Second visit Staff always great…read morePLEASE consider keeping the 2 MANGOS all year round, both AMAZING

(Drank 09/10/25 WE @ 5:00pm): Was there anything radical about this brewery down the road?…read more Radical Road Brewing was the seventh brewery on this Toronto trip and the third of the day. If you knew me, I always researched for any breweries that may be near wherever I was traveling. Co-founded by Simon da Costa and Jon Hodd, the name came from the actual Radical Road in Edinburgh, Scotland - a footpath built after the Radical War of 1820 where the same co-founders first dreamed of opening a brewery. Did the road that led me here produce any radical brewings to drink!? PURCHASE(S) Radical Road Brewing Co. Cucumber Mint Kolsch Beer 16floz Draft ($8.17CAD): Dark amber color, cucumber minty aroma, low body, cucumber minty watery flavor, refreshing smooth finish, and cucumber minty aftertaste. My favorite of the bunch because the cucumber was a nice refreshing touch! Cracker Jack The Original 35g Bag ($4.00CAD): All around, this particular bag wasn't the memorable snack from when I was a kid. The popcorn was old and stale, there was more air than treats, and I was robbed of the prize - sucks! Radical Road Brewing Co. 8-Track IPA Beer 14floz Draft ($8.18CAD): Copper orange color, hoppy piney aroma, low body, hoppy piney tropical flavor, drying finish, and bitter hoppy tropical aftertaste. Radical Road Brewing Co. Yuzu Pale Ale Beer 16floz Draft ($8.18CAD): Bright amber color, citrusy hoppy aroma, low body, citrusy hoppy sweet flavor, clean finish, and citrusy hoppy aftertaste. SERVICE Initially, a cute friendly young female behind the counter greeted me as I entered and grabbed a stool at the bar. Shortly after, a young male switched shifts. Regardless, each got my orders to me easily and quickly with some chit-chat while I was there. Everything was straightforward - cheers! PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance): This was considerably outside from the Toronto International Film Festival area, so I simply walked from where I was staying on my brewery crawl. Otherwise, there were spots along the many main and surrounding streets, some nearby structures, numerous public transportation options, and rideshares - 'nuff said! ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE Dive pub bar aesthetics and a man-cave were my first impressions when I entered, and I immediately warmed to the place. A smallish layout with a featured old fashioned worn bar, several dated wood tables along the walls, various items hung on the walls from bottles, cans, and pictures, a slight peek into beer tanks in the back, and a grittiness of a neighborhood bar. I believed I saw some games off in a corner. A decent amount of natural lighting came through the front windows while dim electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. I couldn't recall any TVs while rock music played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=1296&select=nRhJxDwEvbFViwsehNN4FA ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I settled in nicely at Roadical Road Brewing Co. and would venture into it again. Unfortunately, they had only five beers on tap and nine beers in cans, but they appeared to have a full bar. They possibly had an onsite kitchen, but I think you were allowed to bring your own. I doubt furry family members were welcomed inside but maybe on the small sidewalk patio. I enjoyed the beers, prices, service, and dive bar appeal. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $24.00CAD BEFORE any discounts/tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS

I've never experienced such a refusal of service & racism in my entire life... the bartender was…read morenot welcoming at all.. he skipped me to help 2 white gentlemen and didn't ask them for a card to pay first... He was very hesitant to serve me, looks me up and down... He made me pay before even receiving my drink. I asked for a Jameson neat.... He serves it to me in a shot glass. If you are a bartender that's something you should be knowledgeable about. This place is not welcoming at all.. and definitely wouldn't recommend l, consider or even try to come back. Especially when the bartender has hygiene issues. Also he tells everyone that comes in that he can make them whatever they like; which is not possible at all due to limited experience in bartending and limited supplies. In my past, I have experience in bartending/service industry. As I know what they go through with people I'm a really great tipper. But for something like this, just broke my heart. It's really not welcoming and such disappointment in today's society when it's your first time in Toronto.

Nice hidden bar!! Mom's kitchen has a such a nice vibe and very cozy. There are couches, bar stools…read moreand tables for seating. If you're looking for a place for drinks, or drink before heading to a resto.. This is the place to be!

Haven't reviewed in years, only review now when someone is really good or really bad and…read moreunfortunately Betty's East was the latter. The patio looked inviting so popped in a few Sundays back in the evening. Have to mention that it was not busy at all, maybe 7-10 other people on the patio and a few inside. It took over 45 minutes to get a drink, then another 45 minutes to even order food. We had to flag the bartender down as our "server" was in deep conversation with a few regulars ( assumption on my part), but she seemed genuinely disinterested in serving anyone on the patio and seemed to be quite familiar with the folks she was chatting with. Finally order our food, and I paid 24$ for a chicken quesidilla that was just awful. It was almost just a tortilla, zero toppings, one of which was raw cucumber, which was wild. I used to love Betty's when it was on King, but sadly this was quite a disappointment. Very over priced, awful service and horrible food. The patio was beautiful tho, and maybe just caught them on an off night, but still...

Cute patio with many tables!…read more Service is slow, but it's a great place to hang out if you're not rushed for time. Food wise, I've only tried their tacos. Their tacos were nothing exceptional, but it was filling! I would probably not come back here for food, but they do offer an extensive list of beer!

What a delightful little spot in Leslieville. It's a quaint restaurants which takes the food…read moreseriously. First about the ambiance. The place is small and cosy, with whimsical decor. It is very dimly lit, with amazing retro 70-90 tunes in the background (post-punk, shoe gazing, afro beats). I kept Shazaming every other song. The service is very friendly. The place has understated elegance, and is casual at the same time. It's a great place for a second date, if you're looking for something non-pretentious (think the polar opposite of King West.) The food is small plates, which are moderately priced. Certainly not the high prices some tapas restaurants charge. The Campo Real Olives were incredible. Lightly cured, and warmed up. Some of the best olives I've had in a while. The Aged Manchego with Honeycomb was most delicious. What a gorgeous pairing. The honeycomb is a little bite of summer. The Smoked Trout Devilled Eggs are the best darn devilled eggs I've ever had. I'm going to have to try to recreate those bad boys. The Pear + Radicchio + Blue cheese + Walnut salad was great. The Scallop Crudo was delicious. The Ribeye Cheeseburger was excellent. The cocktails were excellent and unique, delightfully flavoured with interesting ingredients, and nice bitters, and with whimsical names. Finally I want to mention that the place is ran by a husband and wife duo. The wife was there the entire evening making sure everyone was satisfied. They have been in business for over a decade. This shows what a real difference it makes when a restaurant is a labour of love of people who care about their customers. This is a place to come back to! P.S. They have a front patio, if you prefer.

We stopped at a Goods and Provisions on a Tuesday night for some apps. The restaurant was not busy…read moreso we were seated right away. The interior of the restaurant was very vibe with wood panelling, low lighting, and an eclectic mix of decor on the walls, including old black and white pictures. We order the octopus and the ham croquettes, both which were great. Would recommend!

Found this place while looking for a nearby bar. It looks big from the outside, though the inside…read morefeels a bit shabby - or maybe "casual" is a better word to describe it. We went on a weekday evening, so it was pretty quiet. The wooden tables and seating added a more laid-back vibe. The Chicken Karaage was good - big chunks of chicken and crispy. Drinks were good too with a reasonable price. Service was amazing. The hostess was very sweet. Overall it's a nice place to chill if you don't mind the super laid-back vibe. Food (quality, creativity, consistency) - 3.3/5 Drinks (quality, variety) - 3.5/5 Ambience (interior design, cleanliness) - 3/5 Service (courtesy, knowledge, timeliness) - 4/5 Value (quality vs. price) - 3.5/5 OVERALL - 3.46

Rorschach offers two cocktails from a can, an espresso martini and margarita (both $15) that our…read moreserver warned isn't made fresh. Got it, I lowered my expectations and found both drinkable but diluted the margarita to combat its excessive sugariness. If anything, their menu was the perfect hearty base before a night of drinking. Having shared two of their sandwiches, the smashed burger ($21) was a hit. The potato bun was topped with two generous sized beef patties that are a little thick for a smashed burger but still had a nice crust. I liked that there was plenty of fixings including lettuce, tomato, cheese, caramelized onion, pickles, and a house sauce to give it interest. This was a tasty burger. Meanwhile, the potato bun disintegrated with the Korean fried chicken sando ($21) making it difficult to eat. Still, the chicken breast was hot and juicy with plenty of breading to give it a crunchy bite. But despite the liberal smear of gochujang mayo, it wasn't overly spicy and needed more heat. Adding some lettuce with the pickles may also help create a barrier between the bun and sauce to ensure the bread can hold up better. Maybe Rorschach's supplier gave them a bushel of the tiny potatoes, but their fries were cut so small... it's like eating Hickory sticks in fry form. You'd think a smaller fry means more crispy edges, but we just found they were really dried out. Rorschach Brewing Co's dining room is surprisingly spacious with picnic tables scattered throughout to accommodate varying sized tables. They were understaffed for a Friday, but the two servers did their best and made sure our large table was served and out in time for the concert. Perhaps they even breathed a sigh of relief once we vacated. So long loud ladies, we can go back to swigging beers.

Came before a concert and sat at the bar. Great food, great drinks. Chatted with the owner. Will…read more100% be back.

We ate there last night. The food was incredibly fresh. The service was fast and courteous. Our…read morewait-person was so accommodating after our grand daughter dropped her glass of juice, and she brought her another one. I just found the fires to be a bit too salty. The aioli helped to offset that, though. Very trendy place and seems to be a millennial hotspot. I would recommend.

With a small patio at the front, Poor Romeo is a haven for those who love direct sunlight. Maybe it…read morewas how the sun was hitting the restaurant on our July visit, but even with all the umbrellas up there wasn't an ounce of shade. Not wanting to roast, we safely seconded ourselves inside. Here I was greeted with a chill bar environment with tables so crammed together that it'd be a Tetris feat to get yourself into a chair if someone was sitting behind you. Luckily, it wasn't busy on a Friday afternoon, so I jimmied myself into a highchair and settled down with a Gin Lizzy ($15). It's a good first drink since it essentially tastes like a sparkling berry lemonade. The rhubarb reduction and lime make it go down so easy that you must remind yourself it's not juice given it contains gin and prosecco. Personally, even with a refreshing cocktail, I like them tasting stiffer. The El Diablo ($15) hit the spot as the tequila was pronounced but mellowed with black berry concentrate and lime. The ginger beer helped to add a twinge of spiciness and bubbles. This was a favourite amongst our table. A couple of nibbles tied us over until dinner. The queso & chips ($12) arrived with plenty of warm crispy tortillas that were seasoned making them nice to munch on solo or with a sprinkling of finely diced pico de gallo. The queso was a great consistency coating the chip without being too thick and was perfectly seasoned so that it was flavourful without being overly salty. The wild zero wings ($16 for a lb) were hot and juicy, tossed in an apricot glaze that gave the wings a sweet and savoury element, sort of like a Thai sauce but not quite as syrupy. And if they weren't saucy enough, a generous portion of creamy dill arrives as well. Poor Romeo is a great place for a quick drink with nibbles or a casual date. And if you're in the area for an after-meal tipple, their version of an espresso martini is the Night Flight ($16). It certainly tasted of coffee, from a coffee reduction and Jägermeister cold brew, but mellowed out with vodka and a bit of creaminess from the Tia Maria.

A great local hotspot. It's the kind of dive bar and isn't so divey because the food is incredible…read moreand the service is fantastic too. It's small - better for couples or groups of 4. However, they have a table near the kitchen that fits 6 nicely. Can't wait to come back here.

Great downtown location, super easy to get to. Service was fantastic. Their outdoor patio is…read moreabsolute perfection for summer evenings. They have the best selection of Belgian sours I've come across, including plenty of Rodenbach options. Such a solid spot for beer lovers. 4.5/5

We have visited Beerbistro twice, and we love it. A few quick notes first. First, we live in…read moreRochester, NY. Otherwise, we would have visited Beerbistro more often. Second, "we" is not the royal we; I'm referring to my family. Lastly, the same "we" has visited Belgium many times and is very familiar with all the goodies they offer in terms of food, drinks and most importantly, chocolate. Too bad Beerbistro doesn't offer chocolates. If they did, I'm sure it would as good their mussels, frites and every other dish we have tried so far. Service is great. Prices are reasonable. Ambiance is nice. Parking is tricky. Enjoy!

dying breed... yes the dive bar in toronto…read morebut..... saturday night; bad karaoke/hip hop act.. a heineken $9.50.......... $9.50!? maybe that is a JACKED UP bartender robbed me price..? whatever the case a heineken can't be $9.50, no wonder bars are closing; they want to scam u for every dollar. if i have 3 bottles of beer; it's $30!? with a $1.50 tip.... going out is painful in 2025; we are GAUGED at these restaurants and bars.

Nice place. Live music Saturdays. Parking right behind the pub. Good to go with friends.read more

Outstanding location and vibe! Upbeat and chill at the same time. Drinks are different and…read moreenticing. Nice snack, shareable offerings. Staff is inviting and fun. Loved this place and would definitely recommend.

A couple of friends and I did a cocktail making session and we were paired up with Jacob! We had a…read moreBLAST!!!! We had so much fun making 3 drinks behind the bar that we went ahead and sat down at the restaurant to eat some apps! Food was great, drinks were bomb, but service was top notch. Jacob was the best!!! When we come back to Canada, we're heading straight to Jacob!! Thanks for a great experience!