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This restaurant looks more like a country club or a golf club house just south of Yonge and York Mills. I was in the mood for a good steak house in the Willowdale area and this seemed like the best choice. So glad that I went.
The entrance is in the back and it has a HUGE parking lot. This is one of the better neighborhoods in Toronto and the buildings and houses in the vicinity reflect that.
I guess the restaurant also shares that with the demographic in the area- as the furniture and ambiance were excellent. The host greeted us, offered us our table and also insisted in taking our jackets to the coat room. She left a number tag in order for us to pick them up when we are done. Service! made us feel as distinguished and privileged as I possibly could in my Blue jays jersey and snap-back on. Balling!
The menu was interesting- like high end pub fare- maybe that's the difference between a pub and a tavern? Im making it up. I will google it:
"The distinction of a tavern from an inn, bar or pub varies by location, in some places being identical and in others being distinguished by traditions or by legal license. In Renaissance England, a tavern was distinguished from a public ale house by dint of being run as a private enterprise, where drinkers were "guests" rather than members of the public"
Ok- now we learnt something. or you skipped that part. Who cares. How was the steak you ask???
Smooth like butter- my steak knife danced thru the tender meat like a figure skater setting up for a triple axle. It was the perfect texture in my mouth and the Chimucchura (chutney like) complimented the meat perfectly. The lobster was amazing as well. It is definitely worth the $10.50 to add on.
I also tried the Seafood Platter Salad. Must try!!! As you get to try a lot of their seafood dishes/apps in one order. The crab cake and ahi tuna was phenomenal.
Overall- really enjoyed my stay. They also had Hey Day beer on tap. Which tasted super great to accompany my meal.
Great Establishment- worth the money if you feel like spoiling yourself.