Where to Find Toronto’s Best Booze-Free Cocktails
Are you trying out sober October or gearing up for dry January? Maybe you’re dipping your toes into a ‘damp’ lifestyle or simply feel like reducing your weekly drink count. Whatever has you interested in going alcohol-free, we have good news: it’s never been easier!
Restaurants everywhere are shaking up delicious zero-proof cocktails with the same quality ingredients, balance, and complex flavours as their boozy counterparts.
We’ve rounded up 10 O&B restaurants across Toronto serving some of the city’s best spirit-free libations that don’t skimp on the wow factor. Happy sipping!
Ceci Bar
Our new cantina at Yonge and Front will transport you to a vibrant warm-weather oasis. Featuring a number of non-alcoholic drinks that draw inspiration from bold Latin flavours, you won’t even miss the liquor!
Fresca Notonica
HP Juniper classic gin (0.5% ABV), strawberry, pink peppercorn, rosemary, Fever-Tree premium tonic
The Dorset
Take a trip to the British coast and countryside at The Dorset! Grab a seat in the breezy upstairs dining room or get cozy at the main-level bar with a booze-free drink in hand.
Dorset Gin & Tonic
Monday non-alcoholic gin, tonic, lemon, strawberry
La Plume
La Plume’s airy dining room is the ideal spot to sip a refreshing mocktail. After ordering some tartare and hors d’oeuvres for the table, you’ll feel like you’re in the south of France!
Coastline Sour
Seedlip Grove 42, lemon, apple, raspberry compote
Aera
Soar high above the clouds at Aera, a luxurious restaurant on the 38th floor of The Well. Indulge in perfectly cooked steaks and high-quality sushi while enjoying an alcohol-free libations. Our favourite features a crisp, dry Chardonnay sourced from French vineyards that is 0% ABV. Booze-free living can include wine, too!
Cipriani Bellini
Oddbird non-alcoholic blanc de blancs, peach nectar
Jump
At this timeless Toronto treasure, pair your meal with a fresh and flavourful non-alcoholic cocktail as you take in its legendary sky-high glass atrium, hidden-gem courtyard patio, and bustling wrap-around bar.
Between the Woods
Kentucky 74 NA bourbon (<0.5% ABV), brown sugar syrup, lime
The Rabbit Hole
Using the German line of ‘Undone’ alcohol-free spirits, The Rabbit Hole offers sober versions of classic drinks. Try this one, which features an Italian aperitivo that smells like aromatic wormwood herb, cinnamon and sweet orange. Hot tip: The Paper Plain and Wimbledon Spritz are also top-notch.
No-groni
Undone No. 2 gin, Undone No. 9 red vermouth, Undone No. 7 orange bitters
Luma
Offering one of the best happy hours in the city, Luma’s Magic Hour delivers a glowing lineup of booze-free beverages. Find a substitute for your 5-o’clock martini with their tasty hand-crafted concoctions.
No-tini
cranberry juice, black tea infused with juniper, orange-vanilla syrup, lime juice
Maison Selby
A visit to the historic C.H. Gooderham House in Toronto’s vibrant St. James Town means a stop at Maison Selby. Try a drink alongside their menu of seasonal French classics with a twist. Psst… you might want to venture downstairs to Sous Sol, an underground speakeasy where spirit-free options are also in full supply.
Raspberry Pepper Mojito
raspberry, black pepper, lime, mint, soda
Want to make this at home? Check out the recipe here.
Parcheggio
It’s always time for an aperitivo in Italy! If you find yourself craving a boozeless bevy in North York, Parcheggio’s selection of non-alcoholic options is sure to please and is designated-driver-approved!
Lemon Berry
mint, raspberry, lemon wedge, Monin lemon syrup
Beaumont Kitchen
Craving the virgin piña colada of your youth? Beaumont Kitchen has got you covered! Just as delicious as the creamy original version, this one uses coconut water and tropical fruits for a lighter take that brings the sun without the rum.
Coco-lada
coconut water, pineapple & lychee cactus pear juice
As you can see, when it comes to dining out, those looking to lose the booze aren’t confined to just pop and water anymore! Our talented teams of bar chefs and mixology masters are serving up inspiring and creative cocktails that make going dry easy, effortless, and oh-so-delicious. All of our restaurants here at O&B have something delicious for you to sip on, so check out our drink menus and get ready to enjoy. Cheers!
