By T a n j a on August 8, 2026 Verified by Google

2/5 ⭐️

Came to The Playbook Commons for dinner before a concert at RBC Amphitheatre and was honestly REALLY DISSAPPOINTED.

We had a reservation, but when we arrived we were told the Hotel X parking lot was full and that we couldn’t park there. Once we got to the restaurant, we stood at the front for about 5 mins before anyone even acknowledged us, despite the restaurant being less than half full on a Thurs eve.

We ordered 2 drinks - My boyfriend’s was fine, but my $20 Peach Bellini looked like someone had already drank a third of it 😒 I got maybe four sips out of the entire glass. For $20, it felt like a complete rip-off.

For food, we ordered the Caesar salad, steak tartare and sausage orecchiette.

Unfortunately, none of it was good. The Caesar was mediocre at best, and the large cubes of soft bacon were really unpleasant 🤢

The steak tartare was easily one of the WORST IVE EVER HAD. I’m not sure what kind of twist the kitchen was going for, but the chips were soft and stale and absolutely covered in an overpowering salty seasoning. The tartare itself was also extremely salty, to the point that it completely overwhelmed the dish 🧂🤮🧂🤮🧂

The sausage orecchiette was basically swimming in liquid and felt more like pasta soup than a proper pasta dish 👎🏼👎🏼👎🏼

Service throughout the meal was mediocre as well. The restaurant itself is nice-looking, Hotel X is beautiful, and the location is extremely convenient if you’re going to a concert at RBC Amphitheatre, which are really the only reasons I’m giving it two stars.

For a $128 bill before gratuity, the quality of the food was nowhere near what I expected. We left wishing we had gone to Valerie upstairs instead or just somewhere else completely.

I’m not sure I’d come back, even with how convenient the location is. Don’t bother wasting your time coming here…

By Bee M on May 28, 2026 Verified by Google

Tried the liquid sunshine tonight, love playbook!!Kato and Suzan were great servers and were very kind and energetic. Our bartenders G and megi were fantastic. I was there the night before and megi gave great service as well. Consistently great! I LOVE COMING HERE! They’re so fantastic.

By Rasha Rashid on March 21, 2026 Verified by Google

I recently went to the Playbook with some friends for a long overdue catch-up, and it did not disappoint! We ordered a bunch of plates to share, and everything from the savory dishes to the amazing desserts were 10/10 (the honeybutter cake and tiramisu were my faves). Our service was also impeccable, we felt cared for throughout the nice and they were so friendly and helpful too! The bartender even made us a special drink which tasted amazing. Will definitely be coming back and making it a regular spot.

By Ashley on March 13, 2026 Verified by Google

We had a wonderful experience at the hotel x lobby bar. Megi served us - she was so wonderful and friendly. She shook up some delicious cocktails and was a great host. We’ll be back! Hope to catch her on the rooftop bar this summer

By justin stevenson on March 8, 2026 Verified by Google

Thank you to Talal and Shante for your amazing service. Your hospitality was top notch and reminds me of why I continue to return to Hotel X and the playbook commons for all my amazing experiences with my friends and family.

Regards,
Justin Stevenson

By 山脇文子 on January 22, 2026 Verified by Google

Their Sword Fish Truffle Tagliatelle was delicious. The oysters were also very fresh. The tiramisu was amazing. I would love to go back.

By luna he on November 3, 2025 Verified by Google

This restaurant is absolutely delicious, especially the Sunday Special Menu, which is only $59. One person can order three dishes, which would normally cost over $100 for the same three dishes. The steak and truffle pasta are both amazing, and the side dishes are great too. The atmosphere is also wonderful. I really love this place!

By Alex Orchilles on October 19, 2025 Verified by Google

The Playbook Commons is a great spot to come sit at the bar or enjoy for date night. A bit pricey but definitely worth it. I tried out a gin cocktail called the Green Thumb, as well as the arancini & hanger steak. All were very tasty choices.

Bart at the bar was my bartender/server & provided great service, insight, and conversation. Shoutout to him!

Would definitely come back on my next trip to Toronto!

By Brad on October 14, 2025 Verified by Google

It was my first time at Playbook and it was a great experience through and through. The space is gorgeous and they have huge screens to watch sports games. They also have a gluten free pasta option which was very accommodating, the Truffle Tagliatelle was delicious!

Big shoutout to the bartender Tusy! She’s clearly passionate about her work and it shows - the service she provided and the cocktails she crafted were top tier. Ask her to make you an amaretto sour and you won’t be disappointed!

By Teylor Antinolfi on September 17, 2025 Verified by Google

We celebrated our One Year Wedding Anniversary at The Playbook Commons and had the best time! The food and service was beyond anything we ever expected. The team went above and beyond to make sure our anniversary celebration was nothing short of amazing. They really contributed to making our anniversary so special and memorable. Thank you so much again for everything ~ including the surprises we were not expecting but are so grateful for

By IndianaDee on August 4, 2025 Verified by Email

We found this restaurant to be just about average. We ate here twice while staying in the Hotel X during the IndyCar weekend. We had been told by staff that this was a new restaurant and was fantastic. We definitely had a different experience. The pasta was well cooked, but my husband’s steak was served on a cold plate which made the steak cold within a few minutes. There is no real atmosphere and on both occasions we were happy to just eat our meal and leave. We only went back the second time as the other restaurant in the hotel - Roses Social, was closed. We had an early flight the next day and it was just easier to eat at the hotel.
If you can eat in Roses Social instead it’s a much nicer vibe with great food. There are so many good restaurants in Toronto, you don’t need to waste money in Playbook Commons

By Megan Harper on May 25, 2025 Verified by Google

Great food , great drinks and even greater staff ! Everyone is so accommodating and attentive. I was also happy to see they had a range of gluten free options :) will definitely be back.

By Edward Nguyen on May 23, 2025 Verified by Google

Amazing! The food and the atmosphere here is top notch.

So many great options on the menu, the team here has done a great job!

By Gavin Thomson on May 22, 2025 Verified by Google

Great looking space. Cocktails looked and tasted fantastic.

By Infuse Med Spa Toronto on May 22, 2025 Verified by Google

An unforgettable experience from start to finish!

I had the pleasure of dining at this newly opened gem in Toronto and was truly blown away. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm, modern, and beautifully designed — every detail felt intentional and elevated.

The menu is creative and packed with flavour. Every dish we tried was a perfect balance of presentation and taste — you can tell the chefs put heart and innovation into everything. The service was equally impressive — attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the food and experience.

It’s rare to find a new spot that hits all the right notes this early on, but this place has done just that. Whether you’re planning a date night, a celebration, or just craving something special, this is the place to be. Toronto has a new culinary star ⭐️

Can’t wait to return!
Kavita Suri