I met a friend here last night. It has kind of become our default He likes chain places and I like being accommodating. Plus the location works.
"Pub theme" is somewhat new to me. We did not really have this in Los Angeles. But we had Claim Jumpers, Chilis and countless other, heavily themed chain restaurants. I suppose if you have to have a theme--if your restaurants have to try and be something--"pub" works.
Along with pints, we ordered a platter of wings (BBQ and Cajun). Still hungry, we then put in an order for their take on poutine. All of it was fried and fine. Not the best I've had, not the worst. Wings are not something I'm an expert on--eating them as a meal is not nearly as popular where I grew up.
Service was indeed quite excellent.
Prices? They seemed a little above normal. But not having the best grasp on normal pub pricing, I'll write that any variation compared to a similar restaurant is minimal.
Atmosphere.... it has always struck me that up until about 7:30 or 8, this is practically a family restaurant. Husbands and wives bring their kids. From 9 onward it starts getting loud with a crowd of locals in their late 20s on up.
Recommended. It is central and near a subway, safe and predictable. Also, that wonderful LCBO is about a block away if you need to burn up some time before your date or friend shows up.