In my opinion, service was great. The hostess did an excellent job welcoming us and
informing the newbies about how the Beer Menu works and offered her recommendations without hesitation. The waitress was friendly & helpful but I would say that her service did dip a little after our initial drink + app order. She could have been more attentive, available and prompt in terms of bringing drinks + requested items.
Ambiance was excellent until the live band started playing. The music was absolutely too loud to hear each other :( On the plus side, the rock band was off the chainz! Trove's performance was outstanding and the crowd really enjoyed them. Apparently this location is just starting to offer live music on Thursday nights (around 8pm) so I hope they learn from this experience and lower the volume next time. I mean it was louder than most bars and clubs I've been to... some diners just left. Lesson learned, maybe.
Decor is gorgeous. Patrons dressed chic and quite easy on the eyes... was a little caught off guard lol. That's a good thing :) Glad I opted for that chic yet sexy blouse and not the sweater when I was choosing my outfit! Men looked hot but I noticed most of their eyes were fixated on the men at our table LOL. I was convinced this location was a favorite of the 'Sauga Gay/Bisexual community - which I have no qualms about! Just a word of advice - dress to impress :) Ladies were hot too which I certainly don't mind as well :)
If it weren't for the amazing food, I would have rated this experience a 3 star. Pretzel Calamari, Chicken Soup, Bier Markt Wings were really impressive and uniquely flavoured. The best apps I've had in a long time :)
I'm not a huge lover of beer but I do love Fruili and the Somersby Cider the Hostess recommended to me :) Would love to try the sweet & sour flight next visit :) OK there's too many smilie faces in this review - clearly, that's a good sign! The Bartender also did a fantastic job on my friend's Double Amaretto Sour - wow! That's my new drink! (smilie face omitted... trying to restrain myself here lol)
All in all, it was a memorable foodie AND music experience and I can't wait to return to this location & check out others. The summer patio I'd going to be fabulous! Cheers to losing my Bier Markt virginity!!