Category: Bayview Biz

Don’t miss Bayview-Leaside Sidewalk Sensation, June 15th!

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Join the fun at the Bayview-Leaside BIA Sidewalk Sensation event on Saturday, June 15th, from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm on Bayview Avenue, from Parkhurst to Davisville. There will be free activities for all ages, including face painting, glitter tattoos, drink and dessert coupons, live music, and a photo booth with picture frame decorating.

Arrive early to grab a Bayview-Leaside branded reusable bag and free drink or dessert coupons, as supplies are limited. The reusable bags are great for shopping local and supporting the community. This event offers a fantastic opportunity to find something special for Father’s Day or simply enjoy a fun day out in the neighbourhood. Rain or shine, we’ll see you there!

Tag your friends and mark your calendars! #MyBayviewLeaside #SidewalkSensation2024 #ShopLocal

Readers’ Tips: New brunch spot & window decor showroom

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Happy to let the Bayview community know that Mirage Mediterranean Restaurant (1620 Bayview Ave), serving a combination of Persian, Turkish and Lebanese food, will open for lunch (not just dinner) beginning Thursday, May 9. Book now for Mother’s Day brunch! ~Laura

That’s great news Laura! There are now numerous brunch options on our favourite street — the 2024 patio season on Bayview is indeed going to be delicious. 🙂

Grand opening of Night & Day Window Decor‘s midtown showroom is happening on Friday, May 17th from 12 to 4pm. Night & Day Window Decor is Toronto’s consumer favourite source of custom blinds, shades and drapery with two more locations. We’ve taken over the 681 Mount Pleasant location from a previous window treatment business that was there for 30 years in 2022. In February this year, we’ve undergone a major update to showcase a brand new showroom experience. Please join us! ~Ana

If you have neighbourhood news you’d like to share, please visit bayview-news.com/submit-news and submit your tips!

BAYVIEW BIZ: Fair Catch, Seven Yoga, Bayview Vision ++

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Fair Catch Fishmongers – Opening Soon!
SEVEN • Hot Yoga & HIIT Pilates Opening Soon!
1597-1599 Bayview Avenue for sale under Power of Sale
New location for Bayview Vision @ 1709 Bayview Ave! Sign coming soon. 🙂
Patio is ready for summer at recently opened Shave & Shears

Exciting news for Bayview Avenue! Fair Catch Fishmongers is set to open their second location at 1543 Bayview Avenue, taking over the former De La Mer shop. Keep an eye out for their grand opening!

Meanwhile, get ready to sweat it out at Seven – Hot Yoga and HIIT Pilates, coming soon to 1669 Bayview Avenue, offering a variety of classes including Hot HIIT Pilates, Mat Pilates, Yin, Power Flow, Vinyasa, Deep Flow, Yoga Sculpt, Sound Baths, and more.

Unfortunately, the dream of a Turkish restaurant on Bayview Avenue has long faded; the property at 1597-1599 Bayview Avenue is now for sale under Power of Sale.

But there’s good news for Bayview Vision! Dr. Olga Savitska, Dr. Dennis Bader, and the Bayview Vision team have moved to their sparkling new clinic at 1709 Bayview Avenue. The interior has been completely renovated, providing a stunning new space for their vision center.

The brand new Shave & Shears Barber Shop & Head Spa is one of the many businesses on Bayview getting their patios ready for the summer season. Cheers everyone, bring on the vitamin D!

Bayview Pixies Earth Day seed giveaway was a success!

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The Bayview Pixies Earth Day seed giveaway, Apr 20 2024. /Bayview Pixies

On Saturday, April 20th, 2024, the Bayview Pixies hosted a seed giveaway to celebrate Earth Day (April 22nd). They were stationed outside of Epi Breads at Bayview & Millwood and gave out approximately 175 seed packs (that’s 4,000 potential plants). If only a quarter of them grow, then they will have added 1,000 native plants to the neighbourhood! That’s something!

They plan on doing another seed giveaway during the Bayview-Leaside BIA AppleFest (Saturday, October 19, 2024). Looking forward to it!

Shave & Shears opening, 9Round new boss & spring blooms

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You’re invited to the Shave & Shears Barber Shop & Head Spa’s grand opening party. Join them on Saturday, April 6, 2024 between 5:00pm-8:00pm at 1609 Bayview Avenue. There will be hors d’oeuvres, drinks and a DJ!

9Round Fitness at 1560 Bayview Ave, Unit B is under new management. And the Bayview-Leaside BIA’s planters are getting a fresh makeover, keep an eye out for fresh spring arrangements!

BAYVIEW BIZ: Isabella’s Mochi Donuts coming soon

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Isabella’s Mochi Donuts /@isabellasdonuts

A new sign has been posted at 1669 Bayview Avenue announcing that Isabella’s Mochi Donuts will be opening soon. It reads, “THE WORLD’S BEST MOCHI DONUTS!”. We’ll have to test every flavour and report back. 😉

WHAT IS A MOCHI DONUT

Let’s talk Mochi Donuts—these little bites of joy straight from Japan are about to steal your heart! 💖

Picture this: Mochi-Flour, the ultimate superstar (aka Sticky-rice flour), is the secret behind these.

Get ready for a flavour rollercoaster—soft, chewy, and oh-so-crispy. Our Mochi Donuts are like a party in your mouth! 🎉✨ And here’s the exciting part: we unveil new flavours every week, making your taste buds dance to a fresh beat!Isabella's Mochi Donuts

Fire extinguished overnight at Mexico Lindo restaurant

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Toronto Fire Services extinguished a fire in the early hours of Saturday morning at Mexico Lindo restaurant (1618 Bayview Ave). The apartment above the restaurant is vacant and there were no injuries reported. Our thoughts are with Mexico Lindo, which had recently reopened after addressing damages caused by a break-in.

Bayview welcomes new faces, façades & community love!

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Now Open! Bayside Medical & Bayside Medical Pharmacy, 1685 Bayview Avenue.
Brand new signage at Bike Depot, 1588 Bayview
Re-vamped façade and new entrance at Leaside Pets,
Welcome! Shop – Dine – Love – Bayview-Leaside BIA

Bayside Medical (Family Physicians) & Bayside Medical Pharmacy has officially opened their doors at 1685 Bayview Avenue, offering medical care and convenient pharmacy services all in one place. Check out their website at www.baysidemedical.ca for more information. Welcome to Bayview!

Leaside Pets (1542 Bayview) revamped their façade with a new, well-centered, accessible entrance.

Bike Depot at 1588 Bayview is gearing up for its grand opening — which could be only weeks away. Their storefront boasts brand new signage while their Instagram account (@bikedepot) reveals sneak previews of the renovations taking place behind the papered glass.

The Bayview Leaside BIA has unveiled new banners along the street, featuring the message “Shop, Dine, Love, Bayview-Leaside!” It’s a reminder to support all the wonderful businesses on our favourite street. 🙂

Hermie’s eatery has opened & Bike Depot pedals to Leaside

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Hermie’s pansit
Hermie’s Cobb Salad
Planning the new Bike Depot Leaside
Bike Depot (other location)

Check out the latest addition to the neighbourhood. Swing by 1595 Bayview Avenue for a taste of Canadian-Filipino flavours at Hermie’s.

At 1588 Bayview Avenue, the Bike Depot will be rolling in, with an expected opening in spring 2024 -— a haven for cyclists of all levels.