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Reviewed by Toronto Life
  • 169 Niagara St. (at Wellington St. W.) • View on map »
  • 416-703-4222
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Editorial Review

Gourmets love sommelier-owner Anton Potvin’s wine list (Ontario gems slipped in among fascinating global choices, a price scale of $40 to $135, all good value); they also relish chef Michael Caballo’s small seasonal menu of conscientiously sourced ingredients. Slow-braised pig’s foot is stuffed with shin meat, sliced and fried to just the right chewy consistency; tartly marinated cardoons balance the fat with edgy bitterness. Lightly smoked pickerel has the texture of sashimi and is paired ...

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    169 Niagara St. (at Wellington St. W.)
  • 416-703-4222

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