The best bars and cafés Toronto

Timetable

Gourmet shops (pastry shops, chocolate shops, etc.), cafés and tea rooms are generally open every day from morning until mid- or late afternoon (some may be open until evening, especially cafés). However, there may be days off in smaller shops, usually at the beginning of the week. As for bars, many open their doors as early as 11 a.m. or noon. Otherwise, you can expect to open by mid to late afternoon at the latest. Closing time is usually 2:00 a.m., but some close earlier (midnight or 1:00 a.m.) at the beginning of the week. While they tend to be open 7 days a week, they sometimes close on certain days (e.g. Sunday, Monday).

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Age restrictions

In Ontario, the legal drinking age is 19. Wherever a bar license applies, only adults are allowed. However, some places have a different license (restaurant, craft production...) that allows minors. Note that if you look under 25, you will probably be asked for official photo identification.

What's very local

In bars and breweries, the Happy Hour ritual is often held during the week. It usually runs from 4 or 5 pm until 7 pm or even later, and allows you to save money on alcohol and/or food. Needless to say, crowds go hand in hand during a Happy Hour...

Kids

Children are allowed wherever a bar permit is not in effect. However, they can sometimes be accepted on the terrace of a bar until early evening.

Smokers

Smoking is prohibited in gourmet shops, cafés, tea rooms and bars, as well as on their terraces. Smoking must also be kept away from the door of the establishment and its terraces (the law indicates 9 meters).