Dining and drinks, TIFF style

TIFF | Bell Lightbox at King and John. Sam Santos / WireImage for TIFF

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So, you've decided to do the Toronto International Film Festival this year. In its 35th year, TIFF will be screening over 300 films over a mere 11 days. With screening venues stretching from Yorkville to King West, you may not have enough time to just wing it when hunger strikes or if you're looking to spot some stars. Here's your guide for places to eat, drink and discuss film right by key TIFF cinemas:

#1 - Ryerson Theatre

#2 - TIFF | Bell Lightbox

Neighbourhood: King West
For a quick bite: Aroma  for a quick trip through the buffet
For a casual dinner: Rodney's Oyster House for their famous east coast oysters
For a wake-me-up: Spice Safar  for an espresso
For an after movie drink: Joe Mamas for a Stevie Wonder martini
Fun fact: Nearby Brassai played host to a celebratory dinner for the cast and crew of "Up in the Air" during last year's festival...attended by George Clooney. Sigh.

#3 - Visa Screening Room & Winter Garden Theatre

Neighbourhood: Garden District / Yonge & Dundas Square
For a quick bite: Harlem for old-fashioned soul food
For a casual dinner: Osteria Ceceri E Tria for homemade pasta
For a wake-me-up: B Espresso Bar for a latte
For an after movie drink: Duke of Richmond for a properly poured Guinness
Fun fact: Celebrity sightings in this area include Rachel McAdams and Colin Firth

#4 - Scotiabank Theatre

Neighbourhood: Entertainment District
For a quick bite: Cafe Crepe for a savoury or dessert crepe
For a casual dinner: HoSu Bistro for maki and sashimi
For a wake-me-up: Starbucks (inside Chapters) for a caramel macchiato
For an after movie drink: Milestones for their signature bellini
Fun fact: You never know which celebrities you'll find milling about with the MuchMusic and eTalk studios nearby

#5 - Varsity Cinema

Neighbourhood: Yorkville
For a quick bite: The New Yorker Deli for the all day breakfast
For a casual dinner: Bloor Street Diner for the grilled steak salad
For a wake-me-up: 7 West Cafe for mochaccinos all night long
For an after movie drink: Four Seasons Hotel for a night cap at Avenue Bar
Fun fact: Since Yorkville is the perennial star mecca during TIFF, celebrities are often spotted at star-friendly restaurants like Sassafraz

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