- Best for
- A small Mexican dinner near the Fox Theatre
- Neighbourhood
- The Beaches
- Address
- 2222A Queen Street East, Toronto, ON M4E 1H2
- Price
- Google-reported $30 to $70 per person. Check prices and portion sizes.
- Phone
- 647-827-9070
Choose XOLA for a small Mexican dinner near the Fox Theatre. Our first order would be a mole dish or duck confit, if available. Those choices come up across the owner’s account of the cooking, recent Google feedback and other diner discussions.
This is a sit-down dinner choice with a broad reported spending range. Skip it if your main goal is the cheapest taco stop. Value divides diners more than the room’s small size does, so check portion sizes and prices before building a meal from several dishes.
What makes the food worth a look
XOLA’s cooking is shaped by owner Malinali Fernandez and her family’s Mexican recipes. In a July 2026 interview with Beach Metro, she described how the kitchen develops its mole sauces and duck dishes. Mole is a rich sauce made with many ingredients. It is a useful place to start if you want more than a quick taco.
The family opened the restaurant in 2013. The same interview describes fish dishes, lamb and a changing approach to duck confit. Do not assume an old photo shows the exact version on tonight’s menu. Ask what is being served now.
Recent Google reviews praise the small room, friendly welcome and carefully prepared food. Diner discussions in 2026 also single out mole and duck. Our recommendation is to choose one of those dishes because there is a clear research trail behind it, rather than ordering a long list just to sample everything.
Google reports a broad spending band of $30 to $70 per person. That is a visitor-reported range, not a restaurant quote or a promise that tax, drinks and a tip are included. Ask how many pieces or tortillas come with a dish before deciding how much food your table needs.
The official menu page is the place to start, but we could not confirm a complete current item-and-price list from it. We have therefore left out old prices and an unverified claim about a single taco’s cost. Read the table menu or call before making a special trip on a tight budget.
The good: XOLA offers a personal, small-restaurant dinner with dishes that have a strong base of repeat recommendations. It is especially useful when you are already in the east Beaches for an evening.
The drawback: Some recent diners think the food costs too much for the portions. Others return for it. Our judgement is to book it for a full evening out and choose deliberately. It is a weaker match for a bargain food crawl.
Plan a small dinner near the Fox
XOLA is at 2222 Queen Street East. Google labels the storefront 2222A. It is close to the Fox Theatre at 2236 Queen Street East, which makes dinner and a film a sensible pairing. Book early enough to eat without watching the clock through your main course.
The restaurant’s walls are part of its character. Current photographs show colourful murals, including a fox and hummingbird. They help explain why the room feels distinct from a plain takeout counter. They do not tell you how busy or loud it will be on your visit.
The official location page lists evening service from 5 p.m. on every day except Tuesday, when it is closed. Closing is 8:30 p.m. Monday and Sunday, 9 p.m. Wednesday, 9:30 p.m. Thursday and 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Confirm holiday hours and the last kitchen order before a late visit.
Call 647-827-9070 before arriving with a group. This is a small room. The owner’s July interview describes a street patio operating from May through September, but weather and the actual season’s closing date affect outdoor seating. Ask for the seat you want rather than assuming a patio table will be available.
Old listings describe XOLA as cash-only. Google’s current payment section lists cards and mobile payments, while its short description still says cash-only. That conflict is a good reason to ask the restaurant directly. Do not plan your evening around an old payment label.
We could not verify a complete step-free entrance and washroom route. If access matters for your visit, call and ask about the entrance, the route to the washroom and space at the table. For food allergies, name the ingredient and ask about the actual dish. A sauce with many ingredients needs a clearer check than a quick guess from its name.
Use the exact map below and check TTC service for your travel date. Our Beaches food and film guide gives more context for an evening in the area.
Our verdict: Book XOLA for a small dinner, start with the kitchen’s more involved dishes and ask about portion sizes. Choose another stop if you need a cheap, quick lunch or a large group table without planning ahead.
Frequently asked questions
Where is XOLA in Toronto?
It is at 2222 Queen Street East in the Beaches. Google labels the storefront 2222A. The Fox Theatre is nearby at 2236 Queen Street East.
What should I order at XOLA?
Our research-based first choice is a mole dish or duck confit, if it is on the current menu. Both have support in the owner’s description of the cooking and diner feedback. Ask about the version being served that evening.
Is XOLA a cheap taco place?
That is not our reason to choose it. Google visitors report a broad range of $30 to $70 per person, and value divides diners. Check prices and portion sizes before ordering several dishes.
Is XOLA cash-only?
Public listings conflict. Google’s payment section lists cards and mobile payments, but its short description still says cash-only. Call 647-827-9070 for the current policy.
Does XOLA have a patio?
The owner described a street patio running from May through September in a July 2026 interview. Weather and the season’s actual closing date affect availability. Confirm outdoor seating before booking for it.
Is XOLA open for lunch?
The official hours checked for this entry start at 5 p.m. It is closed Tuesday. Use the restaurant’s current hours rather than a generic Google tag that says lunch or brunch.
Can I combine dinner with the Fox Theatre?
Yes, the two addresses are close on Queen Street East. Reserve an early dinner and leave enough time before your film. A small restaurant is a poor choice for a tight, last-minute meal deadline.
Location
Open XOLA Toronto: Mexican Dinner in the Beaches, Prices and Tips in Google Maps