Toronto, Canada

Best bars in Toronto

18 places, ranked by traveler reviews. Where Toronto actually drinks, rooftops, speakeasies and neighborhood favorites, ranked by reviews.

Bar4.7

Fox on John

13,176 reviews

A lively sports bar and gastropub in downtown Toronto known for its huge screens and extensive beer list.

Bar4.3

Loose Moose / Antler Room

7,815 reviews

A quirky Toronto bar known for its antler-covered walls and lively atmosphere, located near the St. Lawrence Market.

Bar4.8

Black+Blue Toronto

6,188 reviews

Upscale Toronto steakhouse and bar with a sophisticated ambiance, premium cuts, and an extensive wine list.

Bar4.5

The Carbon Bar

3,640 reviews

A lively Southern-inspired barbecue and cocktail bar in downtown Toronto, known for its smoked meats and vibrant atmosphere.

Bar4.5

Bar Poet

3,575 reviews

Bar Poet in Toronto's Queen West neighborhood is a cozy, artsy bar known for its craft cocktails and intimate live music.

Bar4.4

Bar Raval

3,278 reviews

A stunning Spanish-inspired tapas bar in Toronto's Little Italy, known for its intricate woodwork, pintxos, and vibrant atmosphere.

Bar4.5

Ruby Soho

2,908 reviews

A trendy bar on King West known for its creative cocktails and lively atmosphere.

Bar4.7

BarChef

2,532 reviews

A sophisticated cocktail bar on Queen Street West in Toronto, renowned for its inventive drinks and intimate atmosphere.

Bar4.3

The Shameful Tiki Room Toronto

2,034 reviews

A tropical-themed bar in Toronto's Queen West neighborhood, known for elaborate tiki cocktails and immersive Polynesian decor.

Bar4.7

Civil Liberties

1,317 reviews

A top-rated cocktail bar on Bloor West in Toronto, celebrated for its innovative drinks and intimate setting.

Bar4.4

Writers Room Bar

1,284 reviews

A sophisticated bar in Toronto's Yorkville neighborhood, famous for its literary theme and creative cocktails.

Bar4.6

PREQUEL & CO. APOTHECARY

1,200 reviews

Step into a whimsical, Victorian-inspired cocktail bar on Queen Street West, where theatrical drinks and vintage apothecary decor create an unforgettable night out.

Bar4.7

Mother

1,026 reviews

Mother is a trendy bar on Queen Street West in Toronto, known for its eclectic decor and vibrant nightlife.

Bar4.5

Cocktail Bar

754 reviews

A trendy, intimate cocktail bar on Dundas Street West in Toronto, celebrated for its creative drinks and speakeasy vibe.

Bar4.5

Bar Maaya | Toronto

702 reviews

A stylish cocktail bar in downtown Toronto known for its creative drinks and lively atmosphere.

Bar4.4

After Seven

668 reviews

A cozy, dimly lit cocktail bar in Toronto's Queen West neighborhood, known for its inventive drinks and intimate atmosphere.

Bar4.8

Bar Pompette

501 reviews

A cozy, critically acclaimed wine bar on College Street known for its curated natural wine list and intimate atmosphere.

Bar4.9

Suite 115

429 reviews

An intimate cocktail bar in Toronto's Little Italy, offering creative drinks and a cozy, speakeasy-style atmosphere.

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Good to know

What is the best-known of the bars in Toronto?

Fox on John is the most reviewed, with 13,176 traveler reviews and a 4.7 rating. That makes it the safe choice if you are only fitting in one.

Which of Toronto's bars is worth going out of your way for?

Suite 115 rates highest at 4.9 out of 5 across 429 reviews. Smaller crowds than the headline entry usually explain the gap.

How is this list of bars ranked?

By how many travelers reviewed each place, filtered to those rated well enough to be worth your time. No one pays to appear on it, and the order is refreshed monthly as new reviews land.

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