Just a swagger away from the deeply rooted and over-the-top Rain, Shmooze is a club that, in fact, tried to reinvent the wheel by picking and choosing who gains entry. But, now, it has come back to earth. Shmooze has had its run at this short lived hard-to-get-in-to phase. All you have to do now to get in is just show up.

Catering to the older (25-35) generation of Toronto clubgoers and those who want (or pretend) to be a part of that scene. Dress up, queue up, and descend into the swarm of poseurs.

It may be worth going just to see the place; 1930’s cathedral ceilings, crown molding and a huge open layout creates a good flow, club-wise. Though some areas get congested (it is a bar after all), the space loses a bit of its beauty when packed to the gills, yet gives a regal feel overall. After inspecting the grounds, lounge about with one of their 12 themed martinis and maybe, if you can find a seat and can flag down a server, you’re set up to party on the ice.

- S.W.