Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Oshawa

"St. Lawrence Market is perhaps the most famous market in Toronto, and locals regularly shop its stalls for produce, meats, cheeses, and more. While the focus of your trip should be browsing the dozens of food stalls, it’s interesting to take a look at the architecture of the St. Lawrence Market, too. Though the current main building was erected in 1902, part of the Old City Hall, which dates to 1845, was incorporated into it."

"If you want to take pictures in a place that shows the more classic side of Toronto, pay a visit to St. Lawrence Market. Its stone archways, limestone structures and floral displays are definitely an excellent backdrop for a stylish city shoot. It’s a great place to take pictures for your photography portfolio, modelling gigs or engagement."

"Old York's sensational St Lawrence Market has been a neighborhood meeting place for over two centuries. The restored, high-trussed 1845 South Market houses more than 120 specialty food stalls and shops: cheese... Top ChoiceTower in Entertainment & Financial Districts"

"While not associated with the Toronto-born rapper of the same name, the Drake Hotel’s nightlife offerings are no less hip or happening. This boutique hotel is a hub for local events including concerts, DJs and multimedia art. The Drake’s basement venue, the Underground, hosts a rotating roster of dance parties, touring acts and cultural happenings like slam poetry nights."

"This next spot is definitely one of the most aesthetically pleasing patios on the list. From their exposed brick walls to their bright and airy feel, the spot is super Insta-worthy. Oh, and the food is pretty good too."

"Enjoy the most perfect aesthetic and dreamiest vibes on this rooftop patio at The Drake Hotel. This spot is the best places for after work drinks and snacks, plus there’s always amazing music, too!"

"Red Lobster is known as the foremost expert in fresh seafood. Our commitment to serving quality seafood starts long before you sit down at our restaurant."

"It’s a butcher shop during the day, but when the sun goes down, it turns into a buzzy wine bar. French-accented dishes range from the small (escargot, oysters and house-made terrines) to more gratuitous (steak frites, duck confit and the eponymous côte de bœuf), with meat raised locally in Meaford. All pair well with the predominantly French wine list that traverses famed viticultural regions, and includes both more familiar and lesser-known varietals."

"If you’re a fan of natural locations, Scarborough Bluffs should be at the top of your list for a romantic photoshoot. Whether it is a save the date, engagement or wedding photoshoot, the glittering lake and the distant view of the iconic Toronto skyline will make your photos memorable and extraordinary. You can also pack a picnic and have a picnic-themed photoshoot with your partner and add a domestic element to your photos."

"Lakeshore cliffs with cathedral-spire formations expose evidence of five glacial periods at Scarborough Bluffs. Spanning 14km, from Rosetta McClain Gardens to East Point Park, this is a stunning landscape as well..."

"Located west of the Annex, The White Brick Kitchen is comfort food at its finest. One of the staple Sunday brunch dishes is the ‘Scotch-ish’ egg; a spin on the traditional Scotch egg, White Brick Kitchen’s version includes an eclectic mix of soft boiled eggs, croissant, caramelized onion jam, and hollandaise. This friendly spot is popular, so go early."

"Don’t let the big neon sign out front fool you, this old school diner has had a modern revamp in recent years. Located in the Parkdale neighbourhood, this retro spot serves typical comfort food with a few fancier options and a menu that changes daily. When: Monday to Friday, 11 am to 2 am; Saturday to Sunday, 10 am to 2 amWhere: 1426 Queen Street West, Toronto"

"Parkdale lunch counter turned all-day comfort food destination, established 1963. Maggie Ruhl, co-owner: I’ve been coming here ever since I moved to Parkdale. My brother and I had separate places – I opened the Dakota Tavern and the Ace, and he has the Three Speed and the Wallflower – but never together."

"Now there are locations of this old-school sandwich shop all over the city, all family owned. But go to the original one — which opened on a residential side street in Little Italy in 1967 — for breaded and fried strips of veal, chicken, or eggplant, slapped with cheese, peppers, and tomato sauce onto buns the size of a baby’s head. The queue of cops, tow truck drivers, and paramedics can be long at lunch and dinner."

"When Torontonians just want to have a messy Italian sandwich with tomato sauce dripping down the sides, stretchy cheese and burning hot peppers, we head to locations of this old school Italian sandwich shop."

"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. This compact but cozy and budget takeout choice is situated in Toronto’s Kensington Market. The city badly needed an eatery like this and the shop specializes exclusively in delicious Belgian-style frites."

"Steamy, chunky Belgian fries served in authentic paper cones with the standard corner dipping cups are the specialty of this place in Kensington."

"The Toronto Post Office was built sometime in the 1800s, and it served as a post office (duh) back in the day. It’s now a designated National Historic Site of Canada, and it’s a pretty building you won’t hear much about. You’ll find a few other beautiful Victorian-style buildings located on Toronto Street as well!"