Mom’s Basement Inc.: A Retro Dive Bar Experience on Danforth

After a night out dining on the Danforth, my wife and I stepped back in time to grab a couple double whiskies at Mom's Basement, a local dive with the best "I Spy" sipping game in town! Sincerely, sipping on our cocktails, while pointing out 80s & 90s VHS treasures littering the bar & walls was the best endgame to our night out on Danforth. The staff were super laid back, even overhearing conversation about "The Last of Us vs Fallout" discussed with partons seated at the bar. This is a great destination to score yourself a craft brew or simple sippers (we didn't grab any grub here). Don't skip Mom's Basement for the retro vibes your night (and soul) are looking for!

One of the coolest hidden gems in the neighbourhood. Great selection of local breweries. Owner is so warm & welcoming. Great place to grab drinks before dinner or watch 80s VHS and reminisce.

10/10, the vibes are immaculate, the drinks are delicious and cheap, and the staff are awesome. Peter the bartender even gave me dating advice and then acted as wingman for me Thank you Peter

Randomly wandered into this place last night with a buddy, and we were like, "someone built a bar specifically for us". The walls are covered in classic 80s VHS and arcade games, the owners are friendly and welcoming, and the whole place is cozy with a great beer selection. They're still working out some building kinks from the previous owners, but I hope this place stays open for a million years.

I went here last night for my birthday. We arrived just before closing and the gentleman who helped us was very accommodating! (Bonus points on the great beer recommendations) 5/5 :)

Decked up like a lit 80’s Rec Room with retro classic games and food. The place brought in all the vibes that tickled the grey cells of Sheldon & Leonard in me. Amazing vibes. We tried a Left Field rotating and Truth serum in beer. This is one of the best bars in Danforth or possibly around the green line if you are on the lookout for the same. The place is right on the street so parking can be a bit of hustle on busy weekend evening but they do have spots. The place is really spacious especially if you are planning for an evening out with your gang. I did see private DnD sessions booked on a Monday as well. Definitely a recommendation for a night out especially if you are a 90s or 80s kid :)

Had an absolute blast here. The staff are very chatty in a friendly way. They make you feel like a part of the family. The downstairs bathrooms could use a little work but the upstairs bathroom is great and it's none gendered. There is a decent amount of space for such a small bar and the owner is a funny guy I definitely recommend this place.