Koreatown and Seaton Village (4.7 km)

Koreatown between Christie and Bathurst Streets is the oldest Korean district in Toronto. Many Koreans have moved north to Uptown Koreatown, which boasts more varied and higher quality restaurants. Still, this area provides a lifeline for downtown residents seeking a slice of Korea.

Since this strip is only 600 metres long, we're also exploring the adjacent neighbourhoods. To the south are boring houses and a block of indie eateries. To the north are also boring houses, but there's a famous co-op grocer and two hidden cafes (only open during the day).

The hike ends at a fusion restaurant. It's one of the few Korean restaurants in Koreatown that doesn't have an equivalent elsewhere in the city.

Highlights

1. Baekho light installation at Bloor and Christie (depart 6:30pm)
2. Sinjeon Topokki / Buk Chang Dong Soon Tofu
3. Lego Tower
4. Harbord Collegiate Institute
5. PAT supermarket (depart 6:55pm)
6. Hodo Kwaja
7. Karma Co-op Grocery Store
8. Dennis Lee Playground
9. Summerhill Market
10. The Fry
11. Industry Snack Bar / Her Chef (arrive 8:05pm)

Neighbourhoods
Palmerston > Koreatown > Seaton Village

Map
https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1a1QIdGyxTqU5wzL7dvpL01rJpiEeFuU&usp=sharing

How it works
Hike starts punctually. Late or can't do the whole route? Meet us at scheduled checkpoints.

We'll browse many food places but won't linger long. Grab ready-made food, or see the route in advance, organize takeout, then pickup along the way.

Not sure what to try? Join our omakase for $5, which gives a tiny sample from different restaurants. Payment on the day of event by cash or e-transfer to globaltorontoeats@gmail.com. No refunds after orders are placed. Details of sampled food will be uploaded after the hike.

Limited cutlery provided. Highly recommended to bring cutlery and containers for omakase and bringing back leftovers.

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