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| - I admit I was a little wary about Amsterdam from some of the reviews, but the closeness to Rogers Centre, the menu, and just trying some new beers convinced me to check it out with my brother when were were up here for a baseball game. I am really glad we did.
I made reservations with OpenTable for when they opened on a Saturday, and even though I probably could have gotten a seat without them, we had a prime back corner near the water table waiting for us. There is a some construction and while it seems like the patio wasn't going to be opened, it eventually was. I was just fine inside. I enjoyed the comfortable chairs! The bar was very spacious and it seemed like a good stop if you weren't looking for a full meal.
Our waiter Shawn made the meal. After seeing us wearing "enemy" team apparel, he was super friendly and we talked some baseball as he was at the series opener the night before. I was disappointed that about 4 of the beers, mainly the IPAs that I wanted to try, were out, but Shawn recommended some others. He got our order in super fast and we had no worries getting over to Rogers Centre before the game. Took a little time to get our 2nd round of beers, but nothing major.
My brother enjoyed two Downtown Browns, while I went for the 416 and the Raspberry Wheat. All were good, great for easy drinking, and affordable!
My brother and I were both stuck between the two same items, the Ontario Brisket Sandwich and the Open Face Steak Sandwich, so we ordered both and then split them. Both were very good. Not huge meals, but made from quality ingredients. Steak was cooked well, but seemed to get cold really fast. I am not sure what the cheese on top was (goat cheese?), but it was a nice compliment to the onions and mushrooms. I think we both liked the Brisket sandwich the best. It melts in your mouth. Both the fries/sweet potato fries were a good sizes portion and fresh cut.
I will recommend to others coming to Toronto for a good, easy, casual stop! Thanks again to Shawn our waiter for the extra prompt and friendly service!
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