Mention cocktail bars to most Torontonians who frequent the scene, and a few names are bound to come up: BarChef, Civil Liberties and the award-winning Bar Pompette are just a few favourites, with plenty of others on the tips of tongues. Enter Maaya, a new late-night haunt thatโs shaking up the Toronto cocktail scene with immersive drinks and upscale bites, all rooted in ancient philosophies.
Opened just a few short months ago, Maaya offers a moody and dark vibe that sets the perfect backdrop for its immersive cocktail experience. Picture red velvet chairs lining the expansive bar, marble countertops gleaming under dim lights, and vibrant, mysterious decor that perfectly reflects the bar’s theme of illusion.
Maayaโs menu features a range of sharable plates inspired by both Eastern and Western cultures. Begin with the chicken karaage โ crispy, soy-citrus-marinated bites โ and pair it with the tuna ceviche, topped with creamy avocado and sweet mango.
Other dishes worth noting include the lamb chops seasoned with Asian spices and served with mint and cardamom yogurt and the grilled red garlic shrimp marinated in a fragrant ginger-garlic sauce. And you canโt leave without trying the truffle friesโcrispy, indulgent and the perfect sidekick to your cocktails.