Civil Liberties Friendly and approachable yet effortlessly cool , this bar encapsulates Toronto ’ s burgeoning cocktail scene . At this hip watering hole , there ’ s no menu ; simply tell the bar staff what you like and they can whip up something according to your specifications . You ’ ll be hard pressed not to order a second drink just to see what unique combinations they create .
Must-try : The selection of possible concoctions run the gamut from salty or sweet to earthy or medicinal . Here , you ’ ll find whatever your mood calls for . 878 Bloor St . W ., civillibertiesbar . com
Bar raval : aJ Fernando
Bar Raval Whether you ’ re visiting during the day for a latte and a croissant or in the evening to enjoy a tipple , the sweeping carved woodwork of the bar , ceiling , and walls is visually stunning . Sample your way through the menu of Spanish tapas like octopus a la planxa , fried eggplant and honey , and manchego cheese , and linger for an extra round of drinks or two from the extensive menu of craft cocktails , local beers , Spanish wine , and imported sherries and vermouths .
Must-try : The cocktail menu has some standouts , like the robust Ms . Primo ( Ketel One vodka , melon , and green chartreuse ) and the Baby Duck ( Bar Raval ’ s spin on the negroni ), but visitors would be remiss not to make a selection from the menu of Sherries to pair with snacks like the canned razor clams and sweetbreads . 505 College St ., thisisbarraval . com
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