The Hole in the Wall is such a fun little spot for a relaxed night out, especially if you enjoy…read morewhisky, wine, and well-made cocktails. Their drink menu is impressively broad, with a strong whisky selection from different regions, plus plenty of cocktails, spirits, and wine. I especially loved the Scotchman in Sidecar, which blends Té Bheag and Laphroaig with Cointreau and lemon. It had this really interesting balance of smoky peat and bright citrus. Naked and Famous was also great if you like something a little sharper and more refreshing, while the Mango Mojito leaned sweeter and easier to sip. The food was just as enjoyable. The Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizzas were probably my favorite part of the meal, with a chewy crust and really satisfying flavor. The Savory Peach from the summer specials was surprisingly good, especially with the spicy sauce on the side, and the Spicy Ropressata was another standout if you like something a little salty and bold. We also tried the Shepherd's Pie, which was warm, hearty, and comforting, and the oysters were fresh and good quality too. Overall, it feels like one of those cozy places that works equally well for drinks, a casual date night, or a laid-back evening with friends.

I stopped by The Hole In The Wall recently and honestly, it turned out to be one of those places…read morethat just feels right from the moment you walk in. The atmosphere is relaxed and a bit cozy without trying too hard, which I really appreciated. The food was surprisingly good -- everything felt fresh and well thought out, not overly complicated but definitely satisfying. You can tell they care about quality and consistency. Service was friendly and easygoing, not rushed at all, which made the whole experience even better. Overall, it's the kind of spot I'd come back to without overthinking it -- whether for a casual meal or just to unwind a bit.

Excellent Toronto punk bar that just couldn't exist downtown due to gentrification and I'm glad…read morethat it's here for them in the Junction, (ok well, Lola could be an exception), especially since some of my friends are punk rock musicians. If you hear of any event at See-Scape do not hesitate to go! There's free parking on-site around the back (don't quote me on that) so TTC take the car, or whatever but get yourself down there and put in those ear plugs (available at the bar) and enjoy the show. The main floor has some funky video games in one part and a cool bar to drink at where you just can't be bored looking at the swag all around you and chatting with some cool characters that you won't find in the Financial District, that's for sure. Friendly bar staff will help you whet your whistle so no problem there and the beer isn't overpriced either. Upstairs is where the action is with a neat industrial looking stage that has the overhead grid system made of metal that give it a legit rock venue look, even though it's very small. The bar upstairs has canned beers only so no problem getting one of those and hanging out, with mostly standing room only with a couple tables for the boomers, this is one of the parts of Toronto that makes you feel like you're somewhere else, like Hamilton for example : )

I have never tried any food or drink so this review is solely on the ambiance. I went on Thursday…read moreright at 5pm when they opened because I felt nostalgic for guitar hero. I was helped by the employee but one of the guitars buttons was not working. (Which kinda dings their review for me). I was shocked by the quality of board games though! They had real gems like Arc Nova, Root and Twilight Imperium that brings in the real board game geeks but the space this is in doesn't make sense. It's a dimly lit, loud bar so I really don't see it being feasible to play these 4 hour high concentration games but whoever curated this collection has excellent taste.

Do you like beer and pinball? Then this is the place for you. Amazing selection of new (mostly…read moreStern) and retro machines. Just a few beers on tap but lots of options in cans, including hard seltzers and ciders. People go here to play pinball, so if you're not into pinball you probably won't like it, unless you're good with drinking at a table and watching other people play. This is literally my favourite bar in Toronto. Games are well maintained, awesome service from the super friendly owner, solid craft drinks options. Vibe is laid back and welcoming. If you want to play pinball this is the place to go in Toronto.

Been several times - specially on days when there is unlimited play on Sundays and Tuesdays for…read morejust $5. Very affordable beers and ciders complete this idyllic scenario for arcade games lovers. The movie Cop Land says that there are "Two kind of people in the world - Pinball People & Video Game People", and they are both at Cabin Fever.

Dropped in for a quick afternoon beer last week and had a good feeling about this place right away…read more It's got a friendly + cozy vibe + small but diverse selection of beer on tap. I think they call places like this "dive bars" in Toronto but they are known simply as "bars" in other parts of the world. They also have a fun newsletter called The Low Bar Bugle which was good reading. It seems to be only issue #1 but I look forward to more. Then we dropped in for a beer early on a Saturday night and the place was hopping. Seems like it is also a music venue. Which we clued in to as we watched the punk rock-n-roll crowd coming and going and listened to the sound blasting from upstairs (accessed via the red door next to the front door). Despite the busy night Low Bar maintained it's charm. Nice to have a great go to bar in the hood. (Low Bar is in the space formerly known as Gaslight.)

Feels auspicious that there's a cool new old dive bar in the neighbourhood. Dropped in once for an…read moreafter-work pint on a weekday. We tried the happy hour special Low Beer draft (big glass, $7), which was apparently something by Great Lakes. It was a quiet time of day with some regulars chatting around the bar and good tunes playing. Came back a second time on a Saturday night when there was a gig upstairs. Place was bustling with people getting a drink in before heading upstairs, then got briefly super busy during a break in the show. Cheerful crowd of punks, rockers and beer drinkers. Happy to see the scrumptious Bellwoods Roman Candle on tap (small pint, $8). Friendly place with groovy old chairs, low light, vintage lamps, random decor and even its own newsletter! There looks to be a patio out back, too. I'll be back!

Located in the heart of the Junction, The Indie Ale House is a popular Brewpub with locals in the…read morearea. I recently dropped by for first time during lunch hour, and similar to all restaurants in the area, it's wasn't busy during this time so there were plenty of seating and reservations were not required. However, evenings and weekends can be quite busy, but reservations can be made via OpenTable. I ordered the Burger of The mouth with a side of salad, while my friend ordered the Indie Fried Chicken Platter. I personally found the burger and salad to be quite delicious. The beef patty was juicy, with all sauces and ingredients complimenting each other nicely. My friend on the other hand, found the chicken a little dry, and the coleslaw warm, and soggy. The restaurant had a cozy laid back feel at this time, contrary to the loud and lively evenings. The hostess/server was attentive, friendly, and efficient. She let us sit anywhere we wanted when we arrived given the quieter afternoons, and she knew the menu well.

I love coming here, this brewpub is a consistent favorite of ours!…read more In a nutshell they have excellent beer, food and service and you can never go wrong when you come to this place. They have a wide range of in-house beers, sours and even hard to find Ales. The ambiance is welcoming and accomodating to all ages (even kids). If you're a first time customer and undecided on which beer to choose, I encouraged you to try their Beer Flights which includes 5 oz. sample of 5 beers on tap. I love IPA's and Pilsner so I like ordering the Instigator & Marco Polo. Instigator, a West Coast IPA has a light honeyed sweetness with plenty of hoppy goodness. Quite malty but has well balanced and smooth tasting notes. The Marco Polo on the otherhand is a flavourful dry-hopped lager but super crisp and refreshing which is perfect for hot summer days. My SO who is into strong and dark ales swears how good their Zombie Apocalyse and Breakfast Porter. But the huge draw of me coming here is mainly how impressed I am of their food menu. They offer fresh and high quality dishes that doesn't taste like your clasic pub meals. I always order their Southern Fried Chicken since this is the best Southern Fried Chicken I've ever tried. The fried chicken is intensely flavourful and incredibly crunchy and pairs well with any of their beers. The Indie Burger is another one of my fave. This is your ultimate cheeseburger - two smashed beef patties that is juicy in every bite. Staff are also knowledgeable, friendly and will answer any questions you have about their beer offerings. Top notch chef, nice atmosphere and a wide range of pints to sample makes Indie Alehouse one of the city's top must visit locations for beer drinkers and foodies alike.

Single doorway off the street, down a long hall then down a long staircase...then my cell signal…read morewas gone. Thankfully there was a huge well stocked bar at the bottom and not a scene from Saw. It did remind me of a basement jam space from the 90's. Sound was great and lots of booths and couches if you felt like sitting. Staff was fast and friendly.

Cool location. Seems like an up and coming area. The band playing was John's Cottage. I had a cider…read morein a bottle for $8.50. A tad expensive for a divey venue on a Thursday. It felt like everyone there was around 18 years old and we were in a college party basement.

Creepy staff: Underage party member got hit on, as did the other female members of our band and…read moreparty. Owner cancelled the sound guy on us and the door guy flaked. Despite many staff members, the majority of them were drunk. Nothing was cleaned in the 6 hours we were there. The bathrooms were absolutely disgusting. Do not book this venue, hell I don't suggest the bar if you're female.

Previously the Del Ray Tavern, it is now Tail of the Junction. Has kept most of the rough and ready…read morecharm thankfully. With the addition of live music many nights. Friday's and Saturday's acts lean towards the heavy side so be prepared for high decibels after 10pm. But these bands need a venue to rock out and this is perfect for that. Easy load in and surprisingly good sound. Drink specials change daily so be ready. Service is straightforward and swift. Most are easy on the eyes as well . Free parking in the back off of Runnymede. TTC at front door. Afternoons are populated by colourful regulars and evenings are more of Sunset Strip LA vibe. All good. This place is the most legit spot in The Junction. Hipsters can't get away with their usual pretentious antics but are welcome.

Love this place more every time. It is very lively, especially for a weekday, and of course, it…read moremakes for a great place to watch sporting events while eating bar food andshooting pool with friends. The size makes it a great place for reunions with larger groups of old friends, and I'm not really much of a beer guy, so their decently priced liquor makes for great drinks before sharing a social pint with friends.

they have a billiard side bar side…read moregood neighbourhood type bar and smartly they have happy hour specials

An intimate space with a fanastic vibe! Definitely a place where lots of locals and regulars come…read moreby. Loved it and will be back.

Nice little bar with great ambiance.The back patio is a hidden gem and the drink menu is affordable…read moreand varied. it is a good neighborhood institution.

Five stars for the service! Pedro was very friendly, attentive and took good care of us during our…read morevisit. The location is across the street from High Park and from the station. The food was just okay - the spicy crispy chicken wasn't really crispy, while the rainbow trout was a bit too salty. A good place to stop in for a drink after a visit to High Park.

This place has been in my neighbourhood for a long time and I've never ventured in - today as a…read moreresult of reconnecting with friends I have not seen in over 5 years I got to go there, while it's a "local" it's what I would think of a a sports bar - the hockey game was on, but honestly I was so into catching up with friends I didn't notice, the waiter was great as were the other staff we dealt with, when I got the chance I checked out all the mugshots on the wall - some of the most famous people are on the wall, including , #Presley, #Bowie, #Fonda& even the biggest crook in current day - can you guess- he's orange On the waiters recommendation I had the Lamb Chop, a big portion that was perfectly cooked and tasty with the root vegetables and a good portion of mashed potatoes, my friends had burgers and we all finished off our plates, full and no room for desert - I realized I should have taken photos of the food, but I missed the opportunity! Our booth was comfortable for the 2.5 hour stay but I was wanting to catch some images of the walls of mugshots- it was pretty interesting to see the array of subjects! I would go back again - I think it would be a great spot on the roof deck in the summer