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
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The Drake Hotel
1150 Queen St W
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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.
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Union
72 Ossington Ave
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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.
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La Cubana
392 Roncesvalles Ave
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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.
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Böehmer
93 Ossington Ave
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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.
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Foxley
207 Ossington Ave
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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)
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Bang Bang Ice Cream & Bakery
93A Ossington Ave
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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!
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Sweet Olenka's
1050 Queen St W
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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.
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Craig's Cookies
1332 Queen St W
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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.
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Mitzi's Cafe
100 Sorauren Avenue
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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.
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Luna Cafe
181 Dovercourt Rd
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Using organic ingredients, this corner spot with vintage decor offers brunch & lunch, plus espresso.
Monday- @ Sorauren Park- 3-7pm
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Sorauren Farmers' Market
50 Roncesvalles Ave
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Monday- @ Sorauren Park- 3-7pm
Tuesday- @ Trinity Bellwoods- 3-7pm
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Trinity Bellwoods Farmers Market
241-257 Shaw St
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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
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Dufferin Grove Farmer's Market
875 Dufferin Street
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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
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Capital Espresso
1349 Queen St W
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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
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The Tempered Room
1374 Queen St W
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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
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Skyline Restaurant
1426 Queen St W
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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
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Guu Izakaya
1314 Queen St W
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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
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Rustic Cosmo Cafe
1278 Queen St W
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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
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KOTTA SUSHI
1226 King St W
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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
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Superpoint
184 Ossington Ave
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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
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Grand Electric Parkdale
1330 Queen St W
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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
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Cadillac Lounge
1296 Queen St W
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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
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The Rhino
1249 Queen St W
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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
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Doomie's
1265 Queen St W
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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.
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Bellwoods Brewery
124 Ossington Ave
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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.
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Salt Wine Bar Ltd
225 Ossington Avenue
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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.
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Crywolf
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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.
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Kensington Market
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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.
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CF Toronto Eaton Centre
220 Yonge St
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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
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Trinity Bellwoods Park
790 Queen St W
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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)
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Mary McCormick Recreation Centre
66 Sheridan Ave
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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!
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Sunnyside - Gus Ryder Outdoor Pool
1755 Lake Shore Blvd W
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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
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High Park Subway Station
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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.
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Roncesvalles Avenue
Roncesvalles Avenue
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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
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CN Tower
290 Bremner Blvd
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Go up the CN Tower for amazing panoramic views of the city

Essentials

Large grocery store
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Metro at West Queen West
1230 Queen St W
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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
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Cumbrae's
714 Queen St W
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Great selection of meats & pre-marinated, appetizers, soups, and ready to warm up dishes
A favourite for most - premarinated meats
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Rowe Farms - Roncesvalles
105 Roncesvalles Ave
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A favourite for most - premarinated meats
Super clean seafood shop on Roncesvalles
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De La Mer
291 Roncesvalles Ave
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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
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Shoppers Drug Mart
620 Keele St
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Drug mart open everyday until 10pm
Liquor store
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LCBO
49 Spadina Ave.
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Liquor store

Arts & Culture

Collection includes close to 95,000 works spanning the first century to the present day.
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Художня галерея Онтаріо
317 Dundas St W
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Collection includes close to 95,000 works spanning the first century to the present day.