Gatsby
Yorkville, Toronto
Restaurant in Toronto, Canada
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Gatsby is a practical Yorkville-adjacent choice for an easy date, client meal, or low-friction celebration in central Toronto. Book it for convenience and atmosphere rather than a chef-driven destination meal; if you want a more defined contemporary or counter-format experience, compare it with Enigma Yorkville or Okeya Kyujiro Toronto.
About Gatsby
Gatsby is a Toronto venue. It is open daily from 11 AM to 11 PM and lists a smart casual dress code. Beyond those basics, cuisine, chef, award, price tier, menu format, or specific service style are not specified.
The practical read is simple: use Gatsby when the hours and Toronto location fit your plans. If cuisine, price, dietary accommodations, or a particular menu format matter, confirm those details directly before committing. Key planning facts are the daily 11 AM–11 PM schedule and smart casual dress code.
Choose it for direct planning
The clearest case for Gatsby is logistical: the venue is in Toronto, open every day from 11 AM to 11 PM, asks for smart casual dress. That makes it easier to consider for plans that depend on timing, but signature dishes, a chef-led format, awards, cuisine, or price are not specified.
If you are comparing other options, keep the comparison broad unless you have current details from the venues themselves. Enigma Yorkville is another Toronto option to research, while Okeya Kyujiro Toronto may also be worth checking if it fits the kind of meal you want. For Gatsby specifically, read the current menu and booking details before you build plans around it.
When the booking needs to be simple
Gatsby is easiest to evaluate when the decision is based on its known characteristics: Toronto location, daily 11 AM–11 PM hours, smart casual dress. Details such as group accommodations, seating style, specific dishes, price, dietary policies are not listed, so they should be checked directly with the venue.
For a first visit, set expectations around what is known. Dress smart casual, choose a time within the daily 11 AM–11 PM hours, confirm the current menu or reservation requirements if those details are important to your plans.
Located inside
HotelWindsor Arms HotelFull hotel guidePlanning details
- Location
- 18 St Thomas St, Toronto, ON M5S 3E7, Canada
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- windsorarmshotel.com
- Phone
- +14169719666
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Gatsby occupies the quieter, more restrained side of Yorkville, favoring subtlety over spectacle. The address—set back on a residential-scale street—mirrors the restaurant’s approach: studied glamour delivered with restraint. Smaller, deliberate operations and precise sequencing give the room an intimate, serene feel; the focus is on craft and refined pacing rather than loud, attention-seeking presentation. Guests encounter a polished but discreet atmosphere where the meal’s internal logic and the quality beneath the surface are the principal draws, rather than ostentation or theatrical dining gestures.
Best For
This is a place built for evenings that demand attention to detail: date nights, special occasions and polished business dinners all fit naturally here. The writing frames Gatsby as part of Toronto’s upper tier of multi-course dining, attracting a clientele that values taste as an expression of judgement. The understated entrance and modest street presence set expectations for a composed, focused experience—one where conversation and the progression of plates take precedence over noisy bustle or spectacle.
Ordering Tips
The menu context stresses a progressive, multi-course structure—sequencing matters here—so lean into the tasting-style approach if it's offered. Allow the progression to build its argument course by course rather than skipping around; the restaurant is described as favoring precision and internal logic. For a signature bite, the Saravia blue crab cake is highlighted among small- and large-plate offerings and makes a logical early choice to showcase the kitchen’s style. Keep requests simple and let the pacing guide the evening.
Venue details
Ambiance
Eclectic and elegant 1920s Gatsby-era decor blending classic opulence with modern comfort, featuring white linens, original art, and cozy lounge seating.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Saravia blue crab cake
- small plates
- large plates
Planning details
Location
18 St Thomas St, Toronto, ON M5S 3E7, Canada · Directions
Also consider
Where to book if Gatsby is not the right fit
For a more cooking-led special occasion, book Enigma Yorkville; its New Canadian, contemporary profile and $$$$ price tier make the intent clearer. For a more defined counter-format night, choose Okeya Kyujiro Toronto instead.
Restaurant context
How Gatsby compares in Toronto
Gatsby is the easier, lower-commitment choice in this set. It makes sense when the group wants a central Toronto room and a simple booking path, while Enigma Yorkville is the stronger fit for diners specifically chasing New Canadian and contemporary cooking at a $$$$ level.
Okeya Kyujiro Toronto is the better call for a structured Japanese counter-style occasion, especially for two diners who want the format to define the night. Gatsby is more flexible for mixed groups or business meals where not everyone wants a tightly choreographed experience.
Cross-shop Sassafraz, The Tea Room, and Chagall when ambiance matters as much as the meal. Choose Gatsby when ease and centrality lead the decision; choose Enigma Yorkville when the cooking style and higher price tier are the point.
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Compare Gatsby
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gatsby | Toronto | ; | ; | No published awards |
| The Tea Room | Toronto | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Sassafraz | Toronto | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Okeya Kyujiro Toronto | Toronto | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Chagall | Toronto | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Enigma Yorkville | Toronto | New Canadian, Contemporary | $$$$ | 2026 Canada's 100 Best Restaurants · #82Star Wine Lists 20262026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star2023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended |
How Gatsby Toronto compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gatsby good for solo dining?
It is not specified whether Gatsby is especially suited to solo dining. Gatsby is in Toronto, open daily from 11 AM to 11 PM, has a smart casual dress code. If solo seating or a quieter experience matters, confirm directly before you go. Enigma Yorkville is another Toronto option to research.
What should I order at Gatsby?
No signature dish, cuisine, or menu format is listed. Check Gatsby's current menu before visiting and order based on what is offered that day. If you are comparing options, Okeya Kyujiro Toronto is another venue to look into.
How far ahead should I book Gatsby?
Reservation demand or booking lead times for Gatsby are not specified. The hours are daily from 11 AM to 11 PM. If your timing is important, contact the venue or book as early as your plans require; Okeya Kyujiro Toronto is another option to research when comparing availability.
Is lunch or dinner better at Gatsby?
Gatsby's schedule is daily from 11 AM to 11 PM, but no specific meal-period details are listed. Choose the time that fits your itinerary and confirm the current menu if the meal period matters. Sassafraz is another Toronto venue to consider when comparing plans.
What should a first-timer know about Gatsby?
Know the basics: Gatsby is in Toronto, open daily from 11 AM to 11 PM, lists smart casual dress. Details such as cuisine, price, signature dishes, chef, awards, service format are not listed, so confirm anything important before visiting. Enigma Yorkville is another Toronto option to compare.
