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Working Dog Saloon
Category: Nightlife Bars Sports Bars Sports Bars [Edit]
3676 St Clair Ave EToronto, ON M1M 1T2
Neighbourhood: Scarborough
(647) 347-2339
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Music:
- DJ, Background
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Thu, Sat
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- Yes
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- Yes
7 reviews for Working Dog Saloon
7 reviews in English
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Review from Lindsay C.
Cherry Valley, ON
4/30/2012
I stumbled across this gem yesterday. We were driving by and the exterior looked interesting so we decided to stop in for lunch. The decor inside is awesome, it's rustic yet modern, and very clean and comfortable. It was a nice day so we walked through to the patio, which is huge and awesome, complete with a giant outdoor fireplace and flat screen TV for sports.
The server was super nice, very welcoming and helpful, we later learned that she was the owner. I couldn't decide what to order, so she helped me pick and I wasn't disappointed. The club sandwich on warm foccacia bread was to die for, and the house brew Dogger Lager complemented it perfectly.
Another great thing about this place is that a portion of your pint goes towards dog rescue. They host a walk for dog rescue every year and have are big supporters of the rescue community in general.
As a newcomer to Scarborough, I was really happy to find a joint that wasn't a chain. I'll definitely be back! -
Review from Yvonne T.
4/9/2012 1 Check-in Here
Finally, a place I can go to other than Jack Astor's in Scarborough! Working Dog Saloon is located in unassuming plaza in Scarborough. The interior decor reminds you somewhat of a hunting lodge, with a fireplace, wooded walls and high ceilings. You will see various photos of Siberian Huskies all around, and one monogrammed above the fireplace.
I strolled in on a Saturday night with a Groupon in hand. $20 for a 4-person meal including 2 appetizers, 2 fries and 2lbs. of wings. Just as a point of reference, fries (sweet potato or regular) are $5.99 and 2 lbs. of wings are $20.99. Appetizers range from $4.99 - $16.99.
I try to reduce my carbon footprint as much as possible, so I usually don't print my Groupons and the vendors just scan it off my iPhone screen.
There were 2 servers tonight. One of them looked like he had just rolled out of bed, and seemed half asleep most of the night, and he was very "out of the loop" as he had just returned to work after having taken 1 month off. So with that said, the service was pretty slow, and he was pretty unhelpful. He definitely wasn't "working his ass off like a dog." Considering the place was not that busy, it took him substantial time to come and take our orders, to deliver our orders, and awhile to tell us that they didn't have the Short Ribs appetizer we wanted. So with that said, the substitute appetizer came after our mains, which was not a big deal since we were eating pub grub, but if this were a sit-down restaurant, it might've been weird.
The food itself was pretty amazing. The wings come in two styles. The saucy way, or you can have them grilled at the end if you like them crispier. I've never had that option presented to me before - so I learned something new. Luckily, we were able to mix and match the flavours so we got 1lb. of medium and 1lb. of Jerk. The wings were quite large, and very saucy.
The sweet potato fries were tastier than the old-fashioned variety, but neither of the fries were crispy. The sweet tater fries were made home-style and thick cut. I thought that the horseradish aioli that came with the regular tater fries was a weird combination and not at all tasty. Rest assured, I doused it with plenty of ketchup!
The nachos here are definitely recommended as they don't give you nacho chips out of a Tostitos bag. The chips they use here are mighty good, and packed full of flavour. Topped with jalapenos, cheese, roasted red peppers, and onions - this platter is huge (and goes great with beer).
Verdict:
It is also worth mentioning that they have two flat screens that play the sports-du-jour.
I will definitely be coming here if only to try their signature dessert - Yellow Snow. I know... what would mom say?Listed in: Scarberia
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Review from Alison M.
Scarborough, ON
4/21/2012 1 Check-in Here
Friday is fish and chip special. Of course had fish and house salad which did not stress the waiter. Fish deep fried in awesome beer batter and salad was colorful and creative with balsamic dressing. Definitely I will visit again!
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Review from Joanne W.
7/20/2011
It was my friend's birthday on a Saturday and we were trying to find a location where it was close to the Bluffs that served alcohol. I was in charge of finding the place, so I just typed in "bars" near "Scarborough Bluffs" and voila! This is the place we found.
We had reservations for 15 people, and they kindly placed us outside on the patio. The patio was huge and it was such a great sunny evening.
All of us ordered different things. I shared with a few friends the Dogger Lager - a great smooth beer that they specifically have at the Working Dog. I shared with two of my friends the "Dog Team Platter" considering that we had a lot of food prior to that. I would have to say that the Guiness onion rings were the best on the dishes.
Service was great as well! Our waiter was friendly and joked around with us a lot. I also asked for a cake/pie for my friend since it was her birthday. When I went to go pay for it, he told me that he already paid for it since it was her birthday. Such a nice guy!
If I were to venture to the Bluffs area ever again, I would definitely come here for a beer. -
Review from Katherine S.
North York, ON
12/19/2011
We ended up here after we couldn't find a Thai restaurant. Worked out really well. It was a Friday at lunch, so we got their fish and chip special. It took quite awhile to bring them all out, but basically all of us ordered it, so that may have been the reason. The meal ended up being very well priced (cheaper than what was listed on their website. Not sure if that's because it was lunch, or because it's just cheaper than what they have listed). Food was good and the portions were large. The waiter was very pleasant the the pub itself had a good atmosphere. If I'm in the area again and need to eat, I would totally go again (even though it's bordering on a pretty sketchy area).
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Review from Skye W.
12/29/2010
This place is so cute and definitely a surprise for me. I've been living in this area for over 10 years and I'm pretty sure this is quite new. My family said a while back, Working Dog went around the neighborhood to hand deliver soup as a marketing campaign. How adorable? Now, they don't do that in the US. :)
Came here for lunch and it was 1/3 full, there was only one guy at the bar and waiting on people. He was really nice albeit a tad slow, not a big deal. I got the hungry dog burger with fries and unfortunately no beer, although I've heard good things. The burger was nice, but what I enjoyed the most was the decor. Huge huskie on the wall and very woodsy and warm.
The menu isn't too expansive, pretty much just bar food. Still this place is definitely very "cool" for scarberia. I also read that this place is very good for brunch.Listed in: T to the O dot
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Review from WaYnE c.
Maple, ON
9/16/2010 7 photos
Working Dog Saloon is a nice addition in this neighbourhood and Scarborough in general. The theme is of a Saloon of that wooden plank decor with some spot lighting. As well their primary theme is the Dog, in this case is a Siberian Husky which I personally think are really cool.
There's even a "Walk 4 Rescue" event(Check Website) they planned for September 26th to support a few Dog related organizations(+0.5 Star). The staff(Gille, +0.5 Star) there at this lunch time was so good that I didn't even mind that no ladies were serving me at a Saloon.
The Menu is of routine Sport Pub/Bar fare with a bit of twist with the item names such as Dirty Dog Poutine, Husky Burger. The daily specials are written on the blackboard as I walked in and lots of Alcohol(Beer, Wine) choices to choose from and they have their own brand.
Daily Special Mushroom Soup with Chicken & Roasted Pepper($6.99) was as the server said a generous portion with chunks of White Meat, Julienne Peppers and chunks of King Mushrooms. I'll give it an A-OK for portion and substance but flavour wasn't completely to my taste.
Wings(10/$11.95) have a handful of spiciness level sauce choices but what was nice is that for those that don't like it too saucy on their Jumbo Wings, I was even offered for them to be grilled slightly which I took the offer with a Thank You. It came served on a Silver Dog Dish which was a nice touch. A-OK
Fyi, Sunday & Monday Half Price Wings for Dine-in. Got a re-fill of my Coke without asking but as a side note, it was a quiet afternoon during this time where most people are working like a Dog.Listed in: Wingin' It
