50 Best Bars near East York

“Stepping into Sophie's isn't just about watching a game or having a bite to eat, it's like coming home. The moment you're greeted by owners George and Sophie, you feel an instant warmth that's rare to find. They don't just run a business — they're the heart of the place, always taking the time to chat and make sure everyone feels like a regular. What truly sets Sophie's apart is their deep commitment to the community. Whether they're hosting a fundraiser or sponsoring a sports event, George and Sophie consistently show up and give back. They're also unwavering LGBTQ+ allies, creating a safe and inclusive space for everyone. It's clear they care about more than just their bottom line, they care about the people and the neighbourhood they serve. Sophie's is more than a sports bar, it's a true community hub, and we're lucky to have it.“

“My son and I were looking for a cup of coffee, and were drawn to 367 Cafe by the promise of a patio. It's in the back and can be heated. Essentially this is a cozy cafe and sports bar. The very friendly proprietor told us it isn't worth his while to try to serve meals during the pandemic. The espresso was very good, however.“

“I would give 5 stars to the staff—they were very friendly and attentive, which made for a welcoming experience.

The ambience was convenient and cozy, making it a comfortable spot to grab a bite after grocery shopping.

Unfortunately, the food didn’t meet expectations. We ordered the Swiss burgers, which were dry and lacked quality in both taste and ingredients.“

“The food is always amazing, service is always impeccable and they always have top notch entertainment. If you want to try great Macedonian food and Balkan food in general and you live in Toronto, this is the place to visit.“

“Had a wonderful time hosting our end of year social! The manager, Tom, was a dream to work with for our large group. Great menu items - loved the calamari, french fries, sweet potato fries, garlic bread, spinach dip and wings. Teegan was an attentive and friendly bartender.“

“From the moment we arrived, the team delivered warm, polished, and attentive service. The Wagyu was unbelievably tender and richly flavored; the lobster arrived fresh. Every course arrived at just the right pace, allowing us to fully enjoy each bite. Though elegant, the dining room felt inviting—not stuffy. Overall, the services and environment was much more impressive than the foods.“

“A classic French restaurant with a great atmosphere and complimentary cocktails that taste unique.“

“I'll keep the secret, but just go! It's delicious and perfect!“

“Really enjoyed the atmosphere and Ceci was a great server ! Recommend Rob’s pizza.“

“I was attending Toronto Pride this past weekend and found this beautiful hidden gem and the staff were so friendly knowing that I was alone. fantastic food and fun drinks“

“Brunch at Ruby Soho was mostly fun and delicious but slightly slow.

Came here for a birthday brunch with a group of 14 girls and overall had a great experience! The food was beautifully plated and full of flavor, with a few standout dishes.

The Classic Breakfast was simple and delicious the raspberry jam that came with the toast was amazing. Only thing that lacked was the corn bread it was dense and dry.

Pork Belly Benny was rich and flavourful the pork belly was almost candy like sweet, crunch and fatty.

The only letdown was the Avocado Toast, It felt a bit bland and got lost under the sprouts.

Our waitress was friendly and did her best due to short staffing but overall it was still very slow service.“

“Every time I rent an item, it's in pristine condition. Delivery is always punctual, set up smoothly, and picked up without any hassle. Super reliable and so easy to work with! And the best part—there’s such a huge selection of stunning items to choose from for all kinds of events. Highly recommend!“

“A group of us visited Pizza Wine Disco last week and had the absolute best time! From the moment we walked in, everything was perfect. The music was amazing and everyone danced all night long. The drinks were perfectly mixed, super refreshing, and served extremly fast. We had the pleasure of meeting Bibek, the manager, who was incredibly kind and welcoming. You can tell he genuinely cares about the guests and the vibe of the place. The rest of the staff were all super friendly as well. If I could give 6 stars, I would. We’ll definitely be returning soon!“

“Excellent mixologists. Didn’t love the cocktail menu (too much tequila, mezcal and gin based for my tastes), but pleased that everything I ordered was well balanced and not too sweet. Food was fantastic. Service was friendly and knowledgeable, but not that attentive on a Fri night. I shouldn’t have to go out of my way to catch someone’s attention to order another drink, my glass was empty for a while. Overall a fun place“

“Really cute spot with wonderful atmosphere, gracious service, a tasty drinks menu, and a delicious twist on Asian fare. Laotian cuisine is familiar enough to be comforting and distinctive enough to be a nice change of pace. Will eat here again!“

“Threw my birthday party there. The staff is amazing and super accommodating! The place is great and my friends & I had a blast! The patio is amazing and is dog friendly place! What else do you need for a great time? Definitely recommend!!“

“We love this place! Great time for kids and adults alike.“

“Always an enjoyable spot for our family to meet for lunch. Now, they have live music. Awesome!“

“Highly recommend this place! I’m actually chef too, so, this guys do really amazing quality, believe me 👍 atmosphere good for the date or lonely dinner, stylish place with good music and light! You can feel how chef really care about everything when you eating! And also very fresh fish for sashimi!“

“me and my girls went for mimosas and Sarika was so accommodating and truly made us feel welcomed. Turkish breakfast was great, bottomless mimosas are a MUST, and service was superb - we were never left with an empty glass. Thank you Sarika for everything ❤️ we will definitely be coming back!“

“A great hangout on a Friday night. Comfy atmosphere and top shelf service. We ordered Nagasaki jjampong and paired it with Soju, followed by yuzu high ball. It conjured memories of Omeide yokocho in Tokyo or midtown Busan. Highly recommend it if you are in North York.“

“Crispy Chicken + Mac, and Beef dip were both great. Nice patio at the back of the restaurant.

Salad could be more fresh though and washrooms are Halloween style! with lots of graffiti.

We will be back and thanks for the food.“

“It's a cozy little bar with lots of live music by great musicians! The staff are great and there's a good beer and drinks selection.“

“Great place for late night drinks or brunch! I love the new buck a shuck deal upstairs in their oyster house, and they have such delicious food offerings up there as well. Will be back!“

“Gabby’s – Guildwood Village Shopping Centre Four of us visited Gabby’s in the Guildwood Village Shopping Centre yesterday for lunch. The restaurant opened last year, and this was our first time there. After seeing so many great reviews online, we decided to check it out. We were greeted right away and seated where we preferred. Our server, Sarah, was wonderful—friendly, attentive, and helpful in guiding us with our drink choices. Between the four of us, we ordered: Chicken wings with fries Onion rings Garlic bread Buffalo chicken wrap with fries Braised beef stone-fired pizza Everyone agreed the food was excellent. I had the pizza, and it was sensational—the beef was tender and perfectly portioned, pairing beautifully with the onions and mushrooms. The restaurant has a great atmosphere, whether you’re enjoying a meal on the patio, dining indoors, or sitting at the bar surrounded by plenty of TVs. Service was impeccable. The washrooms were very clean, though they are located in the basement. If you’ve had a few drinks, you might prefer the accessible washroom on the main floor, as the stairs are steep. We all agreed we will definitely be back—there are so many other tempting menu items we want to try. The amazing service we received from Sarah made the experience even more enjoyable. Thank you, Gabby’s!“

“Enjoyed a lovely cocktail after the show.“

“So glad we chose to try this Izakaya, this is by far one of the best we've tried! Flavor is on point for all the dishes we ordered. I just want to emphasize the pork belly skewers Sanmainiku as it was perfectly seasoned and grilled! Anyone wanting to try this place should make reservations as walking in might result in a bit of a wait. Will definitely go back try more of their offerings“

“great food and cocktails- love the sangria! cozy ambience!“

“So tasty, and the drinks are so good, strong, and delicious. Great staff who are friendly and make you feel at home!“

“A unique twist of a dive bar, with a Japanese Rock n Roll blend. They have a decent selection of Japanese beers and whiskey (along with other options). Small and intimate space perfect for catching up with friends over a drink or four. The jukebox has a great list of classic hits.“

“On a visit to Toronto and was taken to The Only Cafe to listen to the live music. A nice atmosphere, good selection of drinks and friendly service.“

“lekkere hapjes! Nice spot to stop by for some snacks!“

“Cocktails are always great, yes. Food is always great, yes. Service? Great. But of note: tonight I ordered a coke and not only did it come in a sexy tall glass with a gorgeous little lime wedge perched on top, it came with a BEAUTIFUL PLASTIC STRAW, not a dumb paper straw that lasts 3 minutes, no, a real thicc plastic straw circa 2015, one that had enough diameter and girth for proper beverage enjoyment, and when I tell you that that coke was the best goddamn coke I’ve ever had in my life???? I mean it with my full chest. I love you short turn“

“Resonable prices right on the waterfront. They converted this outdoors auditorium to a casual bar restaurant. They even have a doggy menu… but they will charge you $250 if your pet does its “business” within the bordes of the location.“

“went this week for the first time and absolutely loved the vibes, the food, and the drinks! Will definitely go back“

“Great staff, always helpful and knowledgeable. Comfortable environment for any and all, great game selection and Tuesday night MTG drafts!“

“Great place for drinks on the patio. The vibe inside is very dark but cozy. Food and drinks were delicious. The burger is a must have. A good all around juicy burger. We also had the beef tartar and eggplant katsu. Menu changes weekly so there's always new things to try. Glad I was able to check out this spot as we don't usually find ourselves that far east of downtown.“

“The food are sooo good.

Spicy cream seafood udon is so yummy. Rich and creamy. It’s Must-have item if you go to this restaurant. You will be surprised!!!

Beef tartar has a strong sesame oil aroma. It tastes sour and sweet when eaten with salad. It is very delicious and the taste is so fresh before you have the main dish.“

“The atmosphere is dark and cozy. The décor instantly transports you to a vintage English pub. The food was 10/10 with each bite being better than the last. If you’re looking for delicious food with great vibes definitely check them out. I’d highly recommend the tomato toast, chicken wings, and the basque cheese cake.“

“Cool neighbourhood spot. 15 dollar cocktails, good menu, paper planes, negroni's, old fashions, espresso martinis, all the core ones every good cocktail bar should have. I think it's also a cafe during the day.

They had a live DJ playing some Berlin type music not too loud which was a nice touch. There is some seating space in front of the patio, and next to the building to hang out. Tall beer cans and cocktails are 7-8 bucks which is a good deal. They have some non-alcoholic beers too which is nice.

Inside has that cool vintage hipster Berlin feel to it. No cover, no lineups, just a nice local neighbourhood bar near the bridge and a bunch of other autoshops. Was walking back from an art gallery and we just literally stumbled upon it and sat down for a catch up drink.

I feel like Toronto needs more places like this. Quiet neighbourhood bars with a nice selection of music, quality cocktails, not too expensive, no lines ups. Nice slightly mature place for people to catch up and have a drink without having to venture heavily into the Dundas West bar scene where it's way more hectic. Probably fits like 20 people so it's nice and intimate. Kind of reminds me of some of the bottle shops in Montreal where you can either drink it there and vibe or take it to the park right next to it. Place has some character to it. Would like to see it have a good solid run in Toronto's independent bar scene and be supported by the neighbourhood.

Next time I'm back I'll try out the cocktail menu and see if that's fire too. Can selection was interesting. I got a fruit punch vodka seltzer with 2 grams of sugar which was good. LBGTQ+ friendly but open to anybody really. Still has that cool Dundas West OG grunge premium dive bar feel all the hipsters like me enjoy. Keep up the great work Tommy!“

“Excellent food. Excellent service. Excellent atmosphere.“

“Sampo Snack Bar is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, the warm atmosphere and friendly team make you feel right at home. The menu strikes the perfect balance between comfort and creativity—every dish is packed with bold flavors, thoughtful presentation, and top-quality ingredients.

The cocktails are just as impressive—well-crafted, balanced, and refreshingly inventive. Whether you’re there for a quick bite, a casual night out, or a late-night hang, Sampo hits the mark every time. It’s clear the team puts genuine care into everything they do.

A must-visit spot that keeps you coming back. Highly recommended!“

“Popped into Triple A with our very elderly pup this weekend and had a fantastic time! She was treated like royalty and could get very used to it. Great selection of beers and cider on draft and a lovely mix of humans and dogs. Looking forward to coming back!“

“This spot was a total hit! I wasn’t expecting it to be this good. I really liked the tomato cocktail they had as today’s special, it was very unique. The chicken skin was really tasty and the mackerel fish was done very well. There was also an uni udon today that I also thought was quite delicious. The price for everything was also very reasonable!“

“Great service, classic pinball machines, good beer selection.“

“I love this local bar!! The food is amazing and very affordable. Their specials on the weekends are always good. The staff are friendly, professional and very helpful. I feel comfortable and safe spending time there. For me, it’s the best place on Roncesvalles!“

“really cute place, but i feel like the servers should dress the part a little more.
inside its all dimly lit, reminds me of somewhere James bond would have a drink, but then I have a girl in a camouflage baseball hat serving me a drink.
drinks were great, I just think for the atmosphere and price point, they should be a little bit more on the staff for presentation“

“Great food reasonable prices. Service is slower, but that allows time to talk with friends. The volume of the background music is reasonable enough to have good conversations.
5 years later food is still excellent
Had brunch today Eggs Benedict generous portion 11:30 time was good to arrive restaurant was busy by noon.“