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472 Queen St. W., Toronto M5V 2B2
416-868-4800

Barchef

The molecular mixology trend has officially made its way to Canada and head bartender and owner Frankie Solarik is its crown prince. Expect to have the palette blown off your tongue with his extra-... read more

61 Ossington Ave., Toronto
416-850-=0161

The Ossington

Sleek new bar is lawyer's den meets artistic pride. Rightly so. One owner is a lawyer and the majority of staff are artists. Snag that vintage clad cutie at the bar. Watch the lone girl or guy writ... read more

499 King St. W., Toronto M6N 1H7
416-849-1808

Spice Route

New kid on the King West block, Spice Route dresses to impress. Torches, running fountains and discerning doormen lead club goers in. Expect a good 20 minute wait at peak weekend hours. Only thing ... read more

567 Queen St. W. , Toronto M5V 2B6
416-703-5488

Tattoo Rock Parlour

Kabouth brings his empire to the rock n' roll set, a whole new breed of wannabe hard cores. The place is rock prettified. Damask logo is everywhere outside in. Intimate setting of elevated black, l... read more

780 Queen St. E., Toronto M4M 1H4
416- 469-3737

Rasputin Vodka Bar

Keep your ear to the ground to find this inconspicuous gem. Thirty something locals have been lured in to its narrow, decadent enclave. Russian theme gets intense minus tall, exotic looking women. ... read more

758 Queen St. E., Toronto M4M 1H4
416-778-9449

The Comrade

Good ol' Wikipedia states "comrade" is a communist or military term for "friend." Indeed, this well designed watering hole is a place to commune with your close ones. Communist regalia flutters thr... read more

116 Yorkville Ave., Toronto M5R 1C2
416-961-9600

One Restaurant

One of the prettiest places to show your face and unofficial TIFF scene spot. Inside, Mark McEwan's newest baby drips with glitter and gold (okay, well not really but you get the idea). Loving that... read more

510 King St. W., Toronto M6J 1L9
416-594-0007

Atelier

Exclusive clubhouse for people who know people. Gorgeous bourgeoisie party within glamourous digs. Flip flops not recommended. Damask lovers will be happy with the walls and VIP tables; design fien... read more

606 King St. W., Toronto M5V 1M6
416-363-4933

Cheval

Giddy up in this lounge that was a former police stable. Perch yourself on one of the rawhide stools. After midnight, buckle up on the small dance floor. Lusty males will continue to drool over the... read more

484 Queen St. W., Toronto M5V 2B2
647-438-7664

The Hideout

Not your typical rock event space, with low ceilings and lighted gothic pillars to zig zag to navigate your way through the bar. Bands, roadies and groupies veg out on lofty brown leather couches. ... read more

587 King St. W. , Toronto M5V 1M5
416-203-0551

Kiwe Kitchen

Chic urban dwellers saunter out of their Freed Development pads for dinner and drinks. No Aussie paraphernalia but ornate flower designs on the mirrors in the bar and a few stools to watch King Wes... read more

584 College St., Toronto M6G 1B3
(416) 588-7377

Riva Supper Lounge

Riva is like a Gemini - two different sides. Subdued contemporary digs in the front for a date and refined eats. Past the curtains, there is some serious ass-shaking in the back by primo local DJs ... read more

19 Church st. , Toronto M5E 1M2
416-364-8368

Foundation Room

The Esplanade and its surroundings are more known for the St. Lawrence Market and patio bars. Swank, global lounges they are not. And it's a shame. Because if the Med set made it east of the King W... read more

181 Bay St., Toronto M5J 2T3
416-308-5888

Ki

The perennial after-work pick me up up and a great place to pick up a Bay Street high roller who will flash his plantinum card for pricey drinks. If all goes well, ask him to get you some market fr... read more

612 College St., Toronto M6G 1B4
416-537-8755

Sutra Tiki Bar

Thatched rooftops hang above long, leather booths, perfect for group drinks. Pina Colodas, mai-tais and other yummy concoctions are served in coconut shells. Ambient grooves such as Thievery Corpor... read more

1100 Queen St. W., Toronto M6J 1H9
416-532-4474

The Social

Political statements such as Welfare, Allegory to The Death of Parkdale (as we know it) adorn the walls of this unfinished basement lounge. Above statement can be illustrated by the 905ers who may ... read more

138 Adelaide St. E. , Toronto M5C 1K9
416-850-2726

Laide

Its name is a double entendre of the suffix of its address and its intentions. Moulded naked mannequins in precarious positions in foyer invite curiosity. The dancer's pole is foreplay for bachelor... read more

1150 Queen St. W., Toronto M6J 1J3
416-531-5042

The Drake Hotel

Long considered Toronto's hippest boutique hotel, credit it for revatilizing the West Queen West scene. Artists, actors, rockstars, design fiends and creative class hangers on, both local and ... read more

505 College St., Toronto M6G 1A5
416-972-1475

Teatro

Put on your most fashionable Club Monaco outfit to fit in with the classic elegance and sophisticated crowd. Ultimate venue to impress your date without looking like a try-hard. Ladies: A Big mirro... read more

656 College St. , Toronto M5G 1B8
416-532-0419

Li'ly Lounge

Li'ly boasts 2 levels. Upstairs level is subtly sophisticated. On a date or with the gals, nosh on sharing plates, a main or two and fondue to get the night started. Later on, subterranean dance fl... read more

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