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@ Simply Biscotti: A lovely spot to break the workday doldrums. Try the spicy, chocolatey black pepper biscotti. They also offer sandwiches and can grill them too. Great courtyard for al fresco eating. (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ West End Station Bistro: Go for the the $30 Friday night table d'hôte: velvety tomato soup to start, a grilled New York steak or chicken with herbed wild mushrooms, and a chocolate torte or creamy creme brulee to end. (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ Chez Lucien: Keep this gastro-gem to yourself: Spoil yourself with the Chez Lucien burger, with bacon, cream cheese and mushrooms, then the simple yet satisfying Chocolate Fondue to end. (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ Atelier Inc: Science meets artfully made food: Corona ice cream with crushed pretzels, powdered butter, bacon tapioca and sous vide bison, onion paper and black truffle with morels and more. A treat. (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ Singha Thai Fine Cuisine: We searched high and low for Ottawa's best pad thai, and Singha Thai's is high on our list: Easy on price, heavy on sugar, but comes with chicken for the meat lover. (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ Royal Thai: We searched high and low for Ottawa's best pad thai, and Royal Thai's ranked high on our list: it's full of shrimp, and best of all, it's a huge portion. (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ Sukothai Restaurant: We searched high and low for Ottawa's best pad thai, and it's found here: For the shrimp lover, this traditional Pad Thai is perfect. All flavours blend well without any one dominating taste buds. (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ Flying Piggy's: In the mood for carbs, comfort and rich sauces? Start with the varied Antipasto for Two plate, then the Flighty Boar, a white wine-cream sauce over prosciutto, mushrooms and fettuccine. (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ Mezza Restaurant: Go for the $25 Movie and Dinner special, a two-course affair. Start with hummus or the beef-stuffed Laham B’Agein turnovers, then lamb kafta or beef kebabs with lemony potatoes and colourful Fatouch s (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ Thai Ivory Cuisine: Don't let the huge menu overwhelm you! Here's our picks: cups of Green Tea and chicken Thai Spring Rolls to start, then (our fave) the peanutty Massaman Curry or Basil Noodle dish with BBQ Pork. (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ Vinnie's Pasta Bar: Nothing pretentious or trendy about Vinnie's, just tasty food and friendly service. Start with the garlicky Garlic Shrimp, then the soup of the day (Cream of Asparagus when we went) and the rich and c (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ Holiday Inn Harbourview Hotel Halifax (Nova Scotia): Exquisite food in a hotel? It can be found at Cafe 101 at Harbourview. Start with the crisp, light calamari, then the flavourful Meadowbrook Pork Tenderloin or butter-poached Sambro Halibut. (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ Minato Sushi Japanese Restuarant: Watch the sushi chefs in action while you fill up on plates of light and crisp gyoza, akadashi (red miso) soup, and either the fresh Sashimi Dinner or Yokohama Dinner (nigiri and salmon roll). (1 day ago) [Link]
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@ Studio Cafe, Four Seasons Toronto: The Dynasty-esque restaurant is outdated, but oh, the food! Order the prix fixe: Go with deconstructed Tuna Nicoise, tasty Broiled Mackerel or robust, tender Beef Cheek, and a scoop of ice cream. (3 weeks ago) [Link]
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@ Union Restaurant: Start with the Elk Sliders, then Housemade Charcuterie (featuring pork cheeks and terrine). The Sticky Ribs are fall-off-the-bone good. Family-style veg and potatoes come with mains for no charge too! (3 weeks ago) [Link]
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@ Aquila: Start with Smoked Salmon Wrapped Scallops to start, then the juicy Veal Provimi Chop. Service goes the extra mile — they gave a companion painkillers for a headache! They treat everyone like family. (3 weeks ago) [Link]
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@ bocca on baldwin: Start with the Grilled Calamari marinated with chipotle, lime and olive oil, then a truly divine find: the Penne Anatra, full of smoked duck, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes and chive-vodka cream sauce. (3 weeks ago) [Link]
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@ Quinn's Steakhouse & Bar: The steaks are good (but not stunning) and the veggies great, but between the raucous crowd at the bar and the tiny pub-like tables, it's clear this is not a steakhouse. (3 weeks ago) [Link]
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@ Messis: Serene, sophisticated but not snobby — this place is built to last. Try the plump, coconutty Seared Jumbo Scallops to start, then the juicy, tender, deeply spiced Herb Marinated Half Cornish Hen. (3 weeks ago) [Link]
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@ Route 99 Diner: This unpretentious spot has a full menu, but go for the Montreal smoked meat sandwich on toasted rye. The fries are crisp, the meat plentiful. A chocolate milkshake goes perfectly. Save room for pie! (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Death By Chocolate: Meet your happy, happy end with a true Death by Chocolate: Try the cream puff, or chocolate caramel cake paired with silky hot chocolate. Don't forget to have dinner beforehand at Block 1912! (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Block 1912: Go for the quiche and salad combo (we had an eggy, spinach slice with a feta-laden Greek salad) and fizzy grapefruit Italian soda, then head next door for yummy dessert at Death By Chocolate. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Creations - Sawridge Inn: Here for a wine tasting? Lucky you. The five-course (soft-shell crab, BBQ duck burgers, pork tenderloin, bacon-wrapped elk and banana tempura with ice cream — all matched to great wine) is divine. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Brits Fish & Chips: Anglophiles belong here: the mushy peas are delightful; the Abbotts Ginger Beer sinus-clearing' the heaping pile of cod and chips is crisp, light and greaseless, and there are deep-fried Mars bars. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Seoul BBQ Restaurant: Meat lovers heaven here: Go for the marinated beef short ribs or tender marinated chicken bulgogi, and on the side, Japche potato noodles and a bevy of banchan veggie accompaniments. Attentive staff! (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ The District: Get the signature bucket-o-bacon (self explanatory, no?), duck confit poutine, jalapeno cheddar bacon wings, or beef short ribs — and wash it all down with a made-in-Calgary Brew Brothers beer. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Bali Indonesian Restaurant: Try the Bali platter (croquettes, rolls and more) to showcase the multi-culti influences of Indonesian food, then the coconut-tinged beef rendang stew or the slow-release spicy nasi goreng fried rice. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Tommy Burger: This place is an upgrade on the classic burger diner, but be sure to get a cherry coke float or a thick milkshake. Build your own burger and make sure to have delicious maple pepper bacon added on. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Allium Bistro: A bistro with classic French touches: Try the intriguing, raw Scallop Crudo on smoked potato, then the classic Steak Frites. The lip-puckering, bruleed Lemon Tart with ice cream is a great way to end. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Whalesbone Oyster House: Transport yourself to the Maritimes with the Clam Chowder, then the Catch of the Evening (Nfld Wild Mackerel when we were there). End by licking clean the mousse-ice-cream-n-cake Whiskey Sour dessert. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Big Easy's: This is an Easy place to like: Start with the six-oyster tasting, then the Crab Cakes. The Shrimp and Crab Gumbo is authentic with lots of okra and sassafrass. Vanilla Crème Brûlée is a perfect end. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Zazaza: Everything from plain cheese to gourmet is offered here. Start with Potato Crisps, then a loaded Crazy Horse pizza. Avoid the Surf Da Turf and go to Bill's Threesome, a choc-banana-PB crowd-pleaser. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Indian Buffet Palace: Try everything: Lentil Soup; Dal Makhani lentils & kidney beans; Chicken Kofta Masala meatballs; Chicken Biryani; Alu Ghobi potatoes/cauliflower; Mixed Veg & Tofu. Don't forget a mango lassi to drink. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Talay Thai: Start with the Fresh Spring Rolls. Then, follow with the richly flavoured Masaman Curry Chicken or the spicy Cashew Tofu, which proved to be our favourite. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ FRED: If you're at Whet Cafe, try the greaseless Curried Lentil Samosa or a Panini (we had bacon, egg, tomato, arugula and cheddar) — among our top sammies ever! End with a coffee and a cute cupcake. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Seasons: Start with a pear-walnut Arugula Salad. Then, a monstrous Curry Chicken Wrap (you'll take half home) or creative Mushroom Croustini to fill you up. End with a slice of Chocolate Cheesecake. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Casa Sushi: Nothing new or revolutionary here, but it's a handy dining option if you're in the mood for inexpensive sushi on the Danforth. Try the Curry Shrimp, a small but dazzlingly flavoured dish. (May 6, 2010) [Link]
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@ Chi Ko Roo: The menu's all over the place, but it's all fresh, flavourful and affordable. Start with luscious, garlicky Jumbo Shrimp Appetizer, then the Chicken Schnitzel or the beastly huge Filet Mignon Salad. (April 29, 2010) [Link]
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@ Segovia: Start with the Crab Croquetas and Green Mussels Tomato Diablo, then their signature Paella Mixta with seafood, chorizo and chicken. We ended up taking half home — you get your money's worth here. (April 29, 2010) [Link]
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@ Le Papillon on the Park: Start with the creamy, mild Cretons à l’Ancienne, then (because this is Toronto's original creperie), the Crepe Bergère (lamb, apple, raisin) and Crepe Continentale (like chicken pot pie in a crepe). (April 29, 2010) [Link]
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@ Cork & Fin: Raw and chilled food reigns at this seafood winebar. Try the shrimp cocktail, scallop ceviche, Dungeness crab (on gazpacho and avocado) and the seared halibut. Small, accessible wine list, too. (April 8, 2010) [Link]
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@ Ruth's Chris Steak House: Pricey, but worth it. Our corn-fed 12 oz ribeye somehow tasted lighter, sweeter than your average steak. The perfect side? Brown sugar and pecan-crusted puréed sweet potato casserole and a mojito. (April 8, 2010) [Link]
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@ Vero Bistro Moderne: A neighbourhood spot where regulars sit elbow to elbow. Try the sweet potato gnocchi with boar bacon or the top notch olive and parmesan-crusted lamb chops. Finish well with an espresso-rum tiramisu. (April 8, 2010) [Link]
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@ zen kitchen: Enlighten yourself with a vegan but flavourful meal. Try apple miso tofu skewers and the crunchy mushrooms. Zen even has true vegan wines made without animal-derived filtering ingredients. (April 8, 2010) [Link]
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@ Elephant's Eye Decor & Cafe: Try the Seafood Crepe — light, stuffed with tiny shrimp, scallop (and mussels on the side) — or the decadent Smoked Salmon Melt Panini, with roasted veggies. End with their famous Gingerbread. (April 8, 2010) [Link]
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@ Mildred's Temple Kitchen: A beautiful loft-like space worth visiting. Try the fall-off-the-bone Short Rib Roast or the intoxicating Classic Mildred Burger — pillowy bun, piled with crisp onion and tomato relish. (April 8, 2010) [Link]
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