Things to Do in Kensington Market, Toronto

A colorful neighborhood filled with vintage shops, street art, and diverse food options like tacos and bagels. The area is known for its bohemian vibe and hosts a popular farmers' market on weekends.

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Shop404Specialty Store
Boho ChachkiesFlea Market

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Top things to do in Kensington Market

Shop404
★ 5.0 · 805
Specialty Store
Mon–Fri
11 AM – 7 PM
Sat
10 AM – 8 PM
Sun
10 AM – 8 PM
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Boho Chachkies
★ 4.9 · 164
Flea Market
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
12 PM – 7 PM
Sat
12 PM – 7 PM
Sun
12 PM – 7 PM
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Kensington Market BIA
★ 4.5 · 6.2k
Market
Long-standing, colourful market area for independent shops/cafes, plus produce, meat & fish stands.
Every day
9 AM – 12 AM
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Kensington Fruit Market
★ 4.7 · 254
Market
Every day
9 AM – 7:30 PM
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6x8 Market
Market
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed–Thu
11 AM – 6 PM
Fri
10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat
10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Sun
10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
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Kensington Market
★ 4.5 · 407
Market
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Where to eat & drink in Kensington Market

Quetzal
Michelin ★
Mexican· $$$$
This boisterous hotspot offers up no shortage of personality.
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FIKA Cafe
★ 4.6 · 1.5k
Café & Bakery· CA$1–10
Art adorned, Sweden-inspired spot featuring pastries & ready-made sandwiches, plus a back garden.
Mon–Tue
10:30 AM – 5 PM
Wed
Closed
Thu
10:30 AM – 5 PM
Fri
10 AM – 5 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6 PM
Sun
10:30 AM – 5 PM
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Grey Gardens
★ 4.6 · 1.0k
Seafood· $$$
Everyone is drawn to restaurateur Jen Agg's hip, boisterous venue, which manages both style and substance with confident charm.
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The Arch Café/Bar
★ 4.6 · 1.1k
Café & Bakery· CA$20–30
Every day
9:30 AM – 12 AM
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Sneaky Dee's
★ 4.3 · 6.4k
Tex-Mex· CA$20–30
Unassuming bar serving Tex-Mex fare & known for its nachos, with edgy live music & DJs upstairs.
Mon–Fri
11 AM – 3 AM
Sat
10 AM – 3 AM
Sun
10 AM – 3 AM
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Blackbird Baking Co. Kensington Market
★ 4.6 · 871
Bakery· CA$1–10
Baguettes, bread loaves, cakes, tarts, buns & more offered from a charming bakery.
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Rikki Tikki
★ 4.8 · 2.1k
Indian· CA$20–30
A restaurant known for its Indian food, including dishes like Jeera Rice, Dal Makhni, Saag Paneer, Murraya koenigii chicken, and braised lamb shank.
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 11 PM
Fri
11 AM – 12 AM
Sat
11 AM – 12 AM
Sun
11 AM – 11 PM
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Taco Loco
★ 4.9 · 1.1k
Tacos· CA$10–20
Mon
12 PM – 8 PM
Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
12 PM – 8 PM
Sat
12 PM – 8 PM
Sun
12 PM – 8 PM
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Ronnie's Local 069
★ 4.4 · 677
Pub· CA$10–20
This low-key, cozy bar with a large outdoor space has a large roster of local beers.
Every day
2 PM – 2 AM
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La Bikina Mexican Street Food
★ 5.0 · 227
Mexican· CA$10–20
Mon–Fri
Closed
Sat
11 AM – 8 PM
Sun
11 AM – 8 PM
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