Cold Tea

Cold Tea is a Prohibition-style cocktail bar at 60 Kensington Avenue in Toronto's Kensington Market, in Ontario, Canada. The bar is entered through a storefront, so the venue is not obvious from the street, which suits the speakeasy concept. Kensington Market is one of the city's most eclectic neighbourhoods, known for vintage shops, food stalls and a lively street scene, and the bar sits within that setting. The crowd is mixed and adult, with locals, students, creative workers and visitors exploring the market, generally in their twenties and thirties, and casual dress is standard. The atmosphere is relaxed and a little hidden away, more conversation-led than dance-led, and music is part of the background rather than a programmed feature. The drinks programme is built around cocktails in a Prohibition-style format, as reflected in the specialty listed for the venue. Hours are evenings, and Ontario's last call is 2:00 AM; days and opening times vary and should be confirmed directly with the venue. There is no cover charge, and the venue is primarily a walk-in bar. Reservations and bottle service are not a typical feature, though visitors planning a larger group may wish to ask in advance. Prices are mid-range, shown as $$. The Kensington Market location means that the surrounding streets are busy on weekend evenings, and the bar suits a night that starts with food in the market and continues with drinks nearby. Transit options include streetcar service along College Street and Spadina Avenue, and taxis or ride-hailing are commonly used late at night. Visitors should be prepared for narrow, busy streets around the market on weekends.