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| - Jack Astor's patio is forever calling my name on any bright summer's day, so decided to drop by this location at the Shops on Don Mills. Parking is a little limited close to the main shops area, but there is a three level parking garage. I have to admit, I'm usually suspicious of any franchised restaurant, but I'm a fan of Jack Astor's. They have a fun and changing menu with some great hits. They also have a great, comfortable atmosphere.
The servers were quick and efficient, however the kitchen was not that day. Several tables around us were getting anxious for their meal, while we were just happy to be having beers outside on a beautiful day. Next thing we knew the manager was coming out with little mini margaritas for everyone to apologize for the wait. Beer and margaritas? Well done Jack. The margaritas were so good, that we asked for the recipe! Our meal came shorty afterwards and was quite delicious. I had the tortilla crunch burger. It had a nice balance of toppings with the guac, feta, tomatoes and tortilla chips all working together. I love guac on a burger and the tortilla chips added a really nice crunch to what would have otherwise been a mush on mush on mush. My dinnermate had the Montreal smoked meat sandwich, and it must have been good, because I only manage to wrestle some fries off of his plate.
J. Ast, you have done it again with your wonderfully cold drinks and reasonably priced foods. It was a great topper to an otherwise already sunny day.
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