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The Best Late Night Restaurants in Toronto

Christine Peddie

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Christine Peddie

The Best Late Night Restaurants in Toronto

Toronto's best spots for late-night eats range from darling dives to refined rooms, each serving up an array of treats that satisfy, any time of day. Though Toronto has no shortage of eateries open past dinnertime, these spots offer something beyond the usual. From an upscale upgrade on a Big Mac to noodle bowls, shareable nachos and tapas, you can tuck into anything you crave, even in the dead of night. With options for takeout, delivery, and dine-in, there's food to be had, whether you're winding down, winding up or simply need a snack to fuel your Netflix binge. The next time you're hungry and it feels as though the city is slumbering, Toronto's best spots for late-night eats will have you licking your lips, and planning your next all-nighter.

Writer's Room

Cheap eats have their late-night place, but head to Writer's Room Bar and you'll appreciate the appeal of gorgeous nibbles supped long past your bedtime.

Writer's Room

Cheap eats have their late-night place, but head to Writer's Room Bar and you'll appreciate the appeal of gorgeous nibbles supped long past your bedtime.

Dundas West

1132 Dundas St W

The Lakeview

American

Offering the type of classic diner food late nights demand, The Lakeview Restaurant is the constant companion to many a local's nighttime shenanigans. Few things taste as joyous at 2 a.m. as a milk shake sipped alongside a classic triple-decker club.

The Lakeview

Dundas West

1132 Dundas St W

Offering the type of classic diner food late nights demand, The Lakeview Restaurant is the constant companion to many a local's nighttime shenanigans. Few things taste as joyous at 2 a.m. as a milk shake sipped alongside a classic triple-decker club.

American

The Famous Owl of Minerva

Korean

At The Famous Owl of Minerva, you'll find the type of nourishing, wholesome food you should be eating daily. Happily, it's also loaded with savoury flavour, and filling enough to tide you over until breakfast. With so many options, you may want to order a few extra dishes to tote home.

The Famous Owl of Minerva

At The Famous Owl of Minerva, you'll find the type of nourishing, wholesome food you should be eating daily. Happily, it's also loaded with savoury flavour, and filling enough to tide you over until breakfast. With so many options, you may want to order a few extra dishes to tote home.

Korean

The Cloak Bar

A secluded, sister speakeasy to Marben Restaurant, it's no wonder that The Cloak Bar serves great bites. Settle into the moody space and enjoy a sampling of snacks from the menu. Whatever you choose — whether the Japanese Pancake, Chorizo Hand Pie, or Quinoa Tots — you're sure to be pleasantly surprised.

The Cloak Bar

A secluded, sister speakeasy to Marben Restaurant, it's no wonder that The Cloak Bar serves great bites. Settle into the moody space and enjoy a sampling of snacks from the menu. Whatever you choose — whether the Japanese Pancake, Chorizo Hand Pie, or Quinoa Tots — you're sure to be pleasantly surprised.

Taste of China Seafood Restaurant

Chinese

Serving hot, fresh food until the early morning hours, it's no wonder Taste of China is a Chinatown favourite. Available for dine-in, takeout and delivery, the kitchen's wealth of dishes includes Cantonese staples, and plenty of fresh, seasonal seafood.

Taste of China Seafood Restaurant

Serving hot, fresh food until the early morning hours, it's no wonder Taste of China is a Chinatown favourite. Available for dine-in, takeout and delivery, the kitchen's wealth of dishes includes Cantonese staples, and plenty of fresh, seasonal seafood.

Chinese

Little Italy

431 College St

Sneaky Dee's

Part concert hall, part dive bar, all Tex-Mex, Sneaky Dee's will keep you well-fed and frolicking until last call.

Sneaky Dee's

Little Italy

431 College St

Part concert hall, part dive bar, all Tex-Mex, Sneaky Dee's will keep you well-fed and frolicking until last call.

Downtown Toronto

218 Adelaide St W

Smoke's Poutinerie

If, after too many wobbly pops only poutine will do, direct yourself toward Smoke's for some of the heartiest versions out there. Topped with an unholy combination of ingredients — from pulled pork and popcorn chicken to perogies, fried pepperoni and much, much more — Smoke's has a poutine guaranteed to to help hush all that hooch.

Smoke's Poutinerie

Downtown Toronto

218 Adelaide St W

If, after too many wobbly pops only poutine will do, direct yourself toward Smoke's for some of the heartiest versions out there. Topped with an unholy combination of ingredients — from pulled pork and popcorn chicken to perogies, fried pepperoni and much, much more — Smoke's has a poutine guaranteed to to help hush all that hooch.

Danforth Village

875 Danforth Ave

Square Boy

A Danforth staple, this inviting diner doles out substantial plates from morning until late. Indulge in souvlaki, burgers, and more, next to devoted regulars who've been supporting Square Boy since the '80s.

Square Boy

Danforth Village

875 Danforth Ave

A Danforth staple, this inviting diner doles out substantial plates from morning until late. Indulge in souvlaki, burgers, and more, next to devoted regulars who've been supporting Square Boy since the '80s.

Yonge and Bloor

7 Charles St W

7 West Cafe

A Yorkville mainstay for over 30 years, 7 West Café is a family-favourite spot that offers comfort food around the clock. Whether you're dining late, or very, very early, this is the place to assuage hunger pangs with pizzas, pastas, breakfast staples, and more.

7 West Cafe

Yonge and Bloor

7 Charles St W

A Yorkville mainstay for over 30 years, 7 West Café is a family-favourite spot that offers comfort food around the clock. Whether you're dining late, or very, very early, this is the place to assuage hunger pangs with pizzas, pastas, breakfast staples, and more.

Rol San

Chinese

As busy at night as it is midday, Rol San dishes out dim sum standards at a quick clip. For takeout, delivery or, to eat in person with your peeps, these are the types of dishes that will satisfy and help you sleep like a baby.

Rol San

As busy at night as it is midday, Rol San dishes out dim sum standards at a quick clip. For takeout, delivery or, to eat in person with your peeps, these are the types of dishes that will satisfy and help you sleep like a baby.

Chinese

Pho Pasteur

Cheap, cheerful, and available until 4 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, Pho Pasteur's menu of dishes are the ultimate in comfort.

Pho Pasteur

Cheap, cheerful, and available until 4 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, Pho Pasteur's menu of dishes are the ultimate in comfort.

Pinkerton's Snack Bar

If food isn't top of mind early on, by late night you need Pinkerton's to save the day. Beyond the kitchen's unique variety of bao, a sunny assortment of snacks revives, any time of the day.

Pinkerton's Snack Bar

If food isn't top of mind early on, by late night you need Pinkerton's to save the day. Beyond the kitchen's unique variety of bao, a sunny assortment of snacks revives, any time of the day.

Paris Paris

For one last glass of wine, accompanied by something stellar, Paris Paris has the table you seek. On the menu, find cheese and charcuterie, seafood, salads and, hefty, crackly onion rings fried to the perfect hue. In other words, the perfect late-night nibble.

Paris Paris

For one last glass of wine, accompanied by something stellar, Paris Paris has the table you seek. On the menu, find cheese and charcuterie, seafood, salads and, hefty, crackly onion rings fried to the perfect hue. In other words, the perfect late-night nibble.

Trinity Bellwoods

90 Ossington Ave

Oddseoul

A favourite Ossington haunt, Oddseoul is open "until late," to meet all of your gustatory needs. Casual and down-to-earth, Oddseoul's snacks pack a disarming amount of flavour into each bold, bright, bewitching bite. Sit on the back patio and don't be surprised if you end up ordering the entire menu.

Oddseoul

Trinity Bellwoods

90 Ossington Ave

A favourite Ossington haunt, Oddseoul is open "until late," to meet all of your gustatory needs. Casual and down-to-earth, Oddseoul's snacks pack a disarming amount of flavour into each bold, bright, bewitching bite. Sit on the back patio and don't be surprised if you end up ordering the entire menu.

West Queen West

1214 Queen St W

Melody Bar

Though Melody Bar serves a tempting assortment of snacks until late, don't be surprised if you're too distracted by the karaoke, dancing and all-out merriment around you to focus on the food. Still, with many memorable bites on offer, you'll want to give chef Richard Singh's menu its moment before joining in the fun.

Melody Bar

West Queen West

1214 Queen St W

Though Melody Bar serves a tempting assortment of snacks until late, don't be surprised if you're too distracted by the karaoke, dancing and all-out merriment around you to focus on the food. Still, with many memorable bites on offer, you'll want to give chef Richard Singh's menu its moment before joining in the fun.

Little Italy

503 College St

LoPan

Located above Dailo, LoPan features a similar menu of new-Asian snacks, with creative cocktails to enjoy alongside. Chef Nick Liu's Big Mac Bao is reason enough to stop in when you need a late-night pick-me-up.

LoPan

Little Italy

503 College St

Located above Dailo, LoPan features a similar menu of new-Asian snacks, with creative cocktails to enjoy alongside. Chef Nick Liu's Big Mac Bao is reason enough to stop in when you need a late-night pick-me-up.

Liberty Eats

Ideal for night noshing in the comfort of home, Liberty Eats has a menu that covers cravings from poutine to burritos. Open until 2 a.m. nightly, this spot hits the spot, whether you've just finished a shift, need to fuel a Netflix binge or simply need sustenance beyond what your kitchen can provide.

Liberty Eats

Ideal for night noshing in the comfort of home, Liberty Eats has a menu that covers cravings from poutine to burritos. Open until 2 a.m. nightly, this spot hits the spot, whether you've just finished a shift, need to fuel a Netflix binge or simply need sustenance beyond what your kitchen can provide.

Kinka Izakaya

Kinka Izakaya is the type of place you plan your night around. Refuel before your next step with a menu of late-night eats, ranging from takoyaki to matcha tiramisu.

Kinka Izakaya

Kinka Izakaya is the type of place you plan your night around. Refuel before your next step with a menu of late-night eats, ranging from takoyaki to matcha tiramisu.

Insomnia

Breakfast & Brunch

The Bloor Street spot you know and love for brunch, is also open late, offering a menu of light bites and shareable eats until 2 a.m. daily. Elegant and full-service, you can expect quality drinks, service and food whether you're having trouble sleeping or are simply squeezing life for every ounce of pleasure it has to offer.

Insomnia

The Bloor Street spot you know and love for brunch, is also open late, offering a menu of light bites and shareable eats until 2 a.m. daily. Elegant and full-service, you can expect quality drinks, service and food whether you're having trouble sleeping or are simply squeezing life for every ounce of pleasure it has to offer.

Breakfast & Brunch

House on Parliament

There's comfort, and then there's House on Parliament. It's a place that's so well-versed in hospitality and casual contentment that visiting feels like popping in to see dear friends. Stop in, even late, and enjoy a rotating menu of classic, comfort-food favourites.

House on Parliament

There's comfort, and then there's House on Parliament. It's a place that's so well-versed in hospitality and casual contentment that visiting feels like popping in to see dear friends. Stop in, even late, and enjoy a rotating menu of classic, comfort-food favourites.

House of Gourmet

Chinese

It's hard to beat the soul-affirming, nourishing, wholly satisfying nature of late-night Chinese food. Whether you crave a snack, or an entire spread fit for a small army, House of Gourmet has what you want, into the wee hours of the morning.

House of Gourmet

It's hard to beat the soul-affirming, nourishing, wholly satisfying nature of late-night Chinese food. Whether you crave a snack, or an entire spread fit for a small army, House of Gourmet has what you want, into the wee hours of the morning.

Chinese

Dundas West

2 Lakeview Ave

Hanmoto

Japanese

As famous for its discreet doorway as its spicy, lacquered Dyno Wings, Hanmoto is just the place to hide away and raise a glass to a night well spent.

Hanmoto

Dundas West

2 Lakeview Ave

As famous for its discreet doorway as its spicy, lacquered Dyno Wings, Hanmoto is just the place to hide away and raise a glass to a night well spent.

Japanese

416 Snack Bar

If you staunchly believe that late-night eats shouldn't require cutlery, then 416 Snack Bar just might be your mecca. A place that's been reservation- and cutlery-free since 2011, it boasts a menu of handheld delights, ranging from oysters and crunchy tofu to bao, sandwiches, and more. Best of all? It's open until 2 a.m., every day of the week.

416 Snack Bar

If you staunchly believe that late-night eats shouldn't require cutlery, then 416 Snack Bar just might be your mecca. A place that's been reservation- and cutlery-free since 2011, it boasts a menu of handheld delights, ranging from oysters and crunchy tofu to bao, sandwiches, and more. Best of all? It's open until 2 a.m., every day of the week.

Kensington Market

2a Kensington Ave

El Rey Mezcal Bar

End your night at El Rey, with its tempting menu of tacos, tostadas, quesadillas, and more. Available until midnight, Wednesday to Sunday, they're all perfect accompanied by the restaurant's Mexican-inspired cocktails and impressive array of namesake booze.

El Rey Mezcal Bar

Kensington Market

2a Kensington Ave

End your night at El Rey, with its tempting menu of tacos, tostadas, quesadillas, and more. Available until midnight, Wednesday to Sunday, they're all perfect accompanied by the restaurant's Mexican-inspired cocktails and impressive array of namesake booze.

Casa Madera

End your night on a high note, at one of King West's swankiest spots. With a menu of coastal treasures, inspired cocktails, and entertainment, time will fly until last call at 2 a.m.

Casa Madera

End your night on a high note, at one of King West's swankiest spots. With a menu of coastal treasures, inspired cocktails, and entertainment, time will fly until last call at 2 a.m.

Bar Reyna

Mediterranean

Bar Reyna is a welcome respite in the heart of Yorkville. With a menu of Mediterranean eats, most made for sharing, there's something to satisfy, whether it's your last stop of the night, or there's plenty more fun to be had.

Bar Reyna

Bar Reyna is a welcome respite in the heart of Yorkville. With a menu of Mediterranean eats, most made for sharing, there's something to satisfy, whether it's your last stop of the night, or there's plenty more fun to be had.

Mediterranean

Little Italy

505 College St

Bar Raval

Spanish

Open until 11 p.m., seven days a week, Bar Raval offers the type of menu cocktails demand. Join the waitlist and settle in knowing exactly where your night will take you.

Bar Raval

Little Italy

505 College St

Open until 11 p.m., seven days a week, Bar Raval offers the type of menu cocktails demand. Join the waitlist and settle in knowing exactly where your night will take you.

Spanish

King West

485 King St W

Baro

With three options for where to dine — the main dining room, Pablo's Snack House and the rooftop patio — heading to Baro for a nightcap, is as worry-free as possible. Whether you prefer to focus on food, or keep the party going, there's a room for that, with a menu to match.

Baro

King West

485 King St W

With three options for where to dine — the main dining room, Pablo's Snack House and the rooftop patio — heading to Baro for a nightcap, is as worry-free as possible. Whether you prefer to focus on food, or keep the party going, there's a room for that, with a menu to match.

Dufferin Grove

797 College St

Bar Isabel

Open seven days a week until 11 p.m., Bar Isabel turns snack time, into tapas time. Trust us when we say, the latter is infinitely more elegant and satisfying. Nibble on pan con tomate, patatas bravas, and the fanciest tin fish money can buy, and rest easy knowing you won't go to bed hungry.

Bar Isabel

Dufferin Grove

797 College St

Open seven days a week until 11 p.m., Bar Isabel turns snack time, into tapas time. Trust us when we say, the latter is infinitely more elegant and satisfying. Nibble on pan con tomate, patatas bravas, and the fanciest tin fish money can buy, and rest easy knowing you won't go to bed hungry.

Bar Chica

Fuel a night at Bar Chica with a menu of modern tapas, available until 1:30 a.m. from Thursday to Saturday. Served alongside Spanish wines, craft cocktails and an intriguing sherry selection, each bite will transport you to Barcelona via Portland Street.

Bar Chica

Fuel a night at Bar Chica with a menu of modern tapas, available until 1:30 a.m. from Thursday to Saturday. Served alongside Spanish wines, craft cocktails and an intriguing sherry selection, each bite will transport you to Barcelona via Portland Street.