5 Late Night Adventures for the Night Owls of Toronto, ON

Being the largest city in Canada, Toronto Ontario is known as the ‘city that never sleeps.’ As such, it must be one that is prepared to keep the activities rolling and the good vibes flowing for all walks of life - into the deepness of the night, right through to the first peaks of dawn.

Planning an adventurous night out on the town before summer passes on by? Check out this list of 5 late night things to do for the night owls of Toronto, ON – and if you can handle a scary story or two, number 4 is a definite must-do.

1. Ninja Chops

Ninja Chops is a Toronto-based dispensary and delivery company providing 24/7 same day delivery services in Toronto, Mississauga, Markham, Scarborough and Pickering, Ontario. If looking for your favorite products or accessories and more, Ninja Chops has it all.

What makes this company stand out head and arms above the rest – aside from providing only the highest grade products directly from British Columbia? Ninja Chops is unique in that not ONLY does it have premium quality products, provide delivery services to the aforementioned cities the same day, and offer free delivery for purchases over $70, they also provide this service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!

Whether looking for a night of calming relaxation and giggles while viewing the stars that sprinkle over the glimmering lights of the Toronto skyline, wanting to keep the night electrifyingly lit, or whatever it is that floats your boat, no night is truly complete without a little good-vibes tap by some of your favourite green products. Ninja Chops has got you covered. 

Hours of Operation: 24/7

2. Vapor Central Lounge

Located at 667 Yonge St in the heart of downtown Toronto, the Vapor Lounge is an ideal first stop for those over the age of 19 when starting off any great night.  Located on the second floor, as soon as you begin climbing the stairs to the lounge area, you will be inundated with the enticing aromas of delicious strains being smoked and vaped.  

At the vapour ‘bar’ there are grinders and volcano vape bags available, along with a variety of vaporizers around the room. Good thing you already stocked up on your green at Ninja Chops – now you just need to scout out the perfect spot for you and your friends and join in on the session!

Also available for entertainment are TV shows, movies or sports on the screen, great music, and designated comedy Sunday’s for those seriously giggly vibes.  

Hours of Operation: 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM

3. 7 West Café

After busting a gut for a couple of hours at the Vapor Central Lounge, the munchies monster is never far behind. Thankfully, there is no short supply of delicious late-night eateries, pubs and restaurants. Just take 7 West Café for instance.

Located at 7 Charles St. on the corner of Charles and Yonge St., 7 West Cafe is considered one of the most recognized late-night diners that has amounted to many awards over the past 20 years. Not only is it a late-night diner, but this joint is offering pub grub 24/7 – and the nocturnal staff pride themselves in their ability to provide top of the line service at all hours of the day.

Why not satisfy those creeping hunger cravings with the 7 West Sampler, which consists of hummus, bruschetta, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, various cheeses, and grilled pita along side a deliciously refreshing beverage from their fully stocked bar?

Hours of Operation: 24/7

4. Old Finch Bridge

In the Scarborough district of Toronto known as Malvern, resides an old bridge that carries with it a few eerie legends. If looking for a spooky night of ghost-stories that will leave the hairs on the back of the neck stand on end, a visit to Old Finch Road will do the trick.  

The Ghosts of Old Finch Road

Rumor has it that a ghost of a young girl that brutally met her demise at the hands of a monstrous stranger resides here. It is said that if you sing happy birthday near the Finch bridge on her birthday, that screaming can be heard in the distance – some even claim to see the young girl’s physical spirit.

Another rumor whispers the fear-invoking image of a train track haunted by a bus-full of school children that are said to have been killed in a school bus accident in the 1970’s. They say that if you park your car by the tracks and shut off the engine, you will suddenly be pushed away from the tracks and tiny child-sized hand-prints will flutter your windows.

Hours of Operation: Any time - at night for best effect

5. Zed80 Arcade bar and community

Do you live for the nostalgia of old-school arcade games? Look no further than Zen80, located in the Danforth area of Toronto at 185 Danforth Ave.

Created by the people who started Tilt - the largest vintage arcade bar in Toronto, Zed80 boasts a more intimate environment for an exceptional experience. After 8:00 PM every night, the Zed80 Arcade bar is 19+ only (though minors may still play arcade games while accompanied by an adult).

For only $5 per person, head on over to Danforth you can immerse yourself in all the old school arcade games and pin ball machines you can handle. The joint also has some decent pub grub and cocktail options to keep the hunger and thirst at bay. Take a break from PacMan and order some delicious Jamaican patties, or grab a Peter Pepper Pina Colada made with pineapple, bitters, spiced and  coconut rums. Yum!

Note that in order to keep physical distancing precautions in place, only groups of 4 or fewer are permitted.

Hours of Operation: Tuesday - Sunday open until 12:00 AM, Friday - Saturday open until 2:00 AM

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