Our take on the jalapeño popper, built for sharing. Whole jalapeños are stuffed with cheese, finished with crispy bacon and green onions, and served with garlic aioli. It is the plate that lands first when a table of friends sits down for drinks in downtown London.
Heat and richness are the whole idea here. The jalapeño brings the sharp, green heat; the cheese filling softens it into something creamy; the bacon adds salt and crunch. Green onions cut through the richness so the last one tastes as good as the first.
It sits in the To Begin section of our menu alongside HQ Poutine, Bird & Bone Wings and the Ultimate Nachos, and it is designed to be eaten with your hands while the first round of cocktails arrives. Order a couple of starters for the table and you have the makings of a proper after-work evening.
* Menu items and pricing are subject to change — see our online ordering page for live details.
Downtown London guest
“A much-needed new restaurant and cocktail bar in the core. The menu blends flavours from several cultures, and both the food and the cocktails feel elevated but still approachable — great for lunch and for after-work drinks.”
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Cocktails and dinner regular
“Come for the cocktails and stay for the evening. The bar program is a standout and the space is stylish but comfortable — it really does feel like a house where you can relax and share plates with friends.”
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Works in the core
“An excellent addition to downtown London. Friendly staff, a welcoming vibe, and a room that is clearly built for the people who work and live downtown. You end up lingering over the meal instead of rushing back to the office.”
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The Jalapeño Bomb Squad is $16.95 on the To Begin section of our menu.
They carry a medium kick. The cheese filling and garlic aioli mellow the jalapeño heat, so most guests find them comfortable to share.
No — they are topped with crispy bacon. Ask our team about other starters if you need a vegetarian option.
Our most-shared starters are the Jalapeño Bomb Squad, HQ Poutine, Bird & Bone Wings and the HQ Ultimate Nachos. All are available to dine in at 219 Queens Ave or for takeout and delivery.
We are on the corner of Queen’s Avenue in the heart of the core — a short walk from Richmond Row, Victoria Park and the downtown offices.