True Dive Bar. Crowded. Small. No seltzers so bring your beer or liquor choices. Service was amazing. TVS with sports and music was going! read more

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Such as great place to watch hockey, baseball and have a few drinks. This has to be the best dive bar in Ontario.

This place has really good happy hour special. $3.50 beer between 4 to 8 pm. The options for the $3.50 special are a variety of the local Amsterdam beer and Yup beer. The place gets really busy at or after 5pm. It is definitely a great place to chill or meet up with friends. The place isn't big and it is somewhat dark inside. I do highly recommend visiting the place for cheap drinks. Note that there is no table service here. So if you want a seat either at the bar or somewhere it's first come first seat Service was good. read more

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This is a hidden gem in the chinatown area. A small hole in the wall that offers a daily special throughout the week. We came here for cheap drinks and we weren't disappointed. Its a small narrow space, and the patio gets occupied fairly quickly. read more

Wide Open - The bar - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I started a tab at Wide Open three days ago and someone stole my card information. They added it to their Uber account and charged three trips valued at $156.31 to my card. Super gross. Don't start a tab here. read more

Came here on a Saturday night for the $15 pitchers and $5 mixed drinks specials. We came a bit early for drinking so finding a seat and table wasn't a problem for us, but I could tell as the night went on, the place got more crowded. The place is pretty dimly lit but has a cool vibe. I really enjoyed the music they had playing too! The bartender was really nice and gave us a few suggestions for our drinks. Pitchers are equal to roughly 3-4 full glasses. Mixed drinks are pretty decent, not the highest quality of alcohol used, but why do you expect for $5 (or as low as $2.75 on Thursday)? If you feel like drinking early, getting cheap drinks, and listening to great music, this is the right place for you! read more

Wide Open - Tequila orange - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

awful service by the Colombian bartender!!! "The Owner". She was so rude and racist asking for her tips before to serve to me. I told her I'm Canadian citizen and I know my laws what I have to give it to you the 15% or if you serve to me in a good way I'll give you the 30%. she was so rude and told me to get off from my property. I don't recommend this place! read more

Dive bar that I come to get cheap beers. Beware it does get quite humid when it's crowded. It's a very narrow passage, you will have to order your drinks at the front. read more

Wide Open is one of those bars, that despite it's grungy appearance and loud music, you keep coming back to because it's SO CHEAP. There are daily specials EVERY day of the week, so there's always a cheep and cheerful drink to be had. While there is no patio to speak of, during the summer months the doors are open permanently, and if you're lucky you'll get a table close to the front. There's no table service so try to squeeze into a free spot at the bar and get your order in while you can! Rumour has it that the space used to be an alleyway which someone put a roof over. It kind of makes sense since it's super narrow. Their drinks menu is simple - lager or light beer on draft, the usual bar rail and some bottled beer. Outside food is totally cool, and there's always a game on the TVs if the conversation gets boring. A quick summary of their daily specials: Monday: $4 everything Tuesday: $3.50 Amsterdam bottles Wednesday: $4 mixed drinks, $5 pints Thursday: $2.75 drinks 4-8pm Friday/Saturday: $15 pitchers, $5 mixed drinks Sunday: $3.50 rail/domestic bottled beer Everyday: $5 shots of Jim Beam This place is a hidden gem and is worth a visit, just don't expect five star service. The patrons are also an eclectic bunch, pretty much every facet of society, all of whom are there for one reason only - cheap drinks! PS: Avoid the washrooms - totally gross. read more

Wide Open - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Cheap drinks. Good service. Narrow, dark space. Really loud music. Graffiti everywhere. Afraid of the bathroom. read more

Wide Open - This list may or may not be accurate. I know the sign outside usually tells u the specials each day. - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I know why they call this wide open. You see their prices and your eyes goes wide open. They probably have the cheapest drinks around There are no servers here and seats get taken up very quick. On a busy night, it is difficult to order since there are maximum only two bartenders at a time. Space is very small tho, difficult to manspread. If you get triggered easily, this is the place for you #nomanspreadingzone read more

Wide Open - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The drinks here are really cheap! They have daily specials costing about $3-5. The place is dark and very loud and the seats are quite limited. Its a good place to grab drinks with friends if you're a student on a budget. I believe this place is cash only. read more

Wide Open - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The security guard is a really nice guy and the bartenders serve up drinks quick. I would 100% go back if I'm ever in Toronto. I'm from Chicago, IL read more

DIVEUX MAXIMUS. Yeah, this is a dive and a half. I had heard good things about this place and I was thinking of giving it a try, so I went to meet a friend here for a drink and there are two things you must remember: One? Again... yup, this is A dive. Two? Once you are there you will certainly catch the irony in the name. As this place is as narrow as a the world perspective of a fundamental Baptist. Beer is generally cheap, lots of graffiti line the walls, a number of tv's above the bar playing sports but there is not a lot of seating. On that last note, this locale is just so-so and not much different than a place like Sneaky Dee's... except for the lack of space. Yet... could I see this place getting packed? Totally. It has that run down, should-make-you-question-the-hygiene-of-the-joint... Mmm... or that je ne sais quoi that acts like catnip to cats that hipters simply can't say no to. All in all, not a bad place to drop by from time to time if you are meeting a few friends. Just not too many. read more

Wide Open - Quick photo of the dive, but yet still cool Open Wide bar. Great small local spot. Very small... but with cheap booze. - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This is a dive bar! Only come here for cheap drinks in a Cody environment! Do not come here for food/ or clean washrooms/ pick up women/ to be seen drinking a martini! CHEAP drinks that is all! It's very narrow, long bar (one bar) not too many seats and most are repeat customers. This place has some history behind it too, but u got google for that! read more

Wide Open - Friday night - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Service: This is your typical dive bar where there's only one bartender. On a busy night it would be hard trying to get a drink, as everyone crowds around the bar. But the bartender is friendly and welcoming. Ambiance: This bar is super narrow and tight. There are limited seating, and only a small pathway for you to walk through. You have to go early to try to get a spot, or else you'll be standing in that narrow pathway. Drinks: There's only the house brew on tap (Blonde or Ale). It's good, if you are looking for a deal, as it only cost $5 a pint with tax! But beware it maybe accompanied by the worst hangover the morning after. Drink plenty of water! read more

Wide Open - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This place is great for after work drinks. It's location is pretty convenient too. I think Monday's they have drinks at $5 all day and other days they also have cheap drinks promos. It's pretty cheap if you compare with other places in the area. The only problem is that is very small and it gets really busy you either drink standing up or sitting at the bar if you're lucky. read more

I was here in May with a group of family and friends to celebrate an up-coming wedding. This was a great place to start the evening, and for everyone to meet up. Since we brought our own party of over 10 people, we didn't really pay attention to what else was going on in the bar. This is a classic dive bar. No room to move during happy hour, a filthy bathroom (whose walls don't reach the ceiling), and lots of happy drinkers. If you're going for elegance, this is not your place..but if you're looking for good drink specials and a spot to meet up with a group of people, this might be your place. read more

On a balmy summer night, a group of friends and I stumbled into Wide Open and I discovered what was to become one of my favourite little bars in the city. Little is quite the understatement though. Wide open stands wedged between two gigantic, high rise type apartment and commercial buildings in the Queen/Spadina hood. (Think of that one-story home in the middle of the city that refused to sell to a big condo high rise development and looks a little out of place now)... Wide Open is about 50 square feet of fun and awesomeness; a tiny package with a lot to offer! It is a definite come-as-you-are watering hole, fun for a girls night out or a couple of drinks after a long day of work. Saturday night has a great ladies night special; $20 for all you can drink! Wide Open can get pretty crowded as its so tiny inside but it has a great intimate feel. Inside Wide Open, you will find a long bar that takes up about 75% of the place, some seats at the front, and a couple of lounge chairs wedged into the back. All in all, Wide Open is a tiny, fun bar that serves cheap drinks. It's a great place to unwind and get a night started! read more

Wide Open - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I wish there were more bars like this. I get that wide open is an ironic name for the small bar but as soon as I walk in I get closterphobic and leave even when the drinks are super cheap. read more

Every time I mention this place, someone nearby is quick to mention that they think it closed down. Well, they're wrong. The Wide Open is exactly that. Open for freaking business. I generally end up at this Spadina Ave joint on Tuesday nights where -- as coincidence would have it -- drinks are cheap. How cheap? Sheesh. I DON'T know. The prices here fluctuate like my feelings on Rihanna (her hair is the real issue) and (somehow) friendly gentlemen like Elaine K's husband-a-roo end up picking up the tab.[1] But believe me, they are affordable. OK. I'll level with you. I'm already three pints to the wind as I write this review, and frankly, that's the only acceptable way to discuss or even think about the Wide Open. 'Tis not an establishment to hold a baby shower, or schmooze a client (that isn't a Goddamn impoverished hipster), or enjoy a bloomin' onion and wiggle in giddy laughter with your girlfriends about what little Tyson (or Dakota) said last night whilst watching a re-run of Two and a Half Men. Screw that little brat. Tyson. (But especially Dakota.) This is a bar-hole to get really-really drunk. Come and imbibe bottles, pitchers and pints for barely legal prices. Don't ask persnickety questions about the décor. In fact, I imagine the Wide Open would be offended by the very notion of an accent aigu. For that reason alone I am granting them an extra star. Obligatory Title Pun: OPEN WIDE for cheap boozy thrills. Menu Readability: What? Need to mention: They have a TV. Don't use the washrooms. Bad for groups. No reservations and I mean that in every sense of the term. What this place teaches me about myself: I'll have another please. ______ [1] He's real! read more

I'll start this by saying I'm a regular at this place. Up until tonight, I would have given 3 stars at least. I bartend a restaurant/bar close by. Usually a couple of times a week the staff at my workplace will cap off the night at Wide Open. We've done this for years. We normally get the same bartender - her name is Sarah. She's great! Really friendly, accommodating, and knows how to do the job well. Tonight there was a new bartender. A young blonde girl who we hadn't seen before. My friends and I waited 15 minutes to get served, and the bar was not packed. She was flirting and chatting with the guys, stacking cups, staring into nothingness - you name it. Later on, she was drinking from an open bottle of Jager far past legal drinking time. She ended the night by coming up to our table around 2:20 (Ontario laws state that customers have until 2:45 to finish their drinks and have all signs of service removed) and telling us "I'm not here to clear your empties, I'm here to tell you to leave". One of the rudest comments I've ever heard from a service person. I get it, this is a dive bar. But common decency lacked. There's no reason to be that rude to people. And the owner of the place (who is a total creep) backed all this up. I suspect he just wanted to get us out to take the bargirl home. Not really the point, but it all left a pretty sour taste in my mouth - and all my other pals that usually love this place. read more

Love this hole in the wall for a few brews! I was there on a Friday night with some fellow yelpers, and I think we were all impressed by the $12 pitchers. $12! I felt like I was back drinking in Windsor, ON...where the good ol' days boasted $1 bottles of beer! Luckily for us a table left as we were coming in, so we cozied up around a cool wood table near the door. It was packed! We had great service and were able to bring in food from outside. We had a such a good time, our plans to start off a Wide Open for a mere drink, turned into 7 pitchers later, and quite a few drunk yelpers. Thumbs up! read more

I went in for the Happy Hour with my girlfriend and squished my way to the bar. I ordered a (very flat, very dead) "pint" of Amsterdam and ordered a Whiskey Sour for my girlfriend. The extremely rude bartender tells me she can "do the whiskey but not the sour", so I say no problem, I'll pay for my beer and come right back with her new order. As I am at our table having her decide, the same bartender comes by with empties heading for the back room and in passing, "reminds" me "that their prices don't include tip, so don't forget to tip". The funny part was that I was indeed going to tip, and quite well, as the drinks were only 2.50 each. Instead, the bartender got a big, fat nothing for opening her big, fat mouth. read more

This ironically named after-work dive is not for a claustrophobic crew. It's also not for people who want to have intimate conversations, or be guaranteed a seat. But pitchers are $12 and pints are $5 and it's a great place to wind down on a Friday, or heck, a Monday. I'm on my way there, right now, actually... read more

I have a thing for grungy little hole in the walls. This place is EXACTLY that. Wed night, after Pho, we wander and find this dark sketch spot wide open (literally)- It didn't look like they have doors?? the chalkboard reading $4.50 pint was enough for 1 girl/tomboy and 5 beer loving, loud belching, human garbage disposal consuming Y chromosome teddy bears to agree. We walk in and somehow in this tiny spot we find a booth all the way at the end that fits us all, comfortably. Huzza!!! The bathrooms are all the way at the end. Once you pass the last booth,it's to your right. A pitcher ($16) and 2 pints (we ordered x2) not bad, split between 9( 6 + 3 randoms friends I made. I assure you, its normal). This is a very chill place to go for a few beers and talk lots of smack. Luckily we were all the way at the end, I can't imagine how painful it would be for someone to hear us insulting each other with anime characters. The crowd confused me for a bit, so I assume its a stomping ground for EVERYONE who wants cheap beer. Ladies, beware of wierdo's here. At the bar, I was blowing simultaneous bubbles at once, waiting for my Hieni and a suite on my left decided he should yell out "WHAT THE F*&K WAS THAT??". I replied " mad skills". He persuaded to ask stupid questions... While I would like to believe it was the natural effect my skills have on the opposite sex, reality told me this is what happens when you mix cheap beer and suites = random blusters. Oh and next time you go, ask Shandey(sp?) (bartender) to play her play list. (This girl has THE dopest play list) if you happen to not like it, you clearly should be harpooned. xoxo M. read more

A grimy little bar perfectly wedged in between two buildings that kind of envelops you as soon as you walk in. When I want to hit happy hour after work but desperately need to avoid the downtown stushy places this is where I go. Beer on tap is lacking, bottled isn't adventurous either but whiskey is cheap and the gritty n hot barstaff are friendly. Jukebox-style playlist of music; what's coming on next nobody knows but mostly of the old school rock persuasion... I've never heard Lady GaGa there, thank jebus. An Interior mural done by a recognized graffiti artist whose work is usually found in west end alleyways adds bonus points for me :) Bathrooms are shady-looking but clean and the overall ambiance is that of a beat up bar with a tough guy attitude. It does tend get crowded Fri and Sat nights, but it's a nice enough down to earth gathering. Good place for beers with peers, not really a place to take someone to impress them on a date... well, unless you're me ;p read more

Good random dive spot on Spadina. Was thirsty walking down the street in 32*C and needed to rest the dogs and cool off. Great little find, TV's mounted playing the game, cheapest prices I've seen on a Thursday night anywhere in the area. Super cramped very small and bathroom is basically a small closet, not good for groups and don't expect warm and fuzzy service. Be loud and clear and smile when you place your orders and you'll be fine. read more

Wide Open - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This place is so cheap I can barely believe it. $2.50 mixed drinks from 5-8pm, WTF? I've tried & failed numerous times to pass by on my way home without stopping, but when I see the $2.50 mixed drinks sign it GETS ME NEARLY EVERY TIME! I can't believe reviewers are complaining that it's ghetto inside. Of course it's flippin' ghetto, how do you think they have money for renovations when they are charging such low prices? Wide Open reminds me of a lot of small town bars. What it's doing in downtown Toronto on Spadina is baffling. read more

I think this is the cleanest dive bar I've ever been , especially the bathrooms. Granted, it was 5pm on a Friday before all the fun starts. Needed a place to just chill have a drink, be outside, and just do some computer work and this was the best we could find along Spadina going south. The garage door was open, and we got to sit right at the edge of the open window. I don't know if I would enjoy it this much if I had to sit inside. They have specials everyday some more worthwhile than others. (Friday was $12 pitchers - a good price, but given that is 3 glasses, it seems like a regular price to me). My strongbow was a hefty $7 for the can. It's a nice place to kill time in, but wouldn't want to stay here longer than an hour or two. Oh, and it's really small. read more

Found this place about 2 years ago, its frEaKing amazing! I finally decided to write a review about this place after the recent visit last friday? or saturday ? I can't remember and THAT'S exactly the point!! They had one of their nights, mixed drinks only $2.50!! The best part is the mixes are more than fair! Shandy at this place has the best music, don't hesitate asking her to plug in her phone. It's dark, music is amazing, and the staff is awesome, you cant go wrong stopping by this place for drinks. Tip #1 - Their debit/credit machine barely ever works, so take cash. Tip #2 - Not a bad idea to get your drinking started here before a night of partying, as all club's are walking distance from here. read more

This is the only bar in the city where I am guaranteed to strike up an...interesting...conversation with another patron at the bar. Whether it's the North York bunny slumming it downtown, or an ex-Boomtang Boys rocker, everybody here is a regular, even if its your first time. Because the place is tiny, Saturday is jam-packed. But for us locals, during the week its a dark, grimy place to come as you are. Complete with busty blond bartenders who sometimes "forget" to charge you for all your drinks. read more

Great place to grab a drink. They make a mean Moscow Mule and their Manhattans are delicious. Their blended drink selection is small but if you like piña coladas you'll be in heaven. Remember to bring your dancing shoes because the dance floor is always busy... especially on Wednesdays for Salsa Night. Their guacamole is made on the spot and their selection of fine meats is second to none in the city. Remember kids eat free on Tuesdays. I can't remember if their is a dress code but I think it's what you'd call business causal. Also I heard a rumour they have live jazz bands and imported coffees from all over the world. If you go to the third washroom and knock on the floor eight times there is a secret Speakeasy hidden. But on a serious note... if you want a cold cheap drink and a varied mix of people looking for fun it's a great spot. read more

Wide open deserves more of a two and a half but I can't justify a three. With just one tap (sometimes two but rarely) and a selection of beers that make Red Stripe seem like Deus Brut De Flanders (I love Red Stripe by the by) it's kind of hard to get excited by their drink menu. I believe Tuesday is cheap drink night for mixed drinks but the place is generally packed most nights of the week when the office crowd clear out. Having said all that, I do like the place. It's got character that you just aren't going to find in other bars. It was an alley originally and someone decided to put a roof between two buildings. That's as hole in the wall as it gets. Speaking of holes in the walls, the bathrooms have seen one too many swift kicks and what couldn't be fixed with duct tape was left to it's own devices. The walls are thin back there so if you're the type of person that has less than flattering things to say about people when they're in the head, don't be surprised if they call you on it when they get back out. read more

Want cheap and uber divey? You have found the right place. It is kind of like the "No Frills" of bars. Crowded, a little ghetto but if you are looking for simple, you'll find it. We came here after hitting a couple of other places first on a rare Wednesday night out. It was packed with the very weird mix of people (ourselves included) but it all seemed to work out and I can't imagine anyone feeling out of place. Drinks were very cheap although the selection was probably a little less than it really needs to be. Service was meh but again, this is a "no Frills" kind of place. Word to the straight ladies: Male to female ratio puts the odds in your favour regardless of age (yours or his). However you need to not be weirded out by an almost entirely plywood, dingy, single stall washroom. read more

This place is a total dive bar! It's small, dark, it looks like it once caught on fire and no one cared. It looks like someone installed a roof on an alleyway between two shops........ But the vibe is pretty cool and the drinks are CHEAP, CHEAP, CHEAP!!!!!! It's a great place to drink if that's your scene. read more

Wide Open - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

a great place for cheap drinks and unpretentious atmosphere. it is a good idea to visit early right after opening (like 6pm on a Saturday) as the place fills up pretty quickly. a self service, but the wait staff is very efficient and friendly. there are some flat screens with a sport channel (I would say they do need an update) and quite loud (but not too loud) music playing - I would recommend finding a seat farther from the volume speakers if possible. there are specials everyday, like $15 pitchers on Saturdays. the washroom was clean (at least close to the opening time) and well equipped (soap, toilet paper and paper towel check check check). not a great place for a big group but perfect for smaller gatherings or couples. an interesting decor and very cozy interior. Not a big selection on the tap but it's decent plus there are some bottles and of course other drinks. I really enjoyed visiting it!!!! read more

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So the bartenders are cool and they have great prices on beer and Amsterdam blonde. but the pitchers are often luke warm and served with suspect glassware. There is also the problem of the owner...the owner is a douche! He basically hangs out his own bar and makes you feel uncomfortable for drinking there, like when I go out, I'm going out so I don't have to deal with anyone else's issues, but in this case scenario, you have a loud mouth bar owner who hangs out at his own bar screaming his ass off. I gave two stars for the bartenders only, but seriously boycotting this place! What's funny is that I work next to there and have a lot of friends in the area who are doing the same. Look around there's drinks specials elsewhere. like ballroom or the office space etc... be forewarned! read more

Oh Wide Open, you are one of my favourite dive bars in Toronto. Where can you get drinks for $3.00 on any given night! I ended up here with my Improv class to celebrate completing our current class session together. We had a blast, the ambience of sketchy and cheap drinks kept the night super fun. Do not expect superb service, just come here to hang out, drink your face off and party the night away! I will be back for more memorable nights! :) read more

On Spadina just south of Richmond is a tiny bar that's basically a hallway. I swear, at 30 people, it's rammed. Wide Open is a good local joint, no frills, friendly family-like staff and decent prices. I often get people to meet me there before I have to go into the club district for work. It's a good spot to get away from the hustle and bustle that is Queen and Spadina on any given night. read more

Wide Open - Dive Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario