Bars and Lounges

It's been a busy month in Toronto...yes, we know we're only a week in, too. But there's lots of news from the scene, so here's a roundup of what you need to know

We’ve already sleuthed around the city and discovered a handful of great patios to park yourself on post-work. But, Vancouver being the amazing city it is, we found a few more suggestions for you to test this summer

We at Notable are always on the lookout for new restaurants and bars and lounges – in case you haven't noticed, we're pretty on top of Toronto's scene. So when we moseyed on by the Fran's at Yonge and College and noticed a conspicuous Now Open message hanging beneath a sign that reads “Screen Lounge,” we knew we had to pop in and take a look

When it’s bright and sunny in Van City you can bet patios will be packed after the five o’clock bell tolls. So we opted to do some liquid ‘research’ and dug up a few après-work alternatives. The best part? These beer-drinker paradises won’t break the bank, so you can enjoy more than a couple day-caps

Some days just call for after-work drinks – well, most days – whether it be to celebrate a great day or to reward yourself for getting through one that was a bit tricky. So next time you’re ready to head to an impressive bar with some co-workers or friends, be sure to check out one of these notable cinq-a-sept spots Montrealers love

If you’re in the market for a great cup of coffee – aren't we all? – then you need to check out Chiasso Coffee (pronounced kee-Ah-so). Serving ethically and fair-traded coffee beans, Chiasso is a proponent of the third wave coffee movement

Montreal is one of those cities that can keep you busy with hot spots and notable parties every single day of the week. Here's proof that Montreal offers the hippest and trendiest options to play and eat whether it's a Monday or Saturday night

A potential new hotspot is opening its doors Friday night for a special Grand Opening Party. The Royal Phoenix Bar will occupy the space at 5788 Boul. St-Laurent, and promises to be a fresh hangout in Montreal's Mile End

Set to open in about a month's time at King Street West near Spadina, SPiN Toronto, a “ping pong social club,” will feature the mini courts, a champion’s court, change rooms, restaurant menu service and a lounge area