Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in Ontario Area

"The Toronto Eaton Centre has a store to suit every taste|© Valentino Visentini / Alamy Stock Photo. A mall wouldn’t normally appear on a Culture Trip list of must-visit attractions, but the Eaton Centre isn’t your average mall. Attracting around 50 million visitors each year, this Toronto institution is the busiest mall in the whole of North America – even busier than Minnesota’s gargantuan Mall of America."

"Here you’ll find the Eaton Centre, the city’s largest mall and plenty of restaurants. Across from the Eaton Centre there are some restaurants a few storey’s up where you can grab a place on the patio and overlook all of the action in the square."

"One of the largest enclosed malls in Canada, Vaughan Mills, located in Vaughan, comprises 1.3 million square feet with 200 retail stores, restaurants, and family-friendly entertainment outlets. They are visited by 13.5-million customers a year. Besides housing Legoland Discovery Centre, the mall has outlets like Saks Off 5th, Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Armani Exchange, Hugo Boss, and more."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Vaughan Mills Shopping Centre (@vaughan_mills) on May 3, 2019 at 1:56pm PDT"

"Brookfield Place is an office complex in downtown Toronto made up of two tall office towers (the Bay Wellington Tower and the TD Canada Trust Tower) that are linked by the six-storey Allen Lambert Galleria. The Allan Lambert Galleria was our focus in our Toronto's Modern Landmarks photo essay, but the façades of eleven heritage buildings on Yonge and Wellington Streets dating back to 1870 definitely deserve a mention as a classic landmark of Toronto. They have been skillfully restored and line the sides of the impressive galleria, connecting the now and the then in a perfect balance."

"When it comes to architecture shots around Toronto, one of the most photographed interior spaces is Brookfield Place. Located in the heart of Toronto’s Financial District, Brookfield Place is an office complex that houses the Hockey Hall of Fame. This is also where you’ll find the Allen Lambert Galleria, a 6-story atrium with soaring ceilings and curved steel arch beams."

"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."

"This is one of our all-time favourite spots to hang in the city. Not only is there plenty of room for kids and pets to run around, but you can also enjoy great eats and drinks at their three patios. Depending on your mood you can either grab food from the various vendors on-site or enjoy a sit-down experience."

"Travel several km west of Toronto for the spacious Sherway Gardens mall in Etobicoke. Open since 1971, this mall has expanded every decade to include 1,182,000 square feet of retail, with a recent slant to more luxury brand and fashion-conscious items. The mall somehow seems much smaller than it is, with low hanging ceilings and a figure-8 layout."

"With more than 1-million square feet, Sherway Gardens mall, located in Etobicoke, has 215 stores. It’s the eighth largest mall in Toronto. Through the years, it has changed from a mix of retail stores to become a centre for high fashion and luxury."

"Stop by East York Town Centre to experience the unique collection of discount retailers, electronics stores, and beauty salons. Stop in at Ichiban Living to stock up on serving ware, beauty products, and miscellaneous items at bargain-basement prices. Pick up some glittery fashion accessories at Ardene before heading over to browse through the racks at Royal Fashion."

"Perched high on the Manulife Centre in Yorkville, the restaurant offers a fantastic vantage point in the city. You can choose to sit in one of the two patios – the one facing North Toronto or the other overlooking the CN Tower and downtown Toronto. No matter which one you choose, you are guaranteed the best rooftop view in the city. Pair the view with a few small plates like sweet Thai chili chicken drummies and Baja Halibut tacos, life can’t get much better!"

"Located on the corner of Bay and Bloor, this shopping centre is another great place to get your retail fix. The Manulife Centre is located on what’s known as the “Mink Mile”. It’s an upscale shopping district in Yorkville, along Bloor Street between Avenue Road and Yonge Street."

"If you are looking for the big shopping mall experience in Midtown Toronto, this is the place to head. You’ll find 70 retailers, including a wide range of brands such as Sephora, Indigo Books, Reitmans and more. It’s located across the street from the Canada Square Complex and it is connected to the Eglinton subway station via a lower level tunnel."

"This North York shopping centre has over 180 stores, offices and a cinema complex. It’s not a huge space but you can still manage to find everything you need. Stores included in the shopping centre include H&M, Little Burgundy, Hudson’s Bay, Victoria’s Secret, and more."

"Pow Wow's easy to miss, given its tiny façade and somewhat cozy (read: cramped) interior; but the unique indigenous-inspired menu and front-facing exterior patio, all smack in the heart of Kensington Market, have turned have turned this tiny joint into an unmissable neighborhood favorite. Most dishes are built around the Ojibwe frybread, a warm, pillowy version of a yeast doughnut (it's a little sweet, too, like a beignet). The coconut lime leaf chicken curry taco is a winner, with a heap of delicious boiled chicken and chickpeas atop the perfectly crisped dough; convert it to a brunch platter, and it'll come topped with runny eggs and sides of fresh fruit and expertly seasoned home fries."

"This restaurant serving indigenous-inspired foods in the heart of Kensington Market does an incredible brunch, preserving the culture one heaping plate at a time. You’ll get a mountain of colourful, delicious, local ingredients such as their signature frybread topped with two poached eggs, smoked salmon, and their Dill Corn Chowder. Come for dinner, too, and try the tacos!"

"A cozy place serving Native American inspired foods, prepared and served by Indigenous people. Their “tacos” are really Ojibway fry bread topped with a heaping pile of food – and they’re delicious. Their brunch menu is also especially popular and can be enjoyed on the patio."

"This California chain has finally made its way to Toronto and in a prime location: Yonge-Dundas Square. Right in the heart of Downtown, stop here for a quick lunch of artisanal pizzas, made from fresh dough and unlimited toppings. You can grab and go if you’re really on a time crunch, or settle into one of the tables and enjoy the large selection of spices and cheeses on offer."

"Biagio Ristorante is a gorgeous Italian spot in Old Town, and it’s a chic restaurant for all your Instagrammable needs."

"Fine Dining, Lounge, French, Italian, Restaurant With Private Rooms, Bring Your Own Wine, Restaurant With Live Entertainment, Restaurant With Party Services, Extensive Wine List, Wheelchair-accessible Restaurant. facade, Blu is an Italian restaurant based on authentic classic cuisine created by executive chef Massimo Callovini... French Restaurants, Italian Restaurants"

"Sometimes going out for Italian food seems counterintuitive. How hard is it for you to stay at home and boil some pasta?. Blu gives you Italian food you cannot make yourself at home unless you have ample time and have studied under masters (or grandmothers) in Italy."

"From truffled beef carpaccio to pan-seared ribeye, this place knows how to wine and dine. Speaking of wine, right now you can take advantage of their incredible promo to enjoy takeout bottles at 30% off!"