It's true what others say--that this is a live music venue first. But it's such a warm and homey place for such an eclectic bunch of musicians that you don't mind the food being...well, more ordinary than you'd like in a city with as many restaurants as Toronto has. In my short time in the city I've come for jazz and folk CD releases for friends, tributes to the greats shared by 6 or 7 excellent performers, and some greats themselves--Jesse Winchester, J.P. Cormier, Connie Kaldor, among them. The wait staff I've encountered have always been stretched but affable as they skate their way around close tables balancing drinks and food. As far as said food goes, order the hot, yummy mussels and frites ($14 + $3) and one of their many beers on tap and you have a perfectly decent meal while you listen to terrific music. Get on their mailing list to know ahead of time who not to miss.