Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in Ajax Area

"Shop under the expansive glass atrium while a flock of Canadian geese soar overhead the busy shoppers travelling between multiple levels by means of the steely escalators. Start off your day of retail therapy with a dark chocolate elixir from the famed chocolatier, Godiva, while browsing their collection of melt-in-your-mouth truffles, crunchy giant turtles, and chocolate-dipped strawberries. Stroll through the hallowed halls of Nordstrom to admire a luxe assortment of sparkly sequinned evening gowns and pricey designer shoes."

"One of Toronto’s most iconic malls, the Eaton Centre, is no more than a 10-minute walk from One King West Hotel & Residence and is home to over 250+ best-in-class retailers, restaurants and services. With the more recent introduction of Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue, the Eaton Centre has become the shopping destination of the city. But if you’re aiming to have a more budget-friendly shopping spree, this mall, located at the corner of Yonge and Dundas Streets, features an array of shops ranging in price."

"Every time I walk into the Eaton Centre and see those geese statues seemingly flying through the large expanse I feel at home. I’ve been going to this mall since I was a baby and that first view of it always screams Toronto to me. But over the years I go less for the shopping aspect and more for that iconic Toronto photo stop!"

"Venture over to Brookfield Place to admire its innovative modern art exhibits, including a giant rabbit and a rainbow of giant bouncing balls. Shop under the airy glass ceiling while checking out the 54 retailers, including the Source, Roots Canada, and Creme de la Creme. Pick up an array of glittery and bejewelled greeting cards at Papyrus before wandering over to Lindt Chocolate for some creamy hazelnut treats."

"Brookfield Place may look like just another office tower from the outside, but it’s the interior that will really get photographers snap-happy. The building features the gorgeous Allen Lambert Galleria which was designed by famed Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, where metal frames arch to evoke the feel of an urban, tree-lined canopy."

"If you’re a big fan of architecture like me then you’ll love the next indoor photography spot in Toronto. It’s in Brookfield Place. This shopping mall/business centre is home to the Allen Lambert Galleria, a glass and steel pedestrian walkway that will have you craning your neck up in awe."

"Founded in 2002 by Bay St. lawyers Shawn Hewson and Ruth Promislow, Bustle Clothing is a leading Canadian sportswear label, known for its cheeky twist on menswear classics. Shop their new unisex collaboration – Playboy X Bustle. The collection includes: heritage classics, collegiate prep, streetwear, vintage-inspired T-shirts and accessories."

"Upscale shopping at its best; this Bloor-Yorkville destination has been at the top of the list for visiting celebs and well-to-do Torontonians since it opened back in the 1970s. Look for shoes, handbags and couture from designers such as Badgley Mischka, Christian Louboutin, Monique L'huillier, Michael Kors, Carolina Herrera, Stella McCartney, Vivienne Westwood and Zac Posen. Shop for organic groceries at Whole Foods (often dubbed as Whole Paycheck) with the cloth bag-touting elite."

"Spend a leisurely Saturday strolling through the shops of charming Yorkville village during a visit to thriving Toronto. Browse through the stacked shelves of Valency in search of the best in quality housewares and entertaining accessories. Wander over to get fitted for a high quality, custom-designed suit at Empire Customs before visiting Jean-Paul Fortin for some shiny leather dress shoes to complement your new smart-looking attire."

"Residents of the Riverside community have gotten deservedly smug about this 30-seat restaurant that serves ideal versions of all-day diner food. Massive sandwiches and billowy pancakes are grub done not just right, but exquisitely. Bread, pickles, pastrami, and donuts are all made entirely in-house."

"A charming interior with an eclectic menu would be one way of describing this relaxed diner. From baking their own bread and smoking their own bacon and salmon, White Lily Diner prides itself on serving quality, well-thought-through comfort food. Photo Courtesy: @DishedToronto"

"Lily Garden Chinese Restaurant welcomes parties and banquets, including: Birthdays, Family Gathering,Parties for all occasions. Chinese Food Restaurants, Asian Restaurants"

"Decommissioned bus terminal turned east-end classic, established 1948. Tim Dutaud, owner: There’s a story behind these booths. Orphan Black filmed here, and I guess they didn’t like the original colour of the booths, so they brought the green ones in."

"This friendly neighbourhood diner has all the essentials of a diner to meet your breakfast and brunch needs. What’s most important is their famous ice-cream sandwiches. These sandwiches are made with Greg’s or Kawartha’s Dairy ice cream, sat pretty between two halves of their famous doughnuts."

"If you are looking to enjoy comedy performances while eating scrumptious food, make sure you visit The Groove Bar & Grill when holidaying in Toronto. It’s a family-owned establishment well-equipped with big-screen televisions hosting outstanding comedy shows. Spend time here laughing your head off at hilarious performances."

"It’s one of the comfiest, most laidback comedy clubs in the city, with absolutely no pretensions and a rotating list of comedy nights each month. The only rule is to show up with a willing attitude because once you walk in through the door, anything goes. Quality of improv runs from just-getting-started to genuinely brilliant, so you’ll have a lot of people to teach you."

"A post shared by Dave Martin (@davemartincomedian) on Nov 10, 2015 at 9:27pm PST. Founded in 2008, Comedy Bar is one of the outstanding comedy clubs in Toronto who will make you laugh uncontrollably. Watch some of the best sketch comedy, stand-up, and improv performances here, by established as well as comic performers."

"It primarily develops to encourage the town’s new comedian talent, and its establishment and environment are worth admiring. Comedy bars provide such best performance and sketch performance in the city. It’s all at affordable prices—guests in seven nights of the week, guaranteed of getting enjoyed by the content heartedly."

"For those unfamiliar with the dish, it’s essentially a pot over a burner into which you drop raw ingredients to cook in a flavourful broth (a brother which serves as the base for over 30 other soups, needless to say its delicious). From there, you can choose from 30+ types of meat and 30+ types of vegetables—not to mention dipping sauces."

"On the first floor of the same mall-esque structure as Dim Sum King, you’ll find Little Sheep. Specializing in All-You-Can-Eat Mongolian Hotpot, this do it yourself eatery is perfect for the hungry diners among you!. You’ll have the chance to fill your pot with all of the sauces, meats and vegetables your heart desires."

"Another one of the amazing Chinese restaurants in Toronto sitting in Chinatown, the Dumpling King does justice to the traditional Chinese New Years’ food i.e. the dumplings. Offering both the options of Chinese dine-in and the takeout food, the Dumpling King has gained love and popularity throughout Toronto and its surrounding regions. From steamed and cooked to fried, this restaurant offers an extensive variety of dumplings, spoiling the diners with never-ending options."

"So this was a total surprise for me, after strolling around China Town, I’d worked up a pretty hefty appetite and ran right into a place I’d heard was good. I wasn’t disappointed at all!. Dumpling house is one of the best restaurants in Toronto if you’re struggling to choose a good eating spot in China Town."

"A favourite of mine was the Dumpling House. Yes, it was pretty informal and totally relaxed but the food was so incredible!. With restaurants, I always feel it’s substance over style."