Allen's, The Danforth
8 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto10 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Allen's on the Danforth is recommended for steak as well as for an annual steak festival mentioned by several commenters. A diner who ate from the regular menu found the steak excellent, and another praises the steak and sides as a budget-conscious meal. Festival reports mention a range of cuts; check current dates and offerings before making a special trip. Caveats include a less formal steakhouse feel and a diner who preferred Paris Steak.
Address
Allen's, 143 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1N2, Canada
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Tomahawk steak, Tenderloin
- Best for
- Budget
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/Sir_Tainley in r/askTO · Jan 2024variety
Says Allen's runs a steak festival with cuts from many cattle, an experience unmatched in the city; book early.
- Recommendsu/groggygirl in r/askTO · Feb 2024taste
Expects their steak to be strong given their other food, and mentions an annual steak event.
- Mixedu/solvn_probs_lk_maria in r/askTO · Dec 2025ambience
Loves Allen's but says it lacks a steakhouse feel, which may not suit the grandmother's wishes.
- Recommendsu/objectsubjectverb in r/askTO · Dec 2025taste
Recommends Allen's on Danforth for a strong steak with good sides, at a price that suits a modest budget.
- Recommendsu/ReeG in r/askTO · Feb 2024taste
Recently ate steak there before a show nearby and found it excellent.
- Recommendsu/Frodo6753 in r/FoodToronto · May 2026value
Regularly gets a tomahawk there during a February steak event and calls it good value and tasty.
- Caveatu/bourbonkitten in r/askTO · Mar 2026taste
Says they enjoyed Paris Steak more than Allen's, ranking Allen's below it.
- Recommendsu/rahkinto in r/FoodToronto · Nov 2024
Enthusiastically recommends this Danforth spot and mentions a steak festival, timing unknown to them.
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- Recommendsu/betteryouthanmeson in r/askTO · Jan 2024variety
Recommends the Danforth location for a large steak selection and quality Ontario wines, suggesting trying the tenderloin when offered.
- Recommendsu/PM_ME__RECIPES in r/askTO · Jan 2024
Highly recommends Allen's for a steak meal.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.