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The space is very New York. But a word about the Electric Circus history because are you as confused as I am about it? From my knowledge: EC was a club held at the CB location before it was the show held at Much Music HQ so the ode is to the club not the show. I could be wrong but I don't think the show was ever held here. Also: does anyone else miss Monica Deol? Ah, the good ol' days. Anyways, I love the booths, I love the Electric sign and I love the high ceilings. It's a cool space and who knew about the location? One of those places you'd always walk by but would never know about (but now you do). Great for groups and of course, dates but it's always busy here on the weekends so pick a weekday my friends. It is a really nice downtown option and the Queen/Yonge/Church area needed this. PS Service was great!
WE ATE/DRANK
I'm not going to go into in-depth detail. My yelp comrades seem to have done so already. Here's what was a hit and a miss.
HITS (in no order)
*means we LOVED it.
*Cabrito Papusa - yes, yes yes! Loved the flavours in this. BUT the portions are tiny. Still...really great.
Scallops - you get two scallops. Overpriced for what it is but cooked perfectly.
*Banana Toffee Cream Pie - gat damn! BUT easy on the whipped cream, chef.
*Hot Mess - a great name for a not so great looking side but oh so good. Great combination of flavours in the sweet potato, brisket and crema. I ate this UP! Again, very pricey for a side at $11 but I did love it and the portion size does it justice.
**Octopus and Lobster Gumbo - AWW YEAH! The star dish of the night. The flavours, the texture, the lots of sauce on the plate, I wanted to lick the plate but reluctantly refrained. I won't say no to chorizo with the right sauce. Round of applause.
IT COULD GO EITHER WAY
Jerk Cornish Hen - Was well cooked and juicy but I think I would have liked to have more flavour from the mango and papaya salsa. I feel like this is something I could make at home so I'd try something else next time.
The Carbon Chocolate Bar - it's a tiny portion size. Delicious but tiny so I'd split a more appropriate sized portion and skip this but if you want a quick chocolate fix and are stuffed from your meal, get it.
MISSES
The Margharita - I'm a fan of classics and I didn't like the sweetness the orange bitters brought to this version. Sorry.
Hamachi - I remember it being a bit acidic. Dining companion felt it lacked flavour. So up to you. At least the appropriate portion size is there to share. This one was recommended by our waiter as well.
OBLIGATORY CATCHY REMARK
The owners of Nota Bene always hit the right mark with great food and atmosphere. I like that this one is more casual and vibrant than Nota Bene but it is overpriced for the portions you're getting (if you didn't get the theme through my review). That said, for a splurge, hopefully, I've led you in the right direction for what I would choose here. It's more a upscale version of the down-home American BBQ experience.
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