Corktown's mix of condos, offices, and historic row houses means a lot of people wrapping up a workday nearby — and NOLA Eatery & Bar in Leslieville is one of the easiest, most walkable dinner spots to unwind at afterward, whether it's a business lunch that ran long or a spontaneous evening cocktail.
The Local Favourite
Why Corktown Visitors Choose NOLA
From client dinners to casual Tuesday nights, here is why the Corktown crowd keeps landing at NOLA:
Walkable Proximity
Steps from Work
Corktown sits close enough to Leslieville that many guests walk or take a short rideshare straight from work.
Business Dinner Ready
Polished & Professional
NOLA's private dining room and quieter corners make it a solid option for a corporate dinner in Toronto or a client meeting that calls for something more polished than a casual bar.
A Cocktail Bar for After Work
The After-Work Pour
The cocktail bar Leslieville crowd includes plenty of Corktown regulars stopping in for an espresso martini or glass of wine before heading home.
An Easy Weeknight Option
Any Given Tuesday
No need to save NOLA for a special occasion — it works just as well as a regular Tuesday dinner spot.
From the Kitchen
What to Order
Start with the French onion soup or calamari, then order the steak frites — a favourite among the after-work crowd. Pair it with a glass from the wine bar Leslieville list.
Getting Here
Plan Your Visit
NOLA Eatery & Bar is a short walk or 5-minute drive from Corktown. Reservations recommended for Thursday and Friday evenings when the post-work crowd is heaviest.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Cuisine | French-Italian |
| Distance from Corktown | ~5-10 minutes (walking or driving) |
| Best For | Business dinner, after-work cocktails, private dining |
Your Table Awaits
Unwind After the Workday
Reserve your table at NOLA Eatery & Bar — just minutes from Corktown at 1161 Queen St E, Toronto.