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Toronto is blessed with a vivid and thriving bar/café culture. It seems as if new establishments are surfacing throughout the city every day; with each one constantly on the search for new ways to take the bar/café experience to a new level.
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If standard places like Snakes & Lattés and Track and Field are getting old, here are 9 other game bars and cafés to get your game on:
WAbar // 3 Isabella St
WAbar is an Asian sports bar that has the homey feel of a man cave. There are several things to keep you occupied in the back room, such as a beer pong tables and a designated video game area (complete with Mario Kart and Street Fighter). Enjoy these games while indulging in a satisfying beer or mixed drink.
Roll Play // 10A Edward St
Roll Play is an Asian cocktail bar that once used to be a board game café. Although been turned into a lounge, there are still a few board games that may be lent out to use upon request (before visiting, make sure to call head of time to confirm they still do this as the establishment is currently undergoing changes). The venue also offers various drink specials everyday from 5-7 PM.
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Good Game Bar // 2097 Yonge St
Good Game Bar is an e-sports bar that combines video gaming and alcohol. Visitors can view or participate in various video game tournaments while enjoying a nice cocktail or beer in hand. The video games featured in the tournament range from online multiplayer RPGs to first-person shooters, so there's something there for everyone.
Bampot // 201 Harbord St
Bampot Bohemian House of Tea is the perfect place to school your friends in a game of Catan. The venue takes form of a small, cozy house that is carpeted throughout and has comfortable, cushioned seating areas. There are over 160 games in their inventory to choose from, as well as over 80 types of teas.
Photo cred - simonesixx
Castle Board Game Café // 454 Spadina Ave
Castle Board Game Café has perhaps the best selection of board games among its counterparts. For $2.50 an hour, you can sit in with your friends and choose from over hundreds of board games to play. The venue also sells beers and drinks for you to enjoy during your game.
Photo cred - sofiamaria10
Local Public Eatery // 171 East Liberty St
Local Public Eatery is a bar with lots of industrial flair. It features 15 big-screen TVs, 13 beers on draught and a shuffleboard table where you can get your game on.
Pub Chess Toronto // 14 Madison Ave
Pub Chess Toronto takes on a seemingly unusual concept of taking chess, a thinking game, and putting alcohol into the mix. In this particular case, thinking and drinking do mix - in fact, it may be in a player's interest to buy his or her opponent a drink before the game!
Dundas Video // 831 Dundas St W
Dundas Video is a video game bar that has several TVs set up with vintage video games. The bar also focuses on DJs and some live electronic music production, so it's a great place to meet local talent!
The Dock Ellis // 1280 Dundas St W
The Dock Ellis has several things to keep you occupied, from foosball tables to pool tables. The bar serves a selection of delicious craft beers as well, including popular names like the Amsterdam.
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When it comes to Fynn's of Temple drinking policy, the short answer is that you should do it. Whether it is their highly recommended brunch with $4 Mimosas and Caesars or a hefty dose of beer every night of the week, Fynn's extends their Irish hospitality one pint at a time. With dark wood accents, it is the perfect place to nurse your winter sorrows. When buds come onto the trees, their large patio opens and fills with people who have jobs that allow them to drink their lunches. Every night of the week there is a new special, including free oyster Fridays and $5 burger Tuesdays. Live pub music is played every Wednesday for winter, spring and fall. In the summer, they just expect that you will go outside.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: Great beer and lots of smiling people can be found at Fynn's. We wonder if the two are related?
Courtney's expert tip: As you can imagine, St. Patrick's day is kind of a big deal here. It makes Ireland itself look a little tame.
You may be able to have too many shoes, but you can never have too many brew pubs (too much beer is another thing, but let's not bring the mood down). Toronto's Barhop doesn't require that you engage in a tour of the city. There is more than enough brewing goodness in one place. You can get a large format table bottle if you and your friends are the sharing types, or you can sample from their seasonal beer list. There is even a nice array of gluten free beers and ciders. The gastropub atmosphere means that you are not stuck with some greasy reheated fare, but rather hearty food that matches the fancy brews. Start with the garlic brown butter doughnuts and don't shy away from the breaded pickles. Breath mints might be a nice thing to pack along with your wallet.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: Beer enthusiasts need not have another reason to partake in a pint, but the Bar Hop will give it.
Courtney's expert tip: Don't give up your drinking on a Sunday. $5 craft beers on Sundays are the reason to keep the weekend going a little longer.
As you walk into the basement of a nondescript brick building, you either think, 'This is going to be good,' or 'This is going to be horrible.' Luckily, Pai's humble abode caters to the former thought. There is usually a wait, but it is Toronto and the line does move fast thanks to the 80-seat capacity. Things get loud in here, with excited patrons, booming music and sizzling dishes making their way to new tables at breakneck speeds. Named after a spot in Northern Thailand, Pai specializes in family style dishes, divided into 'Snacks and Starters' and 'Mains.' Add the papaya salad and the Thai omelette to your usual repertoire.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: Thai food and a communal atmosphere can make for a great, smack-in-the-city night out.
Courtney's expert tip: Mango sticky rice for dessert is a must.
Steam Whistle Brewery makes a Canadian pilsner that they are rightfully proud of. This local beer maker is located right near the Roger's Centre and the CN Tower and it is a perfect stop on the Toronto tourism train. Their beer recipe has been exacted using European brewing standards, yet there is a lightheartedness to the company that is all Canadian. The four ingredients of hops, malted barley, spring water and yeast are balanced to perfection. They say that the fifth ingredient is the passion of their staff. There are always events going on, from art shows to lobster bakes. You can also privately rent out the space for tours or even your own (big fat beer) wedding.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: Take the decision of 'What beer should I drink?' away. In Toronto, Steam Whistle is a must try.
Courtney's expert tip: Go on the tour, if only to enjoy a sample of their beer. It often ends up being a rowdy bunch of people. Afterwards, enjoy a doughy pretzel at the bar.
From press conferences to large scale versions of game night, The Real Sports Bar doesn't pull any punches. It treats you, the sports fan, and your relationship with your team with the utmost respect. Right beside the Air Canada Centre, on game nights the Real Sports Bar can have upwards of 1,000 people watching with rapt attention. The screen is larger than most apartments in Toronto. A number of games are often on at once for those who wish there were more hours in the day..for watching sports. Don't worry about going to the washroom, because there are screens there too.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: You have your comfy chair at home for the ultimate viewing party. Real Sports Bar kicks that chair in the junk.
Courtney's expert tip: If you have been dragged here and don't fancy yourself a fan, not to worry, the food is definitely a step up from most sports bars. However, you will have to remember when to cease the conversation to allow for cries of delight or dismay.
Toronto's Entertainment District has changed frequently over the past decade or so as tastes and consumer demands shift. But N'Awlins has been a fixture in the neighbourhood. Its success can be traced to offering a nightly schedule of live entertainment that includes blues, jazz and other New Orleans-inspired music. No matter when you visit N'Awlins, you're guaranteed to hear some talented musicians. The venue also offers a pretty solid menu of Cajun-Creole inspired dishes, from Cajun calamari to fried alligator to seafood jambalaya. (Alligator comes as an appetizer, if you want to test the waters, so to speak.)
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: The first sign that you are a tourist is if you pronounce New Orleans as N'awlins. Luckily, Toronto is a very friendly tourist hub.
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Good Game Bar // 2097 Yonge St
Good Game Bar is an e-sports bar that combines video gaming and alcohol. Visitors can view or participate in various video game tournaments while enjoying a nice cocktail or beer in hand. The video games featured in the tournament range from online multiplayer RPGs to first-person shooters, so there's something there for everyone.
Bampot // 201 Harbord St
Bampot Bohemian House of Tea is the perfect place to school your friends in a game of Catan. The venue takes form of a small, cozy house that is carpeted throughout and has comfortable, cushioned seating areas. There are over 160 games in their inventory to choose from, as well as over 80 types of teas.
Photo cred - simonesixx
Castle Board Game Café // 454 Spadina Ave
Castle Board Game Café has perhaps the best selection of board games among its counterparts. For $2.50 an hour, you can sit in with your friends and choose from over hundreds of board games to play. The venue also sells beers and drinks for you to enjoy during your game.
Photo cred - sofiamaria10
Local Public Eatery // 171 East Liberty St
Local Public Eatery is a bar with lots of industrial flair. It features 15 big-screen TVs, 13 beers on draught and a shuffleboard table where you can get your game on.
Pub Chess Toronto // 14 Madison Ave
Pub Chess Toronto takes on a seemingly unusual concept of taking chess, a thinking game, and putting alcohol into the mix. In this particular case, thinking and drinking do mix - in fact, it may be in a player's interest to buy his or her opponent a drink before the game!
Dundas Video // 831 Dundas St W
Dundas Video is a video game bar that has several TVs set up with vintage video games. The bar also focuses on DJs and some live electronic music production, so it's a great place to meet local talent!
The Dock Ellis // 1280 Dundas St W
The Dock Ellis has several things to keep you occupied, from foosball tables to pool tables. The bar serves a selection of delicious craft beers as well, including popular names like the Amsterdam.
Casino boat cruise near me. For even more, check out this article as well: 7 Toronto Places To Go Drinking With Your Friends That Aren't Bars
Follow us on Snapchat:narcitytoronto
When it comes to Fynn's of Temple drinking policy, the short answer is that you should do it. Whether it is their highly recommended brunch with $4 Mimosas and Caesars or a hefty dose of beer every night of the week, Fynn's extends their Irish hospitality one pint at a time. With dark wood accents, it is the perfect place to nurse your winter sorrows. When buds come onto the trees, their large patio opens and fills with people who have jobs that allow them to drink their lunches. Every night of the week there is a new special, including free oyster Fridays and $5 burger Tuesdays. Live pub music is played every Wednesday for winter, spring and fall. In the summer, they just expect that you will go outside.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: Great beer and lots of smiling people can be found at Fynn's. We wonder if the two are related?
Courtney's expert tip: As you can imagine, St. Patrick's day is kind of a big deal here. It makes Ireland itself look a little tame.
You may be able to have too many shoes, but you can never have too many brew pubs (too much beer is another thing, but let's not bring the mood down). Toronto's Barhop doesn't require that you engage in a tour of the city. There is more than enough brewing goodness in one place. You can get a large format table bottle if you and your friends are the sharing types, or you can sample from their seasonal beer list. There is even a nice array of gluten free beers and ciders. The gastropub atmosphere means that you are not stuck with some greasy reheated fare, but rather hearty food that matches the fancy brews. Start with the garlic brown butter doughnuts and don't shy away from the breaded pickles. Breath mints might be a nice thing to pack along with your wallet.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: Beer enthusiasts need not have another reason to partake in a pint, but the Bar Hop will give it.
Courtney's expert tip: Don't give up your drinking on a Sunday. $5 craft beers on Sundays are the reason to keep the weekend going a little longer.
As you walk into the basement of a nondescript brick building, you either think, 'This is going to be good,' or 'This is going to be horrible.' Luckily, Pai's humble abode caters to the former thought. There is usually a wait, but it is Toronto and the line does move fast thanks to the 80-seat capacity. Things get loud in here, with excited patrons, booming music and sizzling dishes making their way to new tables at breakneck speeds. Named after a spot in Northern Thailand, Pai specializes in family style dishes, divided into 'Snacks and Starters' and 'Mains.' Add the papaya salad and the Thai omelette to your usual repertoire.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: Thai food and a communal atmosphere can make for a great, smack-in-the-city night out.
Courtney's expert tip: Mango sticky rice for dessert is a must.
Steam Whistle Brewery makes a Canadian pilsner that they are rightfully proud of. This local beer maker is located right near the Roger's Centre and the CN Tower and it is a perfect stop on the Toronto tourism train. Their beer recipe has been exacted using European brewing standards, yet there is a lightheartedness to the company that is all Canadian. The four ingredients of hops, malted barley, spring water and yeast are balanced to perfection. They say that the fifth ingredient is the passion of their staff. There are always events going on, from art shows to lobster bakes. You can also privately rent out the space for tours or even your own (big fat beer) wedding.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: Take the decision of 'What beer should I drink?' away. In Toronto, Steam Whistle is a must try.
Courtney's expert tip: Go on the tour, if only to enjoy a sample of their beer. It often ends up being a rowdy bunch of people. Afterwards, enjoy a doughy pretzel at the bar.
From press conferences to large scale versions of game night, The Real Sports Bar doesn't pull any punches. It treats you, the sports fan, and your relationship with your team with the utmost respect. Right beside the Air Canada Centre, on game nights the Real Sports Bar can have upwards of 1,000 people watching with rapt attention. The screen is larger than most apartments in Toronto. A number of games are often on at once for those who wish there were more hours in the day..for watching sports. Don't worry about going to the washroom, because there are screens there too.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: You have your comfy chair at home for the ultimate viewing party. Real Sports Bar kicks that chair in the junk.
Courtney's expert tip: If you have been dragged here and don't fancy yourself a fan, not to worry, the food is definitely a step up from most sports bars. However, you will have to remember when to cease the conversation to allow for cries of delight or dismay.
Toronto's Entertainment District has changed frequently over the past decade or so as tastes and consumer demands shift. But N'Awlins has been a fixture in the neighbourhood. Its success can be traced to offering a nightly schedule of live entertainment that includes blues, jazz and other New Orleans-inspired music. No matter when you visit N'Awlins, you're guaranteed to hear some talented musicians. The venue also offers a pretty solid menu of Cajun-Creole inspired dishes, from Cajun calamari to fried alligator to seafood jambalaya. (Alligator comes as an appetizer, if you want to test the waters, so to speak.)
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: The first sign that you are a tourist is if you pronounce New Orleans as N'awlins. Luckily, Toronto is a very friendly tourist hub.
Courtney's expert tip: Half price apps at the bar from 4pm to 8pm. Legally they can't call it 'happy hour' but don't let that stop you from being happy.
As Toronto's downtown gets more and more crowded, there has been nostalgia towards the suburban life. Bars with patios that look like your uncle's backyard and even names that conjure up a lazy afternoon drinking lemonade. Take The Porch, for example. It is located just blocks from the Rogers Centre and offers unparalleled views of the city (which may be preferred to unparalleled views of your creepy neighbour). Margaritas (in mango, raspberry, strawberry and lime flavours), craft beers and drinks in a pail to share are all ways to cool off from the hot summer heat. It can get very busy after work hours, so if possible go during lunchtime to fully savour the experience.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: DJs, a Instagram worthy view and buckets of margaritas? Yes please.
Courtney's expert tip: If you like your eggs benny with one heck of a view, you have met your new favourite brunch spot.
Wear something fancy and indulge in an equally fancy cocktail at the Ritz Carlton's elegant DEQ Terrace and Lounge. During the winter, cozy fireplaces and furnishings inspire patrons to hunker down. Huge jackpot slot winners 2018. During the summer, the fireplace will follow you outside to the expansive patio which has one of the best views of CN Tower and downtown Toronto. Enjoy complimentary marinated olives and Maple Cajun toasted nuts while you imbibe, or indulge in a lovely light menu that includes gems like the astoundingly good fried chickpea fritters with carrot harissa, yogurt, cilantro and cashew. Cocktails are one-of-a-kind, with luxurious choices such as 'The Goose In The Hurricane' with Grey Goose, Rum, Passion Fruit Puree and Grenadine.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: Deq is a great place to spend a night among stylish people, or to grab a drink before or after hitting the clubs.
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Courtney's expert tip: Located across the street from Roy Thomson Hall, Deq is ideally located for those enjoying a Toronto Symphony Orchestra performance.
Ping pong used to be about as cool as shuffleboard. Well, we better keep our eye out for a shuffleboard resurgence, because Susan Sarandon made ping pong hot. The SPIN clubs have popped up around the US and now Toronto to bring a little friendly competition to cocktail hour. This 12,000 foot space has 12 ping pong tables, 2 fully licensed bars, a cocktail menu, a full food menu and a private party room. If you have no idea what you are doing, lessons are available. If you definitely know what you are doing, you may want to consider a membership. Refuel with their 'elevated street style' snacks, which change seasonally.
Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: Ping pong coupled with a night club is the nightlife equivalent of the jock and the nerd becoming friends. We like it.
Courtney's expert tip: This is a block outside of the official Entertainment District radius. Please forgive us. We think a spirited game of ping pong is worth it.
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The TIFF Lightbox is one of those places that helps to solve the conundrum 'I'm bored!' without turning to your Smartphone. This building is set up to allow you to watch all of the film festival favorites, as well as the fantastic films that slip under the radar when the next Avengers movie dominates the box office. There are snacks (guacamole instead of popcorn should become a thing everywhere) and they do not frown at people who see wine as a perfectly viable concession snack. Look around you and you may see a celeb watching their own film under the radar. Do as the Canadians do and play it cool.
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Recommended for Best of Toronto's Entertainment District because: Wine and cheese-ing while you watch a movie is a pretty civilized way to spend some free time.
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Courtney's expert tip: The two restaurants attached - Luna and Canteen - are suburb. If you have free time, bring dinner and a movie back into style.
