The Beaches
Toronto's Lakeside Paradise
About The Beaches
The Beaches (or The Beach, depending on who you ask) is Toronto's quintessential lakeside neighborhood, offering a resort-like atmosphere year-round. With its stunning boardwalk along Lake Ontario, sandy beaches, and a charming main street lined with local shops and cafes, this neighborhood feels like a small town within the big city. It's the perfect blend of urban convenience and beachside relaxation.
Key Highlights
Walkability
89/100 - Very Walkable
Transit
Queen Streetcar (501)
Vibe
Relaxed, family-friendly, beachy
What Makes The Beaches Special
Liveability Scores
Walk Score
Very Walkable
Local Favourites in The Beaches
The best-rated spots right in the neighbourhood, from cosy cafes to beautiful parks.
Restaurants
Restaurant Tiflisi
4.71970 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1H8, Canada
Inmigrante
4.71959 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1H7, Canada
Pizzeria NO.900 Beaches
4.71987 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 3T8, Canada
Parks & Green Spaces
Beaches Park
4.72075 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1J1, Canada
Kew Gardens
4.72075 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4E 2N8, Canada
Ivan Forrest Gardens
4.6131 Glen Manor Dr, Toronto, ON M4E 1J8, Canada
Cafes & Coffee Shops
Bud's Coffee
4.61966 1/2, Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1H8, Canada
Ed's Real Scoop - Beaches
4.62224 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4E 1E9, Canada
Bakeries
COBS Bread
4.61975 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 3T2, Canada
La Diperie Beaches
4.62196 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4E 1E6, Canada
Bars & Pubs
Limon Beaches
4.61968 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1H8, Canada
Wild Oregano Mediterranean cuisine
4.52024 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1J4, Canada
The Wolfe Tone Irish Pub
4.51961 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1H7, Canada
Happening in Toronto
Upcoming events, festivals, and community gatherings across the city.
Hamilton at the Princess of Wales Theatre
Princess of Wales Theatre
St. Lawrence Market Saturday Artisan Market
St. Lawrence Market
AGO Exhibit: Canadian Modernism Reimagined
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
Toronto Tech Meetup: AI & the Future of Work
MaRS Discovery District
Jazz Nights at The Rex Hotel
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
Improv Comedy Night at Second City Toronto
The Second City Toronto
Nearby Neighborhoods
Explore the communities surrounding The Beaches.
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