We got there just as they opened, so we were the only ones there. We wanted to sit in the front…read morewindow for any people-watching, but there were too many flies, so we rotated to the back patio. I chatted up their bartender, and she shared that they have karaoke every Sunday night. Unfortunately, we were staying in a different area that night, or we definitely would have come back. I don't drink much these days, but couldn't resist the Morning Glory Hole. It was delicious!

A super chill and fun bar! Stopped by Three Dollar Bill on a bar crawl. It's a smaller bar, but the…read moreatmosphere and people are great. We even came back at the end of the night because the vibes were just immaculate.

I loved their vibe and services. Their food and beverage are refreshing and a great place to go…read morewith family and friends.

I think hands down one of the best pizza I ever had in my life…read more Right when I came in the hostess was really nice offered me water. I ordered the robs favourite pizza and they made it without bacon I greatly appreciated that. The chicken with the hot honey, oh my goodness out of this world. It took a while I think because they just opened and they make everything from scratch. That dough is absolutely phenomenal, the chicken is cooked perfectly and the caramelized onions with the hot honey melt in your mouth. This places gives badiali a run for their money.

Cool neighbourhood spot. 15 dollar cocktails, good menu, paper planes, negroni's, old fashions,…read moreespresso martinis, all the core ones every good cocktail bar should have. I think it's also a cafe during the day. They had a live DJ playing some Berlin type music not too loud which was a nice touch. There is some seating space in front of the patio, and next to the building to hang out. Tall beer cans and cocktails are 7-8 bucks which is a good deal. They have some non-alcoholic beers too which is nice. Inside has that cool vintage hipster Berlin feel to it. No cover, no lineups, just a nice local neighbourhood bar near the bridge and a bunch of other autoshops. Was walking back from an art gallery and we just literally stumbled upon it and sat down for a catch up drink. I feel like Toronto needs more places like this. Quiet neighborhood bars with a nice selection of music, quality cocktails, not too expensive, no lines ups. Nice slightly mature place for people to catch up and have a drink without having to venture heavily into the Dundas West bar scene where it's way more hectic. Probably fits like 20 people so it's nice and intimate. Kind of reminds me of some of the bottle shops in Montreal where you can either drink it there and vibe or take it to the park right next to it. Place has some character to it. Would like to see it have a good solid run in Toronto's independent bar scene and be supported by the neighborhood. Next time I'm back I'll try out the cocktail menu and see if that's fire too. Can selection was interesting. I got a fruit punch vodka seltzer with 2 grams of sugar which was good. LBGTQ+ friendly but open to anybody really. Still has that cool Dundas West OG grunge premium dive bar feel all the hipsters like me enjoy. Keep up the great work Tommy!

We were walking past it and decided to take a look. Turns out it was wine bar with some unique…read morecollections not available in LCBO. We tried a cocktail and white wine. I asked for something on the sweeter side and the server was very helpful in recommending an option. We both enjoyed our drinks sitting on bench outside while taking a break during our evening stroll. Cute, chill place - a hidden gem.

Formerly Junction City Music Hall....now Junction Underground. Sadly, the pinball machines are gone…read morebut this remains a low-key, no-frills, subterranean spot to catch some great live music and DJs. You'd walk right by it if you didn't know it was there, which I think is a plus. Shoutout to the monthly dance party Ruuted (soulful house by DJ Corey Dawkins), which I've become addicted to. Check the club website for listings, obviously. But another plus is they really know how to mix up some quality cocktails here. True, a paper plane served in a coupe glass might be hard to dance with (I would know lol) but damn, is it tasty :)

From the owner: The Junction Underground is a vibrant hub in Toronto’s west end, where local scenes unite to…read morecelebrate music, art, and community. Located on Dundas at Keele, we offer an exciting mix of live bands, DJs, comedy nights, open mic sessions, and karaoke, all complemented by our delicious cocktails.

We went to about a dozen bars in the Toronto area and every bartender said we had to stop by Civil…read moreLiberties. This spot doesn't have a menu per se. Instead it's a wall of flavor profiles. The bar tender asks what kind of drink you want and makes a one of one hand crafted cocktail. It's also delicious. The group had a large order and the bar staff remembered everything we asked for. Extremely impressive. A must try

Great concept and vibe, but expect to be nickel and dimed which ruins the experience…read more This cocktail bar gets great reviews, so I thought we'd go for drinks. Went end of the night and sat at the bar. Bartender told us there are no menus. You tell him what you're looking for in terms of flavor and spirit and he'll create something. I think we said savory rum based. The bartender made two daiquiri riffs that were decent. Got the bill to see upcharges for premium rum, upcharged for shaken cocktails too. We never asked for this, but he sure charged us for things we shouldn't have to pay for. Drinks weren't even memorable. Won't be back.

We tried about a third of the menu and it ranged from average to quite bad. The food was generally…read more underseasoned and quite bland but that wasn't even the only problem. The pasta in the lasagna was extremely overcooked and the rice balls were a gloopy mess.

Amazing food, amazing service, top notch place!…read more Definitely try the burger, ham, and fries!

Dotty's located along Dupont near Franklin Ave in the Junction Triangle is a neighbourhood…read morerestaurant/diner serving snacks, large plates, and sides. The menu is simple, with offerings like "steak", "fish & veg" or "cheeseburger". They also have a good drink list - $9 house wines by the glass, cocktails, beers, as well as some non-alcoholic options. Inside they have seating at the bar or in the dining room, as well as a patio during the warmer months. The washroom is downstairs which is not accessible to all. The restaurant is walk-ins only, no reservations, where they open at 4:30pm. I stopped by Dotty's on a Wed evening right after they opened around 4:30pm for a snack as I had an event to go to around the area. Upon entering, I sat at the bar and was given menus. Service was friendly and I was given time to study the menu. The vibes of the place are casual and it's a space where you can come time and time again to try different things. Since I wanted something on the lighter side, these are the following items I ordered: - Small size caesar salad - $13 - Hamachi crudo (menu stated tuna but staff mentioned it would be hamachi today) - $25 - DGB (Dotty's Ginger Beer - pineapple, lemon, ginger, maple, soda) - $9 The DGB tasted great! This non-alcoholic option was made by the bartender and had a strong kick of ginger which I loved. It was spicy and not too sweet, the perfect drink if you want something zingy and spicy. The caesar salad was classic. The staff offered to give me a smaller portion as the actual size is larger. Romaine lettuce tossed in caesar dressing with crunchy croutons and heaps of parmesan cheese on top with a lemon wedge on the side. It was light and fresh and the dressing wasn't too heavy or overpowering. The crudo tasted great as well! There was some creamy sauce on the bottom which was paired with radish and jalapenos on top, giving the fish crudo crunch as well as some kick to it. Overall, a solid choice in the Junction Triangle for some classic food. Expect to be surprised by the dishes - the dishes on the menu may seem simple, but the flavours and execution of the food is done well. Would love to return back to Dotty's in the future to try other items on the menu!

A traditional Nepali restaurant tucked away in Parkdale. Great spot to enjoy authentic Nepali…read morecuisine. Tried their laphing, authentic thali, steamed chicken momo and pork chili and everything tasted great! Star of the show was the super juicy momo. The service is great but the place is not too big so won't be suited for very large groups.

From the owner: "Experience the Ultimate Vibes at Mantra Toronto– The Best Nepali Bar & Restaurant in Town! Live…read moreMusic & Entertainment – Enjoy electrifying live bands playing your favorite tunes EVERYDAY from 7:00pm till 12:00am. Live Sports & PPV Events – Catch all the action, from Premier League, NBA to UFC PPV fights, on big screens! Authentic Nepali Cuisine – Savor mouthwatering momo, sekuwa, Mantra Special Newari Set: and more. Full Bar & Signature Cocktails – Sip on handcrafted drinks while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere. Join us for great food, drinks, music, and sports—your ultimate spot for Nepali hospitality!