Toronto's most elegant rooftop lounge — The Chase Bar atop the heritage Dineen Building serves exceptional cocktails to a well-dressed crowd against a dramatic Financial District rooftop backdrop. Intimate, refined, genuinely sophisticated.
Neighbourhood: Financial District · Address: 10 Temperance St, 5th Floor, Toronto, ON M5H 1Y4 · Hours: Mon–Wed 3PM–10PM | Thu–Sat 3PM–12AM | Closed Sun · Price Range: $$$ · Phone: (416) 863-3829 · Website: https://thechasetoronto.com/bar · Editorial status: Not yet verified
Come for drinks that deliver on flavour and stay for the quietly panoramic views over the Financial District. It’s a rare Toronto patio where dressing up actually feels right, but you’re never made to feel unwelcome if you don’t.
Unlike most rooftop bars downtown that lean party-centric or overly casual, The Chase Bar puts genuine attention on the drink program—you’ll find house infusions and seasonal mixes instead of tired standards. It’s posh but never pretentious, with both covered and open-air seating for maximum weather-proofing and ambiance. The setting is quietly opulent, a step above the usual after-work fare.
Perched atop the Dineen Building, The Chase Bar gives you a front-row seat to downtown’s skyscrapers—no stuffiness, just an easy mix of polish and relaxation. Cocktails lean craft-forward, with bartenders who actually want to chat about what they're shaking up. The crowd skews toward after-work professionals and date nights, drawn by the leafy rooftop patio, plush banquettes, and seriously dialed-in ambience. Plates are snacky but smart, with shareables ranging from oysters to zucchini fritti.
Reservations aren’t taken for bar seats; the best patio tables book up online weeks in advance, so plan ahead or arrive early.
The Financial District Old Fashioned—a riff with local bitters and a massive ice cube—gets our nod, but seafood towers are a major flex too.
Perfect for two to four, but larger groups should call ahead; it’s intimate, and anything over six gets tricky during cocktail hour.
Expect $18–$24 for cocktails and $12–$36 for snacks and share plates—definitely special-occasion pricing.
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