Guidebook for Toronto
Food Scene
One of my favourite brunch spots in the city but great at any time of day. (Possibly the most gastronomic brunch I've had). Italian bistro run by one of Toronto's top chef's, Rob Gentile. Classy casual atmosphere with shared tables and a nice wine bar. Open from 8am until 2am.
Small plates make sharing with friends and trying lots of dishes a must!
If you like bar buca, try buca and Jacob's Steak House for more formal meals.
126 locals recommend
Bar Buca
2 Portland StOne of my favourite brunch spots in the city but great at any time of day. (Possibly the most gastronomic brunch I've had). Italian bistro run by one of Toronto's top chef's, Rob Gentile. Classy casual atmosphere with shared tables and a nice wine bar. Open from 8am until 2am.
Small plates make sharing with friends and trying lots of dishes a must!
If you like bar buca, try buca and Jacob's Steak House for more formal meals.
Absolutely amazing Italian restaurant.
Reservations recommended.
See my write up on bar buca and choose between the two.
:-)
153 locals recommend
Buca
604 King St WAbsolutely amazing Italian restaurant.
Reservations recommended.
See my write up on bar buca and choose between the two.
:-)
Moderately priced trendy, contemporary and eclectic restaurant located a short walk from the condo. Contemporary / eclectic cuisine and features a patio, casual dining, full dinner menu in a casual atmosphere
395 locals recommend
Gusto 101
101 Portland StModerately priced trendy, contemporary and eclectic restaurant located a short walk from the condo. Contemporary / eclectic cuisine and features a patio, casual dining, full dinner menu in a casual atmosphere
Located in the split-level space that was once Roxy Blu nightclub, Peter Tsebelis (Brant House, Brassaii, Maro), has created a high-end steakhouse. Jacobs features Pennsylvania USDA Prime offered in cuts ranging from petit to Flintstone are aged under executive chef Ben Gundy's care for at least 28 days and up to 56.
One of the best steaks I've ever had. Pricey restaurant that's great for a special night out or a big splurge.
Reservations recommended.
138 locals recommend
Jacobs & Co. Steakhouse
12 Brant StLocated in the split-level space that was once Roxy Blu nightclub, Peter Tsebelis (Brant House, Brassaii, Maro), has created a high-end steakhouse. Jacobs features Pennsylvania USDA Prime offered in cuts ranging from petit to Flintstone are aged under executive chef Ben Gundy's care for at least 28 days and up to 56.
One of the best steaks I've ever had. Pricey restaurant that's great for a special night out or a big splurge.
Reservations recommended.
Hush specializes in American cuisine and features a patio, brunch, open late hours, kids' menu, daily specials, family dining in a casual atmosphere
7 locals recommend
HUSH Restaurant, Bar & Patio
303 King Street WestHush specializes in American cuisine and features a patio, brunch, open late hours, kids' menu, daily specials, family dining in a casual atmosphere
The gem of King Street West, Brassaii Restaurant & Lounge has quickly become the destination to see and be seen in Toronto. The bustling, casual/chic environment is complemented by specially created cocktails and a Mediterranean-inspired menu Perfect for an easy going dinner for two or night on the town with friends.
99 locals recommend
Brassaii
461 King St WThe gem of King Street West, Brassaii Restaurant & Lounge has quickly become the destination to see and be seen in Toronto. The bustling, casual/chic environment is complemented by specially created cocktails and a Mediterranean-inspired menu Perfect for an easy going dinner for two or night on the town with friends.
Weslodge Saloon offers a little bit of everything - brunch, lunch, dinner, prix fixe, dessert and cocktails. Slick decor and a late night kitchen open until 2am.
Just look for the iconic yellow doors.
84 locals recommend
Weslodge Saloon
480 King St WWeslodge Saloon offers a little bit of everything - brunch, lunch, dinner, prix fixe, dessert and cocktails. Slick decor and a late night kitchen open until 2am.
Just look for the iconic yellow doors.
Great seafood restaurant and oyster bar.
Nice casual atmosphere and great food.
97 locals recommend
Rodney’s Oyster House
469 King St WGreat seafood restaurant and oyster bar.
Nice casual atmosphere and great food.
Currently located on Queen Street West and soon to open directly across the street from the condo!!! Yay!!
I absolutely love this place. Fantastic Thai Street style food in a lively and casual atmosphere. It started as a lower level restaurant on Adelaide street and has kept growing and growing. It's definitely because of the food!! Never had better!
Really hoping that the casual atmosphere maintains when they open in their fancy new digs across the street. Fingers crossed!
199 locals recommend
Khao San Road
11 Charlotte StCurrently located on Queen Street West and soon to open directly across the street from the condo!!! Yay!!
I absolutely love this place. Fantastic Thai Street style food in a lively and casual atmosphere. It started as a lower level restaurant on Adelaide street and has kept growing and growing. It's definitely because of the food!! Never had better!
Really hoping that the casual atmosphere maintains when they open in their fancy new digs across the street. Fingers crossed!
Drinks & Nightlife
Lavelle
627 King St WHaven't been but this is a very busy club and not far from the condo.
Sister location of their larger Peter St. haunt. Great craft brew house and bar. You can see it from the balcony.
:-)
121 locals recommend
Bar Hop
391 King St WSister location of their larger Peter St. haunt. Great craft brew house and bar. You can see it from the balcony.
:-)
Sightseeing
Try the 360 Restaurant. Surprisingly good food with the best view of the city anywhere. Plus, with reservations your trip up is free.
3509 locals recommend
CN Tower
290 Bremner BlvdTry the 360 Restaurant. Surprisingly good food with the best view of the city anywhere. Plus, with reservations your trip up is free.
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
288 Bremner BlvdSeeing with da fishes
Chinatown
292 Spadina Ave.This is the larger of Toronto's 2 China towns.
One the the most unique neighborhoods in the city. While still retaining some of it's Bohemian roots, cool new bars and restaurants are raising rents and the area is changing. Check it out before it disappears. Vintage clothing shops, veggie markets, even a taco shop and a grilled cheese restaurant the eclectic mix is hard to beat.
1698 locals recommend
Kensington Market
One the the most unique neighborhoods in the city. While still retaining some of it's Bohemian roots, cool new bars and restaurants are raising rents and the area is changing. Check it out before it disappears. Vintage clothing shops, veggie markets, even a taco shop and a grilled cheese restaurant the eclectic mix is hard to beat.
No longer the hippest address in town, the original Queen West is now a retail strip fronting global brands like Zara, H&M and Lululemon.
723 locals recommend
Queen Street West
Queen Street WestNo longer the hippest address in town, the original Queen West is now a retail strip fronting global brands like Zara, H&M and Lululemon.
Shopping
Soma Chocolate Maker
32 Tank House LaneMmmm, chocolate!
CF Toronto Eaton Centre
220 Yonge StLarge indoor Mall
Essentials
Fresh & Wild Food Market
69 Spadina Ave.Right on the corner of King and Spadina.
Noah's Natural Foods
430 King St WHealth food store and organic grocery.
Where to buy Beer, Wine and Spirits.
Only open until until 9pm M-F, 6PM Sunday.
Right on the corner of King and Spadina.
957 locals recommend
LCBO
49 Spadina Ave.Where to buy Beer, Wine and Spirits.
Only open until until 9pm M-F, 6PM Sunday.
Right on the corner of King and Spadina.
Getting Around
The Spadina Street cars run North to Spadina Subway Station and South to Lakeshore.
65 locals recommend
Spadina station
7 Spadina RdThe Spadina Street cars run North to Spadina Subway Station and South to Lakeshore.