521 Cafe & Bar
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For 9 years, this newly renovated bar and lounge has been one of the hot spots on the Danforth.521 offers a modern lounge atmosphere that always attracts a great crowd. Enjoy the eclectic menu which includes fresh fruit drinks, grilled paninis, or infused martinis while you relax on the large patio, the comfortable VIP room, or by the circular fireplaces. The sophisticated, modern, and sensual atmosphere will create a great experience. more... See more text

Atmosphere

  • Trendy,

Products and Services

  • Coffee Shop,

Languages Spoken

  • English,
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521 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1P7
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"Our parents had a restaurant on the Danforth for 16 years; we saw how happy they were and how much they liked their job, and I think that inspired us to become entrepreneurs as well," says Lambros Babatsikos. Witnessing from an early age how much their parents were appreciated in the neighbourhood and how everyone around seemed to know them, Lambros and his twin brother Frank, became fascinated with local entrepreneurship. Once adults, they decided they too would take the leap.

"For a while, we ran a café in Greece called Dock 10. When we came back to Toronto we found a vacant location and took the opportunity; it became 521 Café & Bar on September 9, 1999," he says. "It was exactly how we envisioned it. People immediately adopted the place, came here to hang out, have a good time with their friends, socialize."

Since its beginnings, 521 Café & Bar has evolved alongside the Danforth, constantly striving to stay relevant in an ever-changing city. "We renovated a few times, updated the place's look and feel so that our customers continue to enjoy the ambiance here," says Lambros.

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One of the better-kept secrets from online eyes, 521 is as classy as it is mysterious. The wine menu is not advertised, yet widely-praised on social media and by online reviewers. The contemporary lounge atmosphere helps patrons relax with their glass. Bottle service, a heated patio and circular fireplaces are more reasons to make this your next Friday night destination with friends.

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