Because it's further east than I typically venture, I don't get here often. However, when I do, it's well worth the trip. Last time I hit here was a Saturday where local comic Dave Martin records the Corktown Radio podcast at the back. The back area is a secluded bar making it great for private functions, busy weekend spill-over, or in this case, recording a podcast.
The décor is definitely very pubby, but still with a strong sense of history in that this is one of the older taverns in the city. Add to this the raised stage at the front that will typically house tables of diners during the day, or jazz and blues players at night. One of the few jazz houses in the city? Nice.
My assumption that the food would be typical pub fare dissipated when I ordered lunch. Great Panini, fresh salad, flavourful and just chock full of awesomeness. I look forward to going back for another podcast, another lunch, and another few pints of dandy beer. See you Saturday.