Cities

Meets

Kensington Market (West of Spadina Ave. and North of Dundas St.) A little urban village if there ever was one, the pedestrian- and cycling-friendly Kensington Market is the best place to grab picnic fixings.

Toronto Island (Via Ferrydocks at 9 Queen’s Quay West) This car-free island is a short ferry ride from the downtown and is a must for bikers. It also contains a nude beach, but best keep your shorts on while biking.

Bike Month (all over the city) In June of each year, this month is packed with bike- and family-friendly events.

Critical Mass (Corner of Bloor St. and Spadina Ave.) This group bike ride is a great way to meet other Toronto cyclists. Starts at 6 p.m. last Friday of the month.

Sherbourne Common (Lower Sherbourne Street at Queens Quay) Part of the city’s new Blue Edge, this waterfront park features a splash pad great for cyclists looking to cool off.

Toronto Cyclist Union This member-based advocacy groups hosts regular meet-ups like pub nights and their coldest day of the year ride on January 30th.

Eats

Woodlot Restaurant & Bakery (293 Palmerston Ave.) A much hyped, trendy restaurant located just off the College St. bike lane.

Jet Fuel Coffee Shop Inc. (519 Parliament St.) This coffee shop is also home to Canada’s longest-running cycling team. Fuel up here.

Pizzeria Libretto (221 Ossington Ave.) – Baked for 90 seconds in a 900 degree wood burning oven, this Ossington establishment is the best pizza in the city.

La Palette (429 Queen St. W) – This French restaurant bikes in much of their supplies using the rickshaw parked outside.

Hen House (1532 Dundas St. W) – A cute, Formica-table decorated bar with a juke box and a relaxed atmosphere.

Sam James Coffee (297 Harbord St.) Located on the Harbord bike lane, this coffee shop puts out a sign reminding drivers not to park in the bike lane while they grab their fix.

Sleeps

Drake Hotel (1150 Queen St. W) This funky hotel offers bike rentals and a great bar.

Gladstone Hotel (1214 Queen St. W) Down the street from the Drake, this hotel has 37 rooms, each designed by a local Toronto artist.

The Rex (194 Queen St. W) Located in the entertainment district and near BIXI, this hotel features live jazz seven nights a week.

The Planet Traveler (357 College St.) Located right on the College bike lane, this hostel features solar panels and a rooftop bar.

Annex Quest House (83 Spadina Rd.) Located in the beautiful Annex neighborhood, this old Victorian-style home has 18 rooms and is near several BIXI stations and the subway.