I'm not really a fan of chain restaurants for the most part, but my colleagues wanted to come here. I did not have high expectations. At all. I can honestly say I was very pleasantly surprised.
The decor was pretty nice. Definitely a cleaner, newer, more attractive version of a classic pub. The waitstaff was very nice. Our server was super friendly and didn't blink an eye at a couple modifications my table made to our entrees.
The prices are a bit on the higher end for a pub. And the portions are a bit on the smaller side for a chain restaurant. This is good for those who don't want to come out feeling stuffed or those who prefer to order apps, entrees, and dessert. Not great, I suppose, for those who love to feel stuffed after one entree.
The food was good. I had the lamb shank (mmm, I love lamb) and it was yummy. Tender and flavourful and obviously cooked low and slow as all shanks should be.