Bar Roma

What is Bar Roma? Occupying 229 Ossington Avenue along the lower Ossington strip, Bar Roma is an intimate cocktail lounge and tapas room opened by restaurateur Jagan Atla. Styled by Solid Design Creative, the 52-seat space pairs textured lunar walls and plush velvet banquettes with a striking floral gantry over the central bar, complemented by a secluded back patio. It delivers a moody, late-evening aesthetic that works effortlessly for cocktail dates and relaxed weekend nights.

Bar Roma Menu & What to Order Mixologist AJ Whitener leads an inventive cocktail program designed to play off a globally accented small-plates menu. Crowd favorites include the six-hour braised Lamb Puri Tacos topped with fried avocado and cashew crema, alongside the kebab-spiced Lamb Scotch Eggs and crisp Cajun Zucchini Chips. For mains, the al dente Rigatoni Alla Vodka holds its own, while top drink orders lean toward the tea-and-olive-oil-washed Roma Vesper and the chili-dusted Kashmiri Spiced Margarita.

Know Before You Go Booths fill up fast on Friday and Saturday evenings, making advance reservations on Resy recommended, though walk-ins can regularly snag bar stools during early hours. The bar hosts a regular happy hour running Tuesday through Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. ossington is best reached by the 501 Queen or 505 Dundas streetcars, as nearby street parking is limited on weekends.