City: West End
Top Things to do in West End
10 Gift & Specialty Shops in West End That You Shouldn't Miss
We've heard Toronto described as "New York City run by the Swiss," and it's true—you can find world-class theater, shopping and restaurants here, but the sidewalks are clean and the people are friendly. The best place to start is literally at the top—the CN Tower, the tallest freestanding structure in the Western Hemisphere.
Restaurants in Toronto
1. Craft Ontario Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Toronto's best collection of Canadian crafted art. Quality work in clay, glass, metal, wood and fibre, in addition to a superb collection of Inuit art. Craft Ontario is a not-for-profit member driven organization, in service of professional craftspeople. Since 1931, proceeds from Craft Ontario Shop (formerly The Guild Shop) have supported our membership - individual craftspeople.
2. Open Door Designs
3. Curiosa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By product-of-canada - Toronto, Canada
I'm not even a Harry Potter fan, nor have I watched the movies. But this store is like a showroom! It felt like I was in a museum. There is someone in my life who is a big Harry Potter fan, so I was able to get some birthday and Christmas shopping done here. But I found myself buying non-Harry Potter items for myself. I loved the duck-footed picture frames! I also really liked the novelty dish towels. My advice is to peruse their online shop first before you go there in person. Otherwise you get 'lost' looking at all the fascinating items.
4. The Monkey's Paw
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
This is no ordinary bookstore, thanks to its selection of rare and unusual volumes (published pre-1980) and its one-of-a-kind Bibliomat, the world's first book vending machine.
Reviewed By kayliebelcourt
This is such a lovely and unique used book shop! You’ll find a vast selection of vintage treasures in there! We saw some books from the 1800’s and to me, that is more than worth the visit! The biblio-matic is really fun as well. It’s $3 per person, you can only do it once (a day, I believe) and you get a randomized book. If you love books, I highly recommend stopping by here and picking something up!
5. Cheese Boutique
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By 264judib - Stoney Creek, Canada
I remember visiting CB when I was a kid with my dad. He was my first foodie inspiration and cheese lover. Years later I am just a inspired as I was as a child. The service was fantastic! A greeting with a smile from every staff you encountered. The knowledge and explanation of every product was executed timely and professionally. A high standard of costumer service was the norm. Some things never change. The vast amount of beautiful products awakened my sleeping culinary memoirs. Some of the best if the best. I found high quality products from special vacations we had. A gorgeously cured sausage from France we had on a visit in Mach last year. I was ecstatic to find it. We picked up several other items and headed to to bakery, my husbands candy area. We purchased a cake and sadly had to leave. Honestly I could have spent the entire day enjoying so many wonderful finds. Yes and great pic of one of our mentors, and a second wonderful memory.
6. Dead Dog Records
7. Fresh Collective
Fresh Collective has carved out its niche in Toronto’s fashion scene for the shopper who loves something a little different! We specialize in local designers, and our products are unique, or few of a kind. Our store is beautifully curated, offering our customers an amazing selection of fabulous clothing and accessories.
8. Cookery
9. Paper Plus Cloth
Paper Plus Cloth is a creative supply shop specializing in Japanese paper goods, pens and stationery. We take you on an analogue adventure where you can type a note, write a letter, stamp a journal or create a wax seal.
10. Snug As A Bug
Located in 'The Junction' neighbourhood in West Toronto, Snug As A Bug is a local clothing store for babies, children, teens and adults that sells customized onesies, pajamas, sun hats, accessories & more.
