Bryden's is a unique neighbourhood pub that's hard to describe. It's not a pub like Duke of "Insert Generic Name Here"; it doesn't have big shiny booths and a fancy long bar or waitresses in mini-skirts. It's small; has assorted seating (couch, wooden chairs, a few cushioned, wing chairs and a small outdoor patio). They have a good menu of appetizers and main courses (from healthy choices to more pub type fare) and they absolutely have the best nachos I've had in Toronto (Axis nearby is a close second). It seems to have a loyal clientele coming in regularly from the Bloor/Jane neighbourhood. I was here twice this week alone and had nachos both times (if it wasn't so good I'd get other things). You can seat yourself and the lone waitress is surprisingly efficient at managing the outdoor and indoor diners on her own and keeping track of orders and getting your drinks really fast. Monday and Tuesday nights have amazing deals on pitchers of beer (Mon) and $6 apps including the nachos (Mon and Tues). There's a movie theatre right across the street which could make for the ultimate frugal date combination ($7 movies Tues night). I look forward to going back mid-month.