I've always liked pubs But for drinks, not for food, because food is not usually very good at pubs.
The OverDraught Pub (156 Front Street West) may be the exception. It is located in the basement underneath Joe Badali's and I think they are owned by same company.
All wasn't perfect though. The pitcher of Keith's we ordered arrives with warm steins, so the beer isn't as cold as I would like. I end up asking for a glass of water so that I can transfer some ice into my beer. 
It turns out that our server is new, but she is exceedingly nice. I order the Crab Cakes ($7.95) and Joe orders the French Onion Soup ($6.95) and Caesar Salad ($3.95).
The crab cakes are listed as an appetizer, but with three big patties, it is big enough for a meal. They have a nice little kick to them. The breading is crisp and the inside of the cakes are tender.
Joe's soup had a warm blanket of cheese covering the bowl and the soup itself was full of flavour, with chunks of bread soaking up all the goodness. Even though it was Joe's, I probably ended up having half the bowl. I haven't had a french onion soup this good in a very long time.
Parting thoughts: Very good crab cakes and a classic and excellent french onion soup.
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