Looking for a spot where the drinks flow, the atmosphere’s just right, and everyone actually wants to show up? We’ve rounded up the best pub venues in Toronto, from cosy hideaways for small groups in The Annex to popular watering holes along Queen Street West for casual nights out. If you're planning a laid-back birthday bash, a trivia night takeover, or a private gathering with craft brews and comfort food, the 6ix has plenty of options right here for you. Toronto’s best pub hangs are just below. Start your search today!
Booking costs of pub venues average C$2260 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Toronto, based on Tagvenue data:
| From C$900 | to C$6000 | minimum spend per event |
| From C$23 | to C$40 | per person |
| From C$128 | to C$300 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Good Fortune Bar at Good Fortune
in Mount Pleasant West - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘I booked Good Fortune Bar for my 30th and it was truly amazing!’
Venue at 11:59 Bar:Café
in Financial District - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘This venue was so great to work with! I would definitely host another event there again soon!’
Wine Bar at Beach Hill Wines by Archives
in Woodbine Corridor - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The cost to rent the venue is very reasonable.’
You'll find pub venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Toronto, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average C$600 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average C$2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average C$6000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 550 m from central Toronto, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller pub venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Toronto, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Main Bar at The Olde Stone Cottage Pub, rated 5/5 - bar for 30 guests
Venue said: Discover The Main Bar at Olde Stone Cottage Pub - an inviting haven for those seeking a laid-back yet vibrant atmosphere. With the capacity to accommodate up to 30 guests, this central hub is perfect for both formal and informal...
Event Space - OnOff Toronto at OnOff Toronto, rated 4.9/5 - bar for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘The whole experience of booking the venue was very seamless.’
Event Space at Casa Focolare @ Bar 24, rated 4.9/5 - bar for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘There was still plenty of room for people to walk around and definitely wasn't too packed.’
Cheap pub venues in Toronto start from C$15 per person or C$600 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Entire Venue at St. James Gate, from C$17 per person
(up to 288 guests standing)
Venue said: St. James Gate is an Irish-themed pub with a traditional interior and a lively, community-focused atmosphere. Design: The venue has a warm, traditional pub interior shaped by timber, built-in benches and dark wood furniture.
Pool Room at The Olde Stone Cottage Pub, from C$600 minimum spend per event
(up to 50 guests standing)
Venue said: Welcome to The Olde Stone Cottage Pub, where history meets hospitality in a 150+ year-old authentic stone cottage. As your local pub, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming atmosphere for a diverse mix of patrons, from...
Front Space at Super Bargain Cocktail and Snack Bar, from C$75 hire fee per hour
(up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: The area features a cozy, lively atmosphere, full access to the bar, and flexible seating — perfect for drinks, snacks, and socializing without booking the entire venue.
In Toronto, pub venues are most commonly booked for 30 to 60 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between C$1,200 and C$2,200. |
User who booked Multi-Use Open-Concept Venue at The Unity Studio for 120 guests
said: ‘Ciara was incredibly accommodating and we had a beautiful intimate concert in the space.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between C$1,500 and C$2,500. |
User who booked Good Fortune Bar at Good Fortune for 55 guests
said: ‘This is a great, vibey, and aesthetic space that was able to fit my large group.’ |
| Engagement Party | Usually between C$1,300 and C$3,200. |
User who booked Entire Space at The Opium Bar for 48 guests
said: ‘The bar offers a vibrant atmosphere, and the food is of outstanding quality.’ |
| Networking | Usually between C$450 and C$1,900. |
User who booked Event Space at OEB Liberty Village for 25 guests
said: ‘The staff was helpful and friendly. They helped us to organise the space and everything.’ |
Page last updated in September 2026
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