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Cozy interior with wooden decor, booth seating, and a well-stocked bar
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Short Turn

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Essential Information
Today17:00 - 02:00
Address
576 Queen St W, Toronto, M5V 2B5
No Reservations
Walk-ins

We don't take reservations - walk-ins only

Price Range
$$
About

Short Turn is an intimate cocktail bar nestled in Toronto's vibrant Queen West neighborhood, sharing space with the beloved 416 Snack Bar. This cozy establishment has quickly become a destination for craft cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative, expertly crafted drinks in a welcoming atmosphere. The bar's innovative menu features standout signature cocktails including their acclaimed Vietnamese coffee-inspired drink with alcohol and a serious martini that means business. The freeze martini has earned particular praise for its strength and quality. Beyond exceptional cocktails, Short Turn offers a carefully curated selection of wines, beers, and a small but impressive food menu featuring diverse snacks meant to be enjoyed with your hands. The intimate space creates a cozy, friendly environment perfect for date nights or catching up with friends. With a stellar 4.8-star rating and rave reviews highlighting both the creative drinks and exceptional service, Short Turn delivers a premium cocktail experience. Open Tuesday through Saturday evenings, this Queen West gem welcomes walk-ins for an unforgettable night of expertly mixed drinks and delicious bites.

Ambiance & Features

Intimate and cozy cocktail bar with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. The small space creates an inviting environment perfect for enjoying creative drinks and conversation.

Atmosphere

Intimate
Cozy
Friendly
Casual
Welcoming

Features

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wine_selection
beer_selection
creative_menu
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Our Ratings
9.2
/10

Overall Score

Our BCG weighted scoring system

Score Breakdown

Cocktail Quality

9.5

Service

9.5

Ambiance

9.0

Value

8.5

Accessibility

7.0

✗ Not confirmed accessible

Good to Know

Food & Menu

✓ Food menu available

snacks
small_plates
asian_fusion
oysters
french_fries
sushi
shrimp

Creative snack menu featuring oysters, french fries, sushi, shrimp, black cod laksa, char siu bolo brekky, and sausage. All dishes designed to be eaten with hands and described as flavorful, creative, and not too heavy.

What People Say

Overall Sentiment:

overwhelmingly positive

Guests Love

Fantastic
Great
Love
Exceptional
Cozy
Friendly
Creative
Flavorful
Strong cocktails
Best drinks
  • Exceptional cocktails and creative drinks
  • Vietnamese coffee cocktail is outstanding
  • Martini is excellent and strong
  • Friendly and knowledgeable service
  • Cozy intimate atmosphere
  • Flavorful and creative food
  • Great freeze martini

Other Considerations

  • Small space
  • Limited menu

Location

576 Queen St W, Toronto, undefined undefined, CA

Directions

43.647401, -79.403602