About Us
Headquartered in Toronto and Miami and helmed by visionary entrepreneurs Charles Khabouth and Danny Soberano, INK Entertainment Group’s innovative approach, fusing dining, lifestyle, entertainment, hospitality and design is devoted to creating extraordinary experiences throughout its proprietary brands, including notable restaurant brands Akira Back, Amal (Toronto & Miami), Byblos (Toronto & Miami), Daphne, Meet Dalia (Miami), KŌST, Margo, Mr Vander, Patria, Pink Sky, Sofia Yorkville, Sofia Design District (Miami), STORYS Building, and Ultra; private members’ club Clio; Canada’s largest dance music festival, VELD Music Festival; a number of trendy clubs, including REBEL, Toybox, Cabana Pool Bar and Dragonfly Nightclub; and Taglialatella Galleries (Toronto, New York & Paris).
Sofia Yorkville
Amal Toronto
Byblos Downtown
Byblos Miami
Daphne
KŌST
Clio
Pink Sky
Sofia Design District
Amal Miami
Ultra
STORYS
Sky Suite
Patria
FIGO
Byblos Uptown
Level 6
Chica
Akira Back
Rebel
Noir Toronto
Mister C
Dragonfly Nightclub
DPRTMNT
Cabana Pool Bar
Animl Steakhouse
Offering a fresh perspective and refined approach to Italian cuisine, Sofia is committed to sourcing quality ingredients to pay homage to true Italian tastes. Set in a dramatic and exquisitely designed backdrop, coupled with premium service, and finally; showcasing a curated ever-evolving internationally acclaimed art collection. Sofia is a provocateur to stimulate appetites, conversations and memories of an unforgettable experience.
Amal is where the Lebanese spirit of joie de vivre comes to life. Where cuisine, sharing, enjoyment and simply living unite. It’s a voyage through time and place that embraces the pursuit of pleasure. Amal aims to feed and provoke your soul, but above all, nourish it with hope. Amal is a story. Amal is home. One may come as a guest, but one always leaves as family.
Byblos represents a marriage of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine with strong influences from both traditional and local ingredients. Using time-honoured classic techniques and modern methods, our dishes showcase the regionally specific spices and flavours of the Eastern Mediterranean seaboard. The menu is a true coastal and cultural mosaic, served family style in a convivial atmosphere.
Byblos brings exciting flavors from the Eastern Mediterranean to diners in a progressively designed space. With strong influences from traditional and local ingredients, Byblos represents a marriage of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. Using time-honored classic cooking techniques and modern methods, the menu is a true coastal and cultural mosaic, served family style in a convivial atmosphere.
The newly opened Daphne is a tantalizing American concept restaurant, lounge and garden terrace located in the heart of Toronto’s Financial District. Daphne offers American cuisine with a contemporary twist, skillfully curated by Executive Chef John Chee. The menu showcases a delectable selection of seasonal American classics, complemented by an array of small bites, handcrafted cocktails, and an extensive wine list, all presented within an elegant and modern ambiance.
KŌST is a 44th floor rooftop restaurant and bar, featuring unparalleled panoramic views of the city from Toronto’s Bisha Hotel. Inspired by the Baja Peninsula, Executive Chef Sung Won Hwang unites the bright, fresh and lively flavours of the Californian coastline by way of colourful dishes and refreshing cocktails. KŌST welcomes guests for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.
Clio is situated in the heart of Toronto’s King West village, inside the inspired architecture of a bygone garment factory. The brick tapestry sets the context for well crafted, sartorial details that define each space with care, and flexible settings infused with state-of-the-art technology so they are ever evolving.
Pink Sky is a sea-to-fork restaurant offering a hearty menu of exquisitely fresh seafood, inspired craft cocktails and chilled pints. Equal parts local neighbourhood favourite and ‘night out’ destination, Pink Sky is a seafood lover’s mecca with a raw bar offering selections of east and west coast oysters, ceviche, crudo, Daily Catch Menu, along with a selection of the freshest shellfish.
Offering a fresh perspective and refined approach to Italian cuisine, Sofia is committed to sourcing quality ingredients to pay homage to true Italian tastes. Set in a dramatic and exquisitely designed backdrop, coupled with premium service, and finally; showcasing a curated ever-evolving internationally acclaimed art collection. Sofia is a provocateur to stimulate appetites, conversations and memories of unforgettable experiences.
Amal is a modern Lebanese culinary experience. Amal’s stunning interiors were designed by the award-winning design firm Studio Munge. The 180-seat restaurant, inspired by Lebanon’s sandy shores and contemporary Mediterranean architecture, has a soft palette of dusty rose, muted terracotta, and pastel blues against white plaster and ranked natural oak wood – elevating the space from daytime celebrations to evening feasts.
Ultra invites guests to unleash the senses — from exceptional Pan-Asian cuisine and elevated cocktails to luxurious avant-garde decor, Ultra is the ultimate sensory destination. The menu developed by Executive Chef Kihyun Kim, takes a twist on Asian dishes and blends traditional ingredients with international flavours, for an unforgettable culinary adventure. Discover an atmosphere of elegance and luxury at Ultra, with decor inspired by the iconic Alexander McQueen and three distinct rooms that transport guests to a world of unmatched glamour and sophistication.
STORYS is located in the heart of downtown Toronto Entertainment District. Owned and operated by INK Entertainment Group & Scale Hospitality – the illustrious hospitality groups behind top dining destinations Patria, Byblos Toronto and Miami, Weslodge Toronto and Dubai – STORYS has held an abundance of top premiere parties, including for the Toronto International Film Festival.
Sky Suite provides a blank canvas for the most creative events you can imagine. Located on the 43rd floor, this 2,340 square foot event space offers sweeping views of the city skyline with dividing walls that can be configured to accommodate a multitude of events. Bring us your vision, and we’ll make it happen.
Patria dazzles with the help of Toronto avant-garde design firm Commute Home. The extensive menu features authentic Spanish dishes such as delicately prepared crispy jamon croquettes right through to traditional Paellas. An impressive array of tapas and pintxos are prepared by hand at the bar featuring regional Spanish cheeses and the legendary ‘iberico jamon’ – from Spain’s highly-prized acorn-fed black-hoofed pigs. Fresh seafood is a staple of Spanish cuisine and Patria will showcase an ever-changing selection of only the freshest seafood, sourced daily.
FIGO is an Italian-inspired restaurant with contemporary influences set in a stylishly elegant setting. The space is bright and coloured in soft pastels, with polished concrete floors and a ceiling patterned with florals. An ICONINK dining destination in the heart of the entertainment district, the venue combines elegance with chic sophistication in both decor and cuisine.
Byblos represents a marriage of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine with strong influences from both traditional and local ingredients. Using time-honoured classic techniques and modern methods, our dishes showcase the regionally specific spices and flavours of the Eastern Mediterranean seaboard. The menu is a true coastal and cultural mosaic, served family style in a convivial atmosphere.
A hidden gem in the heart of Coconut Grove, Level 6 heightens your perception through impeccable scenery, curated music, elevated dining and perfected cocktails. With unmatched views of the beautiful Biscayne Bay, Level 6 is a rooftop oasis that encourages you to tap into your senses and connect with those around you. From a relaxed sundowner in the afternoon or cocktails and tapas into the evening, the warm and welcoming atmosphere, and elevated service at Level 6 offers a beautiful escape in the heart of Coconut Grove.
Hidden in plain sight at 75 Portland Street, with fully decaled windows for privacy, Chica is an homage to Barcelona’s secret laneway tapas bars, featuring old world Spanish details with modern accents for a playfully mysterious and seductive atmosphere.
Chef Akira Back opens his first Canadian namesake restaurant in Toronto’s Bisha Hotel. Drawing on inspiration from his Korean heritage and travels around the globe, chef Back has created a menu that blends modern Japanese cuisine with authentic Korean flavours. In addition to his signature dishes, Back has created new items unique for the Toronto location.
REBEL is a truly distinctive and transformative event complex, offering guests a unique and unparalleled experience. The versatile event space functions as a state of the art live concert venue as well as a turn key corporate event facility. The main room boasts a dramatic 65-foot stage with an expansive installation of LED video walls as well as a grand terrace overlooking the dramatic views of Lake Ontario. The mezzanine hosts the piece de resistance – a grand central bar, opulent built in seating and a striking light installation hung above. REBEL merges unrivalled customer service, extraordinary design, and state-or-the-art technology in a new extravagant entertainment space that has never before seen or experienced in Canada.
This one of a kind venue is situated on the second floor of REBEL. Along the edge of lake Ontario, Noir offers unmatched panoramic views of the city skyline and the islands.
The turnkey venue, includes unique features such as : All glass solarium with retractable ceiling and double sided fireplaces on each of its two terraces. The unique design blends animalistic prints, leather soft seating, marble countertops and the centrepiece of the custom designed space, a dramatic black crystal chandelier. Surround sound, intelligent lighting installations, LED screen and tufted leather DJ booth complete the space.
Mister C embodies the decadence and sophistication of the quintessential hotel lobby bar. No need to go past the lobby of Bisha Hotel to start indulging in decadence and sophistication. At its core, the bar is classically rooted but finds balance through modern touches, a commitment to impeccable food and service.
Immerse yourself in the cozy and seductive atmosphere of Mister C, complete with velvet walls and a circular fireplace, and featuring avant-garde entertainment, elite Toronto DJs and special events and experiences, for an intimate escape within the heart of the city.
A fusion of modern and old-world Asian charm and spiked with playfulness, Dragonfly is built into the Fallsview Casino Resort in Niagara Falls, Ontario, and exudes VIP exclusivity from top to bottom. Who needs Vegas, when your luck for entertainment and event space can’t get any better. Guests are welcomed by imposing fourteen-foot iron-clad doors that open onto 12,000 square feet of pure fantasy for up to 800 guests. Whether it is a night with bottle service in the prestigious red chamber, or an unforgettable VIP lounge experience with first-class service and private seating for parties from 2 to 200, Dragonfly will exceed all expectations. Top-tier musicians and DJs perform here and the space is both practical and magical for corporate events, fashion shows and industry parties.
Located at 473 Adelaide St W in the heart of downtown Toronto’s entertainment jurisdiction, Dprtmnt promises to redefine the nightclub and live event experience with its sophisticated ambiance, cutting-edge sound technology, and innovative design.
The entire venue has been soundproofed to ensure an immersive auditory experience, while 3.5km of LED lighting adorns the entire space, creating a dynamic atmosphere that transforms with each event, making every visit a unique one.
Cabana Pool Bar is unlike anything Toronto’s waterfront has ever seen. Nestled on the Polson Pier and being an exclusive, privately owned waterfront property, it is changing the landscape of Toronto’s hospitality industry. Cabana Pool bar offers those wishing to plan truly unique events with unparalleled versatility. Five distinct areas – lakefront, poolside, solarium, north & south patio – gives guests the ability to tailor the space for an event of 20 or 2500 guests. A combination of the different spaces extends capacity right up to 2500, so at Cabana Pool Bar the possibilities are endless.
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