Guidebook for Toronto

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Guidebook for Toronto

Food Scene

Popular & great spot for brunch, drinks, burgers, great patio - on the way explore along Ossington between Queen Street & Dundas
538 locals recommend
The Drake Hotel
1150 Queen St W
538 locals recommend
Popular & great spot for brunch, drinks, burgers, great patio - on the way explore along Ossington between Queen Street & Dundas
Argentinian eatery with an open kitchen serving wood-fire grilled meats & other sharing plates.
Tanto
922 Queen St W
Argentinian eatery with an open kitchen serving wood-fire grilled meats & other sharing plates.
Union was inspired by the classic Paris bistro and its simple, hearty fare. It’s a neighbourhood local with a contemporary take on traditional dishes. Only organic farm fresh, locally grown provisions are served at Union, with an emphasis on seasonal fruits and vegetables.
128 locals recommend
Union
72 Ossington Ave
128 locals recommend
Union was inspired by the classic Paris bistro and its simple, hearty fare. It’s a neighbourhood local with a contemporary take on traditional dishes. Only organic farm fresh, locally grown provisions are served at Union, with an emphasis on seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Pressed sandwiches & meats with rice & beans are served at this Cuban diner with a throwback vibe.
178 locals recommend
La Cubana
392 Roncesvalles Ave
178 locals recommend
Pressed sandwiches & meats with rice & beans are served at this Cuban diner with a throwback vibe.
High ceilings & modern furniture create a chic setting for French-inspired dishes & seasonal drinks.
26 locals recommend
Böehmer
93 Ossington Ave
26 locals recommend
High ceilings & modern furniture create a chic setting for French-inspired dishes & seasonal drinks.
Cozy destination known for its ceviche, plus a small plates menu mixing Asian & Pan-Latin tastes.
80 locals recommend
Foxley
207 Ossington Ave
80 locals recommend
Cozy destination known for its ceviche, plus a small plates menu mixing Asian & Pan-Latin tastes.
HUGELY popular ice cream shop “Bang Bang” makes its own cookies & ice cream but line ups are CRAZY (tip- go on a weekday around 3pm)
171 locals recommend
Bang Bang Ice Cream & Bakery
93A Ossington Ave
171 locals recommend
HUGELY popular ice cream shop “Bang Bang” makes its own cookies & ice cream but line ups are CRAZY (tip- go on a weekday around 3pm)
Everything from hand-made ice cream, to gourmet chocolate truffes!
29 locals recommend
Sweet Olenka's
1050 Queen St W
29 locals recommend
Everything from hand-made ice cream, to gourmet chocolate truffes!
Bakery offering fresh-baked cookies stuffed with a variety of decadent fillings, plus milk & coffee.
23 locals recommend
Craig's Cookies
1332 Queen St W
23 locals recommend
Bakery offering fresh-baked cookies stuffed with a variety of decadent fillings, plus milk & coffee.
Mitzi's is a beloved brunch spot in the heart of Roncesvalles. Off the main strip and filled with character, they feature a rotating specials board and an inviting patio.
86 locals recommend
Mitzi's Cafe
100 Sorauren Avenue
86 locals recommend
Mitzi's is a beloved brunch spot in the heart of Roncesvalles. Off the main strip and filled with character, they feature a rotating specials board and an inviting patio.
Using organic ingredients, this corner spot with vintage decor offers brunch & lunch, plus espresso.
58 locals recommend
Luna Cafe
181 Dovercourt Rd
58 locals recommend
Using organic ingredients, this corner spot with vintage decor offers brunch & lunch, plus espresso.
Monday- @ Sorauren Park- 3-7pm
31 locals recommend
Sorauren Farmers' Market
50 Roncesvalles Ave
31 locals recommend
Monday- @ Sorauren Park- 3-7pm
Tuesday- @ Trinity Bellwoods- 3-7pm
19 locals recommend
Trinity Bellwoods Farmers Market
241-257 Shaw St
19 locals recommend
Tuesday- @ Trinity Bellwoods- 3-7pm
Thursday- @ Dufferin Grove 3-7pm amazing place and worth a trip with a 5min taxi ride there - amazing park - amazing vibe for family - pizza made in wood oven in the park - buy local foods at the market and just bring a blanket
28 locals recommend
Dufferin Grove Farmer's Market
875 Dufferin Street
28 locals recommend
Thursday- @ Dufferin Grove 3-7pm amazing place and worth a trip with a 5min taxi ride there - amazing park - amazing vibe for family - pizza made in wood oven in the park - buy local foods at the market and just bring a blanket
At the top of Dunn on Queen - great place with kids - espresso based drinks are good
103 locals recommend
Capital Espresso
1349 Queen St W
103 locals recommend
At the top of Dunn on Queen - great place with kids - espresso based drinks are good
A MUST!!! piece of or also known as “Paris in Parkdale” Cafe with fresh baked goods, breads, foods, sandwiches juices, great espresso based drinks - nice to hangout even with kids
51 locals recommend
The Tempered Room
1374 Queen St W
51 locals recommend
A MUST!!! piece of or also known as “Paris in Parkdale” Cafe with fresh baked goods, breads, foods, sandwiches juices, great espresso based drinks - nice to hangout even with kids
Ice cream, bubble tea & bubble waffle
Star Ice Cream & Bubble Tea
Ice cream, bubble tea & bubble waffle
Great for families - amazing burgers, salads, breakfast - handcut meat and cooked to order - great kids menu - Thursday night Chinese/American themed menu
40 locals recommend
Skyline Restaurant
1426 Queen St W
40 locals recommend
Great for families - amazing burgers, salads, breakfast - handcut meat and cooked to order - great kids menu - Thursday night Chinese/American themed menu
Great Japanese Izakaya
Sho Izakaya
1406 Queen St W
Great Japanese Izakaya
Popular excellent Japanese Izakaya - good/loud environment - great for kids who want to add to the atmosphere
41 locals recommend
Guu Izakaya
1314 Queen St W
41 locals recommend
Popular excellent Japanese Izakaya - good/loud environment - great for kids who want to add to the atmosphere
Great breakfast place & coffee - check for hours - closed past 4pm
29 locals recommend
Rustic Cosmo Cafe
1278 Queen St W
29 locals recommend
Great breakfast place & coffee - check for hours - closed past 4pm
Best place for sushi in Parkdale - owners from Vancouver - worth the walk to this place
11 locals recommend
KOTTA SUSHI
1226 King St W
11 locals recommend
Best place for sushi in Parkdale - owners from Vancouver - worth the walk to this place
Pizza place with great little bar and new patio- order pizza by the pie all excellent- TIP... buy by the slice when it’s fresh out
43 locals recommend
Superpoint
184 Ossington Ave
43 locals recommend
Pizza place with great little bar and new patio- order pizza by the pie all excellent- TIP... buy by the slice when it’s fresh out
Mexican food - patio in back is great with kids - inside the music can be nice and loud
292 locals recommend
Grand Electric Parkdale
1330 Queen St W
292 locals recommend
Mexican food - patio in back is great with kids - inside the music can be nice and loud
Ok food good for deep fried things - great back patio for drinks
54 locals recommend
Cadillac Lounge
1296 Queen St W
54 locals recommend
Ok food good for deep fried things - great back patio for drinks
Patio nice for people watching on Queen street - all kinds of beers from all over the world - good place for appetizers and drinks only
94 locals recommend
The Rhino
1249 Queen St W
94 locals recommend
Patio nice for people watching on Queen street - all kinds of beers from all over the world - good place for appetizers and drinks only
Popular fast food take on Vegan Food - have a Big Mac Version
33 locals recommend
Doomie's
1265 Queen St W
33 locals recommend
Popular fast food take on Vegan Food - have a Big Mac Version

Drinks & Nightlife

Bellwoods Brewery is a Toronto microbrewery, bar/pub and brewery retail store.
373 locals recommend
Bellwoods Brewery
124 Ossington Ave
373 locals recommend
Bellwoods Brewery is a Toronto microbrewery, bar/pub and brewery retail store.
Salt offers a modern progressive approach to Iberian/Canadian tapas tapas. Guests enjoy artisanal cheese, Iberian charcuterie and an excellent variety of small plate dishes. Seasonal and local products are used wherever possible and the cellar contains an extensive list of Portuguese and Spanish wines which compliment every dish.
37 locals recommend
Salt Wine Bar Ltd
225 Ossington Avenue
37 locals recommend
Salt offers a modern progressive approach to Iberian/Canadian tapas tapas. Guests enjoy artisanal cheese, Iberian charcuterie and an excellent variety of small plate dishes. Seasonal and local products are used wherever possible and the cellar contains an extensive list of Portuguese and Spanish wines which compliment every dish.

Shopping

Silkscreened graphic tees, clothing, cute accessories, enamel pins, embroidered iron-on patches.
7 locals recommend
Crywolf
7 locals recommend
Silkscreened graphic tees, clothing, cute accessories, enamel pins, embroidered iron-on patches.
Kensington Market is a walkable bohemian neighbourhood that draws artists and tourists to its indie shops, vintage boutiques and arts spaces. The Market is also home to a wide array of specialty grocers, bakeries and cheese shops. Hipsters frequent trendy bars, cafes and international restaurants that range from casual to fine dining.
1698 locals recommend
Kensington Market
1698 locals recommend
Kensington Market is a walkable bohemian neighbourhood that draws artists and tourists to its indie shops, vintage boutiques and arts spaces. The Market is also home to a wide array of specialty grocers, bakeries and cheese shops. Hipsters frequent trendy bars, cafes and international restaurants that range from casual to fine dining.
With a striking glass galleria and iconic "Flight Stop" geese, CF Toronto Eaton Centre is a celebrated Canadian landmark. Home to over 250+ best-in-class stores.
2460 locals recommend
CF Toronto Eaton Centre
220 Yonge St
2460 locals recommend
With a striking glass galleria and iconic "Flight Stop" geese, CF Toronto Eaton Centre is a celebrated Canadian landmark. Home to over 250+ best-in-class stores.

Parks & Nature

Great for picnics, wading pool, park playground, and something always happening on the weekends - explore the shops in the neighbourhood - pretty much all Local talent
743 locals recommend
Trinity Bellwoods Park
790 Queen St W
743 locals recommend
Great for picnics, wading pool, park playground, and something always happening on the weekends - explore the shops in the neighbourhood - pretty much all Local talent
Supervised Wading Pool open until 6pm - walking distance
Masaryk Park
220 Cowan Ave
Supervised Wading Pool open until 6pm - walking distance
Great park with supervised wading pool - indoor pool with FREE swim times for parents and kids (check for times)
6 locals recommend
Mary McCormick Recreation Centre
66 Sheridan Ave
6 locals recommend
Great park with supervised wading pool - indoor pool with FREE swim times for parents and kids (check for times)
Great for families - with a restaurant off to the side - really nice to visit and go for a walk by the lake with playgrounds along the way - the outdoor pool is free!
34 locals recommend
Sunnyside - Gus Ryder Outdoor Pool
1755 Lake Shore Blvd W
34 locals recommend
Great for families - with a restaurant off to the side - really nice to visit and go for a walk by the lake with playgrounds along the way - the outdoor pool is free!
Great place for picnics - hike - playgrounds - nature walk - has a restaurant - Grenadier Restaurant
494 locals recommend
High Park Subway Station
494 locals recommend
Great place for picnics - hike - playgrounds - nature walk - has a restaurant - Grenadier Restaurant

Sightseeing

Roncesvalles (has the highest density of kids in the city) what use to be a predominantly Polish community now with a whole mix of fruit & veggie shops, clothing shops, restaurants, etc.
28 locals recommend
Roncesvalles Avenue
Roncesvalles Avenue
28 locals recommend
Roncesvalles (has the highest density of kids in the city) what use to be a predominantly Polish community now with a whole mix of fruit & veggie shops, clothing shops, restaurants, etc.
Go up the CN Tower for amazing panoramic views of the city
3509 locals recommend
CN Tower
290 Bremner Blvd
3509 locals recommend
Go up the CN Tower for amazing panoramic views of the city

Essentials

Large grocery store
52 locals recommend
Metro at West Queen West
1230 Queen St W
52 locals recommend
Large grocery store
Grass fed Beef & other animal meats
Cattlemen Meat Market
1538 Queen St W
Grass fed Beef & other animal meats
Great selection of meats & pre-marinated, appetizers, soups, and ready to warm up dishes
37 locals recommend
Cumbrae's
714 Queen St W
37 locals recommend
Great selection of meats & pre-marinated, appetizers, soups, and ready to warm up dishes
A favourite for most - premarinated meats
19 locals recommend
Rowe Farms - Roncesvalles
105 Roncesvalles Ave
19 locals recommend
A favourite for most - premarinated meats
Super clean seafood shop on Roncesvalles
27 locals recommend
De La Mer
291 Roncesvalles Ave
27 locals recommend
Super clean seafood shop on Roncesvalles
Newly opened pharmacy on Queen & Dovercourt - open until 12am- within walking distance
Rexall Drugstore
1093 Queen St W
Newly opened pharmacy on Queen & Dovercourt - open until 12am- within walking distance
Drug mart open everyday until 10pm
154 locals recommend
Shoppers Drug Mart
620 Keele St
154 locals recommend
Drug mart open everyday until 10pm
Liquor store
957 locals recommend
LCBO
49 Spadina Ave.
957 locals recommend
Liquor store

Arts & Culture

Collection includes close to 95,000 works spanning the first century to the present day.
2262 locals recommend
Art Gallery of Ontario
317 Dundas St W
2262 locals recommend
Collection includes close to 95,000 works spanning the first century to the present day.