Best Restaurants with Great Beer in Leaside

Today was wintery and cold with a blowing wind. A day to be inside. A day for lunch at the Amsterdam. As always, the staff at the front door were welcoming and efficient, directing us to a table for two beside the fireplace. Bonus! Samantha (Sam) was our server today. She was friendly and chatty and seemed pleased to see us. We ordered “our usual”, as regulars to the Amsterdam (perhaps we are boring) and without much delay we were enjoying our fish and chips (for her) and the Tai chicken curry (for me), washed down with Diet Coke and an Amsterdam Blonde. The food was hot and nicely presented, particularly the curry, resting on a palm leaf in a custom earthenware (?) dark bowl. The beer, even on a cold day, was great. Although there are giant screen TVs in one section of the dining area showing (today) live tennis, the sounds and images were not intrusive. Ditto the musical ambiance. Although I would prefer NO music in a restaurant, the Amsterdam’s choice was reasonable acceptable and allowed for an audible conversation (I often wonder if the “music” in restaurants, or the grocery store, is targeting the customers or the staff). No desert today. Stuffed. But there was a little room for a cappuccino before paying the bill. Goodbyes from Sam who provided great service and who maintained a pleasant chatty presence throughout today’s encounter. We will be back. Jack H Toronto

This was my second time having dinner with family and friends at Kelly’s and they are truly and excellent restaurants. They welcome my husband I received was welcoming and friendly. We were seated and the ambience was amazing. The food was chief kissed. I recommend them for your special occasion 

Server was great! Prosecco for Valentines Day on the house which is a nice touch. Lamb burger and chicken fingers were good portions. Delicious pub food.

Our server was run off her feet as you were so busy but she still managed to provide excellent service and attention. The food was delicious and we will definitely be back!

Excellent offer of beers. Pasta was very good but came a bit cold. The underground atmosphere of the place creates a weird contrast with the more lively restaurants of the group upstairs. Go if you love beer and/or is looking for a quiet place.