After a summer spent cutting back on dairy, meat and carbs, it was time to chase the gastro dragon!
The original intention was to hit the stockyards BBQ joint to see what the hype was about. But after a depressing tar scented trek across St Clair W on a humid day we were told they only had burgers and hot dogs available.... move along boys. So we hit the Queen And Beaver.
First thing you notice is the gorgeous interior. When being seated on the main floor, the second thing you notice is the glut of well dressed after work patrons. You notice this because you are sweaty and clad in H&M jeans and a faded polo tee.
But service was amazing. The cask conditioned ale was excellent. I would have to give more props to the Ceili Cottage because their choices were more exciting, but still.
Back to that relapse... the pork scratchings were amazing. The way bar food should be. Imagine someone made extra thick / extra crispy bacon bits and salted them AND they melted in your mouth. Heaven.
The hand chopped burger with stilton AND more bacon was divine. My sodium intake just went through the roof.
Great place for a drink downtown or if you have visitors.