Found yourself with a spare 72 hours in Toronto and want to have some sports-fuelled fun? Why, there is no better thing to do than do the rounds of the sports bars so you can see what the home of the Toronto Maple Leafs is all about. Toronto is famous for its sports, with the city being the only Canadian city with a pro basketball and baseball team in the same place — talk about a sports bar with plenty to watch.
Toronto is the capital city of Ontario, and although it’s famous for the sky-high buildings and green spaces to rival Denmark — its heart lies in that of its sports teams. It’s a must-visit holiday destination that offers up tons of activities for the whole family. Let’s give you the rundown of the best places to visit if you let yourself go and give yourself an NHL bar crawl that you’ll never forget.
Fancy yourself a Maple Leafs fan and looking for something to do? Here’s where to watch the Leafs’ journey to the Stanley Cup on the big screen — because there’s certainly not a shortage of bars over here.
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RS Real Sports Bar
Dubbed as the best sports bar in Toronto (if not the world), the RS Real Sports bar in the Sports and Entertainment District on York Street is a must-visit place for any hockey lover out there. The boisterously loud sports bar features over 200 TVs, more than 100 beer taps, and food that’s better than any sports bar we have tried. They have guest appearances, quizzes, games, and drinks deals when the games are on, making them our number one top spot if you haven’t got long in this magnificent city.
Couldn’t snag yourself tickets to the Maple Leafs real deal? This place is the only place to come. Its biggest screen is 39 feet long and the bar is 100 feet, ensuring that the latest NHL odds that you’re placing are coming from a well-informed, perfectly viewed screen. This place is a 10/10 for us and is the next best thing to being at the stadium.
e11even
Looking for a place that’s a little more upmarket? Or perhaps you are bringing the wife to watch the game? Well, we’ve found the place for you. E11even is both a restaurant and a bar that oozes elegance, sophistication, and damn good food. It is perfect for after-work drinks, watching the NHL with your friends, or date nights for those who love sports.
Serving up North American classic restaurant snacks like burgers, bacon-topped fries, and more — it’s one of the best spots in Toronto, so it’s no wonder it’s where hockey players choose to hang (when they’re not playing, that is!).
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It’s actually the RS Real Sports Bar’s elegant sister bar, so you can bet there will be an abundance of screens and some great sports nights.
Hurricanes
Wings, burgers, and brews — what more could you want from any sports bar? The Hurricanes is a self-proclaimed Roadhouse Restaurant that offers up a mighty bunch of drink options, along with cheap eats that are delightfully delicious. Situated near Bloor and Ossington, the bar is renowned for hosting every Toronto game, while serving up pub grub to the neighbourhood. There are 12 screens, 18 different beers on tap, and a history that rivals any bar in the area. For 40 years, it’s stood as the go-to spot for any sports fan. We love it!
Dublin Calling
With darts, DJs, and dancing, the Dublin Calling has everything a traditional Irish bar is loved for. Situated in the Entertainment District, the bar offers beer towers for those sports nights out with the guys, but also provides house specials for midweek snacks. There are 20 screens available, making the NHL watch a breeze, and it has an unapologetically Irish charm (AKA lots of drinks). What more could you wish for?
The Right Wing Sports Pub
If an OG sports bar with plenty of atmosphere is what you’re after, then head to The Right Wing Sports Pub on Yonge St. It’s open till 2 a.m. for those after-game celebration drinks and displays over 20 big-screen TVs for every match available. The best bit? There are over 38 flavours of wings, so the food wins awards in our eyes. The staff is super friendly, the vibes are exactly what you need from any sports bar, and the punters love the NHL as much as us.
These five sports bars are the creme de la creme in Toronto and will see you through a good few days downtown. Make sure to catch a game in all of them, drink their drinks, and enjoy the specials. After all, life’s for living and enjoying good food with great people. There are plenty of other cool attractions too, like this epic outdoor patio, which also has TVs where you can catch the games!
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