Luxury restaurant, café & bar renovations in Toronto and the GTA
If you’ve been searching restaurant renovation, restaurant renovations Toronto, restaurant contractor or café renovation and still don’t have a clear path forward, we can help. We take your brand, operations, and building constraints and turn them into a realistic scope and budget.
Who we work with
Is it time to renovate your restaurant, café or bar?
Many owners and operators arrive here after searching “restaurant renovation Toronto,” “restaurant contractor,” “bar renovation” or “café interior design.” This page is for you if any of the situations below sound familiar.
You’re opening a new restaurant, café or bar and need a full restaurant fit-out — from floor plan and kitchen adjacency to lighting, finishes and washrooms.
You operate an existing venue and keep searching “small restaurant renovation,” “restaurant remodeling ideas” or “how to refresh dining room without closing for months.”
Your kitchen and front-of-house no longer support your menu, covers or service style, and you need hospitality interior design that actually considers operations.
You’re comparing quotes from restaurant renovation contractors and want a partner who can handle both design and construction, not just the build.
You want your space to feel memorable to guests and efficient for staff, without endless back-and-forth between designers, landlords, consultants and trades.
Our process
How we run a restaurant or café renovation from brief to opening
Hospitality projects combine brand, guest experience, kitchen flow, health regulations and landlord requirements — all operating under tight timelines. Our role is to coordinate restaurant & hospitality renovations under one accountable team.
1
Discovery, site review & operational brief
We start by understanding your concept, menu, service style, seat count, peak times and staffing model. On site, we review existing conditions, base building drawings (where available) and any landlord or plaza requirements for your restaurant or café.
1
Discovery, site review & operational brief
We start by understanding your concept, menu, service style, seat count, peak times and staffing model. On site, we review existing conditions, base building drawings (where available) and any landlord or plaza requirements for your restaurant or café.
1
Discovery, site review & operational brief
We start by understanding your concept, menu, service style, seat count, peak times and staffing model. On site, we review existing conditions, base building drawings (where available) and any landlord or plaza requirements for your restaurant or café.
2
Space planning & guest experience
Our team develops front-of-house and back-of-house layouts that consider guest experience, server routes, bar and pass positions, waiting areas and washrooms. For quick-service concepts, we focus on queueing, pickup and delivery flow.
2
Space planning & guest experience
Our team develops front-of-house and back-of-house layouts that consider guest experience, server routes, bar and pass positions, waiting areas and washrooms. For quick-service concepts, we focus on queueing, pickup and delivery flow.
2
Space planning & guest experience
Our team develops front-of-house and back-of-house layouts that consider guest experience, server routes, bar and pass positions, waiting areas and washrooms. For quick-service concepts, we focus on queueing, pickup and delivery flow.
3
Design development, kitchen coordination & brand alignment
Once a direction is chosen, we refine floor plans and elevations, coordinate with your kitchen designer or equipment supplier, and specify materials, lighting and millwork that align with your brand. We consider durability, cleanability and acoustics at the same time as aesthetics.
3
Design development, kitchen coordination & brand alignment
Once a direction is chosen, we refine floor plans and elevations, coordinate with your kitchen designer or equipment supplier, and specify materials, lighting and millwork that align with your brand. We consider durability, cleanability and acoustics at the same time as aesthetics.
3
Design development, kitchen coordination & brand alignment
Once a direction is chosen, we refine floor plans and elevations, coordinate with your kitchen designer or equipment supplier, and specify materials, lighting and millwork that align with your brand. We consider durability, cleanability and acoustics at the same time as aesthetics.
4
Drawings, permits & final budget
We prepare permit and construction drawings for your restaurant renovation, coordinate with mechanical, electrical and plumbing consultants where required, and submit for approvals. In parallel, we finalise a detailed estimate so scope, schedule and restaurant renovation cost are clear.
4
Drawings, permits & final budget
We prepare permit and construction drawings for your restaurant renovation, coordinate with mechanical, electrical and plumbing consultants where required, and submit for approvals. In parallel, we finalise a detailed estimate so scope, schedule and restaurant renovation cost are clear.
4
Drawings, permits & final budget
We prepare permit and construction drawings for your restaurant renovation, coordinate with mechanical, electrical and plumbing consultants where required, and submit for approvals. In parallel, we finalise a detailed estimate so scope, schedule and restaurant renovation cost are clear.
5
Construction, coordination & opening prep
Our construction team manages demolition, rough-ins, finishes, millwork, bar buildout and any façade or signage work within our scope. We coordinate with kitchen installers, equipment suppliers, hood and fire-suppression vendors, and base building teams to keep the project moving towards opening.
5
Construction, coordination & opening prep
Our construction team manages demolition, rough-ins, finishes, millwork, bar buildout and any façade or signage work within our scope. We coordinate with kitchen installers, equipment suppliers, hood and fire-suppression vendors, and base building teams to keep the project moving towards opening.
5
Construction, coordination & opening prep
Our construction team manages demolition, rough-ins, finishes, millwork, bar buildout and any façade or signage work within our scope. We coordinate with kitchen installers, equipment suppliers, hood and fire-suppression vendors, and base building teams to keep the project moving towards opening.
6
Completion, deficiencies & pre-opening support
Once construction is substantially complete, we walk the space with you, address any deficiencies and ensure systems are functioning as intended. We coordinate with you on furniture delivery, final clean and small adjustments leading up to soft opening.
6
Completion, deficiencies & pre-opening support
Once construction is substantially complete, we walk the space with you, address any deficiencies and ensure systems are functioning as intended. We coordinate with you on furniture delivery, final clean and small adjustments leading up to soft opening.
6
Completion, deficiencies & pre-opening support
Once construction is substantially complete, we walk the space with you, address any deficiencies and ensure systems are functioning as intended. We coordinate with you on furniture delivery, final clean and small adjustments leading up to soft opening.
Services included
What’s included in a NADA hospitality renovation
Every concept is different, but most restaurant & hospitality renovations share a core set of needs: clear circulation, durable finishes, a comfortable acoustic environment and a kitchen that can support service calmly. Here’s how we break it down.
Front-of-house planning & seating
We design your dining room, café seating, waiting zones and bar area around covers, turnover and comfort. That includes table sizes, spacing, banquettes, bar seating and how guests and staff move through the room.
Front-of-house planning & seating
We design your dining room, café seating, waiting zones and bar area around covers, turnover and comfort. That includes table sizes, spacing, banquettes, bar seating and how guests and staff move through the room.
Front-of-house planning & seating
We design your dining room, café seating, waiting zones and bar area around covers, turnover and comfort. That includes table sizes, spacing, banquettes, bar seating and how guests and staff move through the room.
Bar, service stations & POS locations
We plan bar layouts, drink stations, server stations and POS locations so staff can work efficiently without crossing paths unnecessarily. Thoughtful zoning helps reduce congestion and keeps service feeling smooth.
Bar, service stations & POS locations
We plan bar layouts, drink stations, server stations and POS locations so staff can work efficiently without crossing paths unnecessarily. Thoughtful zoning helps reduce congestion and keeps service feeling smooth.
Bar, service stations & POS locations
We plan bar layouts, drink stations, server stations and POS locations so staff can work efficiently without crossing paths unnecessarily. Thoughtful zoning helps reduce congestion and keeps service feeling smooth.
Kitchen adjacency & support spaces
We coordinate closely with your commercial kitchen designer or supplier to align the kitchen pass, dish area, storage and prep with the front-of-house. We also consider delivery access, waste handling and back-of-house flow.
Kitchen adjacency & support spaces
We coordinate closely with your commercial kitchen designer or supplier to align the kitchen pass, dish area, storage and prep with the front-of-house. We also consider delivery access, waste handling and back-of-house flow.
Kitchen adjacency & support spaces
We coordinate closely with your commercial kitchen designer or supplier to align the kitchen pass, dish area, storage and prep with the front-of-house. We also consider delivery access, waste handling and back-of-house flow.
Lighting, acoustics & atmosphere
We design lighting layers — ambient, task and accent — that support different times of day and seating types. Acoustic treatments are considered early so the room feels lively without being overwhelming.
Lighting, acoustics & atmosphere
We design lighting layers — ambient, task and accent — that support different times of day and seating types. Acoustic treatments are considered early so the room feels lively without being overwhelming.
Lighting, acoustics & atmosphere
We design lighting layers — ambient, task and accent — that support different times of day and seating types. Acoustic treatments are considered early so the room feels lively without being overwhelming.
Why work with us
Why operators trust us with their hospitality renovations
Hospitality projects live at the intersection of brand, operations and capital. Here’s why owners and operators choose NADA instead of separating design, project management and restaurant renovation contractors.
Design–build under one roof
You work with one team for interior design, space planning and construction. That reduces hand-offs and helps keep your restaurant or café renovation aligned with the original concept and budget.
Design–build under one roof
You work with one team for interior design, space planning and construction. That reduces hand-offs and helps keep your restaurant or café renovation aligned with the original concept and budget.
Design–build under one roof
You work with one team for interior design, space planning and construction. That reduces hand-offs and helps keep your restaurant or café renovation aligned with the original concept and budget.
Understanding of front and back-of-house
We pay attention to both guest experience and operations — from acoustics and lighting to server routes, bar layouts and dish flow. Decisions are made with service in mind, not just aesthetics.
Understanding of front and back-of-house
We pay attention to both guest experience and operations — from acoustics and lighting to server routes, bar layouts and dish flow. Decisions are made with service in mind, not just aesthetics.
Understanding of front and back-of-house
We pay attention to both guest experience and operations — from acoustics and lighting to server routes, bar layouts and dish flow. Decisions are made with service in mind, not just aesthetics.
Coordination with landlords & consultants
We’re used to working within plaza or building rules, coordinating with mechanical and hood contractors, and aligning with health and fire requirements. Our job is to keep all of those moving parts connected.
Coordination with landlords & consultants
We’re used to working within plaza or building rules, coordinating with mechanical and hood contractors, and aligning with health and fire requirements. Our job is to keep all of those moving parts connected.
Coordination with landlords & consultants
We’re used to working within plaza or building rules, coordinating with mechanical and hood contractors, and aligning with health and fire requirements. Our job is to keep all of those moving parts connected.
Clarity around scope, timing & cost
We outline scope, restaurant renovation cost ranges and schedule expectations early. For operators, knowing how long you’ll be closed or when rent begins matters as much as design; we’re candid about these parameters from the start.
Clarity around scope, timing & cost
We outline scope, restaurant renovation cost ranges and schedule expectations early. For operators, knowing how long you’ll be closed or when rent begins matters as much as design; we’re candid about these parameters from the start.
Clarity around scope, timing & cost
We outline scope, restaurant renovation cost ranges and schedule expectations early. For operators, knowing how long you’ll be closed or when rent begins matters as much as design; we’re candid about these parameters from the start.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions we’re often asked about restaurant, café & bar renovations
How much does a restaurant renovation cost in Toronto?
Costs vary widely depending on size, existing conditions, kitchen scope and finishes. A light dining room refresh is very different from a full restaurant remodel with new kitchen infrastructure. Early in the process, we’ll discuss your concept and outline a realistic restaurant renovation cost range based on similar projects.
Can you help with both design and construction?
Yes. Our primary model is design–build for restaurant, café and bar projects — we handle interior design, space planning and construction. For certain projects, we can also collaborate with your branding agency or kitchen designer.
Do you work on small restaurant or café renovations?
Often, yes. Many of our hospitality projects are small restaurant renovations or café updates where the goal is to improve flow, comfort and finishes without rebuilding everything from scratch.
Can we stay partially open during a renovation?
Sometimes. For certain hospitality renovations, it’s possible to phase work or renovate in off-hours, but many projects are more efficient and less stressful if the venue is closed. We’ll walk through options and risks so you can make an informed decision.
Do you design the kitchen as well?
We typically coordinate with your commercial kitchen designer or equipment supplier, aligning front-of-house and back-of-house layouts. For simpler concepts, we can help plan basic kitchen adjacencies and then work with your chosen equipment partner on specifics.
What do you need from us to get started?
A summary of your concept, any existing plans or landlord packages, key requirements (seat count, service style), and a rough idea of your timing and budget range are helpful. From there, we’ll guide you through the next steps from restaurant interior design to construction.
How much does a restaurant renovation cost in Toronto?
Costs vary widely depending on size, existing conditions, kitchen scope and finishes. A light dining room refresh is very different from a full restaurant remodel with new kitchen infrastructure. Early in the process, we’ll discuss your concept and outline a realistic restaurant renovation cost range based on similar projects.
Can you help with both design and construction?
Yes. Our primary model is design–build for restaurant, café and bar projects — we handle interior design, space planning and construction. For certain projects, we can also collaborate with your branding agency or kitchen designer.
Do you work on small restaurant or café renovations?
Often, yes. Many of our hospitality projects are small restaurant renovations or café updates where the goal is to improve flow, comfort and finishes without rebuilding everything from scratch.
Can we stay partially open during a renovation?
Sometimes. For certain hospitality renovations, it’s possible to phase work or renovate in off-hours, but many projects are more efficient and less stressful if the venue is closed. We’ll walk through options and risks so you can make an informed decision.
Do you design the kitchen as well?
We typically coordinate with your commercial kitchen designer or equipment supplier, aligning front-of-house and back-of-house layouts. For simpler concepts, we can help plan basic kitchen adjacencies and then work with your chosen equipment partner on specifics.
What do you need from us to get started?
A summary of your concept, any existing plans or landlord packages, key requirements (seat count, service style), and a rough idea of your timing and budget range are helpful. From there, we’ll guide you through the next steps from restaurant interior design to construction.
How much does a restaurant renovation cost in Toronto?
Costs vary widely depending on size, existing conditions, kitchen scope and finishes. A light dining room refresh is very different from a full restaurant remodel with new kitchen infrastructure. Early in the process, we’ll discuss your concept and outline a realistic restaurant renovation cost range based on similar projects.
Can you help with both design and construction?
Yes. Our primary model is design–build for restaurant, café and bar projects — we handle interior design, space planning and construction. For certain projects, we can also collaborate with your branding agency or kitchen designer.
Do you work on small restaurant or café renovations?
Often, yes. Many of our hospitality projects are small restaurant renovations or café updates where the goal is to improve flow, comfort and finishes without rebuilding everything from scratch.
Can we stay partially open during a renovation?
Sometimes. For certain hospitality renovations, it’s possible to phase work or renovate in off-hours, but many projects are more efficient and less stressful if the venue is closed. We’ll walk through options and risks so you can make an informed decision.
Do you design the kitchen as well?
We typically coordinate with your commercial kitchen designer or equipment supplier, aligning front-of-house and back-of-house layouts. For simpler concepts, we can help plan basic kitchen adjacencies and then work with your chosen equipment partner on specifics.
What do you need from us to get started?
A summary of your concept, any existing plans or landlord packages, key requirements (seat count, service style), and a rough idea of your timing and budget range are helpful. From there, we’ll guide you through the next steps from restaurant interior design to construction.
Get in touch
Ready to plan your next renovation? Let’s talk.
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