
Family Suburb with Parks and Shopping Convenience
Etobicoke West Mall is a well-established residential neighbourhood in central Etobicoke, named after The West Mall, the road that runs through its heart. Developed through the 1960s and 1970s, the area is a prototypical Toronto suburb: winding residential streets lined with brick detached and semi-detached homes, well-maintained front lawns, and a quiet, family-oriented atmosphere that has attracted multiple generations. The neighbourhood sits between Burnhamthorpe Road and Bloor Street, with The West Mall providing the main north-south axis. Cloverdale Mall, located at the intersection of The West Mall and Dundas Street, serves as the neighbourhood's retail centre, offering a mix of everyday shops, services, and dining that keeps residents from needing to venture far. The surrounding commercial plazas provide additional options, and the proximity to Sherway Gardens to the south gives residents access to higher-end shopping when desired. The green space network here is a genuine asset. The Etobicoke Creek valley and Centennial Park border the neighbourhood, providing extensive trail systems, sports facilities, and natural areas. West Mall Park and smaller neighbourhood greens add to the recreational offerings. While the area is primarily car-dependent, bus connections to Kipling and Islington subway stations keep it linked to the broader city.
Walkability
48/100 - Car-Dependent
Transit
Kipling and Islington TTC subway stations via bus; The West Mall and Burnhamthorpe bus routes
Vibe
Suburban, family-friendly, park-adjacent, convenient
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Minimal Infrastructure
The best-rated spots right in the neighbourhood, from cosy cafes to beautiful parks.
385 The West Mall, Etobicoke, ON M9C 1E7, Canada
577 Burnhamthorpe Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9C 2Y3, Canada
380 The East Mall, Etobicoke, ON M9B 6L5, Canada
666 Burnhamthorpe Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9C 2Z4, Canada
555 Burnhamthorpe Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9C 2Y3, Canada
405 The West Mall, Etobicoke, ON M9C 5J5, Canada
380 The East Mall, Etobicoke, ON M9B 6L5, Canada
415 Renforth Dr, Etobicoke, ON M9C 2M3, Canada
The East Mall At, Valhalla Inn Rd, Toronto, ON M9B 6C3, Canada
355 The East Mall, Etobicoke, ON M9B 3Z7, Canada
666 Burnhamthorpe Rd unit 15, Etobicoke, ON M9C 2Z4, Canada
666 Burnhamthorpe Rd Unit 23, Etobicoke, ON M9C 2Z4, Canada
385 The West Mall, Etobicoke, ON M9C 1E7, Canada
18 Four Seasons Pl Unit 100, Etobicoke, ON M9B 2C4, Canada
396 The East Mall, Etobicoke, ON M9B 6L5, Canada
555 Burnhamthorpe Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9C 2Y3, Canada
430 Burnhamthorpe Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9B 2B1, Canada
380 The East Mall, Etobicoke, ON M9B 6L5, Canada
Upcoming events, festivals, and community gatherings across the city.
Princess of Wales Theatre
St. Lawrence Market
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
MaRS Discovery District
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
The Second City Toronto
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