TIFF 2015 is here and whether you've purchased tickets in advance or intend to score rush seats, you're going to get hungry. Between hopping from theatre to theatre and queuing up early to get a good seat, festival-goers need to be strategic about where to eat.

Here are my picks for the top places to eat near TIFF 2015 movie theatre locations.

TIFF BELL LIGHTBOX
During the opening days of the fest, King West in front of the Lightbox is closed to vehicular traffic so the best thing to do is grab takeout from a nearby spot likeUnion JuiceorO&B Canteenand park yourself at a picnic table. Not as time starved or in need of libations?Mascot Brewery,Bar HoporKhao San Roadcould be the answer.

ELGIN/WINTER GARDEN THEATRES
Need a jolt of caffeine or sandwich between screenings? Walk south toDineen.Little Fin,Richtree Natural MarketorUrban Eaterywill work well if you're in a rush and don't need anything fancy. For something more substantial, join the crowds atParamount,BannockorSantouka Ramen. For a glam date nightThe ChaseorRichmond Stationare your best bets.

SCOTIABANK THEATRE
Get caffeinated atDark Horseor stop byKanga(savoury handheld pies) orMe Va Me Express(laffa sandwich) when you need to fill up while waiting in line. Dinner and a movie date nights should check outPaiByblosorPeter Pan.Thoroughbredcouldn't be more conveniently located for after screening cocktails. For beer and highlights of the Jays game there'sThe BallroomorQueen St. Warehouse.

PRINCESS OF WALES and ROY THOMSON HALL
Just east of the TIFF epicentre, these two venues will be screening many of the galas and big buzz films. Get into the festive spirit with tacos and tequila on the patio ofEl Patioor indoors atEl Caballito. For pizza and a movie your best bet isPizzeria LibrettowhileMomofuku Noodle Bar,The Drake 150andJa Bistroare all popular date-worthy spots within short walking distance.

AGO
The Village By The Grange food court is your friend during TIFF offering an abundance of quick and easy edibles just steps from the theatre. TryMean Baoif you're unsure where to start. If you're not in a rush head up McCaul to Baldwin Village where you'll findKinton Ramenslinging bowls of noodles soup andKekouscooping up Asian inspired gelato.

ISABEL BADER
Located on UofT campus means this theatre is slightly removed from the action. Your best bet is to head up to Bloor and dine in style atLa SocieteorMuseum Tavern. Slightly more wallet friendly options includeAsuka(sushi), andThe Oxley(pub food). For a star spotting kind of night book well in advance to get in at Yorkville hotspotsBucaorKasa Moto.

THE BLOOR HOT DOCS CINEMA
The theatre in The Annex is well equipped to keep festival-goers fuelled on the cheap.Ghazisituated at the mouth of the theatre has all your juice needs covered, whileThe Commonis a great alternative to all the chain coffee houses in the 'hood. If you've got time to kill between screenings get a table atGuu, but if you're in a hurry snag a slice fromZa Pizzeriaor falafel fromSarah's Shawarma.

RYERSON
Head toBulldog Coffeeor巴尔扎克笔下的when craving a coffee before queuing up. Quick bites are best had atBanh Mi BoysorFresh East, while sit down spotsRaijin,Guu Izakaya,Reds MidtownandSalad Kingare within walking distance. When your midnight screening lets out in the wee hours head toLou Dawg'sorBig Slicefor some late night grub.

What did I miss? Add more places to eat during TIFF to the comments. Top photo of Mascot Brewery.