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| - McSorley's, as most other reviews note, is a kitschy local pub. Most patrons are regulars. In the early evening there are usually many families with kids in for an affordable dinner out. Friday would be their most popular night- it is usually quite busy. TV's are everywhere & you can watch the sporting event of your choice (Leafs, Raptors, Jays & NFL football games are usually played with full sound). All the staff are friendly & helpful. Lots of beer on tap- probably a dozen or more varieties. Bottled beer is kept on ice- I particularly enjoy that. Free salted peanuts- throw your shells on the floor. As to the food- it is what it is. Since a change in ownership in 2016, the menu has changed several times, unfortunately for the worse, but you can still get acceptable pub grub. Wings are still grilled & are still good. Pizzas have also remained on the menu & they are also pretty good. On Fridays they have homemade curry (chicken, lamb & beef- rotated weekly)- it is excellent. Once a week (Monday or Tuesday- can't remember) they have "Burger Bar"- much, much better than their regular menu burger (why not just have burger bar every day & get rid of the "normal" burger???). Wrap sandwiches seem to remain popular, although I haven't tried them. There is also a steak night (decent for the price) & on Saturday they have Mexican night- tacos, fajitas, etc... In short, McSorley's serves decent/ average pub food. You shouldn't be going to a bar like this expecting gourmet food- you get basic pub fare, as it should be. As mentioned in a couple of previous reviews, McSorley's is like a second living room for local Leasiders. A place to watch the game & have a few pints with some wings if you're hungry. Five stars because it is what it is- a local sports bar/pub & service is excellent.
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