10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Ajax

"Despite the ongoing local brewing boom, there’s work to be done when it comes to burnishing Toronto’s brewing cred beyond our borders. This ­Ossington icon is changing that. The beers, such as Jelly King, a sour ale conditioned in a variety of different seasonal flavours, routinely make special appearances on tap lists and at festivals down south."

"Bellwoods Brewery is regularly in the discussion for one of the best breweries in Toronto. Jerry from Four Columns of a Balanced Life:. “Mike Clark and Luke Pestl do not like to be called ‘Brewmaster’."

"One of Toronto's oldest craft breweries, Amsterdam BrewHouse opened back in 1986. Today, the brewery operates three locations, the events-only brewery and retail shop in Leaside, the flagship 500-seat BrewHouse on Toronto's coveted waterfront and their newest brewpub, Barrel House. BrewHouse is the most happening of the three, a place where homemade pub grub meets crisp lagers and full-bodied ales brewed right in-house."

"The city’s oldest independent brewer, Amsterdam has been serving up craft beers to Torontonians since 1986, well before craft was a “thing.” Now, 30 years later, they’ve got a brewery in Leaside, a harbourfront restaurant on Queens Quay, and a loyal following that goes back decades. Here’s to another 30 years. Try: The Boneshaker IPA, an unfiltered strong beer that’s got taste to match."

"Located in the heart of the city right by super popular attractions like the CN Tower, Rogers Centre and Ripley's Aquarium you can find the iconic Steam Whistle Brewery. The location is perfect for just popping in and grabbing some snacks (their pretzels are fantastic!) and drinks but if you have enough time you really should make an effort to join the tour!. Unlike a lot of breweries, you actually don't have to make any decisions on what beer to drink here since they only make the one beer!"

"Located very close to Ripley’s Aquarium, the CN Tower, and the Rogers Centre, Steamwhistle has been a tourist magnet and popular brand in Toronto and Canada for two decades. Founded back in 1998, Steamwhistle finds its home in the Roundhouse – an old red-brick railway repair depot used back in the day. These days, you can tour the brewery or just belly up to the bar for a pint of the classic pilsner that has made them one of the most well-known beers in Canada."

"For so long, Roundhouse Park’s resident brewery made its name on simplicity: it made exactly one product, a refreshing and universally chuggable pilsner, and presented it in a historic – if pared-back – setting. But times have changed, and with them comes a second beer (Steam Whistle Pale Ale) and a gorgeous beer garden complete with the Food Dudes’ German-style eats."

"Distance from downtown: 17 minutes Looking for something complex and award-winning to prove your beer connoisseurship to out-of-town friends?. Hit up Burdock for great food and balanced, elegant beer inspired by the sophistication of the world of wine. This brewpub regularly churns out beer inspired by foraged, local ingredients and Ontario wineries, and recently began releasing barrel-aged beer."

"Burdock combines wine and beer to make beautiful, fruity hybrids. They source local Ontario fruit, and they age their beers using leftover grape skins!. Their space includes a brewery, restaurant, and a music hall, and they’ve even got a chic patio to enjoy your freshly-brewed beer."

"Burdock brings to the table various ales, lagers, and wine-beers. Some of its popular offerings include BBB, Burdock Pilsner, Rice Lager, Tuesday, and Vermont Blonde. New releases from its cellars are in the pipeline."

"Pre-dating the brewery boom in Toronto by a few years, this spot on a low-key Leslieville side street has become one of the top names in Toronto beer. The tiny, suitably baseball-themed taproom is a tad spare – but who cares when you can get fresh pints of classics like the Eephus (still one of my favourite browns in town) and new creations like thirst-crushing fruit-flavoured sours?. Bonus: It’s dog-friendly!"

"Baseball is the water of life for many Torontonians, so if you’re stopping in the city, why not go with the flow?. Left Field Brewery brews with intense Blue Jays fervor. It’s dubbed ‘Beer for Champions,’ and each iteration nods to the game."

"The dog in Black Lab’s logo isn’t just cute branding: This east-end brewery rolls out the red carpet for furry patrons and hosts its share of doggie birthday parties and rescue fundraisers. If you are a biped with kidneys that can metabolize alcohol, good news: They also pour everything from an excellently toasty black lager to the aptly named Underdog Oat Pale Ale, which packs a surprising punch of bitter, piney hop flavour."

"A post shared by Black Lab Brewing (@blacklabbeer) on Apr 14, 2019 at 8:21pm PDT. Chris from travelingmitch:. “Black Lab Brewing Inc. was only founded in March 2018, so it’s new to the Toronto brewery scene, but it’s certainly made a name for itself…and fast."

"As the self-proclaimed “smallest brewery in Toronto,” Laylow produces an impressive range of beers in its west-end space, like the pink-hued Lightworks, a refreshing Belgian wit inspired by the Trinidadian drink, Sorrel and its chocolaty flagship stout, Black on Both Sides, named after the Mos Def album. If you need something delicious to soak up the booze, order chef Young Animal’s doubles, where the chickpeas are perfectly stewed and the baras is fluffy."

"Parkdale is home to Duggan’s Brewery, led by Michael Duggan who happens to be Canada’s most award-winning brewmaster over the last 15 years. They’re constantly brewing small batches of seasonal beers, but some on the regular roster include an Irish stout, German Pilsner, raspberry Weiss, hefeweizen and an American Pale Ale. Enjoy your beer in the expansive restaurant with a menu that changes seasonally, but is comprised of pub favourites like nachos and wings and smaller snacks to share."

"When Mill Street Brewery co-founder Mike Duggan set out on his own in 2007, beer lovers followed, and the award-winning brewmaster’s latest venture certainly hasn’t disappointed. You can find Duggan’s new signature classics on LCBO shelves, and its rotating lineup of specialty beers in house at the Parkdale brewery. Try: The No. 9 IPA, Duggan’s hallmark pale ale."

"Flame-seared sushi is the star of the menu at Miku, where elements of French and Italian cuisine also complement Japanese cuisine. Using the same Aburi At Home app as Aburi Hana, Miku has an extensive menu to choose from. Bespoke tiers piled with hot appetizers, sushi, sashimi, or maki rolls range from $50 to $85, while sushi platters, which include anywhere from 14 to 52 pieces range in price from $26 to $77."

"It is a restaurant that has been in existence since the nineties. Since the business’s inception, it has gone on to become a crowd favourite, a joint offering the tastiest traditional Japanese food, mixed with modern, uniquely crafted, and superbly seasoned dishes to satisfy your food cravings. Fune is definitely a must-visit place if you want to enjoy the best among the rest."

"Gallery Sushi is a casual spot in the heart of downtown for reasonably priced sushi. Specialty rolls are $7.95-$12.95 and include things like the crunch roll, black dragon roll and rainbow roll, but other options like the salmon lover’s roll and twist roll are great additions to the simple menu. Donburi, teriyaki and noodles are available at a great price as well as AYCE for $20.99, a cash-only, take-out special that offers two sushi rolls for $6.25 and a celebrated lunch special that ranges from $7.95-$11.95 (think 11 pieces of sushi or a chirashi bowl for $11.95)."

"Walk up to the third floor of this little Dundas Street ‘mall’ and you’ll reach what is perhaps the largest Dim Sum restaurant in Toronto. With an extensive selection of dishes on offer at all hours of the day, weekday mornings are the best time to go for reduced prices. Alternatively, head there on Friday evening for some post-Dim Sum ballroom dancing – an activity sorely missing from other restaurants serving the same fare."

"Why go: Delectable dim sum for takeout and also, dining here is an experience. Fresh food comes around on pushcarts, inviting you to try something new or revisit an old favourite. What to order: Dumplings of all kinds, bbq pork buns, chive and seafood pancakes."

"Small bite size traditional breakfast foods prepared to perfection at Dim Sum King in Toronto is what keeps the masses flocking."

"If there were a People’s Choice Award for best Toronto buffet dining, odds are that this chain would walk away with the hardware. Never mind brunch; it’s ALL buffet, ALL the time, so no reason to wait until the weekend. Mandarin is a popular restaurant to feast with families, seniors, tour groups and anyone celebrating any kind of special event."

"One of the better sushi spots in Leaside rolls out the buffet red carpet every day from 11 am to 3 pm. Adults dine for $12.99 (add $2, Friday to Sunday), while kids’ pricing is divided into three age groups priced from $1.99 to $8.99. Start with the tofu and tempura appetizers and work your way through a tantalizing array of sushi and hand rolls."