Hello Scarborough Busway (10.7 km)
Details
3 years ago, we did a hike to bid farewell to Scarborough RT. It's only fitting that we do another to welcome its reincarnation, the Scarborough busway. It opened on 30th September 2026 and follows the alignment of the old RT until Ellesmere Rd.
We'll start at the very beginning at Kennedy station and cover its entire length. Then, we'll follow the former RT tracks eastwards, ducking into Scarborough Town Centre, another Scarborough institution. The route is approximate, as there are areas where we can't go near the train tracks.
Speaking about food, the main highlights are Indian, Lebanese, and Sri Lankan. There are superb Middle Eastern pastries and fiery curries. Nothing fancy, including the restaurant at the end of the hike where we can have some Hyderabadi dum biryani.
Highlights
- Kennedy Station Passenger Pick-up (depart 11am)
- Scarborough Hydro Green Space
- Jack Goodlad Community Centre
- Harry's Drive-In / Lone Tai Supermarket (depart 11:50pm)
- Mr John's Real Kerala Kitchen / Aadab
- Atiya's Fresh Farm / Karaikudi
- Patisserie Royale / Al'deewan Manak'eesh Bakery
- Hopper Hut
- Foody World (depart 1:05pm)
- Former Midland RT station
- Culture Crust
- Scarborough Civic Centre library / Albert Campbell Square
- Scarborough Town Centre
- Hyderabad Biryani Hut (arrive 2:10pm)
Neighbourhoods
Ionview > Dorset Park > Scarborough City Centre
Map
https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1BGcqGZ7qX3ab8Zb9Sg3P0tT7iiQcwoc&usp=sharing
How it works
Hike starts punctually. Late or can't join at the beginning? Meet us at scheduled checkpoints.
We'll browse many food places but won't linger long. 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 have been placed.
Highly recommended to bring cutlery and containers for sharing and bringing back leftovers.