11 Best Wine Bars in Ontario

• Wed-Thu 11am-6pm, Fri-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun-Mon 11am-5pm, Closed Tue
• decanterpec.ca

Right in the middle of Ontario wine country, decanter PEC shines as both a bar and an educational stop. Staff happily guide guests through local wineries, offering flights that showcase the region’s terroir. Tourists call it “a perfect way to sample PEC without driving to every vineyard.” The decor is rustic chic – wood beams, warm lighting, and shelves of bottles that double as decor.

📍 260 Main St., Wellington, ON

• Thu-Sun noon-9pm, Closed Mon-Wed
• outwithwine.com

With a perfect rating (albeit fewer reviews), Outwith Wine feels like a passion project. Tucked in Parry Sound, it offers a curated selection of wines you won’t easily find elsewhere. Guests call it “unexpected and wonderful,” a reminder that great wine experiences can happen far from big cities.

📍 41 James St, Parry Sound, ON

• Wed 4pm-11pm, Thu-Sat 11am-11pm, Closed Sun-Tue
• noxwinebar.ca

Nox combines Italian-inspired small plates with a solid wine list, leaning toward Old World selections. Guests rave about the pasta just as much as the Chianti, which makes it more of a wine-focused restaurant than a pure bar. Still, with its cozy setting and attentive service, it deserves a spot on the list.

📍 151 Queen St S #200, Mississauga, ON

• Wed 1pm-8pm, Thu 1pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 1pm-8pm, Closed Mon-Tue
• wineonmainnewmarket.com

Proof that great wine bars aren’t limited to Toronto, Wine On Main offers Newmarket a sophisticated but unpretentious option. The menu is locally inspired, and the wine list balances Canadian producers with international favourites. Locals describe it as “exactly what downtown needed” – a place that feels upscale without losing its small-town warmth.

📍 186 Main St S, Newmarket, ON

• Tue-Sat 3pm-9pm, Closed Sun-Mon
• broersjansen.com

Broers Jansen mixes café culture with wine bar charm. Expect espresso in the afternoon and curated wine in the evening, alongside light food. Reviewers highlight the friendly, knowledgeable staff and a relaxed space that feels equally good for solo visits or groups.

📍 674A Queen St E, Sault Ste. Marie, ON

• Wed-Mon 4pm-late, Weekend brunch 10:30am-3pm, Closed Tue
• ladybugwinebar.ca

Ladybug is intimate and modern, with 187+ photos of its moody interior and dishes floating around online. The menu leans toward seasonal share plates (think prawns, croquettes, vegetarian curry, and crème brûlée), while the wine list spans both familiar regions and lesser-known bottles. Gary W., who left after dinner with “two bottles of wine,” praised the food and the conversation with the staff at the bar. It’s also one of the few wine bars that doubles as a neighbourhood brunch spot.

📍 514 King St E, Toronto, ON

• Multiple locations with varying hours, generally 1pm-2am
• paradisegrapevine.ca

Part bar, part bottle shop, part winery, Paradise Grapevine is the definition of a local favourite. The wine selection tilts toward natural, low-intervention bottles, many made right in Ontario. On warm nights, the back patio is the place to be – mismatched tables, string lights, and a crowd that feels equal parts hip and relaxed. With more than 900 reviews, people call it “the perfect neighbourhood hangout” and “the best place in the city to learn about natural wine without judgment.”

📍 218 Geary Ave, Toronto, ON (Winery location)

• Tue 4pm-9pm, Wed-Thu 12pm-10pm, Fri 12pm-12am, Sat 4pm-12am, Closed Sun-Mon
• wanderfoodandwine.ca

Sudbury might surprise outsiders with its food scene, and Wander is at the centre of it. The bar offers wine flights, themed tasting menus, and educational events. The food pulls from global influences – tapas-style plates that pair intentionally with each glass. As one reviewer wrote: “It’s the only place in town that feels like Toronto or Montreal, but it’s ours.”

📍 112 Durham St, Greater Sudbury, ON

• Tue 2pm-10pm, Wed-Thu 12pm-10pm, Fri 12pm-11pm, Sat 2pm-11pm, Closed Sun-Mon
• thetastingroom.ca

For over two decades, The Tasting Room has been a London institution. Its reputation is built on consistency – well-prepared dishes, a long wine list, and attentive service. With nearly 900 reviews, it’s clear this isn’t just a date-night spot but also a go-to for anniversaries and special events. The dining room is classic fine dining but without the fuss.

📍 483 Richmond St, London, ON

• Mon-Wed 5pm-12am, Thu 5pm-12am, Fri 5pm-2am, Sat 3pm-2am, Sun 3pm-12am
• archive909.com

Archive is where sommeliers go after hours. The list is broad but curated, heavy on by-the-glass options so you can actually try things without committing to a bottle. Small plates lean European – cheeses, charcuterie, oysters – and the vibe is dim but lively. A longtime regular put it bluntly: “This is my go-to spot whenever I don’t know where else to go. It never fails.”

📍 909 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON

• Mon-Fri 11:30am-10pm, Sat 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-8pm
• waldos.on.ca

Another London staple, Waldo’s offers a mix of hearty bistro fare and a strong wine list. Locals appreciate its consistency and family-friendly service. If The Tasting Room is London’s special-occasion wine bar, Waldo’s is the place you can go more casually – and still expect good wine by the glass.

📍 130 King St, London, ON