Written By Guest Writer Folks / Reporter Sep 17, 2012 First Look: Argyle Attic SHARE VIA: Facebook Twitter PinterestLeft: Mini Burgers by Chef Chad Klassen of Argyle Attic and Smiths Pub. Right: Argyle Attic interior Photo: Deanna LadretVICTORIAFireplace, couches, old photos, Hudson Bay Company blanket, maybe a pair of antlers and a worn-out sled. Sound like you’re at your grandparents cabin in Lake Louise? Maybe, but can Granny and Gramps make Curried Gravy Smoked Meat Poutine as well as Victoria chef Chad Klassen? Probably not. And wouldn’t you rather watch Breaking Bad on the TV than reruns of The Lawrence Welk Show? Well, good news: you can now enjoy all of these pleasures in one place at the newly minted Argyle Attic.Located at 777 Courtney Street (within the same building as the Quality Inn Downtown and Smiths Pub), Argyle Attic is downtown Victoria’s answer to the Canadiana chalet getaway––except you can’t sleep there, although there is a hotel on the premises. Open for breakfast and lunch, then reopening for dinner and late night, the Argyle Attic works both as a start-the-day-right eatery and evening hang-out, with memorable style sans pretension.Left: Great pieces to enjoy viewing. Right: Argyle Attic's interior fireplace Photo: Deanna LadretAt the moment, Argyle Attic has its own unique breakfast menu, but shares its lunch and dinner offerings with Smiths (the kitchen serves both locations). Despite their close relationship, the atmosphere between Smiths and Argyle Attic is distinctly (and delightfully) different. Whereas Smiths is synonymous with loud music, pints, and a healthy dose of brouhaha, Argyle Attic offers a low key, relaxed vibe – the kind of place to converse over a casual meal and a few nice cocktails.“You could totally have your book club here,” says General Manager Andrew Elliott, who also runs Smiths Pub.Besides the clever and laid-back decor, another notable feature is Argyle Attic’s extensive and decently priced whisky menu, including selections from Canada, the USA, India, Japan, Scotland, and Ireland, all with detailed tasting notes. All in all, the place is in one word, satisfying. From the well-rounded menu to the vast and intriguing collection of whiskies, this quirky comfort joint is definitely worth a visit. Hours: Open 7 days a week; breakfast from 7am-11am, lunch beginning in October from 11am, dinner from 5pm-10pm Sunday/11pm Monday-Thursday/12am Friday & Saturday. Argyle Attic | 777 Courtney Street | Victoria, BC | (250) 360.2544 | Website BurgerCocktailsdinnerLate Nightwhisky SHARE VIA: Facebook Twitter Pinterest Written By: Guest Writer We get many people writing guest articles for us, as well as past contributors. This is the Guest ... Read More You may also like Victoria May 25, 2020 The New Now : Navigating Through the Challenges The New Now As we begin re-opening under COVID protocols, the coming months will be at least uncertain, and for most, a battle to survive. In my ... Read More EAT Magazine News / The Big Picture / Victoria May 17, 2020 The New Normal—Reflections and Stories from the EAT Family—Part 2 Support Local! A Look at Victoria’s New Pickup Windows by Jacqueline Downey As the world shifts and changes below our feet right now, EAT thought it might be a good time to check in with our family of contributors, ... Read More EAT Magazine News / The Big Picture / Victoria May 13, 2020 The New Normal—Reflections and Stories from the EAT Family—Tofino Time by Chef Carmen Ingham As the world shifts and changes below our feet right now, EAT thought it might be a good time to check in with our family of contributors, ... Read More EAT Magazine News / The Big Picture / Victoria May 5, 2020 The New Normal—Reflections and Stories from the EAT Family—Support Local! A Look at Victoria’s New Pickup Windows by Jacqueline Downey As the world shifts and changes below our feet right now, EAT thought it might be a good time to check in with our family of contributors, ... Read More EAT Magazine News / The Big Picture / Victoria April 30, 2020 The New Normal—Reflections and Stories from the EAT Family—UK to YVR : Cooking in the Time of Corona by Julie Pegg As the world shifts and changes below our feet right now, EAT thought it might be a good time to check in with our family of contributors, ... Read More EAT Magazine News / The Big Picture / Victoria April 29, 2020 The New Normal—Reflections and Stories from the EAT Family—Pastry Dough Made Simple by Denise Marchessault As the world shifts and changes below our feet right now, EAT thought it might be a good time to check in with our family of contributors, ... Read More Comments are closed.
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