New bars in Toronto are where to go to scope out the nightlife in each neighbourhood. Dives, saloons, taverns, watering holes, whatever you want to call them, some great new spots to get your drink on opened in our city this year.
Here are my picks for the top new bars in Toronto by neighbourhood.
Annex
Myato Gastropub now blends the intersection of Korean and pub cultures found in this neighbourhood.
Bloorcourt
Greek restaurant Menalon turned into wine bar Paradise Grapevine this year, the magical back patio given some much-needed tlc.
Bloordale
Replacing Orchard, The Jim now serves alligator tacos and a formidable array of craft beer.
Canary District
The Aviary Brewpub is now the official home of long slice brewing in this neighbourhood.
Chinatown
Big Trouble Bar opened up this year above Sichuan ren, serving baijiu and “bang bang shrimp.”
Church Wellesley Village
Storm Crow transformed a multi-storey structure into an escapist fantasy designed just for nerds this year.
Corktown
Cocktails, mocktails and coffee can now be found at the cozy Henrietta Lane.
Sidebar is a chill but classy destination for pre-show dinner and post-show drinks. Photo by Hector Vasquez.
Danforth
Sidebar provides a new spot for drinks and eats right before a show at the Danforth Music Hall right next door.
Dundas West
Tilt may have had to move from the Annex to make way for the Annex Hotel, but it’s to the benefit of this neighbourhood that now gets free play of over 50 arcade games for a flat fee.
Entertainment District
The Templar hotel welcomed Filipino-influenced Mother Tongue to its lower floors this year.
Financial District
Pong Bar opened up under Walrus Pub, a ping pong ball counterpart to the restaurant upstairs.
Junction
Balkan-themed bar Blua has transformed a sports bar into a veritable dreamscape.
Kensington
Koi Koi Sake Bar serves, of course, sake, as well as a variety of fun snacks to go along with it.
King West
Petty Cash is the latest venture from Steve Gonzalez of Baro and Nate Middleton of the now-closed Home of the Brave, serving chicken sandwiches and burgers.
Just push past the romanesque door to find the hidden Vatican Gift Shop bar. Photo by Hector Vasquez.
Leslieville
Vatican Gift Shop is this areas latest “secret bar,” tucked behind a church-themed gift shop.
Little Italy
Come See Me now serves chicken and waffles on a stick and has DJs every night.
Parkdale
Dumbo Snack Bar has all the finger foods and fun atmosphere this bar-filled neighbourhood could ask for.
Riverside
Bocce meets mini golf at Lob, a new yard games bar.
Roncesvalles
Live music and kettle chips are what you’ll find at cute new spot Bluebird.
Stockyards
People’s Pint is the latest craft brewery to open up in this area, serving up a ton of great choices.
West Queen West
Councillor serves scratch bar snacks and traditional cocktails, playing multiple sports games at a time to keep all fans satisfied.
by Amy Carlberg via blogTO
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