Civil Liberties

Civil Liberties is a cocktail bar at 878 Bloor Street West in Toronto's Bloordale area, in Ontario, Canada. The bar was named in Canada's 50 Best Bars 2026, which reflects its standing within the national cocktail scene. Bloor Street West in this stretch is a neighbourhood strip with restaurants, shops and bars, away from the downtown tourist core, so the audience leans toward locals and cocktail-minded visitors. The crowd is mostly adult, typically in their twenties to forties, and dress is casual to smart casual with no strict code. The atmosphere is conversation-led and relaxed, and music serves as a backdrop rather than the main attraction. The drinks programme is built around cocktails, which is the venue's listed specialty, rather than a focus on beer or wine. Hours are evenings, and Ontario's last call is 2:00 AM; the exact days and times are best checked with the venue. There is no cover charge. Reservation policy and bottle service are not confirmed, and the bar is generally approached as a walk-in venue, so visitors planning a group visit may wish to ask in advance. Prices are mid-range, indicated as $$. Bloordale sits in the west end along the Bloor-Danforth subway line, so the bar is reachable by subway to Ossington or Dufferin stations followed by a short walk, and by Bloor Street buses. Taxis and ride-hailing are common for travel after last call. The bar fits an evening that combines a Bloor Street West dinner with cocktails afterwards, and visitors who like to explore neighbourhoods away from the downtown core will find it a good alternative to the busier entertainment districts. Busy nights are usually Friday and Saturday, so arriving early helps.