Daphne restaurant bathroom

A look at the three swanky Toronto restaurants added to list of luxurious bathrooms

The list of premium Toronto restaurant bathrooms just got bigger! A toilet paper brand recently inducted three more Toronto restaurants to the ‘Cashmere UltraLuxe Bathroom Guide’, an exclusive ranking of some of the most luxurious restaurant bathrooms in the city.  The latest bathroom inductees are located at Mott 32, Blue Bovine, and Daphne (all within the core of Toronto).

“In our country’s most prestigious restaurant scenes, the bathrooms are an extension of the customer experience, which is why we’re proud to honour three more restaurants that do justice to the ‘UltraLuxe’ name,” Susan Irving, CMO at Kruger Products, said in a statement.

The guide rates “restaurant bathroom excellence”, so a panel looks at everything including lighting, amenities, comfort, and more. Bathrooms are awarded 1, 2, or 3 “Fleurs”, the “Fleur distinction” (inspired by Cashmere bathroom tissue’s unique embossing pattern), and a listing in the official guide:

  • 1 Fleur (a score of 70 and over) is considered a luxurious experience/worth a look;
  • 2 Fleurs (a score of 80-89) is considered beyond expectations/worth a photo op; and
  • 3 Fleurs (90-100) is considered outstanding and “gasp-worthy”, it’s worth stepping into the bathroom first!

Mott 32 was given 3 Fleurs, Blue Bovine was given 2 Fleurs, and Daphne was given 1 Fleur.

Mott 32 restaurant bathroom
Mott 32 restaurant bathroom
Blue Bovine restaurant bathroom
Blue Bovine restaurant bathroom

“Entering such a dynamic culinary scene, we looked to bring a certain level of excellence throughout the entire experience at Mott 32”, Romano Castillo, general manager of Mott 32, said in a statement. “From the moment you walk in, to the moment you exit, the look and feel of a place should leave a lasting impression. We are thrilled that Cashmere has recognized this and created a guide to showcase restaurants beyond its food and couldn’t be more honoured to be included as the newest inductees.”

Regarding Blue Bovine’s 2 Fleurs, Nadia Di Donato, vice-president, creative director of Liberty Entertainment Group/Blue Bovine, said that this restroom “transcends mere functionality”, and is an essential extension of the guest experience, embodying the restaurant’s brand and attention to detail.

“The ultra-modern design, featuring private stalls and a unisex trough-style wash area, offers a contemporary twist on the rustic ambiance of a classic steakhouse washroom,” Di Donato said. “High-end materials—such as natural stone, floor-to-ceiling bronze mirrors, and sultry mood lighting—transform the space into an experience all its own, leaving a lasting impression.”

The guide was launched this spring with three inaugural Toronto inductees: DaNico (3 Fleurs), Piano Piano (2 Fleurs), and And/Ore (2 Fleurs).

The judging panel considers every fine detail, with experts reviewing nominations to determine the latest Toronto restaurants inducted into the guide.

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