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| - As you drive along Eastern Ave and see countless auto-body shops, TTC streetcar storage lot, industrial buildings, you then come to a nice little pocket where Papillon is, overlooking a park. The building is interesting with lots of exposed brick, the large space is broken up into smaller more intimate areas, the walls are covered in contemporary art, and there are lots of windows overlooking the park.
I've been twice (and also twice to their restaurant on Front St). The food is always excellent, and the menu changes seasonally. For brunch the poutine au matin is a winner, and the steak frites and croque monsieur are also very nice. The staff if gracious and efficient, the server checked in on us often enough to take care of any needs, but not so often as to be intrusive.
There are certainly some fine-dining flourishes, but the overall atmosphere is friendly, warm, and cozy.
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