Black Bull Tavern

04/02/2024

Thank you Toronto! ❤️ You have shown us so much attention and love since sharing the news of our closure. We appreciate everyone who travelled near and far to grab their final pint and share their stories about The Black Bull.

That said, we’ve run out of product — you’ve drunk us dry! We are sadly shutting our doors tonight ahead of the April 3rd closure. We apologize for any disappointment this causes.

We went out on a high note and can’t thank you all enough for your support over the years. We hope that you all continue to cherish your memories of The Black Bull. 🖤

03/29/2024

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03/29/2024

Join us for our final weekend! Last day is April 3rd. We’re open today for Good Friday, grab a pint and join us in the sun. ☀️

Haven’t tried the beef dip yet, it’s time to try it! Anything you’ve been waiting to try on our menu, now’s the time. 🍔🍻

Memorabilia merch for sale, all proceeds go to staff.

03/29/2024

The Black Bull has been a monumental part of Queen West history. It has been a place that’s evolved with the community, once serving pints to vibrant punk rockers and biker gangs to now, the neighbouring office workers and condo dwellers.

The Black Bull’s closure marks the end of an era. Queen West is changing and sadly, what was once one of biggest, sunniest patios in Toronto is cast in the shadows of high rise buildings. After the owner Bobby Taylor passed, it was time for our family to say goodbye to the corner of Queen and Soho.

We would like to thank The Black Bull staff for their dedication and commitment over the years. We are happy so many of you found your life partners at the bar. We know all of you have colourful memories to remember your time here.

We also thank everyone for their patronage over the decades. We hope you can come raise a glass to The Black Bull before it closes April 3.

The staff have made memorabilia merchandise, and all proceeds will go directly to them.

I hope the Black Bull continues to be a bar for decades to come and future owners pay homage to the buildings history.

Cheers,
Janine Bartels, on behalf of The Black Bull family

10/30/2023

“I’ve worked at the Black Bull Tavern for 40 years—and I plan to stay until the very end” -

The Black Bull is up for sale. Here, bartender Sheldon Chow recalls some of his wildest encounters. He also considers a future Queen West where the bar may be no more

08/29/2023

Thank you to the Black Bull team for creating a memorable day celebrating the life of owner Bobby Taylor. ❤️

08/21/2023

Bobby “Monk” Taylor, 84, of Toronto, lost his battle with cancer on August 20 in his home surrounded by family. He was as stubborn as always, and fought until the very end.

The family would like to thank all of the Black Bull staff for their incredible support and loyalty over the years.

Funeral services will be Sunday, August 27 starting at 12pm at Ridley Funeral Home (3080 Lake Blvd. W, Toronto). A celebration of life will follow at the Black Bull starting from 2pm.

08/21/2023

06/30/2023

Long weekend vibes on the patio! Happy Summer☀️🍻

03/17/2023

Happy St Patrick’s Day! 🍀🇮🇪💚

The Guinness is creamy, the Jameson is flowing and the craic is mighty!

Pro tip, if you’re not a Guinness drinker, we recommend a pint of Kilkenny - less heavy but silky smooth 🇮🇪

📸: token Irish lad

06/24/2022

The team celebrating a successful week after their first in-person event in Toronto since 2019. Sláinte! 🍻

04/15/2022

Do you think James made the shot?

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