For the first time in over 30 years, the Toronto Blue Jays are headed to the World Series!
After a thrilling 4–3 victory over the Seattle Mariners on October 21, the city erupted in celebration as the Jays clinched the American League Championship title.
With home-field advantage secured, Toronto’s energy is soaring as the team prepares to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 at the Rogers Centre on October 24. Tickets sold out within hours, but don’t worry — if you didn’t snag one, there are plenty of lively spots across Toronto where fans can gather to cheer, celebrate, and soak up the excitement.
Here are some of the best places to catch the game — just be sure to check ahead for reservations!⚾💙
Sportsnet Grill
And as Toronto gets ready to cheer, get your official Blue Jays gear online at the MLB store. Located inside the
Toronto Marriott City Centre Hotel, with views into the Rogers Centre, Sportsnet Grill is the place to be on game day.
Address: 1 Blue Jays Way
King Taps
With two locations, King Taps is a great spot for those in the King West neighbourhood hoping to catch the Jays in the World Series.
At 100 King St. in the First Canadian Place, the two-storey bar has more than 50 taps if you’re looking for a local brew while you watch the game.
Its second location, about 10 minutes away, also offers weekly rotating taps for all your craft beer needs.
Here, reservations are required.
And yes, the sound of the game will be on at both spots.
Address: 100 King St. W. & 620 King St. W. #101
Cactus Club Cafe
All three Cactus Club Cafe locations in Toronto are screening the games with the sound on and will offer $5 Longboard Lagers.
The restaurant has spots inside First Canadian Place, Sherway Gardens and at the Yonge Sheppard Centre.
Address: 77 Adelaide St. W., 25 The West Mall, 4841 Yonge St.
The Dog and Bear
This traditional English pub and sports bar, located in the heart of Queen West, is definitely on my list of places to catch important games.
Open since 2012, grab a bite from their bar food menu while cheering on the team.
Address: 1100 Queen St. W.
Steam Whistle Brewing
Over at Steam Whistle, the game will be screened from their kitchen.
And before each home game, there will also be a tailgate beginning three hours before the first pitch at Roundhouse Park, with burgers, hot dogs and ice-cold brews.
Address: 255 Bremner Blvd.
Rendezviews
Join the guest list at Toronto’s “biggest outdoor picnic,” Rendezviews, to watch the Jays with a massive screen, game day eats and beer buckets.
There’s also lawn seating with firepits to keep visitors warm during the game.
Address: 229 Richmond St. W.
Real Sports
This sports bar is known for showing Toronto’s biggest sporting events on the big screen. The space, conveniently located near the Rogers Centre, is ginormous and gives fans ample room to pack in and scream for the Jays.
Reservations for the Oct. 24 game are full, but walk ins are available on a first come, first served basis.
Address: 15 York St.
Local Public Eatery
All three Local Public Eatery locations will show the game. And with spots in Liberty Village, Leaside and the Financial District, there’s plenty of opportunities to catch the World Series.
Address: 171 E Liberty St. Unit 100, 1502 Yonge St., 141 Adelaide St. W.
The Rec Room
Known for their arcade games, The Rec Room is another hub screening the Jays in the World Series. And there will be surround sound.
“It’s been incredible welcoming Blue Jays fans to The Rec Room and we can’t wait to continue cheering together with them as the World Series begins,” the team at The Rec Room tells Toronto.com.
And for my Jays fans in Mississauga, The Rec Room will be dishing up some deals throughou the World Series. During Game 1, 2, 6 and 7, three hours of unlimited gaming will cost $40. There will also be $10 off Cocktail Towers and a free add-on with the purchase of loaded nachos.
For Game 3 and 5, select signature cocktails will cost $10 and fans can enjoy all you can eat wings for $28.
During Game 4, there will also be $10 select signature cocktails, along with half-off gaming. These offers are available at all of The Rec Room’s, excluding Toronto’s Bremner Boulevard spot.
Address: 255 Bremner Blvd., 100 City Centre Dr #1-705
Left Field Brewery
Both Left Field Brewery locations in Liberty Village and Leslieville will also be playing the game with sound.
“We are huge fans,” Mandie Murphy, co-founder of Left Field, tells Toronto.com.
Address: 40 Hannah Ave. and 36 Wagstaff Dr.
Saint John’s Tavern
Located in the downtown core, Saint John’s Tavern is another ideal place to catch our team on the big screen with sound.
Address: 117 John St.
Everyside
In the Financial District, Saint John’s Tavern’s sister restaurant, Everyside, will also be screening the Jays as they take on the Dodgers.
“We can’t wait to create a fun atmosphere for all our Canadian fans,” the team at Everyside tells Toronto.com.
Address: 120 Adelaide St W #100
City of Toronto
Over at Nathan Phillips Square, the City of Toronto will host a free viewing party for fans with a live DJ and Jays trivia in between innings.
Don’t forget to sport your best Blue Jays gear and bring a blanket or chair to sit on.
“Help turn Nathan Phillips Square into a sea of blue as we cheer on the Jays in the World Series,” Imane Boussaid, communications advisor at the City of Toronto, tells Toronto.com.
Address: 100 Queen St. W."
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