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Our group came here after realizing that the 15-20 empty tables at C'est What across the street all had 'reserve' signs on them at ~12am! More on that later...
To start off, we were only able to order fryer food because the cook was about to leave and didn't want to start anything that took time to prepare. This is fine I guess. From what we could order, the calamari were above average, but on the other hand, the sweet potato fries were some of the worst I've ever had (not to mention this is the first place I have seen them being served with sour cream on the side)!
So far an average of about 3*, but where they lose another is the service. The waiter who was in charge of our group, aside from being sparse (i.e. sitting at other tables and chatting or smoking outside), had a smart-ass attitude that no one in our group exactly appreciated. Maybe this bar has regular patrons who selectively get the buddy-buddy reception, or maybe they thought we were some Friday night tourists who happened to stumble in, but it did not seem like they cared for our business. To extend this to the actual barkeep, it was funny to see BIjan ordering a simple cocktail with rum, mint, and lime, and being met with the response that 'he's in a pub, and they pretty much just serve beer'. Needless to say I was totally baffled by this, especially since they have a full liquor selection (as with any bar!), and a 'bartender'.
On a totally different note, the WC is located pretty much in a different building and I'd hate to make the trip there if I were under the influence!
That being said, there are a few positives notes about Jason George. To my liking, they serve Blanche de Chambly, and the prices are great for the area. Decent place to go for a quick pint, but Toronto can do better.
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