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Folow our picks of the best of central Toronto's coolest 'hoods. Bars, restaurants, cafes & more...the very best from the front lines of urban T.O.

Toronto, Canada
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24 places updated April 25, 2022
When you're hung over and can't for the life of you think of where to go for brunch.
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9 places updated March 13, 2013
The best of the Upper Beach/Danforth! Reasonably priced, the Upper Beach is strategically positioned in the centre of 3 lively areas: Little India, the Danforth and the Beach—the best of many worlds.
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9 places updated October 28, 2013
The best of the Junction! Small town charm in the city. A strong sense of community. A mix of cultures and diverse population: artists, families, agents of gentrification, & edgy urban grittiness.
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20 places updated November 10, 2021
On the verge of serious gentrification, Brockton (like its neighbour Parkdale) is changing at a breakneck pace. Around the corner from serious hipness, it's still unpretentious & affordable...for now.
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9 places updated November 10, 2021
The best of Riverdale! One of downtown Toronto's most desirable, trendy residential neighbourhoods--what with tons of green space, fabulous schools and easy access to downtown...what's not to love?
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18 places updated June 11, 2013
The best of Parkdale! A serious Canadian mosaic, here you can get awesome roti, searing South Indian, yak butter tea, Ethiopian…all in the same block. Plus it’s unpretentious & easy on the wallet.
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    "Seriously?! If I close my eyes I could be at my favourite street stall in Athens. An unassuming but authentic revelation...in a down-home Greek way. Have a Cretan Salad or Gyros with fries inside"
    the BREL teamthe BREL team · March 28, 2014
    Greek
    · Toronto, Canada
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    "One of the best kept secrets in King West's soft loft world. Stylish, with low condo fees and a location that's in the middle of everything but tucked away off the King St madness"
    the BREL teamthe BREL team · March 28, 2014
    Apartment or Condo
    · Toronto, Canada
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    "Holding down the fort (for the moment) on the weirdly dead stretch of Gerrard, with high-demand residential on both sides. Cozy--a great place to hang for a few hours."
    the BREL teamthe BREL team · January 26, 2014
    Café
    · Toronto, Canada
    6.5
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    "French to the core--'nuff said."
    the BREL teamthe BREL team · January 26, 2014
    Bakery
    · Toronto, Canada
    8.4
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    "The best lighting store in King West!"
    the BREL teamthe BREL team · November 11, 2013
    Lighting
    · Toronto, Canada
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    "Attention to detail, great location, and a sweet common rooftop patio complete with requisite hot tub"
    the BREL teamthe BREL team · August 21, 2013
    Apartment or Condo
    · Toronto, Canada