There are plenty of changes coming to the city! From Bayview to Queen West, find out what new restaurants, shops and studios are opening in your neighbourhood this season.
Wey Cup has launched at 260 Dupont St., and the creative new cafe features both delicious coffee and incredible vintage clothes. Standouts on the menu include Mexican-inspired drinks, such as “latte de mi corazón,” made with horchata. There are also fresh pastries, made by two local Mexican bakers in the area. The owners hope to host events, from yoga to DJ sessions, in the space soon.
Avant is an exclusive new private members club opening at 1 Bloor St. E. Focusing on both training and recovery, the Yorkville club brings together six different studios that range from hot yoga and hot mat pilates to boxing and combat conditioning. A hydrotherapy circuit and deep tissue massage chairs are also available to members for recovery.
Bready Cafe, which launched in Thornhill in 2024 with great success, has made its way downtown with a new location at 130 King St. W. The bakery is cooking up Instagram-worthy pastries — like the viral cube croissant — and an expansive brunch menu.
Peplum Boutique recently opened its doors in North York, and the evening wear shop focuses on sophisticated, elegant and fashion-forward dresses. With a large collection of pieces selected from designers from around the world, there’s something for every generation at the boutique. Book an appointment to visit the new shop at 69 Wingold Ave.
Vero Italian Sandwich Co. is opening on Queen West. Little has been shared about this new eatery, but the branding across the storefront at 477 Queen St. W. promises fresh-made Italian sandwiches, featuring cold cuts, greens and fresh spreads.
Marvellous by Fred, known as Aux Merveilleux de Fred in the bakery’s home country of France, just opened a new Bloor West location. The famous patisserie marked the opening with an appearance by founder Frédéric Vaucamps himself, and visitors to the 2190 Bloor St. W. location will be greeted by the sights of the bakery’s pastry chefs crafting away in the open kitchen while they wait.
Little Ese is opening soon at 875 Queen St. W., taking over the former home of Italian restaurant Noce, which quietly closed in the fall of 2024. The group behind Papi Chulo’s is launching this new pizzeria with the aim of creating a go-to neighbourhood hangout with a lively atmosphere. The menu will offer shareables like pizza, pasta and wings.
L.L.Bean is opening soon in the Manulife Centre, spanning 9,500 square feet on the concourse level of the shopping complex. The outdoor apparel company has been steadily expanding into Canada, though this location will mark only the brand’s second in Toronto. Fans of the retailer will recognize its original waterproof Bean Boot, as well as the now-iconic tote bags and Fair Isle and Aran sweaters. You can visit the new store soon at 55 Bloor St. W.
Lisa Gozlan, Toronto’s own jewelry designer, is expanding across the city. The brand, recognized for its stretchy, stackable bracelets adorned with viral happy faces, began in a small shop in Yorkville and will soon be joining the ranks of luxury international boutiques at 3401 Dufferin St.
Epiphany Foods, a restaurant and catering spot new to Eglinton Way, is bringing delicious Caribbean cuisine to the neighbourhood. With an extensive menu ranging from oxtail and southern fried chicken to jerk tofu and rum punch, you can opt to dine in, take out or order entire trays for catering at the 1653 Eglinton Ave. W. location.
Menu 081 is bringing an authentic Neapolitan dining experience to Vaughan at 7777 Weston Rd. The star of the show is the panuozzo — a Neapolitan-style sandwich made with pizza dough, baked to crispy and fluffy perfection. Enjoy yours stuffed with stracciatella, prosciutto, ricotta and more.
Mabel’s Fables, a beloved children’s bookstore, is being forced to relocate after 37 years at 662 Mount Pleasant Rd., due to an upcoming condo development. Fans of the shop’s iconic, cheerful facade will be happy to note that the new location is just down the street at 540 Mount Pleasant Rd. — but now they need the community’s help to raise enough funds to cover moving expenses. You can support the bookstore on GoFundMe.
Tasty Shawarma & Grill has launched at Yonge and St. Clair, and although it’s very new to the neighbourhood, early visitors are already recommending the grab-and-go eatery for its large portions and affordable prices. Visit the new spot at 1395 Yonge St. and take your pick of chicken or beef shawarma, falafel or lamb dinners.