ribs were dry. steaks had to be returned and redone pepper sauce was a milky white watery liquid corn bread was good
    The Carbon BarResponded on October 29, 2026
    Hi Hayley, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. I’m really sorry that your night didn't go the way it should have. While we tried to fix things on the night, I completely get that it didn't make up for a disapoiting experience. We take feedback seriously and will be addressing them directly with our kitchen team. I hope you’ll give us another shot down the road so we can show you the experience we're actually known for. Jeremy Manager

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  8. Martin

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we came across the Carbon Bar by accident and weren't disappointed. The decor is really great, the staff friendly professional and attentive and the food was really good. The two of us sat at the counter and thoroughly enjoyed our evening. We shared brisket Ribs slaw greens fries and a delicious mac n cheese and a lovely bottle of Red that was cheaper as it was a Thursday. would definitely recommend

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  9. Corina

    Toronto8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for the Monday lower fixed price meal - unbelievable! Food was amazing, and portion was enourmous! Bring containers. The Korean califlower was really great, the brisket was out of this world. Didn't even try the chicken - too full. The bourbon chocolate pecan pie we shared was amazing, too. I managed to eat that. Tried a few cocktails as well, all great. I'd go again in a heartbeat. With more containers.
    The Carbon BarResponded on October 29, 2026
    Thank you so much Corina for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the fixed price meal, brisket, cauliflower, drinks, and pie. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Jeremy Restaurant Manager

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  10. Jen Gold

    West Palm Beach6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service as always. Very loud music could be lowered and still maintain the vibe they are going for
    The Carbon BarResponded on October 19, 2026
    Hi Jen, thank you for the great feedback and review! We do our best to keep the music at an enjoyable volume, and we're sorry if it was a bit too loud during your visit. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Jeremy Manager

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private dining options, perfect for any occasion from corporate events to social gatherings. Our team at The Carbon Bar love hosting and we have one of the greatest venues for it.
  • Private party contact
    The Carbon Bar: (416) 947-7000
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District
  • Cross street
    Church St
  • Parking details
    A few in a couple block radius. Green P by St. Michaels hospital, Private lot on Church south of Richmond, Private lot on Queen and Jarvis.
  • Public transit
    Nearest Street Car stops: Queen Street East and Church Subway: Queen
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

The Carbon Bar feels industrial-chic and energetic, high ceilings, exposed brick and dim lighting create a stylish, buzzy dining room that still allows conversation and suits both groups and date nights.

The Carbon Bar's smoked beef brisket is the standout, guests frequently praise the brisket and it appears on the current menu as a featured smoked beef item.

Yes, The Carbon Bar has participated in seasonal prix‑fixe events and special menus (Summerlicious and Winterlicious), indicating a changing menu offering at times.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, not formal; reviewers note a mix of dressed-down and slightly dressier guests, so neat casual wear works well.

Yes, The Carbon Bar welcomes private parties and large events, and its team can host standing receptions with passed canapés or seated dinners; guests have reserved the front lounge for parties of about 60.

Yes, The Carbon Bar is frequently recommended for date night, with a stylish, dimly lit dining room, handcrafted cocktails, and several guests calling it a great spot for couples and special evenings.

The Carbon Bar features an inviting main dining room, a large bar with bar seating, cozy booths/banquettes, and a front lounge that can be reserved for larger private parties.

The Carbon Bar fills up for peak weekend service, reviewers note it was packed on Friday nights, while midweek evenings (for example Tuesday and Wednesday visits) tend to be noticeably quieter and more relaxed.

Portions tend to be generous, guests regularly describe platters and the Pitmaster-style sharing plates as ample, with many people taking leftovers home.

Brunch: Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm. Dinner: Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm; Fri–Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm. The Carbon Bar also mentions happy hour specials on its menu.

Sunday is a standout for brunch, The Carbon Bar's Sunday brunch (11:00 am–3:00 pm) is frequently praised by guests. Tuesday is also popular for half‑price oysters, according to guest reports.

Yes, The Carbon Bar runs distinct experiences: it offers Experience Menus (multi‑course tasting options), a busy Sunday brunch service, and guests also mention happy hour and a Tuesday half‑price oyster night.

Yes, The Carbon Bar serves alcohol: the brunch menu lists Prosecco, mimosas and classic cocktails, the venue advertises handcrafted cocktails at its bar lounge, and guests praise specific drinks and a broad wine and spirits selection.

The Carbon Bar is a great midweek pick, Tuesday nights (their popular half‑price oyster night) and midweek dinners tend to be calmer, while Friday and Saturday evenings bring the livelier, busier room.

Yes, The Carbon Bar is family‑friendly, especially for weekend brunch and family celebrations: guests cite Fathers Day brunch and using the spot as a new family tradition, and families have celebrated children’s birthdays there.

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  2. Canada
  3. Toronto / Ontario
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The Carbon Bar

4.5
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Barbecue
Financial District

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
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