An Evening at: Wilfie & Nell

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Upon learning of this new gastropub, we headed straight for W4th street with our very own anglophile in tow. The HP sauce, fries and vinegar, and lack of tablecloths all received the stamp of authenticity so we headed on in for some Sunday night wining and dining. The cocktail list kept it simple, with twists like habenero sauce in your margarita. Our favorite cocktail was The Bramble, which reminded us of Madame Geneva - Gin and blackberry preserves. And what's a cold winter night inside a bar without a warm apple toddy? W&N makes theirs with calvados, so it's extra-appley and extra-delicious. We sat around for hours in the warmly-lit exposed brick and chill vibe and dreaded trekking outside in the snow. The only complaint was the waitstaff that attempted to take our drinks when half-finished - huge no no in our book - and forgot to bring us essentials like napkins, forks for our food, and water. All in all, though, a great neighborhood spot to while the time away in the company of good music, good food, good friends, and abysmal service, which is, apparently, also a trait of authentic British gastropubs.

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