Things to Do in University, Toronto
This area is a lively hub with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops, and it's close to the University of Toronto, Kensington Market, and Chinatown. Public transit is easily accessible, with Harbord Street lined with popular eateries and bars nearby.
This area is a lively hub with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops, and it's close to the University of Toronto, Kensington Market, and Chinatown. Public transit is easily accessible, with Harbord Street lined with popular eateries and bars nearby.
RASAGastropub
Bakka-Phoenix BooksBookstore
Relocation VintageFlea Market
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
Top things to do in University
Seekers Books
★ 4.8 · 657BookstoreLaid-back store shelving an eclectic selection of new & used books for adults & children.
- Every day
- 12 PM – 9 PM
Where to eat & drink in University
RASA
★ 4.7 · 1.5kGastropub· $$Weekly visits to this gastropub might not be enough. Truly, few restaurants feel this relaxed and cook with so much gusto. Are you curious about those chickpea fritters with lemon mascarpone and wasabi or the truffle gnudi with pesto? You…
- Mon–Wed
- 5 PM – 9:30 PM
- Thu–Fri
- 5 PM – 10 PM
- Sat
- 5 PM – 10 PM
- Sun
- 5 PM – 9:30 PM
DaNico
Michelin ★Italian· $$$$Wondering if DaNico is worth a stop? You can take it to the bank—quite literally, as the restaurant is nestled inside a former bank building.
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Ranked using weather, setting, ratings, and review volume.
- 1RASA
- 2Bakka-Phoenix Books
- 3Relocation Vintage
- 4Seekers Books
- 5DaNico
- 6Mallo Coffee & Bar
- 7The Little Jerry
- 8The Fancy Induced Burger
- 9Eat BKK Thai Bar & Restaurant (Annex)
- 10Insomnia Restaurant and Lounge
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