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The best holiday pop-up bars jam everything you love about the season into destination watering holes. Places festooned with sparkle, greenery and kitsch, where the line between tawdry and tasteful is often inextricably blurred, these spots serve up themed snacks and drinks, wintry vibes and holiday cheer by the boatload.
Trim yourself up like a bedazzled tree or keep it classy, then embrace the calendar’s jolliest season at these holiday pop-up bars.
Giggly Christmas at Project Gigglewater
Warm up at this beloved Toronto watering hole that transforms into a festive sanctuary for the holidays! Decked out with spirited decorations paired with a festive food and drink program, it's a must-visit this season, now until December 31.
Giggly Christmas at Project Gigglewater
Warm up at this beloved Toronto watering hole that transforms into a festive sanctuary for the holidays! Decked out with spirited decorations paired with a festive food and drink program, it's a must-visit this season, now until December 31.
Winter Wonder Lounge (At Earls Restaurant + Bar, King West)
Escape to Earls King West, between November 15th and January 8th, and find it transformed into a snug hideaway where you’ll want to ride out the ups and downs of the season. Complete with twinkling lights and plush throws, seasonal decor, Yuletide Mules and Peppermint Mochas, it’s got everything one could need to toast to the season in style.
Winter Wonder Lounge (At Earls Restaurant + Bar, King West)
Escape to Earls King West, between November 15th and January 8th, and find it transformed into a snug hideaway where you’ll want to ride out the ups and downs of the season. Complete with twinkling lights and plush throws, seasonal decor, Yuletide Mules and Peppermint Mochas, it’s got everything one could need to toast to the season in style.
Nordic by BarChef
Presented by ABSOLUT, this Scandi-inspired pop-up at The Well is serving up handcrafted holiday drinks created by the renowned BarChef team. In the cozy yurt or firepit lounge, guests nuzzle up to innovative cocktails designed to engage every one of their senses. With a limited number of seats available until December 22nd, you’d be wise to reserve this one ASAP.
Nordic by BarChef
Presented by ABSOLUT, this Scandi-inspired pop-up at The Well is serving up handcrafted holiday drinks created by the renowned BarChef team. In the cozy yurt or firepit lounge, guests nuzzle up to innovative cocktails designed to engage every one of their senses. With a limited number of seats available until December 22nd, you’d be wise to reserve this one ASAP.
Mistletoes & Margaritas
Give your merrymaking a Mexican spin, with tacos, guac and tequila at this Ossington hot spot.
Seven days a week, fill up on wings and nachos, churros, jalapeño poppers and rounds of drinks — from the Grinch-hued to the frothy, the ginger-laced and the no ABV. Reserved for walk-ins, tables in the tinsel-choked spot are first come, first served.
Mistletoes & Margaritas
Give your merrymaking a Mexican spin, with tacos, guac and tequila at this Ossington hot spot.
Seven days a week, fill up on wings and nachos, churros, jalapeño poppers and rounds of drinks — from the Grinch-hued to the frothy, the ginger-laced and the no ABV. Reserved for walk-ins, tables in the tinsel-choked spot are first come, first served.
Miracle Toronto
Unapologetically overdone, this pop-up unites the award-winning Civil Liberties team and the merriest time of the year. Immersed in a world of wrapping paper and garlands, tassels, tinsel and trinkets, guests embrace the season over bar bites and sips of Hot Buttered Rum, Jingle Balls Nog and juicy, mezcal-spiked Christmasaurus cocktails. Plus, for every drink sold, a donation will be made to Nellie’s, a local nonprofit supporting women and children in the GTA. Miracle runs until December 29th, with reservations available on OpenTable.
Miracle Toronto
Unapologetically overdone, this pop-up unites the award-winning Civil Liberties team and the merriest time of the year. Immersed in a world of wrapping paper and garlands, tassels, tinsel and trinkets, guests embrace the season over bar bites and sips of Hot Buttered Rum, Jingle Balls Nog and juicy, mezcal-spiked Christmasaurus cocktails. Plus, for every drink sold, a donation will be made to Nellie’s, a local nonprofit supporting women and children in the GTA. Miracle runs until December 29th, with reservations available on OpenTable.
Melody’s Holiday Comforts & Cocktails
At this limited-time restaurant, inside Gladstone House, the mood is glam, not garish. Here, dazzling décor, seasonal plates and a host of holiday-themed cocktails transport guests from the humdrum to the high of the holidays. Opening November 20th, the pop-up runs until December 31st. For reservations, visit OpenTable.
Melody’s Holiday Comforts & Cocktails
At this limited-time restaurant, inside Gladstone House, the mood is glam, not garish. Here, dazzling décor, seasonal plates and a host of holiday-themed cocktails transport guests from the humdrum to the high of the holidays. Opening November 20th, the pop-up runs until December 31st. For reservations, visit OpenTable.
Little Sister Java Jingle Bar
From November 15th to December 31st, both locations of Little Sister are home to Java Jingle, a pop-up that’s big on holiday cheer. Guests are invited to snack on Dutch-Indo specialties, from rendang spiced beef croquettes to grilled Balinese lamb satay, as they knock back themed drinks, like the rum-laced Noggy and Nice and sparkling Jingle Juice. For a taste of the holidays shot through with tropical warmth, there’s no better spot.
Little Sister Java Jingle Bar
From November 15th to December 31st, both locations of Little Sister are home to Java Jingle, a pop-up that’s big on holiday cheer. Guests are invited to snack on Dutch-Indo specialties, from rendang spiced beef croquettes to grilled Balinese lamb satay, as they knock back themed drinks, like the rum-laced Noggy and Nice and sparkling Jingle Juice. For a taste of the holidays shot through with tropical warmth, there’s no better spot.
Kōst Chalet
Find après-ski inspired dishes and a flurry of Grey Goose cocktails on the menu at this wintry pop-up on the 44th floor of the Bisha Hotel Toronto. Until February, 2025, melt into the warm space as you take in the gorgeous city views — stylish ski gear optional.
Kōst Chalet
Find après-ski inspired dishes and a flurry of Grey Goose cocktails on the menu at this wintry pop-up on the 44th floor of the Bisha Hotel Toronto. Until February, 2025, melt into the warm space as you take in the gorgeous city views — stylish ski gear optional.
Jack Astor's Dive Bar
Reimagined as festive pop-up dive bars, all Jack Astor’s locations will be serving up a slew of specials, until January 5th. Settle in, with Nog Bombs and Skrewged cocktails, then move onto feature items, from classic spinach and artichoke dip to NY striploin with lobster, crab and shrimp. Go all out, knowing that proceeds from the feature menu will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Jack Astor's Dive Bar
Reimagined as festive pop-up dive bars, all Jack Astor’s locations will be serving up a slew of specials, until January 5th. Settle in, with Nog Bombs and Skrewged cocktails, then move onto feature items, from classic spinach and artichoke dip to NY striploin with lobster, crab and shrimp. Go all out, knowing that proceeds from the feature menu will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
House of York (At the Fairmont Royal York)
The holidays have taken on a cozy cabin vibe at this year’s pop-up bar inside Fairmont Royal York Hotel. Where the Thirsty Elf once stood, there’s now a warm, intimate spot decked out in evergreens and plush throws rather than garish baubles. Opening on November 20th, the House of York is 19+ and is reserved for walk-ins.
House of York (At the Fairmont Royal York)
The holidays have taken on a cozy cabin vibe at this year’s pop-up bar inside Fairmont Royal York Hotel. Where the Thirsty Elf once stood, there’s now a warm, intimate spot decked out in evergreens and plush throws rather than garish baubles. Opening on November 20th, the House of York is 19+ and is reserved for walk-ins.
Ginger's Cocktail Bar
At this baking-inspired winter wonderland, guests will find everything they need to put them squarely in a holiday mood. From the creative team behind Le Dolci Culinary Classroom and Studio, Ginger’s menu includes cocktails and mocktails along with festive treats, from ginger cookies to maple pumpkin scones. Reserve online, and $5 will be donated to The Daily Bread Food Bank.
Ginger's Cocktail Bar
At this baking-inspired winter wonderland, guests will find everything they need to put them squarely in a holiday mood. From the creative team behind Le Dolci Culinary Classroom and Studio, Ginger’s menu includes cocktails and mocktails along with festive treats, from ginger cookies to maple pumpkin scones. Reserve online, and $5 will be donated to The Daily Bread Food Bank.
Christmas on Queen at Aleria
The team at this Queen West spot celebrates the holidays in a big way, with oodles of tinsel and twinkle lights, ornaments and cheer. Pop in daily, until January 31st, for Mediterranean plates paired with festive drinks, like the S’mores on the Rocks, Berry Blitzen and Tiramisu Espresso Martini.
Christmas on Queen at Aleria
The team at this Queen West spot celebrates the holidays in a big way, with oodles of tinsel and twinkle lights, ornaments and cheer. Pop in daily, until January 31st, for Mediterranean plates paired with festive drinks, like the S’mores on the Rocks, Berry Blitzen and Tiramisu Espresso Martini.
A Christmas Carol by COMPTON Ave.
Enter a Dickensian midwinter at this posh spot modelled after London’s toniest locales. Through holiday-themed music and décor, food and creative cocktails, Frankie Solarik and his nattily dressed crew transport guests to jolly olde England. The experience runs until December 31st, with reservations available at comptonave.com.
A Christmas Carol by COMPTON Ave.
Enter a Dickensian midwinter at this posh spot modelled after London’s toniest locales. Through holiday-themed music and décor, food and creative cocktails, Frankie Solarik and his nattily dressed crew transport guests to jolly olde England. The experience runs until December 31st, with reservations available at comptonave.com.
