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| - There's something about a place with a Wilco theme that makes it irresistible, but luckily Sky Blue Sky is more dedicated to giving you a good sandwich than it is to tickling your hipster bone.
All the sandwiches on the menu have names taken from Wilco songs, and all are made with TLC and a lot of thought, right down to what spreads and what bread would make the sandwich perfect. I had Hell Is Chrome, their deviled egg salad sandwich, on a deliciously sweet, spongy white bread that made it a lot less messy than I feared it would be.
I do have two quibbles, though:
1. everything was served with disposable cups, plates and wax paper. We were told there's no room for a dishwasher in the back, but hopefully that will change.
2. I was in a group of 8, and as a result it took quite awhile to get our food. But if you're prepared for that, grab a soda, take a window seat and watch Bloor Street go by. The sandwich will be worth the wait.
Aside from the menu offerings and a couple framed Wilco posters, there's little indication that the place carries a theme, which allows the food to take the headlining slot. Bread is baked fresh, and there's a breakfast menu as well. The owner of the place is a thoughtful and very kind man with a vision all his own.
I'll be heading back this week, and again and again in the future.
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