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Toronto Bar Guide

130 bars across 7 neighbourhoods, organised by occasion.

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Our Top Picks

The bars our editors are recommending right now. From intimate cocktail lounges to late-night music venues, these are the places shaping Toronto's bar scene.

Cocktail Bar

Civil Liberties

Ossington · $$$

Meticulous cocktails in an intimate, wood-lined space. Our editors love the precision here. Each drink is crafted with rare spirits and seasonal ingredients. The bartenders know their craft.

Date Night

Bar Isabel

Ossington · $$$

Spanish wine bar with a romantic, candlelit atmosphere. We recommend the wine pairings with small plates. The space feels like a Lisbon hideaway transplanted to Toronto.

Live Music

The Dakota Tavern

Ossington · $$

Live blues and rock music nightly in a gritty, unpretentious setting. Our editors love the raw energy here. The drinks are honest, the music is authentic.

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Neighbourhood Guide

King West

The heart of downtown Toronto's bar scene. King West stretches with upscale cocktail lounges, rooftop terraces, and late-night clubs. We recommend exploring the blocks between Simcoe and University for the densest collection of bars.

Kensington Market

Toronto's eclectic, bohemian neighbourhood filled with independent bars tucked into heritage buildings. Discover dive bars, craft beer spots, and speakeasy-style cocktail lounges. The vibe is uniquely creative.

Distillery District

A pedestrian village of cobblestone streets and Victorian-era warehouses converted into restaurants and bars. The historic atmosphere sets this neighbourhood apart. We love the craft breweries and wine bars here.

Liberty Village

Industrial-chic neighbourhood with converted loft apartments and contemporary bars. The waterfront location gives many venues patios and outdoor seating. This area attracts a younger crowd with casual, friendly spots.

The Annex

Home to the University of Toronto and a thriving student bar culture. Bloor Street and Spadina Avenue have the highest concentration. You will find everything from dive bars to upscale lounges here.

Ossington

Ossington Avenue has transformed into one of Toronto's hottest bar strips. Our editors love the mix of craft cocktail bars, music venues, and late-night haunts. The neighbourhood gets better every year.

Yorkville

An upscale neighbourhood with luxury hotels and fine dining establishments. Yorkville Avenue and the surrounding blocks feature high-end cocktail bars and wine lounges. This is where Toronto comes to dress up.

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