Explore Little Italy - Our Toronto Neighbourhood Profile

Can’t Miss

The Little Italy shopping district on College Street, between Shaw Street and Euclid Avenue, features authentic Italian restaurants and European fashions.
There’s also the Portugal Village shopping district on Dundas Street which has mouth-watering bakeries, seafood restaurants, and cafes that feature authentic Portuguese cuisine.

Who Lives Here

Little Italy real estate is home to mostly young couples and families, as well as a lot of long-time residents whose families immigrated from Italy right to the area.

Little Italy Real Estate

Little Italy real estate is dominated by freehold homes, which is great news for families looking for a bit more space. Some of the city’s most sought after streets are located in this neighbourhood including Palmerston and Clinton, lined with stunning Victorian homes and gorgeous trees.

Getting Around

This neighbourhood is well-serviced by the TTC, with streetcars and buses running throughout the neighbourhood. The area is walkable but can also work for people with vehicles.

Local History Lesson

In the early 20th century, a number of Italians moved to Toronto and settled along the College Street strip. While many of them worked in construction and on the railway, others opened shops and grocers throughout the area, establishing it as the community we know today.