A ToFoodies Guide to the Distillery District
The Distillery District is much more than the annual Christmas Market. All year round there are amazing restaurants, breweries, shops, artisans & more, that you have to check out. Here are some of our faves:
El Catrin
A distillery staple serving up Latin eats with a modern twist.
18 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
SOMA Chocolate
Handmade artisan inventive chocolates; perfect for you or that special someone.
32 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
Terroni Sud Forno Produzione e Spaccio
A short walk, just outside the borders of the Distillery Historic District, sits the Terroni Warehouse. Watch pasta pros make delicious Terroni staples while sipping wine and eating well in their cafe!
22 Sackville St, Toronto, ON M5A 3E2
Brick Street Bakery
Grab some fresh bread, meat pies and more at this 2-decade old bakery in the heart of the Distillery.
27 Trinity St, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
Bergo Designs
Can’t have a trip to the Distillery without checking out Bergo Designs quirky kitchen and home goods.
28 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
Cluny Bistro & Boulangerie
Named the best French restaurant in Toronto by multiple publications- definitely worth checking out their huge dining room, modern takes on French classics, and stunning design.
35 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
Balzac's Coffee
With locations all over the province, Balzac’s is an Ontario staple. Rumour has it their Distillery location is haunted…
1 Trinity St, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
Pure Spirits Oyster House & Grill
Fresh sustainable seafood, a raw bar, Ontario wines & more. What doesn’t the Distillery have?
17 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
Roselle Desserts
The cutest patisserie, a short walk outside the district on King East, with the most stunning looking and delicious tasting treats. The owners and head bakers met in France while working at Michelin-starred establishments and decided to open their own shop together here, in Corktown.
362 King St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1K9
Madrina Bar Y Tapas
Authentic Catalan Taperia with contemporary flair! This kitchen is also headed by a chef with Michelin-Star restaurant experience. They emphasize local and authentic Spanish ingredients, complementing the old with the new, and whimsey!
2 Trinity St, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
The Fermenting Cellar
When you see the red brick facades, huge metal beams and rustic wooden posts, you know you’re in the Distillery. This event space is no exception. Reflecting the beauty of the Distillery, this cellar is perfect for your next large-scale event!
28 Distillery Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
Cherry Street Bar‑B‑Que
Again, not quiteeeeee within the confines of the District but worth the short trip out. They specialize in Pit-Smoked BBQ over live oak fires. A meat lover’s dream!
275 Cherry St, Toronto, ON M5A 3L3
Arvo Coffee
Coffee shop by day, wine bar by night. Literally our two favourite things.
17 Gristmill Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4