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Vintage shops, concept stores, and a bohemian vibe? Meet Parkdale!
The Parkdale Village neighborhood in Toronto is one of the city's many hipster neighborhoods. It's a neighborhood where everyone and everything lives side by side and is incredibly multicultural. Many young people live there because of the lower rents, and it's teeming with vintage home and fashion stores. The section near Queen West Street also boasts several good restaurants and fun (cocktail) bars. If you enjoy more alternative and up-and-coming neighborhoods, you'll definitely want to check this one out during your city break in Toronto. The best part of this neighborhood is on Queen Street West, as you pass under the train tracks between Gladstone and Dufferin. Which Parkdale hotspots in Toronto shouldn't be missed? Start with a coffee at Capital Espresso, shop at the vintage stores and The Designer Market, and finish your afternoon with tacos at Grand Electric. Have fun in Parkdale Village!
Grand Electric
11 X cafes and restaurants in Parkdale in Toronto
- Kitten and the Bear
- Grand Electric
- Loga's Corner
- The Abbott
- Glory Hole Doughnuts
- Chantecler
- Plentea Tea Bar
- Electric Mud BBQ
- Harry's
- Capital Espresso
- Parts & Labor
Tip: also check out our top list here 17 Best Restaurants in Toronto!
Glory Hole Donuts
4 X (cocktail) bars in Parkdale in Toronto
8 X (VINTAGE) Shopping at Parkdale in Toronto
- TDM aka The Designer Market
- Crowne Flora Studio
- Common Spell
- North Standard Trading Post
- Public Butter Vintage
- House of Vintage
- Chosen Vintage
- Made You Look Jewellery
Tip: also check out our blog with the best concept stores in Toronto!
Crowne Flora Studio
Toronto Travel Tips
>> HOW TO GET THERE: Jet Airways Fly daily from Amsterdam to Toronto from €402. You're there in just over eight hours! I flew in their Premier Class on my last trip, and the food was truly delicious. Highly recommended if you, like me, love Indian food!
>> WHERE TO STAY: Toronto has several nice neighborhoods where you can stay, but if you like the trendier areas, then the area around Queen Street West and Ossington Ave is recommended.
- Drake Hotel: Without a doubt, the hippest hotel in Toronto. With only 19 rooms and a fantastic rooftop bar where you can enjoy drinks after a day exploring the city.
- Shangri-La: If budget isn't an issue, you can't go wrong staying at the Shangri-La. If only for the Momofuku restaurant!
Happy travels!
TIP: discover more great addresses and travel tips in my books THE AMSTERDAM CITY GUIDE & WANDERLUST!
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ANNE
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