St Lawrence Market

St. Lawrence Market is Toronto’s historic food hall and neighborhood hub, operating since the 1800s. Inside the South Market, more than 120 vendors sell fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and Canadian staples like peameal bacon sandwiches. The Saturday farmers’ market in the North Building adds regional growers and small-batch goods. Architecture buffs can tour the 1902 market building; history displays trace the site’s civic past. It’s busiest on weekends, with ample sampling and casual lunches. Visit for high-quality ingredients, ready-to-eat bites, and a window into Toronto’s culinary traditions, all within walking distance of the Distillery District and Old Town.