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Cockktail lover's dream

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Like a lot of restaurants in town that comes with a sorta-high pricetag, Sidecar offers a very reasonable $22 prix fix menu that offers several appetizer and main course options, along with a chef’s choice of dessert.

However, the real reason to come in is the knowledgeable bar staff and great cocktail menu. The Sidecar is, after all, a classic cocktail that dates back to around WWI. Here, they update the brandy drink with a hint of tangerine – a very refreshing take on a timeless cocktail.

Updated versions of old faves is something they do really well at Sidecar (see: the Badass Mojito) but it’s also just about the only place in town that serves a pure and simple Pisco Sour. It’s actually on the menu and made in the traditional way, egg whites and all.

• Favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Pisco Sour
• Badass Mojito

Cocktail

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The new resto-lounge -- named after the cocktail -- has just opened in Little Italy. Owner/chef Bill Sweete (North 44, Bymark) has created a short menu and full cocktail list. Soups, salads, pastas and meat dishes are all on the Italian-influenced menu...

• Favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Cocktail

Mojito

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1 will make you giddy, two and you're under the table. Could it be the 151 proof rum? But seriously - super yummy mojito, perfectly muddled with a splash of raspberries

• Favourite thing(s) at this place:
• mojito

Live jazz place

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Cool jazz, great cocktails, no cover, and easy going....

• Favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Live Jazz place