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| - My main man @Vivek S. reviewed this place, so when a friend suggested we meet here for after work drinks I was all over it. And man, I was not disappointed,
It's a strange location in many ways - across from the humdrum of Bay just below Queen. It seems like a more likely location for a Subway Sandwiches than home to wheelers and dealers. The decor is fantastic. A warm, neoclassic look. The waiters are all very friendly and well versed in the food and drink. And that food and drink? Fantastic.
To start we had a plate of olives - which were oddly warm (on purpose) - but still delicious. We had a pint and talked at the bar which is a fantastic spot to look over the other 12 or 15 tables and watch the kitchen work away in the back. My friend ordered the club which he had with salad (IDIOT!) and which was satisfying. The chicken was moist and the bacon well-cooked. The salad had a nice vinaigrette which he enthused about. But all his words were wind compared to my burger. HOT DAMN that's a fine burger! Perhaps the best I've had in the city? Could be... So juicy, yet the fresh bun had the structural integrity to hold together. Slathered in cheese and bacon this was an absolute delight. Words are failing me - I wish I just had a GIFF of Homer drooling over the Gummy Venus De Milo. Oh, and the fries? Amazing too.
I picked up the bill - whoops - and the damage was a bit steep. This IS Bay Street after all, and I suspect that Gab's takes advantage of lots of folks throwing down expense account cards. So it's a bit steep for us mere mortals, but still pretty worth it. The burger was one of those things I want to ask for for my birthday. That, the great atmosphere and genial attitude of staff makes it a no-brainer for lunches of any kind; classy, friendly, whatever.
All in all a great place - heavily recommended.
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