Recent retail openings have further cemented Ossington’s desirability. Toronto-based fashion label Uncle Studios recently launched its first brick-and-mortar location at 46 Ossington, combining apparel with a built-in coffee shop. Across the street at 49 Ossington, Carhartt WIP, the fashion-forward arm of the heritage workwear brand, opened its first Toronto storefront. The lease was secured by Teddy Taggart of CBRE’s Urban Retail Team.

“Carhartt WIP could have opened anywhere,” said Markowitz. “They chose Ossington. That’s a huge compliment to Toronto and a testament to the street’s appeal.”

Also new to the strip is Central Taps, a Calgary-rooted dining concept at Argyle and Ossington serving elevated comfort food. The restaurant joins nightlife staples such as Bellwoods Brewery, Paris Paris, and Azhar Kitchen & Bar. The lease was arranged by the Urban Retail Team’s Jackson Turner and Alex Edmison on behalf of the tenant. Landlord The Pearl Group was represented by Markowitz, who advised on the listing side of the deal.

Also new to the strip is Central Taps, a Calgary-rooted dining concept at Argyle and Ossington serving elevated comfort food. The restaurant joins nightlife staples such as Bellwoods Brewery, Paris Paris, and Azhar Kitchen & Bar. The lease was negotiated by Jackson Turner and Alex Edmison of the Urban Retail Team on behalf of the tenant, while they and Markowitz acted for The Pearl Group as landlord for the marquee corner.

“Ossington has always been strong at night, but now the daytime foot traffic is building thanks to fashion and beauty concepts that operate around the clock,” said Markowitz.