If there’s one thing Toronto is known for, it is its bars. From hole-in-the-wall hubs to themed pubs, Toronto has a ton of spots to choose from. If you’re tired of the same old bars on a Friday night, why not opt for something more on the fun side and check out all the themed bars Toronto has to offer?
Video games, Sci-Fi, comic book heroes, and more! There are a few themed bars in Toronto worthy of your hard-earned dollars so if you’re looking for a little inspiration, this list is for you.
Here are 8 of the best-themed bars you can visit in Toronto:
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Paradise Grotto
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One of Toronto’s newest hot spots transports you to the tropics with every sip of their specialty cocktails. As for the food, whether you’re there to enjoy light bites with friends or a meal with a pal, Paradise Grotto offers delightful options like paradise fries, umami slaw, spam musubi, and bao.
Where: 270 Adelaide Street W
Off World Bar
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You can drink and dine in a “unique science fiction setting, overlooking otherworldly vistas through our huge virtual windows,” according to Offworld. “Let us transport you off Earth for a night to see exotic places from across the cosmos.” In terms of the drinks, they are futuristic, bold, and creative – picture-perfect!
Where: 739 Queen Street W
Storm Crow Manor
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“A sports bar for geeks, stuffed with board games, fantasy memorabilia, and sci-fi-themed drinks and food.” Storm Crow Manor is a fun spot for all regardless of whether or not you dabble in Star Wars, Sci-Fi memorabilia. It’s a welcoming space and its drinks are out of this world.
Where: 580 Church St
The Shameful Tiki Room
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According to The Shameful Tiki Room, it is “dedicated to creating an immersive escape that pays respect to both classic American tiki bars of mid-century yesteryear and the cultures that inspired that first movement.”
The dimly lit bar is more of an intimate spot so it’s a perfect date night location if you’re looking for something more chill.
Where: 1378 Queen Street West
Figures
Your favourite comic book characters come to life at Toronto’s Figures. You can sip on superhero-themed cocktails that definitely pack a punch! Its menu features a selection of starters, tapas, mains, and desserts.
Where: 137 Avenue Rd
See Scape
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Get out of the downtown core and explore this hidden spot on Keele St. See-Scape is a Sci-Fi/Cyber Punk-themed Bar and Gaming Cafe with radical offerings. Its cocktail menu features a wide variety of mixed drinks, including specialty combinations like the “Elixir of Immortality” and “Alien Urine”.
Where: 347 Keele St
FreePlay Toronto
Video games and drinks are the perfect duo! FreePlay lets guests play from pinball and arcade machines to old-school consoles and more. There are two floors of gaming fun! It’s the perfect spot for you and your friends to hang out, take back a couple of shots, and challenge each other to old-school games.
Where: 300 College St
Snakes and Lattes
Another spot for gaming but in a more traditional way. Snakes and Lattes isn’t just a boardgame cafe, it also serves boozy cocktails for brunch and in the evenings. Pro tip: If you’re looking for a really good Espresso Martini, you’re in for a treat.
Where: Several locations
Karen Doradea
Senior Staff Writer, Toronto – Karen is a multimedia journalist based in Toronto. With a strong knowledge of reporting and editing through all forms of media, she has a true passion for storytelling. She carries several years of journalistic experience and has covered the Toronto scene from local stories to national news. When Karen isn’t publishing fire content, you can find her binge-watching sitcoms on Netflix, at a must-try restaurant, or scrolling endlessly on TikTok looking for the next best thing – News never sleeps.
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