St. Lawrence Market

St. Lawrence Market is one of the world's most renowned food markets

St Lawrence Market Hall
St Lawrence Market Hall cc licensed photo by Ian Muttoo

In Toronto the historic St Lawrence Market is a very friendly and personable place to shop for fresh local produce and many other items in a wide variety of speciality shops. The vendors are really knowledgeable and passionate about their products. This incredible market is over 200 years old and was titled The 'World's Best Food' market in April 2012 by National Geographic.

If you are visiting on Sunday there is an antique market that is a must see if you like collectables, antiques or unusual things with unique character. Such items include a range of expensive antiques to chic retro. The St. Lawrence Market is so large that it is housed in three different buildings- St. Lawrence Hall, the north market and south market.

In the South Market you will see some hand crafted jewellery and other accessories such as beautiful hand-bags, novelty gift items, clothing, flower shops, meat shops, seafood, fruits and vegetables, cheeses and other dairy items, eggs, organic as well as bulk foods, coffee and other drinks all for sale.

This market has a second floor and is wheelchair accessible with an elevator making it possible for everyone to visit. On the top floor you will enjoy viewing the gallery market where you might feel as though you have just stepped into the past. Here you can view City Council Chambers as it used to be as well as the remnants of the City Hall that once stood on this spot between 1845-1899.

The North Market is the location where the farmers market first opened and operated weekly on Saturdays starting in 1803. Now Many antique dealers come and display their goods on Sundays. Admission is free.

The St. Lawrence Hall was built in 1850. This beautiful structure has retail businesses on the main floor and city offices on the second floor. On the third floor there is the Great Hall which with additional rooms that are rented out for special events.

When visiting the St. Lawrence Market it is important to note that most, but not all, vendors accept Interact or credit cards. However, they do all accept cash. There are a number of restaurants through-out the market ranging in a huge variety of different dishes such as fish n chips or other seafood, gourmet dishes containing prime meats or poultry, freshly made sandwiches and pastries, crepes, sushi, pizza and so much more.

Be sure to check out the video near the bottom of the page for a great overview.



Facts For Your Visit

Fee: No

St. Lawrence Market Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Address: Toronto, ON M5E 1C3, Canada

Phone: (416) 392-7120

Official Website: St. Lawrence Market

St. Lawrence Market Reviews

Rated 4.6 out of 5 Star Rating

4 Star Rating Beautiful historic building and market! Great selection of produce, fish, meats and cheeses. Many different vendors selling a huge variety of delicious food. This building was built in 1850 and is rich in Toronto history. A must stop for a great lunch and something sweet when in Toronto. Great location close to water front and distillery district. I always enjoy my visit to St Lawrence market when in town.
Troy Metlin - 3 months ago

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5 Star Rating St. Lawrence Market is an amazing place to experience traditional local food. We tried several classic dishes and everything was delicious. The service is excellent. Just a heads-up: on weekends, some areas can get quite busy and seating may be limited depending on where you eat. There’s also a great souvenir shop in the underground level, which is definitely worth a visit. A must-see spot in Toronto.
Tassy D. - 4 months ago

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5 Star Rating St. Lawrence Market is a must-visit spot in downtown Toronto. There’s such a great mix of unique shops, restaurants, and food vendors all in one place. I tried a few things while I was there — the burgers and especially the bacon sandwich were so good. I also bought some freshly made pasta, which was excellent. They have a big selection of organic products too, including fruits and vegetables, along with freshly baked breads and lots of specialty food items. I even picked up some cheeses from one of the cheese shops, and they were really, really good. The staff in the stores I visited were friendly and helpful as well. There’s more than one level to explore, with plenty of bakeries and other interesting stores, so it’s a nice place to walk around if you enjoy markets or food spots. It can get crowded, but when I went on a Saturday afternoon, it wasn’t too bad.
Manu V - 4 months ago

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5 Star Rating St. Lawrence Market is a food lover’s dream and easily one of the best places in Toronto to eat, browse, and just enjoy good food vibes. The first thing that stands out is the sheer number of choices. No matter what you’re craving, there’s probably a stall for it. Fresh bread, flaky pastries, local cheeses, hot food counters, seafood, spices, and ingredients you didn’t even know you needed—it’s all there. The farmers market side is especially great. The produce is fresh, colourful, and clearly high quality, with vendors who know their stuff and are happy to chat or give tips on how to use what you’re buying. It feels very local and authentic, like a place people actually shop at rather than just visit once. You can pick up fruits and vegetables, grab some fresh meat or fish, and walk away with everything you need for a solid home-cooked meal. And then there’s the ready-to-eat food. From classic peameal bacon sandwiches to international dishes and baked treats, it’s almost impossible to leave hungry. St. Lawrence Market feels busy in the best way—full of energy, great smells, and people enjoying good food. It’s casual, welcoming, and a must-visit if you want to taste Toronto properly.
Warren Chanansingh - 5 months ago

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5 Star Rating Great and awesome place ! Fresh food such as all kinds of meat, salmon, seafood, are great! Home baked bread such as baguette, sour dough, egg tart and lemon cakes are awesome. Canadian style souvounirs like magnets, mayple syrup, honey, truffles are good value. Must visit place! Neighborhoods are also full of luxurious furniture store.
Kristine Shin - a month ago

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Directions

TTC Subway Line Nearest Station Walking Time
Yonge-University-SpadinaKing Street Station7 Minutes

How to get to St. Lawrence Market by TTC Subway

Exit the subway at King Street, walk east along King Street to Market Lane and turn right. St. Lawrence Market is in the large buildings along the left of the lane and on the far side of East Front Street up ahead. If you see an eastbound 504 Streetcar approaching you can take it to Jarvis Street and save a few minutes off your walking time.

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