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So I have been to Spirithouse on numerous occasions - opening week included - and feel like it's time to add my two cents.
First off the drinks - amazing. If you are the type of person who loves super syrupy, econo sized bevys with trashy names from your local chain bar then this is not the place for you.
The drinks while on the pricey side are handcrafted and delicious, but as with all things quality, take time to make (they don't after all muddle themselves). If you're super impatient and would rather drink some shameful corn syrup laden concoction that can be hand pumped out of a plastic jug and served to you faster than Usain Bolt, then this is not the place for you.
The staff is very friendly and accommodating - despite what the other reviews say I have never had a bad experience, the manager has always checked in to make sure everything was up to snuff and when it isn't he has made it right. Sure sometimes the bartenders can be a bit cheeky, but it's all in good fun. If you'd rather a server stare through your soul with dead eyes and a maniacal grin, pretending to care about how your day is going while flaunting their 37 pieces of flair - then this is not the place for you.
The nibbles are tasty, not mind blowing, but pretty good. Again the name of the establishment is Spirithouse, NOT Appiehouse so why don't we cut them a little slack already. Variety is good,they actually have veggie items aside from the droll salad plate, and heck if you can't find something on the menu you like then maybe you should go home and make yourself a hot pocket and cry yourself to sleep. This is clearly not the place for you.
The vibe itself is relaxed, dark and moody - I'll be the first one to say that if it's gorgeous and sunny outside and you're craving a patio then this is not the place for you. Being a subterranean establishment w/o a patio is a bit of a drawback, but given that this is Toronto and the Summer is like literally gone in the blink of an eye it's no biggie. In fact I think the space is quite cozy and will be quite popular during the chillier seasons. But if you're looking for your standard overcrowded, testosterone and floozy laden meat market - this is not the place for you.
In a nutshell, if you are more of a boozie than a foodie, can appreciate a good cocktail and a more refined drinking experience and don't have the patience of a 5 year old on Christmas morning, it's very likely this place is for you. If you aren't, that's fine, stay home and enjoy your hot pocket washed down with your skinny girl margarita.
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