Voc

This is a very unique establishment. The bar downstairs carries a variety of liquors from the dutch east indies. I really liked the pirate's curse. We were allowed to dine in the pub area as we found some comfortable seating. The dutch east indies theme was rather pleasant. Our waitress recommended the tapas selection which proved to be both tasty and unique in flavor. My favorite was the grilled lamb chops and crispy duck salad. There is no live music but the place has a certain quality to it and we had an excellent dining experience.

We were there for dinner on saturday. I thought it was going to be a steak restaurant but it actually turned out to be a fun bar, in fact more like a dive bar. Since we got in early we found a table close to the bar and worked our way through some amazing cocktails. Apparently the alcohol is home brewed, a definite plus in my book. Consider the fact that off the shelf spirits are still used widely in many bars and restaurants, putting this establishment in a league of it's own. The bartenders actually put on a show when they are creating the cocktails and as far as those are concerned, i'd highly recommend the VOC blazer, a flaming concoction that's mostly alcohol with a great deal of skill thrown in. Another favourite of mine is the pirate's curse which would be suitable for the lovers of rum. We went up to the dining room later and as promised, my steak was really good. Aged angus beef, I think. The service was impeccable. We stayed late as the place really got busy and the atmosphere proved to be very inviting. This place does not close early as the party just keeps on going.

Hard to find gem for steaks. Incredible main courses. Nice small selection of tapas like dishes however some are rather mediocritly size dishes for the price. Huge selection of drinks (not many non alcoholic : mostly cocktails) Deserts were limited however the chocolate moose was decent. Overall ideal place to take a group of people. Choices are limited for food even more so if you are vegetarian, however definatly worth the visit.

This is a different kind of bar altogether. We had our steaks, really good aged steaks, in the restaurant upstairs. We decided to have drinks in the pub and there was a party kind of atmosphere going on. The bartenders were mixing drinks like in the movies, showing off, throwing bottles and even making some flaming drinks, one of which I had, the voc blazer. People were hooting, singing....................party place.