Things to Do in South Core, Toronto

Union Station is a key landmark in South Core, surrounded by new business and condominium towers. The area is expected to grow significantly, with a focus on modern development.

  • C’est What? Inc.Brewpub
  • The Goodman Pub and KitchenPub
  • The Old Spaghetti FactoryItalian

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South Core in Toronto

Top things to do in South Core

  • The Monkey's Paw

    The Monkey's Paw

    4.8 · 486
    Bookstore

    Funky store featuring rare & unique 20th-century printed items, with a used-book vending machine.

  • Dufferin Grove Organic Farmer's Market

    Dufferin Grove Organic Farmer's Market

    4.7 · 113
    Market
  • Sea Kings Fish Market Toronto

    Sea Kings Fish Market Toronto

    4.4 · 237
    Market

Where to eat & drink in South Core

  • C’est What? Inc.

    C’est What? Inc.

    4.5 · 3.6k
    Brewpub· CA$20–30

    Subterranean taproom offering comfort food plus dozens of craft beers, a whisky bar & board games.

    Mon
    4 PM – 12 AM
    Tue–Wed
    12 PM – 12 AM
    Thu–Fri
    12 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 12 AM
  • The Goodman Pub and Kitchen

    The Goodman Pub and Kitchen

    4.3 · 4.8k
    Pub· CA$20–60

    Trendy pub featuring a tap wall & weekend brunch, plus games, outdoor seating & water views.

    Mon–Thu
    11:30 AM – 11 PM
    Fri
    11:30 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    11:30 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    11:30 AM – 11 PM
  • The Old Spaghetti Factory

    The Old Spaghetti Factory

    4.4 · 14.0k
    Italian· CA$20–30

    Family-friendly chain eatery featuring traditional Italian entrees amid turn-of-the-century decor.

  • Ninetails Coffee Bar

    Ninetails Coffee Bar

    4.7 · 539
    Coffee Shop· CA$1–10

    Minimalist, light wood-accented cafe offering espresso & matcha plus French & Japanese pastries.

  • Balzac's Distillery District

    Balzac's Distillery District

    4.4 · 2.2k
    Coffee Shop· CA$1–10

    Relaxed local-chain venue serving artisanal coffees, baked products & sweet treats.

  • At Origin Coffee

    At Origin Coffee

    4.7 · 502
    Coffee Shop· CA$1–10
  • Arvo Coffee

    Arvo Coffee

    4.5 · 909
    Coffee Shop· CA$1–10

    Artisanal coffee drinks & light bites in a chic, brick-lined space with sidewalk seating.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 6 PM

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Map of South Core with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1C’est What? Inc.
  2. 2The Goodman Pub and Kitchen
  3. 3The Old Spaghetti Factory
  4. 4The Monkey's Paw
  5. 5Ninetails Coffee Bar
  6. 6Balzac's Distillery District
  7. 7At Origin Coffee
  8. 8Arvo Coffee
  9. 9Dufferin Grove Organic Farmer's Market
  10. 10Sea Kings Fish Market Toronto

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