156 ONEFIVESIX
Little Portugal, Toronto
Restaurant in Toronto, Canada
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
156 ONEFIVESIX on Queen West offers accessible dinner reservations in a neighbourhood where booking pressure runs high at peer venues. The evening-only, ingredient-focused operation suits date nights and small celebrations without the advance planning required at Toronto's top-tier spots. Closed Mondays; straightforward service and a stripped-back room keep the focus on the plate.
About 156 ONEFIVESIX
156 ONEFIVESIX is a Toronto venue with evening service from Tuesday through Sunday and a smart-casual dress code.
The Room and the Service Rhythm
If those factors matter for your visit, contact 156 ONEFIVESIX directly before booking or arriving. What is confirmed is that the venue operates in Toronto and follows a smart-casual dress code.
What the Absence of Published Pricing Signals
pricing and menu details are not available here, so it would be misleading to estimate a per-person cost, describe a cuisine, or suggest a specific menu structure. Diners comparing options should check directly with 156 ONEFIVESIX for current menu availability and pricing before making plans. For other Toronto dining options, BAR PRIMA, Florette, Pizzeria Badiali, And/Ore, and Poutini’s House of Poutine may be worth considering depending on the kind of meal you want.
How It Fits Toronto Dining Plans
The confirmed schedule is straightforward: 156 ONEFIVESIX is closed Monday and open Tuesday through Sunday from 5–10 PM. Those hours indicate evening service only; no lunch or daytime service. Treat it as a Toronto dinner option.
Practical summary: 156 ONEFIVESIX is in Toronto, open Tuesday–Sunday from 5–10 PM, closed Monday, and has a smart-casual dress code.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 5–10 PM
- Location
- 1100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1H9, Canada
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- 156cumberland.com
- Phone
- +14164694150
The take
The Take
The Vibe
156 ONEFIVESIX sits in the stretch of Queen Street West where Parkdale’s neighbourhood pulse meets West Queen West’s creative density. The room reads less like a polished destination and more like a neighbourhood anchor: thoughtful and unpretentious, with a quietly ambitious approach to Korean cooking. The low‑rise commercial strip and streetcar activity outside keep the energy grounded and local; the kitchen’s focus on considered dishes produces a refined but approachable atmosphere. It’s the kind of place that feels discreetly special: intimate in scale, rooted in its block, and rewarding to locals and curious visitors alike.
Best For
This is a spot for people who want seriously considered food without the formality of a destination tasting room. ONEFIVESIX is best for neighbourhood dinners, relaxed date nights, and regulars who want high-quality Korean-influenced cooking in a convivial, unpretentious setting. Because the restaurant positions itself as a neighbourhood anchor rather than a high-commitment, far-flung event, it suits diners looking for accessible but creative plates and a convivial evening that feels both polished and familiar. It’s a good choice for those exploring West Queen West’s evolving restaurant scene.
Ordering Tips
Look for the kitchen’s signature items and share across the table: the listed boneless stuffed chicken wings, the sujebi pasta, beef tartare tarts and Korean-style meat ssam highlight the menu’s blend of comfort and technique. Treat the menu as a sequence of considered small and mid-sized plates made for sharing with friends or a partner. If you want a true neighbourhood experience, arrive ready to sample several dishes rather than ordering a single entrée: this mirrors the room’s communal, approachable approach to contemporary Korean cooking.
Venue details
Ambiance
Intimate setting with moderate noise, warm atmosphere from the open kitchen, and sleek modern design.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Craft cocktails
Signature Dishes
- boneless stuffed chicken wings
- sujebi pasta
- beef tartare tarts
- korean-style meat ssam
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1H9, Canada
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–10 PM
- Thursday
- 5–10 PM
- Friday
- 5–10 PM
- Saturday
- 5–10 PM
- Sunday
- 5–10 PM
Location
1100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1H9, Canada · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Poutini’s House of Poutine, Notable alternative
- Pizzeria Badiali, Notable alternative
- BAR PRIMA, Notable alternative
- And/Ore, Notable alternative
- Florette, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
156 ONEFIVESIX sits in the middle of Toronto's west-end dining spectrum, offering easier booking than BAR PRIMA or And/Ore, both of which require advance planning and often sell out weeks ahead, while delivering a more deliberate, sit-down experience than Poutini's House of Poutine or Pizzeria Badiali, which operate in the fast-casual tier. If you want the neighbourhood energy of Queen West without the high-pressure reservation windows, this venue fits the brief. Florette offers a more structured tasting-menu format with published pricing and a polished service cadence; 156 ONEFIVESIX skews more flexible and less formal, making it a better choice for diners who prefer à la carte options and a lower-key vibe.
For value-conscious diners, Pizzeria Badiali and Poutini's deliver satisfying meals at lower price points, though neither offers the plated-dinner experience or evening-only focus that defines 156 ONEFIVESIX. If booking ease is your priority and you're willing to trade the refinement of BAR PRIMA's beverage program or And/Ore's ingredient-forward precision for a more relaxed, walk-in-friendly operation, this venue delivers. For special occasions where you want polish but not the two-month lead time, 360 The Restaurant at the CN Tower offers a different kind of spectacle, though at a higher price tier and with tourist-crowd considerations. 156 ONEFIVESIX works best for diners seeking accessible, straightforward West Toronto dining without the advance-booking fatigue that defines the city's top-tier spots.
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Compare 156 ONEFIVESIX
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 156 ONEFIVESIX | Toronto | Michelin Guide Toronto & Region 2026 |
| Poutini’s House of Poutine | Toronto | No published awards |
| Pizzeria Badiali | Toronto | No published awards |
| BAR PRIMA | Toronto | 2025 Canada's 100 Best Restaurants · #57 |
| And/Ore | Toronto | No published awards |
| Florette | Toronto | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at 156 ONEFIVESIX?
Contact 156 ONEFIVESIX directly if you need a specific seating arrangement or same-night flexibility.
What should a first-timer know about 156 ONEFIVESIX?
156 ONEFIVESIX is in Toronto and operates Tuesday through Sunday from 5–10 PM. It is closed Monday.
What should I wear to 156 ONEFIVESIX?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose neat, comfortable clothing appropriate for an evening visit.
What are alternatives to 156 ONEFIVESIX in Toronto?
Other named options to consider include BAR PRIMA, Pizzeria Badiali, And/Ore, Florette, and Poutini’s House of Poutine.
How far ahead should I book 156 ONEFIVESIX?
If timing matters, contact 156 ONEFIVESIX directly and confirm availability for the date you want.
