One of my favorite experiences when I went to Toronto back in 2019 was trying real Canadian whiskey…read moreand Canadian gin at a local distillery! They had a wonderful array of options, and I did the tasting flight back then that consisted of two whiskeys and two gin's. I don't remember most of the visit because the spirits were very strong, but I do remember the elderberry gym being fantastic! I remember sitting at the bar and being taken care of and the bartender, being very thorough and polite with explaining each spirit and what hors d'oeuvres it would pair well with. I love the old factory/warehouse vibe of the distillery. The building looked very old from the outside with a more modern interior. It was definitely a highlight of the trip and something I would highly recommend for any avid whiskey drinker.

Conveniently located in a prime location downtown Toronto…read more The beer is great. Our first beer in Canada and was not disappointed. The servers were super cute and accommodating on dietary restriction requests. Will be back

Stopped in on a rainy day and loved the vibes and the couches! A really nice place to relax and…read morehave some popcorn or a pop tart

(Drank 09/02/25 TU @ 5:30pm): I came in flaming hot to my first brewery visit in Toronto!…read more I headed to Old Flame Brewing Co. which was the closest brewery within walking distance of my Airbnb while I was in Toronto for the next two weeks on business. I always sought out breweries to visit wherever I traveled, and they were the lucky winner on my brewery exploration. Old Flame Brewing Co. was founded by Jack Doake in 2013 and named after its flagship Port Perry location, a historic building that experienced two previous fires. Doake, a serial entrepreneur, was inspired by dissatisfaction with macro lagers and a desire to brew quality traditional German lagers, a focus that led to multiple awards, including being recognized as the most awarded craft lager brewery in Canada. The brewery has been known for its commitment to preserving the history of its buildings while brewing high-quality lagers. They also had a location in a historic fire hall in Newmarket and in Toronto's Distillery District. Did their flame burn bright for this not-so-old brewery!? PURCHASE(S) Old Flame Brewing Co. Raven Schwarzbier Beer 5.0% ABV 12floz Draft ($5.00CAD): Brown red color, beany malty roasty aroma, low body, beany malty roasty flavor, mouthfeel finish, and bitter beany malty roasty aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=Vpxgpx4_ls6VKr-NxUfiaQ Maple Pepper Praline Diablo Spiced Pecans & Cashews ($10.00CAD): Two of my favorite nuts all covered in spicy and sweetness, this was a wonderful snack! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=hwqNsbo89pkQumYawRoHdQ Old Flame Brewing Co. Brunette Munich Dunkel Lager Beer 4.8% ABV 12floz Draft ($5.00CAD): Caramel red color, malty nutty toasty aroma, low body, malty nutty toasty flavor, drying finish, and bitter malty nutty aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=i1GjopIA5kk5c93xrYcu1A 9" Cheese Pizza ($10.00CAD): A simple thin-crust pizza that reminded me of those eaten for elementary school lunches, it did the job but tasted like cardboard. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=UN-dHmxHNpZaWtPJbGmX6A Old Flame Brewing Co. Pink Panther Pink Guava Fruited Sour Beer 6.0% ABV 12floz Draft ($6.00CAD): Pink yellow color, fruity guava tropical aroma, low body, fruity guava sour tropical flavor, tart finish, and fruity guava tart tropical aftertaste. This was my favorite of the bunch. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=gEVGMiJbTGtLi0Ybz0XcQg SERVICE I was warmly greeted by a young man behind the counter who gave me a rundown of their beers. All orders were placed at the bar as we chit-chatted each time and no table service. Everything was easy and straightforward - thanks a bunch, eh? PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance): It was a flat 15-minute walk from my Airbnb. Otherwise, there were both onsite and offsite lots, numerous public transportation options, and rideshares - 'nuff said! ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A large warehouse space with high ceiling rafters fashioned with an assortment of odds and ends for mass visual stimulation, plenty of places to sit https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=s7_GMscw3mCVXc9HX3KuqQ and enjoy games, a stage https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=kQvHJw9dvgQv10vtHu7JpA for live entertainment on scheduled nights, a cooler https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=_mCf2raaJ9PN7E6Rp7ouKw to take something home for later, a long order counter with a simple tap menu https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=Je7kipdsxW_u1JCJ55IkiA to choose from, and more. A decent amount of natural lighting entered through the front outdoor patio while many electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There weren't any TVs inside while indie music played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=av6bVcgkFGf5ynLaccc98g ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL Old Flame Brewing Co. was a nice introduction to the Toronto beer scene, and I would definitely return. The beers were tasty albeit limited in availability (ten on this visit) and variety (no IPAs). The prices were very comparable, they had minimal snacks and onsite food (I always loved something salty to munch on while I drank beer), and they allowed outside food. The service was easy and straightforward, and at least pets were allowed on the outdoor patio. I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $40.00CAD BEFORE any discounts/tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS

I've always been a huge fan of Great Lakes Brewery beers, especially Octopus Wants to Fight IPA and…read morePompous Ass English Ale, so I was really happy we finally made it out to the brewery itself to try even more of their lineup. While we were there I tried Rookie Card Pale Ale for the first time and immediately loved it. Same with Patty O' Beer Irish Red Ale; both fantastic additions to the list of GLB beers I enjoy. Service was great too. The bartender even gave us a couple samples before we picked our pint, which is always appreciated when you're deciding between a few options. Overall, a great experience for fans of craft beer and definitely worth stopping by if you enjoy GLB like I do. Only downfall was I found the pints to be pretty pricey. For more beer, food, and travel reviews, check out our YouTube channel A&M Roam!

We came for trivia night so it is possible the experience would be different on an ordinary night…read more The game was fun and the space was open and clean. Foodwise however quite a few of us were let down. The beer menu of course is extensive! We split a pizza and it was super oily and lacking flavor-- the pizza pan was coated in oil at the bottom. Chicken wings were also apparently dissatisfactory, but garlic knots and burger had rave reviews! So, perhaps a better spot for drinks than a meal!

Really liked everything about this place! Loved that they let you try every beer, very wide variety…read moreof food options. Something for everyone! Rafa was our server and he was great! We had a few questions about the menu and he was super helpful to go and get the answer. The falafel salad bowl was huge and definitely had leftovers to take home and enjoy!

This place during the summer season must be so fun. It is set up for maximum fun…read more Being off season, the food was great. The service was ok. The craft beer, 3 speed, was excellent.

Stopped by Bellwoods Brewery for a quick dinner on a Monday. They had plenty of seating and two…read moreseparate areas for dining (a main dining area, and one closer to the bar). Service was friendly and attentive. We got the double cheeseburger (patty was juicy and flavourful, condiments complimented nicely) beef cheek pappardelle (perfectly cooked pasta and beef), and the chopped salad (had a nice tangy dressing with lots of assorted beans and veggies). We arrived during happy hour which included a selection of drinks and snacks. We unfortunately could not stay for trivia (started at 8 pm) but it seemed like a fun event and perfect date-night activity. Definitely will be back!

They have a great patio thats super vibey, dog friendly with communal table seating. We popped in…read morefor dinner and was happy to be seated a little after we arrived although we didn't have a reservation. The menu is limited if you're looking for healthy non meat options, we had the fries (delicious), kale salad with salmon (also delicious but salmon was definitely on the smaller portion for a 37.00 salad), and my partner had the burger (he enjoyed although meat was overcooked). Was a pleasant experience and the aperol and wine was refreshing! Our only complaint is that my salad came out way before his burger and we weren't sharing since I don't eat meat so we basically shared my salad since we were starving then he ate his burger as I waited since it took probably another 10 minutes to arrive.

Food good. Service super friendly. Ambiance loud and fun…read more Came here with family because we were recommended. This place may look smaller from the front but boy, its much bigger inside. We are talking three stories and plenty of TVs to watch sports. Our waitress was very friendly, even when we asked many questions because we were visiting and wanted the best experience from the menu. The food was def tasty because we finished all six dishes. Get the pizzas because the thin crust is superb. And Superjus it!

This place used to be so much better :(…read more I ordered the flamm (lilloise) and the feature beer of the month (a sour). The drink was really good and I enjoyed it immensely but the flamm was just okay. Not a lot of toppings as pictured on the menu haha. There is a bit of a hike to the bathroom but it's manageable. Unfortunately because the windows to the patio was opened, there was a lot of smoke (weed/vaping) and random perfume and cologne scents wafting in. Just beware.

(Drank 09/04/25 TH, 09/05/25 FR, & 09/07/25 SU): I wish I knew the idea behind the mascot of this…read morebrewery! Mascot Brewery was the fourth brewery on this Toronto trip. Founded in 2015 by Aaron Protho, Mascot Brewery became Canada's first Black-owned and operated brewery and has since grown to three locations. Mascot Brewery has become known for its craft beer and for initiatives like the "Black Owned Collab" series fueled by the lack of black ownership. Would their mascot be a lucky charm for a prosperous brewery!? PURCHASE(S) Mascot Brewery Juicy J IPA Beer 5.7% ABV 16floz Draft ($9.15CAD): Bright amber color, citrusy fruity hoppy aroma, low body, citrusy fruity hoppy juicy orange sweet flavor, mouthfeel finish, and citrusy fruity hoppy aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=JqTWfRHMix4ZJHlNoUpRyQ Mascot Brewery Watermelon Beet Sour Beer 4.5% ABV 16floz Draft ($9.15CAD): Rich strawberry watermelon color, sour tropical watermelon aroma, low body, fruity sour sweet watermelon flavor, tart finish, and fruity sour sweet watermelon aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=BoSCGrxJ6KNhEnXaMrLxgQ 3pc Bodega Sliders ($18.40CAD): Three chopped cheese sliders with garlic onion, peppers, topped with Mascot secret sauce and pickles on a brioche bun, these melted in your mouth! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=FEet9261rRSD_jo2ASXMSw Mascot Brewery Ol' Dirty Pilly Pilsner Beer 5.0% ABV 16floz Draft ($8.14CAD): Bright amber color, citrusy grassy malty aroma, low body, citrusy grassy malty sweet flavor, crisp finish, and citrusy grassy malty aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=r2_jD3HDfBsFp_roLl-lnQ Chili Cheese Fries ($14.95CAD): Beef, ancho chili, nacho cheese sauce, scallion aioli, this was perfect beer food! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=Gklj7uh7XFUKIq1v7OAdJg Mascot Brewery Mondo Session IPA Beer 4.5% ABV 16floz Draft ($8.14CAD): Amber orange color, citrusy hoppy piney aroma, low body, citrusy hoppy orange flavor, clean crisp finish, and citrusy hoppy aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=SkBPAqnzRUBAH1iV8K4hSA Mascot Brewery Paulies Italian Lager Beer 5.6% ABV 16floz Draft ($8.14CAD): Rich amber color, light malty spices aroma, low body, light malty spices flavor, crushable smooth finish, and light malty aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=Tk7ZptTnHnTNBbmBp5LYcw Bang Bang Cauliflower ($16.10CAD): Beer battered cauliflower bites tossed in their spicy bang bang sauce, topped with chili flakes, sesame seeds, and sliced chili peppers, these were a banger! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=gWT7naMUmwux7grQiDCQlg Kensington Brewing Co. Mango Lychee Hard Seltzer 5.0% ABV 16floz Draft ($8.14CAD): Clear color, candy fruity mango tropical aroma, low body, candy fruity mango sugary sweet tropical flavor, crisp effervescent finish, and fruity mango sugary syrupy aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=N9n5XwYsqUyogwstH0rPGA Mascot Brewery Frost Hammer DIPA Beer 7.8% ABV 16floz Draft ($10.14CAD): Golden amber color, fruity piney tropical aroma, low body, fruity piney tropical flavor, smooth finish, and fruity piney tropical aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=XZPdaTCXJgXVuBKNlfAN6w SERVICE Everyone behind the bar warmly greeted me each time, I grabbed a stool at the bar, my beers arrived immediately, my food arrived in minutes, and had fun casual chit-chat. The treatment I received was awesome - cheers! PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance): I was in the area all day for the start of the Toronto International Film Festival, so I simply walked. Otherwise, there were spots along the many main and surrounding streets, some nearby structures, numerous public transportation options, and rideshares - 'nuff said! ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A cavernous interior with a main bar and stools, plus a ton of places to sit. I never made it outside where apparently there was a beer garden. Minimal natural lighting inside and of course a ton outside while electric ceiling lights filled in both areas. There were several muted TVs inside indie rock music played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=59IcCRZFC2TVdN5G8QmwjA ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL Mascot Brewery was the best! The beers, food, prices, and service were cracking! I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $120.00CAD BEFORE any discounts/tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice...AMEX! 5.0 STARS

Super fun and bright inside. The staff was super friendly…read moreand provided great recommendations. The drinks were delicious. Plenty of seating and not too loud. You're able to hear your friends while engaging in conversation. I would come back

Good brews, fast service, dog friendly indoors. Very simple and cozy decor with canine adoration…read moreeverywhere. Great place to take your dog for a walk during those cold days

Perfect date for you and your pup!…read more Was so excited to come here because who doesn't love dogs? It's a local brewery where dogs are welcome! Came here for a dog pawty and it did not disappoint! I'm not huge of a beer drinker myself but was glad to find that they had kombucha on tap and it was blue in colour! How exciting. The kombucha was great! Had a few sips of beer which was also pretty good - especially the sour! The dogs here are of course the highlight of this brewery. There were so many dogs here with friendly owners. A lot of them allowed me to pet their dog - a double win! If you're feeling blue or looking for a cool hangout spot, make sure to check out Black Lab Brewing. It'll sure be the highlight of your day.

Left Field's second location in Liberty Village is a very welcome improvement to their original…read morelocation in Leslieville, which I've been a patron of since 2013 when they opened. The new location has two levels, a beautiful open concept floor plan and a large outdoor patio. We walked in on Saturday (World Series Game 2) and were seated immediately. They had another weekly event going on but that didn't detract from speed and service. The beers are fantastic, with some staples still on the menu from 2013! The Eephus, Wrigley, and Greenwood are original and exactly as I remember, but Ice Cold Beer, Tarps Off, and Oppo were delicious too! Get a flight, take in the community spirit and enjoy some baseball themed beers! Go Blue Jays

Gord & I had supper last evening with friends. It's been a while since we've all gotten together…read moreand it was nice to catch up. Gord and I had Pep & Cheese pizzas (10" New York style pizza, pizza sauce, Ezzo pepperoni, mozzarella, oregano and Grana Padano cheese) and we both took half of our pizzas home for lunch tomorrow. Rosemary had Mac and Cheese (creamy mac and cheese made with our beer and cheddar sauce, topped with melted cheese, shaved scallions) and Chicken Tenders - Kids Combo (3 kid-sized buttermilk marinated, panko-breaded chicken tenders; served with thick cut french fries, plum sauce and ketchup) ... the mac and cheese looked delish and she took half home but the chicken tenders were overcooked. Kevin had a Chicken Clubhouse Sandwich and fries (classic clubhouse sandwich served on 3 pieces of toasted white bread, stacked with grilled chicken breast, shredded lettuce, tomato, Swiss cheese, bacon, guacamole and chipotle aioli spread). Alfred had a Margherita pizza (10" New York style pizza, pizza sauce, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil and Grana Padano cheese). Christine had a Chicken Caesar Wrap (grilled chicken breast, romaine, parmesan, caesar dressing, wrapped in a 12" flour tortilla) and took half home. Ocean was our server. She was friendly and took good care of us. For some reason, the 3 pizzas came out about 15 minutes after the other meals so they were almost finished by the time we started.