I had avoided this place. It looked a bit broken down from the outside. I wondered if it would be another depressing, empty joint on the Bloordale strip. I was so wrong. The bar menu is absolutely fantastic. A delightful surprise. Light Greek tapas. Simple hearty dips, olives and breads. I ordered the hamburger and feta fries. Absolutely delicious. The best fries I've had in a long time. The melted feta cheese and acidity of what must have been a little vinegar made the fries stand out from what you expect to find at a bar. The burger was good.
The sangria I ordered was a delicate fusion of tart and sweet. It's a lovely spot to meet friends or have a date. The whole place is bathed in glowing candlelight.
Lessons learned:
-don't judge a book by its cover.
-Go back to Bar Neon