Amazing space on Dovercourt for medium size events. Well…read moreworth going if you get the chance! Home to some hipsters from the 1950's, and you'll see my photos from that show. There was another similar event last weekend but sadly I was double booked and couldn't go but love seeing. the Kewpie Dolls, a bunch of matching sweetheart ladies who can rock out!

superb venue,,,great staff...down to earth clientele ...well worth a visit and totally…read morerepresentative of Dovercourt Village area

Full disclosure I went here for an office event. I wasn't sure what to expect given that this bar…read moreis on the second and third floor of the building and only a doorway is there to acknowledge it's existence. If you decide to visit you will likely be on the second floor. I was able to sneak down and check it out but I didn't fully experience the main part of this establishment. However the decor inside is great and sets a nice vibe. Staff are friendly and there's a lot of selection and they do cater to vegans. Lots of great areas in this space for hanging out or even playing games. The third floor as I found out is for private events and is the top floor of the building. It's a fairly large space so if you are interested in having an event this place could fit the bill. Again some very interesting decor makes the space warm and welcoming. Special secret hint apparently you can also rent out the 3rd floor on Airbnb as well. We found a fully furnished bedroom and of course had to ask what was up with that. If you are looking for a great place to hang that maybe not everyone else has found out about yet this is a pretty good place although the popularity tells me it won't be that unknown for too long.

Love it here! Had our TIFF Hollywood North Launch party here and Diane & Ron were amazing! Bravo!!read more

We hosted our annual fashion show at Geary and their staff are AWESOME!!! Huge shoutout to Ira,…read moreHayden (sp?), and Alyssa, they were incredible and such a huge help throughout the whole process and esp on show weekend. Being an entirely student led production we were a bit all over the place at times, but ira the venue manager was so kind and understanding and helpful to us at all points in the process. Hayden is a god w the lighting setup and helped us so much in getting the venue to replicate the vision we had in our heads. Alyssa was so kind and made all of our guests feel so welcome. Additionally, I'm not sure of his name but their security was also AMAZING and really helped us out in ensuring that all of our guests and team members felt safe and comfortable throughout the whole event. IF YOU GO TO GEARY MAKE SURE TO TELL THESE 4 AMAZING PEOPLE THAT VEFS LOVES THEM AND GIVE THEM A BIG TIP!!! We you Ira, Hayden, security guy and Alyssa!!!!

This place is the best. The lounge is open to anyone during working hours, to just work in a…read morenon-cafe (which is great, and there is coffee/tea available) but also, as a member, you get access any time to the members area which is SO great for working. Especially if you get bored and need to move around like I do, this is the perfect spot. Also, they have incredibly fun networking events and the roof is awesome. Everyone is super friendly and welcoming and it's the most inclusive, positive environment I've ever seen.

I highly recommend CSI for start-ups, non profits as they have really reasonably priced meeting…read morerooms with everything you would need - wi fi, air conditioning, filtered water, tables, chairs, white boards, markers. I absolutely love this shared space idea and I'm so glad I found out about it. Really easy to book meetings rooms, super friendly service, 3 locations to choose from, great space to get the creative juices flowing.

I love hanging out at Bangarang. They've got a great selection of games, a cool bar, and the…read moreatmosphere is always spot on with the lighting, vibes, and music. The only downside is that they often seem to overbook, packing way too many people into their small space.

Such a fun place. Staff is so sweet. Drinks are super good and just a fun vibe. And the pink lights…read moreare so cute. Would 100% recommend!!

My wife and I got married at the Henley Room last year and it was fantastic! Not only are their…read moreprices really great, Logan and his team made the whole event run so smoothly we didn't really have to do much ourselves. Best of all they are located right on the water!! All of the guests commented on how nice it was to have a waterfront wedding venue within the city as it felt like you were up north at a cottage without the drive (and Uber friendly). There were no lines at the bar as I've experienced at some weddings, coordination of vendors was all taken care of and they even were accommodating with our all our drink choices and made some custom cocktails for us. Highly recommend at least giving them a look and if you can get in you won't regret it!

From the owner: Located on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, The Henley Room at the Argonaut Rowing club, is the…read moreperfect event venue for those looking for a waterfront setting. With capacity for up to 200 guests, The Henley Room is perfect for weddings, corporate and social events.

The third DIY event spot in Kensington on Augusta, on the east side of the street in fact, that I'm…read morefamiliar with over the last few years. Book your art event now, so their promo says, and I went to a music event with multiple acts, all for $10 at the door, and unquestionably great value for the cash spent. When I went it was BYOB which was fine, and limiting the amount of alcohol around probably isn't the worst thing. It's in the basement and my Fido service ended so keep that in mind. Others seemed to have no problem. Great layout with one room as the lobby with coat check, and roomy bathrooms off the the side, and the larger room adjoining for the entertainment. At the far end away from the stage, there's a smaller room as well, with a couch for lounging. Since there is no green room the bonus is that you get to talk to and meet the talent. Careful not to bother the neighbours if you go out front and hang out on the street.

This review comes strictly from the viewpoint an attendee of someones event. I can't add any…read moreperspective from a cost or payment standpoint since I was not the organizer, although I imagine this place is not by any means cheap. But that all said, this place impressed me so much I felt it was warranted to provide a review. The Palais Royale has an interesting backstory, going back to the 1930's when it was a concert venue. From those days of Duke Ellington's big band sound, into the 90's and 2000's when this place hosted bands including Blur, Blue Rodeo, and even the Rolling Stones. Admittedly the last time I stepped foot in the place was in the late 90's for a rave. And let me assure you they renovated the heck out of it, and now offers a clean and polished venue for weddings and corporate events. Upon arrival, the couple were having their wedding ceremony on the back patio, which overlooks the lake, with a marina to the east and a beachfront to the west, and a skyline decending down the waterfront. Very picture-esque, and a great backdrop for pictures. They had a large tent to make sure that even if it rained, all would remain as scheduled. After the ceremony they held a cocktail hour outside before ushering everyone inside for the reception. The food was top form. Delicious and well presented. The servers and bartenders were friendly, professional, and attentive. Dancefloor is a good size with good sound and lights, so after the speeches were made everyone was given an opportunity to cut a rug with good results (okay, this part may have had more to do with the crowd in attendance than the venue, but still, a decent dancefloor environment was provided). Honestly, this was the best wedding I've ever been to, and the venue had a lot to do with it. For anyone looking for a review from an average attendee, let this be your stamp of approval that this venue will impress those attending your future events.

A very elegant venue on Lakeshore, close to the water. The venue is quite spacious, and has a small…read morestage in the front. Parking is limited in the area, but offers all needed amenities. Definitely enjoyed coming here for a party.