The other pub on King – Morty’s

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Blast from the past โ€” this monthโ€™s review from your favourite foodie duo is about a Waterloo staple since the early 1980s: Mortyโ€™s Pub โ€“ located on 272 King St. N.  

Strikingly deceiving when looking at its outer shell, Lizzie and Andrew were amazed at the structure and layout of this 43-year-old pub. Sporting vintage beer signs and sports jerseys as decor, this tavern hits you with cozy hometown warmth the second you enter, with a winding and cramped layout (as every good pub should have).  

Our table was incredibly atmospheric with a secluded setting and TVs showcasing the Paris Olympics for our viewing pleasure.  

This all contributed to a meal that we had on our minds all day. As Mortyโ€™s is a pub, Andrew hought it was only right to order from their extensive selection of beers on tap, choosing a light and creamy creemore. Lizzie, once again being ever the puritan, got…water.  

No appetizers for us, as the mains caught our eye as soon as we hit the menu. A good decision indeed, as the portion sizes at Mortyโ€™s are not for the faint of heart.  

Andrew, ever the basic diner and oblivious to the redundancy between this and our previous review, once again got the Mortyโ€™s version of a buffalo chicken wrap.  

Unfortunately, the buffalo hot sauce that the chicken was dressed in was too hot for his tastes and the overall wrap was about average, or at least thatโ€™s what he concluded from the four bites he took before rushing to Lizzieโ€™s water.  

Complimenting the wrap was an order of double-fried fries, which as is often the case, got split reactions from your food reviewers.  

Andrew found them far too crispy for his liking, whereas Lizzie thought they were not totally irredeemable.  

Our two cents is that for those who have gnarly hangovers or just need something greasy, Mortyโ€™s may be your next stop shop for fries.  

Lizzie ordered the infamous Momโ€™s Chilli, looking to compare it to her own motherโ€™s dish.  

Verdict is: Lizzieโ€™s mom has met her match! Paired with mouth-watering cheesy garlic bread and perfectly crunchy corn chips, the ensemble packed nice flavour and a strong punch of spice. Combined, both the flavour and the spice made the dish a true stand- out to your reviewers.  

What is important to note is that the pubโ€™s cozy, vintage flare can also be a negative. Flies were a definite issue during our meal, but not a true deal-breaker. Thatโ€™s because for two, the meal came out to a very reasonable $70, including two beers. In comparison to many other restaurants, this is quite affordable.  

For cheap eats that can accommodate small dates like ours and big groups of friends and family, Mortyโ€™s is an inviting and affordable place to go for a meal near Wilfrid Laurier University. If nothing else, give it a try for the vibes and convenience. If you do decide to try it, tell them LizzDrew sent you.  

Ratings –

Ambiance: 6 out of 10ย ย 

Drinks: 6 out of 10ย 

Food: 7.5 out of 10ย ย 

Affordability: 7.5 out of 10ย ย 


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