El Rey Mezcal Bar

El Rey Mezcal Bar is a cozy Latin American and Mexican restaurant located on Kensington Avenue. With a warm wood decor, the small bar offers a variety of mezcals and delicious small plates of Mexican eats. Open seven days a week for dine-in, their patio is now open with no reservations required.

Recent social media posts

2026-10-07

Long weekend hours 🦃 Our heated patio is open! Closed Monday, October 12 for Thanksgiving.

2026-07-23

Join us tomorrow, Friday, July 24, for National Tequila Day with Tequila Tromba. We’re throwing a big patio party with Tequila Tromba cocktail specials, $10 Tequila Tromba Margaritas, and a mariachi band!

📍 El Rey Mezcal Bar, 2A Kensington Ave, Toronto
🕦 7–10 PM
🎶 Mariachi at 7:30 PM
📣 First come, first served.

2026-05-24

A DECADE OF EL REY 🥳 10 years in Kensington Market, the neighbourhood we’re lucky to call home. Thank you to all the staff past and present for slinging margs, making tacos, and keeping this little mezcal bar going night after night. Thank you to everyone who has supported us since day one, we couldn’t have done it without you. ❤️ Come celebrate with us today from 12pm-12am for food and drink specials and mariachi from 5-6pm. First come, first served.

2026-03-29

Siesta + Sips combo. 2 tacos, lil' guac and chips and lil' tres leches cake - $20. On this Sunday for the last time 12-5pm. ✌🏾

2026-01-30

Our flour tortillas are indeed made in-house. Chilorio Quesadillas on special all week long 🙂‍↕️✌️👄

2026-01-28

🪅Don’t miss our chilaquiles special! Ends Thursday, Jan 29. Open Monday-Thursday 5-midnight, Friday-Sunday 12pm-midnight. We love a walk-in or book a spot on Resy.

2026-01-25

Sunday Sunday Sunday! Snow Storm Sunday! Open until midnight 🥶

2026-01-24

Bring your long johns 🔥🥵☀️El Rey open 12pm-12am!

2026-01-19

2016, the year we opened El Rey! 🌵 What a decade it’s been. A throwback to some memorable faces. Thank you for the support Toronto!
#2016

2025-05-14

We’re 9 years old! 🥳

We can’t believe it, we’re celebrating 9 years in Kensington Market! Thank you to our hardworking staff, gracious guests and the Kensington Market Community. Join us tonight (May 14) for $5 off margaritas, mezcal flights and a special shrimp tostada 🦐!

Address

2a Kensington Avenue
Toronto, ON
M5T2J7

To get to the bar and Mexican restaurant located on Kensington Avenue in Toronto, there are several transportation options available to you. If you're using public transport, take the subway and get off at Queen Station. From Queen Station, exit onto Yonge Street and head south towards Dundas Street West. Once you reach Dundas Street West, turn right and walk for about 10 minutes until you come to Kensington Avenue.

If you prefer to drive, take the Gardiner Expressway towards Toronto and exit at Spadina Avenue. Follow Spadina Avenue north until you reach Dundas Street West, then turn left onto Dundas Street West. From there, follow Dundas Street West for a few blocks until you reach Kensington Avenue. Parking is available on the street or in nearby parking garages.

Alternatively, if you prefer to take a taxi or ride-share service, simply input your destination address as Kensington Avenue and your driver will take you directly to the location without hassle.

Opening Hours

Monday	5pm - 12am
Tuesday	5pm - 12am
Wednesday	5pm - 12am
Thursday	5pm - 12am
Friday	12pm - 12am
Saturday	12pm - 12am
Sunday	12pm - 12am

Website

http://elreybar.com/

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What people say

El Rey Mezcal Bar on Kensington Avenue in Toronto is a must-visit spot for anyone looking for a cozy and intimate bar experience. The warm wood decor creates a welcoming atmosphere that perfectly complements the variety of mezcals and small plates of Mexican eats on offer. With its patio now open, El Rey Mezcal Bar is the perfect place to enjoy some summer sunshine while indulging in their delicious food and drinks. Their menu boasts a range of Latin American and Mexican dishes, including Ensenada Style Shrimp Tacos, which are sure to satisfy any craving for spicy and flavorful food. And if you're looking for something sweet, be sure to try their Mango Cheesecake - it's the perfect blend of fruity and creamy flavors. With no reservations required, El Rey Mezcal Bar is the ideal spot for an impromptu night out with friends or a romantic date night. Don't miss out on this gem in Kensington Market!