absolute crap. every shirt has loose threads despite taking super extra care to wash and dryclean…read morecorrectly. also, ordered black chinos and got navy blue and was told to take it or leave it. absolute ripoff. all this crap is made in China with a machine, not an actual tailor. avoid.

I have had a great experience at Surmesur. Simon Pelletier has been nothing but kind and charming…read more As an Afab non binary person, I am never sure of how people will respond to my wants for a suit but Simon has made this experience nothing but affirming.9

Came in to sell a pair a shoes I took on my trip I didn't…read morewant to stick in used shoes into my luggage so decided to sell them at the first shoe store that popped up on google maps. I came in with the intent to sell no matter how much I could get, I knew I could get $80-$100USD in the states. it was a pair of Jordan 1 Neutral Grey no box or extra laces lightly worn The dude I sold them to was super cool He did lowball me pretty hard tough at $40CAD I ended up taking $50CAD($36.50USD) BUT AGAIN I came in with the intent to get rid of the shoes. Over all cool shop!

I was walking by and saw a small storefront painted blue and white with a sign saying "Backdoor". I…read morewas curious so I went it. One wall was all kinds of sneakers! The other side of the wall had streetwear. There were a few stakeboards near the front but I wasn't sure if they were for sale. It turns out the target audience is mainly teenagers. Well this store is not for me. Out I go! But not before I get some info and photos for a review. I am a reviewer after all and I can't waste a store visit! The staff member was courteous and helpful. Prices are reasonable. There are so very many sneakers on display! There is even a game machine similar to those where you try to grab a plushie with a claw. In this version, you try to move a big key into a keyhole to receive a sneaker as a prize! This location opened on 2022-10-15. They have a second location in Vaughan. Review 2023-076

I was walking on Queen Street and came across this store that has plenty of Baggu merchandise for…read moresale. I've seen the Sanrio Baggu collab on social media and thought it was really cute, but I didn't know where to purchase it in person. Luckily, the store had most of the items still in stock. However, I did grab the last pom pom purin standard size shopping bag.

First off shout out to Kaya from Te Koop. She personally sent an email after my purchase which is a…read morebreath of fresh air since you don't get that treatment often. She was also helpful with a question I had and helped me even though I didn't expect it to happen. Ordered a bag from TeKoop since they're one of the few stores (that I'm aware of) that sells Anello bags that has a relatively easy location to get to. This is helpful when you want to see the actual product vs having to potentially deal with the hassle of returning the item. I pass by, and sometimes visit, their store whenever I'm in the area. As for the bag, I bought an Anello Alton backpack. Quality is really good and it's new. I was worried that it could be counterfeit or could be used (I see lots of videos online about this issue). Overall I recommend this store for your bag needs. They've gaied a repeat customer for their personal touch and I'll be sure to support this local business for future bag purchases, either for me or for more gifts.

Super cute store with Asian skincare and adorable plushies, water bottles, hair clips, and tons of…read moreother accessories. This store had a very good selection of Sanrio especially Hello Kitty which I was so excited about! There's a few other stores in the mall that were selling Sanrio and similar Asian goods, but this store was definitely the best with the cutest items.

Simon is a good, honorable man. Thank you, Simon for your professional but kind approach in 2020…read more Wishing you and Marthe all the best in the new year. Catherine

Definitely the best. Honest, straightforward, even kind. Not at all what I expected - I wouldn't…read morehesitate to recommend Simon's. (J. Frizzell.

I remember 15 years ago when this place used to sell goth and hippy clothing. These days the gothic…read moreclothing is gone and the clothing they sell would be better defined as hipster. I miss the good old days. Very few places in Toronto sell goth shops any more. It used to be you could walk down Queen West and there was 10+ gothic clothing shops. Now only 1 remains and it is mostly emo. And shops like Lilith have become more hipster - which isn't really a specific style. The staff here are friendly, but I am living in the past and don't shop there any more.

I was looking at hats as I was Ill prepared for the chill of Toronto winters. A salesperson came…read moreover and helped me extensively without being pushy. Direct, polite, and professional, she honed in what I was looking for and provided a few choices as well as my own picks, I went with one she grabbed and I do love it. Great little store, if I had more time and money, and if I lived in the area, I would be wearing a lot more from them than just a tuke.

Since Bay is closing down for a while, this would be one of the last reviews. I went on the 2nd…read morelast day of the closing clearance and most of the stuff are already gone. There were still some fixtures left unsold, mainly mannequins, clothing racks, and some display stands. I was surprised how much inventory The Bay could get rid of. The jewelry section had a lot of people, but even if those cannot be sold on the last day, I'm sure it won't be wasted. Maybe if more sales event were done before getting bankrupted would have saved them. Now that Canadian Tire bought them out, it would be interesting to see what will be done to the store in the future when they choose some to reopen. I bought a dawn feather jacket from the online store around Dec. The shipping was pretty fast, like within 2 days. The quality was good, very light, but still very warm when I went out on the colder days. I got the black colour as it's the only colour left available. $110 for the dawn jacket was a steal. I really do hope they make good use of the real estate.

Love the bay Shopping in Ontario, Canada…read more Sucks Overtaxed Poor selection And THE BAY is all that remains of the department store (sears, Simpson, Eatons all gone), even Target couldn't make it work in ONTERRIBLE.

Oh man, I could have spent some serious cash here. Neon Clothing was near my Airbnb during a recent…read morevisit so I had to come inside and check it out and I was definitely glad that I did. The staff was great. The group of guys who worked that day were all friendly and engaging. They were pushy and very helpful. The store is kind of enormous with tons and tons of stuff, mostly clothing (men's and women's) with other cool accessories, bags, shoes, etc. They had a lot of cool Toronto t-shirts there perfect for the tourist like me and the local who wants to rep their city. Prices were reasonable to slightly high depending on how you gauge things. I could have definitely bought more here but I was trying to watch my budget- I couldn't blow all of my money on my first shopping trip. This is the perfect place to pick up a gift for someone, whether that someone is you is to be determined. And if I'm in that part of town when I'm back in Toronto, I'll be back for sure.

Neon is back, and better than ever! They were gone for six years and now re-opened near where they…read moreused to be on the south side of Queen St. W. near Spadina. There is still one picture posted of the old tiny store. This new showroom is bigger and packed with new items. They now sell all kinds of products and hardware like their display tables and all kinds of nick knacks. It was always the brands that got me hooked on Neon -- Vans, Converse, Doc Martens and now Kodiak boots along with clothes from Element. Their latest signature line is from Fjällräven Kånken in Sweden where everything they make is a hit, all killer and no filler sort of thing. Expensive, but worth it for anyone who is active. Some of their products are more technical in nature but the colours and styles are outstanding and tasteful. They winter coats and jackets make sense for our climate and eschews the down overkill of what you normally see on the streets of To. Neon, glad to have you back!

After noticing my engagement ring needed a small accessory diamond replaced on the band, my fiancé…read moreand I began considering different jewellery repair services downtown. We found a highly-reviewed jeweler in a favourable location, however, it turned out to be a rather sketchy endeavour. I didn't feel comfortable giving them our business, so we jumped back on Google and found World Jewellery. World Jewellery is conveniently situated downtown, near Queen and Church. Co-owner, Floriss, and her colleague, Eddie, quickly assessed our situation with warmth and professionalism. They cleaned my ring, and we waited a short time (about 20 minutes - while kindly being offered cookies in the interim!) for the diamond-in-question to be replaced. My ring looks even better now than it did before! The fee for their service was totally reasonable, especially considering their unbelievably speedy turnaround. My fiancé and I are extremely impressed, and will happily recommend World Jewellery to others! We will definitely return if my ring needs any other repairs (or cleaning) in the future. :) Thank you, Floriss and Eddie!

From the owner: Looking to have your jewellery repaired in Toronto? World Jewellery has been serving customers…read moresince 1991, with 30+ years of experience in Toronto's jewellery industry. From ring sizing and jewellery restoration to broken chains, bracelets, clasps and other common repairs, we're here to help give your jewellery new life. Getting started is easy. Contact us with clear photos of your jewellery and details about the repair needed, including any deadline. We'll review your request and provide a preliminary cost and timing estimate. Ready to proceed? A 50% deposit is required to schedule your drop-off. Repairs are accepted by confirmed advance appointment only in Toronto's downtown jewellery district near the Eaton Centre. Exact meeting location and instructions are provided upon confirmation. No walk-ins or unscheduled drop-offs. If physical inspection increases the preliminary estimate, you're under no obligation to proceed. If you choose not to proceed, your deposit will be refunded in full. Contact World Jewellery today to request your jewellery repair estimate.

There appears to be a gift-shop war at the Front Street entry/exit of the St. Lawrence Market in…read moreToronto. Separated by a mere friendly walkway is the 10-year old "The Souvenir Market" and the St. Lawrence Smoke & Gift Shop (SLS&GS), an establishment that's a little more long-in-the-tooth being around since 1976. I mean, every day, "The Souvenir Market" gets to look over at SLS&GS, emblazoned with an old-timey sign and a newer addition stating they are the "First Gift Store in the Market!" Take THAT across-the-street usurpers! Who wins the war? Well, by number of customers, neither is doing too shabby. For me, and my desire for maximum eclecticism, St. Lawrence wins by a nose. But I love maple-based treats and things with poop emojis on them ... and SLS&GS has both in abundance ... so, if you're more snooty with your gifting needs, "The Souvenir Market" may be more your speed. My one purchase recommend: "Canadian Maple Crap in a Bag" for $5. It's actually some pretty awesome macaroons. It is one of many treats SLS&GS has with that sweet, silky maple syrup flavor. You'll also find all the usual suspects for tourists: T-shirts, mugs, hats, cards, toys, stuffed animals, baby clothes, gloves, socks, clocks, napkins, water bottles, shot glasses, bags, stickers, pencils, sunglasses, snow globes, tea towels, and about a million other things with "Canada" or "Toronto" or "Ontario" on them. There are two particular areas, IMHO, SLS&GS sets themselves apart from their cross-walkway rivals. SLS&GS has a stronger collection of CN Towers, as well as local sports team stuff (Raptors, Blue Jays, and Maple Leafs). And, being a Smoke Shop and all, they do have smokes. And newspapers. And Panama hats. And drinks and snacks. And just about anything else you could imagine. Tourist or local, there's something for everyone at the St. Lawrence Smoke and Gift Shop!