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| - Visited the restaurant on the holiday Monday (August 4, 2014) after seeing a movie at the Queensway. I'd never been before, while my dining companion (who'd suggested the place) was hailed by several people during our time there.
Even though I already knew beforehand that there would be A. Lot. Of Food, I ate a pumpernickel roll from the bread basket, then not only ordered the large smoked meat on rye (with coleslaw, fries, pickle), but was yearning for onion rings, something I haven't had for years. I demolished a "significant" quantity (very crispy and not greasy) before turning my attention to the sandwich. Not that I'd even consider trying to eat it like a sandwich. So I dug my fork into the meat in the middle, knowing I'd be taking most of it home. Loved the taste.
I am normally not a fan of coleslaw. It's usually just a pile of thick raw cabbage drenched in vinegar. However, I thought Peter's coleslaw was divine. The dressing was light and full of flavour. I asked our server how it was made. She didn't tell me exactly, but did say it contained milk and mayonnaise. I devoured it all!
The fries were the only detraction from my full enjoyment of the meal. Considering how precisely the onion rings had been cooked, I wished the fries had been crispier - because the insides were too soft and starchy. And I'm not a fan of full sour pickles (but that's more of a personal preference than criticism).
We'd been seated at a corner window table in what I'd call cushioned solarium armchairs. As I take my comfort seriously (and a bad chair can ruin a good meal), I was so pleased to see how relaxed I felt. Definitely necessary for digestion.
Finally, when it came to demolishing the leftovers (over two meals ... but I wasn't complaining), I found that the onion rings - though right out of the fridge - were still crispy and great-tasting. As was the meat and the thick slices of rye (which made me nostalgic for the good old days). The fries? Should have been reheated in an oven, but I just didn't feel like bothering.
I'd like to return to try items other than deli (and perhaps order onion rings and a smoked meat with extra coleslaw to go) but, as it's out of the way, don't know when I'll get the chance. Perhaps another holiday weekend?
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