Toronto's most unexpected great burger — inside Holt Renfrew's café, the Holty Burger is a properly made dry-aged beef patty with truffle mayo and aged cheddar that rivals any standalone burger spot in the city.
Neighbourhood: Bloor Yorkville · Address: 50 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON · Hours: Mon–Sat 11:30AM–7PM | Sun 12PM–6PM · Price Range: $$ · Phone: (416) 923-5450 · Website: https://www.holtrenfrew.com/en/holt-s-cafe · Editorial status: Not yet verified
You can dive into one of Toronto's most slept-on burgers without the lineups or boozy chaos of a typical burger joint. It's also a surprising spot for a relaxed lunch in the thick of Yorkville.
It’s the city’s least likely burger destination—hidden inside Holt Renfrew, far from the grab-and-go fast food crowd. Unlike most mall cafés, Holt's Café puts serious thought into its burger, with dry-aged beef and a silky truffle mayo you won’t find at the chains. Service is a notch above, and the vibe is all tastefully understated luxury, not stuffy.
Holt's Café is the rare retail café where you'd actually make a detour for the burger. Steps from the main Bloor shopping drag, the room is sleek and understated, filled with quiet chatter and shopping bags. The secret is the Holty Burger: dry-aged beef, truffle mayo, and a sharp aged cheddar, all constructed with the kind of intention you don't expect from a department store. The kitchen takes its cues from classic steakhouse burger technique—but with upgraded ingredients and polish.
Reservations aren’t essential for lunch, but are recommended if you’re visiting during peak weekend shopping hours.
The Holty Burger—go for the classic version with truffle mayo and aged cheddar, as intended.
Best for small groups of 2–4; larger parties can feel cramped at peak times, but weekday lunches are usually relaxed.
Burgers and mains average $20–$28, with sides and drinks extra.
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