Chon Modern Thai Cuisine opened in December 2025 at 1677 Bayview Avenue, taking over the former Pii Nong Thai space. The restaurant announced its opening on Instagram, and was also featured in a blogTO article published in December, which noted the restaurant’s focus on modern interpretations of traditional Thai cuisine.
A long-standing Bayview florist is shifting its retail model. The Flower Nook (1731 Bayview Avenue, Unit 2), a decades-old business with a long history on Bayview Avenue, is no longer offering in-store shopping. According to its website, orders are still handled online, with in-person meetings available by appointment only.
Moving south, two Bayview restaurants have closed. Zzavia Pizza (1597 Bayview Ave.) and Rumi Steakhouse (1599 Bayview Ave.) are no longer in operation. Zzavia Pizza opened in 2024 and was previously covered by the Bulldog when it launched (background here).
Bayview Car Wash (1802 Bayview Ave) is currently closed. Based on activity observed on site, the closure appears to be related to soil or environmental testing. We attempted to contact the business to confirm whether — and when — it may reopen, but were unable to reach anyone by phone. All equipment and signage remain in place, which could suggest the closure is temporary. That said, the property has been approved for future redevelopment, which is expected to eventually bring the car wash’s time at this location to an end (background here).
Outside the Bayview corridor but of interest to many local residents, The Mandarin Restaurant at Yonge & Eglinton (Canada Square) has announced it will be closing permanently. In a statement shared on social media, Mandarin cited area redevelopment and confirmed its final day of operation will be January 18, 2026. The post notes the location has served the community since opening in 1991, and that other Mandarin locations across Ontario will continue to operate.
