The Caledonian

Fish and Chips

The pub-standard benchmark — a properly battered fillet with golden fries, served with malt vinegar and tartar; the version here reportedly holds up better than most Toronto bar kitchens manage

Scotch Eggs

Hard-boiled egg wrapped in seasoned sausage meat and fried — the classic Scottish pub snack, worth ordering as a starter if available that evening

Shepherd's Pie

Rich braised lamb under a thick mash crust — hearty and restorative, the kind of dish a Scottish pub should be doing

Burger

A straightforward pub burger done right — well-seasoned patty, classic toppings, no gimmicks