Eating at the CN Tower Restaurant with young kids – I remember visiting the CN Tower when I was about 14 and getting completely freaked out by the glass floor. One of the biggest draws of the attraction. We found ourselves visiting Toronto again, this time for a family wedding near Lake Ontario. Charlie was three years old at the time. So we decided that having dinner at the CN Tower had to be on our must-see things in Toronto list. And decided to take Charlie to see the panoramic view of the city from the 360-degree restaurant after visiting Ripley’s aquarium.
Eating at the CN Tower Restaurant with young kids
On consideration and looking at the prices for entry we decided to book to have dinner in the 360 restaurants. By doing this it meant that we got free entry to the main observation level including the glass floor! This gave us the added bonus of being able to see the panoramic views both during the day, at dusk and when it’s dark. Without having to keep Charlie entertained for hours…
360 Restaurant Toronto – Prices
Dinner costs $65.00 for 2 courses compared to standard adult entry to the CN Tower of $35.00, so effectively for £15 more (the exchange rate really benefited us when we went) you get to eat in the award-winning restaurant at the top. As you get complimentary access to the CN Tower with your restaurant booking.
The kid’s options are also really well-varied Charlie opted for Atlantic salmon, fries, french beans and asparagus. When it came out it was enough to feed an adult! Children’s meals are also two courses and are $40.00. The waiter was very good with Charlie’s sesame allergy and brought out some rye bread for him. We all enjoyed our menu choices, there is a wide variety to choose from and they offer some a la carte options including a main course of Atlantic lobsters which we can highly recommend along with the ultimate seafood platter which includes Prince Edward Island Mussels. And my husband enjoyed the prime rib. The restaurant prides itself on creating unforgettable food, using regional ingredients and producing market-fresh cuisine. It was nice to be able to enjoy fine dining with Charlie without being made to feel awkward.
Eating in the revolving restaurant
It was the first time we had eaten in a revolving restaurant, especially on the top floor of the tower. It was quite a bizarre feeling rotating around 351 metres above the city while having dinner, it moves quicker than you would imagine. Thankfully not quick enough to make you feel queasy, to complete a full circuit it takes 72 minutes. We got some fantastic photos as we were on the lower level of the restaurant. If booking I would recommend that you request the lower level as it gives much better photo opportunities and the best views over the heart of downtown Toronto. All from the comfort of their table. It really is a unique dining experience and would make a wonderful meal out for a special occasion or romantic date nights.
lthough the food is good value wine selection is quite expensive perhaps it is because it is the highest wine cellar in Canada? You can get up-to-date menu options here they do offer wine pairings for their dishes and offer authentic Canadian wines if you are looking to try something local.
After dinner, we headed downstairs to the observation deck around 7.45 pm. We had booked dinner for 5.45 pm specifically to ensure by the time we had finished it was starting to get dark. Charlie had fun ‘swimming’ on the new glass floor…
You can see into the SkyDome if they have the roof open. Apparently,, the glass is thick enough to withstand 16 elephants standing on it! Although it still freaked me out slightly!
Then we went outside – although it’s quite difficult to actually take photos of the spectacular views. This is partly because of the red light which flashes on and off. And partly because of the safety mesh all around. Personally, I think you get the best view and much better photos inside.
Doing it this way really worked well for us and if we were ever to visit again then we would definitely look to book 360 again t was such a great experience.
Things you need to know about the 360 Restaurant Toronto
- Website – www.cntower.ca
- Prices – Adult (13-64) $35.00, Senior (65+) and child (4-12) $25.00
- Opening Times – open 364 days a year, the observation levels are open 8am-11pm. The 360 restaurant is open for lunch 11am-2.00pm and for dinner 4.30pm to 10.15pm.
Have you been to the top of the CN Tower or had dinner in the CN Tower restaurant? I would love to hear about your experiences in the comments below.
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I’d be too scared of going up the tower!! Sounds like a fab place to visit! #MondayEscapes x
I grew up in Toronto, but have never been up the tower. So, thank you for your views!!
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I am old enough to remember watching it as it grew taller which we could see from our house, 10 miles away.
Awnnn I also went to the CN Tower before, but not to the restaurant!
I am very afraid of heights, so the glass was too much for me hahahaha… my father loved it though!
I hope to visit Toronto once again… I miss Canada!
Thank you for joining #MondayEscapes
It’s really not that bad – surprisingly! 🙂 thanks for stopping by x
That must have been great to watch! Great city we had a lovely time – even managed to catch the CNE x
Would definately recommend if you ever visit again. Thank you for hosting 🙂 xx
So cool! I was there two months ago, loved the views and the glass floor. There were many people on the glass floor so it was difficult for the pictures, but a cool experience anyway 🙂
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Nice! I haven’t back up the CN Tower in years. Thanks for the tips on saving a bit of money by combining dinner and the entry to the observation decks.
Your photos are amazing. And, dinner sounds delicious. Would love to visit Toronto one day.
I will definitely do it 😀
You’re welcome dear!
What a view! We were in Toronto for a couple of day last summer and considered going to the top of the CN tower. The line to get in discouraged us but maybe it was for the best: we are not THAT great with heights and I hadn’t even realised there was a glass floor… embarassing panic moment avoided 🙂
Great photos! We went there a few months ago and also ate at the restaurant. I confess that I did get a bit queasy with the movement, but the views were outstanding. Toronto was such a fun city to explore as a family, I hope we get to go back. #MondayEscapes
I think we got a bit lucky with timings – hope you had a great time 🙂 x
Would definitely recommend although probably better for older children or a couples get away 🙂
I think that was another bonus of going when we did as there was no queue. But it was late morning when we arrived at the aquarium! Incase you ever find yourself there again the glass floor isn’t actually that big so you could avoid it if you wanted :), thank you for stopping by x
Aw great, glad you had a great time exploring :). Thank you for stopping by x
Like Monkey’s style – salmon and asaparagus! I went up the CN Tower when I was about 15 – we have family in Toronto – and remember the same, I was pretty scared of the glass bottom! But that’s so worth having the lunch in the restuarant considering the entry price – win win! Thanks for linking up with #MondayEscapes
Thanks for the info! I have added Toronto to my to do list.
Lovely photos and the views from the top are stunning! I would freak out standing on a glass to, just scary! It’s nice when you dine out in restaurant knowing they have kids menu, isn’t it? #momsterslink
Wonderful view and photos! I would be rather scared by the glass floor as well – how do they really know it can withstand 16 elephants standing on it and what happens if some larger guests all stand on it at once?! Sounds well worth having the lunch in view of the fact you’ve got to pay out for the entry to the tower anyway, plus good that there are kids’ options as well 🙂 Best wishes Rosemary, Le Chic En Rose #MondayEscapes
Thank you for stopping by and for hosting 🙂 xx
I was a bit dubious to start with but they catered really well for kids and there were actually quite a few – thank you for stopping by x
I love finding new places that I want to visit. Toronto is on my husband’s and I’s bucket list ….someday. The floor would probably freak me out too. Thanks for sharing with #momsterslink! Good to have you back in the blogging world!
I have no idea and it does make you wonder doesn’t it! Thankfully it wasn’t too busy when we went which meant we didn’t need to find out! Lol! Thank you for stopping by x
I am sure you will have a great time 🙂 thank you – good to be back and thanks for hosting #momsterslink x
I loved Toronto when I visited, especially the CN Tower peeking out for a photo whichever way I turned. And I did the same as you, eating in the restaurant which us a great way to skip the queues – no wine for me as I did an Edge Walk outside after (and they breathalyse you before you can go out!). No need to worry about the glass floor 😉 Thanks for joining up with #citytripping
That really sounds amazing. I did something similar in New York at the top of the Twin Towers!
Great place to eat and get views! Definitely cost-effective to get dinner there and then you can view at your leisure too. I’ve never been to Toronto but would love to visit- the CN Tower looks like a must-go. Particularly like your picture of Monkey ‘swimming’. Thanks for linking up to #citytripping
This post especially resonated with me as I’m from Toronto! Glad that you got to visit the top on a clear day … and the dome to the Roger’s Centre was open – what a view! Sounds like you had a great time at the CN Tower 🙂 #citytripping