This has to be one of my favourite Toronto bars! I love how packed it always is, especially the dance floor.
I realize a lot of people would find that to be a fault, but I think it's part of what makes Gracie's so much fun! Everywhere you turn there's someone new to meet!
I've been there more times than I can count and I've never had a bad night! If I want to be guaranteed a fabulous night of dancing I go to Gracie's!
The live bands are always great and I sometimes forget in my drunken haze that I'm listening to live music and not a recording, that's how good they are!
If you're female you will definitely have an easier time getting served at the packed bar, but while you wait you've got interesting people surrounding you to pass the time.
The lines are sometimes long, but it's worth the wait and the $10-$15 cover, which varies each night.
The bathrooms are clean and well lit and there aren't usually line ups.
My only complaint is the bouncers at the end of the night, who have been very rude and aggressive on several occasions. But the staff inside the bar are always friendly!
If you're looking for a place to go with friends and dance the night away, this is the place to be! As long as you're not opposed to some country music and some popular 80's/90's covers!