Ok, I'm a NYC foodie and generally dont write reviews, but last night went to Gabardine for 5th time and I REALLY want to like this place...but every time a leave a bit disappointed. The food is good, solid food, done well although last night my chicken pot pie was "mushy". Good attentive service and very helpful. The place has a cool vibe.
BUT sometimes you need to control your patrons. The woman sitting next to me at the bar, never put her phone down, talking loudly, had her crap spread all over the bar. Totally self absorbed and obnoxious. After an hour, ask her to take it outside and sit in the cold. Even if she can't, let the rest of us enjoy the place.
Oh, one more thing....youre in Toronto, it gets cold here, fix your door, it's freezing inside.