I was very eager to see this restaurant open up. Leaside lacks a decent pub - the only downside this neighbourhood has for me.
I've tried twice to go here. Both times I went alone and was told there would be a 25-minute wait in a way that made me feel less than welcome by the hostess. I would have been very happy at the bar, but the way in which I was told no made me not want to ask.
Also, this is going to be of use to few, the menu offers very few options for vegetarians. The only veggie-friendly main courses are a mushroom and flax burger or a pasta with vegetables. Sucks if you hate mushrooms and I don't opt for a tavern or pub to eat pasta...
Perhaps one day Leaside will get a fun and good pub like the Rebel House (even with its draconic seating policy) or the Caledonian. Not yet, though. Not yet.
I'm not fond of writing negative reviews because I realise that many people have worked very hard to open this restaurant, but there you have it. It's how I feel.