Whether you’re looking to catch a game, have some drinks, or just hangout with your friends, Ontario has plenty of bars where you can enjoy a good time. Here are 11 of the most popular ones to try!
Bar closing hours in Canada are governed by the Intoxicating Liquor Act 2000. Generally, bars close at 23:30 Sunday to Thursday and 00:30 on Friday and Saturday.
TGI Friday’s
TGI Friday’s in the OC may not have a lot of first place awards but the food is good and the drink selection is a close second. You can order anything from a small glass of wine to a bucket full of beer and everything in between. You can even enjoy your meal indoors if the weather is nice. Happy hour is a good time and if you can get there before 5pm, you’ll have a chance to score one of the best deals in town on food and drink. Located near N Lexington-Springmill Rd & Ferguson Road, this is a great place to start your day or finish up your night. The aforementioned drink specials are available Monday through Saturday. The food is a big hit with the locals too. The restaurant boasts a large outdoor patio and an indoor bar area. The aforementioned drinks are the stars of the show but there is no shortage of other tasty treats to be had inside as well.
Chevys Fresh Mex
Chevys Fresh Mex serves up a variety of Mexican dishes including traditional enchiladas, burritos and tacos. It also offers mesquite grilled steak and seafood entrees.
The chain’s menu includes a wide range of drinks and tequilas to go with its Mexican fare. Its decor is colorful and fun, with mismatched rustic chairs and playful tile work.
Real Mex Restaurants, which owns the chain, recently redesigned Chevys Fresh Mex and five other concepts in an effort to revive the brands after years of decline.
For example, Chevys’ production kitchen features a hot line that begins with an inherited hand sink and gas-fired charbroiler. Culinary staff use this unit to grill steak and chicken for fajitas, nachos and quesadillas.
To get the smoky flavor that customers expect, Chevys swapped out its legacy charbroilers that use wood for this unit, says Mike McKinnon, Real Mex’s vice president of purchasing. This switch saves the company money and real estate under the hood, he adds.
The Hangout
The Hangout is a modern pub that has an extensive cocktail menu, a few local beers and some tasty bar food to boot. The bar is open from 1:00pm to 2:00am daily and has a slew of fun games, a well-stocked bar and an impressive happy hour with the best of them all. The Hangout was also the first bar to introduce a gin based drinks menu, something that’s quickly becoming commonplace. The gin drinks aren’t cheap, but they are the best way to get the party started. The hangout is located in the downtown core and has a lot to offer a discerning crowd. The best part is it’s a great place to get the team together. The bar has a big screen, a well-stocked beer selection and a game room that’s sure to get the team out of the door after a stiflingly hot day at the office.
The Local
The Local is more than just a bar, it’s a place where you can be yourself, enjoy an excellent cocktail and get to know your neighbors. With a great selection of bars and pubs near your Ontario luxury apartment, you’ll have plenty of options when it comes to getting a good night on.
It’s no secret that Toronto has some of the best bars in Canada. With an impressive range of cocktails and an exciting food scene, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
A hidden gem on Queen West, Gift Shop is one of the most inventive and charming bars in town. It’s got everything you’d want in a Toronto bar, including a secret entrance, vintage glasses and an all-round quirky atmosphere.
