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Balam Toronto

4.6 498 reviews 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM 584 Lansdowne Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 3Y6, Canada

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Balam Toronto emerges as a standout Mexican restaurant nestled at 584 Lansdowne Ave, renowned for its authentic cuisine and vibrant atmosphere. Patrons rave about the Huevos Rancheros and Barbacoa Tacos with Consome, both hailed for their rich flavors and satisfying portions. Kunal Biswas highlights the added bonus of unlimited coffee, enhancing the brunch experience.

With a menu featuring pork tacos and Balam style nachos, diners like Nidhi Kantekar praise the tender, juicy meats that keep them returning for more. Customer V M emphasizes the fresh, homemade feel of each dish, commending the generous taco fillings and reasonable pricing. The horchata, a large serving perfect for sharing, comes highly recommended for those seeking refreshing beverages.

Daniel B recounts a personalized taco experience, showing the kitchen’s willingness to cater to customer preferences, while Nancy Rodrigues notes the authentic flavors of dishes like chorizo empanada and Pollo tacos. Balam Toronto fosters a warm, inviting environment with attentive service, making it a must-visit destination for Mexican cuisine lovers in Toronto.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Rooftop seating

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Balam Toronto before visiting.

Reviews for Balam Toronto

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Review highlights

Based on 498 reviews

Balam Toronto consistently receives praise for its authentic and flavorful Mexican cuisine, with particular emphasis on the freshness and quality of the ingredients. Diners frequently highlight the generous portions and tender, well-seasoned meats, especially in tacos and nachos. The restaurant is noted for its welcoming atmosphere and attentive, friendly service, enhancing the overall dining experience. Customers appreciate the reasonable pricing relative to the quality and quantity offered, as well as thoughtful touches such as unlimited coffee and customizable options. The vibrant yet comfortable setting makes it a popular choice for both brunch and casual meals. Overall, Balam Toronto is recognized as a reliable spot for delicious, homemade Mexican dishes in Toronto, attracting repeat visits from patrons drawn by its consistency and inviting environment.

Kunal Biswas
Jun 26, 2025

Absolutely loved this Mexican spot. It's a great place for brunch. We got the Huevos Rancheros and Barbacoa Tacos with Consome. Both tasted really good. They also offer unlimited coffee on the house with the food.

nidhi kantekar
Jun 14, 2025

One of the best Mexican restaurants!! The food is absolutely delicious. We got their pork tacos and balam style nachos! The meat was soo tender and juicy. Have to try!

V M
Jun 06, 2025

The food was fresh, homemade and so delicious. Our waitress was kind and attentive. Everything was priced reasonably for the quantity and taste. Tacos were generously filled and the meat was flavourful and tender. Full size of horchata is huge, enough for two. I recommend getting a small size.

Daniel B
May 20, 2025

I absolutely loved the tacos, they were not cheap with the ground pork or toppings. These were the best tacos I've had in Toronto... They actually made hard tacos shells for me and made them the way that I wanted... And still kept the taco Tuesday special.. definitely will be going back soon.

Nancy Rodrigues
Apr 28, 2025

The food in this little authentic restaurant is absolutely delicious! We will definitely be coming back. We ordered the chorizo empanada, carnita and Pollo tacos, and beef nachos. Everything was so fresh and tasty.

Nick K
Apr 17, 2025

Wow what a gem. Fantastic flavours and great service. We loved all of our dishes. Very close to Landsdowne, we will be back soon!

Lauren Johnston
Apr 08, 2025

A group of us stopped in here after going to Halo Brewery around the corner. We saw the reviews looked good, it was close, and our friend is gluten free so we thought this place was a good option. The food here was really solid! When we sat down our server told us the items they were currently sold out of which I always appreciate staff doing. Not every place does this or the staff are not always aware of what they are out of until you order and they check with the kitchen. So I really liked that she let us know up front. I chose the Pastor Tacos and thought maybe it wouldn’t be enough food to be filling as it was just 3 tacos, but the tacos are very generously filled. There was a lot of meat on them. And the meat was well seasoned and not dried out. Everything was very flavourful and very filling. I really enjoyed our meal here, and the prices are very reasonable for the amount of food you get. If you are in the area and you like Mexican, you should definitely stop in. Thank you for a great meal.

Fiska 732
Mar 30, 2025

Breakfast Bliss! Hey people! I just had to share this fantastic spot for breakfast and more that I absolutely loved—delicious dishes that are perfect for champions! I can't recommend it enough, it's a solid 10 out of 10!

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Quick info

Address
584 Lansdowne Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 3Y6, Canada
Price range
$10–20
Category
Mexican restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday (Today) 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Thursday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

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