Long Branch
Lakeside Etobicoke with Small-Town Soul
About Long Branch
Long Branch is a lakeside neighbourhood in southwest Etobicoke that feels like a small Ontario town transplanted to the edge of Toronto. Named after a 19th-century resort community that drew summer visitors to its Lake Ontario beaches, the area retains a relaxed, waterfront-oriented character. The Long Branch Loop, where the 501 Queen streetcar reaches its western terminus, has been the neighbourhood's symbolic heart for over a century. The lakefront is Long Branch's defining asset. The Waterfront Trail runs through the neighbourhood, connecting Colonel Samuel Smith Park and its popular skating trail to the broader network of lakeshore paths stretching east toward the Humber. Marie Curtis Park, straddling the Toronto-Mississauga border, offers beaches, creek trails, and picnic areas. The residential streets feature a mix of modest bungalows, wartime housing, and newer infill development. Long Branch GO station provides express service to Union Station, making this one of the most transit-accessible waterfront neighbourhoods in the city. For those who want lake breezes and a tight-knit community without leaving Toronto, Long Branch delivers.
Key Highlights
Walkability
71/100 - Very Walkable
Transit
Long Branch GO Station; Queen Streetcar (501) terminus; Lakeshore West GO line
Vibe
Lakeside, laid-back, community-minded
What Makes Long Branch Special
Liveability Scores
Walk Score
Car-Dependent
Transit Score
Minimal Transit
Bike Score
Minimal Infrastructure
Local Favourites in Long Branch
The best-rated spots right in the neighbourhood, from cosy cafes to beautiful parks.
Bars & Pubs
Culture Shisha Lounge
53371/A Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1N1, Canada
Qahwah Cafe & Shisha Lounge
4.73411 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1N2, Canada
T. J. O'Shea's Irish Snug
4.53481 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1N5, Canada
Woody's Burgers
4.33795 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1R2, Canada
Southside Johnny's Bar and Grill
4.23653 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1P6, Canada
Fitness & Gyms
Body Meets Pilates
53545 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1P4, Canada
F45 Training Long Branch TO
4.93773 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1R1, Canada
Solis Movement Hot Yoga & Fitness
4.53451 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1N2, Canada
Bardo Transformation Inc.
4.4230 Lake Promenade, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1B1, Canada
Bakeries
Dough Re Mi Cookies
53400 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 4Z9, Canada
Lale Bakery Caffe
4.93665 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1N6, Canada
Panettorino Forno Italiano
4.73797 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1R2, Canada
Holy Cannoli Shells and Cream Inc.
4.71 Thirtieth St, Etobicoke, ON M8W 3B5, Canada
CakeStar
4.73431 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1N2, Canada
Cafes & Coffee Shops
Suvari Coffee
4.93378 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1M9, Canada
The Happy Bakers
4.53469 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M8W 1N2, Canada
Concord Coffee
4.53407 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M8W 1N2, Canada
Fair Grounds Organic Cafe & Roastery
4.43785 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 3M6, Canada
Libraries
Toronto Public Library - Long Branch Branch
4.63500 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M8W 1N5, Canada
Playgrounds
Marie Curtis Playground
4.645 Forty Second St, Etobicoke, ON M8W 3P4, Canada
Parks & Green Spaces
Long Branch Park
4.6245 Lake Promenade, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1B3, Canada
Len Ford Park
4.6295 Lake Promenade, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1B4, Canada
Marie Curtis Park
4.62 Forty Second St, Etobicoke, ON M8W 3P2, Canada
Syd Cole Park
4.660 Eastwood Park Gardens, Etobicoke, ON M8W 0A9, Canada
Twenty Fifth Street Parkette
4.541 Lake Promenade, Etobicoke, ON M8V 2G6, Canada
Restaurants
850 Degrees Pizzeria
4.63455 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1N2, Canada
Long Branch Social House
4.53595 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1P5, Canada
Pulcinella (Toronto) Ristorante & Wine Bar (established 2010)
4.53687 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1P7, Canada
Simon Sushi at Lakeshore
4.53399 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1N2, 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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