Three Places in Toronto That Hold Up

4.3 (2,741)

Mon – Tue, Thu, Sat – Sun, 18:00 – 23:30; Wed, Fri, 09:00 – 23:30

722 College St.

A midsize music hall hosting local and touring alt-rock acts, offering an up-close stage experience and eclectic dancing.

4.5 (1,032)

Mon – Sun, 21:00 – 02:00 (+1)

542 Queen St W

This graffiti-covered rock club blends an intimate live music scene with a rooftop vinyl lounge and a back-room arcade.

4.3 (6,474)

Mon – Fri, 11:00 – 03:00 (+1); Sat – Sun, 10:00 – 03:00 (+1)

431 College Street, 2nd Floor

An enduring punk rock dive bar and Tex-Mex spot since 1987, known for graffiti-covered walls and massive sharing nacho platters.