Opening November 21, 2025, on the second floor of 129 Yorkville Avenue, Powder Room occupies intimate space designed for sophisticated nightlife without the formality that often accompanies fine dining. Liberty Entertainment Group - the hospitality company behind Don Alfonso 1890's Michelin star, BlueBlood Steakhouse, and Casa Loma's event transformation - brings three decades of experience to this supper club concept. Founder Nick Di Donato's vision centers on creating atmosphere where exceptional food and cocktails don't require special occasions to justify the experience. The result blends old-world romance with modern allure, where refined execution meets approachable sophistication.
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World-Class Cocktails from Global Recognition
Jacob Martin leads Powder Room's beverage program, bringing credentials that extend well beyond Toronto's cocktail scene. As 2023 World Class Global Bartender of the Year, Martin conquered over 10,000 competitors from 55 countries through four days of challenges testing technique, gastronomy, speed, and presentation before global industry legends. This achievement marked Canada's third global title in the competition - more than any other country - joining previous Canadian winners Kaitlyn Stewart (2017) and James Grant (2021).
Martin's approach emphasizes inventive drinks and elevated bottle service calibrated for various preferences. His philosophy, developed through experience opening Bar Pompette and running Bar Banane's seasonal produce-driven cocktail menus, translates into beverage experiences where ingredients shine through sophisticated yet accessible presentations. The program features custom cocktails designed to surprise while maintaining approachability, with bottle service offerings suited for both intimate gatherings and celebratory occasions.
Street-Style Michelin-Worthy Cuisine
Executive Chef Karina Gilverson executes menus curated by Michelin-recognized chefs, reimagining classic cravings through what the kitchen describes as "street-style Michelin-worthy" philosophy. This approach manifests most distinctly in the signature Caviar Chicken Nuggets - eight pieces served in custom-designed branded boxes with premium caviar tins alongside classic accompaniments. The dish elevates nostalgic favorites into genuine indulgence, demonstrating how refined technique can enhance familiar formats.
Caviar service provides options ranging from classic presentations - one tin served with handmade gluten-free blinis, crème fraîche, mashed potatoes, red onion, egg yolk powder, and egg white powder - to flights offering variety sampling or single bumps for abbreviated experiences. The selection includes Imperial Kaluga, Siberian Baeri, Royale Ossetra, and Beluga varieties, accommodating various familiarity levels with this luxury ingredient.
Small plates feature Oysters Rockefeller, beef tartare, and tuna crudo executed with precision, while wagyu hot dogs and elevated potato chips receive couture-level attention in presentation and ingredient quality. The menu balances sophistication with comfort, maintaining standards that reflect Liberty Group's reputation across their Toronto portfolio while avoiding pretense.
Design Creating Cinematic Atmosphere
Award-winning designer Nadia Di Donato, Liberty Group's Vice President and Creative Director, selected every detail creating Powder Room's distinctive atmosphere. Rich velvet seating in jewel tones provides intimate conversation spaces, surrounded by marble accents and Dolce & Gabbana wall coverings that reference high-fashion glamour. Kelly Wearstler upholstery adds texture and depth, while soft candlelight illuminates corners designed for connection and mystery.
The namesake powder rooms carry personality - an authentic Banksy "Monkey Queen" transforms functional spaces into conversation pieces. At the venue's heart sits a cutting-edge interactive art sphere housing contemporary installations where technology and creativity converge. This element distinguishes Powder Room from typical supper clubs, providing immersive art experiences that evolve over time, inviting exploration and engagement with contemporary artistic expression.
Live music programming completes the sensory experience, with performances calibrated for sophisticated atmosphere that enhances rather than overwhelms conversation. The second-floor location provides intimacy while maintaining accessibility, creating settings where guests can transition from dinner to late-night cocktails without relocating venues.
Hospitality Heritage Meeting Contemporary Innovation
Liberty Entertainment Group's three-decade history includes transforming Casa Loma from sleepy landmark into multi-programmed venue, establishing Michelin-starred Don Alfonso 1890, creating BlueBlood Steakhouse's sophisticated approach, developing DaNico's intimate dining in a heritage bank building, and launching Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi House at Union Station alongside multiple Cibo Wine Bar locations. This portfolio demonstrates the company's range across Toronto's hospitality landscape - each venue serving distinct occasions while maintaining consistent quality standards.
Powder Room joins this collection as the nightlife-focused concept, designed for regular sophisticated evenings rather than exclusively special occasions. The supper club format with world-class cocktails, Michelin-worthy cuisine, live music, and contemporary art creates layered experiences where culinary excellence, beverage mastery, and cultural engagement intersect. The à la carte approach allows flexibility - full meals, cocktails with small plates, or abbreviated visits all receive the same execution standards that have defined Liberty Group's reputation since 1986.
Frequently Asked Questions About Powder Room Yorkville
What atmosphere can guests expect at Powder Room?
Powder Room blends sophistication with approachability - refined execution without formal dining pressure. The second-floor space features rich velvet seating, marble accents, Dolce & Gabbana wall coverings, and candlelight creating intimate atmosphere designed for conversation and connection. Live music provides sophisticated backdrop without overwhelming discussion, while the interactive art sphere offers contemporary installations for cultural engagement. The concept eliminates special-occasion requirements, allowing guests to enjoy world-class cocktails and Michelin-worthy cuisine in beautiful settings without needing anniversaries or celebrations to justify the experience.
Who leads Powder Room's cocktail program?
Jacob Martin, 2023 World Class Global Bartender of the Year, directs the beverage program. His title represents conquest over 10,000 global competitors through challenges testing technique, gastronomy, speed, presentation, and creativity across four days in São Paulo, Brazil. Canada has won this prestigious competition three times - more than any other country - with Martin joining previous winners Kaitlyn Stewart (2017) and James Grant (2021). His inventive approach emphasizes quality and creativity accessible to various guest preferences, from cocktail connoisseurs to casual drinkers seeking exceptional experiences.
What are Powder Room's signature culinary offerings?
The signature Caviar Chicken Nuggets exemplify the "street-style Michelin-worthy" philosophy - eight nuggets in custom-branded boxes with premium caviar tins, elevating nostalgic comfort food through refined ingredients and presentation. Caviar service includes Imperial Kaluga, Siberian Baeri, Royale Ossetra, and Beluga varieties available as classic presentations with handmade blinis and accompaniments, flights for variety sampling, or single bumps. Small plates feature Oysters Rockefeller, beef tartare, tuna crudo, wagyu hot dogs, and elevated potato chips - all receiving couture-level attention from Executive Chef Karina Gilverson executing menus curated by Michelin-recognized chefs.
What makes the interactive art sphere unique?
The cutting-edge sphere represents Powder Room's commitment to contemporary art integration, housing installations where technology and creativity converge for immersive guest experiences. Unlike static art displays, the sphere invites active engagement with evolving contemporary works, creating cultural dimension beyond typical supper club offerings. This element positions Powder Room as destination for guests valuing artistic exploration alongside culinary and cocktail excellence, distinguishing it from venues focusing solely on food and beverage programming.
How does Powder Room differ from other Liberty Group venues?
Each Liberty Entertainment Group venue serves distinct occasions - Don Alfonso 1890 offers Michelin-starred Italian tasting menus, BlueBlood Steakhouse provides formal steakhouse dining at Casa Loma, DaNico presents intimate eight-course experiences, and Cibo Wine Bar locations deliver casual-elegant Italian dining. Powder Room fills the sophisticated nightlife gap, designed for regular enjoyment rather than exclusively special occasions. The supper club format with world-class cocktails, street-style Michelin-worthy cuisine, live music, and contemporary art creates atmosphere where guests can transition from dinner to late-night cocktails in single locations without the formality typical of traditional fine dining establishments.
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Powder Room Yorkville
129 Yorkville Ave, 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M5R 1B9
https://powderroomyorkville.com
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