The Parkdale Drink

I was intrigued by the elegant lettering and classy façade of new Queen West bar(?), The Parkdale Drink but alas, the windows were still covered in fresh newsprint and the anticipation was killing me. Sure, there are a few decent drinkeries in the facility – PD rubs shoulders with Rhino, Stones, The Cadillac Lounge. If you venture east, you hit the Gladstone, if the wind is westerly, I’d recommend Not my Dog. All I can say about the PD is that it's still under construction but a little bird told me the large interior will hold many tables.

Dave says: "gave a one for service only because the skinny blonde working there was a little wierd".
And I'm way off? The same "skinny blonde waitress" (judge much?)was there when I was there, and she was fine. It wasn't because of her that the my group (2 guys, 2 girls)left, it was the mish-mash of style and no character that we didn't like.
And Dave, if I want to see monkeys, I'll go to a zoo. They probably have burgers there too.

Soooo....if you are looking for a place with good tunes and a chill mixed crowd...this is the spot.

My friends and I frequent the parkdale drink on a regular basis and it's always a hit.

We often do bottle service when we're there and I swear it's the only establishment in the city that seems to appreciate people spending money. The owner and bartender tossed us some complimentary patron shots ....and more, to show their gratitude.

i dont know about you....but for me...a little goes a long way.

cant believe the comment below. i have been there often enough and have never had an experience like that.

i think it's addition was only positive to the neighbourhood and it's development.

I have been to The Parkdale Drink on Saturday's over the past few months to enjoy the discounted martini's, $6.00 for a 3oz, WOW! I have only eaten there once and the food a 3 out of 4. Atmosphere I ranked at a 4 because you really can have a nice dinner vibe then as the night goes on the music gradually gets louder and the real party starts. The music is great its a lil bit of everything when I think of it. Value I ranked as a 4 because damn, how can you not with a $6 buck Martini on a Saturday night. As for service, dinner service was great, I would rank it as a 4, as for bar service, as the night goes on and more and more people line the bar it takes a little longer for drinks. I guess, its normal considering its Martini night, but this is why I ranked service as a 3. All in all I would recommend everyone go and check it out to rate it yourself.

I was there on May 31st. The Parkdale Drink was hosting a fundraiser for The St Francis Table. There were a couple of bands playing for the fundraiser and I have to say they were quite good. We got there late and the tables in the front were reserved for a party, not a big deal that happens on Saturday nights. The server provided me with options of tables further back or on the brand new patio. We were quite pleased with our selection to stay on the patio. I have to say this is Parkdale's most beautiful patio. Cedar everywhere, it smells great and the vibe was alluring. Not sure of the last reviewers experience, but we were treated with great service even when it was busy. I guess its all about communication. Go see it and experience it for yourself because every time I have gone to The Drink it has been great.