rev:text
| - This was what was missing in my seafoodless life. A restaurant paying full homage to the great Canadian clawed Lobster. Who would have thought that a Toronto based joint could house such a fantastic lobster shack. I was pleasantly surprised.
I'm already a fan of the Ossington/Dundas hood, so having another great restaurant there doesn't hurt. Immediately walking through the doors, I felt comfortable. The seafood bar staring right in front of me, as spectacular anything could be,. It was gorgeous, full of snow crab legs, oysters, and other crustaceans, shellfish, marine living deliciousness.
While seated, I enjoyed the relaxing and casual atmosphere. Dim lighting, full tables, comfortable seats. The menu was simple. Not intimidating, divided into 3 main sections: raw bar, dishes and drinks. I ordered the lobster poutine, signature lobster roll and surf and turf steak tartare. I regret passing up their rock lobster Caesar- it has a Nova Scotia lobster tail in it! Next time...
The food came out reasonable quick, and I gotta say, everything was amazing. The poutine was the best poutine I ever had. Perfect fries, great gravy and squeaky cheese all under a mound of lobster. The lobster roll was equally good, not too saucy/mayo-ey, lobster was present and flavors weren't muted, bun was soft and toasty. Surf and turf tartare was my first foray into tartare and it was tasty. Mustard dressing, beef and chunks of lobster, all went well on the complimenting potato chips.
This dinner was the highlight of my night. It made me so happy. I didn't know what expect from Rock Lobster Food co. I thought it was going to be expensive and not filling. However, on the contrary, it was reasonably priced and satisfied my appetite.
I loved it. I had no complaints. Great food, good people and fun atmosphere- what else do you want from a seafood shack?
|