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Raise a glass this summer at these five must-try cocktail bars in Toronto

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From cozy, decked out, and neutral spaces to one-of-a-kind drink menus, the city’s cocktail scene truly has something for everyone. (Courtesy: @shamefultikito/Instagram; @docsgreendoorlounge/Instagram)

Toronto is a city that knows how to mix things up, whether it’s crafting the perfect cocktail or creating the perfect atmosphere to enjoy it in. 

From cozy, decked out, and neutral spaces to one-of-a-kind drink menus, the city’s cocktail scene truly has something for everyone. 

Here are five must-visit cocktail bars in Toronto that are waiting for you to take a sip out of summer. 

Mother

Address: 874 Queen St. W. 

Step into this chic, modern, and retro cocktail bar to experience the mother of eccentrically crafted cocktails.

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Known for its ever-changing drink menu and delicately crafted concoctions, Mother is the perfect spot to sip on something reminiscent of summer. 

From the boldly crafted Truffle Croissant cocktail to classics like the Honey + and fermented barrel-aged Canadian brews, Mother is offering nothing short of a refreshing twist on some of your cocktail favourites.  

And the best part? The bar offers a laid-back and cozy vibe made to compliment its comforting food menu. 

To learn more about Mother, click here

Rooms Café 

Address: 915 Dupont St. 

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Tucked into a warehouse along an industrial stretch on Dupont is where you’ll find Rooms Coffee, a Japanese-inspired, vinyl-only cocktail bar serving up more than milky, boozy, and tasty cocktails. 

The café-turned-cocktail bar offers hi-fi listening vibes, and is intentionally decorated with hanging plants, disco balls, movie projectors, sound equipment, comfy lounge couches, and a DJ booth to make for a relaxed summer night. 

Each drink on the menu is carefully crafted with a specific record in mind, blending each sip with song and infusing you with a unique tone. 

To learn more about Rooms Coffee, click here to visit its Instagram page. 

The Shameful Tikki Room 

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Address: 777 Queen St. W. 

No need for passports when visiting this tropical-inspired cocktail bar. 

The Shameful Tikki Room is transporting its guests to paradise with a cocktail list and atmosphere designed to house a fun summer night out. 

From dim lighting to coconut and tiki mugs, this cocktail bar is ready to quench your thirst with its signature blends and imaginative mixtures. 

Looking for more? Head upstairs to Triple 7, a new lounge created by the owners of The Shameful Tikki Room that sits right above the cocktail bar itself. 

Click here to learn more about The Shameful Tikki Room. 

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Bar Raval 

Address: 505 College St.  

This intimate, trendy, and Barcelona-inspired pinto bar is serving up handcrafted cocktails with a Mediterranean twist, inviting you to drop in on a warm summer evening for a casual cocktail with friends or a romantic date night for two. 

The space is decorated with a unique blend of wood, tile, and bright, vibrant lighting, offering a laid-back yet stylish atmosphere perfect for any summer night. 

Click here to learn more about Bar Raval. 

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Doc’s Green Door Lounge 

Address: 3106 Dundas St. W. 

“For a good time [and a martini] call Doc.” 

Doc’s Green Door Lounge, nestled in the heart of Toronto’s Junction neighbourhood, is a charismatic café by day and classic cocktail bar by night, serving up an electric mix of classic, contemporary, and non-alcoholic cocktails made perfect for any summer night. 

Not in it for the cocktails? Doc’s has you covered with its variety of wines, local beers, and good snacks. 

Learn more about Doc’s Green Door Lounge here

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