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Crystal Five (C5)
100 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON
416-586-7928
Contemporary
Yorkville
Venue:
Restaurant, Fine Dining
Hours:
Mon. to Sun.: 11:30am-2:00pm Thu. to Sat.: 5:00pm-10:00pm
Price Range:
$$$$ (expensive)
Payment:
Master Card, Visa, American Express
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18 Reader Reviews | Nine of us ladies had lunch at C5 this afternoon. To say that we were disappointed, would be an understatement. Limited menu, with one of the items not available (which we were told only after placing our order). Food arrived cold. Portions are tiny so you will leave still hungry. Definately not worth the $40.00 each it cost us, considering we didn't have a starter, desert nor any alcohol. For $9. you get a palm full of frites that arrived cold. The shrimp tempura came with 3 shrimp and 3 fava beans. The decor, was cold and uninviting. With so many fabulous restaurants in Toronto, this is definately one you should probably pass on.
1. Moveebuff's Review :: October 28, 2008 Moveebuff's Rating: 2 Stars |
Kerr's Review (#11) sounds too perfect.
In the context of all the other reviews, this restaurant is far from perfect. I find Kerr's post suspect and would think there is some connection back to the establishment.
I would not take Kerr's review to heart.
2. Anonymous's Review :: October 17, 2008 Anonymous's Rating: 2 Stars |
Took my date here on valentine's day. Food was very enjoyable, service was friendly, and I'm recommending this place to my friends. You can't go wrong here, a sure-fire bet for any occasion... at least on Valentine's Day.
3. Ray Bennett's Review :: June 18, 2008 Ray Bennett's Rating: 4 Stars |
Overall disappointment with this restaurant. It servers were very attentive in the beginning, but it seemed that their interest in our table waned by mid-meal. The portions were quite small - which is typically not a problem if they are bursting with flavour - but we found some of the dishes to be quite bland and left us wanting more. The biggest disappointment were the desserts - the 9 layer chocolate cake seemed like false advertising, and the citrus tart was not the joy my mouth was hoping for.
However, I will say that the views from the restaurant were quite lovely though, and I enjoyed my glass of Chardonnay.
4. Anonymous's Review :: April 07, 2008 |
Overall disappointment with this restaurant. It servers were very attentive in the beginning, but it seemed that their interest in our table waned by mid-meal. The portions were quite small - which is typically not a problem if they are bursting with flavour - but we found some of the dishes to be quite bland and left us wanting more. The biggest disappointment were the desserts - the 9 layer chocolate cake seemed like false advertising, and the citrus tart was not the joy my mouth was hoping for.
However, I will say that the views from the restaurant were quite lovely though, and I enjoyed my glass of Chardonnay.
5. B Chang's Review :: April 07, 2008 B Chang's Rating: 1 Stars |
New Hours for C5 starting April 1 2008
Lunch (Tuesday to Sunday only): 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Dinner (Thursday, Friday and Saturday only): 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
6. G Sherman's Review :: April 01, 2008 G Sherman's Rating: 4 Stars |
All the people who complain should go to MacDonalds as they are simply not able to tell a terrific restaurant from a horrible one.
This is a very high class establishment that tries hard not to serve french fries to the masses.
I love it and will continue to return again and again.
7. Anonymous's Review :: March 10, 2008 |
All the people who complain should go to MacDonalds as they are simply not able to tell a terrific restaurant from a horrible one.
This is a very high class establishment that tries hard not to serve french fries to the masses.
I love it and will continue to return again and again.
8. TOM JOHNSTON's Review :: March 10, 2008 TOM JOHNSTON's Rating: 4 Stars |
The food was good but the service was a bit rough. We brought our young daughter and were seated next to the window for lunch on a saturday. The waitress explained to us that the restuarant wasn't really kid friendly (?).
We asked about anything with french fries for the daughter and were told that they didn't have this on the menu or as a side. We ordered an adult pasta dish instead. Five minutes later a family of 5 next to us was served french fries and a hamburger for each of their 3 kids.
The waitress really was young and didn't really make an effort. She noticed her mistake and still didn't seem to bring her game up until we pointed this out, but it was really too late. I couldn't wait to get out of there because the effort really wasn't there. A plate of cookies really isn't enough to make up for an unwelcoming performance. For a restaurant that opens on Saturday's for lunch in this area and aspires to be top end, this was a service disappointment.
9. Anonymous's Review :: December 13, 2007 |
The food was good but the service was a bit rough. We brought our young daughter and were seated next to the window for lunch on a saturday. The waitress explained to us that the restuarant wasn't really kid friendly (?).
We asked about anything with french fries for the daughter and were told that they didn't have this on the menu or as a side. We ordered an adult pasta dish instead. Five minutes later a family of 5 next to us was served french fries and a hamburger for each of their 3 kids.
The waitress really was young and didn't really make an effort. She noticed her mistake and still didn't seem to bring her game up until we pointed this out, but it was really too late. I couldn't wait to get out of there because the effort really wasn't there. A plate of cookies really isn't enough to make up for an unwelcoming performance. For a restaurant that opens on Saturday's for lunch in this area and aspires to be top end, this was a service disappointment.
10. Jennifer Klassen's Review :: December 08, 2007 Jennifer Klassen's Rating: 2 Stars |
We had visitors from Los Angeles & decided to take them to a special restaurant that day.
After touring the city we all arrived there with some great expectation and appetite.
The place is really nice, great atmosphere & superb service but the portions where tiny sort of samples. (We had to go to for a quick bite afterwards).
11. Ben Warshager's Review :: August 24, 2007 Ben Warshager's Rating: 1 Stars |
I hesitantly reserved at what appears to be a somewhat avant garde design restaurant and could not have been more pleasantly surprised. From the time we entered until the moment the three of us left, everything was perfect.
12. Anonymous's Review :: August 17, 2007 |
I hesitantly reserved at what appears to be a somewhat avant garde design restaurant and could not have been more pleasantly surprised. From the time we entered until the moment the three of us left, everything was perfect.
13. Kerr's Review :: August 17, 2007 Kerr's Rating: 4 Stars |
We reserved online – no problem, got confirmation call a few hours later.
Yesterday (July 15) I had “brunch” at “Cristal on Five Clouds” – that's ROM c5 to you. What were they thinking? Such an elegant and unique restaurant with such refined and aesthetic touches and such elan and verve in the preparation and presentation of the food, and the name suggests an intersection on a map? C5? Name change. Quick.
Another suggested change - scrap the “brunch” designation on the website. This is not a venue for eggs galore. We had a very early lunch with a regular menu – if by regular you mean a menu that demands a knowledge of the concepts, techniques and vocabulary of molecular gastronomy. Even a dedicated foodie needed the server-interpreter. A photo gallery of key dishes or a glossary on their website would be a great help (However given that the restaurant was not very full, and it is pricey maybe they should develop a 'brunch concept")
The service – detailed. I dropped my butter knife and it was scooped up in seconds and another brought perched on a folded napkin. Tres classy. But does the tinkle of falling cutlery point to a design flaw – interesting knives standing edge on – but easy to knock overboard? I went down to the museum shop to see if I could buy the sleek aerodynamic brushed stainless steel S&P shaker. No go. Too bad!
I confided to our server that I had made a mistake ordering the ceviche (really a sashimi). It was whisked away and he was back in a trice asking if I would like a substitute. I had the crab and corn bisque - sublime.
The portions are 21st Century responsible - but if you are still feeling munchy you can indulge in a second (or third or fourth!)of breads paired with very decent truffle butter. I wasn't really hungry after my black cod tempura but the potato flour roll with rosemary was so scrumptious.........
I was happy with the desserts. Is the strawberry mojita in the “strawberry tastings” on the cocktail menu – if not, it should be. The passionfruit chocolate torte in the “Pairing of Chocolate and Passionfruit” - holy cow!
The view IS unparalled in the city (definitely better if you have a window seat.)The view to the South: Trinity College,CN Tower, in the distance, the lake.. The view to the NW - classic Toronto Bloor Street framed by an ever changing expansive cloudscape I enjoyed the confusing perspectives of Liebeskind's angles better here than in the display halls (I am reserving judgement until the exhibits are installed) It is a pity about the museum's flat concrete-and-AC units roof below - although partway into my Riesling I began to accept this as part of the workings of a city, with a certain structural presence
The price? – $130.00 for two - a la carte three courses and a glass of wine each. I have often paid more and gotten less. For a chance to sample those “contemporary food concepts” in a unique space this was good value for money and a lovely way to spend a birthday.
14. Anonymous's Review :: July 16, 2007 |
We reserved online – no problem, got confirmation call a few hours later.
Yesterday (July 15) I had “brunch” at “Cristal on Five Clouds” – that's ROM c5 to you. What were they thinking? Such an elegant and unique restaurant with such refined and aesthetic touches and such elan and verve in the preparation and presentation of the food, and the name suggests an intersection on a map? C5? Name change. Quick.
Another suggested change - scrap the “brunch” designation on the website. This is not a venue for eggs galore. We had a very early lunch with a regular menu – if by regular you mean a menu that demands a knowledge of the concepts, techniques and vocabulary of molecular gastronomy. Even a dedicated foodie needed the server-interpreter. A photo gallery of key dishes or a glossary on their website would be a great help (However given that the restaurant was not very full, and it is pricey maybe they should develop a 'brunch concept")
The service – detailed. I dropped my butter knife and it was scooped up in seconds and another brought perched on a folded napkin. Tres classy. But does the tinkle of falling cutlery point to a design flaw – interesting knives standing edge on – but easy to knock overboard? I went down to the museum shop to see if I could buy the sleek aerodynamic brushed stainless steel S&P shaker. No go. Too bad!
I confided to our server that I had made a mistake ordering the ceviche (really a sashimi). It was whisked away and he was back in a trice asking if I would like a substitute. I had the crab and corn bisque - sublime.
The portions are 21st Century responsible - but if you are still feeling munchy you can indulge in a second (or third or fourth!)of breads paired with very decent truffle butter. I wasn't really hungry after my black cod tempura but the potato flour roll with rosemary was so scrumptious.........
I was happy with the desserts. Is the strawberry mojita in the “strawberry tastings” on the cocktail menu – if not, it should be. The passionfruit chocolate torte in the “Pairing of Chocolate and Passionfruit” - holy cow!
The view IS unparalled in the city (definitely better if you have a window seat.)The view to the South: Trinity College,CN Tower, in the distance, the lake.. The view to the NW - classic Toronto Bloor Street framed by an ever changing expansive cloudscape I enjoyed the confusing perspectives of Liebeskind's angles better here than in the display halls (I am reserving judgement until the exhibits are installed) It is a pity about the museum's flat concrete-and-AC units roof below - although partway into my Riesling I began to accept this as part of the workings of a city, with a certain structural presence
The price? – $130.00 for two - a la carte three courses and a glass of wine each. I have often paid more and gotten less. For a chance to sample those “contemporary food concepts” in a unique space this was good value for money and a lovely way to spend a birthday.
15. Claudie Graner's Review :: July 16, 2007 Claudie Graner's Rating: 3 Stars |
I just loved it! We went for lunch while visiting the museum. What a great find! Both the octupus and rabbit were delicious. Our server was so nice and knowledgeable. I would definitely go back the next time I'm in Toronto.
16. Anonymous's Review :: July 10, 2007 |
I just loved it! We went for lunch while visiting the museum. What a great find! Both the octupus and rabbit were delicious. Our server was so nice and knowledgeable. I would definitely go back the next time I'm in Toronto.
17. Jen's Review :: July 10, 2007 Jen's Rating: 4 Stars |
A friend of mine called and tried to get a reservation for a Saturday Night. She was told sorry - we're fully booked.
Another friend actually did eat there that same night - he said the place was 1/3 full the whole time he was there and was even more dead by the time he left.
So how important do you have to be to get a reservation at this too cool for school place?
18. Dave Rywall's Review :: June 24, 2007 Dave Rywall's Rating: 1 Stars |
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