St. Lawrence Market
St. Lawrence Market
4.5
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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All roads to good food lead to St. Lawrence Market, a city landmark more than two centuries old. Two hundred vendors sell everything from local mustard to fresh pasta, lobster to artisanal bread.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Neighbourhood: Waterfront Communities-The Island
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- King • 7 min walk
- Queen • 10 min walk
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- Lorraine WDublin, Ireland7 contributionsA foodies dreamOne of my favourite places in Toronto. For anyone who loves food you can great fresh produce here or a hearty cooked meal. If you're eating here I highly recommend the delicious chicken from Churrasco and the chicken parm sandwich from Carousel.Visited December 2022Travelled soloWritten January 7, 2023
- Marc HBrunswick Heads, Australia96 contributionsA great old fashioned marketDefinitely worth a visit - old style market with huge display of cheese, meat, fish, bakery items etc with only little touristy stuff’. On a Saturday definitely do not forget visiting the farmers market behind the main market - these stalls are set up by the farmers/local producer themselves and don’t get the custom they deserve. Plus, being less crowded, the stall holders have more time to talkVisited January 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten January 21, 2023
- Andrés BlancoCarteret, New Jersey675 contributionsFamous for a reasonWe were exploring Toronto and decided to stop by and see the market. WOW! It has so many specialty shops inside. If you like meat and cheese this place will feel like heaven. Also, there are multiple gift shops and eateries. All in one place to choose from. The market was clean and the atmosphere very pleasant.Visited August 2022Travelled as a coupleWritten February 21, 2023
- Chelsea DDallas, Texas238 contributionsCozy, great for exploring and eatingWe visited St. Lawrence Market on a snowy Thursday morning in February so it was fairly empty. There are so many stalls and shops to tour that we spent nearly two hours inside. I got a dairy-free peanut butter and chocolate chip crepe at Crepe It Up in the lower area, tasted New Zealand honey, and bought a local chocolate bar. Upstairs, my bf got the famous peameal and bacon sandwich from Paddington and I got a large pulled pork sandwich from Carnicero's. My bf also got a large frosted shamrock cookie from Carousel Bakery, which turned out to be vegan! Everyone was very friendly and there was plenty of seating in the middle of the concourse. We used credit card tap everywhere, but there are ATMs. The bathrooms are clean and easy to find on the lower floor. Water bottle refill station down there, too. There were more produce, cheese, fish, meat, and souvenir shops that we didn’t visit.Visited February 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten February 24, 2023
- LyndriaFlower Mound, Texas183 contributionsCool place to shop!This market has it all! Lots of food vendors, such as butchers, fruit/veggie vendors, breads, pastry, and more. They also have souvenirs, maple syrup, maple cookies, flowers, coffee, tea, food to eat immediately or take home..I could go on and on. We went on Saturday to check it out and ended up going back on Sunday for breakfast.Visited February 2023Written March 6, 2023
- alilodd80Stow, Ohio683 contributionsFun marketThis market is similar to other markets in major cities. It’s bigger though, so we spent a couple hours browsing and choosing our lunch. As tourists, we didn’t buy any cheese or meat, but it was fun to look around.Visited March 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten March 28, 2023
- Hawklord_pxr5Galashiels, United Kingdom843 contributionsGreat placeThis a great way to spend some time, particularly if you’re looking for reasonably priced snacks or meals. If you’re not hungry when you go in, you will be soon enough! Vast array of food vendors and surely something you will fancy. Lots of ingredients to but and take way too.Visited October 2022Travelled as a coupleWritten April 5, 2023
- Cindy H4 contributionsGreat place to grab lunchIt's a great place to spend a rainy afternoon. We enjoyed walking around all the food vendors and grocery shops. We enjoyed lunch from the Italian shop and picked up dessert from the Ukraine bakeryVisited April 2023Travelled with familyWritten April 11, 2023
- Jessica SCanada242 contributionsSo fun!!It poured the two days we were in TO end of April but we still explored. Just got soaked while doing it! We went to the St. Lawrence Market on a Sunday morning and adored it! What a bustling, fascinating place. Definitely check it out.Visited May 2023Travelled with familyWritten April 30, 2023
- Melanie TNew York City, New York4,599 contributionsLots of options to choose fromIt wasn't too crowded for a Friday at around 11:30, so it was a pleasant experience to walk around. The market isn't that big but there are still lots of options to choose from. They sell everything such as souvenirs, meats, seafood, produce, desserts, bakery items, and there are some lunch spots as well. We didn't try anything since we had just come from brunch but it seems like a cool place to go food hopping (though some of it can be pretty pricey).Visited May 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten May 16, 2023
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Jasmine
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Nov. 2023 • Solo
A huge market with a variety of food and different cultures to choose from. Cheese, meat, pasta, pastries, wine, etc are all available.
Written November 21, 2023
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dustythoughts
Manchester, CT2,064 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Solo
Really pleasant place to wander, take in the wondrous variety of food/shopping vendors, and have a good meal. Take your time as you eat so you can people-watch. I think this is one of the older markets in North America, and it's definitely a very busy one. You can also buy groceries here - they have a fabulous variety of cheeses.
Written November 19, 2023
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Hrothmir
Smyrna, GA176 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Friends
One tour book/site I had described this as one of the best markets in N. America. I've been to several historic markets in cities in N. America and I have a tough time saying what makes this one particularly special or interesting for a tourist.
There are lots of prepared food options - so a sensible spot to stop for lunch.
If you want to buy some groceries - like cheeses - there is a great selection.
If you have seen other still active, historic markets and are considering visiting St. Lawrence primarily as a tourist site during a short stay in Toronto, you may find it OK (vs. a true highlight of your time in Toronto.)
There are lots of prepared food options - so a sensible spot to stop for lunch.
If you want to buy some groceries - like cheeses - there is a great selection.
If you have seen other still active, historic markets and are considering visiting St. Lawrence primarily as a tourist site during a short stay in Toronto, you may find it OK (vs. a true highlight of your time in Toronto.)
Written November 2, 2023
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Christine A
7 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Solo
I wish I lived here! What a beautiful market!All in one place...the varieties of all sorts of things, fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, cheese...incredible! Loads of different, delicious foods. I visited the market on 3 occasions, it is that addictive.
Written October 29, 2023
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Dana
Rhodes, Greece1 contribution
Oct. 2023 • Solo
It's a nice market, but not much to do in it. I bought a peameal sandwich and I couldn't pay with my card. The currency exchange commission from the ATM was higher than what I wanted to buy.
Written October 28, 2023
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Try2TravelSustainably
Hamilton, Canada238 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Couples
A great multi building place to walk around. Go hungry so you can get a sandwich or so many other things from vendors. Often there are events going on there too.
Written October 15, 2023
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RuthyGlasgow
Glasgow766 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Friends
Great place to kill some time and dawdle among all the wares in this vibrant market. Went for breakfast in cafe bar just on the corner of here and enjoyed the whole vibrancy of the area.
Written October 10, 2023
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ArtsyGalBaltimore
Maryland813 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
Heeded the advice of 2023 Best of St. Lawrence Market. Lunched on fish with Portuguese custard and pecan pastries. Brought home gourmet mustard. large active maket with both locals and tourists.
Written October 8, 2023
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Jacqueline C
Atlanta, GA22 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Friends
St.Lawrence Market is a great indoor specialty market experience in Toronto’s harbor district. Shoppers can purchase fresh meats, cheeses, wines, fruits, olives, bakery and specialty items. Likewise we found specialty kitchen items, olive oils and Canadian souvenirs. St. Lawrence Market has outdoor seating with umbrellas and several lounge chairs for guests to enjoy a coffee or one of their many purchases. It was a bit crowded when we attended but I recommend St. Lawrence Market for an early morning shopping experience with friends or couples.
Written October 7, 2023
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Are they open on Sunday ?
Scarlotta
Toronto, Canada286 contributions
They’re closed Sunday and Monday
Is it worth going in mid-March?
Mitchel L
Amsterdam, The Netherlands104 contributions
absolutely to get some food, less crowded in mid-march my guess.
JoshuaExpeditions
McKinney, TX247 contributions
Is it worth going around 4pm on Saturday’s when they close at 5?
Alena K
Prague, Czech Republic192 contributions
The local do because all the food goods are 1/2 price, if u just visiting spend there longer . It is great to go there for lunch!!!
JoshuaExpeditions
McKinney, TX247 contributions
Is it worth going around 4pm on Saturday’s when they close at 5?
djlaughter0716
Portage, MI79 contributions
Yes. Just know what you’re going there for
April
Farmington Hills, MI4 contributions
Suggestions for a kid friendly restaurant to take our girls’ hockey team? There will be about 40 people.
deesignr
Toronto, Canada33 contributions
I suggest you take the team to Marche on Front Street, Toronto. This restaurant is has everything under the sun. The girls will get to walk about, choose and order what they want. Lots of choices from pizza stations, pasta stations, sushi, roasting station (steak, chicken, ribs), salads, seafood, desserts, coffee bars, etc. It is also directly behind the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Cristina M
Pontassieve, Italy19 contributions
Posso trovare dentro al mercato la maglia del Toronto Fc Giovinco?
sabrina l
Province of Bergamo, Italy443 contributions
No no nn credo che ci sia
Cristina M
Pontassieve, Italy19 contributions
Posso trovare dentro al mercato la maglia del Toronto Fc Giovinco?
Giulia81th
Mantua, Italy22 contributions
Non lo sodi preciso, ma prevalentemente vende cibi, non vestiti
April
Farmington Hills, MI4 contributions
Can you get breakfast or lunch at the market? Or is it more for fresh food shopping?
1chunkyguy
Rochester, KY180 contributions
Make sure you have cash, some places don't take cards!
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- (0.01 km) Carousel Bakery
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