Cold Tea

Bar · Beaconsfield

Cold Tea

Bar · Beaconsfield

1186 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1J6, Canada

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Tucked in an urban mall, this funky hideaway with a backyard patio serves drinks & dumplings.

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"Cold Tea—whose name nods to the Chinese restaurants that would serve beer disguised in teapots afterhours—is so hidden within Kensington Mall that it could almost be called a speakeasy. LED and fluorescent lights gleam on tiled white walls; in the warmer months, the back patio is one of the neighborhood's best places to see and be seen. Kensington's affluent hipsters can't get their fill of Cold Tea's tasty cocktails and dim sum. The cocktails don't take themselves too seriously. La Flama Blanca, a blend of chili-infused tequila, pineapple, and mint, is ideal in summer, and there are a couple of craft brews on tap, too." - Todd Plummer

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Lee-Anne Dunk

Google

This Spanish-themed speakeasy restaurant is a (partially) hidden gem located in Queen Street Toronto. I had the Seafood Paella, where the seafood was cooked perfectly on the grill. They have a variety of beer on tap and an extensive wine list to choose from. The patio is beautiful and private. Would definitely go again!!!

Everliza Jones

Google

Went here consistently over the summer and the one night the bouncers all of a sudden had a problem with me. Then he embarrassed me one night and screams that I’m here so often and I know no ins and outs are possible. Thankfully my guy friend was with me who has BEEN HERE WITH ME when he allowed us to ins and outs had my back. All of a sudden he switched up. He is a very mean spirited man (the bigger black guy). I confronted him a week or two after and have video proof of his disgusting attitude towards me and my friend was there to witness it as well. I have not been back since and every I speak too says the same thing about this place. The bouncers (especially the big black) are awful and mean. Skip this place! So many other better spots in Toronto with nice bouncers. Libertine, Drake Underground & SariNotSari

Mathee

Google

Had such a great experience with Cold Tea this weekend. Not sure about the other reviews but I had booked booths/bottle service for my birthday and had no issues at all. Huge shout out to our host Veronica who did an amazing job. Her service was on point, flexible and understood everything we needed. We had no issues accessing the washrooms downstairs. The food for purchase during the event was better than what I could have bought elsewhere on the street! The overall vibe was perfect and all staff were nice, friendly and did not come off pretentious in any way. Thanks again!

Jay Feliciano

Google

I love the place I could not find it at first because it is a little bit hard to find. The service is great the bar tender so helpful. Their kitchen opens at 6:00pm that is the time you could purchase the food they accept all kinds of payment. The price is ok. When the place is started to get crowded it is really noise and you can't even hear your friends. They also have a patio nice.

Alejandra Velasquez

Google

My sister planned for a bday celebration a special surprise for her bf. Booked a booth and bottles. Despite planning and spending money, this place service was beyond terrible. Rude staff, unwelcoming, not responsive. The staff was so rude that they ruined the bday surprise. They also served her table broken glasses and could not care to apologize. The broken glass cut her bf finger, ending the night with him injured and in pain. The establishment refused to take accountability or apologize. Tried to intimidate the group so they wouldn’t leave (trying to convince that it wasn’t their fault). WILL NEVER EVER GO HERE AGAIN. Do not recommend.

Kaitlyn Jung

Google

Great place for casual drinks. The service can vary sometimes but overall a good late night secret-ish bar. Location is through Kensington Mall which I like because it gives it a whole in the wall feel. Food was solid as well.

Miss Manu

Google

The DJ on the night I went was great (Sep 9,2023). The bouncer was on a mad ting with the way he tryna up the prices... U really on a power trip being a bouncer at a club? Obviously should not be anywhere with real power... a real N.A.B 🙄 he the reason why I gave a 2 for service

Dwayne Welch

Google

Best locals spot in the city, that I know of. Every Sunday, the day-party at Cold Tea features different DJs and different chefs each week to make each experience there unique. The place is not big, so space does get tight on the dance floor, however it adds to the cozy features of this location. The ambiance is that of such positivity that everyone is there vibing on good vibes. The line to get in could be long and hot, but it's worth the wait, to my experience. Try to get there early if you don't like line ups. Whenever I had a friend from out of Town come see me, I brought them to this place. Each person has had a blast and not swears by this place. Overall I would recommend this place to all people living in the city and anyone visiting, looking to have a great Sunday afternoon in the summer.