Perhaps a case of style over substance, this venue stimulates the senses from the time you enter with a stylish outdoor courtyard, and trendy foyer. Exposed brick, and high ceilings create an impression of space accented with natural light from huge plate-glass windows. Many tables, that were quickly filled after the noon business lunch crowd descended.
The tables were appropriately spaced, and despite the noise level, a balance between "busy" and "chaotic" was achieved and a business lunch could be comfortably achieved.
The menu was good mixing popular lunch fare with some creative items; I had the lobster salad sandwich (average); the frites (good) came fresh-cut and seasoned with Parmesan. Dessert was a disappointment (cheesecake pie) as the pastry overwhelmed the cheesecake filling, and was a messy proposition at best.
Service was attentive up until the end, when we waited too long for the bill.
I would go back, but with so many great options in the King-Spadina area, it might be a while.
Reservations recommended.