DeSotos is a bar and restaurant with an American menu and a speakeasy-like ambiance. Dark-toned wood furniture, a piano which is use regularly during brunch-time jazz and open-mic nights and dim light gives the place a cozy and intriguing ambiance. The food is simple and hearty with options like fish and chips, mushroom burger, thin-crust pizzas which are made in a stone oven, and steak fries. Classic breakfast dishes like french toast and eggs Benedict are also available here.
If you are an avid brew lover then you have to seize the moment and head to the Bar Hop Brewco. They have over 200 rotating brews on tap monthly which are sourced from well-established breweries throughout Canada that you are sure to enjoy. Other than brews on tap indulge in other beverages like bourbon, whiskey and tequila or make a selection of wine from their collection of white and red varieties. Tease your taste buds with their delectable dishes like Grilled Thai Short Ribs and Fried Pig Cheek Mac and Cheese. The wood-furnished interiors add a rustic appeal to the restaurant.
This bi-level, massive bar is among the best spots in town for those who love beer, pizzas and sports. Catch the latest in Canadian sports that is streamed live at any of their screens. Root for your favorite team and nosh on delicious pizzas or other pub bites. King Taps also has two patios for an alfresco experience. With over 60 taps of craft beer and cider including local, regional and international brands, happy hours will be more exciting to try out different brews. They even have wine and cocktails. Enjoy live music held nightly.
Situated in the historic Distillery District, Mill Street Brew Pub has had the distinction of winning close to 60 awards, some of which include the Best Brewpub/Tied House in Ontario, Best Microbrewery and a gold medal in the Ontario Brewing Awards. Besides, it has also bagged prizes for its individual brews. This beer connoisseurs' destination is tucked away in a historic Victorian building and produces premium hand-crafted lager beers and ales. It boasts of a cozy ambience, with a large patio area, and spacious brick-walled and wooden interiors with multiple large screen televisions. It serves 14 hand-crafted lager beers including the popular Original Organic Lager and Tankhouse Ale. It also offers excellent snacks to complement the beverage selection and you can feast on Stuffed French Toast, Eggs Charlotte and Quiche. This pub hosts regular events and you can even take a tour of the brewery and watch them brew one of their award-winning beers. If you can't get enough of this place, you can take home some of their merchandise from their retail store on-site.
Located across the bustling Yonge Street, Crown & Dragon is a typical American sports bar. Casual and laid back ambiance is perfect to chill out with friends and watch the latest sporting actions. Its popularity almost doubled up after it has been voted for serving the 'Best Wings' in town. Apart from wings, it also serves fries, burgers, nachos, sandwiches and drinks like beer, cocktails and wine. So while you are in Toronto, do make some time to enjoy chilled beer along with the famed wings.