Almonak (Brunch, 5659 Almon) had a savoury cornmeal & scallion waffle with BBQ pulled chicken and white BBQ sauce. It looked and sounded pretty good, but it inexplicably tasted like canned tuna on a sponge. Based on this experience alone: Verdict: 2/5 (40%) chance of returning, but given that Open City is a different-than-usual occasion, we’ll definitely give it another shot.
Chicken & Waffles from Almonak
Café Aroma Latino (Latin American, 5780 North) had carne al pastor street tacos, which were simply delightful. This is another spot we’ve been meaning to visit, and based on this, we’ll be back! Verdict: 4.5/5 (90%) chance of returning.
Alteregos Cafe (Cafe, 2193 Gottingen) had a Reuben Sandwich & Lavender Lemonade special. The two didn’t work particularly well together, but were both tasty on their own. This is a cool little spot. Verdict: 4/5 (80%) chance of returning.
Reuben Sandwich & Lavender Lemonade from Alteregos
The Foggy Goggle (Casual Dining, 2057 Gottingen) had grilled Japanese-style hot dogs with miso mayo, nori, teriyaki, spicy gochujang sauce and toasted sesame seeds and green onion on a soft toasted bun. It was kinda weird, but really good! Verdict: 4/5 (80%) chance of returning.
Japanese-style hot dog from The Foggy Goggle
The Nook (Cafe, 2118 Gottingen) had chocolate chip cookies for $2. The only way it could have been better is if it had slid right out of the oven. Verdict: 4/5 (80%) chance of returning.
Chocolate Chip Cookie from The Nook
DeeDee's (Deserterie, 5668 Cornwallis) had a sundae special, and was a great way to end our culinary canvas of the North End – although we did stop by the newly-opened Boyd’s Pharmasave (2525 Agricola, Variety) on our way home to snap up some Faygo sodas. We had planned to head back out for round 2 for supper, but the skies opened up, dousing our plans. Verdict: 4/5 (80%) chance of returning.
A selection of Faygo sodas from Boyd's Pharmasave that Juggalos are sure to appreciate
Thanks to all of the businesses who
participated, and to the organizers of Open City. We’re already looking forward
to next year!
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