Guidebook for Toronto

James
Guidebook for Toronto

Food Scene

One of my favourite brunch spots in the city but great at any time of day. (Possibly the most gastronomic brunch I've had). Italian bistro run by one of Toronto's top chef's, Rob Gentile. Classy casual atmosphere with shared tables and a nice wine bar. Open from 8am until 2am. Small plates make sharing with friends and trying lots of dishes a must! If you like bar buca, try buca and Jacob's Steak House for more formal meals.
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Bar Buca
2 Portland St
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One of my favourite brunch spots in the city but great at any time of day. (Possibly the most gastronomic brunch I've had). Italian bistro run by one of Toronto's top chef's, Rob Gentile. Classy casual atmosphere with shared tables and a nice wine bar. Open from 8am until 2am. Small plates make sharing with friends and trying lots of dishes a must! If you like bar buca, try buca and Jacob's Steak House for more formal meals.
Absolutely amazing Italian restaurant. Reservations recommended. See my write up on bar buca and choose between the two. :-)
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Buca
604 King St W
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Absolutely amazing Italian restaurant. Reservations recommended. See my write up on bar buca and choose between the two. :-)
Moderately priced trendy, contemporary and eclectic restaurant located a short walk from the condo. Contemporary / eclectic cuisine and features a patio, casual dining, full dinner menu in a casual atmosphere
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Gusto 101
101 Portland St
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Moderately priced trendy, contemporary and eclectic restaurant located a short walk from the condo. Contemporary / eclectic cuisine and features a patio, casual dining, full dinner menu in a casual atmosphere
Located in the split-level space that was once Roxy Blu nightclub, Peter Tsebelis (Brant House, Brassaii, Maro), has created a high-end steakhouse. Jacobs features Pennsylvania USDA Prime offered in cuts ranging from petit to Flintstone are aged under executive chef Ben Gundy's care for at least 28 days and up to 56. One of the best steaks I've ever had. Pricey restaurant that's great for a special night out or a big splurge. Reservations recommended.
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Jacobs & Co. Steakhouse
12 Brant St
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Located in the split-level space that was once Roxy Blu nightclub, Peter Tsebelis (Brant House, Brassaii, Maro), has created a high-end steakhouse. Jacobs features Pennsylvania USDA Prime offered in cuts ranging from petit to Flintstone are aged under executive chef Ben Gundy's care for at least 28 days and up to 56. One of the best steaks I've ever had. Pricey restaurant that's great for a special night out or a big splurge. Reservations recommended.
Hush specializes in American cuisine and features a patio, brunch, open late hours, kids' menu, daily specials, family dining in a casual atmosphere
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HUSH Restaurant, Bar & Patio
303 King Street West
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Hush specializes in American cuisine and features a patio, brunch, open late hours, kids' menu, daily specials, family dining in a casual atmosphere
The gem of King Street West, Brassaii Restaurant & Lounge has quickly become the destination to see and be seen in Toronto. The bustling, casual/chic environment is complemented by specially created cocktails and a Mediterranean-inspired menu Perfect for an easy going dinner for two or night on the town with friends.
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Brassaii
461 King St W
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The gem of King Street West, Brassaii Restaurant & Lounge has quickly become the destination to see and be seen in Toronto. The bustling, casual/chic environment is complemented by specially created cocktails and a Mediterranean-inspired menu Perfect for an easy going dinner for two or night on the town with friends.
Weslodge Saloon offers a little bit of everything - brunch, lunch, dinner, prix fixe, dessert and cocktails. Slick decor and a late night kitchen open until 2am. Just look for the iconic yellow doors.
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Weslodge Saloon
480 King St W
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Weslodge Saloon offers a little bit of everything - brunch, lunch, dinner, prix fixe, dessert and cocktails. Slick decor and a late night kitchen open until 2am. Just look for the iconic yellow doors.
Great seafood restaurant and oyster bar. Nice casual atmosphere and great food.
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Rodney’s Oyster House
469 King St W
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Great seafood restaurant and oyster bar. Nice casual atmosphere and great food.
Currently located on Queen Street West and soon to open directly across the street from the condo!!! Yay!! I absolutely love this place. Fantastic Thai Street style food in a lively and casual atmosphere. It started as a lower level restaurant on Adelaide street and has kept growing and growing. It's definitely because of the food!! Never had better! Really hoping that the casual atmosphere maintains when they open in their fancy new digs across the street. Fingers crossed!
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Khao San Road
11 Charlotte St
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Currently located on Queen Street West and soon to open directly across the street from the condo!!! Yay!! I absolutely love this place. Fantastic Thai Street style food in a lively and casual atmosphere. It started as a lower level restaurant on Adelaide street and has kept growing and growing. It's definitely because of the food!! Never had better! Really hoping that the casual atmosphere maintains when they open in their fancy new digs across the street. Fingers crossed!

Drinks & Nightlife

Haven't been but this is a very busy club and not far from the condo.
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Lavelle
627 King St W
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Haven't been but this is a very busy club and not far from the condo.
Sister location of their larger Peter St. haunt. Great craft brew house and bar. You can see it from the balcony. :-)
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Bar Hop
391 King St W
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Sister location of their larger Peter St. haunt. Great craft brew house and bar. You can see it from the balcony. :-)

Sightseeing

Try the 360 Restaurant. Surprisingly good food with the best view of the city anywhere. Plus, with reservations your trip up is free.
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Torre CN
290 Bremner Blvd
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Try the 360 Restaurant. Surprisingly good food with the best view of the city anywhere. Plus, with reservations your trip up is free.
Seeing with da fishes
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Aquário Ripley no Canadá
288 Bremner Blvd
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Seeing with da fishes
This is the larger of Toronto's 2 China towns.
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Chinatown
292 Spadina Ave.
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This is the larger of Toronto's 2 China towns.
One the the most unique neighborhoods in the city. While still retaining some of it's Bohemian roots, cool new bars and restaurants are raising rents and the area is changing. Check it out before it disappears. Vintage clothing shops, veggie markets, even a taco shop and a grilled cheese restaurant the eclectic mix is hard to beat.
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Kensington Market
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One the the most unique neighborhoods in the city. While still retaining some of it's Bohemian roots, cool new bars and restaurants are raising rents and the area is changing. Check it out before it disappears. Vintage clothing shops, veggie markets, even a taco shop and a grilled cheese restaurant the eclectic mix is hard to beat.
No longer the hippest address in town, the original Queen West is now a retail strip fronting global brands like Zara, H&M and Lululemon.
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Queen Street West
Queen Street West
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No longer the hippest address in town, the original Queen West is now a retail strip fronting global brands like Zara, H&M and Lululemon.

Shopping

Mmmm, chocolate!
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Soma Chocolate Maker
32 Tank House Lane
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Mmmm, chocolate!
Large indoor Mall
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CF Toronto Eaton Centre
220 Yonge St
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Large indoor Mall

Essentials

Right on the corner of King and Spadina.
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Fresh & Wild Food Market
69 Spadina Ave.
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Right on the corner of King and Spadina.
Health food store and organic grocery.
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Noah's Natural Foods
430 King St W
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Health food store and organic grocery.
Where to buy Beer, Wine and Spirits. Only open until until 9pm M-F, 6PM Sunday. Right on the corner of King and Spadina.
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LCBO
49 Spadina Ave.
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Where to buy Beer, Wine and Spirits. Only open until until 9pm M-F, 6PM Sunday. Right on the corner of King and Spadina.

Getting Around

The Spadina Street cars run North to Spadina Subway Station and South to Lakeshore.
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Spadina station
7 Spadina Rd
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The Spadina Street cars run North to Spadina Subway Station and South to Lakeshore.