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Frida
Frida was named one of Toronto’s Top 100 restaurants by acclaimed and trusted restaurant critic Joanne Kates. Frida modernizes Mexican food in a fresh, relaxed and contemporary setting. Review after review agree-Frida presents refined flavors, quality and a fresh taste that sets a new standard for modern Mexican cuisine in Toronto. Quality. Freshness. Creativity. Located at 999 Eglinton Avenue West, midtown and in north Forest Hill, Frida is open for dinner Tuesday to Sunday and for Sunday brunch. Ample parking both in the green P next door or on the street.
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38 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 38 reviews
5 stars
(7)
4 stars
(17)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(24)
- fit for foodies(17)
- great for brunch(8)
- romantic(8)
- good for groups(5)
- special occasion(4)
Frida Reviews List
Review 1 for Frida
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Disappointed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service and ambiance poor and food too highly rated in other reviews...definitely not the best Mexican restaurant in Toronto."
Dined on 25/04/2013
2011
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Review 2 for Frida
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had an amazing anniversary
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had an amazing anniversary dinner! The food was fantastic and the entire staff was really friendly and very attentive!! Thank you!!"
Dined on 20/04/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Frida
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Don't go to have a conversation
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Don't go to have a conversation - the acoustics are horrible. Food was great, service a bit slow."
Dined on 13/04/2013
2009
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Review 4 for Frida
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food. Authentic Mexican.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food. Authentic Mexican. Make reservations."
Dined on 06/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Frida
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Frida-a Mexican gem
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our second visit. The food was as good as we remembered. The drink prices-a tad expensive. Our server was very attentive and super friendly. The food came out as ordered and quite quickly. Excellent chips and salsa. Wish the guacamole portions were a bit bigger (only because it is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO good!!) Will be back!"
Dined on 05/04/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 6 for Frida
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Found the food boring, late
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Found the food boring, late of taste."
Dined on 23/03/2013
2010
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Review 7 for Frida
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent and authentic Mexican
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent and authentic Mexican cuisine but be careful of the hot sauces, when they ask if you want it hot from 1 to 10, we said 8 and got burned, but deliciously so."
Dined on 22/03/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Frida
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Most delicious guacamole ever!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Most delicious guacamole ever! The chicken tostadas and tortilla soup are also favorites. I have always loved every item ordered at Frida!"
Dined on 21/03/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 9 for Frida
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food, good service. The
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food, good service. The meal seemed a little pricey for what we got though....."
Dined on 19/03/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Frida
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A little on the expensive
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A little on the expensive side. Drinls served in very small glasses."
Dined on 15/03/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Frida
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Authentic Mexican food/margaritas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"First time trying Frida, we have been meaning to go for a while. We love picking up their fresh chips and dip each weekend at Wychwood Barns or the Brickworks. Went for a very early dinner at 5:30 before heading downtown for a show, so it was quiet. Service was friendly, knowledgeable, very accommodating and prompt. Food was fresh and delicious - great authentic Mexican (we have been to great restaurants off the beaten track in Mexico and food was comparable). Margaritas were also excellent and authentic. Will definitely try again at a busier time (assuming we can get a table at this small and popular spot)"
Dined on 08/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Frida
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Staff tried very hard. Waitress
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Staff tried very hard. Waitress was excellent and helped us to dicepher the menu."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Frida
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Luke Warm Dining Experience
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food. Service was rushed. Server wanted to take our orders immediately. Ambiance poor. The restaurant lacks personality."
Dined on 01/03/2013
2010
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Review 14 for Frida
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
No third chances
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our second time at Frida. My fiance wanted to go back for the duck tacos, which he claims are amazing. I am a vegetarian, and unfortunately, there are only 3 non-meat options on the menu. Not wanting to have the same dish I had last time, I opted for the tamale. After about 10 minutes, the server returned and told me that there were in fact no tamales that night, and so I asked for the third option - Chiles Rellenos. This was the WORST dish I have ever eaten. It was tasteless and watery, no spice, very little flavour to the chile, and stuffed with too much cheese. Very disapointing. After my order, I overheard another customer asking for vegetarian options, and she was told they were now out of chiles as well."
Dined on 12/02/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic
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Review 15 for Frida
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
WiFi for customers (and not
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"WiFi for customers (and not just for the owner(s)!) sure would be a nice touch. It would also have been nice to have been able to try the buñelos which were on the Winterlicious menu."
Dined on 13/02/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Frida
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Bummer Mexican
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Well the restaurant was cold in terms of temperature. The Margaritas were acidic and cheap tasting, too little for $14.00 a drink. Yes the Guacamole with good yet not the best I have ever had.Overall out of 5 stars I would rate this experience as a 2.5 out of 5."
Dined on 23/01/2013
2007
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Frida
Based on the average of (22) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate