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| - First off, the setting is quite decent at this place, with some comfy seating and nice lighting. Good for couples or groups of friends. There are even some boardgames like chess you can play. Definitely a sheesha vibe that is relaxed. At Bloor/Ossington, it's not exactly an area I frequent much but it's right by the subway.
On paper, it looks like an amazing combination - a restaurant, sheesha lounge, and cafe ALL in one establishment. They serve gourmet pizzas, salads, coffees, pastries etc. The concept is neat. Went there with three other friends and had a decent time there that allowed for conversation as well as relaxation on a weekday night out.
HOWEVER, my view of the place is definitely biased because I ended up having a chicken wrap there and throwing up violently soon afterwards. Food poisoning symptoms were evident, and it really dampened our plans for the rest of the night. That being said, my other friend had some other food item and was fine (I believe it was a pizza).
I suppose I was unlucky with the chicken and it may have been a one-time incident. BUT, if I ever think of coming back, the food poisoning incident will always affect my judgment.
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