I am not sure how I ended up here. I've been on a 2 week long dining out binge and I am starting to lose it a little or a lot actually. But then the reviews from fellow Yelpers drew me in because I am a sucker just like you who is reading this. =P
The evening was perfect; perfect weather and ambiance with the perfect company. This is a hipster place; rustic and earthy in their approach. From the vintage lighting, saucy ceiling tiles to the rustic barnboards and planters this place oozes the chills and relaxation. The patio is where you should be.
This place serves fusion tapas that I would coin as Canadiana cuisine; food the embraces our diversity. We had the sampler (it was a promo with a local brewery) which consists of potstickers, arancini and a pork creation with XO sauce and black garlic. The potstickers were divine and one of the best I've had with it's paper thin wrapper and that deliciously warm and soupy filling. The arancini was crispy on the outside all the while crumbly as you bit into it; great texture. Last but not least the pork was just fantastic. Juicy, salty, briney and strong hints black garlic; absolutely perfect! We also ordered the brussel sprouts which is one of my favourites. The sprouts are cooked perfectly tender with a slight crisp and that exterior that reminds me of seaweed; slightly shriveled and dry with a toasty finish on the palette. Then that creamy, savoury cheesy sauce sets in and just takes it over the top. Last but not least came the sticky buns. Moist, airy, warm, loaded with walnuts and topped with candied bacon. Then they take it to the stratosphere with that cream cheese anglaise. No need to describe the taste, this was sinfully good.
I would rank Rasa as one of the best tapas places I've been to just nipping at the tails of some of the best out in the West Coast and the Motor City area. Fantastic ambiance, good service and excellent food. This is a must!