Little Italy

The one place in Toronto where finding a stiff caffè, the finest gelato, TO's best sandwich, underground acts, insanely delicious grilled octopus, and haggis (if you’re into it) is never more than a minute away. This particular Little Italy is considerably younger, cosmopolitan, and friendlier to creatives than its sister hood in NYC. And probably a little less obnoxiously Italian (which in this case is a good thing). In the midst of its own renaissance, a number of interesting and unique restaurants, bars, and shops run by some of Toronto’s up-and-coming have opened up and reinvigorated this once recently sleepy street. Just make sure to bring an empty stomach and a full wallet to get a taste for the real Little Italy.

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The Caledonian

Address
856 College Street
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The number of malts and blends they carry: 250+. (If you’re a Scotch Whisky fan, you can stop reading here and go meet your fellow enthusiasts.) The Caledonian offers a true Scottish eating and drinking experience, with a ton of exclusive beers (the entire Innis & Gunn family) and the most authentic haggis this side of the Atlantic. An order of this savoury pudding containing sheep’s heart/liver/lungs is met with a “Good for you!” by the bubbly staff who know how daunting eating this dish can be. (Note: it’s a lot tastier than you’d think.) Warmly lit with a beautiful wood bar and focused menu all made with local and organic produce, The Caledonian feels like an upscale but also traditional public house you’d find in Scotland. Must eats: Scotch Eggs, House Sausage Rolls, Haggis, Neeps and Tatties, House-made Scottish Steak Pie.

The Caledonian
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The Caledonian
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The Caledonian
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The Caledonian
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The Caledonian
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The Caledonian
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