The Senator

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Stay tuned for updates, and thank you for your interest and support. 1860-1929

The house at 249 Victoria Street that was to become the SENATOR, Toronto's oldest restaurant, dates back to the 19th century. The origins of the property can be traced to the earliest records that were kept by the Town of York, when the area east of Yonge St. was a working class residential neighborhood and Dundas was

named Wilton. Representative of the homes built in that era is the historic MACKENZIE HOUSE, circa 1859, on Bond Street, now a popular tourist attraction. At the beginning of the last century, Victoria St. developed into a commercial thoroughfare and the centre for the jewelry trade and in 1926 the property was purchased by the Salvation Army.

1984-2005

In this period, the SENATOR expanded from a family restaurant into one of the most renowned hospitality operations in the city. The adjacent property earned worldwide acclaim as the Senator Steakhouse and the Top O'The Senator jazz club from 1989-2005. A sister restaurant to the diner, The Famous, is now in operation in the Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Now in our 76TH year of operation in the same location, we honour everyone - our longtime staff, suppliers and clientele alike - who have contributed to our success. We take constant pride in the traditions and commitment to this family business, which will continue on for generations. The SENATOR began as a home and remains one to our many valued friends and customers.

“Rainy day at the Senator, Toronto” an oil painting by Marilyn Goslin
06/11/2026

“Rainy day at the Senator, Toronto” an oil painting by Marilyn Goslin

… And so concludes another week of busy services! We are proud to continue serving the community we love after nearly 80...
06/08/2026

… And so concludes another week of busy services! We are proud to continue serving the community we love after nearly 80 years!!

Stop by this week for a drink, some food, or pop in to say hi! Open Tuesday to Saturday 5:00pm-8:00pm, and brunch Saturday & Sunday 9:00am-2:00pm. See you soon Xx.

Dinner is calling… 📞 Walk-ins welcome or book a table at senatorrestaurant@rogers.com
05/26/2026

Dinner is calling… 📞

Walk-ins welcome or book a table at [email protected]

The classic done right 🍸
05/20/2026

The classic done right 🍸

Happy Long Weekend!! Join us for brunch 9:30am - 2pm
05/17/2026

Happy Long Weekend!! Join us for brunch 9:30am - 2pm

Welcome home Toronto - proudly serving for over 75 years!! #1948
05/13/2026

Welcome home Toronto - proudly serving for over 75 years!!

#1948

Friday Night Fine 🍷✨
05/08/2026

Friday Night Fine 🍷✨

05/05/2026

You’re favourite local - established in 1929

A closer look at your weekend plans!! Open for brunch Saturday and Sunday 9:30am - 2pm. See you there
05/01/2026

A closer look at your weekend plans!! Open for brunch Saturday and Sunday 9:30am - 2pm. See you there

An end to another busy week!! We will see you Tuesday - Saturday for dinner service and Saturday & Sunday for brunch. P...
04/27/2026

An end to another busy week!! We will see you Tuesday - Saturday for dinner service and Saturday & Sunday for brunch.

Please email [email protected] for reservations, otherwise pop in and say hi!!

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249 Victoria Street
Toronto, ON
M5B1T8

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