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Communist's Daughter - Toronto Dive Bar - Exterior
Communist's Daughter | Toronto
Toronto Dundas West neighborhood dive bar staple Communist’s Daughter has lovingly misled first-time visitors since 2003 thanks to holding over the “Nazare Snack Bar” sign from the space’s previous tenant.

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We are the gritty, grounded, off-the-beaten-path travel guide to authentic drinking around the world.

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Fresh Drinky Goodness

Communist's Daughter - Toronto Dive Bar - Exterior
Communist's Daughter | Toronto
Toronto Dundas West neighborhood dive bar staple Communist’s Daughter has lovingly misled first-time visitors since 2003 thanks to holding over the “Nazare Snack Bar” sign from the space’s previous tenant.

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