Bossanova

What is Bossanova? Anchoring the south end of Roncesvalles Avenue, Bossanova is an independent boutique bottle shop and companion wine bar created by sommelier Ben Plisky-Somers and certified beer sommelier Dan Grant. The bright, intimate space features historic tin ceilings, curated bottle-lined shelving, and a relaxed bar counter designed for serious sipping without pretentious airs. It functions as both a prime west-end retail hub for rare imports and a cozy tasting parlour for Roncy locals.

Bossanova Menu & What to Order The rotating beverage board pours over 50 low-intervention wines, biodynamic gems, and niche craft beers alongside a tightly edited snack menu. Pair an unfortified Spanish white or a local farmhouse ale with their Iberian-style conservas, served Catalan-style poured directly over Himalayan salt crisps with piquillo peppers and fresh baguette. The cheese boards—sourced from nearby The Thin Blue Line—and crisp cod croquetas are essential orders. Dietary inclusivity is a priority here, with exceptional plant-based cheese selections, vegan empanadas, and gluten-free crackers readily available.

Know Before You Go Half the bar space is perpetually reserved for walk-ins, though reservations for organized flights or group tastings can be booked through their website. The bottle shop opens daily for takeaway, while the adjacent bar pours Wednesday through Saturday afternoons and evenings. Street parking is metered along Roncesvalles, but hopping on the 504 King or 501 Queen streetcar drops you steps from the front door.