The Fifth Social Club

  In 1995, when we first took hold of our historic Gastown brewpub location, we discovered that the building had a rare steam heat system. A remnant from forward thinkers of a century past. Our brewmaster had only read of steam powered brewing, but had never seen a functional steam brewery. These are very rare

923 Dundas W, Toronto, Ontario M6J 1W3 416-792-7511 Cocktails are finally deposing the vodka soda, yet shockingly few T.O. bars are devoted to (or capable of) crafting perfect drinks. This is one of them. The list, hilariously captioned and meticulously constructed by owner Jen Agg and bar manager David Greig, features seasonally updated signatures like

924 Queen West, Toronto, Ontario 647-348-2525 The second venture from Team Barchef (Frankie Solarik and Brent VanderVeen) is a smoking-jacketed throwback worlds away from its mother ship’s hyper-modernist sensibilities. Housed in the former Ursa at Queen and Shaw, Furlough is dim, polished and classically inclined. Just the spot for an aperitif – try the Lee-Metford

The Wren Where: 1382 Danforth Ave., east of Greenwood Ave. Hours: 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays; 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. Sundays; 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. Monday to Wednesday; 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Thursday Vibe: Casual Room for dancing: No Can you order food: Yes Of Note: This cozy bar has a

The story begins in 1991, when Jean-François begins delving into home brewing experiments. He quickly develops a passion for the trade and begins thinking of a brewing as a career Having emerged on the scene by brewing audacious beers, Dieu du Ciel! continually seeks to question itself, to experiment and to evolve at all levels.

Datcha is a Mile-End neighborhood bar and nightclub that plays an eclectic mix of electro, house, funk, disco, and “multi-culti” beats. Promoting both local and international DJs, this is a dark, intimate setting that consists of two separate rooms: a dance floor in one and in the other you’ll find the “Kabinet”, where inventive cocktails

924 College, Toronto, Ontario M6H 1A4 416-792-4497 Emmet Ray is somewhat of a mythical character. Some claim he did not exist, some know he did. Jazz aficionados may be aware of this little known gypsy jazz guitarist of the 1930s and 40s. And Woody Allen’s 1999 film “Sweet and Lowdown,” aimed to shed some light

Transport you to an extraordinary, multi-dimensional universe that evolves throughout the night. 45,000 square feet of striking design and unexpected wonder combine with powerful sound, immersive light, sensual forms and tactile details to delight and astound at every turn. With breathtaking views of the city skyline, waterfront and the dramatic 65-foot stage, wherever you are

1007 Bloor W, Toronto, Ontario M6H 1M1 416-519-3139 Beer lovers will find this quaint Bloorcourt watering hole mighty agreeable. Owner Tamara Wise’s beer selection might seem spartan at first glance, but the taps and fridge have been thoughtfully curated to strike a balance between local and lesser-known brews, many of them hard to find. Wise’s