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I'll try to get a photo so that folks know what theyre looking for. Even though I knew I was going to the corner of Yville and Hazleton, it took me a few minutes to find the Oxley because there is no sign at street level, just a lovely patio. Rather, the name of the establishment is displayed prominently around second-floor level of the bright maroon building. Lets call that a blonde moment on my part.
We were in for a few pints and the staff were friendly and knowledgeable and had us lined up with drinks pretty quickly. I like to think of myself as a fairly accomplished alcohol enthusiast, but there was only one beer on their draught list that I'd heard of. I like that, especially in a neighbourhood that collectively might be the biggest tourist trap in the country. +10 points. As I'd already eaten, I did not have a main there but split a couple cheese-and-things-melted-on-rye-type creations later in the evening and they were delicious. Prices are on par with the neighbourhood, so plan on $10+ drinks, and so forth. I skimmed the menu can can see that everything has been carefully selected by someone with discerning tastes. Foodie friends who have quickly become regulars are raving about the dishes they've tried, and I take their word on it.
The ambiance is lovely. Its a quiet, intimate sort of space with wood and antiquey looking things that might have lived in my great aunt's sitting room. I think I even saw a 10-person wooden dining room table with high-backed chairs towards the back of the place. Theres just something terribly inviting about the entire space. As mentioned, there is a patio in the front, where patrons can nosh and people-watch in the sunshine. I'm told the back patio is also open, though have not explored yet.
A great addition to the neighbourhood, and quickly becoming a favorite haunt. I imagine I'll edit this to 5 stars once I've explored more of the menu.
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