When Nuit Blanche 2025 transforms Toronto into a city-wide canvas of art and light, one constant stays true: you’ll need places that stay open late. As the streets pulse with installations and performance art well into the night, here are four standout spots that pair beautifully with the experience—whether you’re craving a full meal, late-night snacks, or a cozy drink.

Mossop’s Social House

Location: 56 Yonge St, Downtown Toronto
Hours (general): Dinner service into the evening; bar until later (Wed–Sat bar until ~10:30 pm)

Mossop’s is your in-house late-night option during Nuit Blanche. With its menu rooted in “City Flavours,” you’ll find dishes like grilled vegetable skewers, 6 oz. Amba marinated chicken, steak skewers, and hearty options such as its burger or chicken sandwich. They also serve creative cocktails and a full drink program to keep the evening going.

Because Mossop’s is just inside Hotel Victoria, it’s a convenient stop before or after wandering the art routes. It’s a natural choice for guests who want a full meal, a drink, or somewhere to decompress.

Midnight Market

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Location: 434 College St, Toronto
Hours: Wed–Thurs, Sun 5:30 pm–1:00 am; Fri–Sat 5:30 pm–2:00 am

If you’re roaming late and want bold flavours or bar bites, Midnight Market is a must-visit. Their menu blends Asian street food with fusion creativity—expect Curry Poutine, Da Lat Pizza, skewers, and more. Their cocktail list is equally inventive, with house-made syrups and playful flavor mashups. The atmosphere leans moody, neon-lit, and always buzzing—ideal for those wandering the Nuit Blanche route.

Illstyl3 Sammies

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Location: 300 Richmond St W #102, Toronto
Hours: Mon 1pm–9pm; Tue–Thu 12pm–9pm; Fri 12pm–12:30am; Sat 6pm–12:30am; Sunday closed

Illstyl3 Sammies is your go-to for hearty sandwiches that stay satisfying late. They focus on Philly-style cheesesteaks, “Kardinal Offishall” chicken cheesesteak loaded with extra cheese and hot peppers, and other creatively named sammies. Their pizza fries or loaded fries are also crowd favourites for sharing. Because they stay open late on Fridays and Saturdays, they’re perfect for a post-Nuit Blanche sandwich fix.

The Famous Owl of Minerva

Locations: Multiple (North York, Markham, etc.)
Hours & menu: Their website focuses more on takeout & delivery; they offer a full menu across locations, but hours vary.

Though not strictly a downtown night-owl destination, The Owl of Minerva is beloved for its casual, reliable menu—classic comfort food, breakfast all day, burgers, and more. If your Nuit Blanche route takes you toward their districts, it’s a dependable option. Their broader hours and multiple locations make them a fallback when other late-night spots fill up.

Tips for Dining During Nuit Blanche

• Go early for full-service meals; many kitchens close before the very late hours.

• Choose spots like Midnight Market or Illstyl3 that specialize in late-night bites.

• Stay close—Mossop’s is your “home base” for late-night dining under your roof.

• Check event maps—some restaurants will find themselves just off the art loops.