Some of Toronto’s best bars can be found tucked behind unmarked doors, hidden upstairs in old hotels, and packed elbow-to-elbow in the back of a record shop. Some don’t even have menus, just bartenders who size you up and pour what you didn’t know you needed.
Forget about the $20 cocktails with sparklers. The best bars have dim lights, loud music, and are the place where your night takes a turn, hopefully for the better.
From speakeasies to dive bars, from Bloorcourt to Riverside, this list is where locals drink, argue, flirt, and lose track of time.
Why This Isn’t Just Another Bar List
Toronto is layered. It’s not a “Top 10 rooftop bars” kind of city. And if that’s what you’re here for, TikTok’s down the hall.
Drinking here means different things in different neighbourhoods. In Queen West, it’s an aperitif before gallery hopping or a dive with sticky floors and better music than your Spotify.
In Little Portugal, it’s a glass of vinho verde and a sidewalk stool.
In Kensington, maybe a tall boy on a rooftop with zero railings.
Midtown? Negronis in a plush booth with just enough lighting to pretend you’re mysterious.
This city’s bar culture is a mosaic shaped by immigration, grit, and an unwavering commitment to small-batch everything. The bartenders here are chemists. Storytellers. Part-time therapists. Every bar on this list has a point of view and a regular who swears it’s the best in the city.
So, no, this isn’t your typical bar roundup. You won’t find frat bros or bachelorette trapdoors here. You’ll discover speakeasies without signs, cocktail bars with soul, and rooftop bars that Toronto locals flock to when the sun sets and the skyline comes alive.
Forget what you saw on YouTube. This is where locals drink.
The 19 Best Bars in Toronto. Broken Down by Vibe.
Let’s get into it. These bars aren’t ranked because what’s “best” changes depending on your night.
Sometimes, you want mezcal with a side of existential dread. Sometimes, it’s cheap beer, loud punk, and a washroom you’d rather not remember. We’ve broken it down by vibe: speakeasies, cocktail bars, rooftop views, and bars that don’t fit in any box.
Each spot is tagged by neighbourhood, style, and what makes it worth your time. No fluff. No filler. Just 19 bars that hit different — and might just become your next go-to.
Ready?
1. Bar Raval – 505 College St, Little Italy
Neighbourhood: Little Italy
Bar Type: Cocktail bar
Why Locals Love It:
Bar Raval feels like Gaudí got drunk in Barcelona and decided to build a bar in Toronto. Every inch of its warm, wood-carved interior curves and flows like it’s alive. It’s intimate, always buzzing, and unapologetically Spanish. You don’t just order drinks here — you settle in, snack on pintxos, and pretend you’re in a Hemingway novel.
Go For: Late-night vermouth, anchovies on toast, and drinks that have a backstory.
Skip If: You’re in a rush or allergic to elbow room.
Signature Drinks:
Try the sherry-forward “Raval Martini” or trust the bartender — they don’t miss.
Best Times to Go:
Weeknights for elbow space. Late Friday for energy. Sunday afternoons are ideal for when you want the sunlight to catch the wood just right.
2. Civil Liberties – 878 Bloor St W, Bloorcourt
Neighbourhood: Bloorcourt
Bar Type: Speakeasy
Why Locals Love It:
There’s no sign. No menu. Just a pineapple over the door and bartenders who make you feel like you’ve been coming here for years. Oh, and they just reopened after undergoing a five-month renovation following a flood. Civil Liberties is one of the city’s worst-kept secrets — and that’s part of the charm. They’ll ask what you’re into, nod thoughtfully, and return with a drink you didn’t know existed but somehow matches your soul.
Go For: Custom cocktails made with intention — and probably house-made everything.
Skip If: You panic without a menu or hate talking to bartenders.
Signature Drinks:
There aren’t any. That’s the point. But mezcal fans, speak up.
Best Times to Go:
Early evenings to beat the crowd. Late nights, if you like your drinks with a side of philosophy.
3. The Rooftop at Broadview Hotel – 106 Broadview Ave, Riverside
Neighbourhood: Riverside
Bar Type: Rooftop
Why Locals Love It:
This is the view you post when you want everyone to know you’re living right. The Rooftop at Broadview Hotel offers sweeping skyline views, G&Ts in big glasses, and a vibe that’s more relaxed than pretentious. It’s got just enough flash to feel special without needing bottle service to get noticed!
Go For: Golden hour G&Ts, first dates, and one of the best rooftop patios in Toronto.
Skip If: You hate heights or need a quiet table to talk crypto.
Signature Drinks: Try the cucumber gin fizz or their seasonal spritzes — both are dangerously easy to drink.
Best Times to Go: Sunset. No debate. Dress for photos.
4. Mahjong Bar – 1276 Dundas St W, Little Portugal
Neighbourhood: Little Portugal
Bar Type: Hidden bar / Cocktail lounge
Why Locals Love It:
You walk through a fake convenience store, push open a freezer door, and bam — you’re in one of the coolest cocktail bars in Toronto. Mahjong is neon-lit, red-glow, seductive, and full of well-dressed people pretending they’re not impressed. It’s equal parts East Asian speakeasy and late-night fashion show.
Go For: The entrance alone, plus some damn good cocktails.
Skip If: You hate crowds or can’t stand hipsters.
Signature Drinks:
Try the “Red Lotus” or anything with Yuzu or baijiu on the back bar. Bonus points if you order confidently.
Best Times to Go:
Thursday through Saturday after 9 PM. Peak scene, peak vibe.
5. BarChef – 472 Queen St W, Queen West
Neighbourhood: Queen West
Bar Type: Experimental cocktail bar
Why Locals Love It:
BarChef is where mixology meets performance art. Drinks come smoking, foaming, and sometimes on fire. This isn’t a place to “grab a drink”, it’s where you experience one! Sit at the bar, watch the show, and accept that you’ll spend $25 on a cocktail… and like it.
Go For: Date night, drink theatre, blowing someone’s mind with molecular mixologist magic.
Skip If: You want casual. This is not that.
Signature Drinks:
The “Vanilla & Hickory Smoked Manhattan” is iconic. Or order a multi-sensory cocktail that comes with its aroma cloud.
Best Times to Go:
Weeknights to avoid the crowd. Late Friday, if you want to flex.
6. Paris Paris – 146 Ossington Ave, Ossington Strip
Neighbourhood: Ossington
Bar Type: Wine bar / Trendy hangout
Why Locals Love It:
It’s loud. It’s packed. It’s full of cool people drinking natural wine and pretending they’re in the Marais. Paris Paris is part wine bar, part social club, and all vibe. There’s excellent food, better lighting, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting.
Go For: Natural wine, good-looking strangers, late-night snacks.
Skip If: You’re craving a quiet conversation.
Signature Drinks:
Ask what’s chilled. There’s always something weird, orange, or unfiltered worth trying.
Best Times to Go:
Friday and Saturday nights. Just show up, it’s not about reservations here.
8. Bar Poet – 1090 Queen St W, West Queen West
Neighbourhood: West Queen West
Bar Type: Late-night bar / Cocktail pizza lounge
Why Locals Love It:
It’s a church-turned-bar where pizzas come fast, drinks come stronger, and ivy hangs from the ceiling like it’s been blessed by Bacchus himself. Bar Poet is wild, weird, and open late—the kind of place where “just one drink” becomes an entire night.
Go For: Post-dinner drinks, pizza with friends, 1 AM espresso martinis.
Skip If: You hate loud music and shared tables.
Signature Drinks:
The spiked slushies rotate. The “Honey Trap” and espresso martinis are house favourites.
Best Times to Go:
After 10 PM, it gets loud, loose, and way more fun.
9. Mother Cocktail Bar – 874 Queen St W, Queen West
Neighbourhood: Queen West
Bar Type: Cocktail bar / Trendy spot
Why Locals Love It:
Mother is what happens when bartenders rebel against boring. Everything here is fermented, foraged, or reimagined, and somehow, it all works. It’s dark, loud, and unapologetically experimental. You’re here for a cocktail that might include seaweed or koji, and you’ll like it more than you should.
Go For: Wild drinks, natural wines, and a bar team that doesn’t play it safe.e
Skip If: You’re the “just a gin and tonic” type.
Signature Drinks:
Anything with house ferments. Start with the clarified milk punch if you’re scared.
Best Times to Go:
Thursday through Saturday, post-dinner, when the energy spikes and the weird stuff flows.
10. Sweaty Betty’s – 13 Ossington Ave, Ossington
Neighbourhood: Ossington
Bar Type: Dive bar
Why Locals Love It:
Sweaty Betty’s doesn’t care what you think, and that’s why people love it. There is graffiti on the walls, cheap drinks, and a back patio where you can chain-smoke and lose hours. It’s messy, punk, and proudly unpolished—a genuine Ossington original.
Go For: Cheap beer, zero pretension, and a night you’ll barely remember.
Skip If: You want sleek, curated, or clean.
Signature Drinks:
Tallboys. Whisky shots. Maybe a tequila. Don’t overthink it.
Best Times to Go:
After midnight, this is a late-night dive. Don’t show up early expecting charm.
11. À Toi – 214 King St W (Inside Alobar), Entertainment District
Neighbourhood: Entertainment District
Bar Type: Speakeasy / Luxe cocktail bar
Why Locals Love It:
You enter through a fake champagne vending machine in the back of Alobar Yorkville. What you find is velvet, brass, and a touch of old-world glamour. À Toi is all about indulgence—Parisian vibes, hushed conversations, and cocktails that feel like jewelry.
Go For: Fancy date nights, a secret flex, or escaping the chaos upstairs.
Skip If: You’re wearing flip-flops or ordering vodka sodas.
Signature Drinks:
The “French Riviera” is elegance in a glass. Pair it with oysters if you’re feeling flush.
Best Times to Go:
Late Friday or Saturday night, when the mood hits its peak, Gatsby.
12. Lavelle – 627 King St W, King West
Neighbourhood: King West
Bar Type: Rooftop
Why Locals Love It:
Lavelle is flashy and, quite frankly, epic. Pools, bottle service, and the kind of rooftop views that make you feel like you’re starring in a music video. It’s not for everyone, but if you’re dressed right and ready to drop some cash, you’ll have a good time.
Go For: Day parties, skyline selfies, and pretending you’re on vacation.
Skip If: You’re broke, hungover, or hate dress codes.
Signature Drinks:
The frosé. No shame. Also, try the lychee martini on a hot day.
Best Times to Go:
Weekend afternoons for poolside day vibes or golden hour with the skyline behind you.
13. Gift Shop – 89 Ossington Ave, Beaconsfield Village
Neighbourhood: Kensington Market
Bar Type: Hidden bar / Speakeasy
Why Locals Love It:
Step through the barbershop, follow the warm, golden haze, and part the beaded curtain. Inside, velvet shadows and low laughter mingle with the clink of ice and the perfume of good liquor. The bartenders don’t just make drinks; they hold court. Stay long enough and you’ll forget what time it is.
Go for: Impressing someone who thinks they’ve seen it all.
Skip If: You get anxious finding unmarked doors.
Signature Drinks:
Let them build something for you. Otherwise, the bourbon-forward cocktails are tight.
Best Times to Go:
Weeknights to avoid the crowd. Late Fridays for a speakeasy scene with actual soul.
14. Clockwork Champagne & Cocktails – 100 Front St W (Fairmont Royal York), Financial District
Neighborhood: Financial District
Bar Type: Classic cocktail bar
Why Locals Love It:
You’re in one of Toronto’s oldest hotels, but it feels more like Gatsby than Grandma. Clockwork is upscale without being sterile. Velvet seating, golden accents, and bartenders in waistcoats who know their way around a proper martini. It’s elegant, theatrical, and perfect for pre-theatre or post-deal drinks.
Go For: Feeling fancy without selling your soul.
Skip If: You want loud music or anything under $15
Signature Drinks:
The Royal Sazerac or their rotating champagne cocktails. Both, dangerously smooth.
Best Times to Go:
Pre-dinner for a calm sip. Late Fridays, if you like the buzz of power moves.
15. Bar Pompette – 607 College St, Little Italy
Neighbourhood: Little Italy
Bar Type: French cocktail bar / Trendy
Why Locals Love It:
Bar Pompette feels like Paris without the jet lag. Cocktails are refined, presentation is sharp, and the bar team brings that rare balance of calm and knowledge. It’s one of the few places where every single drink feels considered.
Go For: French techniques, stylish vibes, and a solid Negroni.
Skip If: You’re on a budget or in a rush.
Signature Drinks:
Start with their Pompette Spritz or any other cocktail featuring Cognac.
Best Times to Go:
Weekends after 8 PM. Or earlier if you want to snag a seat at the bar.
16. Hemingway’s – 142 Cumberland St, Yorkville
Neighbourhood: Yorkville
Bar Type: Rooftop pub
Why Locals Love It:
Hemingway’s is the city’s most reliable rooftop, open all year, heated in winter, and somehow always full. It’s a Kiwi-owned pub with a casual vibe, playful staff, trivia nights, and a rooftop that feels like a second living room. Not trendy, just timeless.
Go For: A pint, a patio, and zero pressure.
Skip If: You’re chasing flash over comfort.
Signature Drinks:
Local craft beer, solid G&Ts, and espresso martinis when the sun goes down.
Best Times to Go:
Any time, any day, but aim for a golden hour if the weather’s decent.
17. Vela – 90 Portland St, King West
Note: Vela is temporarily closed due to a fire in the building
Neighborhood: King West
Bar Type: Upscale cocktail lounge
Why Locals Love It:
Vela is sleek, cinematic, and designed to make an impression. The room is massive yet intimate, with soft lighting and a mid-century glam aesthetic. It’s the kind of place where deals get made, dates turn serious, and the food is just as much of a draw as the drinks. Service? Flawless.
Go For: Cocktail-forward dinners, impressing someone who’s seen it all.
Skip If: You’re in ripped jeans and just want a pint.
Signature Drinks:
Try the “Pear Pressure” or their perfectly balanced house, the Negroni. Bonus: the wine list holds up.
Best Times to Go:
Thursday to Saturday for the buzz. Early Sunday for a quieter, luxurious unwind.
18. Project Gigglewater – 1369 Dundas St W, Brockton Village
Neighbourhood: Brockton Village
Bar Type: Cocktail bar
Why Locals Love It:
Playful name. Serious drinks. Project Gigglewater strikes the perfect balance between fun and refinement. The vibe is unpretentious, the décor is cosy without being kitsch, and the cocktail list is built for people who like to experiment without getting weird for weird’s sake.
Go For: Something new that won’t make you feel dumb asking how to pronounce it.
Skip If: You’re looking for club energy.
Signature Drinks:
“Smoke on the Water” (mezcal, bitters, citrus) is a local favorite. They also rotate through riffs on classics with seasonal twists.
Best Times to Go:
Midweek evenings or post-dinner weekends. It’s lively, not rowdy.
19. Paradise Grotto – 270 Adelaide St W, Dufferin Grove
Neighborhood: Dufferin Grove
Bar Type: Tiki bar / Hidden bar
Why Locals Love It:
Toronto doesn’t do a ton of tiki, but Paradise Grotto does it right. Hidden behind a nondescript door near College and Dovercourt, this tropical hideaway is full of palm print wallpaper, beachy lighting, and cocktails strong enough to make you forget you’re in Canada.
Go For: Escapist drinks, kitschy fun, and a taste of vacation.
Skip If: You’re too serious to sip from a ceramic parrot.
Signature Drinks:
The “Painkiller” and “Mai Tai” are both deadly in the best way. Garnished to the gods.
Best Times to Go:
Friday and Saturday nights, when you need a dose of absurd fun.
The Best Cocktail Bars in Toronto for a Proper Drink
Toronto doesn’t play fair when it comes to cocktails. The best cocktail bars in Toronto are about bartenders who treat booze like brushstrokes, balancing flavours, pushing boundaries, and still making you feel welcome even if you don’t know what amaro is.
These are the spots where drinks are crafted, not poured, where barbacks know more about fermentation than your biology teacher. And with every order, there is a chance to be surprised in the best way.
BarChef
The godfather of cocktail theatre. Drinks arrive smoking, glowing, or encased in glass domes of aroma. The “Vanilla & Hickory Smoked Manhattan” is a rite of passage.
Mother Cocktail Bar
Foraged ingredients. Fermented syrups. A menu that changes with the weather. Mother is all edge and has no ego. They do things their way, and that usually means better than anyone else.
Mahjong Bar
Hidden behind a fake convenience store, Mahjong delivers design, energy, and dangerously drinkable cocktails. It’s less about the menu and more about the mood, which, by the way, is always neon-lit and packed.
Bar Pompette
French technique meets Toronto flair. Pompette’s bar team is precise, creative, and unshakably cool. The vibe is intimate, the drinks are elegant, and everything feels dialed in without being stiff.
Project Gigglewater
Silly name, serious skills. This place strikes a balance between playful branding and a menu full of sleeper hits. Whether you want a smoky mezcal blend or a fresh seasonal spritz, the bar team’s got the range, and then some.
Hidden Bars and Speakeasies You’ll Walk Right Past
You know the type: no signage, no menu, no chance you’d find it if someone didn’t whisper the name to you in a back alley. Toronto’s best-hidden bars aren’t just hard to find, they’re better than the ones trying to be found.
Here’s where to get lost, on purpose:
Cry Baby Gallery – 1468 Dundas St W
Gallery in the front, bar in the back. Literally. After browsing the art, push through the unmarked black door, and you’ll find a sultry cocktail lounge with curated lighting, rotating exhibits, and one of the best mezcal lineups in the city.
How to find it: Look for the “Cry Baby” neon sign. If you hit a bakery, you’ve gone too far.
Project 167 – Secret Address, Invitation-Only
This isn’t a bar you just walk into. It’s an invite-only speakeasy that lives somewhere downtown—no social media. No signs. No nonsense. If you know, you know. And if you don’t, well, maybe someday.
How to find it: You don’t. You wait for the DM.
Melrose on Adelaide – 270 Adelaide St W (Back Room)
By day, a casual café. By night, a hidden back room features plush booths, sultry lighting, and espresso martinis that pack a punch. The front stays quiet, but if you know what to ask for, the real party’s just behind the curtain.
How to find it: Ask your server. Say it like you’ve been here before.
Where to Drink Late — Toronto’s Best Late-Night Bars
When most places start mopping floors and herding people out, Toronto’s late-night bars come alive. If you’re still upright after midnight and hunting for that one more drink, greasy snack, or dim-lit booth to melt into, this list is for you.
Whether you’re finishing a shift, escaping a bad date, or chasing the 3 AM second wind, these are the late-night bars Toronto locals rely on.
Handlebar – 159 Augusta Ave, Kensington Market
Handlebar is a dive with a dance floor problem, and that’s a compliment. Tucked into Kensington Market, it’s one of the few late-night bars in Toronto where DJs spin weird sets for even weirder crowds, and nobody’s trying to impress anyone.
Closes: 2 AM
Why it hits late: It’s sweaty, loud, and loaded with cheap drinks. If your night needs reviving, Handlebar’s your defibrillator.
Wallflower – 1325 Dundas St W, Brockton Village
Wallflower is where you go to wind down without totally tapping out. Think candlelit booths, strong cocktails, and a soundtrack that feels handpicked for 1 AM moods. It’s a cosy, low-key staple of Toronto’s bar scene.
Closes: 2 AM
Why it hits late: The grilled cheese is criminally good. And so is the whisky list.
Super Bargain – 441 Parliament Ave, Cabbagetown
Super Bargain is barely holding it together. Part dive bar, part snack shack, part neon-lit chaos pit, it’s one of the most chaotic late-night bars Toronto has to offer. Smash burgers, play pinball, and take tequila shots until 4 AM.
Closes: 4 AM (select nights)
Why it hits late: It’s where downtown ends up when everything else closes—grease, grit, and glory.
Good Fortune – 130 Eglinton Ave E, Midtown
Midtown usually sleeps early, but Good Fortune doesn’t. One of the only late-night bars in Toronto north of Bloor that’s fun, this spot serves solid bao, unpretentious cocktails, and playlists that get the party started after dark.
Closes: 2 AM
Why it hits late: Come for the cocktails, stay for the bao—also a rare haven in Midtown after midnight.
The Mezz – 1546 Queen St W, Parkdale
Parkdale’s crown jewel of grit and loyalty. The Mezz is everything a late-night bar in Toronto should be. Loud, loyal, and a little lawless. You don’t come here to pose. You come here to disappear.
Closes: 2 AM
Why it hits late: No frills, no pressure, and a bar staff that doesn’t flinch. Cash is king.
Rooftop Bars Worth the Elevator Ride
Toronto’s skyline is best appreciated with a drink in hand and a breeze in your hair, preferably above street level. The best rooftop bars in Toronto offer more than just a view. They’re scenes: sunsets, designer shades, overpriced cocktails, and the occasional celebrity sighting all wrapped into one.
Here’s where to elevate your night. Literally.
Lavelle – 627 King St W, King West
This is the definition of rooftop indulgence: infinity pool, bottle service, and a patio that feels more Miami than Toronto. Lavelle is all white linen and flash — the crowd’s beautiful, the drinks are expensive, and the views stretch across downtown.
Dress code: Upscale casual. Think blazers, not ball caps.
Expect to pay: $20+ per drink, easy.
Why go: For skyline selfies and Champagne at sunset.
Skip if you’re allergic to influencers.
Harriet’s Rooftop – 550 Wellington St W (1 Hotel)
Located atop 1 Hotel, Harriet’s blends West Coast energy with King West gloss. The design is earthy-luxe — stone, wood, fire pits — and the cocktail list leans toward clean, herbaceous, and “don’t ask how much” territory.
Dress code: Elevated boho. Bucket hats are not welcome.
Expect to pay: Premium, especially for bottle service or late-night tables.
Why go: For the vibe. It’s curated but not stiff.
Skip if you hate waiting for an elevator with a bouncer.
The Drake Sky Yard – 1150 Queen St W, West Queen West
This one’s the OG. The Drake’s rooftop isn’t flashy — it’s fun. Expect eclectic décor, a relaxed crowd, and DJs who know what they’re doing. It’s still one of the most consistent rooftop bars in Toronto — cool without trying.
Dress code: Anything goes, but look like you didn’t just leave Trinity Bellwoods.
Expect to pay: $15–18 for cocktails, with solid brunch options too.
Why go: For laid-back energy with just enough scenes.
Skip if you’re looking for velvet rope nonsense.
The Cool Kids’ List — Trendy Bars in Toronto Right Now
Trendy doesn’t have to mean shallow. In Toronto, it usually means the playlist is better, the cocktails come with a twist, and everyone in the room looks like they were styled by someone cooler than you. But the best trendy bars in Toronto ride the algorithm and set the vibe.
If it’s on this list, it’s where the cool kids are going right now. Not six months ago. Not after a BuzzFeed list. Now.
Parc Ave – 265 Davenport Rd, Annex/Yorkville Border
It is a sleek, fashion-forward bar without the Yorkville attitude. The vibe is moody Euro-lounge, the crowd is industry-adjacent, and the drinks? Precise, floral, and probably garnished with something foraged. It’s one of the most effortlessly trendy bars Toronto has seen lately.
TikTok to real life: Gaining steam and quietly becoming the go-to for people who hate the Ossington scene.
Why go: For a low-key flex date night.
Skip if you’re still wearing your patio shoes from 2020.
Black Pearl – 184 Pearl St, Entertainment District
Toronto’s subterranean rum bar, but make it fashionable. Black Pearl’s got candlelit booths, a killer hi-fi system, and cocktails with real bite. Think pirate vibes without the eye patch. It’s dark, vibey, and just wild enough.
TikTok to real life: Minimal, which is part of the appeal.
Why go: For great sound, strong rum, and low-key debauchery.
Skip if you’re looking for rooftop energy.
The Little Jerry – 418 College St, Harbord Village
This one’s for the cocktail nerds. Hidden in Harbord Village with no pretense, The Little Jerry serves ultra-creative drinks in a cosy, wood-accented room full of people who know exactly where they are.
TikTok to real life: Off the radar, and better that way.
Why go: For inventive drinks without the influencer circus.
Skip if you prefer bottle service or a DJ booth.
FAQ: Everything You’re Too Tipsy to Google About Bars in Toronto
You’ve had a few. The bartender’s busy. Your phone’s dying. And suddenly, you’ve got questions. Good news, we’ve answered the most common things people meant to Google before their third round.
Let’s clear it up:
What’s the best bar in Toronto for cocktails?
Depends on your vibe. If you want theatre, go to BarChef. If you want innovation, hit Mother. For a quiet gem, try The Little Jerry. Toronto’s cocktail bars are layered and a bit competitive.
Are there any bars in Toronto open past 2 AM?
Rare, but they exist. Look for places like Free Time Café or late-night joints like Super Bargain that push the limits. Otherwise? You’re looking at underground events, after-hours lounges, or knowing someone who knows someone.
Where can I find a good speakeasy in Toronto?
Start with the Gift Shop or The Cloak, both of which are hidden and worth the hunt. Or try Cry Baby Gallery if you prefer your cocktails accompanied by an art gallery experience.
What’s the legal drinking age in Toronto?
19. And yes, even at dive bars, they’ll card you if you look too fresh-faced.
What’s the dress code for trendy bars in Toronto?
Smart casual is the unofficial standard. Think: clean sneakers, tailored pieces, no sweatpants. That said, attitude > outfit. If you walk in as you belong, you probably do.
Your Guide to Drinking Like a Local
Toronto’s bar scene doesn’t hand itself over easily — and that’s the point. It’s layered. It’s alive. It’s worth the hangover.
Drink respectfully—tip like you mean it. Stay curious.
The city changes fast, but the good spots linger just under the surface.
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