The Bottom Line

Went after a blue jay game. Sat at the bar. Girls were doing a shot of Jack Daniels twice. You can tell that they were drunk. Not the best of service. Food was great had the wings and fish tacos.

I cannot say I’m a fan of this place…
Wandered in post Jays game for a pint. They were somewhat busy, but we had no trouble finding a seat.
Immediately I got a weird vibe about the crowd, lots of very drunk, or maybe just VERY loud people. The laugh so loud everyone looks at them kind.
Secondly, the service was unfortunately basically crap. It was slow, we couldn’t get a glass of water to save our lives, and our server was basically non existent.
Thirdly, there was an advertised mojito special and they were out of mint. Seriously?! Take down the sign then!
Overall this was just not a great place and with so much competition in the area, don’t waste your time!

A convenient location close to Union is the best thing about this place, staff and service was good too come to think of it, however something just didn’t click between The Bottom Line and myself. I get mixed signals about the kind of place this is, I like the spacious interior but then upon spending time in here that same interior and bright lights seem contradictory to what this place wants to be. And what I mean by that is that it feels like The Bottom Line plays pretend to being a cozy pub type atmosphere with games scattered in random disjointed locations, but ends up being lost somewhere in between a Milestones type place and a small intimate pub.
My general feeling of not loving this place wasn’t aided by the pretty loud and annoying crowd that seemed to be in here. You’d think that post game Jays fans would be loud and drunk, but it seemed to be the non-​baseball crowd that was loud and seemed to think the venue was theirs to venture about in. This of course goes back to my earlier point of the random spots the pub decided to place bar games, we had drunk people wandering around being loud.
We split a three cheese pizza, which was good so gotta hand it to them for that, realistically I could see myself coming back here because it is so convenient to a commuter like me to have a place for decently priced (they have drink specials) drinks before taking the bus/​train back in to the burbs from Union.
The Bottom Line: Of course I could have come at a pretty unfortunate night, and it could be a nice quiet spot for a drink on most nights.

Guinness was sold out when we got here, no cider on tap. Service was great, friendly and came by often. Ordered a steak and it was very thin. Cooked to medium rare but paper thin.
Overall, for down town Toronto, you can do a lot better for this price.

Dropped by after the Leafs vs. Wild game March 3^rd around 10ish. Bar was full. Half the high tops had people at them. One table of two in the other room. Not busy enough to warrant terrible food and service. Two bartenders serving with one support staff running food. Still took 7 minutes for anyone to take the order. With impatience and eye rolling. My favourite kind of service. Asked for an appetizer recommendation — bartender suggested calamari. The calamari arrived hot and the guy who ran the food was really friendly but nothing else about it was good. Uniform (clearly frozen from a bag) rings over-​fried which turned soggy after 2 minutes. Served with lime instead of lemon which was weird. Dip was basically mayo. Ate a few and left the rest. Bartender eventually did a table check and we politely expressed that the calamari was terrible. She seemed to acknowledge what was wrong with the app but left it on the bill ($ 15.82) with no further apologies. Avoid this place. Way better food and service a little farther along Front (C’est What, etc.)

Love this place! The food is great, the service is great, it can’t get much better than this! Highly recommend coming here before any game or concert!

Came here for the first time as part of a business lunch. Had the spicy sausage penne recommended and I thought I would like it. I usually don’t like tomato sauce pasta but I do like spicy Italian sausage. I feel like I could make this at home… I wasn’t wow’d at all. Although it wasn’t terrible, for $ 17 I expected more.
The service was also spotty, my glass of water was empty for the longest time.
The good thing is that they have TONS of TVs… So I imagine it would be a great place to catch a game. During lunch hour, they were all playing CP24, but that might’ve just been because there was nothing else to watch.

On the way to a concert at the ACC we were happy to wander upon this place in a rather «dead» zone by Union station. I knew it would probably be more expensive than a local neighborhood spot offering similar fare based on the location, but I had fairly high hopes for the food as it bills itself as a «classy sports bar» and is located near the Fairmont Royal York.
Disclaimer: definitions of «classy» may vary.
The service was good: we were pleasantly greeted at the door, seated right away, and our waitress was prompt, polite and accommodating.
The food was merely okay. I would not define it as a «gastropub» based on the menu.
We started with an order of chicken wings (6 wings, two celery sticks, two carrot sticks) which were quite meaty, but eating them was rather awkward as we weren’t provided with our own plates nor a dish for the bones: just the shared serving platter they came. Plus on and we only had the linen napkins the cut, ery came rolled in to try and mop up the sauce and blue cheese dressing that dripped onto the table (because no plates) and ourselves. I pity the staff member tasked with laundering all the hot sauce out of those napkins. I understand the place is trying for an upscale feel but when serving a relatively messy, finger-​food, pragmatism wins in my book. Wetnaps and paper towels may not be «classy» but neither is chicken grease and sauce all over one’s chin and fingers.
My husband got the burger and fries which were pretty basic but good, plus a great local microbew from the bar’s nice draft selection.
I opted for the roast beef dip with salad. The sandwich itself was decent but the dip accompanying it was not «au jus,» it was incredibly salty gravy and had that telltale «powdered mix» taste — I didn’t finish it, since I didn’t want to be transformed into a desiccated mummy. I just had tap water to drink. Lots of it. Literally four entire glasses. (Did I mention salty dip?) The salad meanwhile was a standard mixed mesclun blend with some grape tomatoes, shredded carrots and cucumber in a light vinaigrette — I mean, it was fine, it was fresh, it was a quality side salad, it tasted perfectly all right: but I wouldn’t describe it as «classy» unless I was writing this review in 1993.
As for the place itself? It’s very clean. It’s quite new. It’s a large space with ample, comfortable seating. I personally didn’t really dig its overall ambience since I don’t consider charcoal grey exactly a «lively» colour. Sure there are big-​screen TVs and music playing, a large bar, games tables and comfy booths but the acoustics were such that I couldn’t really hear the music, television nor even my husband sitting directly across from me — just loud echos of other people talking and clanking cutlery at far-​away tables. It just was too cavern-​like for my taste. Sports bars are supposed to be fun, but the environment at this place seemed a little oppressive and dull to me. Also the bases of the booths appeared to be unpainted particle board. I don’t know what other people consider «classy» but unfinished wood chips ala a semi-​renovated basement rec-​room isn’t my idea of upscale décor.
The two Ladies’ bathrooms were also a little weird. They both were nice and clean, but the lower one was so small that upon entering, I bumped a woman washing her hands with the door, and when I was using the sink someone else coming in hit me with the door. It didn’t have a mirror which was rather annoying. The larger restroom up near the bar did have a mirror, however it was playing some sort of flash ads across it, so my reflection was obscured by animated spots plugging paper towels and budget vacations which was even more annoying. While many bars do have advertisements located intrusively in their bathrooms, it is certainly not classy: it’s the epitome of tacky. Having those advertisements aggressively covering one’s face when one is trying to use the mirror is downright crass.
The verdict: six wings, a burger and fries, a beef sandwich and salad plus one pint came to nearly 70 dollars with tax. Pretty steep given the meal itself, but certainly not atypical for the «tourist trap» element on that section of Front Street. I am not including the $$ we got stuck shelling out 30 minutes later at the ACC for overpriced, bottled water, even though I suspect my meal was probably the cause of my intense thirst. (Did I mention the meat-​infused, concentrated, reduction of possibly the Dead Sea itself served as a dip?)
If you’re stuck downtown and looking for a spacious spot to meet up with people that has a decent drink selection, or want to grab a casual (albiet overpriced) sit-​down dinner before a game, concert or train trip this is a reasonable enough option. But I wouldn’t recommend a special visit here if you are anywhere near another sports bar or pub. Rectangular plates and linen napkins are not enough to designate something as a «classy» establishment.

I love this place. Always feel at home here. The food is good, the service is great. And Wayne the owner is always here to share a beer and a story from his NHL days. Lots of beers on tap, good menu selection and always the best games on the hundred tvs.

Great atmosphere and layout. Service was nonexistent. We had to wait 30 minutes for our server to bring the check.

I loved the Bottom Line! My sister and I were here for some sight seeing. We stumbled by and decided to check it out. It’s a nice place and the food is phenomenal! The wings were amazing! I saw that they were ranked top 2 in all of Toronto and they definitely played the part. They were huge, meaty (not like some places that give you tiny wings) and the sauce was perfect. The blue cheese was good too, just high quality food.
They had a wide variety of food to choose from burgers and wings to Chicken Alfredo. It wasn’t just average bar food, you could tell they make a direct effort to spice things up and make it unique. I had the Chicken Alfredo, it came with diced tomatoes and mushrooms and it didn’t feel like it came from a bar. It was unreal! My sister had the Grilled Cheese with Bacon and tomato with salad on the side. She loved it. They used really good greens that were very fresh and the grilled cheese was awesome. Whenever I make a grilled cheese at home I’m going to use bacon and tomato in it hahaha.
Service was great! We sat at the bar and Roxy took care of us and she was awesome, no complaints at all. She was attentive, quick but also talked to us and made us feel at home.
Overall great joint in the heart of Toronto. Next time Either one of us are here we are definitely going to come back. No doubt in my mind you should check it out. Great spot!

Stopped in for a quick bite before a concert. Food was good, server was pleasant and helpful. Was quite loud, but good.

The good: location and service. A greeter, our waitress — all very nice. They make you feel welcome and the vibe is very friendly.
The bad: food. We had a burger and a curry. Both plain, tasteless and expensive.
Definitely won’t be coming back.

Just no reason to make the Bottom Line a destination. Simply average in every way.
The beer menu includes about 6 – 8 beers — all boring big name beers like Canadian, Bud, Coors light and Rolling Rock. Given the huge trend to craft beer — why not carry at least one option? Or even a decent international brew other than Guinness?
I had the club sandwich. It wasn’t bad but nothing wow’d me. My friend had the burger and came to the same conclusion. On the plus side, food prices were good.
No thanks… many better options in the area.
BK

I agree with the other reviews that attribute the success of this place to its proximity to the downtown core and the expense accounts that come with it.
I enjoyed a modestly sized «large» Cobb salad. Fresh, tasty, and covered by a corporate credit card.

³⁄₅! Good place to go with a large group of coworkers for lunch in the financial district! I recommend the bottom line Cobb salad. The sandwiches are large so can easily be shared.

The classic burger was quite good although I personally would have enjoyed a smaller bun. Excellent asian beef soup, beet salad was great and sliders were as good as the burger. Place is noisy with suits yapping loudly anoutht their business. Service was ok could use for some more attentive serving staff. Lunch for two (no booze) with an appetizer was a bit rich. Just under one hundred with tip.

Me and some friends stopped in here today while we were looking for a quick place to find a drink near Union.
We walked in to this place and thought it would be a smaller pub style place.
The décor was really great, I totally felt under dressed there in just a pair of shorts and a v neck.
The menu wasn’t too big, but it looked pretty varied.
The server told us the specials, and we just each had a pint of sommersby.
It was a cute place, and I definitely want to try it again when we have more time :)
3 stars for now!

Enjoy watching a hockey game during lunch? Me neither.
During my stay at the Fairmont Royal York, finding a place to eat has always been a great pain because I am not accustomed to eating in the financial district. My Grandfather on my Mother’s side was a yuppie and he passed down many discerning characteristics onto me, but he was a businessman who frequented Europe, so Toronto’s yuppie culinary offerings would probably cause unimaginable offence.
Come to think of it, our taste in Women and food are quite alike. He always enjoyed his food made with great delicacy and passion, and he married the Art Deco styled Surgeon General of our hometown.
It was a scorching hot day, and I was in an all seasons suit. I didn’t want to move my car from the scarce valet spots in front of the Royal York, so walking a long distance was out. I could have been called for a tasking at any given time, so taking the TTC to Yorkville was out. I really wanted to go to Azure at the Intercontinental City Centre, but I was alone… dammit I’ll just walk Eastward!
The Bottom Line? Well, the bottom line was that I was hot, and on call. so The Bottom Line it is!
Upon entrance I was horrified, this was a sport bar! Oh NO!
Table for one, the Maitre’D walked me deeper into the restaurant, where it began to look more like a restaurant. Slightly relieved.
Linens, good. Serviettes, good. Relaxing now.
I was the only patron at the dining area, with a few sports fans by the bar glued to the television screens placed randomly throughout the front of house. The place doesn’t look bad, maybe it’s just having a slow day.
I looked at the time, and figured I’d get something simple. Calamari with the fish n’ chips. Took fifteen minutes for my food to arrive, tolerable but for an empty floor? I wanted a cool refreshing beer, but that was against regulations. I ordered a Sprite, but once again I was given the «Is 7UP okay?» One day, just once when a waitress says that to me, I would like to respond with a «NO!» «BITCH!» Then flip the table and walk out. I saw that in an episode of Robot Chicken, and have been tempted ever since. Can you imagine?
The batter was salty, and the chips were dry. The crisp calamari was good though. Light, not too greasy, but would have been better if more spice was used. I would expect dishes that made more of a bold statement here, considering the name of the restaurant.
I can’t say I enjoyed the ambience, but it wasn’t insufferable, despite the sports fans. The service was polite, I think my waitress was Italian. Why did I mention this? Why do you think?
My lunch took exactly one hour. It was beginning to look like the rest of my day should clear up, but I didn’t want to risk it. There was a mini-​bar back at the hotel anyway. This place had high ceilings I kept saying to myself. I wish there was someone else at the dining area for me to look at. The longer I sat here by myself, the more I thought about how odd the idea of restaurants are. Think about it; Eat, sleep, shit. Three of the most primal and private actions performed by Human Beings, Only eating we do in public. We go to a public venue, and put food inside of our bodies in the company of other people doing the same thing. I don’t go outside and poop, and sleeping in hotels is really just in a manner of speaking paying for a sense of privacy. Sleep, poop, that’s embarrassing. There is no shame in eating in public. How odd…
I was bored.
Maybe there’s a sports reference that I am missing, but The Bottom Line is – the name of this place doesn’t make any sense to me.

Hunting for an after work spot (the Keg was too busy), we ended up at the Bottom Line.
The first thing I noticed is how overly bright the lights were.
We’re all tired… we really don’t need to see each other that well…
Please dim the lights, for the sake of your overworked and aging patrons.
And if you happen to be there right before a sporting event at the ACC, the bar has entertainment! .in the form of loud yelling men in jerseys and body paint.
As for the food, not bad.
The Southwestern salad was tasty!
A healthy option, spinach salad lightly dressed, topped with chicken and crispy noodles.
We ordered a dessert to share… a sundae… for 8 dollars???
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