Coming Soon

King/Spadina is always changing, and the pace of change has only accelerated in recent years. I won't try to stay on top of every new store opening, development project and art event, but I thought I'd mention a few additions which have grabbed my attention. Most are yet to open, but one must act quickly in the fast-paced world of obscure local blogs.



Stussy Toronto (431 Richmond St. W)

The venerable street fashion complex at 431 Richmond St. W has a new addition: Stussy Toronto. Upstairs from Nomad, this impeccably designed new store offers the latest from the famous streetwear brand. Check out the Stussy X Levis collection of premium denim jeans and jacket.



Urban Outfitters

The new retail/office building nearing completion on a burned out stretch of Queen St. (not related to the latest fire, photo above, south side of Queen St. west of Spadina) will house a new Urban Outfitters store. The mall is definitely moving west of Spadina.


Aji Sai

A couple of doors down from the new building, a new branch of the sushi restaurant Aji Sai is about to open. I've never visited this chain, but I'll be sure to give them a try. More sushi competition in the area can only be a good thing.


Spice Route (499 King St. W)

The failed Touch Lounge, on King St. W, is being transformed as we speak into a more upscale and hopefully more successful venture: Spice Route Asian Bistro, by Liberty Group. Last week I got to see the renovation work, and it is pretty impressive. Looking at the modest exterior, it is hard to believe it can house such a grand space. I'll try to get another peek so I can get some photos. Should open in spring.


Duke's Cycle (452 Richmond St. W)

Duke's, homeless since the latest fire on Queen St. devastated the store, is moving into a new space on Richmond St. W just west of Spadina. It'll be good to have them back.