Patron death leaves Toronto bar facing liquor licence suspension

Global News · Olivia Bowden · 2026-11-06 16:06 UTC

The patron was served 14 beers over a five-and-a-half-hour period, which is the equivalent of more than 21 standard drinks, said the AGCO in a news release.

A bar in midtown Toronto is facing the loss of its liquor licence after a patron who was served more than 21 standard drinks died following a fall down a stairwell at the establishment.

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced Thursday it issued a 60-day suspension to St. Louis Bar & Grill at 11 St. Clair Avenue West after concluding its investigation of the incident. The bar is one of dozens of St. Louis franchises across Canada. Individual locations are owned by franchise owners and the brand is owned by Aegis Brands Inc., according to the chain’s website.

On April 11, 2026, the patron was served 14 beers over a five-and-a-half-hour period. The beers were 23 ounces each, which is the equivalent of more than 21 standard drinks, said the AGCO in a news release. The patron then fell in a stairwell leading to a washroom, it said.

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