This is my favourite local watering hole. The space is really big, so it's never too busy. They have a big big patio, a big bar, and about 3 or 4 separate seating areas (high tops, booths and regular tables) and one that is somewhat corner off if you want to have a big private party.
The food is all great. Though they reduced their menu recently :( No more fried mushroom caps. Their burgers are garlicky and delicious. And their nachos are easily one of my favourite in the city - especially b/c they are one of the few places that have lettuce on the nachos. Over the years, their nacho portions have gotten smaller, but they are still amazing with layered cheese and tons of sour cream and veggies.
A couple of qualms: you can't have booze on the patio after 11, and occasionally the servers will be slow. But I find it's usually the new-ish people. They have a few servers that I recognize who are always upbeat and on the ball with drinks, food and just all around awesomeness.