Bathurst Local

Update: It's been a while since I updated my review from last time which was during covid. In 2024, this is still one my favorite bar, amazing hot dogs, bottle selection and an ambience you don't want to miss. I highly recommend trying one of their karaoke room too! ---- Minus the fact that this place isn't located in a really cool spot (some people might be turned off by all the homeless shelters around), their selection is really unique! The place has character, the owner is upbeat and very friendly, I still enjoy coming for drinks everytime and I can't wait for us to be able to enjoy the inside bar! The prices are also really good for the bottles, I really recommend checking this place out, it's so worth it!

Used to go to this spot all the time pre-pandemic, and when I stopped in once businesses re-opened I was surprised to see the drink ordering system was via QR code, and you had to re-enter your payment info every time. It actually made for a really awkward date having to fumble through the online interface and figure it out. It seems they still have this ordering method, which is why I don’t go anymore despite the fun vibe / aesthetic. I noticed quite a few other reviews complaining about this, so hopefully the amazing management there realizes that the energy was way more fun when you had to pick up your drink yourself and mingle, and it never seemed to be a problem in terms of crowding. Feels almost overly futuristic and disconnected to order drinks through what feels like a shopify interface where you can’t customize your tip amount. Weird.

I've been coming here for years and it's my go to date spot. The place has the cutest back rooms with nice atmosphere/creative seating (couches, loungers, nooks and crannies). You order via QR code (and pay on your phone so when you're done there is no waiting around for the bill to come). The drinks also come *so* fast after you put the orders in. Overall very reasonable prices for wine bottles, with good/interesting selection. The owner/manager (Glenn, I think?) is a total sweetheart. The Karaoke events here do mean that if you're coming here as a regular bar patron, occasionally there is some noise and sometimes the place gets crowded and not all of the rooms are available for bar seating/the remaining seating in the back is taken up. Something to keep in mind and probably a good idea to call ahead if you have a bigger group and/or want to make sure to get a seat in the back.

Cool karaoke rooms at a unique venue, with quick service. You order the drinks from a QR code in the room and they're delivered to you so you never need to miss a song. They also have non-alcoholic options.

Favourite spot of some wine and karaoke :) love the owners and their newsletters!