Lucky Shrike
9 people recommendvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto9 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Lucky Shrike on Dundas West repeatedly appears in dive-bar discussions and drinks recommendations. A solo visitor likes journaling, sketching or listening to music over a pint and praises the back patio. Another commenter includes it among places where standing and socializing feels natural. It is also suggested as a nearby follow-up to other bars, though most replies do not identify particular drinks or a current deal.
Address
Lucky Shrike, 850 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1V5, Canada
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/PastryGirl in r/askTO · Sep 2024
Lists it among recommended dive bars.
- Recommendsu/TorontoProper in r/askTO · Jul 2025
Includes it in a list of favourite dive bars.
- Recommendsu/Vaynar in r/askTO · Dec 2024
Lists it among fun Dundas spots for a drink.
- Recommendsu/dergster in r/askTO · Jun 2026ambience
Named as a fun hangout spot.
- Recommendsu/ProbablyFunPerson in r/askTO · Aug 2026ambience
Goes solo here to journal or sketch with a pint; likes the back patio and suggests bringing layers.
- Recommendsu/AgreeableLibrarian16 in r/askTO · Dec 2024
Seconds the Lucky Shrike recommendation.
- Recommendsu/shawarman in r/askTO · Nov 2026
Suggested as a nearby follow-up spot.
- Recommendsu/pfw303 in r/FoodToronto · Jul 2026
Says this is the one they meant, endorsing the suggestion.
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- Recommendsu/KnightHart00 in r/askTO · Jul 2025
Lists it among spots that fit the dive image.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.