A night out in Toronto, ON

Mediterranean cuisine hails some of the tastiest dishes on the planet. A breakfast shakshouka, warm pita dipped in labneh, iskander, Turkish tea…the list goes on and on. Thank the heavens that Hogtown has jumped on the bandwagon, giving birth to a number of establishments to satisfy our cravings. And for those who have traveled and tasted the goods firsthand, I’m sure you’ll agree that Toronto does Mediterranean food justice.

Torontonians have long treated their Sunday morning hangovers with an indulgent brunch and a boozy Caesar, thus making the city’s selection decisively competitive. If you’re still reeling on your bar tab from last night, keep calm, because knocking back a glass of the beloved Canadian cocktail doesn’t have to break the bank. Here’s are some of our fave spots in Toronto offering unconscionably cheap Caesars.

Trying to decide where to go for your next uptown date night is about to get easier. We’ve lined up our top picks north of Bloor – from cozy gastropubs with an edge, to a charcuterie bar that moonlights as a coffee shop by day, to classic neighbourhood trattorias to see and be seen.

For many years, Toronto’s billiards scene was well, lacking. Elderly dives and pubs hosted rickety tables and a questionable clientele, while beloved brewpubs and craft cocktail spots remained mysteriously billiard-less. For a while there, it seemed there was nowhere in the city where you could enjoy some good company, delicious drinks and a few rounds of pool – that is, until these sweet bars stepped up.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply toasting the end of the workday, sometimes a glass of bubbly is in order. These Toronto bars are sure to put a sparkle in your champagne flute. Pop, clink, fizz.

University students aren’t the only locals visiting these popular Annex restaurants and wine bars – but you'll encounter plenty of them. Experiment with different vintages, find a new place to watch the Leafs’ game or drink enough wine to help jog your creativity for that paper you’ve been putting off.

Mojitos deliver a thirst-quenching blend of lime, rum and muddled mint leaves. These Cuban cocktails might be traditionally enjoyed in sunny locales, but you don’t have to wait until summertime to find a refreshing hit of green goodness in the city. Pull up a stool at these Toronto watering holes where the bartenders serve up creative and classic mojitos. [Imagecredit: iStock.com/GMVozd]

Grab a group of pals and get ready to relive your childhood. These popular Toronto hangouts pair tabletop nostalgia with gourmet food and drink for a guaranteed good time. Snack, sip and sink some battleships at these board game cafés.

Tired of the usual crowd at your local bar? Why not spice up your late-night revelry and try something new and novel. Enjoy an unforgettably unique experience at these Toronto theme bars.

There is nothing quite like a comprehensive wine list to match a beautiful food menu, but sometimes you want to try something different to drink with each course. The answer is a visit toone of Toronto’s fantastic wine bars and taverns, where talented sommeliers have done the hard part, creating a large list of wines by the glass and wine flights, leaving you to enjoy the fruit of their labours.

From boutique gems to luxurious chains, Toronto’s hotels are home to some of the city’s finest dining options. Whether you’re in town visiting or just playing tourist for the night, here are some hotel restaurants that’ll impress foodies from near and far.

Toronto is home to a number of cafés serving high-quality espresso in the daytime and top-notch cocktails in the evening. Looking for somewhere to settle in from midday to sundown? Check out these hybrid hangouts that’ll take you from day to night.