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Summerlicious is back July 3rd! Who’s participating in Riverside?

Mark your calendars, Summerlicious 2026 starts July 3rd and reservations are NOW OPEN!

If you’re not familiar with Summerlicious, it is every Toronto foodie’s favourite summer event. Not only is it a showcase for Toronto’s vibrant food scene, the city-wide campaign is an opportunity to show your support for local businesses as well.

Featuring three-course prix fixe lunch and dinner menus, Summerlicious offers great deals from amazing restaurants in Toronto. More than 240 restaurants are participating — three of which are from the Riverside BIA. Summerlicious 2026 runs from July 3-19. 

This year, we’ve got a few Riverside favourites participating in Summerlicious. Check them out!

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Tabule (@tabulemiddleasterncuisine)

Address: 810 Queen St E

Phone: 416-465-2500

From award-winning appetizers like the Falafel and Hallum Salad to hot and cold mezzas, the menu at Tabule on Queen East is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings for authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. The restaurant also has a full-service bar with specialty cocktails.

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ēst Restaurant (@est.restaurant)

Address: 729 Queen St E

Phone :416-465-3707

Helmed by Chef Jordan Diniz, ēst Restaurant is a fine dining restaurant that specializes in modern Italian-French cuisine, inspired cocktails and delicious wines. Made with the finest seasonal ingredients, ēst promises an unforgettable gustatory experience.

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Il Ponte (@ilponte.to)

Address: 625 Queen St E
Phone: 416-778-0404

Il Ponte specializes in classic Italian dishes with a Venetian touch, made with the best local ingredients and authentic imports. The restaurant prides itself on the quality of its food, from freshly made soups and handrolled pastas to house-butchered meats.

For reservations, contact the restaurants directly. Check out the official Summerlicious map and directory HERE.

In the meantime, follow @riverside_bia and check out the Riverside Blog regularly for updates on exciting events and fun programming happening in the neighbourhood like Summerlicious!

Riverside Vintage Crawl – Summer 2026 Edition Highlights

The Riverside Vintage Crawl made its highly anticipated return last Friday, June 19th! As always, it was an evening of fun vintage shopping, great music and awesome summer vibes!

Shout out to everyone who came and shopped the Friday night away in Toronto’s Riverside and the participating BIA businesses. We’re excited to see you rock your vintage finds! 

Tag us @riverside_bia and the stores you got them from on social — we love seeing your photos and sharing them with our community.

In case you missed it, here’s a recap of the recently concluded Riverside Vintage Crawl – Summer Edition. We hope to see you all again at the next one!

Looking for accessories for the summer? Check out Maroosh Designs’ shelf at Arts Market

Pastry Peaks gave out samples of their specialty chocolate licorice to Arts Market for the Riverside Vintage Crawl

Name something cuter than those animal-themed socks from Ran’s Closet, we’ll wait

Ran’s Closet’s guest DJ brought the beats and vibes to the Riverside Vintage Crawl

Is this Fevers Vintage t-shirt for sale? Asking for a friend

Shoppers were treated to free samples of St. John’s famous signature scones from their bakery

You can always count on Hogtown Vintage to have the coolest collection of vintage overalls

Refreshments in store, compliments of Common Sort

(Side note: You’ll find our Game On East End postcards at businesses all over Riverside, feel free to grab one!)

These extra long jeans at The Vintage Hall’s dressing room are extra cool

What a fun, groovy night it was at The Vintage Hall!

Follow @riverside_bia on Instagram and visit the Riverside Blog regularly for updates on exciting programming and events in the neighbourhood!

Photos by Riverside BIA

Getting Ready for the Riverside Vintage Crawl – Summer 2026 Edition

Amazing vintage finds and awesome summer vibes await at this year’s Riverside Vintage Crawl – Summer Edition!

This Friday, June 19th (6pm-9pm), your favorite vintage stores are assembling once again for a fun night of vintage shopping in Toronto’s Riverside neighbourhood. 

From unbeatable deals (did you know that the shops will cover HST on all purchases during the event?) and in-store raffles to live DJ sets and refreshments, it’s guaranteed to be a fun Friday night!

BLOG: Riverside Vintage Crawl is back June 19th! Here’s Everything You Need To Know

Before we browse through racks and racks of vintage goods, we’ve got a few reminders before tomorrow’s Riverside Vintage Crawl – Summer Edition:

Allot ample time to explore

There are seven participating locations this year; depending on your pace, that can be a lot to cover in three hours. Come early so you can take your time at each store. Luckily, they’re all close to each other so it’s easy to go through all of them. See the Riverside Vintage Crawl map above for your reference.

Photo credit: Ran’s Closet

Dress strategically

Here’s a tip: wear a tank top or a fitting t-shirt as a base layer to make trying on clothes a breeze. You’ll also be glad to know that all the participating stores have changing rooms so you can try on clothes in peace.

Photo credit: Fevers Vintage

Follow the participating businesses on social

For a sneak peek of what’s in store for the vintage crawl, follow the participating stores on their socials. Check out the full list of participating stores and links to their socials in the blog post below.

BLOG: Riverside Vintage Crawl – Summer 2026 Edition: Who’s Participating?

Bring great company

Vintage shopping can be a great group activity too! Whether it’s with a significant other, family or friends, browsing and trying on vintage goods is a great way to spend a Friday night with loved ones.

Don’t forget your reusable bag

If you’re planning on doing quite a bit of shopping, bring a tote bag or two for your purchases. It’s also a great way to consolidate all your great finds into one bag, rather than carrying several little bags.

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Let us know you’re coming

RSVP ahead (optional!) of the event to get event details, perks and promos straight to your inbox.

Follow @riverside_bia on Instagram and check the Riverside Blog regularly so you’re always updated on exciting events like the Riverside Vintage Crawl. See you all tomorrow!

Game On East End: Where to Watch the World Cup in Toronto’s Riverside

World Cup season is in full swing! Aside from the Riverside BIA’s own free, public programming, our local businesses members are also joining in on the festivities. Here’s where you can watch the games live (and enjoy special deals from select businesses) in Toronto’s Riverside neighbourhood:

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The West Cork (@thewestcork)

Address: 701 Queen St E

Live screening | Heineken glass giveaways | Pitchers of Heineken

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Eastbound Brewing Co. (@eastboundbeer)

Address: 700 Queen St E

Live screening

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Prohibition Social House (@prohibitionsocialhouse)

Address: 696 Queen St E

Live screening

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Urban House (@urbanhouseeastside)

Address: 718 Queen St E

Live screening | $7.50 deal on Steam Whistle beer 

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Lamoon Thai Kitchen and Coffee (@lamoon.to)

Address: 730 Queen St E

Live screening

Photo credit: Riverside BIA

Archie’s (@archiestoronto)

Address: 106 Broadview Ave – inside The Broadview Hotel

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El Cazo (@elcazo.ca)

Address: 780 Queen St E

Live screening | All happy hour prices will be honoured throughout all of the World Cup games

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Anytime Fitness (@af.riverside)

Address: 100 Broadview Ave

Live screening

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BlessedLove (@shopblessedlove)

Address: 753A Queen St E

Live screening | Caribbean Game Nights on July 11 & 15, 2026 (Evenings)

Additional locations in Riverside to watch the games:

  • Aura (686 Queen St E)
  • Hume (782 Queen St E)

That’s not all! The Queen/Saulter Library Branch (765 Queen St E) is also doing live screenings of the games — you can find the full schedule HERE.

Check out the rest of our free, public programming for Game On East End 2026 through the blog post linked below!

BLOG: Game on East End 2026: What’s Happening in Riverside?

For updates on upcoming Game On East End programming, be sure to follow @riverside_bia on Instagram and check the Riverside Blog regularly!

We thank the City of Toronto’s Community Celebration Support Fund for support of Game On East End programming 2026.

Game on East End 2026: What’s Happening in Riverside?

With the games having recently kicked off, we’re keeping the ball rolling with an exciting new campaign in Riverside and Leslieville here on Queen Street East: Game On East End!

Game On East End brings the soccer spirit to Toronto’s East End as we welcome the world with a dynamic series of free, public community activations at locations along Queen St East between the Don Valley and Jimmie Simpson Park.

Check out the complete line-up of events and programming happening in Riverside this summer as part of Game On East End:

Picnic in the Park & Youth Soccer Clinic

Date & Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 2-5pm

Location: Jimmie Simpson Park, 872 Queen St E

Enjoy a community picnic, free games, live music and art, youth soccer clinic, prizes, and giveaways. Hosted by Leslieville BIA. You can find more information HERE.

Community BBQ & Sports Trivia

Date & Time: Monday, July 6, 2026 | 11am–1pm

Location: Fontbonne Ministries (Mustard Seed), 791 Queen St E

Join us for a free BBQ lunch, community gathering, and fun sports trivia with gift cards from local businesses.

Community Mural (Sports-Themed)

Date & Time: Friday & Saturday, July 10–11, 2026 | 11am–1pm

Location: 33 Davies Ave (North-Facing Wall)

Help co-create a community mural celebrating sport and neighbourhood pride. Materials provided.

Outdoor Movie Night (Soccer-Themed)

Date & Time: Friday, July 10, 2026 | 8-10:30pm

Location: Riverside Common Park, 657 Queen St E

Watch a fan-voted, family-friendly soccer film under the stars. Snacks and drinks available from local businesses. Get your free tickets HERE. 

Caribbean Game Nights

Date & Time: Saturday, July 11 & Wednesday, July 15, 2026 | Evenings

Location: BlessedLove Caribbean Market, 753A Queen St E

Enjoy dominoes, Ludi, bingo, FIFA tournaments, Caribbean food and music.

East End Spirit Fest

Date & Time: Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 12-5pm

Location: Jimmie Simpson Park, 872 Queen St E

A youth-led community festival featuring local entertainers, mini games, scavenger hunt and sports history.

World in a City Programming & Workshops

Date & Time: June 11-July 19, 2026 | During library hours

Location: Queen/Saulter Library Branch, 765 Queen St E

Free public programming, including a soccer-themed book display and cultural workshops such as World of Chinese Brush Painting on June 27 and World of Henna on July 17.

Pop-Up Cool Zone

Date & Time: June 12-14, 2026 | (Weather dependent)

Location: Ralph Thornton Community Centre (East Patio), 765 Queen St E

Drop by for mist cooling, cold drinks, music, and a welcoming outdoor space on hot days (30°C+).

A collaborative effort of many East End partners, Game On East End is organized by the Riverside BIA, Leslieville BIA, Fontbonne Ministries, Ralph Thornton Community Centre, Queen-Saulter Library Branch, East End Arts, SH Armstrong Youth Council, and Blessed Caribbean Grocery & Takeout.

Photo credit: Pawelec Photo

We’ll be coming out with more Game On East End-related content in the coming weeks so be sure to follow @riverside_bia on Instagram and check the Riverside Blog regularly so you’re always updated on what’s happening in the neighbourhood!

We thank the City of Toronto’s Community Celebration Support Fund for support of Game On East End programming 2026.

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