# The Carbon Bar - Complete Knowledge Base

> The Carbon Bar is an elegant Queen East dining room in downtown Toronto serving Canadian oysters, classic cocktails, seafood, and live-fire BBQ. Private dining for 12 to 250 guests at 99 Queen St East.

## Essential information

- **Full name**: The Carbon Bar
- **Type**: Restaurant - Oyster bar, cocktail bar, live-fire BBQ, private dining venue
- **Cuisine**: Seafood, cocktails, barbecue, Canadian
- **Price range**: $$$
- **Location**: 99 Queen St East, Toronto, ON M5C 1S1, Canada
- **Neighbourhood**: Downtown Toronto, Queen East at Church Street
- **Coordinates**: 43.652791 N, 79.375518 W
- **Phone**: (416) 947-7000
- **General email**: info@thecarbonbar.ca
- **Private events email**: reservations@thecarbonbar.ca
- **Website**: https://www.thecarbonbar.ca
- **OpenTable**: https://www.opentable.ca/r/the-carbon-bar-toronto-2
- **Instagram**: https://www.instagram.com/thecarbonbar/

## Hours of operation

| Day | Hours |
|-----|-------|
| Sunday | 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Monday - Thursday | 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM |

- **Happy hour**: Daily 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (oyster and cocktail specials at the bar; walk-ins welcome)
- **Half-price oysters**: All night every Tuesday
- **Discover The Carbon Bar**: Sunday and Monday evenings only; three courses for $69 per person with a complimentary glass of Prosecco

## Current menu guidance

The current guest-facing menus are published directly on the website. Use these as the canonical sources for restaurant menu information:

- **Dinner, drinks, happy hour, and zero-proof**: https://www.thecarbonbar.ca/menu.html

### November dinner highlights

- **Seafood**: Canadian oysters, hamachi crudo, garlic butter shrimp, seafood platter
- **Starters and salads**: roasted pear salad, smoked bacon Caesar, burnt ends kimchi ssam, Korean fried cauliflower, blistered shishitos, brisket empanadas
- **Plates**: Piri Piri BBQ chicken, smoked eggplant parmigiana, smoked brisket pappardelle, The Carbon Burger, The Turkey Burger, Nadya's Creole salmon
- **Pit smoked**: Smoked beef brisket, St. Louis cut pork ribs, pitmaster platter, steak frites
- **Sides**: Collard greens, hand-cut fries, coleslaw, mac n' cheese, pit baked beans, jalapeno cheddar cornbread
- **Cocktails**: Pit Fired Old Fashioned, Black Mamba Margarita, Smokin' Manhattan, Raised By Wolves, Tokyo Breeze, French Connection, The Avery Punch, Hot Commodity, Coastal Martini, Ube The Law, The Commitment, red or white sangria
- **Happy hour**: Daily 3-5pm; oyster specials, feature cocktails, wine, and bar bites
- **Zero proof**: Non-alcoholic cocktails, brewed teas, ferments, sodas, N/A beer and wine, and N/A spirits
- **Discover The Carbon Bar (Sunday and Monday dinners only)**: K.F.C. and smoked bacon Caesar, the Discover Platter (smoked pork ribs, prime beef brisket and pulled pork), and Kentucky Derby Pie; $69 per person with a welcome glass of Prevedello Asolo Superiore Extra Dry Prosecco


## Reservations FAQ

**How do I make a reservation?**
Book online via OpenTable on the reserve page for instant confirmation, or call (416) 947-7000. Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially Thursday through Saturday evenings.

**Do I need a reservation or can I walk in?**
The dining room books quickly on weekend evenings - reservations recommended. The bar always welcomes walk-ins, including during happy hour (3-5pm daily).

**Can I book for a large group?**
Parties of 12+ should contact the private dining team. Spaces include The Green Room (28 seated), Chef's Table (12), The Lounge (semi-private), and full buyouts up to 250 standing. Email reservations@thecarbonbar.ca or visit the Groups page.

**Where is the restaurant?**
99 Queen St East, Toronto, ON M5C 1S1 - corner of Queen and Church. Closest TTC: Queen Station, about a 5 minute walk west.

## Private dining FAQ

**How many guests can you accommodate?**
Up to 250 standing for a full restaurant buyout. The Green Room seats 28 or hosts 40 standing. Chef's Table hosts 12. The Lounge fits various semi-private group sizes.

**Is there a private dining room?**
Yes - The Green Room is a fully private upstairs space with sound barrier curtain, 60-inch TV with HDMI, private wine bar, balcony overhang, dimmable lights, and dedicated server. Up to 28 seated or 40 standing.

**Do you host corporate events?**
Yes - corporate dinners, team celebrations, client events, launch parties, holiday gatherings, and private lunches. The team handles menu selection, room setup, AV, and beverage packages.

**What group menus are available?**
Three prix fixe group menus (Experience, Experience Plus, Full Experience) plus Classic, Premium, Mix & Match, and food station menus for standing receptions. Current group menus are viewable online at https://www.thecarbonbar.ca/group-menus.html.

## Event spaces

| Space | Capacity | Notes |
|-------|----------|-------|
| The Green Room | 28 seated / 40 standing | Fully private upstairs; AV, wine bar, balcony |
| Chef's Table | 12 guests | Intimate chef-led experience |
| The Lounge | Variable | Semi-private configuration |
| Full buyout | Up to 250 standing | Entire restaurant |

## Pages

- Home: https://www.thecarbonbar.ca/
- Menu: https://www.thecarbonbar.ca/menu.html
- Reserve: https://www.thecarbonbar.ca/reserve.html
- Groups / private dining: https://www.thecarbonbar.ca/groups.html
- Group menus: https://www.thecarbonbar.ca/group-menus.html
- Catering: https://www.thecarbonbar.ca/catering.html (off-site Carbon Bar catering is handled by The Social Catering & Co. at info@thesocialcatering.com)
- Visit / directions: https://www.thecarbonbar.ca/visit.html
- Order: https://www.thecarbonbar.ca/order.html
- Gift cards: https://www.thecarbonbar.ca/gift-cards.html
- Gallery: https://www.thecarbonbar.ca/gallery.html

## November 2026 beverage menu


### Cocktails

- Pit Fired Old Fashioned: $16. House-smoked Pike Creek Canadian Whisky, Sortilege, Angostura bitters. 3 oz.
- Black Mamba Margarita: $18. Charcoal-infused Olmeca Altos Plata, St. Germain, lime, orange bitters. 3 oz.
- The Smokin' Manhattan: $15. Tobacco-infused Lot 40 Rye, Dolin Rouge, Angostura bitters. 3 oz.
- Raised By Wolves: $18. Pike Creek Canadian Whisky, Sailor Jerry, chili syrup, Amaro Nonino, basil, lime, salt bitters. 3 oz.
- Tokyo Breeze: $16. Citrus-infused Absolut vodka, Soho, jasmine syrup, soda, Prosecco, pomegranate seeds. 1.5 oz.
- The Commitment: $100. 600 ml decanter. Serves 8 Old Fashioneds. Pike Creek Canadian Whisky, turbinado, Angostura bitters.
- French Connection: $24. Hennessy Cognac, Domaine de Canton, crème de violette, St-Germain, coffee bitters, espresso air. 2.25 oz.
- The Avery Punch: $17. Clarified milk punch. Absolut Tabasco vodka, Amaro Montenegro, pineapple, passion fruit, lime, Thai basil, green peppercorn. 2 oz.
- Hot Commodity: $23. Served hot. Pike Creek Canadian Whisky, Luxardo, cola syrup, clarified citrus, cinnamon and cardamom bitters, oak smoke. 1.75 oz.
- Coastal Martini: $18. Toasted jasmine rice gin, fino sherry, dry vermouth, sake, kombu, yuzu bitters, absinthe rinse. 2.5 oz.
- Ube The Law: $18. Lemongrass and makrut lime cachaça, Bianco vermouth, coconut, ube foam. 2.5 oz.
- Sangria Red: $15. 6 oz. Red wine, grapefruit, grape brandy, fresh fruits, cinnamon.
- Sangria White: $15. 6 oz. White wine, orange, peach apricot brandy, fresh fruits.

### Wine by the glass

- Prevedello Asolo Prosecco Superiore: $12. Prosecco. 5 oz 12; Bottle 50.
- Dal Bello Asolo Montello - Veneto, Italy: $14. Pinot Grigio. 5 oz 14; 9 oz 20; Bottle 55.
- Maison Mahaut - Burgundy, France: $18. Chardonnay. 5 oz 18; 9 oz 24; Bottle 70.
- Stoneleigh Latitude - Marlborough, NZ: $16. Sauvignon Blanc. 5 oz 16; 9 oz 22; Bottle 55.
- Panizzi - San Gimignano, Italy: $17. Vernaccia. 5 oz 17; 9 oz 23; Bottle 60.
- Le Triporteur - France: $15. Rosé. 5 oz 15; 9 oz 21; Bottle 55.
- Dal Bello Asolo Montello - Veneto, Italy: $15. Cabernet Sauvignon. 5 oz 15; 9 oz 21; Bottle 55.
- Pellehaut - Côtes de Gascogne, France: $17. Pinot Noir. 5 oz 17; 9 oz 23; Bottle 65.
- Chianti Colli Senesi - Tuscany, Italy: $16. Sangiovese. 5 oz 16; 9 oz 22; Bottle 60.
- Tomàs Cusiné Llebre - Spain: $17. Tempranillo. 5 oz 17; 9 oz 23; Bottle 65.
- Dal Bello Rosso Asolo - Veneto, Italy: $18. Blend. 5 oz 18; 9 oz 24; Bottle 70.

### Sparkling wine

- Luc Belaire Bleu - Bourgogne, France: $110. Sparkling. Bottle.
- Luc Belaire Rare Rosé - Provence, France: $110. Sparkling Rosé. Bottle.
- Constantine Blanc De Noir - Champagne, France: $150. Brut. Bottle.
- Moët & Chandon Imperial: $210. Brut. Bottle.
- Moët & Chandon Rosé Imperial: $250. Brut Rosé. Bottle.

### White wine

- 2024 Vigné-Lourac - Occitanie, France: $65. Sauvignon Blanc. Bottle 65; Wine Down Thursday 60.
- 2024 Sancerre Blanc Corty - Loire, France: $105. Sauvignon Blanc. Bottle 105; Wine Down Thursday 95.
- 2025 Pierre Tailleur de Vins - Pays d’Oc, France: $65. Chardonnay. Bottle 65; Wine Down Thursday 55.
- 2023 Chablis “Les Vénérables” - Burgundy, France: $90. Chardonnay. Bottle 90; Wine Down Thursday 80.
- 2023 Domaine du Chardonnay - Burgundy, France: $95. Chardonnay. Bottle 95; Wine Down Thursday 90.
- 2025 Giorgio & Gianni - Veneto, Italy: $55. Pinot Grigio. Bottle 55; Wine Down Thursday 45.
- 2025 Ca’ Montini - Trentino Alto Adige, Italy: $80. Pinot Grigio. Bottle 80; Wine Down Thursday 70.
- 2023 Anselmi San Vincenzo - Veneto, Italy: $60. Garganega. Bottle 60; Wine Down Thursday 50.
- 2022 Jasci & Marchesani - Abruzzo, Italy: $65. Trebbiano. Bottle 65; Wine Down Thursday 55.
- 2021 Southbrook Triomphe Orange Wine - VQA Ontario: $65. Vidal/Chardonnay. Bottle 65; Wine Down Thursday 55.
- 2023 Forstreiter - Kremstal, Austria: $75. Grüner Veltliner. Bottle 75; Wine Down Thursday 70.
- 2022 Vulkà Etna Bianco - Sicilia, Italy: $75. Carricante. Bottle 75; Wine Down Thursday 65.
- 2022 Domaine de l’Ecu “Classic” - Loire, France: $85. Muscadet. Bottle 85; Wine Down Thursday 80.

### Red wine

- 2022 Excellence - Languedoc, France: $35. Blend. Bottle 35; Wine Down Thursday 30.
- 2025 Tierra Del Fuego - Valle del Maule, Chile: $55. Cabernet Sauvignon. Bottle 55; Wine Down Thursday 45.
- 2023 Felino - Mendoza, Argentina: $60. Cabernet Sauvignon. Bottle 60; Wine Down Thursday 50.
- 2021 Southbrook Triomphe - Niagara: $65. Cabernet Sauvignon. Bottle 65; Wine Down Thursday 55.
- 2020 Chateau Pierrail Bordeaux Superieur - France: $75. Bordeaux. Bottle 75; Wine Down Thursday 70.
- 2022 Norman Hardie - VQA Prince Edward County, Canada: $90. Cabernet Franc. Bottle 90; Wine Down Thursday 80.
- 2023 KiMu Wines First Crush - Niagara Escarpment: $70. Pinot Noir. Bottle 70; Wine Down Thursday 60.
- 2024 Bosco del Merlo Pinot Nero - Friuli, Italy: $75. Pinot Noir. Bottle 75; Wine Down Thursday 65.
- 2022 Astrolabe - Marlborough, New Zealand: $80. Pinot Noir. Bottle 80; Wine Down Thursday 65.
- 2021 Southbrook Laundry Vineyard - Lincoln Lakeshore, ON: $100. Pinot Noir. Bottle 100; Wine Down Thursday 80.
- 2020 Campo Viejo Reserva - Rioja, Spain: $55. Tempranillo. Bottle 55; Wine Down Thursday 45.
- 2024 Jasci & Marchesani - Abruzzo, Italy: $60. Montepulciano. Bottle 60; Wine Down Thursday 55.
- 2024 Ghiaccio Forte - Morellino di Scansano, Italy: $65. Sangiovese. Bottle 65; Wine Down Thursday 60.
- 2023 Le Pas de la Beaume - Côtes du Rhône, France: $65. Grenache/Syrah. Bottle 65; Wine Down Thursday 60.
- 2023 Case Vecie Valpolicella Superiore - Veneto, Italy: $70. Corvina. Bottle 70; Wine Down Thursday 60.
- 2019 Siglo Rioja Crianza - Rioja, Spain: $70. Tempranillo. Bottle 70; Wine Down Thursday 60.
- 2024 Cantine Nicosia Nerello Mascalese - Sicilia, Italy: $75. Nerello Mascalese. Bottle 75; Wine Down Thursday 65.
- 2022 Casa Rojo Machoman - Murcia, Spain: $85. Monastrell. Bottle 85; Wine Down Thursday 70.
- 2023 Nr 7 - Weinland, Austria: $90. Blaufränkisch. Bottle 90; Wine Down Thursday 75.
- 2022 Capotondo Chianti Classico - Chianti, Italy: $90. Chianti Classico. Bottle 90; Wine Down Thursday 75.
- 2023 Vulkà Etna Rosso - Sicilia, Italy: $95. Nerello Mascalese. Bottle 95; Wine Down Thursday 80.
- 2022 Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepuciano - Tuscany, Italy: $100. Sangiovese. Bottle 100; Wine Down Thursday 90.
- 2021 Casa Rojo Tintafina - Ribera del Duero, Spain: $110. Tinto Fino. Bottle 110; Wine Down Thursday 100.
- 2023 Castello Romitorio “Brio” - Tuscany, Italy: $120. Tuscan IGT. Bottle 120; Wine Down Thursday 105.
- 2023 Bibi Graetz Soffocone - Tuscany, Italy: $250. Sangiovese. Bottle 250; Wine Down Thursday 225.
- 2022 Bruno Rocca Barbaresco - Piemonte, Italy: $275. Nebbiolo. Bottle 275; Wine Down Thursday 250.
- 2020 Castello Romitorio, Brunello di Montalcino - Italy: $300. Brunello. Bottle 300; Wine Down Thursday 260.

### Draft beer & cider

- Carbon Bar Lager: $11. Draft.
- Carbon Bar Lite: $11. Draft.
- Somersby Apple Cider: $12. Draft.
- Carlsberg Pilsner: $12. Draft.
- Woodhouse IPA: $12. Draft.
- Junction Craft Hazy IPA: $12. Draft.
- Kronenbourg 1664 Lager: $12. Draft.
- Kronenbourg 1664 Blanc: $12. Draft.

### Bottles & cans

- Woodhouse Raspberry Sour: $10. Bottle or can.
- Somersby Blackberry Cider: $10. Bottle or can.
- Batch: 1904 Cider: $10. Bottle or can.
- Negra Modelo: $9. Bottle or can.
- Corona: $9. Bottle or can.
- Peroni 0%: $9. Bottle or can.
- Asahi 0%: $9. Bottle or can.