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About Jasper Dandy
Jasper Dandy opened in 2018 as a three-space pub and live music venue at 725 Queen St E in Toronto, offering an intimate setting for shows with a capacity reported around 200 to 270 across multiple spaces. While the venue has undergone changes since its early days, the space that housed Jasper Dandy later became Nightowl Riverside and is currently operating as Gossip. This page provides a comprehensive overview for fans and guests seeking a reliable, no-fuss guide to the venue area, seating ideas, parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining options.
Whether you’re planning a night of live music, a book event, or simply exploring the Queen Street East corridor, consider secure, straightforward booking and local recommendations so you can focus on the show. We’ve got you covered with practical details and trusted affiliate recommendations for a comfortable stay nearby.
For performers and patrons, Jasper Dandy’s legacy as a small-venue hub along Toronto’s east end highlights why fans seek these intimate spaces. When planning your visit, take into account current transit detours and the nearby Broadview and Lombard corridors. If you’re looking for a place to stay after a night of music, the Broadview Hotel and Holiday Inn Express Downtown Toronto offer convenient options within a reasonable walk or short ride. For dining, there are several nearby eateries and pubs where you can grab a bite before or after the show. Always check the venue’s current status and local listings for the latest event information.
Note: The space formerly known as Jasper Dandy is now Gossip (725 Queen St E). If you’re researching past events, notable past performances include Big Smoke Vinyl Show, a 200-cap show for Glassjaw, and a February 2019 book event with Mark Hebscher.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 725 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1H1.
- Capacity: reported around 200 for Jasper Dandy shows (some sources cite up to 270 across three spaces).
- Venue type: pub/sports-bar style venue with a live music stage; opened as Jasper Dandy in 2018 and described as a three-space venue by Riverside listings.
- Seating chart: no publicly published seating chart; configuration included pub seating and a dedicated live music area.
- Parking: metered street parking on Queen Street East; municipal parking lots nearby on Broadview Ave (near Riverside).
- Transit: accessible via TTC (501 Queen streetcar); streetcar diversions/updates related to Ontario Line construction have affected routes in the area.
- Nearby hotels: The Broadview Hotel (106 Broadview Ave) within a short walk; Holiday Inn Express Downtown Toronto (111 Lombard St) nearby; The Duke Toronto (1225 Queen St E) not far away.
- Notable events hosted: Big Smoke Vinyl Show (Nov 3, 2018); Glassjaw show (2019, intimate 200-cap show); Mark Hebscher book event (Feb 2019).
- Demolished/renamed: Jasper Dandy closed in 2020; the space was later used by Nightowl Riverside and is currently operated as Gossip (725 Queen St E).