Kensington Market & Chinatown
'Nothing here is just ordinary,' says the dude behind the counter, and that's true. Serving the best latte west of Yonge St, Moonbean has organic and fair…
Must-see nightlife in Ontario
Kingston
This ranch-raunchy pub has a killer selection of beers on tap and a fantastic bar menu ranging from comfort food (poutine, house burger) to smart dining …
Northern Ontario
Graham and Holli have set up a small taproom and brewery on the outskirts of the town, offering up a range of beers produced on-site. It's a family-run…
Southwestern Ontario
Friendly staff, a solid lineup of draft beer and hearty British pub fare make this downtown bar a sensible choice for a coupla pints. Live music and…
Northern Ontario
This long-standing local fave offers dozens of beers on tap and meals in a two-level venue. Dishes ($16 to $20) include scrumptious coconut curry soup,…
Northern Ontario
Behind its unremarkable facade, this neighborhood bar is a great place to relax among warm, friendly chatter and cold beer. One of the better whiskey…
Northern Ontario
Don't let its location inside a chain motel put you off, as HardRock42 has the largest selection of taps in Sudbury and a large enough clientele to make…
Old Town, Corktown & Distillery District
Fancy an afternoon coffee? Dineen is perfect if you're feeling like something more lavish. This downtown location occupies a heritage building with ornate…
Southwestern Ontario
In an old redbrick house, the Wooly has a good lineup of local craft brews and ranks highly for upmarket pub grub like its pork-belly Reuben sandwich ($16…
Ottawa
This chic, flowing lounge with slick DJ beats, overstuffed furniture, cocktails and equally creative cuisine (lunch/dinner mains $23/34) appeals to a…
Against the Grain Urban Tavern
Toronto
The best feature of this yuppyish pub is its enormous lakefront patio (seasonal), with some of the best views of the Toronto harbor front. Come with a…
Eastern Ontario
Picton's favorite spot for a coffee ($5), which is available in myriad forms, along with pastries, sandwiches ($9), salads, bagels and smoothies. Local…
East Toronto & Rosedale
Reminiscent of a bygone era, the Comrade is a red-lit bar with a pressed-tin roof, mahogany accents and taxidermied animal heads hung high. The cocktail…
Southwestern Ontario
Stop into this local brewpub for a cold craft beer, made with Canadian barley and premium hops, and taste treats like wild blueberries. The brewery itself…
Toronto
With a friendly mixed crowd, this Latino-themed LGBTIQ+ dance bar is a longtime fave, with free salsa lessons every Friday at 11pm as well as drag shows…
Toronto
Toronto's most well-known gay bar is a sprawling complex with a grab bag of tricks, from drag shows, 'best ass' contests and billiards tables to nightly…
Toronto
With a moody candlelit front bar and a cavernous backroom hosting Friday and Saturday DJ nights, this local fave is a great mix of 20- to 30-somethings…
Southwestern Ontario
Cold pints of Guinness and Ontario craft beers by the river. Trivia Nights and Open Jams plus all-day breakfast fry-ups, beer-battered fish-and-chips, and…
Southwestern Ontario
Don't ask about the name – we don't get it either. Hands down London's largest and most hopping patio. Come for the bands and DJs, pool tables,…
Ottawa
Dating from 1849, 'the Laff' is Ottawa's oldest bar and it retains much quirky charm – a run-down relic that captures ByWard's laid-back attitude. Come…
Northern Ontario
Healthy blended juices and shakes are the name of the game at this 'juice collective.' There are also scrumptious dishes to accompany your smoothie, with…
Entertainment & Financial Districts
This King West hangout is a millennial favorite known for its killer cocktails and comfort food. Edgy murals and neon signs make it easy to prove you had…
Toronto
Natural wine is what it's all about at minimalist Après. A small, ever-changing menu of shareable dishes pairs perfectly with the low-intervention and…
Old Town, Corktown & Distillery District
The coffee creed at Italian-bistro-style B is 'Steamy, rich, smooth, strong, fine, bold, delicious.' Hot damn, has coffee ever sounded so sexy? Dark, tall…
Northern Ontario
This caffeine den is busy on weekdays and weekends alike, accompanying cups of black gold with pastries and paninis, as well as breakfast sandwiches ($8)…
East Toronto & Rosedale
So arty and grungy, this hangout is for east-end gentrifiers, cyclists and literati who like to jeer at the beautiful people of Yorkville. The best coffee…
Kingston
Get your daily dose of barista-brewed coffee here with your daily shot of free wi-fi. Why not have a Godiva chocolate or White Mountain ice cream with…
Ottawa
Keeping the ByWard Market crowds happy for 20 years, Lookout's nights range from karaoke on Tuesday and Wednesday to Saturday's drag show.
Kingston
This is where young Kingston folk get their groove on and dance till they drop. The club hosts big nights for events such as Canada Day.
Northern Ontario
Get your fix of black gold at this hip temple to the bean, which doubles as a roastery and has an adjoining record shop.
Kensington Market & Chinatown
Excellent coffee in a tall-ceilinged space, perfect for intensive writing or people-watching.
Toronto
For a dose of nostalgia, '80s-themed Convenience is an easy go-to. Drinks here may remind you of your youth (fuzzy navel, anyone?) and the music may bring…
Kensington Market & Chinatown
Spangled with graffiti on the prominent Bathurst-and-College-St corner, Sneaky Dee's is true grunge, with battered booths and years of history: fill up on…
Entertainment & Financial Districts
Trying valiantly to keep it real in a grungy sort of way, this urban rock bar is down a steep staircase lined with Led Zeppelin, Willie Nelson and John…
Entertainment & Financial Districts
Once part owned by Canada's favorite hockey legend but now just sharing his name, Gretzky's is a sports bar, restaurant and awesome rooftop patio serving…
Entertainment & Financial Districts
Like a thorny island in the middle of clubland and entertainment central, Crocodile Rock caters to a slightly older crowd, particularly since the…
Toronto
Just east of the Village, this historic 1891 mansion is a good all-round performer. Nicely renovated in dark tones, it's wonderfully cozy and inviting in…
Toronto
Comprising three Victorian houses in the Annex, the rowdy 'Maddy' draws a late-20s University of Toronto crowd. There are billiards, darts, a sports bar,…
Muskoka Lakes
Muskoka Brewery bottles some delicious flavors including a cream ale and a couple of lagers. For a deep dive, take a free taste-testing tour of the…
Northern Ontario
You're guaranteed to turn heads in northern Ontario's only gay bar, a fun subterranean spot where everyone knows everyone. Check the social media accounts…
