Cash only. Bellwood brewery heavy menu.Loved the vibes and casual atmosphere to hang out for Sunday afternoon pints! read more

Ronnie's Local 069 - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

After being greeted by the incredibly rude bartender(come to find out owner). Our group had to wait and wait and wait to get her attention to order. There were no patrons inside besides our party of 5. She served 2 drinks and gave no change taking large bills. Another group of people entered the establishment and all of the sudden we didnt exist anymore. money was taken, put on top of the register and she walked away to hangout with a younger rowdier group patrons. Time went by, with no acknowledgement although sitting right infront of the bar rail patiently waiting. During this time she stumbled over her own feet, almost knocked over 2 stacks of pint glasses and acted as someone you would cross the street to avoid. After expressing frustration with service she told us to get out(explicitly) and bragged that she has drowned a cat with her bare hands. A disgusting experience. Hope shes not there if you choose to attend ronnies local. read more

Great little stop along Kensington Market for a quick brew and restroom break. Service is excellent at the bar. Facility is old but decent. Only drinks and beer served. They sell local merchandise in case you want some local merch. But this is really a beer stop and a great one at that. Friendly faces and such. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did! read more

Ronnie's Local 069 - Enjoying a beer with the queen - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Great dive bar in the Kensington Market area of Toronto. Dive bar with a hipster (in a good way) vibe. Everyone in your group will agree on loving this place if you stop in (best for a quick drink)! read more

Not many dive bars these days. Definitely not very clean, but a good local spot. Dim and crammed inside, popular patio out front. read more

Ronnie's Local 069 - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Having visited Ronnie's a total of 4 times, I believe it's now time for a review. First, to summarize: - At my 1st visit, I was on their patio with a dining out social Group; I had 2 bottles of Moosehead to drink. - At my 2nd visit, I was on their patio with 2 friends; I had Blood Brothers' Brett IPA to drink. - At my 3rd visit, I was inside with another dining out social Group; I had Blood Brothers' Shumei to drink. - At my 4th visit, I was inside with a 'Downtown cool bars' social Group; I had O'Hara's Irish Stout to drink. I've quite enjoyed all 4 of my visits to the venue. The service is quite prompt and the venue, while pretty small inside, is supplemented by their not too small front patio, which is almost always packed on a nice day. Considering that it's in Kensington Market, it's not an upscale venue but does have quite a bit of character. They have a really great beer selection and they are one of those venues which allows you to bring in outside food - in fact, The Grilled Cheese, another venue across the street, used to (and maybe still does) allow patrons to order take-out from them and they will actually deliver your order to you at Ronnie's. It can get loud inside due to the size of the venue, the no. of patrons inside and the volume/type of music playing but it does tend to draw a younger clientele which generally doesn't mind the volume level. If you're looking for a quality drinking establishment in the neighbourhood, I would definitely recommend giving this place a try. read more

A place to go for a drink and chat .It attracted more people who were out for similar reasons haha such authentic charm .

Terribly rude. We arrived late. Another customer advised that they were still open and the server/ bartender seemed offended by someone speaking on his behalf. He then refused to further serve that customer and only offered "simple" drinks or beers. The energy was not good. We left. 8 customers. read more

If you plan on sitting on the patio, don't bother showing up. It's always full and these squatters never leave. Bar staff hate their jobs. Beers are decent but don't bother walking inside because you'll only breathe in that musty carpet odour. There's never any live music or food served. Oh, and the music is sh!t. Forget about Ronnies. There are tons of better bars in Kensington. A dump of a bar complete with crappy seating. Head to the hidden Cold Tea instead. read more

Jesus. What a dive. And, what a dive. Cash only. Service? Not so much. Beers? Good, cold draught and bottle options. Patio? Summer time sunny. Grab your friends who are up for a 5 pm beer and conversation. This place will NEVER appear in Toronto Life. So what. Neither will you. Come and soak up the sun. The beer is cold, the place is cozy. Love it. read more

Just like Evelyn A., I don:t really like Ronnies but somehow I keep coming back. Some of my friends , old Toronto hands all, keep coming back. Who knows what drives them. The nostalgia for a time when Kensington Hipsterdom wasn't played out and having Delirium Tremens was a big selling point. Who knows? In any case I've logged my fair share of hours here. My favourite night was when the bartender decided to play Norwegian Black Metal and my friend accused someone of stealing her purse. The music is always loud, the service spotty and the locals unfriendly. But if that's your scene just embrace it! read more

Mannnnnn hold up! All the way from Texas to Canada i give this plave a 5! Victoria the owner was so nice and the people oh the people will make me come back over and over again. I love this place, great selection of beer and good people. Please go! read more

Dive bar. Go if you like dive bars. Patio is amazing in the summer. Inside is cozy in the winter. read more

It's alright - open late every night. Very typical dive bar. Two stars because drinks are nothing special, and service in non-existent. I've walked in before not knowing where to sit or if I would be told whether or not I could sit anywhere, and no employees looked in our direction. But - it's a dive bar. Feels like a place full of regulars and Kensington Market residents. Also, remember: cash only! read more

Great dive bar. Love this place . It's a classic . No Wi-Fi but good company instead . Everything is really worn out and what not. The perfect dive. read more

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Low key, chill, great patio to hang out until late to enjoy some beers :). Inside is small, dark, and charming with an old timely feel. It's actually not just like a run down dive bar but has a cozy, antique, and familiar vibe. There are no servers, just go order your beers from the bar. There is a good selection of beer and hard liquor but limited mixers for cocktails. Wine consists of a red and a white. They don't serve food but feel free to order your own from elsewhere and eat it with your beers. The burger place from across the street will bring you your burgers. CASH ONLY. There is an atm on site but will charge 3$ service fee. read more

The Service was TERRIBLE! The 3 douchebag dudes who were "running the show" aka-constantly on smoke breaks and on their phones and only addressing each other. Both my bf and I had to beg for their service and they made it very clear they were to busy socializing and smoking (with each other) and we were interrupting them. Will NEVER return read more

This place just didn't do it for me, i don't mind divey type bars that have good service and a bit of heart and character, but this place was none of those things, surly disinterested lazy staff, that i'm sure have no idea what a smile is even if someone drew one on their face, they really seem to hate their jobs. Which is too bad because with some caring friendly staff, this small and dingy place that looks like it's never been cleaned once, could have enough character to be a great bar. But again it has none of those things and the place just seemed like a lame wannabe hipster hangout. read more

Reasonable prices and genuine dive bar feel are offset by the poor service. Though I suspect the regulars will disagree and perhaps it takes being a regular to get the service. read more

Awful service from especially rude staff. Very dirty and dark inside. The only good experience was sitting on the patio.

Here in San Francisco... there's a known quantity in the bar & restaurant industry known as "oh, that's a Bourdain spot." Meaning: watch the shit out for the hoards of people -- and when we mean people we mean the opposite of the regular clientele. Meaning: the original, authentic experience is slightly askew. It might not necessarily take away from a given spot, but things have changed. Example: Toronado in SF. Mainly surly old bastards that love their beer amongst a chill neighborhood crowd who enjoys drinking the best beer at 1230pm. Now, those wonderful mixed nuts with guys with parts and sweaters around their neck. Or people that take photos of the beer board before they order their beer or realize it's cash only. Having said all of that rant... I was really worried my Ronnie's experience would not be what it was pre-Bourdain, as it was featured on his Layover: Tarana episode. However... I think I hit the right timing as I was there just about six weeks after airtime so the travel plans haven't been arranged yet... also maybe Bourdain's Layover isn't as big as his original series. At any rate, this was a real cracker of a time. It's what I wanted, and there were plenty of seats -- especially in that back room of hodgepodge chairs with that crazy mural of a beast staring at me. Plus, a lovely surprise of ample outlets back there for phone life saving. "What's your cheapest beer, Ronnie?" "Well, six bucks. They're all six bucks." Delerium Tremens it is, young man. This is one charming place if you're into dimly lit, mildly dive-y, leave you be bars that might be playing incredibly loud TV on the Radio. I'd imagine that even without Bourdain the patio out front in the warmer months is packed. I'll take the back room then. Give me a round, a four top with three others, and we'll come to new conclusions about ourselves, like... we fucking adore coat racks at bars. POST HOLY FELICIA HUXTIBLE SCRIPTUS: I just read in a three year old review from Kat F that you, Ronnie, held a Cosby night!? Where sweaters adorned earned treats or you had them at the ready for people!? With Jell-O Shots. WHAT! Ronnie, I'm returning in exactly a month from today, and I'll be returning in Cosby garb. read more

Man. Nothing good ever happens at Ronnie's, and I continue to go back. Furthermore, I suggest it as a meeting spot for drinks often. I inflict Ronnie's on myself. Le why? Well the staff is quick and surly. The beer list is boss and and the patio is perfect for people creeping in the summer. I don't think they serve food? And even if they did I probably wouldn't order it. Recently I've come to terms with my dirty hipster ways, so I'm going to go ahead and say this place is for me. A coworker once said that they pictured me in dive bars in Kensington and I scoffed. They were right. I'm often here. It was a lie scoff. PEPPER POINTS: For their cozy back room. Makes me want to sit on the same side of the booth with someone and slug beer. PEPPER PISSED: Gross public bathrooms... super gross. But! I do appreciate that the toilets are on the main floor. I hate rape dungeons... I digress. read more

Came into this rundown bar not expecting much. Was greated by a nice bartender and purchased a round of drinks. As he poured some draught I asked a female behind the bar if they had any food options. She immediately snapped at me stating that it was a bar. Why the fuck would they have food. Which is illegal. this tall woman with the head of hedgehog and a personality of a rattlesnake. She clearly has no idea how to talk to people or run a business. Don't expect this place to be around for much longer read more

Ronnie's Local 069 - A patio that homeless people wouldn't find fit to defecate on. - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Overrated. Maybe I just don't get it. I do enjoy divey bars, such as the places on ossington, leslieville and junction. I do not think this is the best patio- not even close. The bar is small and divey. Basic stuff here only behind the bar. it's small so be prepared to be bumped into once in a while if you\re sitting in the front room. oh are you ordering Whiskey ginger? sorry No jamiesons. bartender told me "They don't take credit card or debit. And the ATM machine may or may not work at times." Thanks bartender. You are so cool and helpful. ps: Washrooms are gross. read more

VIBE Dirty Hipster. You have reached the metaphoric holy grail if you are able to snag a seat on the patio. Oh, and service? There is none. You'll have to go to the bar to get that. Menus? What? You think this bar is actually an ESTABLISHMENT? Your typical dive bar, basically. I DRANK Heinken? Nope. Corona? Nope. But Fruli? Yes, they have strawberry beer on the scant menu. And Labatt 50. That's all I remember. OBLIGATORY CATCHY REMARK You've reached dive bar status when you can get the grilled cheese sandwich place across the street to deliver to you. Get drunk and served delicious grilled cheese? Legen---wait for it---dary. read more

Stumbling in on a cold Sunday night, I found myself in a crowd of friendly strangers and fellow socialites. It's dim and dingy like what a dive should be, but clean, not questionable or health hazardous. It was packed in front, so I shimmied my way to the back where it was virtually empty. Ronnie's is a small place and I can imagine it being quite friendly on a Friday or Saturday night. However, I was there on a Sunday winter night... I think I'll have to revisit soon. Btw, they do not serve PBR here. I thought it was a fail safe beer to order but apparently I was completely and utterly wrong. read more

Although I've sat on the patio many a time during the summer, I finally saw the interior of Ronnie's today, when trying to get out of the freezing cold streets of pedistrian Sunday in Kensington. I kind of like it! Sure, it's divey, but it's not THAT divey. And yes, the clientele have their own style going on but I wouldn't call them hipsters. At least, not nearly as hipster as those eejits who hang out on the Ossington strip. I didn't stop a single raper moustache in the whole place. In fact, I found it quite warm and cosy inside. Exactly what I wanted to escape the god awful freezing Halloween weather. read more

A great patio, you can bring your own food (namely, your order from The Grilled Cheese delivered to your table), cool vibe and respectable variety of beers on tap. Interesting people all over the place. Awesome bar for people watching. Here's a tip: patio spots are hard to get, but sit inside and keep an eye out. Once a table vacates, you have to pounce on it. It's a hipster bar that doesn't make you feel self conscious if you aren't a hipster. But don't wear a suit. C'mon, you got to meet these people half way. read more

Very low douche ratio here. Punk, brews, patio... What else do you want? This joint delivers...and in the summer the patio is the go to theatre spectacle of life in Kensington. Beer selection is solid and prices are civilized. Bathrooms could use some TLC. read more

I went here with a bunch of friends hoping to enjoy the last warm days of the season. Well little did I know that this was an S&M place. One of the servers (that was off-duty) was basically being assaulted by the 'owner" (so I was told). When I questioned the abusive behaviour, I was shown the door. I was there with five other people (my closest friends) and we were all shown the door. The so called "owner" took my beer from my hand and asked my group to leave. When I asked her why she was doing that the said "you've had too much to drink!". I guess that line is generic and is used in all occasions when the "bar" is challenged. Bottom line is....DON'T GO THERE. Unless you are into S&M and like being abused by the "owner" when you are paying cash (oh and they don't take debit or credit card btw. I am writing to CRA about that") There are so many friendly & hospitable places in Kensington....please do yourself a favour and DON'T GO HERE! Also, what a dungeon inside! SAD! But I guess if you're into bondage...you'll be right at home! Yikes! read more

Great patio for people watching in summer and noshing on yummy kung fu dogs. Craft beer and local ciders. Friendly and fun clientele.

Food: None served, but you can bring your own food! Service: Nonexistent besides the bartenders which seem to be on top of their game! Atmosphere: A I don't know what it is about this place but this a good place for socializing. I especially like the little isolated room at the back with the dim lighting and loud music. Prices: A- They have a good variety of beers on tap and for reasonable prices. Recommended?: Yes! 3.5 stars (Yelp needs to have 3.5 stars option) read more

I don't get this place. It might be too cool for me I suppose. When I arrived I was told I couldn't go in because the patio was at capacity. Despite the empty seats (and it being a patio...) it was at capacity. My friend who was already there convinced the door guy that we would go inside so I was allowed in. Once inside we had tequila shots. It was $6 for a shot of budget tequila. That's too much for my taste when it can be found for $4 elsewhere in the area. I had some raspberry wheatbeer that was on tap. It was around $6 too which was a bit more reasonable. The place is tiny. Being a large fellow I was constantly bowling people over. Oops. Sorry kids. The place was packed and not air conditioned. The washroom was disgusting. For a place with $6 tequila and murals painted on the walls you'd think they might change the garbage can before it puked it's contents across the floor. Apparently not. Anyway, I've giving two stars because I think it would be cute in the daylight and the beer was tasty. Sadly, I don't think I'll go back. read more

If you're looking for a cool and unique place to grab a drink, go to Ronnie's. The rustic look and rock music that plays may turn you off at first, but it's a real experience. The patio is intimate and cozy, with great sun exposure. The inside at night is actually rather nice, candles are lit and it transforms into a completely different place. I love beer, all beer, and Ronnie's has a wonderful selection of beers that I had never tried before. The staff isn't overly friendly, but it goes well with the atmosphere of the place. I would recommend Ronnie's for anyone looking for something new and interesting. Definitely not a first date kind of place, but the perfect spot to go with your buddies for a good time. read more

Diminutive bar with a patio to match in Kensington Market. If I understand correctly, a requisite amount of coolness is required to imbibe at Ronnie's. (And possibly a union card.) I lack both, but enjoyed myself anyway. Didn't get much service on the patio, so I had to -- horror of horrors -- get up and fetch my own drink. Other than the pfft-whatever service, it's a reasonable place for a pint. Obligatory Title Pun: Just picture me standing on a table top with a sign that says: UNION. Menu Readability: Didn't see a menu. The brews are listed at the bar, inside. Need to mention: I hear there is a back patio. I should give it a try. What this place teaches me about myself: I am a sucker for the number soixante-neuf. read more

Ronnie's is a "real gem", as my Dad would say. It's about the size of a bachelor apartment and is decorated in late hipster (complete with the deer mural in the back room available online for $75. I hear it's discontinued so act fast!). The crowd is from all over and are generally friendly types who will share one of the picnic tables on the big front patio and get into a conversation about anything. Beware of the Delirium Tremens (literally translated it means dt's) - it'll knock you on your ass. Go for the more civilized Stratford Pilsner - one of the very best in Ontario and not widely available at most bars. The staff have a reputation for being hard to get a hold of, but I've never experienced anything but friendly service and have never found myself drinkless for long. All in all a classic dive bar. Definitely a place to bring your out-of-town friends to show that you've learned to navigate the big smoke. Note: Patio only is wheelchair accessible. Like the other reviews say - there is indeed a back patio but it's nothing to write home about. read more

If you see a spot on the patio, snag it NOW and Call me! The sun hits the front just right, but even at night the patio is a hit. One of the few nightlife, but kinda kid-friendly places in the Market. And yes you can order a grilled cheese for 'delivery'. The inside isn't really worth a visit, so go to the restroom before you head out. read more

Small, intimate and punk as heck. Make sure you leave any pretension at the door. Ronnie's is one of my favourite bars in Toronto. They always have good beer, the staff is real chill and everyone is welcome here. Perfect for an afternoon beer with good friends and they have tones of other liquor selections too if the yeast isn't your thing. Cheers to the dude who decided to show me a video of some UFC chick getting her arm broken (this is not a regular thing I imagine so don't expect it if you're into that.) read more

Arrived here good and drunk in the early morning hours. Inside was dark, I know that much and the music was harsh and loud. +1. We managed to get a much coveted table on the patio were I continued my journey to awfulhangoverland. All I know is it was dark inside, they serve beer and they have a patio. The end. read more

A fine spot to enjoy a night of quality pints. The patio is high energy and be prepared to meet new people. It's not a place to pretend you are reading a book. It gets loud inside and out. The Stratford Pilsner is fantastic and priced well. Great place to drink on a hot summer night, lots of energy in the area. read more