5 of us had lunch at this "tapas" restaurant ... some of the portions are too big to be tapas by my definition but our server did give us an idea of portion sizes. --mussels were very tasty, quite a large portion --chicken waffles were disappointing, I would not recommend --duck poutine, I was happy to try this, it was excellent (and I am NOT a poutine eater) --sliders were excellent, would return just for this item --haloumi fries were also very good --dumb son dumplings were average at best --margarita pizza -- sauce bland --pumjabi buttermilk stew -- not much flavour It was very busy when we were here, they didn't rush us at all and service was good. Good cocktails also. read more

5 star service and food. We have always liked Plank, this time though the food exceeded expectations, and the outdoor tent seating due to Covid restrictions was very well executed. We had the steak frites, done around medium well. Though I prefer medium, still very tasty and accommodative of the other couple with us that preferred medium well. Blue cheese was a nice tasty touch. Shrimp tempura was done well with a light batter, and sliders were great even without the bacon jam which we had asked to be excluded. The Korean fried chicken bau (think thats how you spell it?!?) was different and to us the best of the lot. The chicken came in a fluffy folded bun, topped with red cabbage, a delicious combo. Lastly, the famous fried cauliflower was not to be denied. Instead of many small pieces this time it was 4 large ones for our party of four, perfect! We love this tapas style menu and will be returning soon. read more

We love to eat so I guess you could call us foodies. This place was amazing! I had a Dark and Handsome cocktail which was delicious. All the small bites and mains were amazing (Special shout out to the cauliflower fritters; calamari; sliders; Mangolian satays --- my favourite). We'll definately be coming back soon. read more

placed in a nice area of Bronte Lakeshore and every time I walked past this place it's always full. The one chance I went there we were lucky to grab a spot but it was still busy. The food was delicious but unfortunately it was not as filling. But overall I liked it. read more

Food if decent. Place is far too crowded. But it is fun and helps breathe life into Bronte. Recommended more for the energy than the serviceable food. Typical "Catch" experience. I am glad that they have given so much to Bronte, but I also hope the attract some competition that can wow with the food as much as the ambiance. read more

Several months ago, we (a group of explorative suburban yelpers) traveled to the land of Oakville and experienced all that we could in a single sunny Sunday! By the end of the day four of us remained and we wandered into our last stop of the day: Plank Restobar. From the moment I walked in I knew that this was a 4+ star space and after eating and drinking everything that I did, it was/is definitely worth every bit of the 4.5 star I'm giving it. This place has a rustic cottage/old house feel inside, with exposed wood fixtures and "plank" wood adorned on the walls (Ahhhhh I get the name already! but wait there is more...) What won me over right away was the fact that this place describes itself as a bourbon bar (sigh... LOVE), and not just any old bourbon bar, one with an endless selection of bourbon options and a diverse cocktail menu to boot! I started with my signature Old Fashioned (which was OK), however a short time later I ordered one of their specialty Old Fashioneds and WOW - this was the way to go. It put the ZING in AmaZING!!! After a casual drink or two we decided on an assortment from their delicious tapas menu and shared in 4 tapas platters and a pizza: The tapas we had were as follows: THE GOOD/GREAT: - Fried chicken - Moist and tender on the inside and crispy with a great batter on the outside. A VERY good Fried Chicken! YUM! - Smoked chicken tacos - this was easily my favorite tapas item we tried. The smoked chicken had an amazing taste and accoutrements inside the tacos were equally tasty! - Sliders - ultra tender juicy beef burgers on the small. Loved them and after we shared these 4 ways we were all hungry for more! THE BAD: - Cauliflower fritters - Not a good start, we all found these to smell bad and taste as bad they smelt, I don't recommend these one bit (shakes head.. NO.. NO) THE PIZZA: - We shared in the prosciutto and arugula. Crust good, toppings were ok but I felt it got a tad soggy if we didn't eat it right away. Overall Pretty good! Other than a few minor hiccups with the mean (more my personal preference than anything) the only thing that was off was the low number of bathrooms. Certainly not enough to support a happening place like this. All the above said the bourbon, staff, venue, and tapas won me over and I'll be back 1000% next time I'm in Oakville - come with me won't you? Eatcrest Out! read more

Good restaurant that could be great. This place has a great location on the water so the ambiance is awesome and the food is decent although the portion sizes are on the small side for the price. The challenge is the service and the decor inside. The restaurant itself does not live up to the beautiful patio in terms of lighting and the vibe simply does not match. read more

We reserved a table for 9 for Father's Day 2016 and were looking forward to our usual wonderful experience at The Plank Restobar. However, we are still baffled and confused about our experience, as it was possibly some of the worst service we ever encountered! Plus, to add insult onto injury, we were informed at the end of our meal (not beforehand NOR even when we made our reservation days earlier) that there would be an 18% gratuity charge automatically added to our bill because we were a party of 8+. Needless to say, we all felt cheated by The Plank's socialistic attempt to charge us for the incredibly inept service of our server. The server assigned to our table (she will remain unnamed) was constantly aloof. In fact, we found ourselves repeatedly wondering where she had disappeared too for long periods while we sat at our table with empty glasses and empty plates. We would have sympathized with her if the section was overly busy, but that just simply was not the case. On the contrary, she (and sadly to say, the management on that day) seemed oblivious to there being any problem. After having to go to the bar repeatedly to get our drink orders, FINALLY one of the other service staff I approached realized what was happening after I explained our situation and she sprang into action, getting us our drinks, hors d'oeuvres and meals; and as she did this, our regular server and the management were ALL noticeably absent. In summary, I am SO VERY SORRY to have to write this review because up to this incident we have only had great experiences at The Plank. Look at my other reviews on TA and you will see I am very positive and generous in my platitudes. BUT when any establishment decides to implement a MANDATORY "service charge" (at 18% no less) and then does NOTHING to ensure or monitor that the service rendered has met the required level of competency to justify it... I mean, isn't a "gratuity" all about giving a monetary reward for good service rendered? Will we be back? Not sure. Will/can we recommend The Plank for parties of 8+.?... ABSOLUTELY NOT! We loved the Plank up until now. I really hope they get a better grasp on their QC regarding service, and eliminate their ridiculous policy of imposing an 18% fine for bad service. read more

Decided to grab some apps and drinks here on a week night. What brought us here is the atmosphere and its proximity to where I live. We ordered the battered cauliflower, cobb salad, burger sliders and Steigl Radler. But here's the pincher...it took 20minutes which seemed like forever, before someone even approached our table to offer drinks or take that order. It was unfortunate and yet the place was not even that busy. The service - 2/5 slooow The Sliders - 2/5 Beef patty was pretty dry The Battered Cauliflower - 5/5 it was crunchy on the outside, moist and soft on the inside Cobb Salad - 4/5 fresh I might give them another chance. Not sure if it will be a regular place though... read more

This place has a great atmosphere. The hosts are always polite and greet their guests in a genuine manner. The food is really good. I particularly love the cauliflower fritters. read more

Had a very nice date night here with my hubby last night. We got to the restaurant early - around 6:00 and there was plenty of table seating but we chose to sit by the bar. Very glad we did! It was a lively place to sit with most of the food prep being done in front of us. We started with a cocktail & beer while we looked at the menu and salivated over the many dishes being prepared in front of us. We decided on the Nacho Libre, New England Style Seafood Chowder and their pizza special for the night - a pal zone - part pizza, part calzone. The Nachos were to.die.for! So good! Nacho chips, Mexicana Cheddar, tequila braised brisket, avocado crema, & tomatillo salsa - I was licking my fingers for sure! I had only a few tastes of the Chowder as my husband was devouring it! We chose the pizza special of the evening because it sounded good and an interesting concept - part pizza, part calzone. The pizza part - Margarita was the best part of it. The Calzone part I was excited about cheese & spinach - but it was REALLY heavy on the ricotta cheese - too much for my liking. We sat for a while and saw the restaurant fill up quite quickly and saw many more dishes we would like to try - The Magic Treat - Classic Jiffy pop popcorn, truffle butter, sea salt, Parmesan Reggiano smelled amazing! When I'm not quite so worried about my calorie & fat intake I will be back for the Poutine for sure - Shoestring Fries, Belwood County duck confit, local cheese curds, foie gras sauce We will be back to this restaurant soon! read more

Plank Restobar - cocktail list - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

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Some of the best cocktails in Oakville + the best southern-influenced cooking in the GTA. The places advertises itself as a Tapas spot but the portions are quite generous for Tapas and you only need to order a couple dishes each. Eat here! read more

What a find. Oh my what a find. This tapas style eatery was an opentable find. My wife and I got a gift card from them and decided to give it a try. Plank is located in down town Oakville, on Bronte Rd. just south of Lakeshore. The decore is very rustic and homey. The wood panelling adds a very warm and inviting touch. It is very small though. There are about 12 tables so I recommend you make a reservation beforehand. Small plates are the theme of the night. Ordering from the bits and bites section of the menu is a great way to get a feel for what they offer. The highlights were the salt and pepper calamari, and the cauliflower fritters. My wife and I are calamari lovers who will not hesitate to order it wherever we can. As was the same here at Plank. It was very unique, the batter was light which was refreshing. It was the perfect balance of salty and acidic. The texture was expertly contrasted by the meaty-ness of the calamari. It was paired with their "kick - ass" cocktail sauce. This is where it lost a little for me. Unlike most cocktail sauces which are mild, it definitely kicked my ass. The chef was a little to heavy on the horseradish which made it way to strong and gave it a smoky after taste. The cauliflower fritters were amazing. They were light and delicious. The batter was crunchy and the texture of the cauliflower was smooth and creamy. Everything was so well balanced. Just brilliant. The fritters were paired with a rich cheese sauce that complimented the fritters very well. The whole meal, 5 different bits and bites, one pint and a ginger ale came to 71 dollars with tip. Great services, great food, a must try. read more

Cannot believe the quality of the food here! The pesto steak sandwich and the meat & greet pizza were incredible! Try to pair it with a lake view table! Fun fact: check out the WC's! read more

Plank is just the type of restaurant I love to eat at. Small plates of delicious food and a menu that reflects what is in season. The atmosphere is great and the food was delicious. Even with a small menu I had a tough time deciding what to order since it all sounded so tasty. I had the Plank Poutine (shoestring fries with duck confit and foi gras sauce). I plan on coming back often to try everything on the menu. And since it changes regularly there is always something new to enjoy. Oh and if you get a chance, sit at the bar by the register. You'll get to chat with Bruno while he whips up delicious pizzas right in front of you. Great experience all around! Edit: I've gone back 3 more times (once for lunch, once for late dinner, once for takeout) since first visiting Plank and I'd give this place another star if I could. The pizzas are amazing and are great for takeout! Try the AC/DC, it is half a pizza and half a calzone and fully delicious. For lunch mid week it was pretty empty which was surprising. Late night dinner on the other hand had a great crowd of people enjoying the food and bar. Definitely a cool place just to hang out. Don't forget to find out what the specials are as well. They always sound so good. For a lunch special I had a lamb sausage over maple baked beans and toast. Absolutely delicious. The fried dough balls are a great app as well. I just wish the prices of the small plates were a little less expensive, only because I always want to order 2 or 3. Do yourself a favor and check out this great restopub in Bronte. You won't be disappointed. read more

This is easily one of my favorite restaurants in Oakville. I've been about 4 times now, and the food, service, and atmosphere are alwalys great. You can't go wrong with any dish you get. They're small plates, so I usually try to get at least 4 dishes to share with a friend. And as an added bonus, you can make reservations on OpenTable! :) read more

This is a great little restobar in Bronte Village. There's a very decent beer selection on tap and it has a really comfy atmosphere. Depending on where you're sitting, you can see the water (where the creek runs into the lake). I'd give the food 3 stars. The plank poutine, with duck confit, local curds and foie gras sauce, was fantastic. It was a really interesting mix of flavours and it had great texture, which is important for poutine. The "hot salami" pizza, on the other hand, was very underwhelming. It was very basic and didn't offer much in the way of flavour. I gave this restaurant 4 stars overall because the staff were so friendly and were really sweet to my nieces and nephew. They even gave them dough to play with. read more

I really enjoyed the atmosphere, right by the lake and a cozy cabin-esk interior. That was my favourite part. The food is good, not amazing. I think the atmosphere makes up for part of this. We ordered: -Fish tacos (okay) -Margaritta pizza (good) -Nachos (okay) read more

Got a recommendation for this restaurant from a friend. Was in the area so stopped in for breakfast/brunch on Sunday am. Very pleased with our meal & the service! The resto is decorated with a very rustic feel & has many repurposed items (which is good for someone who is eco-conscious like me to see!!). Cauliflower fritters - love love loved these! Flavorful & great with the tartar/dill sauce...wouldn't have known they were cauliflower if I hadn't ordered them myself. Pecan chicken & waffles: yum!! Well cooked chicken (not with a crisp crust like kfc or others so seems more baked in crust than fried). The maple bourbon sauce was interesting, kind of like a version of southern style gravy. The waffles were good, had a nice hint of vanilla. Not too fluffy but still good. It was served with potato hash which I don't really care for.... DH had salad with his eggs Benedict & enjoyed it all! We didnt have any cocktails so might be back to try those & some tapas:-) read more

This place was so good, we went here twice in a week! Has to be our new place in this area. The ambience, perfect! Both times we went, we saw more adults, of ages. There were so many locals that seem to come regularly. The staff knew them by name, which was impressive to me. The service is excellent. The first time service was the best. Second time, i think it was because they were busy, or could be where we sat. The food - honourable mentions: Calamari - has to be one of the best i've had anywhere! Crab cake sliders - WOW! Bulgogi Chicken Tacos - another wow! Boarito is fun and wow! Ribs and Gnocchi was amazing. Everything else was excellent as well; the house salad, Steak Frites, etc... I am not sure if I could comment on the dessert, they are probably the only thing that is mediocre. I may not be the best judge in this area. All in all, such a great place. read more

Went with a few friends the other day. Not sure what all the hype is about. Service was mediocre at best and so was the food. They no longer have oysters or many of the dishes listed on old yelp reviews like lobster mac and cheese. Portions were quite small and overpriced. Would not recommend and will not return. read more

Found this place thanks to Yelp on a business trip. It did not disappoint!! The ambiance is fantastic with a homey, rustic feel making it unique and comfortable. I had the chicken and waffle small bite and the croque madam. The chicken and waffle was good but the croque madam was the star! The icing was the sunny side up egg and fondue on top of the grilled cheese. I'm jealous of the locals who can be regulars here! I'll be dreaming of that grilled cheese. If you're looking for a welcoming location and delicious food, Plank won't disappoint!! read more

Went to this place for lunch on a Thursday. We ordered a bunch of dishes and started eating when my son says STOP! And pulls out a dead fly in his dish. Called the waitress over and she offered to give us 25 % off our meal. Excuse me??? After seeing how peeved we were she gave us the meal free of charge...needless to say, we stopping eating immediately. Also know a person who use to work there who says the kitchen is filthy. read more

Came here at the recommendation of a date. It was a really good choice on his part. I would love to live closer so I could try other things on the menu. We ate at the bar because it being two days before Christmas, it was super busy. But, I personally found that there was plenty of room. The bar tender was really polite and looked after up rather promptly, considering it was packed! I was really impressed. We had the deep fried cauliflower - which I thought were awesome. The garlic cream sauce that accompanied the dish took it to the next level! Next we had the calamari. They were so delicately fried that they weren't too caked with batter, just the way I like them. And the seafood cause was spicier than most places, which is also how I like it. After sharing those two dishes, we ordered the sausage and pepper pizza to share. I could only eat one piece cause I was so full! Those two dishes were not small portions. The pizza was great, but I could have liked more sausage, each piece has two little medallions. I'm hoping to go back soon and try everything I couldn't fit into my belly before! read more

What a hidden gem in Oakville! Tucked away at the end of the Oakville Burlington border is a great little restaurant serving some of the most delicious dishes the GTA has to offer. But bewared due to its popularity, you'll need to make reservations even if you're planning to meet during the week night. It's a small intimate pub setting, good for small parties or a family dinner night out. The menu is not extensive but the quality of the menu is quite outstanding. Some of their asian inspired dishes are the best I've tasted in the GTA and I would likely go back just to eat it again (Bugogi chicken stir fry.) They have a decent selection on tap but they're wine list is priced very well and they have some great options especially for red wine drinkers like myself! As I previously mentioned, the food was outstanding. The highlight of my deal was The Holy braise. The holy braise changes daily based on the cut of meat available. I had the braised beef short ribs with mash potato fritters and broccoli and cheese. The beef was so tender a simple pull with the fork was enough to take it apart with no effort. A knife was even necessary for the dish! Everyone in Oakville needs to come here at least once! If you haven't yet, this should be a priority! read more

I just wish I could report the food was on par with the 4.5 star service, but alas I can't. The one star Edamame Guacamole is a strange concoction that likely sports half the calories of its more conventional brethren but sadly 1% of the taste. And the accompanying chips and mini pittas served as equally tasteless vessels to our mouths. The two star pork tacos were just ok and the battered cauliflower just slightly more appetizing. The perfectly cooked and garnished Slider were very close to four star highlight of the night. The very happy staff helped but not enough to return. read more

A real gem tucked away by the water in Bronte Village and easily my new favourite place in Oakville. The decor is rustic and warm and the beer and liquor selection is excellent. The open concept kitchen really adds to the vibe. Clean, quality food. I had the Philly Cheese steak pizza and it was delicious. Washed it down with a couple craft beers. Oh yeah. Service was excellent and the washrooms were spotless. Well run. What more can you ask for? read more

I've previously been very happy with this restaurant.. We've been there many times, usually after a day of sailing out of Bronte Harbour. Our last experience (September 5), however, was so disappointing, we will probably not return for quite some time. We started with vodka martinis (which were made to our specifications perfectly) so I can't complain about those. From there, everything went downhill. We ordered a dozen oysters to share. The oysters were so tiny, they were hardly worth eating. One in particular, was so small, my dining partner mentioned to the server. For $3 per oyster, these things should be huge. The server brought him exactly 1 oyster to replace the other non-existent one. With a dozen oysters, you receive a barely sufficient amount of almost tasteless freshly grated horseradish and ONE lemon wedge. Also we kept getting bits of shell in our mouths. The jars of sauces were almost empty and none of them really rang my bell. My next course was the edamame guacamole. I've ordered this before and remembering it being delicious. While it was ok this time ( could have used some spice) and the portion size was good, the chips that came with it look like the chef had dumped the dregs of a bag onto my plate. Most were broken up into pieces so small, they were useless. My dining partner ordered the sliders, of which you receive 2. He didn't comment on how they were so I can't say anything about that. Main course: I ordered the beet salad. As this was my main course, it could have been a larger portion size...........but it's a salad so whatever. The beets were very good but it could have used a LOT more goat cheese, especially considering it's one of the main ingredients. My partner ordered the steak frites. They looked like they were a little undercooked (med rare as opposed to how he ordered them, medium) but since I like medium rare steak,, it looked delicious to me. I tried the polenta sticks they were served with........they didn't impress me..........dry with no flavour. We had to keep requesting more water (they usually leave a bottle of water at the table for you), and near the END of the meal, the server refilled our water glasses and THEN left the bottle on our table.........??? The quality has really gone downhill since their main chef Bruno left to open his own restaurant Tavolo. We won't be returning her any time soon. read more

Great place. Nice patio seating area on the water. Ordered sliders, cauliflower fritters and the big bird pizza. The first two were great. The pizza was okay. Finished up with ice cream from a near by store. It is really nice to walk around the area too if you have time. Would definitely go there again. read more

Went here on a Friday night around 7 pm and it was packed! We were told it would be about a 30-45 minute wait, and were lucky enough to get a seat at the bar. 45 minutes turned into over an hour and the restaurant sent us out some complimentary fried pizza dough balls in marinara sauce. This was an awesome gesture! I think I misunderstood the menu though. I thought the "bits and bites" were small plates rather than sharing plates so I ordered the bubbahummus for myself, which was a huge portion (and no one else wanted to help me eat it because they ordered too much food too!). It came with pizza crust brushed with olive oil, salt, and garlic rather than pita bread which I thought was really cool. I also got the fall for squash salad, which wasn't anything special (although I had to have the spiced walnuts left off because of allergies) and could have used way more cheese than just 4 thin slices. I should have ordered the duck poutine - my boyfriend's was delicious! Overall it wasn't bad but I think once I try a few more items off the menu I'll be more impressed. read more

I was highly impressed when I went their for the irate time. Great tapas, perfect location. Next time went there with a couple of friends and everything was average. I would still recommend this place as they have since menu and a great place, specially in a summer afternoon. read more

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Great restaurant. Love this Place. My wife and I and kids always come here. food good. Pizza is the best. Thin base and fresh. Wood fired oven. we will be back for more Pizza for sure. read more

This is by Far one of the best resturants downtown oakville.What a great venue overlooking the harbour. We sat outside which has such a lovely atmosphere , but were kindly helped inside after it started to pour with rain. The place is jammed packed with people, and when the food arrived I could see why. The portions are much smaller than normal , except for the deep fried cauliflower ,which was highly recommended. Im a serious Carnivore and didn't think much, but thought I would give the starter a try. It was the best thing on the menu for sure. my wife forgot her purse full of cash and all her cards , drivers license ect, and when we called them a week later they had it safely put away. The staff here are super friendly and can't help and serve enough. Wish I could find 7 stars. read more

Loved this place. We ordered and split the duck wings, calamari, fritters, the tuna, and the fish tacos. No complaints. Food was great. My only complaint was the ambiance. If you're on a date, its probably awesome, but for a group out for dinner, its dark...like use your phone flashlight to see the menu dark. read more

Went twice. First time for my bf's bday, second time for mine. Cute place by the water. We got a great seat the first time by the fireplace. Our server was super bubbly and friendly. We found this place from the taste of Oakville. Ordered 2 items from that menu and 1 from the regular menu. Food and drinks were good but just have to keep in mind it's more tapas style so smaller portions for the price. Only complaints are that she charged us all the regular prices. We had a bit to drink so didn't notice till after and then didn't want to complain and get her in trouble since she was pregnant and nice, so chose not to ruin our nice evening over money. I did mention to her that it was his bday but he wasn't offered anything even if i had to pay. Second time we were stuck by the door at a lil table. Once again consistent the food and drinks were good but it was difficult to get our servers attention. She came maybe twice throughout our whole dinner. Food i'd give them 4 stars but I'm giving them 3 because of what happened. read more

I'm going to forgo the analogy of how I should've walked off a Plank before we decided to eat here and just say this entire meal was a disaster from start to finish. I'd been here before with one of my cousins and had a decent time but today's experience was a clusterf*** in its entirety. We decided to take my grandpa out for brunch for his birthday. My dad had made a reservation yesterday and the manager explained there would be a table of 40 dining at the same time. We were fine with that, decided to proceed with the reservation. Intended to come here for brunch, but the restaurant wasn't serving it because of this fabulous table of 40 that seemed to take precedence over every other diner in here. Alright ... We proceeded with the regular menu and were thoroughly disappointed. My grandpa asked for white bread, they brought hard multigrain and when the white bread did come out it was hella burnt. My steak frites - overcooked , fries not salty enough too much blue cheese butter sauce and not enough chimmichurri, but overall meh. All the food was brought to the table at different times so we were all disappointed at different times as well. I honestly can't blame the waitress because she's been more than apologetic and doing her best to accommodate us so kudos to her. Likely won't be back or recommend this place to anyone I know, but hope the table of 40 was happy. read more

We stumbled upon this on Yelp so we decided to try it out! Definitely a feel at home spot, great atmosphere and the food... Omg the food. Absolutely full of flavor, all very fresh and I felt great afterwards. The only thing I would mention is our attendant made us somewhat feel like we eat quite a lot! We definitely do - but it made us feel a little crappy. The food is amazing - of course I am going to devour it!! read more

Plank Restobar - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

The Rancheros were very delicious. Stuff is cheerful and helpful. Also the French Toast was special. read more

I love this place. Sunday brunch, a patio lunch, small plates to share or just a night cap in a fun bar - its probably the most happening place to be in Bronte. Food is always prepared with care and well presented. My fav's are the sliders, cauliflower fritters, calamari and su mei, truffled macaroni- and great bourbon cocktails. I thought the duck pouting was just so so. Great ambiance, I appreciate a noisy restaurant with no TV's - there is great buzz. As for the american tapas theme - not really - more like small plates to share and they are all really good Restraunteur Doug seems to be the only guy in bronte who knows what he is doing.... this place is awesome. Highly recommend read more

My favourite restaurant in the area! We've been about +10 times in the past year and we've never been disappointed with the food and service! It's affordable and delicious! The staff are very welcoming and down to earth. I recommend Plank to everyone! read more