With a city as lively as ours, we can’t imagine being without a plethora of delectable dishes at any hour of the day. Whether we’re craving rich curry, greasy lo mein, or a perfect poutine, Toronto is home to some choice spots to grab a late night bite. Here’s our take on some of the best late night food by neighborhood — your hungover self will thank us later.
The Junction
The Hole In The Wall
Open til 2 a.m. and equipped with a saintly ambience (a-la stained glass windows above the bar), The Hole In The Wall is a Junction mainstay of the most divine eats. Try one of their melt-in-your-mouth Reuben sandwiches after a night out and trust us, you’ll believe in angels.
Cabbagetown
House on Parliament
A late night menu serving up meals until 1 a.m., you can grab everything from a delectable smoked duck breast salad to their godly bangers and mash. A great place to spend your night out with friends.
Chinatown
Swatow Restaurant
This modestly decorated joint has been saving us from late night hunger cravings for years. Because who doesn’t love some pork dumplings and chicken fried rice after a beer binge in Kensington Market? We definitely do. Open till 2 a.m. or later.
Little Italy
Bar Isabel
Spanish-inspired cuisine that’s plated beautifully and paired along some fine wines? Count us in! Open til 2 a.m., this spot in Little Italy serves sobrasada and foie gras, whole octopus, and so much more. A great spot to end a romantic date.
Trinity Bellwoods
Lakeview Restaurant
Open 24 hours and stacked with an amazing all-day breakfast menu, Lakeview is a solid choice to grab a bite after catching a show at The Garrison. Try one of their delicious milkshakes while you’re at it!
The Annex
Insomnia
With a late night menu serving from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m., you’ll never have to worry about going to bed hungry again. Insomnia serves up savory sammies (try their steak or fried chicken thigh sandwiches) and so much more!
Leslieville
Leslieville Pumps
Whether it’s a smoked butter chicken sammie with mango chutney, apple and arugula, or some unbeatable, traditional poutine, Leslieville Pumps is your spot for some greasy goodness. Open 24 hours and well-equipped with a “no-so-secret” curry special to make your late nights, great nights.
Liberty Village
Smoke’s Poutinerie
No Canadian best late night food list would be complete without a little (you-guessed-it) poutine! Smoke’s in Liberty Village is your best bet for a little post-boozing bliss. Open until 4 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Parkdale
Grand Electric
Open till 2 a.m., Grand Electric is a choice spot for authentic Mexican cuisine. Their beef cheek and pork belly tacos are just bursting with endless fresh flavours. For our vegetarian friends out there, the crispy cauliflower tacos will definitely keep you coming back for more!
Did we miss out on your favourite late night, divine dines? Let us know in the comments below!