Chowing down in Thunder Bay
Discover a diverse Northwest Ontario food scene
By Tamara Hinson
Great Food, Great Beer, Great Neighbourhood
The Madhouse is one of Thunder Bay's most popular pubs
The Madhouse is a great place to talk and relax.
The square building smack at the corner of Bay and Algoma is one of the most popular pubs in Thunder Bay. On weekends the mixed crowds keep the place busy, especially in the evening. The richly coloured décor makes for a great atmosphere.
A Sample of the Menu
The Grilled Apple and Brie Sandwich is a delicious alternative to the usual burger or sandwich. Their most popular dish is the Steak and Goat Cheese Salad. Generous strips of steak are laid upon a bed of salad with tasty goat cheese.
There are a good number of tapas (appetizers), including nachos, sweet potato fries, seafood, chorizo and tostas, coconut shrimp, quesadillas, wings, fish tacos casa loco, calamari and many more.
The Madhouse is known for promoting micro-breweries and has on tap a selection of beers from Ontario including Thunder Bay’s own Sleeping Giant Brewery. Other microbrew options include Steam Whistle (from Toronto) and Hop City Brewery (Brampton).
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