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| - Update September 12, 2015 . . .
Our second trip to Firkin-on-the-Bay was a completely different experience for us. We hoped to dine in there wonderful waterfront patio but it was closed due to the weather. This is not a complaint but a heads up for those expecting a quite dining experience. The place was packed being a Saturday evening but the noise from the loud music and chatter was not what we had in mind. This pub is going to be very successful, especially with this amazing location and probably just what many want from a typical sports bar. But just be aware if you want a quiet dining experience, choose the side patio if available, away from the noisy fans. If the patio is not available, the Eden Trattoria next door may be a better choice with much less noise.
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Original Review . . . I was told that their opening traffic on Monday broke all records for prior Firkin openings. Not surprising with such a fantastic location and a guaranteed clientele fed from all those condos in Humber Bay Shores. Apparently, they ran out of food because of the unexpected demand. Of course they had the usual opening glitches with newly trained staff. It was no doubt exasperated by the much larger number of patrons than was anticipated.
We had lunch there on August 26th (Wednesday). The view of the Lake and City from their patio and even inside is probably one of the best in the GTA. The staff were all very attentive and eager to please. One thing for those who have hearing problems and want to dine al fresco, you may want to choose patio seating on the side by Village Court. It is much quieter that the front patio due to the noisy fans that I'm told are always on. I don't know what purpose those fans serve but the noise does detract from the experience. I'm wondering if they could be adjusted during prime patio times so the noise could be muted. On the plus side, conversations from nearby tables are less intrusive due to the fan noise.
I understand that reservations are not being taken now but that could change in the future, especially in non-high demand week days. They have no patio heaters which may deter some, especially with the cold weather approaching.
Firkin has posted open hours from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Patios are open until 11: pm on week days and until midnight on weekends. That makes sense due to the proximity of condos close by. BTW, no plans for karaoke that nearby residents will appreciate.
This is not fine dining by any means. The food is typical pub fare with reasonable pricing but the location is great, especially for locals who will appreciate having a restaurant within walking distance.
Yes. That's the CN Tower in the background.
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