Busy schedules can make it difficult to have a romantic night on the town, especially when there are little ones at home. Between work responsibilities and weekend errands, the time you find to focus on your significant other is precious. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of wonderful places in Toronto to spend it—and some of the very best are located on the city’s vibrant west side.
If you’re looking for the perfect way to enjoy date night in West Toronto, here are five options you’ll love…
1) Have a romantic dinner
When it comes to incredible cuisine in intimate settings, west enders have plenty of options. On Harbord Street, Piano Piano offers pitch-perfect Italian food by candlelight. This traditional (yet fun) eatery is so popular that a second location has opened on Mount Pleasant Road. Head over to King West, and the Green Wood has you and your beloved covered with creative Mediterranean fare. In Roncesvalles, the Ace and the Westerly offer comfort food with an upscale twist, while Mimico residents should head over to tich for some of the most inventive Indian dishes in the city!
2) Catch a movie
The Revue Cinema on Roncy is an institution in this city, and for good reason. From independent gems to cult classics to motion pictures from bygone eras, there’s bound to be something playing here that you’ve never seen before. What better way to experience it than with your sweetheart? Along with what’s on the big screen, you’ll both enjoy the charm of this historic theatre. The period details alone are worth the price of admission. If you’re up for dinner and a movie (and you can get a babysitter), let the Revue Cinema be your second act!
3) Check out a paint night
While there’s no beating a fantastic meal and an enticing flick, we all feel like changing things up from time to time. Enter paint night. These events are ideal for couples who want to flex their creative muscles while unwinding over a glass of vino. They’re popping up all over the city, and the west side is no exception. Local studios include Pinot’s Palette (in the Junction) and Paintlounge Toronto West (on College Street). If you’ve never painted before, don’t worry. There are instructors on-site to walk you through it.
4) Head to High Park
Partial to a daytime date? There’s no better place to enjoy the company of your partner than in the great outdoors. If you’re in the west end, try heading to beautiful High Park for a romantic stroll. The nature paths are well-maintained year-round, and they provide sweeping views of native wildlife. Have a pup? Bring them along to explore the off-leash trails. Visting in the winter? Grab two pairs of skates and take a whirl around the rink. There’s no shortage of fun activities to enjoy together at Toronto’s largest park.
5) Grab a drink
If you’re looking for a night out but don’t feel like a meal, try a nightcap. There are plenty of softly-lit west end bars where you and your beloved can imbibe. Bar Raval is a College Street favourite. This unique space, which is decked out in curvy wooden panels, offers a menu of exquisite cocktails and tapas you won’t soon forget. Further west, Bluebird Bar serves up fairytale-themed drinks in Roncesvalles, while the Gaslight is known for its charcuterie boards and happy hour staples in Junction Triangle.
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