GUSTO 101 LARGE GROUP DINING & PRIVATE EVENTS
OUR RESTAURANT Gusto (pronounced Goo-sto) means tasty in Italian. Since opening our doors in 2012, Gusto 101 has been serving up modern takes on Southern Italian classics. As with Trattoria Nervosa in Yorkville, Janet Zuccarini has meshed a passion for creating memorable food with a vision for delivering soulful, transporting dining experiences We put as much care and consideration into our food and drink as we do our architecture and design. Located in a repurposed garage in the heart of downtown Toronto, our restaurant has become a neighborhood gathering place. Whether you re craving the warmth of a wood-fired grill or seasonal cocktail on our rooftop patio, we do our best to merge the everyday with the exceptional. Guests love Gusto 101 not only for our food and service, but also for our celebratory vibe! As a result, we ve become adept at hosting memorable private dining experiences that leave our guests beyond satisfied. If you re looking to host a private event for a group of more than 14 we have the following options for you. We look forward to seeing you!
THE PRIVATE WINE CELLAR Our cozy Private Wine Cellar, is also known as our in-house micro winery. The oak barrels lining the walls, are aging our very own Gusto 101 Reserva, which we serve from our bars by the glass or by the bottle. The space offers an intimate dining experience for any event. *The Wine Cellar comes with A/V capabilities. A 55 TV is located at the head of the table for presentations and/or slideshows. It can connect to any laptop via HDMI cord. You are also welcome to hook up to our speaker system and play your own tunes! Capacity Seated Private Event: 20 people max Minimum spends Dinner Sunday Monday: $1000 Tuesday Wednesday: $1200 Thursday-Saturday: $1400 Lunch Everyday: $800 *Prices mentioned above are before tax, 3% administration fee and 18% gratuity
THE ROOFTOP PARTY TABLE Our Rooftop Patio, with a retractable glass rooftop, is our year-long sanctuary! Your Party will be seated along our banquet, underneath our renowned vintage GOOD YEAR sign. Although your group has your own section of the restaurant, we describe it as non-private, because you re in the mix of the other Gusto 101 guests. Its rustic, industrial feel, and lively atmosphere is perfect for celebrating under the sun all season long. Capacity Seated Non-Private Event: 30 people max Minimum spends Dinner: 15-20 people Sunday Monday: $ 1000 Tuesday Wednesday: $1200 Thursday-Saturday: $1400 Dinner: 21-30 people Sunday Monday: $ 1500 Tuesday Wednesday: $1800 Thursday-Saturday: $2100 Lunch Everyday: $800 *Prices mentioned above are before tax, 3% administration fee and 18% gratuity
THE ROOFTOP BUYOUT Pushing the boundaries to make an extraordinary dining experience, our retractable glass rooftop creates just that, with a patio season that doesn t have to end when summer does. All Canadians can appreciate its thermally insulated glass, which will keep you comfortable even in the middle of January! The Rooftop is an ideal space for both standing cocktail events, with passed canapes, or formal seated dinners. Capacity Seated Private Event: 80 100 people max Standing Private Event: 120 people max Minimum spends *Prices vary based on the season and the day of the week you are looking to book with us! *Please contact our events manager for a more information. Kathleen@gusto54.com 416.504.9669
THE FULL RESTAURANT BUYOUT Get the full Gusto 101 experience with a Full Restaurant Buyout! Includes our; Street Level Patio, Main Floor Dining Room, and all-season Rooftop Patio. Comes equipped with 2 bar areas situated on the Main Floor and Rooftop, to keep the drinks flowing and your guests happy. An ideal space for both standing cocktail events, with passed canapes, or formal seated dinners. Capacity Seated Private Event: 180 people max Standing Private Event: 220 people max Minimum spends *Prices vary based on the season and the day of the week you are looking to book with us! *Please contact our events manager for a more information. Kathleen@gusto54.com 416.504.9669
YOUR EVENT MENU SELECTION We've designed our Nonna Menus specifically for parties of 9 or more! Picture this; surrounded by your closest friends and family, with platters of delicious food placed on the table, and everyone helps themselves. Plus, it s lots of fun! BEVERAGES All beverages are charged per drink ordered - alcoholic and non-alcoholic. WINE For our wine-on-tap you are charged by the ounce. For wine from our list you are charged by the bottle opened. In accordance with liquor licensing regulations we do not have the permit that allows guests to bring in their own wine or alcohol. ON-SITE CONTACT The floor manager and server will be your direct on-site contacts the day of your event Our Events Manager will pass along the name of our Manager prior to your event, and they will introduce themselves upon your arrival. They are there to assist with anything that may arise throughout your visit with us! FLOW OF YOUR EVENT W We will work with you personally to organize the timing and flow of your event. For best flow, do speeches in-between courses and dessert. *Note: Although we appreciate a good toast, speeches and presentations are difficult to facilitate on the Rooftop Party Table, as it is not private. COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES Staff and Service Team Printed and/or Custom Menus Our House made Bread All Standard table settings (flatware, glasses, candles) Wine Cellar: 50 audio-visual screen for presentations Wine Cellar: You are welcome to connect your ipod for personalized music.
THE DEAL MINIMUM SPENDS Instead of a rental fee we simply have a minimum spend for all food and beverage purchases. The prices vary based on the number of people in your party, and the day of the week! Our Events Manager is happy to work with you to help manage the costs, and ensure your able to reach the minimum spend. The server will also keep you updated throughout your experience to ensure you are in the loop, and can see where your bill stands, nearing the end of your event. In the event that you do not reach the minimum spend, the difference will be billed as a room charge. The minimum spends are based on all food and beverages before 3% admin fee, 18 % gratuity and tax. BILLING OPTIONS We have 4 billing options for large groups. Please indicate your preference on your reservation form. 1 bill (one full payment) 1 bill (multiple payments of equal amounts) 2 bills: one bill containing all beverages purchased and one bill containing all food purchased (one full payment per bill) 2 bills: one bill containing all beverages purchased and one bill containing all food purchased (multiple payments of equal amounts) GRATUITY We always want to ensure your guests are receiving the upmost of welcoming and attentive service. A standard gratuity of 18% will be added to your final bill at your convenience. However, we encourage our guests to provide the gratuity amount that they feel fitting based on their experience. ADMINISTRATION FEE For private dining reservations, an administration fee of 3% will be added your final bill. This additional fee is not a gratuity and is applied to cover the expenses associated with the planning and administration of your event, and any additional support or preparation to ensure a successful event CANCELLATION POLICY In order to secure the Wine Cellar or Rooftop Party Table, a credit card is required on file to hold the space for you. In the event of a cancellation, the amount of $150.00 will be charged to the credit card on file.