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The Best Craft Breweries in Toronto (2026)

Taprooms, not bottle shops: Ossington to Geary, Sterling and Symes, Queen East, Canary, and an Etobicoke beer garden. Closed Junction and Liberty rooms dropped; every profile has an official-site hero.

Updated for 2026•18 Destinations
No.1
Bellwoods Brewery official Ossington brewpub photography from bellwoodsbrewery.com
Bar• Ossington Strip

Bellwoods Brewery

“Best beer-garden patio in the city: Jelly King on Ossington, farm-to-table kitchen, show up early or wait — and skip the September 2026 private-event dates.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Bellwoods Brewery?** Anchoring 124 Ossington Avenue since 2012, Bellwoods Brewery transformed a former auto repair garage into Toronto's archetype craft beer destination. Founded by Mike Clark and Luke Pestl, the venue pairs an open brewhouse and timber-lined mezzanine dining room with the city's most coveted white-picket-fence front patio. Long communal tables, breezy open garage doors, and the constant clatter of stemmed glassware set a lively, approachable rhythm along the Ossington Strip. **Bellwoods Brewery Menu & What to Order** Chef Jason Browne oversees a seasonal, farm-to-table kitchen that punches far above standard pub grub expectations. Crisp fries tossed with butter, fines herbs, and mayo are mandatory table fuel alongside the standout house burger, while lighter vegetable plates rotate with local farm harvests. The draught board demands equal attention: start with the iconic Jelly King dry-hopped sour, grab a crisp Bellweiser Pilsner for easy drinking, or explore complex barrel-aged saisons from the Barn Owl series. **Know Before You Go** Indoor tables can be booked for up to eight guests, while the celebrated sidewalk patio remains strictly walk-in only. Sunny weekends draw formidable lines, so arriving right at opening or aiming for weekday Witching Hour (5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.) is the smartest strategy. The brewpub is steps from the 63 Ossington bus and 501 Queen streetcar, with the adjacent 126 Ossington bottle shop open daily for takeaway cans.

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No.2
Blood Brothers Brewing official 2026 taproom photography from bloodbrothersbrewing.com
Bar• Geary Avenue

Blood Brothers Brewing

“Best tap list in the city: up to 26 house beers in the Geary stable, smoked kitchen attached, patio for dogs, taproom for people.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Blood Brothers Brewing?** Occupying a renovated century-old horse stable at 165 Geary Avenue, Blood Brothers Brewing is a foundational anchor of the strip's industrial-arts revival. Founded by brothers Dustin and Brayden Jones, the taproom pairs dark, occult-tinged graphics with warm wood and exposed beams, seating 80 patrons indoors across communal tables and the bar, plus 50 more on the streetfront patio in warm weather. Behind the taps, up to 26 house-brewed draught lines deliver everything from experimental wild ales to razor-sharp lagers. **Blood Brothers Brewing Menu & What to Order** The in-house kitchen specializes in Southern comfort dishes, smoking all its meats over spent oak staves salvaged from the brewery's own barrel-aging program. The overnight-smoked brisket sandwich with sauerkraut and dijonnaise is a must-order heavyweight, matched by crispy buttermilk fried chicken slathered in sweet gochujang glaze. Balance the table with spiced pork fat popcorn or a bowl of fries loaded with vegan gravy and cheese curds. Wash it down with a tropical Shumei IPA, a pour from the rotating fruit-forward Paradise Lost sour series, or a crisp Bloodvar pilsner. **Know Before You Go** Walk-ins are the default for solo drinkers and small groups, though reservations can be made via Resy if you are planning to roll in with a larger crew. Dogs are permitted on the patio during warmer months but are strictly excluded from the indoor taproom. The taproom sits a short walk from the Dufferin bus, and the adjacent bottle shop is stocked with cold cans and bottles to grab on your way out.

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No.3
Godspeed Brewery official taproom photography from godspeedbrewery.com
Bar• Little India

Godspeed Brewery

“Best lager room in the city: Czech-style pils on Coxwell, WVRST in the kitchen, and a Sunday $7.75 Czech-draught window.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Godspeed Brewery?** Located at 242 Coxwell Avenue just north of Dundas Street in Little India, Godspeed Brewery is the brainchild of Luc “Bim” Lafontaine (formerly of Montreal’s Dieu du Ciel!). The interior marries minimalist Japanese design sensibilities with the warm conviviality of a European beer hall, anchored by blonde wood furnishings, high ceilings, a sprawling bar counter, and a breezy sidewalk patio in the summer months. **Godspeed Brewery Menu & What to Order** Godspeed pours some of the most meticulously crafted Czech-style lagers in North America alongside innovative brews infused with Japanese ingredients—think the crisp Sklepník Czech Pilsner, malt-forward House Pivo, and the citrus-kissed Yuzu Saison. Food operations are run in residency by Toronto beer hall powerhouse WVRST, ensuring top-tier pub eats to back up the draft lines. Must-orders include the WVRST Smash Cheeseburger, crispy Duck Fat Fries (or the nori-dusted Japanese variation), warm Bavarian pretzels, and specialty game sausages spanning venison, duck, and plant-based options. **Know Before You Go** Seating is almost entirely walk-in friendly, though large groups can submit booking inquiries in advance through their website. Keep an eye out for "Czech Sundays," when all Czech draughts are priced at $7.75 all day. The taproom is easily accessed via the TTC by taking the Bloor-Danforth Line 2 to Coxwell Station and jumping on the 22 Coxwell bus south, or taking the 506 Carlton streetcar along Gerrard.

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No.4
Left Field Brewery official Leslieville photography from leftfieldbrewery.ca
Bar• Leslieville

Left Field Brewery (Leslieville)

“Best east-end picnic-table taproom: Greenwood IPA on Wagstaff, bring a pizza, no reservations, dogs and families on the laneway.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Left Field Brewery (Leslieville)?** Tucked away in an industrial alley at 36 Wagstaff Drive, Left Field Brewery is a baseball-obsessed Leslieville institution founded by Mark and Mandie Murphy. The airy warehouse taproom features towering stainless-steel tanks, flatscreens consistently tuned to the ballgame, and a relaxed laneway patio lined with communal picnic tables. It is an open-hearted neighborhood gathering spot where east-end locals, families with strollers, and leashed dogs are fixture regulars. **Left Field Brewery (Leslieville) Menu & What to Order** Unlike their Liberty Village outpost, this original Leslieville taproom operates with a BYOF (bring your own food) ethos, welcoming visitors to bring in takeout from nearby pizza counters or snack during weekend pop-ups. The draft lineup commands all attention: start with the piney, tropical Greenwood IPA or the classic, malt-smooth Eephus Oatmeal Brown Ale. Hop lovers should reach for the citrusy Wrigley Oat Pale Ale or the hazy Laser Show DIPA, while sour enthusiasts can rotate through the tart, fruit-driven Squeeze Play series. **Know Before You Go** The taproom operates strictly on a walk-in system for regular parties, though picnic-table group events can be organized via email. Parking along Wagstaff Drive is virtually non-existent, so plan to arrive by bike, TTC, or find street parking along Greenwood Avenue. The taproom and bottle shop welcome guests from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, with hours extended until 11:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

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No.5
Burdock Brewery official foamy-pour photography from burdockbrewery.com
Bar• Bloordale Village

Burdock Brewery (Bloordale)

“Best lager-and-music hall: Bloordale Deluxe helles with a kitchen and a calendar — Kensington is cans only.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Burdock Brewery (Bloordale)?** Located at 1184 Bloor Street West in Bloordale Village, Burdock Brewery has anchored the strip since 2015 as a hybrid microbrewery, elevated dining room, and acoustically treated music hall. Founded by Matthew Park and Jason Tremblay, the room balances pale Scandinavian wood, whitewashed brick, and warm globe lighting with a convivial front bar, cozy dining room tables, and a sidewalk patio. It functions as an unpretentious cultural and culinary hub where precision brewing meets scratch-made bistro fare. **Burdock Brewery (Bloordale) Menu & What to Order** The kitchen delivers hyper-seasonal, food-friendly comfort food engineered to match the tapline's crisp lagers, juicy IPAs, and skin-contact grape ales. The house burger—stacked with local Sanagan's beef, sharp cheddar, and 1000 Island on a toasted Blackbird Baking Co. bun—is a perennial standard alongside hand-punched fries with garlic aioli. Pair a pint of the flagship Deluxe Helles or Ducks NEIPA with the pork schnitzel platter, and explore the cellar bottle list for rare beer-wine hybrids before ending on warm lemon ricotta donuts. **Know Before You Go** Indoor dining room reservations can be booked online, while the bar counters and sidewalk patio are kept open for walk-ins. If you want dinner and a show, check the performance calendar and purchase music hall tickets separately beforehand. Transit access is effortless, with the brewery situated a short two-minute stroll from both Lansdowne and Dufferin subway stations.

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No.6
Henderson Brewing official Sterling Road taproom photography from shophendersonbrewing.com
Bar• Junction Triangle

Henderson Brewing

“Best Railpath finish: Henderson’s Best next to MOCA, 10 a.m. open, pizza in-house, no outside food.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Henderson Brewing?** Located at 128A Sterling Road right alongside the West Toronto Railpath and steps from MOCA, Henderson Brewing operates as the de facto living room and community hall for the Junction Triangle. Named in tribute to Robert Henderson—who operated one of Toronto’s earliest commercial breweries in the early 1800s—the spacious warehouse conversion marries polished concrete floors, soaring ceilings, and warm industrial timber with a communal mix of bar-height tables, counter seating, and an expansive dog-friendly outdoor patio. **Henderson Brewing Menu & What to Order** Start with a pour of the flagship Henderson’s Best Amber Ale, a balanced, malty nod to historic brewing that remains one of the city's most reliable pints, before pivoting to FIGO, a crisp and floral Italian pilsner. Fans of Canadian rock royalty flock for the official Rush Canadian Golden Ale, a rye golden ale brewed with citrus and spicy notes. The in-house kitchen turns out made-to-order thin-crust pizzas, pretzels, and savory bar snacks, while Sundays frequently feature lively pop-ups serving fresh-shucked oysters. **Know Before You Go** Outside food is strictly prohibited, but walk-ins rule the room for groups of up to six; parties of six or more should email ahead to reserve space. The on-site bottle shop is pickup-only without residential delivery options, so grab cans directly at the counter on your way out. Transit access is painless via the Railpath to Dundas West or Lansdowne stations, and the venue draws massive crowds during signature events like the annual October Picklefest.

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No.7
True History Brewing official exterior photography from truehistorybeer.com
Bar• St. Clair West

True History Brewing

“Best traditional lager west of Coxwell: St. Clair West, Czech and German methods, not a hazy flight bar.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is True History Brewing?** Occupying a sunny corner at 1154 St. Clair Avenue West near Dufferin, True History Brewing is a European-style beer hall founded by Matt Tompkins and brewmaster Adam Shier. The space swaps cold industrial tropes for vintage cottage warmth, outfitting the room with communal wooden harvest tables, custom Kate Golding wallpaper, brass fixtures, and direct window views into the active cellar tanks, alongside a sidewalk patio. **True History Brewing Menu & What to Order** Everything on tap is dedicated to traditional, low-ABV European brewing poured through authentic Czech Lukr side-pull taps, where the crisp 'Just a Pils' and dense, creamy Mlíko foam pours reign supreme. The kitchen rounds out the hall experience with hearty Austrian comfort food, led by crispy, golden pork schnitzel paired with tart potato salad, rich kaiserspätzle, and warm Bavarian pretzels served with pungent house mustard. **Know Before You Go** Seating is strictly walk-in across the shared tables and bar counter, with the room hitting peak capacity on Friday and Saturday nights. Street parking along St. Clair can be tight, so taking the 512 St. Clair streetcar to Westmount Avenue drops you directly outside. The taproom pours seven days a week, opening in the afternoon on weekdays and at noon on weekends.

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No.8
Collective Arts official Toronto taproom photography from collectiveartscreativity.com
Bar• Trinity Bellwoods

Collective Arts (Toronto)

“Best art-can taproom downtown: Dundas West flights, Mexican kitchen, patio dogs, Monday still open 1–9.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Collective Arts (Toronto)?** Occupying a prominent corner at Dundas West and Markham Street in Trinity Bellwoods, Collective Arts’ Toronto taproom translates the Hamilton brewery's art-forward identity into a multi-level neighbourhood hub. The street-level space features casual communal seating, a long draft counter, an art gallery, and a dog-friendly side patio, with an intimate live music and event space tucked downstairs. It serves as a creative West End gathering spot where rotating mural work and fresh beer share equal billing. **Collective Arts (Toronto) Menu & What to Order** Pints rotate constantly, anchoring on signature flagships like the juicy Life in the Clouds Hazy IPA and Ransack the Universe alongside limited-edition small-batch pilot brews. The bar also pours house-distilled gin cocktails, ciders, and sparkling non-alcoholic options, ensuring non-beer drinkers are well accommodated. To eat, the kitchen serves a streamlined Mexican-inspired menu built for snacking, headlined by authentic street tacos, crispy empanadas, and fresh tortilla chips with guacamole. **Know Before You Go** Tables are primarily walk-in friendly, though advance reservations can be secured online for groups. Leashed dogs are permitted on the outdoor patio, while the main indoor taproom remains reserved for human guests and service animals. Note that while the ground-floor taproom and retail shop are accessible, restrooms and the music room require navigating stairs.

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Left Field Liberty Village official downstairs taps photography from leftfieldbrewery.ca
Bar• Liberty Village

Left Field Brewery (Liberty Village)

“Best Left Field for dinner: Hanna Avenue kitchen, bookable tables, patio dogs — Wagstaff if you only want the laneway.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Left Field Brewery (Liberty Village)?** Tucked into the brick courtyard at 40 Hanna Avenue behind the heritage smokestack, this sprawling bi-level taproom is Mandie and Mark Murphy’s lively west-end expansion of their Leslieville brewing institution. Unlike the original Wagstaff brewhouse, the Liberty Village site was purpose-built as a full-service sports-friendly hall with 29 screens, expansive communal bench seating, an upstairs mezzanine, and a dog-friendly outdoor patio. **Left Field Brewery (Liberty Village) Menu & What to Order** The kitchen puts out a sharp, elevated lineup of ballpark comfort fare centered on griddle smash burgers dressed in American cheese and special sauce, crispy chicken sandwiches tossed in Tennessee hot sauce, and loaded nachos accompanied by a rich housemade beer-and-cheddar dip. Plant-based and gluten-conscious diners are unusually well catered to with dedicated vegan smash burgers, cauliflower wings, and vegan fried chicken. With 16 draught lines pouring everything from core staples like Greenwood IPA and Wrigley Oat Pale Ale to crisp lagers and Liberty-only test batches, a fresh pour is guaranteed. **Know Before You Go** Tables for groups of up to eight are bookable online, though the taproom reserves the majority of seating for walk-ins, and the seasonal patio operates entirely on a first-come, first-served basis. The room hits capacity quickly before Toronto FC matches at BMO Field and during major baseball broadcasts, so arrive early on game days. Transit access is painless via the Exhibition GO station or the 504 King streetcar, with municipal Green P parking located right at Liberty and Hanna.

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No.10
Halo Brewery official taproom photography from halobrewery.com
Bar• Junction Triangle

Halo Brewery

“Best small-room experiment: Wallace Avenue Magic Missile and whatever wild bottle is open — no kitchen, no posted clock.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Halo Brewery?** Located at 247 Wallace Avenue in the Junction Triangle just steps off the West Toronto Railpath, Halo Brewery operates as an open-source craft brewing laboratory and low-key neighbourhood taproom. The modest storefront opens into a minimalist tasting room outfitted with blonde wood high-tops, visible stainless steel fermenters, and a sunlit sidewalk patio during warmer months. It serves as a casual communal hub for area locals, passing cyclists, and visiting dogs. **Halo Brewery Menu & What to Order** Halo prioritizes scientific experimentation, wild yeast strains, and boundary-pushing fruit additions alongside meticulous traditional styles. The essential pour is Magic Missile, a hazy, dry-hopped pale ale loaded with tropical fruit aromatics, followed by the rotating Shapeshifter sour IPA series and tart kettle sours like Ion Cannon. Crisp-beer purists can order the unfiltered GOTO pilsner or the malt-forward Knives Out English bitter, while funk enthusiasts should ask about cellar bottles from the barrel-aged Wild Construct series. There is no full kitchen on site—only light bar snacks—so outside food and neighbourhood takeout are welcomed. **Know Before You Go** Seating operates on a strict walk-in basis with no table reservations, though tables turn over briskly even during peak weekend afternoons. Well-behaved dogs are permitted both inside the taproom and out on the patio. The brewery sits an eight-minute walk west of Lansdowne subway station, making public transit and the Railpath the easiest routes to visit.

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Bar• Leslieville

Rorschach Brewing Co.

“Best east-end flavour bomb: Eastern Avenue sours and vintage bottles, rooftop when it is open, no flights.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Rorschach Brewing Co.?** Anchoring the eastern stretch of Eastern Avenue where Leslieville meets the Beaches, Rorschach Brewing Co. is a multi-level craft destination founded by a team with a science-forward approach to fermentation. The industrial-chic space pairs high ceilings and visible brewing tanks with communal picnic tables, a sidewalk patio, and one of the east end's best seasonal rooftop terraces. **Rorschach Brewing Co. Menu & What to Order** The kitchen turns out a punchy roster of beer-friendly comforts, including double-patty smash burgers on toasted potato buns, crispy Korean fried chicken sandos with gochujang mayo, and blistered pizzas. The draft list rejects standard tasting flights in favour of measured pour sizes, spotlighting everything from the flagship Truth Serum DDH IPA and lactose-heavy Hedonism fruited sours to cellar-aged mixed-fermentation saisons. Vegetarian options, house seltzers, and non-alcoholic craft brews make it easy for mixed drinking groups. **Know Before You Go** Seating on both the main floor and rooftop is predominantly walk-in, with indoor table reservations reserved only for groups of eight or more by phone. The rooftop patio fills up rapidly on sunny weekend afternoons and attracts heavy pre-show crowds heading to nearby concert venue History. Reach the taproom via the 501 Queen streetcar or find green P and street parking along Eastern Avenue.

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Black Lab Brewing official taproom photography from blacklab.beer
Bar• Leslieville

Black Lab Brewing

“Best dog taproom: Eastern Avenue noon–9 every day, Pup Lite in the glass, beer garden on the weekend.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Black Lab Brewing?** Perched on the industrial stretch of Eastern Avenue at Leslie Street in Leslieville, Black Lab Brewing is Toronto's dedicated dog-forward craft brewery and taproom. The airy warehouse space pairs polished concrete floors and views of the brew tanks with communal reclaimed wood tables built to welcome humans and leashed canines alike indoors. Outside, the operation stretches across a casual streetfront patio and a seasonal rear beer garden equipped with picnic tables and Muskoka chairs. **Black Lab Brewing Menu & What to Order** Because the brewery welcomes dogs inside, it operates without an in-house kitchen, keeping the focus entirely on a strong, clean draft list backed by bar snacks, weekend food pop-ups, and an open-door policy for outside takeout. For easy day drinking, the house staple is Pup Lite, a crisp 4.0% Canadian lagered ale brewed with local grains. Hop lovers should point themselves toward the Sitting Pretty APA—a rye-spiced pale ale heavy on citrus aromas—or the juicy ECHO DDH IPA. Those who favour tart pours will appreciate the rotating Kennel Sour series, often infused with seasonal fruits like mango and guava. **Know Before You Go** Seating is almost entirely first-come, first-served, though groups of eight or more can reserve communal tables ahead of time by email. Weekend afternoons get busy with neighbourhood dog owners, so arrive early if you want prime seating in the back beer garden. To get here via transit, take the 501 Queen streetcar to Leslie or Greenwood and walk south toward Eastern Avenue, where street parking is also readily available.

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Bandit Brewery official photography from banditbrewery.ca
Bar• Roncesvalles

Bandit Brewery

“Best Roncesvalles brewpub: dinner tables and a daily 11–11 bottle shop — phone before a Saturday private-event lockout.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Bandit Brewery?** Set inside a former auto repair shop on Dundas Street West near Roncesvalles, Bandit Brewery is a lively neighbourhood brewpub founded by Stephane Dubois and Shehzad Hamza. Inspired by German beer gardens, the airy space balances industrial brewing tanks with communal timber tables, glowing string lights, and a lush, tree-canopied patio equipped with a retractable roof and radiant heated floors. **Bandit Brewery Menu & What to Order** While the microbrewery turns out juicy hazy IPAs and its acclaimed fruit-forward Wizard of Gose sour series, the kitchen delivers well above standard pub expectations. Start with an order of the legendary beer-battered cheese curds alongside truffle fries before moving on to the signature double smash burger or chimichurri-slicked steak frites. Plant-based and lighter palates are well accommodated with dishes like the five-spice fried oyster mushroom banh mi and pan-seared Lake Erie pickerel. **Know Before You Go** Indoor reservations for parties of two or more can be booked through Libro, while the heated patio operates on a walk-in basis and fills quickly during peak evening hours. The brewpub occasionally closes for private Saturday events, so check their homepage announcement banner before heading over. Dundas West subway station and the 505 Dundas streetcar drop you steps from the front door, where a separate bottle shop sells chilled cans daily.

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No.14
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Restaurant• Leslieville

Avling Kitchen & Brewery

“Best east-end brewery dinner: rooftop-farm plates on Queen East, closed Monday, reserve — not a pint-and-go.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Avling Kitchen & Brewery?** Anchoring Queen Street East just east of Carlaw Avenue in Leslieville, Avling Kitchen & Brewery occupies a transformed 1940s grocery store defined by high ceilings, warm timber frames, soft pink accents, and a productive 4,000-square-foot rooftop farm. Founded by brewer and chef Max Meighen, the spacious venue integrates an active cellar brewhouse with a polished full-service dining room, a long wraparound bar, and a breezy sidewalk patio. **Avling Kitchen & Brewery Menu & What to Order** The kitchen turns out Feast On-certified comfort food that puts its rooftop harvests, circular brewing spent grain, and local Ontario farms front and centre. The dry-aged Smash Burger on a house-made sesame milk bun and the buttermilk Fried Chicken Sammi layered with rooftop hot sauce and bumbleberry jam are standout mainstays. Pair your meal with house pours like the crisp Vienna Lager or Pale Fire IPA, and look for inventive vegetarian dishes like the marinated portobello mushroom burger. **Know Before You Go** Reservations are highly recommended for weekend brunch and prime evening dinner services, though walk-ins are readily seated along the bar counter for casual beers and bar snacks. The kitchen stops taking food orders 30 minutes prior to closing, and larger groups over 12 must coordinate through the events team. Catch the 501 Queen streetcar to Carlaw Avenue for direct transit access, or use the pay-and-display parking along Queen Street East.

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Bar• Canary District

Lost Craft Brewery (Canary)

“Best Distillery-adjacent taproom: Canary patio, kitchen, pool table — they send you to Google for the clock.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Lost Craft Brewery (Canary)?** Taking over the expansive corner space at 482 Front Street East on the border of the Canary and Distillery Districts, Lost Craft serves as the downtown taproom for Ontario's pioneering BIPOC-owned craft beer brand. The breezy, high-ceilinged room pairs floor-to-ceiling windows and industrial finishes with a pool table, multiple big-screen TVs, expansive bar seating, and a sprawling, dog-friendly street patio. It operates distinctly as a full-service social hub and night-out destination rather than an austere production warehouse. **Lost Craft Brewery (Canary) Menu & What to Order** Draft taps pour the brand's signature lineup, headlined by the flagship Revivale Lagered Ale, the clean Divercity Helles Lager, and the citrus-forward Supernatural IPA, alongside seasonal sours and ciders. From the kitchen, smashburgers on buttered buns and crispy jumbo wings lead the comfort-forward food lineup, backed by shareable warm soft pretzels and stone-baked pizzas like the Mediterranean pie. Order the rosemary fries alongside a crisp pint of lager for the quintessential table setup. **Know Before You Go** Reservations are available through OpenTable and recommended for larger groups on weekend nights or during televised sporting events, while walk-ins can usually grab a spot at the bar or on the patio. The taproom is dog-friendly outdoors and features a dedicated bottle shop counter for fresh takeaway cans. Transit access is simple via the 504 King streetcar stopping just west at Parliament.

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Bar• Etobicoke

Mascot Brewery (Etobicoke)

“Best Etobicoke brewpub: Advance Road beer garden, late Friday–Saturday, book a table — not a downtown tasting.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Mascot Brewery (Etobicoke)?** Tucked away in an industrial pocket of South Etobicoke at 37 Advance Road, Mascot Brewery's production flagship offers a sprawling, sunlit alternative to downtown taprooms. Founded by Aaron Prothro, the facility spans over 9,000 square feet, combining an active brewhouse with soaring ceilings, two full-service bars, booth seating, and a dog-friendly beer garden. The expansive venue operates as a lively neighbourhood hub for local craft enthusiasts, families, and casual groups. **Mascot Brewery (Etobicoke) Menu & What to Order** The kitchen turns out well-executed comfort food engineered to pair seamlessly with fresh, house-made draft pours. Table staples include crispy chicken wings tossed in bold sauces, griddled smash burgers, and loaded shareable plates, alongside a weekend brunch service. Beer drinkers should start with the flagship Juicy J New England IPA for its bright tropical notes or the crisp ODP Pilsner, while adventurous palates can pivot to the rotating tart kettle sours. **Know Before You Go** Walk-ins are easily accommodated across the dining hall and outdoor patio, but booking online is smart for larger groups during Friday and Saturday evening rushes. Free on-site parking makes driving simple, while transit users can hop on a quick connecting bus from Kipling TTC and GO Station. Don't leave without checking the front bottle shop for freshly canned limited-run releases and seasonals.

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Bar• The Junction

Rainhard Brewing

“Best Symes Road IPA: drink it fresh, kids and dogs in, noon–7 early-week — pair with the Destructor next door if you came this far.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Rainhard Brewing?** Located at 100 Symes Road in The Stockyards industrial pocket of the Junction, Rainhard Brewing is a pioneer of West Toronto's craft brewing boom. Founded in 2015 by brewer Jordan Rainhard in a converted 1940s manufacturing plant, the taproom features sandblasted walls, lofty industrial ceilings, and communal picnic tables flanked by glistening fermentation tanks. Seating spills out onto a relaxed front patio where dog owners and local hop fiends gather over fresh drafts poured straight from the production floor. **Rainhard Brewing Menu & What to Order** Rainhard operates on an unapologetic "drink fresh" philosophy with a heavy focus on hop-forward IPAs, clean lagers, and balanced sours. First-timers should start with their signature Armed 'N Citra dry-hopped pale ale, the assertive Kapow! West Coast IPA, or the crisp, traditional Classic Helles Lager. For fruitier profiles, the Rage & Love raspberry and lime sour brings sharp acidity, while dark beer fans can seek out Sweetback's Milk Stout when in rotation. While the brewery operates purely as a production taproom without a full kitchen, guests can scan table QR codes to order hot takeout directly to their seats from neighbouring partners like The Butchers BBQ. **Know Before You Go** Rainhard is strictly walk-in friendly with plenty of communal indoor seating and dog-friendly outdoor patio space. Reaching Symes Road takes a bit of deliberate travel—hop on the 71 Runnymede or 168 Symington bus from the subway, or take advantage of on-site parking if driving. The brewery runs Sunday to Tuesday from noon to 7:00 p.m. and Wednesday to Saturday from noon to 9:00 p.m., making it an ideal anchor for a craft beer crawl alongside nearby Junction Craft.

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Lost Craft official Stockyards photography from lostcraft.ca
Bar• Stockyards

Lost Craft Brewery (Stockyards)

“Best winter dog patio in the west end: Stockyards Lost Craft, 12 taps, kitchen — Canary if you want downtown.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Lost Craft Brewery (Stockyards)?** Situated along the industrial stretch of 837 Runnymede Road, Lost Craft Brewery operates a roomy west-end taproom, kitchen, and bottle shop in the Stockyards district. Founded by Shehan De Silva as Ontario's first BIPOC-owned brewing company, the space blends casual warehouse industrialism with warm wood communal tables, a long bar counter, and big-screen TVs for game days. Out back, a fully winterized, heated, and dog-friendly patio provides reliable outdoor seating throughout all four seasons. **Lost Craft Brewery (Stockyards) Menu & What to Order** The kitchen turns out reliable, beer-friendly pub staples designed to pair with 12 rotating draught taps. The double smash burger with seasoned fries and the loaded pub nachos headline the savory offerings, alongside crisp fried chicken bites and warm soft pretzel bites served with house beer cheese and mustard. Pair the food with a four-beer tasting flight or a pint of the flagship Revivale Lagered Ale—a clean, balanced Kölsch-style ale—or go for the Supernatural IPA, Divercity Helles Lager, or fruit-forward sours. Beyond beer, the bar serves canned cocktails from house sister label Dejado Tequila and non-alcoholic options. **Know Before You Go** Walk-ins are welcomed with plenty of spacious seating, though larger groups can submit reservation requests directly on the brewery's website. Street parking is accessible along Runnymede Road, and the 71 Runnymede bus offers a fast connection to Runnymede Station on TTC Line 2. The on-site bottle shop is open daily for chilled takeaway cans and mixed packs.

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