These Are The 5 Great Places To Shop Local In Toronto¡¯s Leslieville
Leslieville offers a diverse shopping experience and is conveniently located near some of the east end's popular brunch spots like Maha's Egyptian Brunch, Gare de l'Est Brasserie, or The Green Wood. Enjoy the neighbourhood's charm and find the perfect memento to cherish your Toronto visit.
Seeking memorable souvenirs in Toronto? Leslieville, located in the east end, is your go-to spot. Queen Street East, the main strip, hosts indie designers and local boutiques where you're bound to discover that special something. Here are five shops to explore:
1) Queen Books (914 Queen St. E)
A haven for East-end book lovers, Queen Books features CanLit prominently, including works by local authors. Check their website for author events and explore titles ranging from Afrofuturism to indie CanLit.
2) Province of Canada (1004 Queen St. E)
Offering clothing that feels like a warm hug, the Province of Canada designs and crafts each piece in Canada. Specialising in cosy sweats, T-shirts, winter accessories, and home textiles, they also contribute 10% of BIPOC collection proceeds to Black Lives Matter and Indspire.
3) Scout (1140 Queen St. E)
Scout is the perfect stop for gifts. Discover printed T-shirts showcasing classic Toronto sights, unique giftware like Montreal-made Baltic Club candles, and retro keychains dedicated to different neighbourhoods.
4) Doll Factory by Damzels (1122 Queen St. E)
Toronto designers Kelly Freeman and Rory Lindo bring retro-style dresses and clothing to life. With bold prints, including gingham, florals, and leopard, their vintage-inspired pieces offer a vibrant range of colours.
5) The Sidekick (1374 Queen St. E)
Wrap up your souvenir hunt at The Sidekick, a unique haven dedicated to comics and coffee. Explore titles from DC and Marvel, alongside independent and locally made publications, while sipping on a mocha latte.
Leslieville offers a diverse shopping experience and is conveniently located near some of the east end's popular brunch spots like Maha's Egyptian Brunch, Gare de l'Est Brasserie, or The Green Wood. Enjoy the neighbourhood's charm and find the perfect memento to cherish your Toronto visit.
How to get to Leslieville:
- Take the Line 2 Bloor-Danforth subway to Coxwell station, then the 22 bus southbound
- Or take the Line 1 Yonge-University subway to Queen Station and then the 501 streetcar eastbound
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