If you live at Don Mills and Lawrence (and its surrounding neighbourhoods), then you know that “Shops” refers to Shops at Don Mills, Ontario’s first open-air centre. Since 2009, Shops has been home to tastemakers who want the Hollywood feel, but don’t worry, we ALL fit in.
What does this welcoming establishment have to offer? If you’re looking for some retail therapy, dive into designer stores such as Banana Republic, Michael Kors, Coach and Eddie Bauer or Guess, Aldo and Town Shoes if you’re operating on a (slightly) more ‘conservative’ budget.
After working up an appetite, the cuisine options are endless. Start with a quick lunch at South Street Burger, Chipotle or Pizza Pizza. If you choose to dine-in, be it for a business lunch or a birthday dinner, your options include Joey’s, P.F. Chang’s and Linda’s. Enjoy hot days, chilling on the patios of the Bier Markt, Jack Astor’s or Glow.
Fancy relaxing and being pampered? Donata Salon and Spa, Aphrodite Spa & Nails and Town Square Barber may just be the oases for you.
Weekends see families enjoying their time at the square, where splash fountains help keep the area cool on hot summer days and one can enjoy delicious ice-cream treats from Ice ‘n Cake.
If you’re lucky, you’ll catch one of the many events held in the summer which include the city’s finest outdoor BBQ at McEwan Fine Foods, Music in the square and Miniature train rides to name a few.
With 72 choices of food, beverages, apparel and services, you’ll want to come out and play or chill.
The best part is parking is free!
Ahhh, a breath of fresh air.
