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| - Apparently this place was more akin to a dive bar meets pool hall, but then this year invested some proper money into renovating the place and while I don't have to experience to compare the results, I have to say they've done well with it. The place has a lovely glass ceiling, and an interior of mostly brick and beam with classy wood tables. We brought a group here and everyone was impressed by it.
Food wise, nothing was mind blowing but nothing disappointed either. It was a pretty broad menu with reasonable prices and something for everyone whether meat lover or vegetarian.
Beer menu on their website was better than in person, as their taps were more focused on European brands or brands like Mill Street and Granville Island Brewing which give the illusion of craft beer despite actually being owned by major labels, with the exception of Great Lakes Brewing - but that was a pumpkin spice beer. Some proper craft focus would have really impressed me but thats the beer snob in me talking and I don't think anyone else complained or noticed this.
Aside from the food and drinks, the main reason most probably come here is for the billiards and ping pong. $20 an hour for pool, $25 an hour for ping pong. The tables are all well maintained and top quality.
While I don't think the Royal York neighbourhood is an actual destination location, I will say that if you're local, this place is a pretty good place. Be it for a group outing, a potential date spot, or a casual meal with drinks, I think this place offers a little bit of something for everyone.
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