From local restaurants and bars to neighbourhood shops and the secret holes in the wall, get in the know on all of the unique spots that make up Leslieville and Riverside.
JustB Salon’s ethos — B Bold, B Brave, B Beautiful — isn’t just a catchy motto. From the ambiance to the personalities to the custom-tailored looks, it’s a philosophy that permeates the salon. Since it opened in 2015, the gender-neutral salon has become a go-to for head-turning cuts, colouring and makeup expertise among the mix of trendy businesses popping up on the Queen East strip.
Read MoreThe variety is diverse at this Queen East florist: from delicate, petite bouquets to grand and bold arrangements, it offers a bit of floral chic for every taste. Well regarded for special occasions, event and wedding floristry, Garden’s Path is perfect for a polished, smart and hand-tied bouquet for the spontaneous romantic or discerning loved one. The shop also has the perfect card or special accent to accompany its arrangements.
Read MoreParty bites and prepped meals, charcuterie, cheese and chocolate — indeed, all essential food groups are covered off at Sandy Aleksander. The one-stop shop has become synonymous with specialty food in Leslieville.
Read MoreWhen it opened in the fall of 2012, Hastings Barber Shop brought an immediate and time-worn presence to the neighbourhood that made it feel like it had been on the block for years. The cozy shop at the corner of Queen and Hastings has a no-nonsense, laidback approach to men's grooming, so it makes sense that it's gained a loyal following and become a home base for a good deal of local dudes to call their own.
Read MoreIn a former kitchen and bath store up on an unassuming stretch of Greenwood, Maha's has become a local brunch hotspot that has gained a city-wide following since opening last fall.
Read MoreMarrying asian flavours with a Tex Mex staple is the foundation of Chino Locos. They call them "Tasty Good Burritos", and the menu staples include "Sweeeeet" with slow roasted pork and "Pollo Loco" with shredded chicken tinga.
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GOODHOOD is a community-based blog dedicated to showcasing all things good about Toronto's east side neighbourhoods of Leslieville and Riverside. Sometimes beyond.
