Forth Avenue Kitchen & Bar represents the further gentrification of East Danforth. It is very much a diamond in the rough. This place is polished and hip to current trends. With light woods, metals, and industrial style lighting all adding to its charm. The higher prices are reflective of this fact, but the quality of the food and the excellent service justifies it in my mind. There are other cheaper options in the surrounding area, so it's nice to have a more upscale option to treat yourself with on occasion.
I went for brunch on a Saturday morning and ordered the mushroom omelette with home fries with a side of fruit. The omelette was perfection - A beautiful yellow with delicious mushrooms and aged cheddar. The home fries were crisp on the outside, but tender on the inside. Gordon Ramsay would be proud! I asked for some hot sauce and one of the cooks came with his homemade hot sauce and explained to me that it was made with chilis from his garden. Quite simply, the food here is delicious and well thought out.
My experienced was heightened with the excellent service provided. The server was extremely friendly and consistently topped-up my coffee and ensured that I had everything I needed. Two different cooks came to visit me and inquire about my experience and offer some more information about the food. All of my interactions with the staff were pleasant and they were kind and quick, so as to make me feel appreciated, but not hover over me.
I'm very happy with my decision to try this place and will certainly be back again for not only another brunch, but also to experience the nighttime atmosphere.