Jules Bistro — Restaurant in Toronto

If you’re on the hunt for the ultimate steak experience, look no further than Jules Bistro. This hidden gem is not just a steakhouse; it’s a culinary sanctuary where flavors dance and memories are made.

From the moment you step inside, you’re enveloped by a cozy atmosphere that feels like home. The friendly staff greet you with genuine warmth, setting the stage for an unforgettable dining experience.

Now, let’s talk about the star of the show: the steak. Exquisitely prepared, it arrives at your table with a majestic bone, glistening and promising a flavor explosion that’s simply out of this world. This isn’t your average grilled or fried meat; it’s a masterpiece cooked to perfection, tender beyond belief, and seasoned with a savory blend that will make your taste buds sing. The accompanying peppercorn sauce is nothing short of delightful, elevating each bite to heavenly heights.

But the culinary journey doesn’t stop there. The Caesar salad is a revelation—far from ordinary, it’s a refreshing twist that prepares you for the feast ahead. And those roast vegetables? Incredible! They complement the steak beautifully, adding a burst of flavor that rounds out the meal perfectly.

After indulging in what is undoubtedly the best steak I’ve ever had in the city, I found myself torn between wanting to keep this treasure a secret and the urge to shout its praises from the rooftops. Trust me, you need to experience this for yourself—today!

As we walked out, the owner graciously thanked us for our visit, a thoughtful touch that made the experience even more memorable. Jules Bistro is not just a restaurant; it’s a celebration of exceptional food and heartfelt hospitality. Don’t miss out on this carnivore's delight—make your reservation now and prepare for a dining experience unlike any other!Thanks for the clarification! Here’s the revised review with the correct term: I returned to Jules Bistro for the second time with my 11-year-old daughter on a Tuesday, which is half-price day. Upon arrival, the atmosphere felt cozy, but our experience quickly became frustrating.

The gentleman working in the back area seemed overwhelmed, rushing to accommodate tables and focusing primarily on patrons ordering wine, which made us feel overlooked. As casual diners, we felt a distinct lack of attention.

When our food arrived, my daughter and I immediately noticed a significant difference in our platters. The steaks served to the other guests were grand, huge, and beautifully presented, while ours were noticeably smaller and less impressive. It was disheartening to see such a disparity, and we couldn't help but wonder if it was due to our less formal attire or our lower spending on alcohol.

While I still appreciate the bistro and its offerings, this experience was disappointing. No matter where I dine—be it a one-star or five-star establishment—I expect attentive service.

This was our second visit, and I hope there will be a third. I would love to see us treated with the same care as other guests. Thank you for considering this feedback for a better...

I went to Jules the night of Aug 14th with my friends expecting a nice meal. At the end, I notified the manager of my dissatisfaction of the quality of their food, which I detail below.

The good: the steak was cooked to the right level.

The bad: The Côte de Boeuf, their signature dish, was underseasoned and generally unremarkable. The placement of mayonnaise and ketchup in the same container was annoying, as it forces one to eat fries with both condiments.

The ugly: It is unacceptable to pay $120+ per person and leave hungry and unsatisfied. The portion sizes were quite small for appetizers and we were not notified of this. There was nothing special about the specials: the brioche was not fresh, but most likely reheated several hours after being made; the burrata salad, bland and unbalanced.

Throughout the meal, we were swarmed by flies, which speaks to the poor levels of hygiene in this restaurant.

The most offensive component was the sloppily arranged wine list (a subset of which is pictured). My specific complaints about it:

Unprofessionally made: it is riddled with spelling mistakes, has inconsistent spellings, and several wines are listed without a vintage. Deceptive advertising: the Château Haut la Grenière is listed as a Saint-Émilion, when in fact it's from the satellite appellation of Lussac Saint-Émilion. The satellite appellations of Saint-Émilion are generally of lower quality; at best, this is a careless mistake, at worst this is deceptive advertising to gouge the price of this wine. Unspecific wines: there are two wines listed as "Châteauneuf-du-Pape" and "Pommard", two famous south Rhône and Burgundy appellations, respectively. However, no specific wines from these appellations are listed. Curiously, these are two of the more expensive wines on the list. The food analogy to this is going to a steakhouse, seeing "meat" listed on the menu and being charged $200 for it. The purpose of a wine list is to provide enough data for me to make a good choice, but with insufficient information we ended up with a mediocre bottle.

When I stated my concerns about the wine list to the manager, he placed the blame on a colleague of his who wasn't present, as he himself "didn't know too much about wine"; instead of making a note of feedback he said he'd love for me to talk to said colleague to implement my recommendations. A better solution to asking a paying customer to design their wine list would be not to serve a food item they have no knowledge or understanding of.

Jules' catchphrase is "Ceci n'est pas un MacDo", which is clever, funny, and accurate, since I'd much rather go to a McDonalds. Or maybe they actually do understand the reference and I...

I am writing to express my deep disappointment with the experience my party had at Jules Bistro on what was supposed to be an enjoyable evening. Unfortunately, the level of service and the quality of the meal were far from acceptable, and I feel compelled to bring these issues to everyones attention.

From the outset, it was clear that our server was more focused on socializing with the group seated next to us than attending to his duties. He did not check on our table once throughout the course of our meal, and when questioned, his excuse was that it was a “busy night.” This is unacceptable, particularly given that other tables seemed to receive more attentive service. It reflects poorly on the establishment’s customer service standards.

The food itself only compounded the poor experience. I ordered a steak, medium rare, but what I received was appalling. Half the steak was covered in silver skin and excessive, unappetizing pieces of fat. Worse yet, the steak was grossly undercooked in some areas—practically raw—while other parts were overcooked and tough. This inconsistency is inexcusable, and the dish was, quite frankly, inedible.

Given that this is not our first time dining at Jules Bistro, we expected far better. However, the level of service and quality of food we experienced last night can only be described as a serious decline. To be candid, if it weren’t for the 50% off promotion, we would have felt entirely robbed. Even with the discount, it feels as though substandard, nearly inedible food was intentionally served to us under the guise of a deal. I can assure you, had we been charged full price, this situation would have escalated further.

I will be reporting this experience to the Better Business Bureau in the morning. As a returning customer, I expected better, and it is clear that the restaurant is not operating at a level that respects its patrons.

I hope this feedback is taken seriously, as this experience has left us profoundly...