Entire Venue at Founder Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

1282 Dundas Street West, Toronto, ON M6J 1X7 –
Old Toronto

About this space

Like Toronto's creative spirit, Founder's aesthetic represents modern elegance with details rooted in its cultured history.

At the heart of the room, our back bar glows radiantly against the deep green marbled counter that lines our west wall. The soft-crafted textures of our seating welcome the contrast and rawness of the concrete that surrounds it, while lighting helps to set just the right mood.

More importantly, our seating and floorplans are adaptable, while the space is flexible enough to be dressed up or down to suit the ambiance of your event.

Chef Kendall Collingridge can work with your team to design a specially curated menu for plates big and small. His critically acclaimed dishes continue to put Founder on the map and are sure to be a highlight amongst your guests.


Prices

Sunday
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$70 per person
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$7500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$70 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include sales tax.
25% deposit required.
Price depends on the food, set menu, and drink or liquor of choice, as well as if an open bar is desired.
Open bar $6k minimum spend.
Standing event from $55 per person.; Seated dinner from $80 per person.
*tax and gratuity excluded.
Monday
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$70 per person
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$7500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$70 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include sales tax.
25% deposit required.
Price depends on the food, set menu, and drink or liquor of choice, as well as if an open bar is desired.
Open bar $6k minimum spend.
Standing event from $55 per person.; Seated dinner from $80 per person.
*tax and gratuity excluded.
Tuesday
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$70 per person
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$7500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$70 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include sales tax.
25% deposit required.
Price depends on the food, set menu, and drink or liquor of choice, as well as if an open bar is desired.
Open bar $6k minimum spend.
Standing event from $55 per person.; Seated dinner from $80 per person.
*tax and gratuity excluded.
Wednesday
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$70 per person
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$7500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$70 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include sales tax.
25% deposit required.
Price depends on the food, set menu, and drink or liquor of choice, as well as if an open bar is desired.
Open bar $6k minimum spend.
Standing event from $55 per person.; Seated dinner from $80 per person.
*tax and gratuity excluded.
Thursday
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$70 per person
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$7500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from C$70 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include sales tax.
25% deposit required.
Price depends on the food, set menu, and drink or liquor of choice, as well as if an open bar is desired.
Open bar $6k minimum spend.
Standing event from $55 per person.; Seated dinner from $80 per person.
*tax and gratuity excluded.
Friday
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from C$100 per person
Per session
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from C$7500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from C$100 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include sales tax.
25% deposit required.
Price depends on the food, set menu, and drink or liquor of choice, as well as if an open bar is desired.
Open bar $6k minimum spend.
Standing event from $55 per person.; Seated dinner from $80 per person.
*tax and gratuity excluded.
Saturday
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from C$100 per person
Per session
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from C$7500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from C$100 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include sales tax.
25% deposit required.
Price depends on the food, set menu, and drink or liquor of choice, as well as if an open bar is desired.
Open bar $6k minimum spend.
Standing event from $55 per person.; Seated dinner from $80 per person.
*tax and gratuity excluded.

Capacity

Standing
up to 60
Dining
up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Disabled access toilets
Ground level

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

- No smoking in the building.


We opened Founder in June 2018 and quickly gained a reputation for our skillfully crafted cocktails and globally-inspired dishes. Today, with an expanded food program and the same award-winning cocktails, we are proud to serve our community as a contemporary bistro.

We are ideally situated on Dundas Street in Toronto, right in the heart of the vibrant neighborhood known as Little Portugal. This prime location immerses you in the rich culture and lively atmosphere of the area.

One of the major advantages of our location is its proximity to the city's excellent public transportation system. Whether you're a local seeking a convenient spot to relax or a visitor eager to explore the city, the location of our bar makes it a convenient and accessible choice.

Founder combines our love for exceptional food and cocktails with our passion for building community around them. We believe that all the best things start by bringing people together and feel privileged to surround ourselves with a team and community that helps make that a reality every night. Chef Kendall brings into every dish with an eclectic mix of flavors that crosses borders and cultures. There's a reason we say it's the most Toronto menu you'll ever taste.


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