Ann and Sergio’s guidebook
Sightseeing
High Park is Toronto's largest public park featuring many hiking trails, sports facilities, diverse vegetation, a beautiful lakefront, convenient parking, a dog park, a zoo, a couple of eateries, greenhouses, picnic areas, a bunch of squirrels, and various events throughout the year. The closest entrance is about a 5-minute walk away at the intersection of High Park Avenue and Parkside Avenue. Don’t miss it!
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High Park
1873 Bloor St WHigh Park is Toronto's largest public park featuring many hiking trails, sports facilities, diverse vegetation, a beautiful lakefront, convenient parking, a dog park, a zoo, a couple of eateries, greenhouses, picnic areas, a bunch of squirrels, and various events throughout the year. The closest entrance is about a 5-minute walk away at the intersection of High Park Avenue and Parkside Avenue. Don’t miss it!
The Lakeshore and Sunnyside Beach are a 12-minute walk to Sunnyside Park (1755 Lake Shore Boulevard West). This is one of a series of parks along the Lake Ontario waterfront that has a boardwalk for pedestrians and the Martin Goodman Trail for cyclists and multi-use purposes. On the east side of the park, you will find the Sunnyside Pavilion and the Sunnyside Gus Ryder Outdoor Pool (open in summer months only).
On the west is Sir Casmir Gzowski Park with a great playground. Budapest Park wading pool close by is a favourite spot for visiting children. Throughout Toronto's history, Sunnyside Beach has been a popular spot to cool off in the summer. Anytime of the year, the Martin Goodman Trail is a great spot for walking, jogging, and cycling (yes, even in the winter!); it is a 56-kilometre-long trail that runs along Lake Ontario from one end of Toronto to the other.
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Sunnyside Beach
The Lakeshore and Sunnyside Beach are a 12-minute walk to Sunnyside Park (1755 Lake Shore Boulevard West). This is one of a series of parks along the Lake Ontario waterfront that has a boardwalk for pedestrians and the Martin Goodman Trail for cyclists and multi-use purposes. On the east side of the park, you will find the Sunnyside Pavilion and the Sunnyside Gus Ryder Outdoor Pool (open in summer months only).
On the west is Sir Casmir Gzowski Park with a great playground. Budapest Park wading pool close by is a favourite spot for visiting children. Throughout Toronto's history, Sunnyside Beach has been a popular spot to cool off in the summer. Anytime of the year, the Martin Goodman Trail is a great spot for walking, jogging, and cycling (yes, even in the winter!); it is a 56-kilometre-long trail that runs along Lake Ontario from one end of Toronto to the other.
Food scene
Roncesvalles and the surrounding neighbourhood are ideal for grocery shopping on foot. Here are some of our go-to spots:
• Sobeys Urban Fresh High Park, 199 Roncesvalles Avenue. Practically next door. They will have nearly everything you need. And they’re open late.
• Our local pharmacy is the Guardian at 137 Roncesvalles.
• There are fruit & vegetable shops along Roncesvalles. On Mondays from 3-7PM, consider the Sorauren Farmer’s Market at Sorauren Park.
• The Meat Department (121 Roncesvalles) is an excellent butcher.
• Thin Blue Line (93 Roncesvalles) has top-notch cheese and charcuterie.
• Two good bakeries are Hot Oven (177 Roncesvalles) and Mabel’s (323 Roncesvalles).
• Two awesome coffeeshops are Cherry Bomb (79 Roncesvalles) or a bit further away, but worth it, try I Deal Coffee (221 Sorauren Avenue).
• For beer, wine, and liquor, there are two LCBO locations within a 20-minute walk: 2290 Dundas Street West and 1357 Queen Street West. If you’re just looking for wine, consider the Wine Rack (139 Roncesvalles) for Ontario wines. For something extra special, try Bossanova Wine and Beer (103 Roncesvalles).
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Roncesvalles and the surrounding neighbourhood are ideal for grocery shopping on foot. Here are some of our go-to spots:
• Sobeys Urban Fresh High Park, 199 Roncesvalles Avenue. Practically next door. They will have nearly everything you need. And they’re open late.
• Our local pharmacy is the Guardian at 137 Roncesvalles.
• There are fruit & vegetable shops along Roncesvalles. On Mondays from 3-7PM, consider the Sorauren Farmer’s Market at Sorauren Park.
• The Meat Department (121 Roncesvalles) is an excellent butcher.
• Thin Blue Line (93 Roncesvalles) has top-notch cheese and charcuterie.
• Two good bakeries are Hot Oven (177 Roncesvalles) and Mabel’s (323 Roncesvalles).
• Two awesome coffeeshops are Cherry Bomb (79 Roncesvalles) or a bit further away, but worth it, try I Deal Coffee (221 Sorauren Avenue).
• For beer, wine, and liquor, there are two LCBO locations within a 20-minute walk: 2290 Dundas Street West and 1357 Queen Street West. If you’re just looking for wine, consider the Wine Rack (139 Roncesvalles) for Ontario wines. For something extra special, try Bossanova Wine and Beer (103 Roncesvalles).
Michelin Bib List venue worth making a reservation for. It’s a restored diner serving comfort food classics and late-night bar snacks, plus weekend brunch.
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The Ace
231A Roncesvalles AveMichelin Bib List venue worth making a reservation for. It’s a restored diner serving comfort food classics and late-night bar snacks, plus weekend brunch.
A destination restaurant for authentic Polish food. The cabbage rolls are out of this world!
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Cafe Polonez
195 Roncesvalles AveA destination restaurant for authentic Polish food. The cabbage rolls are out of this world!
Some of the most delicious ice cream, gelato, and sorbet in the city.
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Ed's Real Scoop - Roncesvalles
189 Roncesvalles AveSome of the most delicious ice cream, gelato, and sorbet in the city.
Mouth-watering bagel sandwiches for breakfast and lunch. Think about getting some to go for a picnic on the waterfront.
AM Bagel
Mouth-watering bagel sandwiches for breakfast and lunch. Think about getting some to go for a picnic on the waterfront.
Fantastic all-day breakfast food with many Tex-Mex offerings.
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Easy Restaurant
1645 Queen St WFantastic all-day breakfast food with many Tex-Mex offerings.
Traditional Filipino grilled fare plus tropical-inspired cocktails.
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iSLAS FILIPINO BBQ & BAR
1690 Queen St WTraditional Filipino grilled fare plus tropical-inspired cocktails.
Traditional BBQ brisket, ribs, wings. A neighbourhood favourite.
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Barque Smokehouse
299 Roncesvalles AveTraditional BBQ brisket, ribs, wings. A neighbourhood favourite.
Inventive wood-fired pizzas. Try the Pumba!
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Pizzeria Defina
321 Roncesvalles AveInventive wood-fired pizzas. Try the Pumba!
Dil Se Indian Restaurant & Bar
Traditional Punjabi dishes and vegetarian options.
Bar Bacan
Authentic Venezuelan and Argentinian food, including arepas and empanadas.
English-style pub with a great back patio. Try the lamb burger!
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Loons Restaurant & Pub
416 Roncesvalles AveEnglish-style pub with a great back patio. Try the lamb burger!
Offers a wide selection of beer styles with creative food accompaniments.
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Bandit Brewery
2125 Dundas St WOffers a wide selection of beer styles with creative food accompaniments.
Serves up tasty burgers, tacos, and brunch. Great weekly specials.
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The Commoner Restaurant and Bar
2067 Dundas St WServes up tasty burgers, tacos, and brunch. Great weekly specials.
Local bars
Great local entertainment spot for live music and comedy. Check their Insta for events: @ithappenstonight
TONIGHT Live Happenings Bar
Great local entertainment spot for live music and comedy. Check their Insta for events: @ithappenstonight
Local bar with late night snacks. The chicken wings are fantastic!
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Food & Liquor
1610 Queen St WLocal bar with late night snacks. The chicken wings are fantastic!
Motel Bar
1235 Queen St WCool bar worth worth the walk