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Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Situated in the heart of the Financial District, Vertical is located on the mezzanine level of Canada's tallest building, First Canadian Place. Vertical features a 75 seat dining room, two private dining rooms and a separate bar|lounge featuring a stunning 40-foot sandstone bar top. The gorgeous patio overlooks the King Street parkette and waterfall.
The ingredient-driven seasonal menus of Chef Giacomo Pasquini draw inspiration from the diverse regions of Italy. Fresh handmade pasta, whole grilled fish, and naturally raised local beef are specialties of Vertical. The wine list is a compilation of passionate producers who we feel grow varietals that best express their region. The list is focused in Italy, complemented by the New World regions of Canada, Australia, Argentina, California and New Zealand.
Complimentary parking for dinner guests is available in First Canadian Place after 5pm. Take the elevator to the 'mezzanine level'.
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The ingredient-driven seasonal menus of Chef Giacomo Pasquini draw inspiration from the diverse regions of Italy. Fresh handmade pasta, whole grilled fish, and naturally raised local beef are specialties of Vertical. The wine list is a compilation of passionate producers who we feel grow varietals that best express their region. The list is focused in Italy, complemented by the New World regions of Canada, Australia, Argentina, California and New Zealand.
Complimentary parking for dinner guests is available in First Canadian Place after 5pm. Take the elevator to the 'mezzanine level'.
72 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 72 reviews
5 stars
(20)
4 stars
(47)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for lunch(36)
- fit for foodies(30)
- good for groups(22)
- notable wine list(21)
- special occasion(17)
- vibrant bar scene(11)
Vertical Restaurant & Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great fresh food. Service was good. Bustling, up-scale, lunch spot"
Dined on 6/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food and the atmosphere were both fantastic. I would definitely dine here again."
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Downtown luxury at suburban prices
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I took two friends from out of town - who travel extensively - for dinner at Vertical. The food and ambience were both world class. The chef has a mastery of pasta and risotto, and the wine list was presented in a very knowledgable manner. All three din.ers would not only return again to Vertical but will recommend it to friends either living in or visiting Toronto. The free parking is an added bonus"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 4 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Business lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good food and service in an atmosphere suitable for private discussion undisturbed by noise."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 5 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Predictable but good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Vertical is what you would expect from a restaurant in the financial district. No more, no less."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: good for groups, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Don't let the financial district deter you from having dinner here, our dinner was exceptional. It was on a Friday night, so the restaurant area was almost empty, but the bar & patio were rocking. So was the food, the lobster pasta was done perfectly el dente and very tasty. The orato and branzino fish mains, were both done perfectly, again very tasty. Wine list is varied and not over-priced. Returning to try the other pastas."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 7 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Fantastic Dining Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Having 37 years experience in the hospitality industry as a Executive Chef and F&B Manager I would highly recommend Vertical. We were a party of six and from start to finish our dining experience was excellent. We will not hesitate to go back."
Dined on 18/04/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I have been to Vertical many
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have been to Vertical many times over the years, but would say that in the past 6 to 9 months the menu has improved dramatically. Service, ambiance, and the finishes at Vertical have always been excellent, but now the menu has caught up nicely and is verging on being the highlight. Going there for lunch today, and although it will be my third time at Vertical in as many days, I am looking forward to it!"
Dined on 16/04/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 9 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was amazing and a more
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was amazing and a more refined ambiance for condutting a business lunch. Good service"
Dined on 09/04/2013
2009
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 10 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great dinner before concert at ACC
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We opted to eat at Vertical before Muse concert at ACC and gave ourselves an hour-and-a-half for a nice dinner. Although starters were a bit slow to come out, everything else arrived promptly. I had a lovely beet salad and white tuna tartar, and my husband had excellent beef carpaccio with black truffle foam (delicious!), and veal pappardelle that he enjoyed very much. Cheese plate for dessert was a great finish as 2 out of 3 cheeses were superb. Meanwhile I indulged in a glass of 1998 port accompanied by a truffle. We really liked that the restaurant was divided into sections with different noise/music levels so we appreciated being in a quiet space that was nicely decorated and well laid out. A free parking was a bonus."
Dined on 09/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, but really small
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food, but really small portions!!"
Dined on 02/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
the perfect place to meet
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"the perfect place to meet an old friend for catching up."
Dined on 28/03/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Inattentive service. Mediocre
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Inattentive service. Mediocre food."
Dined on 20/03/2013
2013
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Review 14 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We are from Ottawa and this
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We are from Ottawa and this was our 3rd visit to Vertical. The food is definately worth the 5 hour drive!! The ravioli with parsnip and chickpeas was incredible. The whole branzino impeccably prepared My husband had a lovely kale and brussel sprout salad and then a pasta with sausage that was delicious. Shared an ethereal cheesecake for dessert. Excellent list of wines by the glass. Service was warm and informative. Would vote for this chef for Top Chef Canada!!"
Dined on 15/03/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 15 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It was good but not fantastic.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was good but not fantastic. We had a friendly helpful waiter and were not rushed which is important."
Dined on 12/03/2013
2012
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Review 16 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service is always excellent.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service is always excellent. Food is well presented and delicious. Wine list is mainly Italian."
Dined on 06/03/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Perfect business lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Several restaurants have occupied this spacious yet tucked away spot in First Canadian Place but Vertical seems to have really hit the mark for the business audience they principally serve in the Toronto Financial district. The menu offers inspired choices and my selection of the Chestnut Rabbit pasta proved deliciously rewarding. The service was efficient and while respectful of business lunch time constraints also allowed my associate and I to enjoy a leisurely lunch, concluding with an artistically finished cappuccino. I hope Vertical has a very long run here!"
Dined on 25/02/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We went to Vertical for Valentine's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to Vertical for Valentine's day dinner, and the food was decent, yet service was terrible. Because we did not order any wine or appetizer, there is a noticeable difference in the attentiveness we received from the server than the table beside us. We weren't given any bread while we wait for our food while the table beside us got plenty. No one came by to see how we are doing, the worst is we did not even get a thank you at all. We would never recommend this restaurant to anyone strictly because of the poor service."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2012
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Vertical Restaurant & Bar
Based on the average of (54) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
12 out of 12 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic