I don't know how to describe the experience I had here. The super creative drinks are a whole…read moreexperience! The ingredients on the menu ... first, they're creative. Second they're meant to be an experience. There are multiple parts and they're meant to be consumed to create the cocktail equivalent of the perfect bite. I had the Golden Honey Penicillin with its amuse bouche (corn cannoli) and burnt honey sherbet over snow covered with crispy panels (?)... this was to be alternated with the cocktail ... and it was to be savored because it was such a great combination of flavors and textures but also because there were spices being released from the ice cubes ... amazing doesn't describe the experience! Super comfortably dark ambiance and exceptional guidance from server. Forgot to add - wagyu beef tartare and smoked olives were delicious and satisfying sharables'

This place is always such a good time. The drinks are sooooo good. Even the standard drinks are…read moreexceptionally well done. The food is not bad either. The vibe is very unique almost remind me of snapes closet or classroom from Harry Potter . The service has also always been prompt and good.

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.

hidden in an upstairs residential looking building in yorkville in true speakeasy fashion!! very…read moreupscale and fancy vibes. drinks were amazing and lots of freebies with chips and sparkling wine on the house. service was amazing, if you sit at the bar the bartender would also make custom drinks for you based on your preferences. all things considered, the drinks are still a bit pricey

Found this spot on instagram after seeing a couple posts that popped up on my feed. The bar is…read moredifficult to find but worth the hunt for sure. It is located in a nicer but quiet looking area in Toronto. We had the greatest experience, from the moment we were greeted by Theresa to our seats at the bar. Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful with drinks options, curating a special experience for my partner and I. Can be a put pricey but worth the cost since they are catering to your specific tastes when it comes to drinks.

Found this cocktail bar through a friend and immediately made a reservation after seeing the menu…read more The ingredients are complex but intentional, with East Asian influences. I found myself wanting to try most of the cocktails, which is a rarity. We got the Strawberry Tetsu to start (inspired by Uncle Tetsu's Japanese cheesecake), along with the Cloudy Oolong (tea-based cocktail with a salted caramel cheese foam). The Strawberry Tetsu tasted like a dessert and was delicious, with a graham cracker crumble rim. The Cloudy Oolong had a strong tea taste which I loved, as sometimes the tea can get lost in a cocktail. The foam on top was addicting and paired nicely with it, similar to a bubble tea. Next, I had the Burnt Yuzu which was light and refreshing from the citrus. The bar is hidden behind Misfit Ice Cream, with a speakeasy vibe to the interior. Large windows line one wall with a view to the exterior, but are tinted enough that people walking by cannot see in. Service was great, although they do have a strict 1 hr 45 min time limit for seating, regardless of whether the bar is packed or not.

After Seven is one of the more creative cocktail bars in Toronto, hidden behind what appears to be…read morea small dessert shop. We walked up to an unassuming entrance that is part of the experience, and once inside, the atmosphere shifts completely. The space is intimate and cozy with dim lighting, comfortable seating, and a relaxed speakeasy vibe that makes it easy to settle in for a couple of drinks. The transition from the street to the interior feels deliberate, and the low-key energy of the room encourages lingering. The cocktail menu leans heavily into Asian-inspired flavors, and that is what makes it stand out. Every drink feels thoughtfully developed rather than relying on presentation alone. We tried the Cloudy Oolong, which was especially memorable with its rich tea flavor and creamy cheese foam that added a savory depth to the cocktail. The Strawberry Tetsu offered a dessert-like profile without becoming overly sweet, balancing fruit and tea notes in a way that felt refined and well composed. Each cocktail arrived beautifully presented and balanced, making it easy to appreciate the amount of care that goes into every glass. The menu is creative without being gimmicky, and the flavors are well integrated, with each drink offering something distinct. The staff were welcoming and happy to explain the menu or offer recommendations if you are unsure what to order. They guided us through the flavor profiles and offered thoughtful suggestions based on our preferences. Service felt attentive without being overbearing, and the overall pace made it a great place to relax rather than rush through a drink. The team checked in at the right moments and kept the experience feeling personal and unhurried. If you are looking for a cocktail bar that offers something different from the usual classics, After Seven delivers a memorable experience. Between the hidden entrance, intimate setting, and creative drinks, it is the kind of place that is easy to recommend whether you are celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for one of Toronto's more unique bars. The balance of atmosphere, craftsmanship, and service makes it a standout in the city's cocktail scene.

I came to Bar 404 for a girls' night catch-up, and it ended up being the perfect spot for it. The…read morespace is huge and the atmosphere made it easy to settle in and spend a few hours just talking. The staff were also incredibly kind and even let us stay and chat until closing, which I really appreciated. You really can't go wrong with this place. I'd definitely come back.

Really cool little place. You walk up the stairs to what seems like a dead end and then they pop…read moreopen the hidden door into the area. There's the floor tables, which, if I'm being honest, could be set up in a little more organized fashion but I suspect they may do music here or something and the seating needs to be a little more fluid. The bar seating though is really cool. Slightly elevated and then sitting around the cylindrical bottle shelves and display. The bartender was a nice, young guy who wasn't super knowledgeable about the drinks and ingredients necessarily but was cool to talk to. Drinks were definitely fun and interesting and not terribly priced. Probably not my favorite bar in the city but I'd go back if I was in the area.

Bartenders were amazing. I was in about 3 weeks ago. Stopped back in and they remembered I asked…read morefor a specific drink and remembered my name. That's pretty extraordinary! Eric was really personable and makes a good cocktail!!! Worth stopping in especially if you are staying at the delta

Matt was very friendly and helpful in determining what would be a good drink. No bourbon was…read moreavailable. So he asked questions and we discussed what we liked and he found something comparable for us to try that was local. We ended up loving our choices thanks to his helpful recommendations. Great atmosphere as well very cozy whisky bar vibes. Can order food from the hotel restaurant as well

Tyler was amazing, we had standing room but he got us seats when we asked half way through and was…read morevery thoughtful. Explained everything clearly and seemed very passionate about his work

First of all, I really admire how committed Prequel & Co. Apothecary is to its concept. So many…read morebars have a theme, but this is one of the few where it actually carries through every part of the experience. From the entrance to the interior and even the drinks themselves, everything is thoughtfully curated around the apothecary concept. The cocktails are all creatively themed, which makes the menu fun to explore. One of my favourite things to order is the warm olives with bread. They're simple, but so good that I usually end up (embarrassingly) asking for extra bread every time I come... If you're looking for a bar that's as much about the experience and atmosphere as it is about the drinks, I'd definitely recommend here.

When I read that Bar Pompette was considered one of Toronto's best bars, I knew we'd be heading…read morethere sooner rather than later. We showed up around 6:00 on a recent Friday and the place was about half full, so we easily snagged a nice table in the middle of the restaurant. I was intrigued by all of their cocktails, but obviously I had to get the Cornichon ("cornichon pickle distillate, gin, dry vermouth, dill oil"). It arrived a short time later and really looked promising. And my first sip proved that it tasted as good as it looked. It definitely had a pickle flavor, but not in an overpowering way. I really loved this drink. We also tried a few food items, but since their menu isn't online, I can't describe them as accurately as I'd like. We started with some sourdough bread that was definitely way above average. We also got this pickled mussel dish that really impressed me, while the croque monsieur was about as good as it gets in terms of that venerable French sandwich. The service was friendly and helpful, too. Yeah, I don't think it's a stretch to call Bar Pompette one of the city's best watering holes.

Presentation can be impressive. That's the way it was for my cocktail, Nitro Colado which had…read morepineapple, coconut, curry leaf falernum, white rum and nitrogen. It had an elongated ice cube ( they make their own ice that is clear ) that did take up a good portion on the glass. I thought the drink was elegant and classy upon being delivered to the table. I like the contents of the liquid not so much how the ice dominated a fair portion of the glass. I also had the Croquet-Monsieur which I thought could have used a little more ham. This is a cozy bar and would think it would be good for date night. Service was very good. A nice experience.