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The Painted Lady

Bar Live music venue

Burlesque shows & DJs in a cheeky saloon with a mahogany bar serving craft beer & clever nibbles. People often mention great, good, music, drinks, night,


Address

218 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Z9, Canada

Website

www.thepaintedlady.ca

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (697 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 5 pm to 2 am
  • Tuesday: 5 pm to 2 am
  • Wednesday: 5 pm to 2 am
  • Thursday: 5 pm to 2 am
  • Friday: 5 pm to 2 am
  • Saturday: 3 pm to 2 am
  • Sunday: 3 pm to 2 am

Featured Reviews


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  • 1/5 Jé Ignacio (. 9 months ago on Google • 33 reviews
    Unfortunate because everybody here is always amazing but last night on Friday, July 14 at 1 am a male staff member from the bar yelled & assaulted me, simply for being in the way of the bar entry way. I was not aware I was blocking the area while waiting for my drink & I never want to be in way of people doing their job, I get it, I’m happy to move. Only until the man yelled and lunged at me did I realize I was in the way at all. He could’ve simply asked me. It’s not right how he treated me, I wasn’t drunk or disorderly, I was just waiting for my drink.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 K W. 5 months ago on Google • 1573 reviews
    2023 October 3.5★ A chill bar with some good clubbing music (though I'm sure this depends on the day) good vibes, burlesque show on Friday and decent drinks. One aisle. Food is ok. Really limited selection. Drinks - they have you covered. Draught beer $8 Custom drinks $16 Cocktails ranging from $8 to $16 Chips & dip $11 Locally made small batch corn tortilla chips. served with a side of medium salsa, Guacamole salsa, sour cream The chips themselves are thick cut. A bit hard. Though the salsa was pretty decent. Parking on the streets after 9pm. Check the signs. Bring cash. Credit only above a certain limit. They can open a tab. Worth checking out.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Prateek M. 4 years ago on Google • 120 reviews
    Sweet little spot! Has a good selection and beers and other drinks. Staff here are super friendly. Only downside is that they don't takes cards and you have to pay by cash and if you use the ATM there, has a crazy service charge. So always carry some cash before you hit this spot. I loved the pictures/paintings here. I would say they were quite different and refreshing. I would recommend this place.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jessica R. 5 months ago on Google • 424 reviews
    Stopped in on a Saturday night and it was a great time. They had awesome music (@emithedj) playing, 90s - 2000s top hits, and a burlesque dancer performing atop the bar. It did start to get quite busy around midnight, but not to the point that you couldn’t dance. Overall good vibes! FYI - there is a $10 cover but it’s totally worth it
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sirat A. 2 years ago on Google
    Cute location. Friendly service. The Cilantro Mule (has a kick) and Cucumber Margarita were delicious.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Kashi H. 4 months ago on Google • 19 reviews
    Its a low key bar that usually has DJs on Wednesday night. Drinks are reasonably price but cash only, unless you are willing to open a tab for more than 50 dollars. Fun for a hangover it place w friends
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Burbuqe C. 1 year ago on Google
    Best casual bar I’ve been to. You can dress up or down, but most people dress right in the middle, which I appreciate. DJs are awesome, dancers are really sexy and can actually dance. Everyone I’ve taken here has wanted to go back. You won’t be disappointed.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Michelle S. 9 months ago on Google
    This place has a great atmosphere and the music is always amazing! I have never eaten here so i cant comment on that! I do think $10 cover is a lot! There are so many great places in toronto that dont charge cover! I did have to wait a long time at the bar for drinks but thats typical at a lot of places! Again i like this place i just dont go often as i do mot want to pay $10 cover plus drinks!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ana karen T. 6 months ago on Google • 49 reviews
    The honey Bee grilled cheese is de lici ous 👌✨ and the penicillin and the spicy margarita are the best! Good for a chill night out. New finding and new favorite place 💖 After $50 you can pay with card, less it’s only cash.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 ella r. 2 years ago on Google
    friendly staff who were quick to correct issues with the drinks, the space was not great for a group of people due to the small tables but it was a nice space to drink and listen to the open mic night for a few hours
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 faith h. 1 year ago on Google
    I saw Johnny/Bobby/Cake last night & they were outstanding. Unbelievable that 3 guys can create a wall of sound like this!!! They provide quite a ride - it's fun, electric, high energy & great lyrics!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Trappadona B. 8 months ago on Google
    Good house or drum and bass. Kinetic Wednesdays gets pretty lit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rainbow S. 4 months ago on Google • 128 reviews
    Intimate venue for local bands. Got good beers on tap.

  • 5/5 Andrew A. 6 months ago on Google • 17 reviews
    Fantastic venue, incredible sound system, fairly priced drinks, great draft selection.

  • 5/5 J S. 2 months ago on Google • 16 reviews New
    Bang for buck this bar is great price wise and has some of the most talented Dn bass artist in the six. Highly recommend just for the music and price Bathrooms are inclusive YMMV

  • 5/5 Mia Sircar - P. 9 months ago on Google
    I only went for drinks but the staff was lovely and the bar was great

  • 5/5 Christine F. 1 year ago on Google
    The live entertainment is a surprise; food is pretty good. DJ was amazing!

  • 5/5 Caleb 1 year ago on Google
    Live music, friendly crowd, and attentive bar staff. Groovy atmosphere and a good time!

  • 5/5 Murad O. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to listen to different type of music, a friend of mine invited me there few times and I like the positive vibe there .

  • 3/5 Mel M. 1 year ago on Google
    They charge you an entrance fee, which is fine but it seemed like they pick and choose who they do it for, maybe I am wrong, also asked for ID for my friend and I but not other people, however they allowed underage children to roam, nice bartender and live music is good.

  • 3/5 Sam S. 9 months ago on Google
    Having a minimum of $50 spend to be able to pay by card is just silly in 2023 and feels sketchy. Took longer to pay for my drink than to actually consume it. Nope.

  • 4/5 Lori Z. 2 years ago on Google
    Ended up here while on a waitlist elsewhere. The service was 10/10. Our server was really top notch. The atmosphere was great. Ppl watching, good vibe, great. The beer selection was OK. I wouldn't write novels about it, but it was good. My major complaint was the music. It was awesome and you wanted to sing along (who can knock some Tiny Dancer??) but it was loud enough to make conversation impossible. If they fixed that tiny (dancer) thing, I'd give them 5 stars. Maybe more if I could.

  • 5/5 Reaz A. 2 years ago on Google
    Low key one of the best night life spots on the west end. Make sure to get in early (before 10pm) or be prepared to stand outside in a long line.

  • 5/5 Marisa W. 2 years ago on Google
    Fun bar, great music, dj was on point! Havent danced in a while with the girls, small dance floor but love the vibe in the space. Good service, friendly doorman. Overall fun little dive bar, must check it out on a Friday.

  • 5/5 Asnat O. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the atmosphere, the music, the booze, the people, the once a month open mic musical evening. Great place to be relaxed and authentic. Have non this place for several years - and it is still on my fav.

  • 5/5 Emil J. 2 years ago on Google
    Great backyard patio with fun drinks and great servers. The cilantro mule is delicious!

  • 1/5 Raj D. 4 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    Rude and entitled bartenders can easily ruin your night. Good vibes otherwise but horrible bar staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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