The crowd appear to be slightly older and predominately male. The entertainment varies, but is at its best the first Saturday of each month, and even more frequently in the winter, when a jazz or blues ensemble warms the place up. I had Oban on the rocks and my friend a Llagavolen. That seemed only appropriate, as whisky was definitely the most represented liquor behind the bar. After a couple of shots, we discussed why most Cabbagetown bars require a downward flight of stairs to enter, but couldn't resolve the mystery.
Sports is on on the TV above the bar.
Martini glasses and whiskey bottles are given equal room behind the bar. The food is best described as suited to an English palate. Miniature model Messerschmitts and Spitfires above the mirror behind the bar are meant to remind you, one supposes, of the Battle of Britain. Glancing at the television on our way out, Manchester United had defeated Olympique Marseille, 2-1. St. Other bars may contain the spirits of Cabbagetown, but the Winny, as it's called, is the most impressive building in the neighbourhood, bar none.