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Introducing: Das Gasthaus, a new German pub on the Danforth from a former Langdon Hall chef

By David Ort
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Introducing Das Gasthaus
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Name: Das Gasthaus Neighbourhood: The Danforth Contact info: 107 Danforth Ave., 647-352-5044, info@dasGasthaus.ca, www.dasgasthaus.ca Owners: Ruthie Cummings and her silent partner (and brother) Christopher Cummings Chef: Andrew Taylor, who used to be the executive chef at the posh Cambridge restaurant Langdon Hall

The Food: Northern German pub food, including smoked herring, house-made sausages and charcuterie boards sold by the metre and half-metre. On the weekend brunch menu, potato rosti comes topped with bacon, gouda and a sunny-side-up egg.

The Drinks: The focus is on German brews and local craft beers, including two rotating taps. There’s also a short wine list.

The Place: A casual bistro with mismatched chandeliers, green velvet upholstery, traditional German paintings by the owner’s sister and a heavy wooden bar.

The Numbers: • 100 per cent of the dishes have German names (with English descriptions) • 36 seats, including six at the bar • 30 more seats to come on a back patio • 12 beer taps with seven German imports and five Ontario craft options

Introducing Das Gasthaus
Introducing Das Gasthaus
Introducing Das Gasthaus
Introducing Das Gasthaus
Introducing Das Gasthaus

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