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| - Everything that Ramanan said in his review of the Griffin is true. The unparalleled burger selection alone is worth the trip. Ever had peanut butter or caviar on a burger? Well, they do that too. When you multiply the options for burgers, toppings, and sides, there are literally hundreds of different meals to be had here.
I've been coming here ever since they opened, and the Griffin has always been one of my Bloor West faves. Even when they had their hiccoughs (whoever thought of putting two-foot stools on the second floor when it first opened must have been watching too many Lord of the Rings movies), I've been sympathetic. Besides, some things have improved: they used to overcook the burgers (so that they were a little dry to my liking), but they seem to have gotten the hang of it more recently. I've gotten some great service here over the years, but with the turnover in wait staff, your mileage may vary.
PS: Smithwick's fans beware! That beer used to be on tap, but due to popular apathy, they discontinued it. A Smithwick's-loving friend of mine will no longer go to the Griffin for that slight alone. The lesson? Order the good stuff, or it may not be around forever.
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