10 Best Gastropubs in Toronto

Fox on John is a modern British restaurant in Toronto operating as a spacious, casual alehouse with draft beer, hearty pub food and pool tables. It suits diners planning brunch, pre-show meals or drinks and shared appetizers. Brunch offerings described include bottomless mimosas, while a Wednesday pasta special and discounted appetizers provide additional reasons to visit.

O'Grady's On Church is a Church & Wellesley corner tavern serving pub food late, weekend brunch and adjoining patios. It is particularly suited to diners who want entertainment with their meal, including drag shows and drag brunches. The menu includes pub staples, sandwiches, salads, starters and vegan options, though the vegan selection is limited.

Scotland Yard Pub is a relaxed English-style restaurant serving pub food and drink specials from Sunday to Thursday. It suits casual meals, gatherings with friends and sports-viewing occasions, with dart boards, football matches and a patio adding entertainment beyond the menu. Dishes mentioned include wings, burgers, poutine, sausages and fish and chips, alongside beer and cocktails.

House on Parliament is a Toronto gastropub with a dark-wood setting, local and global beers, bar bites and British fare. It works well for casual meals, drinks and group occasions, with a menu that includes fish and chips, steak sandwiches, hummus, falafel and Sunday prime rib. Multiple floors and a rooftop patio add variety to the pub setting.

The Harbord House is a relaxed, bi-level Toronto gastropub with a patio, housemade comfort food and local draft beer. It suits casual meals, drinks and low-key visits, including midday stops. Fish and chips, calamari, fried chicken sandwiches and sticky toffee pudding are among the dishes mentioned in dining details, while the upstairs patio is described as a comfortable option for a quieter visit.

Bramble Gastropub is an easygoing Toronto eatery serving steaks, burgers and ribs alongside an extensive wine list. Its menu also includes elevated British-inspired pub dishes such as lamb Scotch eggs and Sunday roast, while the playful Alice in Wonderland-inspired interior gives the room a more theatrical character. It suits casual dinners, brunches, family meals and drinks.

The Queen & Beaver Public House is a polished British gastropub with British decor, pub cuisine, pints, two patio decks and sports on TV. Its menu includes fish and chips, burgers, bacon-and-egg butties, Sunday roast and sticky toffee pudding, while a broad beer selection supports casual drinks and match viewing. It suits diners wanting a traditional pub setting for food, pints or sports.

The Corner Place is a laid-back Toronto gastropub focused on small plates and international cuisine. Its stylish yet relaxed setting works for daytime meals, drinks near St. Lawrence Market and patio visits, while a beer selection and happy-hour drinks add to its bar appeal. Evening visits can become lively, making daytime a better fit for easy conversation.

The Rabbit Hole is a Toronto gastropub serving British-inspired dishes such as Welsh rarebit and beef tartare, alongside a patio, cocktails and a British pub atmosphere. It suits date nights, after-work drinks, corporate lunches and slower downtown meals, with menu highlights including fish and chips, steak and mushroom pie, Scotch eggs and burgers.

Prohibition House is a relaxed gastropub serving locally sourced dishes, wines and cocktails in a dark bar setting with a terrace. It suits brunch diners, solo visitors and groups looking for substantial pub food, with a menu that includes breakfast plates, French toast, mussels, fried mushrooms and desserts. The venue is also noted for generous portions and a comfortable pub atmosphere.