Elevating Gastronomy to New Heights at Aera

Toronto’s destination for peak indulgence, Aera (pronounced “era”) pays homage to 21st century American cuisine. Offering panoramic city views from the 38th floor of The Well, Aera’s menu of reinvented classics, sushi, and steakhouse favourites brings a fresh elegance to Toronto’s fine dining scene.

Address

38th floor, The Well
8 Spadina Avenue
Toronto, ON M5V 2H6
(647) 258-5207

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Capacities

Amelia: Seated: 40
max capacity with AV is 36

Please note: Minimum spend required (before taxes and gratuity). Inquire for rates.

The Wright (semi-private): Seated: 16

Please note: Minimum spend required (before taxes and gratuity). Inquire for rates.

Restaurant Buyout
Seated: 115
Reception: 250

Please note: Minimum spend required (before taxes and gratuity). Inquire for rates.

Special Features

Aera’s idyllic setting and sleek design features a luxuriously appointed cocktail bar, impressive sushi counter, and an expansive open-air terrace set to launch in summer 2024.

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Wedding & Celebration

Upon entering The Carlu’s 10,000 square foot Grand Foyer, your guests will be transported back to an era of worldly glamour. The Carlu is an exceptional venue for stylish and sophisticated weddings, fashion shows, art exhibits, live entertainment performances and countless other social and cultural celebrations.

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Corporate Event

Whether it’s a gala dinner in the Concert Hall, a product launch in the Round Room, or a luncheon in the Sky Room, The Carlu is well-equipped to host clients on any scale. The Carlu’s handsome multi-functional space features four distinct rooms to accommodate any corporate need.

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Social Event

From a sun-soaked exchange of vows in the Sky Room to an elegant cocktail reception around the Lalique fountain, The Carlu’s stunning architectural features will make your celebration one to remember through the ages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are menus created for my function?

All menus must be preset

Menus are based upon our current seasonal selections You are able to interchange items between menus—prices will be adjusted based upon your final selections

Custom menus, including a preselected or onsite selected entrée, are subject to a service surcharge

The only outside food item permitted in The Carlu is your celebratory cake or cupcakes (subject to a cake cutting fee)

Any other outside food is subject to management approval (subject to service fee)

How is wine selected for my function?

If a host bar is chosen, wines will be charged based on bottles consumed

Wine must be selected from our current list

We are not able to order wines that are not part of our current selection

In accordance with liquor licensing regulations we cannot permit our guests to bring in their own wine or alcohol

What are the maximum capacities of the event spaces?

The Concert Hall can accommodate up to 600 guests for a seated dining event, 1,500 guests for a standing cocktail reception, or 1,200 seated in theatre-style.

The Round Room can accommodate up to 300 guests for a seated dining event or 400 guests for a standing cocktail reception. The Sky Room in addition to the Round Room adds capacity to a standing reception event.

The Clipper Rooms can accommodate up to 50 guests for a seated dining event or 70 guests for a standing cocktail reception.

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“The look is ’30s glam, from the art deco Lalique fountain in the Round Room to the ebony and bird’s-eye maple in the concert hall.”

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Elevating Gastronomy to New Heights at Aera

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Offering panoramic city views from the 38th floor of The Well

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The Carlu Event Venue

Frequently Asked Questions

How are menus created for my function?

How is wine selected for my function?

What are the maximum capacities of the event spaces?

Press & Accolades

“The look is ’30s glam, from the art deco Lalique fountain in the Round Room to the ebony and bird’s-eye maple in the concert hall.”

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