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| - As far as steakhouses go, I can't say that this is the best steak I have ever had. In fact, in Toronto alone, I believe Barbarian Steakhouse is much better. Nevertheless, everything else about the restaurant is top notch and perhaps I am not not as appreciative of the beef as I should be.
The service is great and is everything one would expect from a restaurant like this - not much to say here. We started with a beer and a martini, didn't have any appetisers as we knew that there's no way we can fit that much food in us. The server gave an explanation of all the options and we shared an 18oz bone-in striploin as per recommendation. They cut the steak for us as it was being shared, which was nice. A side of duck fat french fries and sauteed mixed mushrooms. Everything was good, but nothing I felt was extraordinary.
I think what bumped it up for me from being a 3 star was their side dressings. There was a dish that had three difference sauces, one was a blue cheese, another called chimichurri and a japanese soy sauce (ponzu). And then a dish with three types of salts. My favourite was the chimichurri and my friend's favourite was the ponzu. Dipping the meat in the sauce made it better, but i've had some really good steak that doesn't require any dressing....
I enjoyed being in the restaurant, and I enjoyed the food. Nevertheless at this price point, I was not wow'ed. But then again, to be fair, I am very rarely wow'ed by steakhouses so I do rate much harsher.
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