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The gentrification of Dundas W continues apace. A few doors down from The Federal, another small diner called This End Up has opened. Unlike the farmyard style of found furniture in other restos, they have gone with clean, modern tables and chairs. But as a nod to the retro aesthetic, giant signs (Smoke Craven "A"), maps, and paintings decorate the wall. As a casual dining place, they offer cocktails and gussied up staples like sandwiches and tacos perfect for brunch or a quick dinner.

For lunch I ordered the Basa Fish Po Boy ($14) with an extra order of fries ($2.50). The sandwich, salad, and fries came nicely presented on a tray. The arugula salad was serviceable, with thinly sliced cucumber, onions, and a sprinkling of sesame seeds for some extra crunch. The fries were hot and tasted great with the house ketchup (good vinegar base instead of overly sweet like store-bought version) and mayo. The only negative was that they weren't quite as crispy as their deep golden hue suggested.

The stand-out was the po boy. The fillet was perfectly cooked, lightly crispy on the outside, soft and tender on the inside. The soft mini-baguette keep the whole thing from falling apart. The lemon tarragon mayo and the pickles added little tangy bursts. This was a great sandwich to gobble up on a sunny Saturday.