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| - Being a Richmond Hill local and growing up with Archibald's always within sight I feel a responsibility to protect its review rating against the negative nelly's who would disparage Richmond Hill's oldest and first pub (AHEM...Jen K...lol).
What makes a "good pub", well let's think about it as a group for a second...alright class have you had time to write down your answers, well allow me to read from the answer key and as we go through the list of MUST HAVE's, we'll grade my beloved Archie's against it.
1. Multiple televisions for sports and other viewing
- Archie's: CHECK! For a small pub there is no shortage of screens around, with the 2012/2013 NFL Football season kicking off last night it was actually nice to see a couple of boisterous fans getting into the game, cheering and screaming as the Giants took on the Cowboys. Yes they were loud but if you don't like people cheering for sports well then......
2. An Eclectic mix of Beers both on Tap and by the bottle
- Archie's: CHECK! This for me was a huge plus about this place, filled with amazing surprises. Who would have thought that my local spot would have Granville Island Pale Ale (a BC beer I had been searching to try) on tap! Not to mention a host of other ontario craft beers (steam whistle) and several international brands such as: Guinness, Caffrey's, Stiegl and others.
- PRO TIP: Order a bucket of 4 steamwhistle's and you get to keep the bucket ($16.50)
3. Pub Fare
- Archie's: CHECK! They have all the classics and don't pretend for a moment to be fine dining. Admittedly it was wing night and the Cajun wings were not so hot (I agree with Jen K here...and here only) but the Hot-Honey were as good as anywhere else that offers $5/lb wings. However, I ordered their Chicken Souvlaki with a Greek salad and it was delicious! Not to mention my salad came with an entire wedge of Feta Cheese (YA a WEDGE!!). Another one of our group ordered a BBQ chicken wrap and House Salad and had nothing but good things to say about it. One x-factor with their food was the presentation and care put into the plating of it. I've been to 'nicer' spots who took less care with the presentation of their entrees. A nice surprise!
4 Service
- Archie's: CHECK! Our server was friendly and attentive, even being on the more empty side of the pub (the other side was PACKED) she check on us regularly and always made sure our glasses were topped up and all our needs were met (18% tip for her). Plus she was pretty cute (and coming here before I know they hire great looking staff ;) )
5. Ambiance
- Archie's: CHECK! The true pub feel is achieved here with exposed wood beams above and around, a classic wood and brass bar and plenty of pool tables and beer neon beer signs adorning the wall. Yes a tad on the dim side in terms of lighting but honestly how would ugly people hook up at bars if it wasnt for alcohol and dim lighting? I say keep the lights down low Archie....keep them lights down low.
Pros'
- Free, unsecured Wifi and despite what others might say the speed is on par with any Starbucks, Second Cup or other free Wifi spot
- A patio...yes they have one and it has great seating. Patios are a rarity along Yonge in Richmond Hill and this one doesn't disappoint.
Cons'
- Something could be done about the couple of flies that kept bugging us at our table and the temperature where we were sitting was very warm (perhaps it was the heat of this area that was drawing the flies in). However, let's remember it IS SUMMER and flies do exist in THE SUMMER. You can't escape that, and with the high traffic moving in and out of this spot it's bound to happen
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So after comparing your answers with the PUB GOLD STANDARD, what do ya have? Exactly what you came in for, good reliable food, good brews, friendly staff and sweet old spot to become a regular and watch a game or two with friends.
Cheers Archibald's - here's to many more years in Richmond Hill :)
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