It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and we’re getting into the Christmas spirit! Toronto bars are going out by decking their halls with twinkling lights and concocting fun holiday-themed menus. Celebrate this festive season with a drink in your hand and warm vibes by visiting these festive bars!
1. Project Gigglewater
Location: 1369 Dundas Street West
Project Gigglewater puts a lot of work into maintaining their title as the ultimate Christmas cocktail bar, and you’re sure to feel it! If the Christmas lights, seasonal cocktails and warm vibes weren’t enough, $1 from each signature sip will be donated to Covenant House Toronto so you’ll be sure to get in the Christmas spirit!
Photo by @projectgigglewater on instagram
2. Compton Avenue: A Christmas Carol
Location: 1282 Dundas Street West
This iconic bar in downtown Toronto is transforming into a London-esque holiday bar, perfected with holiday music, festive decorations, and of course, cocktails! Compton Avenue will be donating $1 from each cocktail sold to the Salvation Army, so celebrate the season of giving by giving back with each drink!
Photo by @barcomptonave on Instagram
2. Miracle Toronto
Location: 875 Bloor Street West
This pop-up cocktail bar goes all out for Christmas. With elaborate decorations, holiday themed cocktails, as well as a visit from Kris Kringle himself, Miracle is a perfect location to get festive! Of course, what’s a Christmas bar without the spirit of giving? $1 of every drink sold and a portion of the door fee will be donated to the charity organization Nellie’s!
Photo by @miracletoronto on Instagram
4. Ginger’s Cocktail Bar
Location: 12 Sousa Mendes Street
For the gingerbread lovers out there, there is a bar for you! Ginger’s cocktail bar creates their own little winter wonderland for you to immerse yourself in, and there will be plenty of gingerbread themed cocktails and treats on the menu. This kid-friendly bar also gives back this season by including a $5 donation to the Daily Bread Food Bank when you make a reservation.
Photo by @gingerscocktailbar on instagram
Papi Chulo’s: Mistletoe’s and Margharita’s
Location: 121 Ossington Avenue
Papi Chulo’s is always ready to have a good time, and this winter season is no exception! Try out their amazing Mexican-style holiday cocktails and you can’t miss with their delicious food! Unofficial dress code: ugly sweaters and santa hats!
Photo by @eatpapichulos on Instagram
6. The Thirsty Elf
Location: Fairmont Royal York, 100 Front Street West
For a more refined night, The Thirsty Elf is the place to be. The hotel bar mixes sophisticated vibes with fun-loving holiday whimsy in their holiday cocktail menu. Along with the extravagant Christmas decorating, you’re sure to have a fantastic time!
Photo from The Thirsty Elf on Yelp
