Islington
Etobicoke's Charming Village on the Subway
About Islington
Islington is one of Etobicoke's most appealing neighbourhoods, centred on the historic Islington Village strip along Dundas Street West near Islington Avenue. The village core retains a small-town charm that feels surprising for a community directly on the subway line, with independent cafes, bakeries, and longtime family-run shops lining a walkable main street. The Islington subway station on Line 2 gives residents a direct connection to the downtown core in under 30 minutes. The residential streets surrounding the village are a mix of mature detached homes, newer townhouse developments, and condominium buildings that have added density without losing the area's established feel. Islington Park and the Michael Power athletic fields offer recreation space, while the nearby Humber River valley trail system provides kilometres of ravine walking and cycling. It is an ideal landing spot for families and commuters who want genuine neighbourhood character with the convenience of rapid transit at their doorstep.
Key Highlights
Walkability
72/100 - Very Walkable
Transit
Islington Station (Line 2 Bloor-Danforth)
Vibe
Village charm, family-friendly, connected
What Makes Islington Special
Liveability Scores
Walk Score
Car-Dependent
Transit Score
Minimal Transit
Bike Score
Minimal Infrastructure
Local Favourites in Islington
The best-rated spots right in the neighbourhood, from cosy cafes to beautiful parks.
Cafes & Coffee Shops
Resurrection Room
5116 Resurrection Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9A 5H1, Canada
Galata Cafe
4.55122 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M9A 1C2, Canada
Starbucks Coffee Company
4.2Six Points Plaza, 5230 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M9B 1A8, Canada
Fitness & Gyms
Anytime Fitness
55245 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M9B 1B4, Canada
Physio&Beauty
53814 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M9B 6C2, Canada
Holistic Yoga Therapy
55229 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M9B 6L9, Canada
F45 Training Etobicoke Central
4.85110 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M9A 1C2, Canada
NICKFIT - Outdoor fitness
410 Wilmar Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9B 3R7, Canada
Parks & Green Spaces
The Pooch Express
53890 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M9B 1L7, Canada
Glen Park
4.544A Eastglen Crescent, Etobicoke, ON M9B 4P7, Canada
Michael Power Park
4.55055 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M9A 1B9, Canada
Wedgewood Park
4.5Swan Ave, Toronto, ON M9B 1V1, Canada
Restaurants
Haroo Korean Restaurant 하루
4.93858 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M9B 1L1, Canada
Thairoomgrand Etobicoke
4.65112 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M9A 1C2, Canada
Ikkoi Sushi & Ramen Japanese Cuisine
4.65084 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M9A 1C2, Canada
Farm Boy
4.45245 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M9B 0E5, Canada
Bakeries
European Patisserie
4.85072 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M9A 1B9, Canada
Frenchie’s Doughnuts
4.63830 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M9B 1K8, Canada
Portuguese Bake Shop
4.53816 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M9B 6C2, Canada
M&M Food Market
4.45230 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M9B 1A8, Canada
Chatime
4.23812 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M9B 1K7, Canada
Bars & Pubs
John's Fish & Grill
4.75090 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M9A 1C2, Canada
Resurrection || Japanese Whisky & Dim Sum Bar
4.75096 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M9A 1C2, Canada
St. James's Gate Toronto
4.45140 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M9A 1C2, Canada
Kanu Bar & Grill
4.43832A Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M9B 1L1, Canada
Canadiana Restaurant
4.35230 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M9B 1A8, Canada
Playgrounds
Beamish Kids
4.43819 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M9B 1K7, Canada
Happening in Toronto
Upcoming events, festivals, and community gatherings across the city.
Hamilton at the Princess of Wales Theatre
Princess of Wales Theatre
St. Lawrence Market Saturday Artisan Market
St. Lawrence Market
AGO Exhibit: Canadian Modernism Reimagined
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
Toronto Tech Meetup: AI & the Future of Work
MaRS Discovery District
Jazz Nights at The Rex Hotel
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
Improv Comedy Night at Second City Toronto
The Second City Toronto
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Explore the communities surrounding Islington.
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