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Danforth Avenue

Danforth Avenue in East York, ON — shopping, food, parks.

Pontic Greeks · 1 parks & green spaces · 112 places to eat

— open now 311 places mapped 30 events this week
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The quick read

Is Danforth Avenue a good place to live?

Danforth Avenue has 51 parks and green spaces, 112 places to eat, and 177 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 145 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in Danforth Avenue?

There are 145 homes for sale in and around Danforth Avenue, priced from $429,000 to $4,999,900 (median about $999,900). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is Danforth Avenue known for?

Danforth Avenue is known locally for landmarks like Pontic Greeks, its 112-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Danforth Avenue this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Danforth Avenue, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Danforth Avenue best for?

Based on what's here, Danforth Avenue suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

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    Three hand-picked days through Danforth Avenue, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Mofer Coffee Cafe
    2. Stroll Lykke Kids Playground
    3. Lunch East York Deli Greek
    4. Treat Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream
    5. Browse Foodland Supermarket
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Monarch Park Walkway 388 m
    2. Grab a bite Subway Sandwich
    3. Casual dinner Swiss Chalet Chicken
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History Pontic Greeks Memorial
    2. Coffee Coffee Time Coffee Shop
    3. Local shop Danish Pastry Shop Bakery
    4. Dinner out Phở Hieu Vietnamese Cuisine Vietnamese
    5. Tonight Rogers Centre Ballpark Tours Sat Jun 20
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

    Ellas Meat Market and Deli
    Ram Upholstery
    Cosburn Coin Laundry
    Edie's Place
    True M & A Variety
    family mini mart
    Carter's Ice Cream
    Bhojan Ghar
    Donlands Variety
    Earl Beatty Swimming Pool
    Tacos Moras
    Pylon
    Morgans on the Danforth
    Qahwah Cafe & Lounge
    U Pretty Nails
    Carlaw Coffee & Convenience
    Benjamin Sports
    Sure Choice Auto Service Centre
    K.C. Caribbean Take-Out
    Clearcut Fitness
    La Familigia on the Danforth
    Hanamaru Market and Bento
    Fusion Kitchen
    Lyra’s Coin Laindry
    The Montessori Room
    Neon Mini Mart
    Cosburn Variety
    Rajkapuri Paan & Snacks

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    Could you live here?

    Falling for Danforth Avenue? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.

    Around town this week

    Fresh from local news covering Danforth Avenue and the surrounding area.

    Erskine-Smith makes farewell speech in House of Commons as he steps down from position as MP for Beaches-East York - Beach Metro Community NewsEast York Ontario News · Jun 18East York Incident: Youth Charged in Officer Injury Case - UL LawyersEast York Ontario News · Jun 17Man, 46, charged in targeted East York stabbing - CityNews TorontoEast York News · Jun 18Two more boys charged after Toronto police officer struck and injured in East York - Durham Radio NewsEast York News · Jun 18Jean Shupp Obituary (2026) - York, PA - John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc. - East York - Legacy obituaryEast York News · Jun 18Betty Lee Hoskin Obituary (2026) - York, PA - John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc. - East York - Legacy obituaryEast York News · Jun 16
    Get directions Parking · 82 lots Where to stay — of 68 open now

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    Good to know

    What is there to do in Danforth Avenue?

    Danforth Avenue has 1 parks and green spaces, 112 places to eat, and landmarks like Pontic Greeks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Danforth Avenue?

    Most of Danforth Avenue is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Danforth Avenue?

    Danforth Avenue sits in East York, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Danforth Avenue?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Danforth Avenue, and can connect you with a local agent.