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| - I've been here a few times now, as I'll give this place the following benefits:
-very close to Union Station and the Metro Convention Centre, and a short walkable distance to the Skydome or ACC
-wide tap selections including both craft and big brand options
-perfectly adequate service
-decent sized space with tables or bar access
I've never actually eaten here as we've used the place as a meeting spot, post-work drinks spot, or just random stop in as it was this weekend... Looking at the food, I will say that it isn't really the most exciting menu which is another part of my general hesitation to eating here. A prime example would be the cringe worthy item that is just plate of mini hot dogs (?) entitled "Honey Who Shrunk My Weiner".
To talk about the tap list for a minute though, they have 2 rotating craft taps and a rotating cask, in addition to their extensive beer options. Additionally, they offer sampling flights with what I believe are 3oz samples for around $1.20-$1.60 each so you can do sampling flights. They even have the IBU's listed on the menus as well, which is pretty rare. Pints are actually 18oz glasses which is the happy medium between the standard imperial 20oz pint and the frequently found 16oz american pint pours we see so much of nowadays.
Craft wise you'll find great options from a number of Ontarios best including Nicklebrook, Beaus, Muskoka Brewery, Side Launch, Sawdust City, Spearhead, and Flying Monkeys to name a few. And while I hate to admit it since I'm 99% of the time a craft beer snob, they even had a couple big brand beers that I was impressed by like Lagunitas and Brew Dog IPA.
This is probably my favourite of the Sir Corp owned restaurants, and in the grand scheme of Front St restaurants, the Loose Moose is a decent option if you're looking for a tasty barley based beverage.
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