The Duke

As a prominent East End Historical landmark, The Duke has been part of the Leslieville landscape since 1870 and was originally named The Morin House Tavern. This 19th century solid brick building was originally a restaurant and pub with an Inn on the second floor with rooms to rent when the area was named St. David’s Ward. According to historical records, Richard Stone maintained the location until he sold it to Blake Crawford in 1912. The building was then renamed The Duke (named after Prince Edward – Duke of York & Albany) and has carried the name through until today.