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| - If you're in the mood for some good unconventional asian-style food in downtown Toronto but don't want to blow money as if you were celebrating your selection into the Raptors' squad (we all know they could use some fresh hands and legs), then Dazzling Modern Restaurant/Bar is a good place to check out.
The FOOD!:
- good variety
- decent list of wines / other drinks
- REALLY good quantity (and I speak as a semi-perennially hungry, 23-year old guy)
- We had the chicken spring rolls, Thai Panang Noodles & Thai Panang Curry == I loved the taste for the price I paid. I highly recommend either the Thai Panang Noodles or the curry.
- Food rating: 5/5
And the PRICE:
- pretty economic
- For one main entre, one appetizer and one drink (I got the sake), you're looking at about $25-$30. For a comfortable downtown location, that's pretty good.
- Price rating: 5/5
Decor:
- Comfortable seating; spacious enough
- moderately sized place, so it's good to call before you go
- Good decor (we went at night, the lighting sets a good ambience)
- They have some flat-screens as well with a bar
- Decor rating: 5/5 in general. But since it won't accommodate larger groups, I'll dock a star for that == 4/5.
Service:
- very polite
- took time to explain some dishes I wasn't too sure about
- prompt service to other requests even when it got pretty busy and almost all tables were occupied
- Service rating: 5/5
Other:
- they have some space on the 2nd floor as well; there was a performance on the day we went, so didn't get a chance to check it out.
- So for people who are looking to throw a party, this could be an option.
Why to go there:
- Not very expensive; good food for the price
- Good decor, good service
- Not very loud, but not very quiet either - pleasantly upbeat
- May get a seat right next to the window facing King St. I'm a fan of enjoying the city's view at night.
- Might be a good place to go with a friend or your significant other
- For a first date = aah, that's a tough one... I think you would want to check it out yourself before you put your eggs in this basket.
Why not to go there:
- Moderately sized = may not be ideal for large groups
All in all, if you're looking for a place to go get some good food and enjoy it in an upbeat ambience with good service, this is a good choice. Like I said, it's moderately sized, so call ahead.
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