Mimico-Queensway
Lakeshore Living with a Neighbourhood Pulse
About Mimico-Queensway
Mimico-Queensway is a south Etobicoke neighbourhood experiencing a major renaissance, driven by its Lake Ontario waterfront, excellent GO Transit connections, and a wave of new condominium development along the Lakeshore. The historic Mimico village area along Royal York Road south of The Queensway retains a walkable, small-town feel with local pubs, cafes, and family restaurants that have served the community for decades. The lakeshore is the neighbourhood's crown jewel. Humber Bay Park East and West offer stunning views of the Toronto skyline across the water, and the Waterfront Trail links Mimico to the broader lakeshore path network. The Mimico GO station provides fast, frequent service to Union Station, making this one of the most commuter-friendly waterfront locations in the city. New mid-rise and high-rise developments are reshaping the streetscape, bringing a younger, more urban demographic while longtime residents maintain the neighbourhood's grounded character. Mimico-Queensway offers a rare Toronto combination: genuine lakefront living with a real neighbourhood soul.
Key Highlights
Walkability
73/100 - Very Walkable
Transit
Mimico GO Station; Queen Streetcar (501); Lakeshore West GO line
Vibe
Waterfront, revitalizing, community-rooted
What Makes Mimico-Queensway Special
Liveability Scores
Walk Score
Car-Dependent
Transit Score
Minimal Transit
Bike Score
Minimal Infrastructure
Local Favourites in Mimico-Queensway
The best-rated spots right in the neighbourhood, from cosy cafes to beautiful parks.
Playgrounds
Playground
575 Hillside Ave, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1S9, Canada
Fitness & Gyms
VO2 Max Toronto
52733 Lake Shore Blvd W #211, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1G9, Canada
CrossFit Colosseum
5222 Islington Ave, Etobicoke, ON M8V 3W7, Canada
Beyond Limits Lifestyle
52733 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1G9, Canada
Mibody Collective
4.92788 Lake Shore Blvd W Unit 3, Toronto, ON M8V 1H5, Canada
Red Tree Hot Fitness
4.712 Drummond St, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1Y8, Canada
Libraries
English Lending Library
5122 Mimico Ave #110, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1R5, Canada
Toronto Public Library - Mimico Centennial Branch
4.247 Station Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8V 2R1, Canada
Bakeries
Tanvi Bake And Grill Resturent
5286 Royal York Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8V 2V9, Canada
ATI Pastry
52755 Lake Shore Blvd W Unit D, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1H2, Canada
Choux Lab
4.9386 Royal York Rd, Toronto, ON M8Y 2R1, Canada
Basket Of Bread
4.72783 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1H4, Canada
Sanremo Bakery
4.6374 Royal York Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8Y 2R3, Canada
Parks & Green Spaces
Stanley Avenue Park
4.955 Station Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8V 2R2, Canada
Ourland Park
4.536 Ourland Ave, Etobicoke, ON M8Z 4E1, Canada
Mimico Memorial Park
4.575 Hillside Ave, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1S9, Canada
Vimy Ridge Parkette
4.42546 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M9C 2Y2, Canada
Queens Avenue Parkette
4.3Queen's Park, 94 Superior Ave, Etobicoke, ON M8V 2M8, Canada
Restaurants
We The Tacos
4.82765 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1H2, Canada
Revolver Pizza Co.
4.7388 Royal York Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8Y 2R3, Canada
Nobuya
4.6285 Royal York Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8V 2W1, Canada
Canadiana Grill By The Lake
4.52454 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M8V 1C9, Canada
Cafes & Coffee Shops
The Big Guy's Little Coffee Shop
4.82861 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1H8, Canada
Jimmy’s Coffee
4.6380 Royal York Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8Y 2R3, Canada
McDonald's
3.42736 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1G5, Canada
7-Eleven
3.3@ Allen, 2480 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1C9, Canada
Bars & Pubs
Blue Goose Tavern (West Six Urban Towns)
4.11 Blue Goose St, Etobicoke, ON M8V 2R5, Canada
Mimico Pub & Grill
4.1349 Royal York Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8Y 2R1, Canada
Lucky Dice Restauran and Bar
42868 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1J2, Canada
Maple Leaf House Grill & Lounge
3.92749 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1H2, 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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