The main reason I came to the Queen Beaver is to try out the supposed 'best Toronto on this side of town' burger.
I was pleasantly surprised by the quaint and collegiate like surrounding - the main floor had a huge teapot dresser (alas, I forgot to take a picture) while the upstairs had a huge sofa room with bookcase (too cool - I must return just to sit on that couch ONE MORE TIME). They also had an upstairs patio that was nice and quiet on a Sunday afternoon (almost made me think it was time for an afternoon nap).
The service was good though I was slightly confused when I first entered (there were no waiters around). However, when we seated ourselves on the patio, we were greeted promptly with menus and an explanation of what was available. I already knew what I wanted so I just had to pick a beer - I believe I chose the cream ale. It was decent but I am old school - give me a Sleeman and I will be content.
Now, onto the food ... is this the best burger I ever tasted? Were the fries good? What about that intriguing homemade ketchup - did it knock my socks off? No - no - no. Sorry but I speak the truth. The burger did not have enough oomph for me and it really just tasted like some kind of chopped up pot roast. I could barely taste the stilton - are we being stingy or what!!??! The fries were not crispy enough (I like mine double fried please). And for pete's sake - give me Heinz.
Maybe I need to refine my British pub fare tastebuds. I am willing to return to re-experience the dinner menu. But heck, I am just laying it out as it is people ... I was not that impressed. Pictures look good tho.