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The Dylan Bar

Bar

👍👍 Don't know about the food - had home made chips and France onion dip that have been great. The drinks as we liked them (the bartender recommended by our preference). I like the bartender, she is professional and friendly. We set outside- the perfect combination for this hot evening. Will come aga... People often mention great, staff, beer, good, drinks, friendly, selection, Great, amazing, birthday,


Address

1276 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4J 1M6, Canada

Website

thedylan.ca

Contact

+1 416-792-7792

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (318 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: (Family Day Canada), Closed, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 5 pm to 12 am
  • Thursday: 5 pm to 12 am
  • Friday: 5 pm to 2 am
  • Saturday: 5 pm to 2 am

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (19) staff (16) beer (12) good (11) drinks (9) friendly (9) selection (9) Great (7) amazing (7) birthday (7)
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  • 5/5 Asnat O. 9 months ago on Google • 89 reviews
    Don't know about the food - had home made chips and France onion dip that have been great. The drinks as we liked them (the bartender recommended by our preference). I like the bartender, she is professional and friendly. We set outside- the perfect combination for this hot evening. Will come again.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joe B. 2 years ago on Google • 30 reviews
    Chill vibes, cool staff and great food and drinks. They have an excellent selection of craft beers that rotate on a weekly basis so there's always something new. Also very good mixed drinks for a reasonable price. The food is also very good - anything on the menu with the fried chicken is delicious - poutine, bites, sandwich, all awesome. This place is a bit of a diamond in the rough in the neighbourhood, and would be my local watering hole if I lived a bit closer. Do yourself a solid and go grab some fried chicken and a craft beer!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mara C. 5 years ago on Google • 362 reviews
    Great selection of whiskeys and beer. Wine not so great, but you have the option of BYOB for a $20 corkage fee. The food was amazing. Small menu, but great food and good portions. Very chill and fun vibe.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sheryl L. 1 year ago on Google • 264 reviews
    Super cool place, great service with friendly staff, decor is unique and modern with a rustic and hip flair. Was here for a birthday party, they catered it, had dj service, lighting, drink menu, etc. Recommend for sure!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jamie M. 1 year ago on Google • 685 reviews
    I really like this place. I have been on 2 separate occasions and enjoyed myself both times. I was in there alone for drinks one Tuesday and enjoyed talking with the owner and bartender - both friendly and informative about their beer offerings. I got back there for dinner prior to a show at the Linsmore and really enjoyed the very good, large, fried chicken sandwich with equally large kale salad - which was excellent. Vibe here is very laid back and they have some terrific staff. I don't get to the area very often, but when I do, I want to return.

  • 5/5 Shan C. 1 year ago on Google • 31 reviews
    Beautiful pub with fantastic staff ! Amazing selection for craft beer and really cool vibe there! Dwayne the owner and Joy the beautiful bartender will welcome you and make you feel right at home there! Dwayne ( Irish) really knows his craft beer and will try to tailor one around your taste! Great bar- definitely recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kris B. 2 years ago on Google
    This is my first time here. Staff are super friendly, bar food is excellent, atmosphere is great, music is great (not top 40 junk). I will definitely return.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Trevor R. 1 year ago on Google
    Welcome back! New owners and a new vibe. Finally, a good addition to our neighborhood. Friendly service and a good beer list in addition to really yummy cocktails. It's a great place to stop in for a drink, chat with a few friends in a very comfortable setting.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shay A. 4 months ago on Google • 114 reviews
    I celebrated my birthday at the Dylan in the back room with a group of about 35 friends. It was an absolute blast. The staff were amazing and everybody really enjoyed the drinks/food they ordered. Such a great spot. We'll definitely be back.

  • 5/5 brandy r. 3 months ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    Wish I had been going here since we moved east. Thoughtful, eclectic decor. Fantastic drinks and small plates. Attentive and engaging service. This is where you bring the date you want to impress whether it's your first or hundredth. Also has the local vibe -- you could be happy here any night of the week.

  • 5/5 Mr T. 8 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    A very cool and eclectic place with a fantastic staff. Bumped into the chef at the back and just had to praise him for the quality and love of cooking. Great food! Thank you for caring.

  • 5/5 leighann b. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a private event this past Saturday and everything was PERFECT! The owner and his staff are remarkable people! They took care of us like we were family all night! There was NOTHING that could have made the night better! Huge thank you to everyone for everything ❤️ our entire family will never forget it ❤️

  • 5/5 K Y. 1 year ago on Google
    I arranged to meet some friends at the Dylan ahead of surprising a friend for his birthday next door. The staff was amazing. They provided me with practice paper and a paperclip (weird I know) and were just lovely. I had a beer that was so unique and tasty... I'm going back for one real soon.

  • 5/5 Sean M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great bar, great drink selection, just wish they responded to inquiries a bit quicker, but it’s understandable when they’re so busy during the holiday season.

  • 5/5 Taylor M. 9 months ago on Google
    My favourite spot on the Danforth for a good cocktail. The space has a great vibe and amazing staff! I hosted a birthday party in the back room and the food was incredible and everyone had a fantastic time.

  • 5/5 antonina b. 1 year ago on Google • 4 reviews
    I celebrated my birthday here this weekend and couldn’t have asked for a better night! We booked the back room, which has cool vibes, great music and a projector playing old movies. The staff were super friendly and my guests were impressed by the food. Would highly recommend for a celebration !!

  • 5/5 Molly B. 7 months ago on Google
    The service is always so friendly and welcoming. Especially the server/bartender working with the pig tails on sept 13th!! Drinks are top tier and the food is tasty and really well priced

  • 5/5 Brook R. 5 months ago on Google
    Really good service, food looked good but I stuck to a beer, very nice.

  • 5/5 Sarah Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic place!! Super kind and caring staff, great beer selection, and amazing barrel aged cocktails - aged in house! LGBTQ+ friendly and safe

  • 5/5 Malibu D. 1 year ago on Google
    Went here with a friend for the first time and it was great. Staff was so kind and attentive drinks were pretty decent as well! I would come back again

  • 5/5 Andrea H. 2 years ago on Google
    Love this place! Great atmosphere, friendly and knowledgeable staff and tasty food. Beer selection is fantastic and there's always something new to try whether on draught or from the fridge. Bottle shop is excellent as well.

  • 5/5 Effie A. 2 years ago on Google
    Highly recommend!! Dwayne and Dave sorted us out for my 30th birthday and helped make the evening so special. Everyone had a blast. Food and drinks were great! Highly recommend the sliders! Thank you!

  • 5/5 Zoë W. 1 year ago on Google
    There is no greater local bar in the city! The people who work here (Joy and Dave we see you) and the owner himself are pure JOY. If you’re looking for somewhere to grab a drink, don’t look past this place, you will NOT be disappointed. Wish I could give them 10 stars!

  • 5/5 Christian J. 1 year ago on Google
    Very friendly and quick staff, great atmosphere, and good food. Highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Melissa S. 1 year ago on Google
    Dave, Dwayne, Leslie and Joy are awesome bartenders. Haven't been back since the pandemic and now I'm so so happy to see everyone on their feet again. The amount of beers they have on tap and off are delicious. Not to mention the cocktails. The food, omg I missed it and it's even better. Shout out to the hard working head chef. Wonderful man. His food, is like a great big warm hug. Never had a complaint 22/10 🤩 Also the atmosphere of the space is very inviting and warm. If you haven't seen the new art or paint job and you're thirsty GO!

  • 5/5 Rob D. 2 years ago on Google
    Great spot, nice relaxed atmosphere. Big beer selection and a knowledgeable staff happy to give you recommendations.

  • 5/5 Jessica T. 2 years ago on Google
    The Dylan has been our local for a few years now - the staff, the food, the amazing selection of craft beer & cocktails and the atmosphere keep us coming back. We’ve thrown birthday parties there, we’ve had date nights and we’ve caught up with family and friends. It’s an excellent spot for any occasion. :)

  • 5/5 Amy T. 2 years ago on Google
    A really great neighborhood bar. Yummy food and delicious drinks

  • 5/5 Jessica R. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was amazing! Service was great and the ambiance was awesome. Definitely recommend.

  • 5/5 Victoria O. 2 years ago on Google
    They have so much beer selection. The kale salad is also very delish. Lots of seating space available! For a lager drinker, i enjoyed the Ronin!

  • 4/5 Morgan B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere and staff. Drink menu is good too. The food, while pretty tasty, lacks in variety.


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Amenities


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

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