Garraferia

What is Garraferia? Anchoring a vibrant stretch of College Street in Dufferin Grove, Garraferia operates as a traditional Portuguese wine tavern, specialty bottle shop, and espresso cafe. The space features floor-to-ceiling racks of regional Portuguese vintages, rustic wine barrels, and low-key counter and table seating. It transitions effortlessly from a relaxed daytime cafe serving galão into an evening neighbourhood hub for Portuguese petiscos and drinks.

Garraferia Menu & What to Order The menu revolves around Portuguese comfort classics and casual drinking food that pair directly with the cellar selection. The signature order is the bifana, layered with thin-sliced marinated pork drenched in spiced garlic jus on a crusty roll, alongside the garlicky prego steak sandwich. Balance the savoury handhelds with flamed chouriço, imported tinned fish boards, and a crisp Porto Tónico or house-concocted Pastel de Nata Martini.

Know Before You Go Seating operates on a first-come, first-served walk-in basis, with weekend evenings drawing steady crowds for wine and small plates. The 506 Carlton streetcar stops right outside near Dovercourt Road, while paid street parking is available along College Street. The venue is open seven days a week, with retail cafe hours running daily and late-night bar service on Fridays and Saturdays.