A remarkably disciplined, low-frequency sanctuary hidden perfectly in plain sight. In an urban…read moreentertainment landscape heavily oversaturated with loud, chaotic lifestyle concepts and aggressive interior aesthetics designed solely for social media distribution, this back-room space functions as an exceptional, quiet baseline for focused appreciation. The structural layout is deeply intentional - the transition from the clean art gallery facade into the dim, acoustically dampened rear space completely recalibrates your sensory input. Logistically, their execution behind the bar is flawless. The drink profiles are balanced with rigorous technical precision; ice clarity is immaculate, and the temperature parameters of the build are respected to ensure the structural profile of the single-malt base is never diluted or chemically shocked. The individuals operating the floor demonstrate genuine modesty, absolute trade intelligence & a rare, high-level respect for client boundaries. They handle service with fluid efficiency, completely avoiding superficial small talk or intrusive pacing metrics. A highly reliable, zero-friction anchor for anyone who demands pure, uncompromised craft, absolute privacy & quiet mental focus. A masterclass in structural restraint.

I'd been hearing a lot about Cry Baby Gallery and how it was one of the best bars in the city, so I…read morewas obviously intrigued. Plus the fact that it's a speakeasy? Color me fascinated! So when we found ourselves out and about and in the Dundas West area, I figured it was the perfect time to pop in. I do love the fact that there's no indication it's a bar on the outside. Looking in, you see a small but cool-looking gallery that may or may not be open. Once you walk in, though, you find yourself confronted with a curtain that leads to a friggin' awesome, super cool bar. We poked our heads in and the two bartenders waved us in. We snagged a couple of spots at the bar and were presented with very cool, very hip menus. I wound up trying a couple of drinks, the French Braids ("Calvados, Del Maguey Vida, Averna, Madeira, French Vermouth, Thyme") and The Zombie ("Cry Baby Rum Blend, Cointreau, Pineapple, Lime, Pimento, Falernum, Sorrel"), and they were both amazing. I'd had cocktails in a similar vein before, but both these concoctions were so far beyond any I'd had in terms of flavors and complexity that I was knocked flat on my butt. I can see why this joint is consistently referred to as one of the top cocktail bars in Toronto. So yeah, Cry Baby Gallery instantly jumps to the top of my list of the GTA's very best bars. It's terrific.

Junction Flea Market now expanding even beyond the Summer months... But during the harsh winter…read moreseason, it had moved inside to The Great Hall on Queen St West. $5 admission can make or break the deal, at least for me. Decent to wander around, Most of the stalls are selling antique and reused items. If you are looking for used loathing's, furniture, keepsakes maybe this is for you. I was a little disappointed because there were only a handful of vendors and I was expecting a lot more! There were a few food vendors including Manual Labour Coffee for some pour over coffee, FeasT.O for dumplings and Ramen.. I might wait till the weather is nice and warm again visiting the outdoor market instead.

.@junctionflea This was fun! I might not go every weekend, but definitely something to look forward…read moreto on a lazy Sunday morning. If you enjoy outdoor festivals and looking at unique things, take a gander at the flea market once a month. For a $2 admission, the parking lot is filled with stalls of different vintage and antique dealers, among them some artists. Some things seemed very over priced, but others quite reasonable. A lot of the things I over heard was, "omg I used to have that!" Or "My mom has something like that", while they kept walking. Although a lot of people keep walking just looking at the novelties, if you're looking for something specific like a decorative piece, an old toy reminding you of your childhood, or some vintage clothes or cooking equipment, you'll find it here. Best part (and the only reason I think my husband in enjoys this with me) is the beer and munchies they sell. There's a beer stall, tacos, homemade popsicles and a coffee trailer. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!

Great space but difficult to get parking nearby. Probably better to take the bus. Cafe on upper…read morefloor but I attended a cooking class on lower level. Large, open and universal washrooms on lower lever, but gender identified washrooms upstairs. Sign in washroom says you can ask for condoms, needles, toothbrush, etc with no judgement. Seems like a safe and accepting space.

Artscape offers a vaiety of services, spaces, and things to see and do…read more In the main floor (1/2 a flight upstairs) there is a café with tasty snacks and coffee. For those with kids, the Ontario Early Years Centre, Children's Montrose Children's Place, is located in the basement. Stroller parking can be found behind the wheelchair ramp, but it's not covered, so bring the rain cover on rainy days. The CMCP helped me get through the first 1-2 years of having twins. They'd watch the babes roll around and play with toys while I got to have adult conversation and free snacks and coffee. At holidays, there are special events here. Also, I have attended a number of private lessons/classes held in their rooms for rent. Ballet for kids- so cute! This place gives the Ossington and Trinity-Bellwoods community another spot to come together and support each other in arts, child-rearing, and socializing.

It's an old Buddhist temple turned into an event space…read more That alone should tell you how cool it is. There are several rooms here, the centerpiece is the great hall... a wonderfully large room with a stage that's outstanding for theater troupes, lectures or large meetings. With it's massive space, interesting acoustics and good sight-lines, there's also the obvious... you could throw a killer party in here. There are other rooms on the main floor. It's a surprisingly good floor-plan for both separation of space and ease of use. Downstairs there are several breakout rooms, classrooms and a giant kitchen. The rumour is that the actual piano that Oscar Petersen learned on in Montreal is sitting detuned in the back of the main stage. Avant-garde groups in the city have been onto this place for a year. It's been rented for everything from conferences and showcases to math-groups and chess clubs. They'll work with you to arrange liquor permits, and are incredibly cool to partner with.

Super cool venue space that I had the privilege of visiting again last night when Great Lakes…read moreBrewery hosted their celebratory party for being Canada's top brewery of the year for a second year in a row (2013-2014). Located just a hop, skip or a stumble away from the Bathurst Subway station, an in an area with more than adequate street parking (within certain hours), 918 is a hidden event venue gem that you actually might mistake as a church - and you'd be right one bc this little beauty used to be a Buddhist temple! The aesthetic is a tad dated in some spots but you can tell they're working hard at modernizing the place more and more while retaining the original charm of the venue. The secondary room and basement are brand new, while the entrance way and the main "ball room" look more original. What I love about this spot? It's the perfect raw space, and you could literally plan anything from a wedding, gala, or trade show to even a concert or speaking engagement here. It's got that look that's the right fit for just about anything - just need to use your imagination!

it's legitimate atmosphere something that you can really appreciate if you ever travel to Chicago.read more

Been coming here for around 20 years. The Main Ingredient, Dj Starting from Scratch, Back in tha…read moreDay, Break for Love, Sky's the Limit Charity events, off the top of my head. Chances are if you are reading this you have looked at an event and want to see what this place is all about. Solid classy place. Not your typical nightclub. Bouncers are cool. Front doors are welcoming. Staff is good. Owner has done a great job overall in keeping good events that attract the right crowds coming here. See an event you like, go freely and most of all Enjoy! Great spot!

Attended the Jesse Gold event here and it was a fun night. The space is large and it was packed…read morewith people. That said, I was sweating the whole time and it felt like the AC wasn't really working (They need more of them or need to upgrade existing ones). Also, they only had two bars open: one with two bartenders and the other with just one, which really wasn't enough for the size of the crowd. They definitely need more bartenders for events like this. Other than that, everything else was great.

I have mixed feelings about this place. It's an old hall built in 1890 and they now host…read moreCandlelight Concerts. About the hall, it is VERY cold, we were freezing there despite wearing jackets. Plastic folding chairs they use for seating are of the cheapest kind and extremely uncomfortable, especially if you are a bit on the plus side. Now about the candlelight performance, well, for $55-$65 ticket price, you get an hour of listening to a mediocre quartet playing popular classics and watching dilettante "ballet dancers" who made the performance feel more like a farce. I am adding an extra star here as a credit to the musicians who continued playing despite the loud rock music coming from the bar next door. Tchaikovsky doesn't really go well when mixed with Megadeth... Will I ever go to Candlelight concerts? Certainly not, it is a rip off and a parody of the real ballet.

I came for a cabaret show with my partner and had a great night out! There were seats in front of…read morethe stage and high tops on the main and upper levels. There were alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks available. Accessibility: Elevator on-site and gender-neutral restrooms (with urinal and without urinal). Paid street parking is available and close to subway stations.

We went to the Disco night on Friday assuming we would hear Disco music however, the DJ must not…read morehave read the memo as, they played about 45 minutes of Abby and then really bad house music. When members of our party continued requesting Disco music (Donna Summers, Bee gees), the DJ would either totally ignore us or looked at us like we had 2 heads and then advised "I cannot get connected" and proceeded to show us her computer screen and play again, very bad house music. The venue was great and all other staff were AMAZING, just would not go to another so called disco night there.

What an incredible MCM building in a beautiful setting at the mouth of the credit river…read more A beautiful warm welcoming large main room includes a snooker table, 2 pool tables lots of windows and a fantastic patio overlooking the river. They are chock full of fun events and open to the public to share in the joy of good times. Just a block north of the lighthouse. Lots of free parking. Make some more friends! Join the Legion.

What needs to be said about this great little Legion Hall, besides terrific prices on draft and…read morebottled beer, lots of friendly people, and a great patio on a primo slice of Real Estate overlooking the credit River, virtually next door to the Rowing Club. Unfortunately, they don't usually serve a ridiculously cheap lunch, like many Legion Halls do, unless there's a special event. HOWEVER, what they DO have is a Saturday Afternoon Jam, every Saturday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. with solid little Mississauga band "Redder", and your chance to bring your instrument and hop up on stage to perform, and possibly be the next Mississauge Idol! OK, that's not a thing, but you will at least get a nice round of applause from all the friendly enthusiastic Legion members ;) The beer is cheap, the music is good, and the patio is open. What more could you ask for? You need to join the legion!