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25 Liberty
A contemporary classic -- a warm, intimate chef-owned dining room and craft cocktail bar in a landmark Liberty Village building. Our approachable, thoughtfully chosen wine list features an extensive selection of wines by the glass. Attentive, engaging service and a large bustling patio make 25 Liberty a neighborhood destination for lunch, brunch and dinner.
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55 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 55 reviews
5 stars
(24)
4 stars
(27)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(38)
- neighborhood gem(35)
- great for brunch(17)
- romantic(12)
- special occasion(12)
- good for groups(11)
25 Liberty Reviews List
Review 1 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really enjoyed taking my mother here for Mother's Day Brunch. Atmosphere wss exciting and the food was fsbulous! Prices were definitely reasonable. I am looking forward to going back for dinner!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice warm springtime lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our outdoor lunch experience was lovely
Split the romaine salad for app
Was tasty and crispy used homemade bacon
Lamb Shepperds pie and grilled cheese sandwich fantastic with the right about of gruyere cheese
Service good albeit a bit hectic at times as server was very busy
Overall positive
Would return"
Split the romaine salad for app
Was tasty and crispy used homemade bacon
Lamb Shepperds pie and grilled cheese sandwich fantastic with the right about of gruyere cheese
Service good albeit a bit hectic at times as server was very busy
Overall positive
Would return"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Brunch Spot
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A friend and I were looking for a place to have brunch that was within walking distance of the finish of the Toronto half marathon. The reviews I read were very positive and so was our experience. The food was great- we both had the scrambled eggs with brie and spinach (delicious!) and it came with several sides (toast, salad, potatoes, fruit, and choice of meat (e.g. bacon, merguez sausage). The coffee was very good and I also had a Stiegel Radler (a low alcohol "grapefruit" beer)- very refreshing. The servers were very attentive and friendly. I highly recommend it and I will be back (maybe after the Sporting Life 10K?)"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Welcome to Liberty Village
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Foodies will be flocking to Liberty for not only great brunch options at Mildred's and School, but a fabulous new menu at 25 Liberty (and of course Liberty Beer). Thanks Dan very much for opening up and creating more options for the discerning palate."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 5 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Although the food was good, every dish had too much sause and the same sause! The gnocchi was cooked to perfection but had a sour taste. And the appetizers took too long. Drink menu was very good. And every dish contained some for of mushrooms, which I couldn't eat: not much creativity. Wait staff was tremendous!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Another Foodie location in Liberty
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"25 Liberty is becoming another Liberty Village Foodie destination.
Congrats Dan."
Congrats Dan."
Dined on 26/04/2013
2009
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Review 7 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great brunch option
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Although we live in the area, this was our first visit to 25 Liberty. First great thing is that they accept reservations for brunch which makes it o much easier than having to wait in line, especially when you have a group of people. Their brunch menu is great - lots of options even for gluten-free diners - and a decent value for the prices. Presentation was good and food was flavorful. Would definitely return for brunch and looking forward to trying them out for dinner."
Dined on 14/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A rainy Tuesday night in Liberty
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A rainy Tuesday night in Liberty Village, and at the end of my meal, when my pregnant friend had to go home to her husband the car, I was the only one in the restaurant. Not to fear, Kyle behind the bar and Joel took really good care of me. Citizens of Liberty Village - go to 25 Liberty! Don't let a wonderful place like this go deadpool like LV places tend to. Phenomenal knowledge behind the bar and in the kitchen (though I didn't have the pleasure of meeting ALL the staff). I had a wonderful seared Ahi Tuna paired with a crisp white by the glass. Looking forward to maybe trying out the brunch menu or a cold bevvie on the patio in the future."
Dined on 09/04/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 9 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Creative menu combinations
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Creative menu combinations - food is wonderfully prepared and presented. Interesting cocktails to enjoy before dinner. Very friendly and efficient service."
Dined on 27/03/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Have always loved the room at this location. However the food was mediocre...would go back perhaps for coffee and dessert or maybe a salad but nothing more. And only for the ambiance, definitely not the food. The menu boasts a great deal which is extremely misleading."
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Review 11 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A true gem in Liberty Village
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Found 25 Liberty while searching online for a place to celebrate my boyfriends birthday. Beautiful, quant restaurant. The service was attentive, friendly and knowledgable. The group of us all work in the industry and have become rather picky when it comes to our experiences eating out. The bartender and server went over and beyond to provide impeccable service and an all-round wonderful evening. We were all so impressed! On top of it all, the food was incredible. So glad we found this gem of a restaurant. We will definitely be back! Thank you 25 Liberty for making my boyfriend's birthday. :)"
Dined on 23/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 12 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good Food with just OK ambiance
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We arrived very early on a Saturday night and unfortunately the soccer group was still in the lounge at the bar. It was initially very noisey and the staff was oblivious to the fact it was not conducive to a nice meal. The food was excellent. The decor and ambiance just ok. It appears 25 Liberty is trying to be more than it should be. It would be better to consider itself as a more casual neighbourhood eatery as opposed to a high end establishment that caters to the local soccer group."
Dined on 23/03/2013
2011
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Review 13 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Quite a neighbourhood gem!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Quite a neighbourhood gem! Cosy, airy with high ceiling and homey feel. Staff is friendly and serving - entree is HUGE. My husband & i both oordered the special - lamb ribs and cornish hen combo - very tasty but we shared one entree together and packaged the other! We'll be back ....."
Dined on 22/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
25 Liberty is a welcome addition
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"25 Liberty is a welcome addition to Liberty Village.
Well done Dan."
Well done Dan."
Dined on 21/03/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 15 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Acoustics could use a little
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Acoustics could use a little tweaking. Food and service was excellent for our brunch"
Dined on 17/03/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 16 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our third time at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our third time at the restaurant with friends and once again the food and service was great. We will definitely be back for many more brunches."
Dined on 17/03/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 17 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Toronto Life says that this
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Toronto Life says that this is a two star rating! No way! Overall this is a full five stars in my opinion. The menu is terrific and the dishes were also delicious. Hearty winter meals of short ribs and lamb shank helped overcome our winter revisited blues and the seafood pasta dish was spicy and spectacular. Service was friendly and efficient.
I heartily recommend 25 Liberty! My friends all enjoyed it as well."
Dined on 15/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
25 Liberty was a pleasant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"25 Liberty was a pleasant surprise. We discovered it quite by chance as we had headed out to Mildred's Temple Kitchen for brunch but the wait for a table was 45 minutes - I'm not into line ups. We walked down the street and there was 25 Liberty. The brunch was excellent, the portions more than generous, freshly, in-house made juices, good value and lovely service. We enjoyed ourselves so much another group of us headed back a few days later for dinner. The same experience. The kitchen accommodated changes to suite individual needs and the food was excellent. This has become one of my new go-to places."
Dined on 13/03/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Gem in an out-of-the-way spot
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was fabulous: inventive, beautifully prepared and presented. The service was attentive and friendly. Liberty Village is a bit out of the way for me, but I'd happily visit this restaurant again and recommend it to friends."
Dined on 08/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 20 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fantastic ambiance. Great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic ambiance. Great service and knowledgeable staff. Have already recommended it to everyone I know and can't wait to try them for brunch."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 21 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabulous experience superior
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fabulous experience superior food, scallops, lamb, and halibut. Service was excellent. will now be a regular!!!"
Dined on 14/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Personable with Great Kitchen & Bar
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a lovely time at 25 LIberty. Started with their original cocktails. My wife had the diver scallops and I had the Thai Spice soup for Appetizers. She had the potato encrusted halibut and I had venison, both special mains. During dinner, we switched to wine and beer from an excellent but approachable selection. For dessert we shared the sticky toffee pudding and had a spirit before heading home.
Reservation was for 6:30 and we were seated promptly. We commented that it seemed almost un popular until we went to the washroom and noticed even seat taken. Nicely personal feeling even when full. We did have a sense of it getting busy because our dessert took some time, but the staff was very kind about taking care of that. Will return."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was absolutely delicious adn I was dining with a Chef friend who was wowed. The service impeccable. Thanks you"
Dined on 12/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely Brunch Spot!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my second visit. The other was arranged by a friend. I love the location, the menu is simple but delish. The service was cheerful and attentive. Had brunch and I can say that I have loved everything so far that has come out of the kitchen for Brunch service.
The place does get busier closer to noon, I would reco that you use the OpenTable application on their website to book.
Will go again, my friend loved it as much as I did. She will be back for sure with our without me."
The place does get busier closer to noon, I would reco that you use the OpenTable application on their website to book.
Will go again, my friend loved it as much as I did. She will be back for sure with our without me."
Dined on 27/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 25 for 25 Liberty
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hidden gem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We decided to dine at 25 Liberty based on the open table reviews we read and we were absolutely impressed that not only were the stellar reviews accurate, but that we walked by this LV hidden gem for the last 4 months without stopping in.
Service was impeccable, food was delicious and the setting was quiet and intimate. We will definitely be going back and recommend this to friends!!"
Service was impeccable, food was delicious and the setting was quiet and intimate. We will definitely be going back and recommend this to friends!!"
Dined on 25/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for 25 Liberty
Based on the average of (30) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate