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| - THE GENESIS OF TORONTO'S WATERFRONT REVIVAL!
ATG is an extremely welcome addition to Toronto's Eastern (non-beaches) Waterfront. Nestled on the south side of the Corus building, Against The Grain delivers killer cocktails, unique beers, decadent menu options and breezy, west coast feel and decor. The patio is clean and upscale with plenty of tables by the water, while the interior is blessed by great natural light with cozy, comfortable booths and seats.
Chef Sera Antheunis has definitely crafted this menu Against The Grain to appeal to one's savoury, daring tastes. The charcuterie board with house-made beer bread is a great way for a group to whet their appetites, the house-made pulled pork tacos quite simply melt in your mouth, while her selection of unique salads (e.g. Glazed & Confused- w/ frambozen-glazed duck breast) present the customer with eclectic, tantalizing choices to make.
For the main course, I rolled the dice and tried the Beer Braised Short Rib Burger. Oh my stars it did not disappoint! It's best to cut it in half to keep it intact because it is piled high with a succulent grilled burger, blue cheese, bacon and the piece de resistance, actual braised short rib meat on top... YURM. Best burger I've had in years! Our party's only complaint was too much rosemary on the Dockside Pizza, but it was still quite delicious..
Don't be frightened away thinking the menu features only exotic flavour pairings-- ATG makes some of the best pub chicken wings I've ever tasted. (HINT: Tuesdays = 49cent wing night). They offer a deal of the day each day of the week that can get you some cheap beers and/or unique menu options not normally available on the menu (Saturday = BABY BACK RIB day).
I'm also very impressed by the mixology employed in ATG's cocktail list. They'll mix you a proper Sidecar for $12, as well as uber-fresh mojitos and margaritas, and they do not skimp out on the booze. The Against The Grain signature cocktail is my fave; nice and strong, whisky-based tastiness.
The staff and managers know their stuff and your experience is sure to be a positive one. It's very refreshing to see a great new menu like this one on Toronto's Waterfront. Viva the Urban Tavern!
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