Shrinking Violet

828 Bloor St W, Toronto
(437) 473-5145

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Dawn Bourque

What a gem!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Tyler Maxwell

Great staff and atmosphere

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ana S. (Ana)

I stumbled upon this bar while in a night stroll, the interior decor caught my eye initially, it’s quaint and very inviting.

What really made the night special was the incredibly welcoming, warm, talented bartender; Coda.
She took into account that I don’t drink alcohol and gave my wonderful recommendations and even created a mocktail for me. This along with her friendly conversation throughout the night made everything all the more incredible. I adore Coda and will always come back just for her.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Charlotte Cassanell

We stopped in for a quick drink on a Tuesday and had a great time. I love the vibe, it was very upbeat and casual. It’s a fun place to sit and feel like a woman haha our bartender was awesome and really had some pep in her step. We tried the Cuke Nuke and are now obsessed. We will be back for more drinks and snacks. It seems like a good place to have as your local.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Natasha Sarjeant

Could not praise this place more, went here 8 or so years ago under different ownership and it did not disappoint. Koda (sp?) was fantastic, running the show solo making complex cocktails and delicious pizza with a full restaurant. Very impressive. This place is ambient vibes with a beautiful patio. If I lived in the city, I'd be a regular. Thank you Koda for being awesome and being such a pro!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lesley Provost

Love this place. The regular bartender is terrific.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Andrew Wilson

Cute cocktail bar with a nice aesthetic and snacks. Good happy hour options and the side patio (which was not open/setup as it was still too cold) looks like it will be great in the summer

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Alif Shahed

Super cool atmosphere. Bartenders are very attentive. They made me a pickleback even though it’s not even on the menu!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Arun Gandikota

it’s good, just go there even if it doesn’t make sense

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Arash Riasatian

So This was fantastic!
Stumbled upon this gem on a Tuesday night, not very busy but was mesmerized by their decor and amazing service, will definitely be back and recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Noor Khan

Really lovely selection of beers and great vibes!

Jonathan Cook

Popped in for a drink and wished we could have stayed longer. Interesting beer list and nice bar staff!

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 4

Josh Lawless

Came in for a quick drink but wasn’t sure what I wanted. Sarah helped me pick out a drink that suited my mood. Would 100% return

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Angie h

Great spot to sip on a drink or for a cute date night. The staff and owner are super friendly and they have a great selection of drinks but seem to specialize with negronis - you can get a Negroni flight! Highly recommend trying the coffee negroni and ‘All my Friends’ sour beer (my new fav beer!). They also have bottles of wine to-go. It’s my new go-to cocktail bar!

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

Gemma Lissoway

This place is beautiful! Walking down Bloor and saw the sign for happy hour. My friend and I got their Violet 75s and they were just delicious. Three of us shared a pepperoni pizza and it was just the perfect amount of food for an early evening pick me up! Our server was delightful and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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