I decided to try this restaurant at 170 Spadina with the Groupon promotion. I had previously come to the restaurant two weeks prior during the CNE to find out the restaurant had temporarily closed. There was no notice of this closure on the website, with only a note posted on their front doors. This example of bad communication from the restaurant was seen again on my second visit.
On the second attempt after the kitchen renovations were completed, I phoned in at 10 am to confirm the restaurant's hours as the website and Facebook page posted conflicting business hours.The hostess confirmed that the restaurant would be open however when I asked for clarification for the opening time, a response of "I don't know, maybe in 2 minutes or 30 minutes" was given. How can the staff not know when the restaurant is scheduled to open?
Fortunately, the restaurant was open upon arrival. I ordered the breakfast platter included in the Groupon deal which included a juice or coffee. They had ran out orange juice which was unexpected for a brunch restaurant.
The breakfast platter consisting of maple bacon, peameal bacon, fries, eggs and toast was actually quite nice.The portions were fair for a good value. Service was prompt and friendly.
The place is worth a try for a unique dining experience if you love bacon. The rating has been adjusted accordingly to account for the prior miscommunication on the restaurant's part . For all the troubles experienced, I would not return.