Pickle Barrel

4.2
4035 reviews

About

Restaurant
Located in the bustling city of Toronto, in the Yorkdale Shopping Centre; Pickle Barrel is your go-to destination for casual dining and delicious deli-inspired meals. Whether you're craving a scrumptious brunch, looking to unwind during happy hour with cocktails, or planning a family get-together or group event, Pickle Barrel has something for everyone. From our famous deli, burgers and hearty pastas to sizzling steaks and fresh salads, our diverse menu offers a wide range of options to satisfy every palate. Don't forget to save room for our delectable desserts! Let us host your next large group special occasion such as birthdays or corporate gatherings. Order from one of our set menus or a la carte! Pair your meal with a selection from our wine list or choose from our array of beers and cocktails for the perfect beverage compliment. Indulge in a delightful breakfast or gather with friends over delectable dishes - at Pickle Barrel, we are committed to providing exceptional food and customer satisfaction in every visit.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable
  • DebitAvailable

Location

Pickle Barrel
1 Yorkdale Road, Toronto, ON
M6A 2T9, Canada

Hours

Reviews

4.2
4,035 reviews
5 stars
2,578
4 stars
611
3 stars
336
2 stars
181
1 star
329

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Many customers praised the attentive and friendly service from various servers, particularly highlighting individuals like Luke, Abba, and Max.

Food Quality

The food received numerous positive remarks for being delicious, well-prepared, and satisfying, with specific dishes like chicken parm and steak being frequently mentioned.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's atmosphere was described as welcoming and pleasant, making it a great spot for family and friends to gather.

Inconsistencies

Some reviews noted issues with slow service and food quality, including complaints about overcooked meals and cleanliness concerns.

Overall Experience

Despite some negative feedback, many customers expressed a strong desire to return, indicating a generally positive dining experience.
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    Saia Yang
    Nov 15, 2025
    2.0
    BURNED honey apple chicken.... Even the parts that weren't burned were pretty tasteless and the portion was small. There was a cold draft where our table was so we asked to be moved to a different table; there was stuff on the table and the waiter cleared the stuff without cleaning the table. I cleaned it myself. Later, he came to ask how everything was, but before I could look up and say anything he was already gone. The table to our left was complaining that their food was taking too long to arrive and the one to our right was also impatiently waiting. What a joke.
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    Brandon Wells
    Nov 15, 2025
    1.0
    The female bartender was unfriendly and didn’t smile once. When I asked her for her opinion on which menu items were good, she didn’t bother to give me any recommendations. She didn’t ask for a starter option and still charged me the full price for the chicken Parmesan dinner. There was no quality check. The chicken parmesan was not crispy at all and barely any sauce on the noodles.
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    Claire Bradley
    Nov 15, 2025
    1.0
    A very disappointing experience today. Though the staff was friendly, and tried to make up for it, sadly we will no longer return to The Pickle Barrel. The problems were numerous - inattentive waiter, first course brought with main course, causing main course to get cold, fridge cold vegetables, no cutlery given when food was dropped off by the manager, drink served in a dirty glass with lipstick on it, dessert forgotten for so long we took it to go, very slow service and under staffing for a Saturday afternoon in November. The manager gave a discount, but honestly, we are done with this chain all together. We are life long customers, for 50 years The Pickle Barrel was once a destination for our family, but we can no longer support it. Selling out to big corporations ruins great family restaurants. Save your money and eat somewhere else.
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    Angelo Falotico
    Nov 11, 2025
    5.0
    I went there for a game seven of the Blue Jays World Series on November 1. The atmosphere was excellent. I think they got a new big screen behind the bar and it was awesome. I had a seat directly in front of the big screen and it felt like I was at the game! Your sandwiches are fantastic. I have the Montreal smoked meat and the pickles are awesome. My server Max was incredible even though it was jampacked and The place was out of control with enthusiastic Bluejay fans. Thanks for a great time.
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    Maribel Cardozo Romero
    Nov 8, 2025
    4.0
    We came for my father’s birthday. Arrived at 9pm. The place was completely empty besides one other table that we could see. When we arrived there was no one there to greet us. I had to stop someone that walked by that looked like they might work there. The menu options were good. Could definitely be better maybe expand the dessert menu. Only one person in our table barely touched their food. They had order lemon herb chicken, they found the vegetables to be dry and overcooked, and the pasta just didn’t taste good. We were there just before they closed, however when we asked for a baileys the server mentioned he could only offer us Colombian coffee because the rest of the staff had gone home.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pickle Barrel

Can I make reservations at Pickle Barrel Yorkdale?

Yes this restaurant accepts <a href="https://www.opentable.ca/r/pickle-barrel-yorkdale-reservations-north-york?restref=342481&lang=en-CA&ot_source=Restaurant%20website" target="_blank">reservations online</a>.

Where can I view the Pickle Barrel's Yorkdale menus?

Looking to visit with your friends and family and check out our incredible dills? Explore our Yorkdale menus: <a href="https://www.picklebarrel.ca/en/menus/food/store-3559/on/toronto/1-yorkdale-road.html">Food Menu</a>, <a href="https://www.picklebarrel.ca/en/menus/drinks/store-3559/on/toronto/1-yorkdale-road.html">Drink Menu</a>, <a href="https://www.picklebarrel.ca/en/menus/kids/store-3559/on/toronto/1-yorkdale-road.html">Kids Menu</a>, <a href="https://www.picklebarrel.ca/en/menus/happy-hour/store-3559/on/toronto/1-yorkdale-road.html">Happy Hour Menu</a>, <a href="https://www.picklebarrel.ca/en/menus/brunch/store-3559/on/toronto/1-yorkdale-road.html">Brunch Menu</a> and <a href="https://www.picklebarrel.ca/en/menus/dessert/store-3559/on/toronto/1-yorkdale-road.html">Dessert Menu</a>.