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1. Reposado Bar & Lounge
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z5
(416) 532-6474
Excellent selection of hard to find tequilas for Ontario. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and the atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable. I live nearby, and Reposado has become the go-to spot for a drink for my husband and me. It's great in…More »
2. Phoenix Concert Theatre
Toronto, ON M4X 1K2
(416) 323-1251
Category:
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Cabbagetown
One of the best places to see live music in Toronto. When a band I like comes to town, I am always happy when they are playing The Phoenix. I have been to between 5-10 shows here since moving to Toronto in 2004, and I plan to continue to go. Why?
The…More »
3. Massey Hall
Toronto, ON M5B 1T6
(416) 872-4255
Category:
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
Up until this weekend I would have given Massey Hall 5 stars. It's a beautiful venue with amazing acoustics, shows start on time, the bar downstairs doesn't completely overcharge like some other places in the city (I'm talking to you Molson…More »
4. Trinity-St Paul's United Church
Toronto, ON M5S 1X7
(416) 922-8435
Categories:
Churches,
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: The Annex
This is one of the best venues to see a concert anywhere.
I could not have been happier with everything about the Alejandro Escovedo show earlier this summer - the sound was amazing! We were in the front row! And the band played majestically. You…More »
5. Communist's Daughter
Toronto, ON M6J 1X3
(647) 435-0103
Category:
Bars
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Beaconsfield Village
Huge fan. The Saturday afternoon "gypsy jazz" show with Michael J is a must see and I try to drop in whenever I can, if I can squeeze through the crowd!
Great draft beer selection including Mill Street. They also serve sandwiches and simple grub…More »
6. The Garrison
Toronto, ON M6J
(416) 519-9439
Category:
Music Venues
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Beaconsfield Village
I know I am biased because I saw such a great show last night at The Garrison. The bias is fair. It is a music club, so having great shows is worth some stars.
The Garrison opened in the fall, and this was my first visit, but I know I will be back. I…More »
7. The Painted Lady
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z8
Category:
Lounges
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Beaconsfield Village
I always liked The Painted Lady and after spending a few hours eating and drinking there last night, I am a big fan. The owners and staff are so nice and fun and they really believe in making this a place for all kinds of people to have a good time.
…More »
8. Opera Bob's Public House
Toronto, ON M6J
(416) 536-5585
Category:
Pubs
Neighbourhoods: Little Italy, Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods
This is a great little local bar with really nice staff that try hard to please.
Nice selection of tap and bottled beers. Very relaxed atmosphere.
What sets Opera Bob's apart from neighborhood bars is they are always trying new things - live music,…More »
9. Holy Oak Cafe
Toronto, ON M6H 1N6
(647) 345-2803
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Brockton Village, Bloordale Village, Wallace Emerson
What a gem! Holy Oak does it all and does it well! Great drinks (try the Pear and Bourbon, it had a good name, but I can't remember it now), casual cafe vibe, a coffee-shop by day, bar by night, with food!
They even have live music! I will have to…More »
10. Music Gallery
Toronto, ON M5T 1X6
(416) 204-1080
Categories:
Venues & Event Spaces,
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
I just went to the Music Gallery for the first time last week during NXNE. What a beautiful intimate venue to hear live music! It's this beautiful chapel adjacent to a bigger church/cathedral.
Only negatives were the pews were uncomfortable after a…More »
11. The Mod Club
Toronto, ON M6G 1C4
(416) 588-8663
Categories:
Bars,
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Bickford Park
This is actually not a bad place to see a show. The stage is so high up that even in a crowd, it's easy to see the performers. I have been for a few NXNE concerts, and those don't tend to fill up, so I've gotten a good spot near the stage.
The only…More »
12. The Dakota Tavern
Toronto, ON M6J 3A1
(416) 850-4579
Categories:
Music Venues,
Breakfast & Brunch,
Dive Bars
Neighbourhoods: Dufferin Grove, Little Italy, Little Portugal, Ossington Strip
One of my favorite places in Toronto.
Great staff
Great music
Great food
Great location
Great decor
Great patrons
Great!
I have been here for countless live shows, bluegrass brunches and at least one dinner. I love this venue for music. Even if I've never…More »
13. Gladstone Hotel
Toronto, ON M6J 1J6
(416) 531-4635
I am a huge fan of the Gladstone. The Melody Bar hosts wonderful free concerts in the evening, and the karaoke is a laugh riot! The food in the restaurant is incredible and seasonal. I have been to many shows in the back room - NXNE, comedy, you name…More »
14. The Great Hall
Toronto, ON M6J 1H3
(416) 537-0803
Category:
Venues & Event Spaces
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Beaconsfield Village
The best thing about shows at the Great Hall is they are almost never packed!
In the last 2 years, I have gone to the Great Hall for the following shows/events: X as part of NXNE, J Mascis and Luke Doucet for the Sleepwalk Guitar Festival, Martha…More »
15. Hugh's Room
Now that I've had time to settle, I am ready to write this review.
Hugh's Room offers an eclectic range of performers, which sometimes includes a well-known act of the old school. I saw that one of those was coming to town and called and arranged for…More »
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Yelping SinceAugust 2009
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