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O.Noir

Downtown
4.7$$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 5:30 pm
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InternationalFrenchContemporary/ModernFusionTartareGluten-free OptionsSeafood/FishGreat selection of winesResto-BarTasting Menu

About

Already the rage in Europe, Australia, L.A. and New York, O.NOIR is Canada’s first-ever restaurant that invites you to experience food, drink and conversation like never before IN THE DARK! It’s a sensual dining experience like no other. When you eat without your sight, your remaining senses are heightened to savour the smell and taste of food. O.NOIR does more than just fire the imagination and stimulate the senses. After a few hours in complete darkness (that’s right, no flashlights, matches, cell phones, cigarette lighters or luminous watches), customers gain a better understanding of what it’s like to be blind just like the restaurants’ entire wait staff. O.NOIR – IT’S BETTER IN THE DARK.

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Our Specialties

Tartare, Smoked Duck, Burgers, Salads, Ceviche, Poutine, Ravioli, Ribs, Lamb shank, Sea bass, Desserts, Cocktails, Wine list, Spirits list & Beers.

Amenities, services & more

Capacity: 80 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, Interac
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Reviews for O.Noir

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on Google4.6 (1500+)
*as of 2026-07-08
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Review Summary

O.Noir offers a truly unique and memorable dining experience centered around eating in complete darkness, which allows guests to engage their senses of taste, smell, and touch in a brand new way. Many diners appreciate the opportunity to step out of their comfort zones, noting that the surprise menu options add an exciting layer of discovery to the meal. The service is consistently highlighted as exceptional, with professional and attentive staff members who guide patrons through the immersive environment with kindness and skill. While the majority of guests describe their visit as a one-of-a-kind highlight, some visitors mention that the atmosphere can occasionally be affected by the noise levels of larger groups or the challenge of navigating the dark space, suggesting that smaller parties or quieter times might enhance the overall tranquility of the evening.
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The outdoor patio is so nice in the summer. Cool vibes with a DJ

May 26, 2024
on Google
5.0

We have a blessing that we take very lightly! The employees asks us about our experience while it's daily life... God bless them The employees are so friendly, the food is GOOD! Flavorful & the best are the surprise items, you think you know what you're having then it turns out to be something else! A must try & I would go again!

May 26, 2024
on Google

Very cool experience. Go for the surprise options & try to guess what it is. You can ask your server what it was at the end!

May 25, 2024
on Google

O'Noir has been on my wishlist for so long when I lived in Toronto. Yet yesterday was underwhelming. The positive side is the unique experience. It made you feel grateful & gratitude to the servers working in a stressful environment. They do take care of the clients well. Check-in for food allergies, telling you where the dishes are positioned, etc. The food was a huge let down. Warm ciabatta & served with butter in the single serving. For starters, I asked for scallops that supposed to come with sprouts & croutons. There's only 3 oily rubbery scallops in the dish along with the sauce on the side. (Their IG shows at least 5 scallops in the reel) I did not taste any Pinot noir from the sauce. The sauce tasted like premade. I made the note to the waiter, but they didn't do anything. I mentioned it again before I leave. They even question me if I really didn't have the sprouts salad with my scallops. My sauce was on the side. The whole dish just 3 scallops & nothing else. My friend & I both ordered the sirloin steak & I asked to switch my mash potatoes to salad. I ordered medium rare & she had medium. The meat portion was huge but overcooked. Mine tasted like medium well & hers was well-done. She said her mash potatoes was really sweet & heavy. The side salad for me was just two bites of greens. The foie gras sauce again tasted like from a jar with no foie gras flavor. Food was definitely on the heavily oily side, but there's no depth in the dishes. Really lack of flavor & layers. The service was slow but I understand they are a bit crowded & understaffed. It actually made me more appreciate with my life. Another note was the tableware & furniture in the dinning room felt very cheap. It gets crowded & squishy in the dinning room. Everyone is sitting very close to each other. When you are already in a heightened awareness mode with your surroundings, those tiny details really just grinds the gear & made the whole experience unsatisfactory. I think one experience is enough for me. I'd like to look on the bright side & be more appreciative in my life.

May 25, 2024
on Google
5.0

J'ai bien aimé le service & aussi merci à Madame Sophia, la serveuse pour le bon service offert par elle, je l'a remercierais jamais assez

May 23, 2024
on Google

Great unique experience. Definitely worth doing.

May 17, 2024
on Google

Amazing food, affordable menu.

May 14, 2024
on Google

I brought my mom here for Mother's Day & while she was pretty overwhelmed by the experience the service, food, & customer care was out of this world. When you enter, the front of house staff brief you with what you'll need to know before heading back to the dining room & take your order. Once being led back to your seat, the sensory experience really begins. As I mentioned, the food was incredible & portions large. Our waiter, Fay, was AMAZING & went above & beyond to make our dining experience excellent. While my mom ended up feeling a bit claustrophobic & overwhelmed by the sensory overload, we had a good experience overall & I would recommend O.Noir to others:

May 13, 2024
on Google

C'était une expérience inoubliable! Les serveurs Mazen & Dominic ont donné un service impeccable. L'hôte à l'entrée (homme aux cheveux noirs) nous a super bien accueilli & nous a bien expliqué le menu & les procédures. 170$ à deux pour 3 services (sans boisson, pourboire inclut) c'est un peu cher, mais c'est pour l'expérience. Seulement, c'était assez bruyant & il faisait très chaud... (La clim ne fonctionnait pas). Niveau nourriture, c'était super bon, les saveurs étaient présentes (les pétoncles, le boeuf & le mi-cuit) & les portions étaient généreuses!

May 11, 2024
on Google

This was an absolutely incredible experience! After working for almost 25 years with adults & children with different disabilities, it was amazing to experience first hand the realities that some people face. We are so lucky to have our vision. Gabriel & Fe made this an unforgettable evening. We both Loved our appetizer & dessert, & felt our mains were just ok in comparison (but still good). Highly recommend this restaurant!

May 11, 2024
on Google