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| - I have been pleasantly surprised by the Bishop each time I go there - it is a very good pub. The servers are good and occasionally fulla sass (always a plus) and definitely pros, not to mention patient.
During the week the vibe is rather corporate-like (given that it's right next to Church & Bloor, that's no surprise) but they still have a neighborhood feel which is definitely welcome - this comes out especially after the suit crowd wanders off around 8pm and the locals and regulars stick around.
The prices are really good, considering the location (jugs for approx. $17) and the selection is good as well. And while the beer is good, their food is fantastic - big menu, and it is definitely a step up from the usual pub fare. I mean, the menu looks like typical pub, but when it comes out ... well, like I said, I am still pleasantly surprised.
The best thing about this place is that it is cool - not hip or anything, but definitely not pretentious, and everyone who works there knows they and their pub is good, and they don't need to show off. Maybe it has something to do with it being one of the most unapologetic pro-British pubs in Toronto - happy hour is called "Loyalist Hour". No joke. And even if you're not a fan of the Queen, you'll still like the place. Go!
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