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| - This cute little joint gets packed, and fast! I went here yesterday with my friend, and we didn't have reservations so we lined up shortly before they opened at 6. We managed to get a tiny table at the front.
Drinks:
I mean, they are known for their cocktails and I enjoyed the two that I had. I had the Helpless (or Hopeless?) Mermaid, and the Four Letter. Both were complex and not too sweet, with just enough kick of alcohol - basically, a real cocktail. The drinks were definitely on the pricier side ($14 - $16).
Appetizers:
We shared the Chorizo + Octopus, Fried Chicken with Buttermilk Sauce, and the Mussels. I was pleasantly surprised by the food because I had only expected average. The Chorizo + Octopus was a flavourful delight, and not too salty - definitely my favourite out of the three, though the buttermilk sauce was delicious and made a relatively plain dish, less plain.
Ambiance: Cute nook bar style (kind of reminds me of the decor of a smoky pub where the regulars hang out, minus the smoke) with a very mixed and eclectic crowd (old couples, young couples, locals, hipsters...?). I find it a datey and intimate spot, but quite packed and a good starting point if you plan on hitting the bars later on in your night.
Service: Service was generally friendly, but I definitely found it a bit slow. Our food did not come for a while, but fortunately, we were enjoying our cocktails. There was a fairly decent refill of water, but service overall was on the slower side (probably because they are so busy!).
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