In the age of $300 restaurant dinners, it's rare to go out to a place where you actually feel that what you're getting is worth the money.
This is one of those spots.
Absurdly fresh farm-to-table cuisine. Where the 'farm' in question appears to be quite literally the immediate surroundings. The first few courses of the tasting menu seemed to be straight out of the restaurant's garden.
They're beautiful. An incredible array of fresh vegetables and herbs. Carefully selected, lovingly combined and delicately prepared.
And it's just the beginning. What followed was a multicourse meal that was well thought out, well timed in it's delivery and paired with an interesting selection of non-run-of-the-mill hand picked wines. Would you like some Juracon with that Asparagus? Yes, please.
A bunny rabbit that was clearly sacrificed for our own personal pleasure because he was the undoubtedly the most delicious animal in the forest.
Outstanding service and non-rushed ambiance. A cool-dad-rock soundtrack that seemed perfectly picked for the great vibe.
The best part. It's a small, warm room that makes you feel a part of the neighbourhood and not just a number on a proverbial meal ticket.
Being a few blocks north of Bloor does wonders for removing the douchey sensibilities that plagues many of the restaurants in this part of town.
A great find. Strongly recommended.