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| - One should keep in mind that when they go to the Upper Deck, they should not lump it in with the quality of the lower level. I found that comparably my experience was not as exceptional with the Upper Deck. Unlike the lower level, where one can dine on all-day breakfast items, the Upper Deck serves more contemporary American fare. You have the option of having poutine, tacos, fries, chicken wings, and other items that complement alcoholic beverages. We went on a Thursday during Happy Hour, so several beverages were discounted to $5 per drink. If you're a beer person, most of the draft beers are part of the Happy Hour deal, with the exception of the cider. If you're into mixed drinks, you are somewhat limited, unfortunately. You get the basics like gin and tonic, one tequila shot, etc. I had the gin and tonic, a concoction that has become my new personal favourite after a co-worker introduced it to me at a low key Chinatown bar. To my dismay, I felt that there was far more tonic than on average, so it tasted like regular soda with an undertone of lime and alcohol. It was still refreshing, but it could have been so much more.
We also tried the poutine, tacos, and the $7 deal of 1lb chicken wings. Everything was nothing short of average, so I would not see the benefit of coming here for the food either. Price to portion-wise, the Happy Hour deals pale in comparison to what you could get in North York at the fried chicken joints, like Cheers outside Finch Station.
However, I believe that one notable property of this floor is the decor. It mixes retro with the modern, topping it all off with a snazzy light-up design of Marilyn Monroe above black-red couches. If you're a fan of Fran's for the lower floor (like me), it's worth a try to come up here for some drinks with friends.
In regards to its suitability for dates, it's a good choice, but maybe not for the first date.
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