El Convento Rico Restaurant and Club

What is El Convento Rico Restaurant and Club? Anchoring 750 College Street in the thick of Little Italy since 1992, El Convento Rico is a historic cultural institution founded by Maritza Yumbla as an inclusive haven for Toronto’s Latin and 2SLGBTQ+ communities. The subterranean space embraces a throwback nightclub aesthetic with neon ambient lighting, a centralized dance floor, high-top bar perches, and plush VIP banquettes designed for group celebrations. By day and evening, the vibe stays low-key, but come late night, the room transforms into one of the city's most electric dance parties.

El Convento Rico Restaurant and Club Menu & What to Order While nightlife and entertainment drive the energy, the venue serves up Latin party staples, tapas, and high-octane drinks built to keep the crowd going into the early hours. Sip on ice-cold jugs of house sangria, fresh tequila margaritas, or buckets of imported cervezas before sharing plates of crisp empanadas, chips with guacamole, and street-style tacos. For large gatherings and milestone events, dedicated bottle service packages and champagne pairings anchor the VIP tables surrounding the stage.

Know Before You Go Operating primarily on Friday and Saturday nights from 9:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. (alongside select long-weekend Sundays), the club sees its biggest rush starting around 11:00 p.m. ahead of the midnight drag shows and salsa sessions. General admission is walk-in at the door with a cover fee, though booth reservations and bottle service must be pre-booked online. Street parking along College is tight, so taking the 506 Carlton streetcar right to Crawford or Shaw Street is your best transit bet.