A Leslieville Weekend: Breweries, Vintage Shops and Farmers Markets Compared

Leslieville, along Queen Street East, packs craft beer, vintage clothing, markets and small theatres into a walkable stretch. Based on local guides, here is how the main options compare and how to build a weekend around them.

Craft Breweries: Left Field vs. Godspeed

Left Field Brewery is baseball-themed and has two locations, one in Leslieville and one in Liberty Village. Godspeed Brewery, on Coxwell Avenue, brews Czech-style lagers and experiments with eclectic styles and Japanese ingredients, according to Taste Toronto's 2024 brewery roundup. Pick Left Field for a casual, familiar stop; pick Godspeed if you like lagers with a twist.

Vintage Shopping: Vintage Bazaar vs. The Wild Hunt

See Toronto Now's Leslieville guide lists Vintage Bazaar and The Wild Hunt as the area's vintage clothing stores. Browse both in one outing if you like to compare racks. Hours and stock change, so check before visiting.

Farmers Markets: Leslieville vs. Riverdale

The Leslieville Farmers' Market and the Riverdale Farmers' Market are described as artisanal markets selling local produce, crafts and food. Check each market's schedule, since days and seasons vary.

Culture and Food Stops

The same guide names Red Sandcastle Theatre (922 Queen Street East) and Storefront Theatre (955 Queen Street East) for theatre, dance, music and comedy, plus Gallery 1313 for art. For dining it points to La Taqueria and Pizzeria Libretto. Street art, supported by StreetARToronto, and Withrow Park round out a stroll.

How to Choose

For a beer-led afternoon, start at Left Field or Godspeed. For shopping, head to the two vintage stores. For a morning, visit a farmers market, then end the day with a show at one of the Queen East theatres. Confirm hours, schedules and menus before you go, since small businesses change often.