Date: May 31, 2013
Meal: dinner and drinks
My thoughts:
I came here with girlfriend HF because we both had had a long week of work and needed to unwind at Yorkdale Mall - because what better way than with some booze, food and shopping, right, ladies? ;)
Anyway, since both of us were starved, we didn't feel like putting too much effort into trying to find a place. Then Moxies caught our eye.
We headed on in (down, actually, the escalator). We sat in the lounge and each ordered a nice, fruity cocktail - that's what girls do!
We decided to share the bruschetta ($7.99) for starters. This was the evening's show-stopper. While you may scoff at my claim, give it a try and you will agree.The baguette was perfectly crispy and the toppings fresh and flavourful. With a generous serving of chewy bocconcini balls, a light drizzle of olive oil and reduced balsamic vinegar, you've got a winning combination.
We also shared the double stacked turkey club ($11.99), which was house-roasted turkey with crisp bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo & cheddar on toasted multi-grain bread. We upgraded the side to sweet potato fries for $2.50. While I had no complaints about the sandwich, I much preferred the fries. They were very crispy and the roasted garlic chipotle aioli was delicious.
So while I try to avoid mainstream franchise restaurants like Moxies, I left very happy. I will definitely be back soon for the bruschetta and sweet potato fries!
My thoughts:
I came here with girlfriend HF because we both had had a long week of work and needed to unwind at Yorkdale Mall - because what better way than with some booze, food and shopping, right, ladies? ;)
Anyway, since both of us were starved, we didn't feel like putting too much effort into trying to find a place. Then Moxies caught our eye.
We headed on in (down, actually, the escalator). We sat in the lounge and each ordered a nice, fruity cocktail - that's what girls do!
We decided to share the bruschetta ($7.99) for starters. This was the evening's show-stopper. While you may scoff at my claim, give it a try and you will agree.The baguette was perfectly crispy and the toppings fresh and flavourful. With a generous serving of chewy bocconcini balls, a light drizzle of olive oil and reduced balsamic vinegar, you've got a winning combination.
We also shared the double stacked turkey club ($11.99), which was house-roasted turkey with crisp bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo & cheddar on toasted multi-grain bread. We upgraded the side to sweet potato fries for $2.50. While I had no complaints about the sandwich, I much preferred the fries. They were very crispy and the roasted garlic chipotle aioli was delicious.
So while I try to avoid mainstream franchise restaurants like Moxies, I left very happy. I will definitely be back soon for the bruschetta and sweet potato fries!
