Must-see nightlife in Ontario

  • El Convento Rico

    Toronto

    With a friendly mixed crowd, this Latino-themed LGBTIQ+ dance bar is a longtime fave, with free salsa lessons every Friday at 11pm as well as drag shows…

  • Woody's/Sailor

    Toronto

    Toronto's most well-known gay bar is a sprawling complex with a grab bag of tricks, from drag shows, 'best ass' contests and billiards tables to nightly…

  • Ossington

    Toronto

    With a moody candlelit front bar and a cavernous backroom hosting Friday and Saturday DJ nights, this local fave is a great mix of 20- to 30-somethings…

  • Shepherd's Pub

    Southwestern Ontario

    Cold pints of Guinness and Ontario craft beers by the river. Trivia Nights and Open Jams plus all-day breakfast fry-ups, beer-battered fish-and-chips, and…

  • Barneys/The Ceeps

    Southwestern Ontario

    Don't ask about the name – we don't get it either. Hands down London's largest and most hopping patio. Come for the bands and DJs, pool tables,…

  • Château Lafayette

    Ottawa

    Dating from 1849, 'the Laff' is Ottawa's oldest bar and it retains much quirky charm – a run-down relic that captures ByWard's laid-back attitude. Come…

  • Growing Season

    Northern Ontario

    Healthy blended juices and shakes are the name of the game at this 'juice collective.' There are also scrumptious dishes to accompany your smoothie, with…

  • Après

    Toronto

    Natural wine is what it's all about at minimalist Après. A small, ever-changing menu of shareable dishes pairs perfectly with the low-intervention and…

  • Kuppajo Espresso Bar

    Northern Ontario

    This caffeine den is busy on weekdays and weekends alike, accompanying cups of black gold with pastries and paninis, as well as breakfast sandwiches ($8)…

  • Coffee & Company

    Kingston

    Get your daily dose of barista-brewed coffee here with your daily shot of free wi-fi. Why not have a Godiva chocolate or White Mountain ice cream with…

  • Lookout Bar

    Ottawa

    Keeping the ByWard Market crowds happy for 20 years, Lookout's nights range from karaoke on Tuesday and Wednesday to Saturday's drag show.

  • Stages

    Kingston

    This is where young Kingston folk get their groove on and dance till they drop. The club hosts big nights for events such as Canada Day.

  • St Paul Roastery

    Northern Ontario

    Get your fix of black gold at this hip temple to the bean, which doubles as a roastery and has an adjoining record shop.

  • Convenience

    Toronto

    For a dose of nostalgia, '80s-themed Convenience is an easy go-to. Drinks here may remind you of your youth (fuzzy navel, anyone?) and the music may bring…

  • Blake House

    Toronto

    Just east of the Village, this historic 1891 mansion is a good all-round performer. Nicely renovated in dark tones, it's wonderfully cozy and inviting in…

  • Madison Avenue Pub

    Toronto

    Comprising three Victorian houses in the Annex, the rowdy 'Maddy' draws a late-20s University of Toronto crowd. There are billiards, darts, a sports bar,…

  • Muskoka Brewery

    Muskoka Lakes

    Muskoka Brewery bottles some delicious flavors including a cream ale and a couple of lagers. For a deep dive, take a free taste-testing tour of the…

  • Zig's

    Northern Ontario

    You're guaranteed to turn heads in northern Ontario's only gay bar, a fun subterranean spot where everyone knows everyone. Check the social media accounts…

  • Manhattan's

    Southwestern Ontario

    The pizza at this music supper club is hot and fresh like the smooth, smooth jazz: there's live music most nights. Near the university, it's a mellow…

  • S.R.O Nightclub & Lounge

    Northern Ontario

    Grab a martini from the swirling stainless-steel bar: the drinks are so large you can swim in them. Weekends are standing-room only, so strap on your…

  • On the Docks

    Muskoka Lakes

    Swing by for a draft beer or signature cocktail (served cold or hot) on the fantastic multilevel water-view patio. Tasty appetizers, wraps and sandwiches…

  • Goofie Newfie

    Southwestern Ontario

    Cold beer, river views and live entertainment make the Goofie Newfie the jolly place it is. Come early to snag a seat on the riverfront patio.

  • Planet Coffee

    Ottawa

    Recharge in this decades-old, ByWard Market caffeine den's quiet courtyard. Sweetened ice coffees are a big hit.

  • REBEL

    Toronto

    A popular nightclub and concert venue overlooking the Toronto skyline, massive 45,000-sq-ft Rebel fills up with lights, sounds and stylish people every…

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