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Toff in Town-November 2024
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Nov 21, 2024

　　An atmospheric venue well suited to cabaret, the Toff also works for intimate gigs by rock gods, avant-folksters and dance-hall queens. The moody bar next door serves post-set drinks of the French wine and cocktail variety. Asian-influenced food is also available, but book ahead to nab a table.

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