Alright comrades, this bar happens to be one of many close to home, and really does have a crazy extensive laundry list of drinks and cocktails that are very good. It's practically the only bar in Riverside that can qualify as a hipster joint. Maybe once in a blue moon I will stop in here, and take in the dark atmosphere of something between a 1920s speakeasy and a Commie-themed gentlemen's den, cluttered with what surely must be a collection of flea market finds that will make a vintage home decorator drool. Maybe you'll also enjoy the many different mix of tables and seats to choose from to annex for a couple hours with a comrade or two. And then one day... it actually occurred to me to eat something from this place. The Comrade features a small menu of oysters, comfort grub, and food a friend describes as "Asian-condiment-enlightened hipster food". Like for example their Comrade Burger. That stuff is made with hoisin sause and sriracha mayo. As someone who grew up adding sriracha to everything long before the white man discovered it, I am not sure what to make of 'sriracha mayo'. I found the combination of the burger's condiments to be a sweet, lightly spicy, juicy mix akin to barbeque sauce. The burger itself though was about the size of a stack of Eggo waffles, and comes with a side of chips. By 'chips', I don't mean the fish-and-chips kind--what they'll give you will knock your socks off. It will be the most hilariously surprising thing you will have ordered from a food-serving establishment all month... and I can't believe you or I paid $10 for it. I think they need to step up in the food department (especially if their similarly-themed sibling bar Goods and Provisions a few blocks way further east makes better food). But you can count on the staff here on being chill. read more

Brilliant! Went on a Friday night for a casual pint with a friend and zero expectations... walked away with a new favorite T.O. bar! The staff were AMAZING - sat at the bar and watched the detail that went into making every drink (seriously!!). Lots of good looking people, friendly atmosphere and killer tunes! A must if ur in the east end... but get there early if you want a seat. read more

Great spot! I love the extensive drink menu and their food was great. I ordered the rice bowl, which was spicier than I expected (I have a somewhat low tolerance for spice) but I actually ended up finishing the whole bowl despite that - it was quite good. The place is a bit dark and the music they play might be a bit too loud for some (but not loud enough that you can't hear the conversations at your table), but it didn't bother me at all (I actually liked it ) As for the service: no complaints - they've been pretty friendly, accommodating and helpful (especially during busy nights). Will definitely be back. Note: if you are planning to go with a group of people, I'd call in advance as they don't seem to have that much space to accommodate large groups. read more

We had a really nice time there New Years. But someone in the club stole the belt off my coat. I had my coat on and done up when I got there and coat was on stool next to me. But no belt when I left nor in lost and found. I don't know if clientele or others stole it. But you don't want to get drunk in this place. You need to be aware at all times. Too bad as we would have made it a regular spot as we are new in the neighbourhood. read more

We all go to bars, and then forget about them. Or remember things like: "I hate it when the girls dis me" . Kidding. So, my nights at The Comrade haven't left me with a depth of detail ...that the Yelp community can use...it's a nice place to hang out...inexpensive and fun. read more

The Comrade serves the best cocktails I've had. And I've been lots of places. Their freshest most delicious (to me) is the one with cucumber and gin (can't remember the name now). There is a slice of cucumber wrapped inside the glass so it's pretty and i always end up eating it, which is the perfect finish. And then I ask for another one. Extensive list of bourbon and whiskey as well which suits my man just fine. But their best seller must be their hot dog. It's pretty incredible. We went pretty late on a Friday once and ordered two of those. The kitchen was almost closed and we waited for 30 minutes but still no hot dogs. The waitress realized they forgot and ran to the kitchen to see if someone could still make them for us. Not only did we get them, but they gave them to us for free to apologize for the wait. Customer service doesn't get better then that. Overall, fantastic cocktails, good food and great staff. Definitely a fan. read more

Cool vibe, slow service, won't return. Took 20 minutes to place our drink orders and shortly afterwards we were asked to switch tables (we were a party of 4 at a table for 6). 30 minutes in we finally received our drinks with no acknowledgement of the inconvenience. Cool decor though. read more

Went last night with a bunch of friends for a few Friday night drinks. Tip #1: this is not a good place to come with a group. The biggest table can accommodate 6, but they don't take reservations. So we divided up between a few tables, which was totally fine because the place is cozy and we were still pretty close to each other. It is pretty dark inside and it feels more like you are in a living room than communist Russia, but I really enjoyed it nonetheless. They have a long beer, whiskey and bourbon list, and a ton of speciality cocktails. Be warned....don't come here if you are hungry. We spent a lot of time online looking for their website to see if they have food. They do, but only charcuterie plates. They looked tasty, but we wanted an actual meal. The service was friendly and pretty good, considering that it was super busy by the time we left. All of the tables at the front and their bar seats were spoken for. They had a big room at the back that you could reserve. I made a mental note of this for my next birthday as it looked like the perfect spot: lots of seating, quiet enough to talk, but you didn't feel like you were locked away in some room. Also, the music is AMAZING, if you are into old-school Britpop, Motown and other random and awesome stuff. read more

Great hip place for happy hour or an intimate date setting. The cocktails are well made and the burger is out of this world!

The Comrade is one of the neatest neighbourhood lounges I have come across as of late. It's dark. It's a little mysterious. It's perfect for handing out with friends over drinks. The place is filled with plush chairs and feels like there are lots of nooks and crannies to sink into. During the summer they open the large front windows and let the street life flow in. Service is great with a no pressure attitude. The have a wide variety of beers and bevvies to choose from. Lots of unique options you don't find in your everyday bar. read more

This place is an amazing cocktail place on Queen East. The Gilded Radner is by far one of my favourite drinks, and as amazing as their cocktail menu is - I find it impossible to order anything else. :) The ambiance is delightful, the food is great, (I love the Ceviche!), and the staff is friendly and welcoming. An amazing date spot - albeit a little loud at times, but I can honestly say I've never had a bad experience here. :) read more

Love it here! It's where I discovered Fruli! The drinks are great, and decor is fab - and everyone must try one of their cheese trays (they have a little something for everyone) read more

Sean will take care of you. Buttered kimchi rocks. Love the interior decor. I will be back! read more

The Comrade - Lounges Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The best burger in the entire city! Trust me on this! I am a burger fanatic who has tried every amazing burger in the city (all the BLOGTO lists, top reviewed burger rankings, etc.) and this burger is the best of them all. Unbelievable texture and heat from the meat which melts in your mouth as you bite in. Amazing, simple toppings like incredible melted cheese and caramelized onions along with a fantastic bun make this the perfect burger. I legitimately get 2 every time I go because they don't come with fries.... and believe me... this is just fine Also, their other dishes are fantastic. The shishito peppers, tuna tostadas and chef's boards are all amazing and must orders! Great drink selection as well. While the burger may be the star here, there are plenty of good options for everyone! You must go!! Only trick: No reservations so if going, try and get there earlier (6 ish) to avoid a wait! read more

C is for Comrade, which is good enough for me. This might come into your head as you pass the big C outside the draped windows of The Comrade on queen street. this place is soooo snazzy. the walls are bare brick, the ceilings are high, and all the furniture is so nice you might feel like abandoning your own home to live here. the chairs are big and cushiony, the tables low in between them and the distance between you and your drinking partner is perhaps a little more widespread than is conducive to easy conversation. If you hang out in the back room, which seems to be the smooching, get cozy room, youll have more than enough couch and rug space to keep the mood cuddly. Now, me, i like to sit at the bar mostly, because i can sample all their exciting beer and drink choices. my new favorite is the "dead guy" beer from oregon - yes i tried it because of the name, but i have since ordered more of them so take that. and one of the owners, has a signature drink whose name i cant remember currently, but it is a very festive, sweet combo cocktail. They do have food there, which i havent tried, (its more of a bar than a restaurant) but from talking with one of the owners, im pretty sure that its little gourmet treats that are fresh and delicious. read more

VIBE Dark. Slick looking from the outside but not as intimidating on the inside. Young professionals who just want a local to hang. Used to be interior-design focused but doesn't seem as much anymore. Everything is black. Service is quite lovely. I DRANK/ATE A hot toddy because I was hacking up a lung. They asked me for tea and I found it was $4 for a bag. The waitress heard our vocal scoffing so she comped me for it. Kudos to her! I love their nibbles menu and had some kettle chips with onion dip. It's a bit pricey for what it is but if you want a snack, it works. They have an extensive list of beers and wines. Your servers can guide you through this. OBLIGATORY CATCHY REMARK A great place for comraderie. Cue drum symbols. In comparison I do think the Avro has a bit more character. But for a catch up with friends or a one on one, this place is solid. If on a bar crawl, a good place to start the night. read more

I booked the back room for a party (minimum 25 people) and had an excellent time at The Comrade. When we were first told that there was no wait service I was a little worried, but the bar is small enough that there is never a long line to wait for a drink and they were happy to start tabs with anyone. The beer list is fantastic. The cocktails are solid. And I've been told the wine list isn't anything to sneeze at either. The vibe is very easy and fun, but definitely more of a place to hang out with your friends than to meet new ones. The back room is like the rec room of an older Russian man who likes to travel and has seen the world. There are several different benches and chairs so that your party can separate into easily digestible groups. It's also wide open so that everyone can easily mix into the hallway and towards the bar. The rest of the bar is also elegantly designed. The tin ceiling, a brick wall behind the bar, and an assortment of Communist propaganda posters on the walls. If I lived in the east end I feel like I would be a Comrade regular. read more

I stumbled upon this place because we passed on the (current) smelliness and dumpiness of neighbouring Rasputin vodka bar. This is a really good place. Atmosphere and ambience were great. It's not too busy there and the douchebaggy patronage seems to be at a surprising minimum. Maybe it was the day. Anywho, they have a nice booze portfolio overall. Interesting cocktail menu, (a la cocktail bar - and basically just as good). Concise but impressive scotch menu (my friend is an aficionado and was impressed with a japanese one they had), and pretty good beer selection too. The food was pretty good too, of what I tried. Assortments of gourmet-esque takes on various street and pub food. I'll come back here. read more

This place is GREAT. Super cosy interior, great lay out. Would be awesome to rent out. MAC and CHEESE was on point. Good drinks menu and bourbon selection. Service was impeccable! Will be coming back. read more

Went here with a friend Evelyn W to try the poutine but they had hotdogs on the menu and when a place has hot dogs on the menu I don't try and fight it. They were both delish but the Korean style one wasn't my fave but still wouldn't kick it out of a BBQ bed....or any bed for that matter. Bonus points for having chess sets at the back of the place...CHESS! read more

Jess is amazing on bar! Very accommodating! With flavours and needs in s cocktail So amazing at her craft read more

Great neighbourhood lounge, mainly serving beer but has selecion of wine and cocktails ranging from 8-10$ a drink. Fast service and great atmosphere, except they turned up the music as the crowd increased, making it harder to chat with friends. read more

I went to the Conrad for being told that at the best burger in Toronto although the burger was delicious, and you can tell the quality of the meat was there. However I would definitely say the sauce on it overwhelmed the meat quite a bit read more

We really enjoy the food excellent. The atmosphere is pretty cute.I will definitely go again there with my date Pato.

I like it here. It's expensive, but worth it for a great cocktail. Food servings are on the smaller side. We stumbled in here after our wedding at Ruby Watchco and they served our table of 4 complimentary champagne, which was really nice of them. read more

Great location and atmosphere. The staff was very friendly to the four of us and helped us with any questions and recommendations. The drink menu is fantastic. The beer list itself is reason to go back. We ordered a charcuterie plate and chips. The charcuterie plate could be a little fuller but the items on it were delicious. I had a lot of fun there and am looking forward to going back. read more

Hot damn!!!!! I went in after work, just wanting a burger and beer. I was not expecting the best burger I have ever had. Ever. Hot damn!!!! read more

I no longer frequent this bar. It's a nice place to eat and drink when the music isn't too loud, but it's lost its ambience.

Great bar. Went their last weekend at around 9pm on a Saturday night. We were 4 ppl and had no problem getting a table. We ordered and few drinks and they were all delicious. We then got hungry and decided to order a bunch of food to share. We literally ordered most of the menu. It was delicious !! I would absolutely recommend the charcuterie board and the cevice- they were my favorite. The burger and ribs were also delicious! This place had an excellent atmosphere (not pretentious, very fun). Will definitely be returning in the future ! read more

I'd say this is an amazing place for a leisurely evening with girlfriends over many cocktails, but for our requirements of a quick impromptu dinner it was a bit disappointing. Our party of three arrived looking for a meal after some other neighborhood restaurants were entirely booked out for the evening. The simple menu and dark, eclectic setting enticed us in. We were seated immediately but I got the sense that our server lost interest and effort once we only ordered one alcoholic drink between the three of us (we did specify we were looking for dinner upon arrival) We ordered the ceviche, the burger and the Korean pork belly. All three of us had the same verdict- nice food (although the ceviche was too heavy on the lime) but disappointing portion sizes. Definitely not "dinner" as the menu described, and more like bar snacks. My orange juice was really watery and unenjoyable, boo! I got the sense that the staff wanted us to leave ASAP after we finished our meals because we weren't going to rack up a huge tab. I really hope I'm wrong about this as it is a gorgeous place and I will definitely return to try some of their amazing cocktails - but I won't be ordering food next time. read more

What a gem! I'm a big fan of the eastend and this place is awesome. Great music, chill vibe and great crowd. The charcuterie board had wonderful presentation and a great variety of meats and cheeses. It is quite small which is what I love most about it so it is quite intimate but I could see it feeling squishy when it's packed. Drinks deals are standard. Definitely will go back. read more

Prime rib burger was great and the mixed drinks were also spot on. Interesting atmosphere with a bunch the taxidermy and dark lighting. Worth the trip. read more

I love this place. They have delicious comfort food and great beer/cocktail selection. But my only gripe is the music is too loud especially if you are there on a Friday after work, you want to be able to chill and hear what the other person is saying. read more

This gorgeous lounge is owned by former furniture store owners, which explains the eclectic (and gorgeous!) decor. The front and back rooms are the same, yet different, with dim lighting and soft, cushiony couches great for snuggling on or getting comfy with a few of your closest friends. The bar staff are really friendly and their beer selection is far superior to any other establishment in the area. Beware though - you will want to try every drink on the menu and their prices are not conducive to adventurous types. read more

Closed on Sunday??!! How can a bar be closed on Sunday? I was really disappointed as I went one day and they were closed... Boo! read more

Oh, Toronto. The prices of cocktails and beer are getting out of hand. The Comrade has an excellent selection of rare and local beers, and a great selection of cocktails, wines and scotches. The selection isn't the problem, but I take some offence to being charged $6-7 for teeny-weeny bottles of Mill Street beer that for the same price elsewhere you would get a whole pint. That said, the Comrade is a cool space, filled with hip east-enders and has a fun soundtrack for a night of high-end drinking. read more

Wow!! Great service, fantastic atmosphere. Love it! Got to bring my wife for a date night.

Love this place: perfect first date spot, as the lighting is nice and dim and the music isn't blaring so you can actually hear each other talk. Drinks are standard pricing, but I was impressed with the variety of gin they had avail. Being a gin drinker, it's the little things ;) read more

This place is sneaky good. Me and my gf have gone here many times for dinner. Everything on their menu is amazing. It's never a let down when you come here. Meals are always exceptional. And the staff is brilliant. I would def give the burger a shot. It's one of the best burgers in the city, if not the best! Tuna tartare amazing, great salad...the list goes on and on. Literally you cannot go wrong with anything. Did I mention the cocktails? Some of the best cocktails around. Try the "Beck Taxi". My gf loves it!! read more

Our dinner was really good. I had the charcuterie plate and my fiance had the pork belly tacos. I didn't order any cocktails but they had a lot to choose from. It has a very intimate atmosphere, dark and kind of mysterious. I dug it. read more