This place is fantastic. It is a very unique experience but what really made it great was the level…read moreof service received while there. The staff went over and above several times. Will definitely come back.

my house started its own week-long jazz festival every night from june 23rd-29th. it was great. try…read morethe our house tacos. apparently some jazz haters from four doors down posted 1-star reviews of here because they didn't like the type of music, but were never here. an abuse of social media. our house is a unique space. i was there every night of the jazz fest, and saw some of the same people in the audience almost every night

Dropped in for a quick afternoon beer last week and had a good feeling about this place right away…read more It's got a friendly + cozy vibe + small but diverse selection of beer on tap. I think they call places like this "dive bars" in Toronto but they are known simply as "bars" in other parts of the world. They also have a fun newsletter called The Low Bar Bugle which was good reading. It seems to be only issue #1 but I look forward to more. Then we dropped in for a beer early on a Saturday night and the place was hopping. Seems like it is also a music venue. Which we clued in to as we watched the punk rock-n-roll crowd coming and going and listened to the sound blasting from upstairs (accessed via the red door next to the front door). Despite the busy night Low Bar maintained it's charm. Nice to have a great go to bar in the hood. (Low Bar is in the space formerly known as Gaslight.)

Feels auspicious that there's a cool new old dive bar in the neighbourhood. Dropped in once for an…read moreafter-work pint on a weekday. We tried the happy hour special Low Beer draft (big glass, $7), which was apparently something by Great Lakes. It was a quiet time of day with some regulars chatting around the bar and good tunes playing. Came back a second time on a Saturday night when there was a gig upstairs. Place was bustling with people getting a drink in before heading upstairs, then got briefly super busy during a break in the show. Cheerful crowd of punks, rockers and beer drinkers. Happy to see the scrumptious Bellwoods Roman Candle on tap (small pint, $8). Friendly place with groovy old chairs, low light, vintage lamps, random decor and even its own newsletter! There looks to be a patio out back, too. I'll be back!

Creepy staff: Underage party member got hit on, as did the other female members of our band and…read moreparty. Owner cancelled the sound guy on us and the door guy flaked. Despite many staff members, the majority of them were drunk. Nothing was cleaned in the 6 hours we were there. The bathrooms were absolutely disgusting. Do not book this venue, hell I don't suggest the bar if you're female.

Previously the Del Ray Tavern, it is now Tail of the Junction. Has kept most of the rough and ready…read morecharm thankfully. With the addition of live music many nights. Friday's and Saturday's acts lean towards the heavy side so be prepared for high decibels after 10pm. But these bands need a venue to rock out and this is perfect for that. Easy load in and surprisingly good sound. Drink specials change daily so be ready. Service is straightforward and swift. Most are easy on the eyes as well . Free parking in the back off of Runnymede. TTC at front door. Afternoons are populated by colourful regulars and evenings are more of Sunset Strip LA vibe. All good. This place is the most legit spot in The Junction. Hipsters can't get away with their usual pretentious antics but are welcome.

Great watering hole in the Junction! I thought I'd post my…read morepics here because I didn't see any of the basement, which is odd but checking the map it is the same spot on Dundas west. I wasn't even aware of the upstairs restaurant as seen in all the many Yelp pics, but check out my pics of the basement. I was there for a friends's birthday party bash so we had the whole basement to have fun in without the public there. Really awesome service from the bar staff there, nice little stage for the DJ, and booths along the side made it perfect for that event. If you go to the restaurant, maybe check if the basement is open for business as part of the establishment.

Stumbled upon this place when walking around The Junction and was pleasantly surprised at how good…read moreit was! Truly a "hole in the wall" place - everything we ordered was delicious. The wood fired pizza was so flavourful with the truffle and sausage, and the lobster roll was very fresh. The sticky toffee pudding was amazing - definitely don't skip on dessert!

Formerly Junction City Music Hall....now Junction Underground. Sadly, the pinball machines are gone…read morebut this remains a low-key, no-frills, subterranean spot to catch some great live music and DJs. You'd walk right by it if you didn't know it was there, which I think is a plus. Shoutout to the monthly dance party Ruuted (soulful house by DJ Corey Dawkins), which I've become addicted to. Check the club website for listings, obviously. But another plus is they really know how to mix up some quality cocktails here. True, a paper plane served in a coupe glass might be hard to dance with (I would know lol) but damn, is it tasty :)

From the owner: The Junction Underground is a vibrant hub in Toronto’s west end, where local scenes unite to…read morecelebrate music, art, and community. Located on Dundas at Keele, we offer an exciting mix of live bands, DJs, comedy nights, open mic sessions, and karaoke, all complemented by our delicious cocktails.

A classic Punk / Rock n Roll Bar in Toronto CA. Basically the CBGB's of that scene…read more It's been around since the early 1990's and is exactly what a spot like this should be. Very nondescript outside facade - no sign telling you what it is other than a small "BSC" (for Bovine Sex Club) painted near the door. Hard to miss though as the exterior is made up a punk rock style sculpture of rusted bikes & other assorted ephemera. The interior is similar, visually. Great sound system & chill vibes pervade throughout. Weirdly the stage is right in the entrance of the club, on your left, with a long bar along the right side, heading back. Great, crowd, great location in cool area with lots of restaurants & plenty of parking - both on the street up to 2 hours & extended parking for a flat-rate of CA$20 (~$14 USD) from 6:00pm until the next morning, just 2 blacks away.

The Bovine is a fantastic place that is the same today as it was decades ago. not only that, but it…read moreis also one of the cheapest pints that you can find. Now, are the taps dry? Maybe. Are the beer cans running out? It's possible. But, it's a dive in the way of the old dives. And the acoustics for bands are... not great. But they are a sign of what once was. Without attempting to try to present a front of a time long gone, The Bovine simply exists today as it once did in that time long ago, before Smokes stickers, before iPhones, back when people would just go to a bar to talk with those they didn't know the morning prior. Bring cash though, unless you're looking to make some big orders, because credit card is a minimum fifty-dollar spend.

Met some friends here for a catch-up and drinks. I was a bit worried about the reviews about…read moreboisterous burlesque and was concerned about the noise level. But it was a Wednesday evening and Heidi was playing piano. We all arrived at the same time and were greeted immediately by the bartender and Heidi! We shared an enormous plate of delicious nachos. They weren't just slapped together but almost every single chip had a topping. Delicious and addictive. It was a great evening and the decor prompted more conversation. Interesting pictures and a laid back decor with exposed brick walls.

Their happy hour time changes on daily basis depending on the scheduled show on that day. They gave…read morean event every night and some of them have free admission and the other ones require buying tickets. They have live band or DJ nights (check their website). They gave great vibes. Usually the bar is packed and the staff and bartenders are very quick with providing service.

Today, I strolled into Canto café, hoping for a moment of tranquility…read more I ordered a latte and a freshly baked pastry. The coffee was rich and smooth, the milk foam just right; the pastry was warm and crisp, with a rich buttery aroma--a perfect match for the coffee. I found a corner seat and watched the people coming and going. What impressed me most was their attention to detail. From the carefully arranged tables and chairs to the friendly staff who remembered regular customers' names, everything felt thoughtful and welcoming. It's not just a place to drink coffee; it's a place to slow down, savor the moment, and enjoy a moment of peace. Leaving, I felt refreshed and satisfied, already looking forward to my next visit. Canto is truly...

Amazing Old World ambience with a cozy speak-easy vibe. The food is incredible. Try the…read moreCreemore-battered fish and chips. You will not be disappointed!

Wonderful place to share a drink and meals with friends. Very accommodating and friendly unlike…read moreother bars in the neighborhood. and their food is comforting and delicious. Their thanksgiving dinner meal is to die to. Turkey and all the trimmings at a very reasonable price. Enjoy!!!

Five stars for the service! Pedro was very friendly, attentive and took good care of us during our…read morevisit. The location is across the street from High Park and from the station. The food was just okay - the spicy crispy chicken wasn't really crispy, while the rainbow trout was a bit too salty. A good place to stop in for a drink after a visit to High Park.