Stylish bar interior with illuminated bottle shelves and moody lighting
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8.4
speakeasy$$$

Cry Baby Gallery

Gallery

Stylish cocktail with lime slices and umbrella on a wooden bar counter in Toronto
Bar counter with shelves of backlit liquor bottles, dim lighting in Toronto
Close-up of a cocktail with garnish on a wooden table in Toronto
Essential Information
Today20:00 - 02:00
Address
1468 Dundas St W, Toronto, M6J 1Y6
Walk-ins
Price Range
$$$
Happy Hour
Available

Solid happy hour specials available (specific times and details not provided in source data)

About

Cry Baby Gallery is a unique cocktail bar and art gallery experience hidden on Toronto's vibrant Dundas West. This intimate speakeasy-style venue combines creative mixology with contemporary art, offering guests a sophisticated escape behind its gallery storefront. The bar features an impressive wraparound counter and a well-stocked backlit backbar, serving innovative cocktails like the Julia Guglia Martini and Vogue Quimby. Each drink is paired with original artwork available for purchase, creating a truly immersive cultural experience. Open late until 2 AM most nights, Cry Baby Gallery offers solid happy hour specials and bartender's choice creations that showcase exceptional craft and creativity. The atmospheric lighting and curated music create an intimate, stylish ambiance perfect for date nights or late-night drinks with friends. Located in the West Queen West district, this hidden gem delivers top-notch service, well-balanced cocktails averaging $20, and an unforgettable blend of art and mixology that sets it apart from typical Toronto bars.

Ambiance & Features

Intimate and stylish speakeasy atmosphere with atmospheric lighting, wraparound bar counter, well-stocked backlit backbar, and contemporary art displays. The space feels sophisticated without being pretentious, creating a relaxed yet special environment perfect for date nights and late-night drinks.

Atmosphere

Intimate
Atmospheric
Stylish
Artistic
Sophisticated
Hidden
Dimly lit
Romantic

Noise Level

moderate

Lighting

dim atmospheric lighting with backlit bar

Music

curated playlist, moderate volume

Features

art gallery integration
hidden speakeasy entrance
wraparound bar counter
backlit backbar
artwork for purchase
bartender's choice cocktails
late night hours
creative cocktail menu
intimate seating
Our Ratings
8.4
/10

Overall Score

Our weighted scoring system

Score Breakdown

Cocktail Quality

8.5

Service

9.0

Ambiance

9.0

Value

7.5

Accessibility

5.0

✗ Not confirmed accessible

Good to Know

Happy Hour

Solid happy hour specials available (specific times and details not provided in source data)

Food & Menu

Creative cocktail menu with each drink paired with original artwork available for purchase. Bartender's choice options showcase exceptional creativity and craft. Signature drinks include the Julia Guglia Martini and unique variations like the Tequila Manhattan.

What People Say

Overall Sentiment:

very positive

Other Considerations

Too loud
Basic presentation
No garnish
Lack of balance (one drink)
Average glassware

Location

1468 Dundas St W, Toronto, undefined undefined, CA

Directions

43.649721, -79.430987

Cocktail Menu

Signature Cocktails

House Specialties
vodka cocktail icon

Julia Guglia Martini

vodka

Nicely balanced martini variation

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Vogue Quimby

mezcal

Mezcal-forward cocktail with strong smoky character

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Tequila Manhattan

tequila

Creative twist on classic Manhattan using tequila, described as phenomenal