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| - The brews at this place have come a long way since I last visited a couple years ago. Tried a nice APA last night, then switched to their IPA. Was sad to hear the passionfruit infused beer had run out. Otherwise, they had an impressive selection of varied taps (all their own). Some sour beers, a lot of hop forward beers, a couple saisons, etc. Nice list overall.
Very nice interior, and a good room for live music as well. Lighting is appropriately dark in the music room, with a spotlight onstage which helps direct attention to the performers, and works to minimize chatter so you can focus on the bands. There was a dedicated sound person last night. Not sure if that's their own, or was brought in.
You will be served by lovely women that I imagine are semi-succesful aspiring actors, or working on their PhDs, or visiting from another country. There were no male staff working last night.
My main issue with this place is the price. Simply put, it's far too expensive. "Pints" come in a 16oz glass. I'm sorry, but that's not a pint, and never will be. If I'm drinking a five percent beer at eight bucks a glass, please pour me a proper serving (18-20oz). It's insulting. Several of the stronger beers were served in 12oz glasses. Enjoy your beer that lasts five minutes. Furthermore, their house white is ten bucks a glass. Help a brother out!
All in all, I appreciate the beer being made here, but it's not on the same level as Bellwoods (which it's clearly modelling after now). Adjust your prices accordingly to avoid alienating the neighbourhood. Otherwise, keep up the good work.
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