What to Eat, Drink, Shop, and See in Toronto around eTail Toronto 2024
Headed to eTail Toronto 2024 September 25th to 26th this month?
If so, you’re in luck. In addition to attending a terrific industry event, you’ll have the opportunity to soak up a bit of Toronto.
This lakefront city and Canada’s largest is known for its bustling food scene, annual film festival, and diverse mosaic of neighborhoods—and in this guide, the Canal team shares its picks for the best places to eat, drink, and visit around eTail Toronto 2024.
Where is eTail Toronto 2024?
eTail Toronto 2024 is held at Hyatt Regency Toronto, located on 370 King St W, in the heart of downtown Toronto.
Downtown Toronto is an eclectic mix of modern and old. While the skyscrapers and views lean contemporary, the heart of Old Toronto is within downtown, featuring historic districts like St. Lawrence.
Read on below for a sampling of our top Toronto picks:
Where to eat
Where to drink
What to see and do
Where to eat around eTail Toronto
$$ • 11 min walk from the hotel
Tasty sandwiches and bakery items in a hip Italian cafe.
$$$ - 10 min walk from the hotel
Cozy and simple à la carte and omakase style sushi. Great for taking a business meeting while having a memorable meal.
$$ - 12 min drive from the hotel
Matty Matheson from The Bear’s famous burger joint doesn’t disappoint. This is a must try for fans of the celebrity chef and burgers alike.
$$ - 12 min drive from the hotel
A casual Thai spot from a well-known Toronto restaurateur. Try to get a reservation, otherwise snag a seat at the bar.
Where to drink around eTail Toronto
$ - 5 min walk from the hotel
Dubbed a hidden gem, plus reviewers rave about the blueberry scones.
$ - 2 min walk from the hotel
Quick service cafe with delicious French pastries and baked goods.
$$ - 4 min walk from the hotel
Great for post-conference hangs. This modern British pub and restaurant also offers live music throughout the week!
$$ - 12 min drive from the hotel
Local brewery with non-alcoholic options and bites like tuna crudo and lamb sausage.
Where to do and see around eTail Toronto
See the views from the CN Tower
10 min walk from the hotel
Take in the 100-mile views at the Sky Pod on the CN Tower—on clear days you can see as far as Niagara Falls and New York State.
Explore the Harborfront of Lake Ontario
9 min drive or 20 min walk from the hotel
There are lots of restaurants and cafes to explore along this trail, as well as the Harbourfront Centre, which hosts a lot of art programming.
Stroll Queen’s Park
9 min drive from the hotel
Get away from the hustle and bustle while still staying downtown in this gorgeous urban park close to the University of Toronto.
13 min drive from the hotel
Lively street to stroll down with lots of restaurants, shopping, and people-watching.
.svg)
.svg){kind=icon}
.svg){kind=icon}