Editorial Reviews
"Don't leave without a nice long stay at the bar" of this "unpretentious" Gastowner dispensing "divine" "cocktails made with skill" in a turn-of-the-century space with an "old-time feel"; "affordable" Eclectic eats like burgers "please" most.
by zagat
on January 13, 2014 from zagat
Co-founder Jay Jones crafted a bar-forward space reflecting his passion for old-fashioned things (including drinks), and Chef Chris Irving's menu reads like snapshots in a gastronomic keepsake album. Sentimental faves (all available until closing) include far-from-ordinary grilled cheese and tomato soup, gourmet pork and beans, beef brisket and foil-wrapped campfire trout. Lighter,...
by blackbookmag
on June 01, 2011 from blackbookmag
Hotly anticipated Gastown watering hole from first-time owner/bartender Jay Jones celebrates the simple pleasures of food and drink. Located just east of the steam clock, this heritage space (formerly Flux Bistro) retains a turn-of-the-century charm. Deep booths sink into crushed velvet wallpaper while marbled pillars, ribbon mahogany, and white linen softens the exposed brick and cedar beam...
by vanmag
on September 30, 2009 from vanmag
Information from the business
A century ago, North American cuisine wasn't quite as fancy as today, but full of simple purpose: flavours you craved that left you satisfied. We look to create that feeling and sense of place. Making food that fills the room with mouth-watering aromas, and savoury tastes that are unabashed. We want to share our infatuation with food - serving dishes that smack of home, and made with hearty...
by opentable
on June 12, 2012 from opentable