Watusi
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416-533-1800
This Ossington strip homage to the early 1960s romanticizes the brooding, sleazy Mad Men vibe and offers retro cocktails that only a handful of 21st-century tipplers would order: the Singapore sling, for example. And yet the food—mostly small, international sharing plates—is surprisingly good. The miso-marinated black cod with cucumber pickle is delectable. The skin is a little soggy (a common problem with this dish at many restaurants), but the fish here is cooked perfectly. Tender threads of pulled pork are charmingly paired with crunchy wonton chips. Mushroom pizza with Asiago offers similarly intense flavours, but the pale crust could stand a little blistering and the promised artichoke topping is nowhere to be found. Desserts bring sesame crème brûlée that combines the taste and crunch of a Sesame Snap in a silky custard. Engaging, courteous servers deliver the bad news about the feeble wine list: half the already meagre by the glass selection is mystifyingly unavailable. Closed Sunday. Small plates $7–$26.
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Vegetarian: Yes
Bring your own bottle: Yes
Price Range: Dinner for $60 - $90
Editor's Star Rating: 1
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