With or without optional mezcal, the margaritas at this lively Kensington Market restaurant are punchy, bright, and can make any day feel like a celebration. Traditionalists will dig the classic blend of tequila, Cointreau, and lime served on the rocks and salt-rimmed.

Regulars make the most of patio hangs at this sprawling Distillery District restaurant serving margaritas partnered with obscene amounts of guacamole and chips. Can't decide? Opt for a flight and sample four mini margs, in traditional, Mayan, reposado and mangonada flavours.

Great with guacamole, margaritas also pair well with this Ossington spot's lineup of live music acts. A trusty list of house cocktails includes tequila-based margaritas in lime, blood orange, and passionfruit flavours. Swap tequila for mezcal or g for habanero-infused tequila.

Named for owner Dave Sidhu, Dave's Margarita brings celebrity-backed tequila (Teremana was founded by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson) to all locations of this micro chain. Available by the glass or pitcher, this lime-spiked classic pour can be spotted on most tables of this Mexican spot.

At all four Toronto locations of this restaurant, a menu of Mexican bites makes dinner thirsty work. With grapefruit and lychee cactus pear syrup, the LCP Margarita is a novel way to cool off. If you need refreshment for a crowd, a pitcher-full of Carnita Margaritas is the only way to go.

Great at full price, this happening hideout's array of margaritas is positively excellent at Happy Hour (which happens twice daily). At The Shops at Don Mills and on King West, devotees agonize over options ranging from classic and cucumber cilantro to ginger and guava.

Toast to chef Daniel Roe's textbook tortillas with equally exemplary margaritas in traditional or spicy at this restaurant's two downtown locations. Adventurous types will appreciate sippers laced with jalapeño-infused tequila and garnished with chili.

Unfussy and fun, this West Queen West spot invites guests to relax over classic Mexican fare and delicious margaritas. Fruity, tropical options include a margarita mixed with tamarind, one with hibiscus flower iced tea and the Lola — a fan favourite with lychee, strawberry and lime.