. "0"^^ . "After visiting the downstairs Fish and Oyster house a few days earlier, I wanted to try the \"The Chase\" upstairs to compare / contrast experiences. The verdict is in - I prefer the Chase upstairs with better service, beautiful decor and broader selection of food options.\n\nGood:\n\n- Spectacular service. Everything was outstanding - the coat check, greeting hostess, the servers and all other table staff. Our server was just perfect - explained the menu, made suggestions and asked what we liked / didn't like about our experience. \n\n- The restaurant is beautiful, surrounded by large windows (unfortunately a view of construction at this time), huge chandeliers, comfortable leather seating with a mix of table options. Perfect for a quiet date or even a large group. \n\n- If your two, I suggest asking for a window seat so you get away from the larger crowds / tables in the middle of the restaurant. Nice and quiet.\n\n- Cocktail selections are very good.They do amazing things to a simple Vodka Cranberry. A few, but decent beer selections (Blanche du Chambly). As you would expect, a huge wine offering.\n\n- Appetizers - Can't go wrong with the Oysters, usually 2-3 options / night. Like downstairs, the Octopus is a standout - but no Olive puree upstairs.\n\n- You get a free pineapple / apple butter bread loaf as a starter - this is incredibly good. \n\n- Sides - We had the Gnocchi with carrots & mushrooms (about 6 pieces) and Brussels sprouts. Loved the sprouts, served huge chunks of lean bacon and sour cream. Gnocchi was good but the portion was rather small.\n\n- Loved the Venison, Foie Gras and Parsnip entree. Venison cooked perfectly medium rare - so good. Venison is quickly becoming a fav. of mine.\n\n- Deep Sea Bass was also cooked just right but a little small for the $50 price tag. Served on a bed of cabbage. A simple dish but great flavour.\n\n- My choice for Dessert was an Apple Cheesecake ice cream sunday - OK but didn't blow me away.\n\nNot Good... some minor things\n\n- Not enough washrooms given the size of the restaurant. I had to wait a bit on my visit.\n\n- Some options felt a little overpriced. \n\nI will return again at some point. Give it a try...\n\nBK"^^ . "2013-12-20T00:00:00"^^ . . "4"^^ . "3"^^ . "3"^^ . .