Corduroy Lounge

What is Corduroy Lounge? Set along Queen Street East in Leslieville in the former Baldini space, Corduroy Lounge is a retro-styled neighbourhood bar and social hub steered by Glaswegian hospitality veteran Iain. The room pairs mid-century Bauhaus fixtures and timber paneling with mint green walls, vinyl spinning on the turntable, and cozy corduroy banquettes. It offers an easygoing, living-room atmosphere built for spontaneous weeknight dinners and late-evening pours.

Corduroy Lounge Menu & What to Order The kitchen keeps things concise with high-standard British comfort food executed with fine-dining precision. The haddock and chips is the standout order, layered over thrice-cooked chips with a sharp, dill-and-caper house tartare, while the pie and mash and the beef-stuffed Yorkie special deliver pure tavern comfort. Pair your dinner with a fresh pint of Guinness or signature cocktails like the absinthe-tinged Divine Intervention and the crisp Whiskey Apple, saving room for a rich sticky toffee pudding.

Know Before You Go Service is primarily walk-in focused, and the intimate room fills rapidly with locals heading into weekend evenings. The 501 Queen streetcar drops you right out front, with Green P street parking lining Queen East. Note the evening-focused operating schedule running Tuesday through Saturday until late, along with shorter Sunday afternoon service.