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Whether you're visiting Toronto from afar or lived here your whole life, we'd like to share our favourite spots for - SHOPPING / DINING / ART+CULTURE / ACCOMODATION / HEALTH+BEAUTY
Shopping
Livestock
116 Spadina Ave
The original sneaker spot from out West has made it's way East, carrying the usual top sneaker brands as well as clothing brands that include Stussy, BBC, Acapulco Gold, Futura Lab, Fresh Jive, and many others.
www.deadstock.ca
Goodfoot
431 Richmond St. W
For the discerning sneaker pimp, Goodfoot specializes in rare, collectible, and limited edition sneakers. Just ask KidX.
www.getonthegoodfoot.ca
Nomad
431 Richmond St. W
From the people who brought you Goodfoot, Nomad carries fashion forward men's clothing including labels such as A.P.C., Comme Des Garcons, Supreme, Surface to Air, and many others.
www.nomadshop.net
Delphic
706 Queen St. W
Sophisticated but casual, the trendsetting Delphic carries men and women's fashion from hard-to-find brands such as Filippa K, Julian Red, Dim Mak, J. Lindeberg and Acne.
Jonathan and Olivia
49 Ossington Ave
New to the block is Jonathan and Olivia, a forward-minded fashion boutique, featuring international clothing and accessories for both women and men, including clothing from Opening Cermony, Acne Jeans, Rag and Bone, and Vanessa Bruno.
www.jonathanandolivia.com
Noir
151 Bloor St. W
Mary and Peter's chic boutique carries top designers brands such Vivienne Westwood, Dolce & Gabbana, Anna Molinari, Undercover and more.
www.noir.to
Uncle Otis
A rare find in the Yorkville area, Uncle Otis carries higher-end men's streetwear, including brands Stussy, Ben Sherman, Costa Mesa, and others.
26 Bellair St.
www.uncleotis.com
Timmie Doggie Outfitters
867 Queen St. W
Timmie's brings a whole new meaning to designer dogs. The exclusive boutique carries clothing, accessories, food, aromatherapy, massage, and grooming for cats and dogs.
www.timmie.ca
Got Style
489 King St. W.
More a men's club than your typical menswear store, Got Style has everything a a style-conscious man needs.
www.gsmen.com
Carte Blanche
758 Queen St. W.
This edgy hipster boutique carries funky lines as Cheap Monday and New York's Jeremy Scott, as well as their own label Pink Cobra.
I Miss You
63 Ossington Ave
I Miss You offers higher quality vintage clothing and accessories, with a focus on designer labels and evening wear.
www.imissyou.ca
Print Fine Vintage
834 A College St.
In this tiny shop, you'll find vintage designer labels such as Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Pucci, and other classic finds.
The Paper Bag Princess
287 Davenport Rd
The Paper Bag Princess carries carries an impressive collection of vintage couture by designers such as Chanel, Christian Dior, Dolce and Gabbana, Versace, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, and others.
http://www.paperbagprincess.com/
Lavish and Squalor
253 Queen St. W
Carrying ultra-hip streetwear and one-of-a-kind accessories, Lavish and Squalor is all about cutting-edge style.
http://lavishandsqualor.com/
Boomer
The small but well-stocked shop really knows men's fashion, with a brand selection that includes J. Lindeberg, Hugo Boss and Cinque.
309 Queen Street West
Klaxon Howl
877 Queen St.W
The brother store to Delphic, Klaxon Howl sells vintage, denim and military-inspired menswear.
Dining
Le Gourmand
152 Spadina Ave.
Healthy breakfasts, gourmet sandwiches and salads, alongside a gourmet retail selection of imported chocolates, sweets, and cheese.
http://www.legourmand.com/
Thuet
609 King St. W
Modern fine dining that serves French cuisine with a strong Canadian influence.
http://www.thuet.ca/
Burrito Boyz
120 Peter St
Especially convenient for your late night hunger after a night out at CiRCA - just a block away are giant burritos with fresh produce that don't cost much. Expect a lineup.
http://www.burritoboyz.ca/
Aunties and Uncles
74 Lippincott St.
CiRCA hangover pick-me-up w/ mismatched retro decor, Aunties and Uncles is the best alternative to the typical diner brunch.
http://auntiesanduncles.ca/
Summer's Ice Cream
101 Yorkville Avenue
Summer's makes good old-fashioned homemade ice cream, including classic and original flavours.
Art Square Cafe
334 Dundas St W
Half-cafe, half-art gallery, Art Square Cafe specializes in sweet and savoury crêpes.
http://www.artsquaregallery.ca/Cafe/index.html
Sadie's Diner
504 Adelaide St. W
Vegetarian Diner featuring fresh squeezed juices, smoothies and shakes.
http://www.myspace.com/sadiesdiner
Balzac's
55 Mill St
Named after the French lover Honore de Balzac, this cafe in the Distillery Historic District is passionate about coffee.
http://www.balzacscoffee.com/
Sanko
730 Queen St W
Sanko is a one-stop shopping site for Japanese groceries and gifts.
http://www.toronto-sanko.com/en/
Clafouti
915 Queen St. W.
A french bakery known for it's delicious pastries, croissants, brioches, and breads.
Gilead Cafe
4 Gilead Pl.
Renowned chef Jamie Kennedy's newest venture is a cafeteria style restaurant that upholds to Kennedy's principles of local, sustainable, and delicious food.
http://www.gileadcafe.ca/
Pusateris
57 Yorkville Ave
Pusateris is an upscale grocery store best known for its unique products, superior quality, freshness, and customer service.
http://www.pusateris.com/
Red Tea Box
696 Queen W.
Elegant tea store with a small, but delicious selection of teas and cakes. The Red Tea Box also serves delicious lunches, and English-style high-tea in the afternoon.
John's Italian Caffe
27 Baldwin St.
Located in the charming Baldwin Village, John's Italian Caffe serves salads, panini, pasta and a good variety of pizza.
Terroni
720 Queen St. W
Traditional southern Italian fare.
http://www.terroni.ca/
Czehoski
678 Queen St. W
Once an old Polish deli, Czehoski carries that traditional Polish/Czech restaurant feel with a twist.
http://www.czehoski.com/
La Palette
256 Augusta Ave.
A classic Paris bistro on the edge of Kensington.
http://www.lapalette.ca/
Fresh
147 Spadina Ave
A gourmet vegetarian dining experience out of wholesome ingredients & delicious, non-traditional recipes.
http://juiceforlife.com/
Splendido
88 Harbord St.
Continually ranked as one of Canada's top fie dining experiences, Splendido has an eclectic menu with a Mediterranean twist.
http://www.splendido.ca/
One Restaurant
116 Yorkville Ave
Located inside the Hazelton Hotel, One showcases impeccable standards of food production and service.
http://www.onehazelton.com/
C5 Restaurant Lounge
100 Queen`s Park
Located at the pinnacle of the new Michael Lee-Chin Crystal inside the Royal Ontario Museum, C5 promises superlative gastronomic experiences and a sophisticated lounge environment.
Marben Resturant
488 Wellington St. W.
A globally inspired menu, Marben is Toronto's answer to an upscale, elegant, house party.
http://www.marbenrestaurant.com/
Art and Culture
Studio Gallery
Semi secret back-alley art gallery and frequent apres Randomland party spot - recent shows include work by So Me, Michel Gondry, Tiny Vices, Aurel Schmidt, and more.
http://www.studio.to
Le Gallery
1183 Dundas St. W.
Le focuses on the promotion and exposure of top emerging Canadian and international artists in critical contemporary practice.
http://le-gallery.ca/
Stephen Bulger Gallery
1026 Queen ST. W.
Stephen Bulger Gallery focuses on the exhibition and sale of international contemporary and historical photographs.
http://www.bulgergallery.com/
Pages Books and Magazines
256 Queen St. W.
Pages is an independent bookstore that specializes in books on contemporary literature, art, film and photography.
http://pagesbooks.ca/
This Ain't The Rosedale Library
86 Nassau St
An independent bookstore full of small press publications and a center for Toronto counterculture.
http://www.thisaint.ca/
Swipe Books
401 Richond St. W.
Swipe carriesa hip selection of books and other products on advertising and design.
http://www.swipe.com/
Magic Pony
694 Queen St. W
Magic Pony is a contemporary artshop and gallery that carries everything from clothing to designer toys and household items are created by some of the most eclectic, multi-disciplinary artists from Canada and all over the world.
http://www.magic-pony.com/
Queen Video
412 Queen St. W.
Queen Video stocks movies that are offbeat, the obscure, the seminal, and everything in between.
The Beguiling
601 Markham St.
Not just your average comic book store, The Beguiling showcases the largest selection of alternative, underground and avant-garde graphic stories.
http://www.beguiling.com/
Where to Stay
Hotel Le Germain
30 Mercer St.
Luxury boutique hotel located in Toronto's Theater District.
http://www.germaintoronto.com/en/index.asp
Soho Metropolitan Hotel
318 Wellington W
Toronto's newest designer boutique, the Soho Metropolitan specializes in upscale luxury and design.
http://www.metropolitan.com/soho/
The Drake Hotel
1150 Queen St. W.
The Drake Hotel has become a Toronto cultural, entertainment and culinary landmark.
http://www.thedrakehotel.ca/
Pantages Toronto Boutique Hotel and Spa
200 Victoria St
Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, Pantages Suites Hotel and Spa offers style and luxury while pairing contemporary design with modern architecture.
http://www.pantageshotel.com/
The Hazelton Hotel
118 Yorkville Ave
Toronto's most exclusive five star hotel, sets a new standard in style, detail and service.
http://www.thehazeltonhotel.com/
Park Hyatt Hotel
4 Avenue Rd
The Park Hyatt is a beautiful and classy hotel in one of the best locations in Toronto.
http://parktoronto.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp
The Windsor Arms
Located on a quiet street in Yorkville, The Windsor Arms has discreet luxury combined with an exceptional level of service.
http://www.windsorarmshotel.com/
Health and Beauty
Totum Life and Science
445 King St W
Totum offers upscale and modern fitness facilities feature the best equipment, a wide variety of classes and a talented team of personal training and rehabilitation professionals.
http://www.totum.ca/
The Yorkville Club
87 Avenue Rd
The exclusive fitness club can help you find a balance for your desired healthy lifestyle.
http://www.theyorkvilleclub.com/
Holt Renfrew Salon and Spa
50 Bloor St. W
Experience luxury spa treatments at Holt's Salon and Spa.
The Ten Spot
749 Queen St. W.
The Ten Spot is a a social spa/wax/beauty joint, that provides an inclusive, hip environment for nail primping and hair-tear treatments.
http://www.10spot.ca/
Grateful Head
1006 Dundas St W
A funky and trendy hair salon active in the neighbourhood's art and music community.
http://www.gratefulhead.ca/
John Steinberg and Associates
Celebrity hairstylist John Steinberg's salon promises consistently stylish colours and cuts.
585 King St W
http://www.johnsteinberghair.com/
Shampoo Hair Studio
32 St. Andrews St.
Avoid the pretension often alive in ultra-trendy urban mega-salons with this laid-back Kensington Market alternative.
Vidal Sasson Salon
37 Avenue Rd
Visit the Vidal Sasson Salon for an effortlessly sophisticated look.
http://www.sassoon.com/
The Yoga Sanctuary
2 College St.
With two yoga studios in Toronto, The Yoga Sanctuary offers a huge range of yoga classes for everyone from total beginners to advanced levels as well.
Jeanet Spa and Salon
140 Yorkville Ave
Jeanne is a premier wellness provider specializing in customized skincare, body treatments and hair services.
http://www.jeanetspa.com/
Lush Cosmetics
312 Queen St W
Complete range of natural handmade bath and body products including handmade natural soaps, bath bombs, shampoos, conditioners, and more.
http://www.lush.com/
Kiehl's
407 Queen St. W
Kiehl's is an original New York Pharmacy offering skin care, hair care and body care products made with the finest natural ingredients.
http://www.kiehls.com/_us/_en/home/index.aspx
Noor
21 Avenue Rd
A gallery-style concept boutique in Yorkville reveals a well-edited collection of luxe fragrances, skin care and accessories.
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