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Let me start by stating that I never went to this steakhouse when it was owned by others, so this is not a comparison.
I had stopped by a few weeks ago after working out (so not dressed up at all) and one of the waiters was very pleasant and took me on a tour of the restaurant. I thought it was a nice gesture and decided I would try this place soon.
I was waiting for other people to post a review because I knew it would be pricey, but I still hadn't seen any recent reviews and it looked interesting, so I finally decided to try it out myself.
What an amazing experience! from the moment I stepped in, the staff were very attentive and friendly. I sat at a large table (that had very nice plates and cutlery) in front of the chimney and the environment felt very cozy and elegant. I even felt like I was somewhere else, nowhere near a busy area downtown Toronto.
The food was delicious! the complimentary garlic bread was warm and very tasty. I got a medium rare barrel cut tenderloin, which came with 3 side dishes. I was very pleased with how perfectly cooked my steak was! it was slightly salty for mi taste, but I tend to eat with low salt, so it may be perfect for other people. The side dishes were very good as well, particularly the mushrooms and spinach.
I had ordered a glass of wine (it's served 1/3 bottle) which unfortunately I was not very excited about. I made the comment to Mike, one of the servers, and a few minutes later the manager or sommelier (not sure who it was) came to my table and offered to change it for another wine. A great gesture added to the list!
The chef also stopped by my table to ask how I was enjoying my dinner. He was very friendly and I complimented him on the food. At the end, he sent me a delicious complimentary cheese and dessert table. Another great gesture!
In summary, I absolutely enjoyed my experience at this restaurant. Obviously it's pricey, but it was totally worth it. I felt like I was in my own private dinner with amazing service and food. I will return to try other dishes.
I think a lot of people still don't know this place has re-opened (different owners), so it's still a bit quiet. However, if you've thought about going, you should definitely go!
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