2012 Bars & Brewpubs

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 The 3 Brewers The 3 Brewers
275 Yonge Street
647.347.6286
les3brasseurs.ca
Cask Ale Available
The 3 Brewers restaurants offer a truly unique beer-tasting experience in an authentic microbrewery atmosphere reminiscent of the old days. Our mission is simple – to share with our patrons our love of beer.
 417 Restaurant & Lounge 417 Restaurant and Lounge
417 Danforth Avenue
647.352.4300
417restaurantlounge.com
Located on the Danforth, 417 Restaurant & Lounge is one of the Danforth’s newest hot spot. Residents of Toronto – check out the new flavour in town. At 417 Restaurant and Lounge, good food and good times go hand in hand!
 Against the Grain Against The Grain
25 Dockside Drive, Corus Quay
647.344.1562
atgurbantavern.ca
Located in the Corus Entertainment Building, with the spectacular view of Lake Ontario and the Toronto Island. Unique local and European brews are tapped. Check out our extensive bottle beer list and our rotating line up of Canadiana, Locals Only and the Traveller’s Tap.
 Allen's Allen’s
143 Danforth Avenue
416.463.3086
allens.to/allens
Allen’s stands as a loving tribute to the Irish-American saloons of New York. An extensive list of beers and inviting decor give Allen’s the glow of comfortable tradition.
 Bar Hop Bar Hop
391 King Street West
647.352.7476
barhopbar.com
“Life begins at the Hop boy and girls…” Bar Hop has 24 beers on tap with rotating selections, a rotating cask selection and 100 beers in bottles and cans.
 Bar Volo Bar Volo
587 Yonge Street
416.928.0008
barvolo.com
Cask Ale Available
Great Italian food, special events, a sunny patio off Yonge Street and a constantly changing selection of local and international craft beer make Volo a great destination for beer lovers.
 beerbistro beerbistro
18 King Street East
416.861.9872
beerbistro.com
beerbistro is home to Toronto’s most diverse selection of quality beer. Beer is a featured ingredient in our cuisine, presented to you by an exceptionally knowledgeable and enthusiastic team.
 Bier Markt Bier Markt
58 The Esplanade
600 King Street W
7 O’Neill Road
416.862.7575 & 416.862.1175
thebiermarkt.com
The Bier Markt offers the ultimate dining experience to our guests. Join us and see for yourself how we combine beer, food, and entertainment in a completely unique way.
 Brass Taps Brass Taps
493 Danforth Ave
416.466.3403
Brass Taps is an establishment well known in the Danforth community. It’s family friendly and inviting staff turn “first timers” into regulars. The laid back and relaxed atmosphere make this a preferred destination on any night. Our current line-up offers an impressive array of European flavors with an equally impressive collection of Ontario’s finest micro’s.
 Bryden's Bryden’s
2455 Bloor Street West
416.760.8069
brydens.ca
Cask Ale Available
A Bloor West Village favorite, Bryden’s is a true neighbourhood option. Locally owned and managed, Bryden’s is the Village’s longest serving pub and craft beer bar, serving Real Ale.
 Burger Bar Burger Bar
319 Augusta Avenue
416.922.7423
theburgerbar.ca
Cask Ale Available
We serve craft beers from eight taps, 15+ bottles and a selection of specialty and limited release bottles. We offer a range of burgers using naturally raised and organic meats.
 The Caledonian The Caledonian
856 College Street
647.547.9827
thecaledonian.ca
The Caledonian is a Scottish Pub in Toronto. With award winning haggis, a full Scottish menu, and almost 500 years of scotch available, it’s a bit of Scotland on College Street.
 Castro's Lounge Castro’s Lounge
2116e Queen Street East
416.690.8272
castroslounge.com

In the heart of the Beach for over 10 years, Castro’s Lounge serves many fine beers from the best in North American brewing, as well as numerous hard to find European brews.
 C'est What? C’est What?
67 Front St. E.
416.867.9499
cestwhat.ca
Cask Ale Available
Toronto’s true local flavour since 1988 with the city’s largest selection of craft beer. A relaxed Old Town charm appeals to Bohemians and Bay St. bankers alike.
 Cloak & Dagger Cloak & Dagger
394 College Street
647.436.0228
cloakanddaggerpub.com
Cask Ale Available
Come raise a glass with us! We have 24 taps and 1 rotating hand drawn cask, inside or on our 50 seat patio garden.
 Dakota Tavern The Dakota Tavern
249 Ossington Avenue
416.850.4570
thedakotatavern.com
Cask Ale Available
With a wide range of local craft brewed beer, and a delicious menu with locally sourced organic options, daily specials and beer pairings accent The Dakota Tavern’s character.
 Dave's... Dave’s on St. Clair
730 St. Clair Ave West
416.657.3283
davesonstclair.com
St. Claire Avenue West’s friendly neighbourhood pub featuring live music, house made dough and sauces and over 60 different beers by the bottle.
 Dora Keogh Dora Keogh
141 Danforth Avenue
416.778.1804
allens.to/dora
Cask Ale Available
Toronto’s most authentic Irish country pub the “Dora” offers Irish, continental and craft draught beer, traditional Irish music and contemporary bistro fare.
 Earl's Earl’s Kitchen & Bar
150 King Street West
416.916.0227
earls.ca
The spirit of West Coast Casual in the east, Earl’s Kitchen & Bar is an award winning combination.
 The Garrison The Garrison
1197 Dundas Street West
416.519.9439
garrisontoronto.com
The Garrison is at the centre of the Dundas West scene. Offering a great selection of local and imported beers along with the best live music around!
 The Granite Brewery The Granite Brewery
245 Eglinton Avenue East
416.322.0723
granitebrewery.ca
Cask Ale Available
OCB

The Granite Brewery, Toronto’s oldest brewpub has been at the southeast corner of Eglinton and Mt. Pleasant since 1991. The Granite’s specialties are English style real ales and fine food.
 Grapefruit Moon Grapefruit Moon
968 Bathurst Street
416.534.9056
grapefruitmoon.ca
Grapefruit Moon serves exclusively Ontario craft beers and features a menu using mostly locally sourced ingredients. Why drive to the gym when you can ride your bike to brunch?
 The Hole In The Wall The Hole in the Wall
2867A Dundas Street West
647.350.3564
The Hole in the Wall on Facebook
The new neighbourhood watering hole for the Junction and west end.
 Indie Ale House Indie Alehouse
2876 Dundas Street West
indiealehouse.com
The Indie Alehouse Brewing Co. is a small independent craft brewery making bold flavourful ales in the Junction / High Park neighbourhood of Toronto’s west end. We have an onsite beer store and restaurant at 2876 Dundas St West and will be opening any day now. We Promise.
 Kilgour's Kilgour’s Bar Meets Grill
509 Bloor Street West
416.923.7680
Kilgour’s, “where everybody knows your shame.” “Cheers”, directed by David Lynch. Habs fans, Scrabble freaks, world famous athletes drinking microbrews until a man, known only as Uncle, shows up.
 McGugan's McGugan’s
1058 Gerrard Street East
416.901.9859
mcgugans.com
Comforting and classic Scottish fare in a traditional pub scene. Join the knowledgable staff at McGugan’s for Tasting Tuesday’s on the first Tuesday of every month.
 Mill Street Brewery Mill Street Brewpub
55 Mill Street
416.681.0338
millstreetbrewery.com
Cask Ale Available
OCB

At Mill Street Brewery, we brew lagers and ales of exceptional quality. Come to our brewpub and experience all of our award-winning brews!
 The Monarch Tavern The Monarch Tavern
12 Clinton Street
416.531.5833
themonarchtavern.com
Tucked away between Toronto’s thriving Dundas West and College Street strips, The Monarch Tavern has been serving its loyal patrons the coldest draft and warmest memories since 1927. As one of the oldest drinking establishments in the city, it’s more than just a bar—it’s a landmark!
 The Monk's Table The Monk’s Table
1276 Yonge Street
416.920.7037
TheMonksTable.com
Cask Ale Available
We feature entirely boutique European imports, including 17 on tap and another 17 in bottles. On Monday nights we feature a five course tasting dinner paired with beers to compliment our menu.
 Morgan's on the Danforth Morgan’s on the Danforth
1282 Danforth Avenue
416.461.3020
morgansonthedanforth.com
Cask Ale Available
Morgan’s offers an extensive selection of local craft beer, which includes, for fellow beer purists out there, a feature cask.
 The Only Cafe The Only Cafe
972 Danforth Avenue
416.463.7843
theonlycafe.com
The Only Cafe is a serious Toronto beer destination with eclectic decor, offering over 200 beers and featuring instructional beer tastings on the first Sunday of each month.
 The Oxley The Oxley Public House
121 Yorkville Ave
647.348.1300
theoxley.com
The Oxley Public House promises fantastic food served alongside a good pint or an excellent glass of wine – all at a price that won’t break the bank. This is not posh nosh, but rather classic British dishes that have stood the test of time. All our food is made from scratch, and lovingly prepared by our British Chef Andrew Carter.
 The Painted Lady The Painted Lady
218 Ossington Avenue
647.213.5239
thepaintedlady.ca
Cask Ale Available
Hard-drinkin’, Hard-playin’. 34ft of hand-crafted, mahogany, classic Saloon bar. Twelve taps including Weihenstaphaner, Stratford, Cameron’s, Beau’s. Killer LIVE music & food. Real Absinthe. Bartop Burlesque! Ol’ School Service.
 Prohibition Gastrohouse Prohibition Gastrohouse
696 Queen Street East
416.406.2669
myprohibition.com
A public house without pub grub – you’ll appreciate the gastrolicious ingredients in Prohibition’s menu offerings.
 The Queen and Beaver The Queen & Beaver Public House
35 Elm Street
647.347.2712
queenandbeaverpub.ca
Cask Ale Available
The Queen and Beaver Public House promises fantastic classic British food made from scratch served alongside a good pint. Enjoy the game or relax in our cozy second floor pub.
 The Rhino The Rhino
1249 Queen Street West
416.535.8089
therhino.ca
Cask Ale Available
The Rhino is your destination for the world’s finest beers. Over 350 bottled beers, 16 drafts, and rotating casks. Featuring an ever-changing array of our favourite locally brewed craft beers.
 Sarah's Cafe Bar Sarah’s Cafe
1426 Danforth Avenue
416.406.3121
partywithus.ca
Cask Ale Available
Sarah’s Cafe & Bar is the neighbourhood hot spot where Toronto locals meet to eat. Our menu features Bistro-Inspired Canadian Classic Cuisine & Chef-Crafted Daily Specials including Vegetarian fare & Weekend Brunch. We serve 13 Craft-Brews on tap and a global array of premium bottled beer with a strong Belgian focus.
 Sin and Redemption Sin & Redemption
136 McCaul Street
416.640.9197
sinandredemption.com
Cask Ale Available
Sin & Redemption delivers a relaxed and cozy atmosphere to clientele looking for a casual dining experience. We are located only a few steps away from the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) and Ontario College of Art & Design (OCAD) and right across the street from St. Patrick’s Church.
 Smokeless Joe Smokeless Joe
488 College Street
416.966.5050
Smokeless Joe has moved to College Street. No longer compact in size, Smokeless Joe boasts over 200 different bottles and a dozen beers on tap that are constantly changing. Their beer list chalkboard isn’t a style choice, it’s a necessity.
 Sneaky Dee's Sneaky Dee’s
431 College Street
416.603.3090
sneaky-dees.com
Home to a number of the city’s best parties, Sneak’s is home to a community who like their nachos slathered with cheese, their bar booths etched with inside jokes, and their friends just a King’s Crown away.
 SPiN Toronto SPiN Toronto
461 King Street West
416.599.7746
toronto.spingalactic.com
SPiN Toronto is Canada’s only ping pong social club, a community of people coming together to eat, drink, and socialize around the sport of ping pong.
 Stout Irish Pub Stout Irish Pub
221 Carlton Street
647.344.7676
stoutirishpub.ca
Cask Ale Available
Located in the heart of Cabbagetown, Stout Irish Pub awaits the palates of beer connoisseurs. Our focus is on supporting local beer by the Craft Brewers of Ontario as well as regional and international craft beer and cask on tap. Named one of Toronto’s Top 20 Beer Bars by NOW Magazine.
 Tequila Bookworm Tequila Bookworm
512 Queen Street West
416.504.2334
tequilabookworm.com
Beau’s Lugtread Lagered Ale, Flying Monkey Smashbomb IPA, Wellington Imperial Stout, oh my!
 Town Crier Town Crier Pub & Halfway Beer House
115 John Street
416.204.9588
towncrierpub.ca
Town Crier is the place the Entrainment district has been crying for, with 50 beers on tap from around the world and a great selection of imported bottles at very good prices. We offer traditional Belgian and German dishes for everybody’s taste. You will get a great value for your money.
 Victory Cafe Victory Café
581 Markham Street
416.516.5787
victorycafe.ca
Cask Ale Available
A local neighbourhood pub housed in an old Victorian duplex in Mirvish Village. Offering up local microbrewed craft beer, cask conditioned ale and fine pub fare.
 Village Idiot Village Idiot
126 McCaul Street
416.597.1175
villageidiotpub.ca
Village Idiot, open seven days a week is known for its great food served ’til 2am and features 23 draughts. It is an airy place of encounter with garage-like glass doors that slide up into the ceiling turning it into a virtual patio on warm days. There is no TV except for world cup events.
 Wvrst Wvrst
609 King Street West
416.703.7775
wvrst.com
WVRST? We’re fun, friendly and energetic, a great place for families or first dates, great for large groups, small groups or just you groups. We’re modern and traditional, music lovers and true food aficionados who always have room for one more at the table.

 


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