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| - I was here for their Pride brunch menu on the balcony to watch the parade with friends, so my review probably isn't the most representative of what you'd typically get here.
I was surprised at how vast the interior of Peridot is compared to its unassuming facade. The seating inside is substantial, which I guess lends itself better to its nightlife aspirations. In any case, the balcony was perfectly situated to watch the parade, and the ambience was likely atypically boisterous and jubilant. Staff were introducing tables to each other and contributing to the overall mood well.
The food was a little underwhelming for the price point. I ordered a pistachio-crusted goat cheese appetizer, which was much smaller than I anticipated, accompanied by three or four crostinis, three pita wedges, and a few dipping items (a currant mixture, a strawberry-type preserve, three or four roasted garlic cloves). Particularly since it was a reduced event-specific menu, one would expect them to bring only their star players to the table. Some of the other items looked a bit more favourable but surely wouldn't speak necessarily to the skill of the staff--sweet potato fries, for example.
All in all I wasn't encouraged to return for their regular menu--but the patio might be a good option if you're in the Bloor area on a summer evening and don't feel like fighting for a seat over at Hemingway's or on Church.
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