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| - Beer seems to be well adored in the city of toronto. It is so versitile, and at Beer Bistro, it has taken a classier face similar to the reputation of wine. I was overwhelmed by the restaurant's beer list which was an entire booklet with hundreds of beer choices --it was definitely hard to choose just one!
Luckily, their food menu had suggested pairings. The menu was quite limited, but for each dish there is a suggested taste category of beer that you should order with it. I found the categories pretty helpful because that way I can try a new beer but still ensure that it will have characteristics that I like. I actually wanted to try the fruity beer that they had on tap, but it was out of stock that night! I guess on the bright side it means there are no worries of low turnover and getting the bottom of an old keg!
One thing I do want to point out is that this place is really loud. First sitting down, I couldn't come to terms with the sounds of utensils coming from the wide open kitchen at the back. Its so open that you can actually see it and the chefs cooking! Couple that with the amplifying effect of conversation from all different tables, and it got pretty busy! I got used to it after a while and proceeded with my meal.
Beer Sampler ($6.00) -- The sampler gives you an option of 3 beers. A good option if you don't have a go-to favourite brew!
"Belgian Frites" ($6.00) -Fries blanched in beef and duck fat, house-made mayonnaise; smoked tomato ketchup. Yes people, these fries actually taste as good as they sound in the description. They went great with the homemade smokey (almost barbeque tasting) ketchup and even better with the beers that we ordered. A must try!
"Lobster Quesadilla" ($18.50) - was not a huge fan of this. Too little lobster, half the time I felt like I was eating a veggie quesadilla!
Belgian White Mussels ($16.95) -- These mussels are to die for! The sauce was a white wine base with the addition of garlic, cream and lemon. Simple, but it was the perfect amount of richness and acidity to bring out the natural freshness of the clams. Don't forget to use the table bread to soak up all that white wine sauce!
"Rocky Road Ice Cream Sandwiches" ($8.50) - If there is one thing that you have to order from Beer Bistro (aside from beer of course), its the ice cream. These ice cream sandwiches are served with beer flavoured ice cream and fresh baked cookies. The ice cream was so good! It has a distinctive beer flavour to it, but not too much that it would be revolting. Definitely would consider ordering the ice cream on its own next time.
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