14 Best Dive Bars in Toronto

“Best dive bar in the city“

“It’s the best bar in the city to see live music and have a memorable night. A Queen Street institution that has aged well.“

“The absolute best of Dundas West. 🔥“

“Zaid the bartender was very nice and friendly. He gave us excellent service and if we were local this would definitely be a place we would go to often. We had a great time. The punk thrash atmosphere with the customers who are not there makes a very interesting and unusual mix. The customers were also all kind to us who came from far away. Very good bar.“

“Great local resto/pub. Cold beer on tap and good pub food. Adam, Andy et al have amazing taste in 70,8” and 90’s music“

“Great service, great people. Showed up with my wife needing to use the bathroom, bartender said don't even have to make a purchase. Made a purchase anyways, and got chatting. Very friendly atmosphere for a hole in the wall kinda place. Will absolutely be back in the future“

“The Horseshoe Tavern is maybe the best local bar in Toronto. Relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff, excellent location. A perfect place for a drink or to catch a show most nights. They bring in international acts and also out a real spotlight on local indie artists (like me!). I love this bar!“

“Great place for an afterparty, local and easily accessible Service was fantastic, more than enough room for a group of friends“

“Great staff. Personable and alert bartenders“

“Visiting from Denver, CO. Found this place by chance and it is excellent. Chris is friendly and more importantly knowledgeable about the local beers he serves. We're only in town for a few days but we will stop in every night that were in Toronto.“

“Chill people, good music, safe venue.“

“very Nice place ! and i love pickel back 🥒“

“Excellent bar. Wide variety of drinks at very affordable price. Linda and Kudo are so good with customers and they serve very well. They are a Good hardworking bunch. I will definitely come again if I ever crave for a beer or shots. There is enough space for party, just call ahead and it has good music. They have a juke box kind of deal where you can select music you like. Just Amazing, and I know you’ll say the same.Just an insider tip: free food just after 8 ? : homemade Chinese food (till its last ).“