Penthouse 17 is the Financial District's upscale move: a third-floor lounge and nightclub in a historic building, with an ocean-inspired room, Top 40 and throwbacks on a Void Audio system, and a grown, dressed-up crowd. It is premium and it knows it. Here is the honest rundown, plus the guest list so you skip the line.
The sceneWhat it's actually like
Penthouse 17 feels exclusive the second you walk up the stairs. Historic building outside, modern and stylish inside, with a design that takes cues from the ocean: sculpted ceiling panels like waves, a glossy blue floor catching the light, sleek booths along the walls and a curved bar that ties the whole room together. The lighting shifts through the night to track the energy, so the room builds as the crowd does.
This is upscale nightlife, downtown. Holds around 350, runs on a Void Audio sound system, and pulls a mature crowd that comes dressed. If you want a premium night, a stylish room and music everyone knows, this is the one.
Quick factsKnow before you go
Penthouse 17 Fridays & Saturdays
Two weekend nights, the same upscale energy. Here is each one.
Skip the line
Get on the Penthouse 17 guestlist or book a table
The guest list speeds up your entry and can trim the cover, especially if you arrive early or roll with a group. Want a booth and your own service? Pick bottle service below and we will sort your table and minimum. Weekends get busy here, so put your name down ahead of time.
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Penthouse 17 Toronto: the full review
Address & location
Penthouse 17 sits on the third floor at 17 Toronto Street (M5C 2E3), in the heart of the Financial District, north of King Street East and west of Church Street. Right in the downtown core, easy by car or transit, close to bars and restaurants. Being up on the third floor gives it that private, exclusive feel people like.
The room
Large and open, with a modern, ocean-inspired design. The ceiling has sculpted panels shaped like waves, the glossy blue floor reflects the lights, and the curved bar matches the flow of the room. Sleek booths line the walls with low tables, and a standout pillar anchors the middle. It reads clean and futuristic, and it works for both relaxing and dancing. Holds around 350.
Who's there
A mature, dressed-up crowd that comes for an upscale night out, not a rowdy one. People rate the look of the room and the crowd it pulls. It is busy on weekends, so showing up early pays off.
What's great
- The room. Architectural interior, ocean-inspired design, a genuinely good-looking space.
- The sound. A Void Audio system means the music hits clean and powerful wherever you stand.
- The music. Top 40 and throwbacks keep the crowd dancing on songs everyone knows.
What to know going in
- It is priced upscale. Drinks and service run higher here, which is the trade for the room and the crowd.
- It fills on weekends. Great for energy, so plan ahead and get there early.
Move like you know
- Get on the list and arrive early to keep the cover and the wait down.
- Want a guaranteed seat and your own service? Book a booth ahead instead of standing all night.
- Dress upscale. The door enforces it, so come sharp.
The music
Penthouse 17 runs Top 40 and throwback hits, songs most people know and love, mixed to keep the crowd dancing all night. It sits right with the upscale-but-lively vibe, and the Void Audio system makes it sound clean and powerful in every corner of the room.
What to wear
The dress code is upscale and classy, and the door enforces it. For men that means dress shoes, fitted pants and a button-up shirt. For women, dresses or stylish outfits with heels. Leave the athletic wear, baggy clothes, hoodies, hats and sneakers at home or you will likely get turned away.
Cover & how to skip the line
Cover usually runs $20 to $40 for men and $10 to $30 for women, shifting with the night, the event and how busy it is. The guest list is your move for faster entry, and getting on it or booking bottle service can trim the cover, especially if you arrive early or come with a group.
Age limit
Strict 19+. You will need valid government ID to get in. If you are visiting from another country, bring your passport to be safe.
Booths & bottle service
Penthouse 17 runs bottle service with reserved booth seating around the edge of the room, so you get space while staying close to the action. Book it and you get a private table, a server, and your bottles and mixers. Prices usually start around $250 and climb with your bottle choices. Drinks on the regular menu run cocktails $18 to $24, beers $9 to $12 and shots $10 to $15. Drop your date and headcount in the form and we will line up the right table and minimum.
▸ Reserve guestlist or bottles