The most spectacular brunch room in Toronto — LOUIX LOUIS is on the 31st floor of the St. Regis Hotel at 325 Bay St, with panoramic city views from every table and a Sunday brunch buffet that includes free-flowing sparkling wine. The view alone justifies the price; the cooking makes it a genuine occasion.
Neighbourhood: Financial District / Downtown · Address: 325 Bay St, 31st Floor (St. Regis Hotel), Toronto, ON M5H 2R2 · Hours: Mon–Sun 7:00 AM – 11:30 PM · Phone: (416) 637-5550
Why Visit
LOUIX LOUIS delivers a rare combo of sky-high views, art deco opulence, and a brunch buffet that goes beyond standard hotel fare. The free-flowing sparkling wine and lavish sweets trolley make Sunday mornings feel genuinely celebratory.
What Makes It Unique
You won’t find many Toronto spots serving brunch 31 floors up, with every table basking in panoramic cityscapes. LOUIX LOUIS turns a hotel restaurant into a theatrical dining experience, complete with a soaring ceiling, showpiece bar, and genuinely upscale buffet offerings you won't see elsewhere (think king crab and endless desserts).
LOUIX LOUIS occupies the 31st floor of the St. Regis Hotel at Bay and King — the centre of the Financial District — and the panoramic view from that elevation defines the restaurant's identity as much as the cooking does. On a clear Toronto morning, the vantage point takes in the CN Tower to the west, the lake to the south, the downtown grid stretching north and east, and the first ring of residential towers giving way to the urban horizon. It is the most visually compelling brunch setting in the city, and the cooking is good enough that the view doesn't need to carry the experience alone.
The Sunday brunch format is a buffet anchored by a made-to-order eggs station, carving stations, a raw bar component, a charcuterie and cheese spread, and a dessert section that occupies more square footage than most restaurants' entire kitchen. The buffet quality is consistently high — this is a hotel restaurant serving a $70+ per-person brunch and the sourcing reflects that investment. Free-flowing sparkling wine is available as an add-on and transforms the experience from a Sunday meal into a Sunday occasion.
The room is designed to maximise the window exposure: the perimeter seating faces outward and the majority of tables have meaningful views. Request a window table when booking — the room is beautiful even from the centre, but the floor-to-ceiling glass perimeter is the seat worth having. Reservations are essential and typically require 2–3 weeks of lead time for weekend mornings during spring and summer. The brunch ends at 3pm; arriving at opening (11am) gives you the full three hours with the clearest sky.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sunday brunch at LOUIX LOUIS cost?
The LOUIX LOUIS Sunday brunch buffet is approximately $75–95 per person for the food, with sparkling wine available as an add-on for approximately $30–40 per person. Tax and gratuity bring the total to approximately $120–150 per person with wine — this is Toronto's premium brunch price point, positioned as a special occasion meal.
Do you need a reservation for LOUIX LOUIS Sunday brunch?
Yes — reservations are essential for Sunday brunch at LOUIX LOUIS. The restaurant fills to capacity on Sunday mornings and walk-ins are rarely accommodated. Book online through OpenTable at least 2 weeks in advance, and longer in advance during spring and summer. Request a window table when making the reservation.
Where is LOUIX LOUIS in Toronto?
LOUIX LOUIS is on the 31st floor of the St. Regis Toronto hotel at 325 Bay Street in the Financial District. The nearest subway stops are King Station and St. Andrew Station (both Line 1), each a short walk. The elevator lobby is inside the hotel at the Bay Street entrance.
What is included in the LOUIX LOUIS Sunday brunch?
The Sunday brunch buffet includes a made-to-order eggs station, carving stations, raw bar items, charcuterie and cheese, hot dishes, and an extensive dessert spread. Beverages including sparkling wine are available as an add-on. The buffet runs from 11am to 3pm Sundays. The restaurant also offers à la carte dinner service Tuesday through Saturday evenings.