Zanzibar Tavern Fire Shakes Toronto | Toronto News

Toronto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

A devastating fire tore through Toronto’s iconic Zanzibar Tavern early Sunday, narrowly missing injuries as no one was inside — but the roof and interiors took major damage. Owner Allen Cooper, who inherited the club from his parents, is heartbroken yet hopeful for rebuilding, praising firefighters for containing the blaze before it spread to neighboring businesses packed tightly in the downtown core. Fire Chief Jim Jessop confirmed the cause is under investigation, with no signs of foul play, and noted the fire’s deep-seated nature made suppression tough. While streets are closed and nearby…