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| - My wife and I have been going to the Pump since opening day. It offers everything we look for in a local pub... a long bar with ample seating, a garage door that opens to Bloor street when the weather is nice and lots of tv's situated over-head so there isn't a bad view to watch the game.
A bar can have all of these geographical attributes going for it and still fail... unless it has the right staff, and the Pump has GREAT staff.... starting with their lead bartender and manager, Stu. Stu sets the bar for everyone else employed there.... quick witted, a great conversationalist and the ability to set the "right" tone.
You know how so many places are geared towards a certain age group so you either feel too old, too young or just out of place. Not here... The Pump successfully caters to every age group. My wife and I are in our early 40's, but are never the oldest or youngest in the bar.
It's a perfect place to start your night with a great steak, or pizza and finish it with midnight shooters (ask Stu to make you a "green tea" or "red headed slut").
Price wise, there are cheaper places on the Annex, but you'll get what you pay for. The food is better than your average pub and there are allot of draught selections (would like to see a few more local micro breweries thought) to chose from.
Whether you are a local who has yet to visit, or a tourist looking for a place that is comfortable and fun, The Pump is a great Annex option that I feel proud to call my local.
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