Sin and Redemption

Sin and Redemption Bistro 136 McCaul St 416 640 9197

I couldn’t resist dining in a place with such a name. What a sense of humor. The restaurant is across the road from a Catholic Church. It is on McCaul St just north of Dundas. This is a great place to dine before or after visiting the Art Gallery. On this day the doors of the church were open and we could almost look up the aisle of the church as we munched on our food. There are little knick knacks around the restaurant to further the image of the name. A funny poster advertising beer shows three nuns sipping the frothy brew. A big cross is placed in the restaurant. Down stairs by the washrooms is a prayer stool. It is all in good fun and I can’t imagine anyone being offended

Shelly has just moved into my building. We see each other at exercise and decided to take in a lunch together and checkout the restaurant with the wicked name.

Most of the food is quite hearty but it is possible to order from the appetizer or salad section for lighter fare. Grilled Calamari is braised in superior golden Belgian ale.($8.95) Monk’s Potatoes are double baked and is an offers both white and sweet potatoes.$6.50) Flemish Meatballs are braised in beer and served with sour cherries.($6.50)

I enjoyed the Arugula and Belgian Endive Salad. I love these greens and it was so satisfying on a hot day.($9.50) The addition of sweet potatoes, tomatoes, pineapple and boiled eggs added to the flavor and the texture, Pomegranate wine vinaigrette was so subtle and perfect to bring all the flavors together.

A Redemption Burger is vegetarian.($9.50) Beer braised Portobello mushrooms are tossed with Swiss cheese and served on a whole wheat bun.($9.50) Sinner’s Club is a sandwich with layers of chicken, bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato and Dijon mayonnaise.($10.50) Baked Chicken & Cheese Quesadillas are a combination of pulled roasted chicken, melted cheese and served on a toasted flour tortilla a with a side of salsa and sour cream.($9.50)

Hearty eaters will find an extensive menu from which to make a selection. Shelly is a lamb lover and ordered the Lamb Shank. It is braised in ale and served with caramelized Belgium endives, and Monk’s potatoes.($!7.95) Shelly said the lamb was excellent. The portion was very generous.

Nun’s Pasta is penne served in an olive oil-garlic sauce with duck sausage, caramelized Belgium endives, onions, mushrooms and fire roasted tomatoes.($10.95)

Indian Style Curry is served with basmati rice.($12.50)

Steak Frites offers two types of steak using AAA Alberta beef and served with vegetables, Monk’s potatoes or Belgian frites. Top sirloin is $17.95. 10.oz. Rib- eye is $!9.95.

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The bottom of the menu has the following quote:

Our God Teaches Us to…….

Be generous in our food portions. Serve as you deserve. Give and do not count. Labor and ask for reward. Know it is not a sin to eat much good food. Be kind and not to gouge you. Assist you when you need alcohol and cut you off when you have had enough. Provide you with AA locations. Not forgive if you drink and drive. Forgive if you visit the Village Idiot Pub next door.

Cheers unto the thousands, who keep to S& R’s commandments