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Ossington Village (Dundas and Oss...)
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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. 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 »
3. Pizzeria Libretto
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z8
(416) 532-8000
We just went for lunch on Saturday and the special was to die for!
Soup, salad and a half sandwich. YUM! Soup was white bean and green kale made with proscuitto stock. It was perfect. SO rich and delicious! Arugula fall salad with beets and a…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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10/26/2009
Everytime I have been to Libretto, I have had a great experience.
I live around the corner, so it is… Read more »
4. 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 »
5. Salt Wine Bar
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z8
(416) 533-7258
Categories:
Tapas/Small Plates,
Wine Bars
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
SALT IS BACK!! They have re-opened and the food is still great!!
2 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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11/1/2010
Unfortunately, thanks to the ridiculous Ossington restrictions, Salt Wine Bar had to close because… Read more »
6. Crafted by Te Aro
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z6
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods
So far, so great! I could be cheesy here and say "Te Aro has "Crafted" a beautiful new coffee shop in the West End." OK, I did it. Cheese factor overload!
But seriously, I am so happy to have a new coffee place on Ossington, because Ideal was getting…More »
7. Crooked Star
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z7
(416) 536-7271
Category:
Dive Bars
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
I am so glad that through the wave of hotness that has struck this street, Crooked Star still remains on Ossington, an island of laid-back normalcy in a sea of overdone hipness.
Rain or shine, summer or winter, this bar delivers. It's just got a cozy…More »
8. Brockton General
Toronto, ON M6J 1Y1
(647) 342-6104
Category:
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Beaconsfield Village
Tiny place, with really nice staff and delicious fresh food.
They have a snack menu every night, and serve dinner Thursday-Saturday. The dinner menu last night was 2 apps and 2 entrees. Basically, the chef goes to farmers markets that day and gets…More »
9. Central Convenience
Toronto, ON M6J 1X2
(416) 537-2888
Category:
Convenience Stores
Neighbourhoods: Little Italy, Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods
My husband and I have been calling this the "hipster convenience store" because the staff is so different than most convenience stores, they are hipsters.
Central Convenience is now my #1 stop when I need odd grocery items in the neighborhood. They…More »
10. Enoteca Sociale
Toronto, ON M6J 1X7
(416) 534-1200
Category:
Italian
Neighbourhoods: Dufferin Grove, Little Portugal, Beaconsfield Village
Yum, yum, yum yum. The food here is so fresh and so delicious. We took my mom for dinner on Saturday night. Go early - we went a little before 7, no reservation, and got a table on the patio. As we were leaving at 9, people were being told a minimum…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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2/8/2011
I went a few weeks ago with my team from work. There were 7 of us and we all ordered the tasting… Read more »
11. Sweaty Betty's
Toronto, ON M6J 2Y8
(416) 535-6861
Categories:
Dive Bars,
Champagne Bars
Neighbourhoods: Ossington Strip, West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
I really only go to Sweaty Betty's when it's patio season and then it is great! it's a small hip bar inside, but the patio is a good size and usually you can squeeze in to a seat.
Decent beer selection at reasonable prices. They have a limited menu of…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. Fishbar
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z7
(647) 340-0227
Category:
Seafood
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
If you like seafood at all, get yourself to Fishbar. They are constantly shucking several different types of oysters, the sashimi is fresh and tender, and the fried calamari is the best you'll ever taste!
We have met the oyster shucker (from Rodney's)…More »
14. Cindiloowho
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z5
(416) 538-7887
Category:
Florists
Neighbourhoods: Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
I cannot believe I haven't reviewed Cindiloowho/Jaiden's Petals yet!
Dani, the florist/shop owner is wonderful. She will make whatever you want for whatever occassion and you will love it! We have bought wreaths for our door, flower arrangements for…More »
15. Venezia Bakery
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z4
(416) 537-2914
Categories:
Bakeries,
Portuguese
Neighbourhoods: Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
The closest of three Portuguese bakeries to my home (by a hair), I like Venezia best for breakfast and snacks. I also like it best for the inclusive feel. Venezia is the very epitome of the "mom and pop" shop, although I only seem to see mom when I…More »
16. The Lakeview
Toronto, ON M6J 1X2
(416) 535-2828
Categories:
Diners,
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhoods: Little Italy, Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods
The Lakeview is a'right with me. It used to suck, so I was glad when it got taken over by new management. It's nice to have a late night place in the neighborhood serving food. They also have a $4 beer special on tap every night (last night was…More »
17. Churrasqueira DO Sardinha
Toronto, ON M6J 1X3
(416) 530-1777
Category:
Portuguese
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Beaconsfield Village
This is a great place for churrasco chicken and it's a very popular spot, so they are constantly making it fresh, which makes it moist and juicy. I recommend getting it with the hot sauce. 1/2 a chicken with sides can serve 2 people. I usually just…More »
18. 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 »
19. I Deal Coffee
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z7
(416) 534-7700
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
Ideal is just getting too popular. I had to take a star away simply for the length of time I now must wait on a typical weekend morning to get my coffee.
I thought they were getting it when I noticed two staffers working one recent weekend morning.…More »
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10/25/2009
Until last year, my husband and I didn't even have a coffee maker because we had Ideal. We still go… Read more »
20. Watusi
Toronto, ON M6J
(416) 533-1800
Category:
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhoods: Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
-1 star for the hangover. Ohmigod. Those dirty vodka martinis are so good I had to have another. Yikes.
Nice bartenders, good dj, cool ambience, and the crowd is a little bit older and more respectful than in some of the other spots on Ossington,…More »
21. 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 »
22. Superior Quality Dry Cleaning
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z9
(416) 530-1229
Category:
Dry Cleaning & Laundry
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Beaconsfield Village
The proprietors of this dry cleaner are really nice and friendly. Prices are very fair. We bring all our dry cleaning here and I am glad it's so close, convenient and well priced. Everything comes back clean and in good shape. Recommended.
23. Boehmer
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z2
(416) 531-3800
Category:
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhoods: Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
I was already a fan of Bohmer for dinner, and now that they added a Sunday brunch service, I had to try it.
Again, the food is delicious. Very fresh ingredients, classic preparation, and perfectly seasoned food. As you know from reading all of the…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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4/5/2010
Wow. Bohmer really does it right. The decor is beautiful, the staff is friendly and knowledgeable,… Read more »
24. The Red Light
Toronto, ON M6J 1X3
(416) 533-6667
Category:
Bars
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Beaconsfield Village
If you like Communist Daughter and/or Sweaty Betty's, you'll like The Red Light. It's sort of a cross between the two, with a layout like Communist Daughter, only longer, a good jukebox, and very nice bartender.
The two times I've been there, the vibe…More »
25. Nosso Talho
Toronto, ON M6J 1Y1
(416) 533-0101
Category:
Specialty Food
Neighbourhoods: Dufferin Grove, Little Portugal, Beaconsfield Village
This is a good butcher. The specials are definitely worth getting because the price is right and the meat is good quality.
We have gotten good meaty chicken wings there, and some really nice quality steaks.
Negatives: The meat is irregularly cut, so…More »
26. Goed Eten
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z7
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
Things I have purchased from Goed Eten: lattes, fish sandwich, croissants, and waffles. All have been delicious, especially the flaky, buttery croissants, and the light and fluffy waffles.
The staff has always been really friendly when I've stopped…More »
27. Lush & Lavish Salon Spa
Toronto, ON M6J 2T7
(647) 343-6001
Categories:
Hair Salons,
Makeup Artists,
Massage,
Nail Salons
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
Staff is very nice. Prices are pretty good.
i was slightly put off by the fact that while I made an appointment for a blow-out a few days in advance, and my s-i-l made one a few hours in advance, when we arrived together for our appointments at the…More »
28. Nova Era Bakery
Toronto, ON M6J 1X4
(416) 538-7700
Categories:
Bakeries,
Portuguese
Neighbourhoods: Dufferin Grove, Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Beaconsfield Village
This place has amazing bread of all kinds - baguettes, rye bread sliced, olive bread, pada buns - it's all fresh and delicious. They also make yummy cheap sandwiches on said bread. The pastries are also excellent - I take all my guests there for the…More »
29. The Nutritionista
Toronto, ON M6J
(647) 427-5081
Category:
Health Food Store
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Beaconsfield Village
This is a convenient spot in an area that needs this type of place. However, I have found that the three times I visited, they never had what I wanted.
First, I went in looking for fresh herbs. No, they do not sell fresh herbs. Are they not healthy?
…More »
30. BQM
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z9
(416) 850-1919
Category:
Burgers
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Beaconsfield Village
This place is right around the corner from my house, and when they announced their opening I was pretty excited. I am a burger lover, have been since childhood when my daddy would bbq them over charcoal. BQM is not shy about touting their provenance…More »
31. Churchill
Toronto, ON M6J
(416) 588-4900
Category:
Bars
Neighbourhoods: Dufferin Grove, Little Portugal, Beaconsfield Village
We stopped in for a drink one recent Saturday night and grabbed bar stools. It was pretty busy inside, and very busy on the patio. The drinks were good and well priced. Love the fact that a jack and coke is a few bucks less than a beer!! Bring it!
…More »
32. Telegramme Prints and Custom Framing
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z7
(647) 351-8998
Category:
Cards & Stationery
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
I have gotten several photographs and artworks framed here and they do a fantastic job.
The staff are very professional, and I like that they always offer multiple options at different price levels. They offer a wide selection of frames. The work they…More »
33. Lost and Found
Toronto, ON M6J 1X5
(647) 348-2810
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Fashion
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Beaconsfield Village
This is an interesting place. A hipster clothing store combined with an equally hipster coffee shop. Guess it's worth a try! The clothes are high-end and pricey and the coffee... Well, I ordered a latte and when I left with it, I realized it had a…More »
34. Lower Ossington Theatre
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z2
(416) 915-6747
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhoods: Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
This is a great local theatre to see a show. In the last couple of years, the Lower Ossington Theatre has really stepped it up and always seems to be running some fine entertainment
When I first noticed the theatre, about 5 years ago, it was a venue…More »
35. Luna Cafe
Toronto, ON M6J 3C6
(416) 588-3374
Category:
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Beaconsfield Village
Good food, sloppy service.
Very busy on weekends for brunch, so definitely expect waits - not just for a table, but for your coffee and your food.
When the food arrives, it is worth the wait. The bennies and wraps I have tried have been very good,…More »
36. Union
Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7
(416) 850-0093
Food you must try at Union: EVERYTHING
I honestly can't narrow it down because literally every meal I have eaten at Union has been delectable.
Definitely check out brunch on Sundays. It costs the same as most brunch places but tastes way better, they…More »
37. Julie's Cuban Restaurant
Toronto, ON M6J 3C8
(416) 532-7397
Category:
Cuban
Neighbourhood: Beaconsfield Village
I live very close to Julie's Cuban, so people always ask me if I'm a regular there, and I have to tell them no. I am not a regular at Julie's because you pay way too much for what you get. The food and the drinks are good but it's all overpriced.
…More »
38. The Beer Store - Dundas and Lakeview
Toronto, ON M6J 1X4
(416) 536-3945
Category:
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighbourhoods: Dufferin Grove, Little Portugal, Beaconsfield Village
The "workers" here disappear for minutes at a time while the line grows. The Beer Store is a prime example of the negative results of monopoly. If there isn't a case study, there should be. Horrible. If I could give no stars, I surely would!…More »
39. Yours Truly
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z9
(416) 533-2243
Category:
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhoods: Little Portugal, Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village
One of the best meals ever - and I've eaten here twice!
The best thing about going here with three other people? We ordered everything on the menu! Both the meat and the veg tasting menus, and the snacks! AMAZING!
Service is good, food is even better.…More »
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