The Pourhouse Bier Bistro
Covent Garden Market, 10354 82 Ave
780-757-7687
Price range: Mid
Licensed: Yes
Rating: *****  

The Pourhouse waiter knew his stuff. As we dithered over the feature list, he recapped each brew and we settled quickly on our favourites.

As a result, my Blanche de Chambly ($7.25) was nearly hops-less, with a crisp clarity that I savoured enthusiastically.

Reclining majestically next to my glass was a massive Coney Island hot dog loaded with sauerkraut and chunks of bacon ($9.75). I abandoned the thought of hefting it with my hands and attacked it instead with a knife and fork, thrilled with every bite.

Uninterested in a side salad, I decided on the “soup of the moment.”

The spicy vegan creation made with a black currant beer from Quebec finished with a delicious hint of barbecue sauce.

The Pourhouse is amazing: from its stunning beer list and brick, wood and leather decor to smart, engaged staff and fantastic food. With this pub in the neighbourhood, why go anywhere else?