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bestlist Thanh Huong [Vietnamese] 534 Sargent Ave, 204-774‑8888. French‑accented North Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine. The satay beef noodle soup is satisfying. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Thida’s [Thai] 78 Donald St, 204‑942‑2639. Quiet, no- frills location tucked under Chateau 100 that consistently delivers. Green apple salad is a refreshing starter. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V, A Tropikis [Caribbean] 878 Ellice Ave, 204-788‑4733. Well‑appointed, almost elegant setting for island favourites like chickpea, chicken or beef roti shells. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Smoke’s Poutinerie [French Canadian] 131 Albert St, 204‑253‑2873; 400- 855 Regent Ave, 204‑255‑2873. Mounds of fries, rich homemade gravy and cheese curds are just the base. The Montreal smoked meat version with tangy mustard and dill pickle pairs perfectly with a sweet, black cherry soda. IA, M, V Wakoya [Korean/Japanese] 167 Osborne St, 204-783-7777. A menu offering a blend of Korean and Japanese cuisine in space with minimalist aesthetic. Specialties include spicy bulgogi. WA, LP, IA, M, V Vi-Ann [Vietnamese] 1020 Notre Dame , 204-5050-8833. Large portions and fragrant broth make pho the main attraction in this cheap and cheerful destination. WA, LP, IA, M, V 7KHQRRGOHVDUHORQJDQGZLQG\ 7KHURDGLV127 /XQFKRU'LQQHU+RPHRU2IILFH :LQQLSHJ·V IDYRXULWHFODVVLF ,WDOLDQUHVWDXUDQW 6PDOOEDWFK FRRNLQJVLQFH ',1(,1 ‡ '(/,9(5< 5HVHUYDWLRQVUHFRPPHQGHG ZDONLQVZHOFRPH 0DULRQ6W ZZZSDVTXDOHVUHVWFRP worth the drive The Plaza 125 Main St, Kenora, 807-468‑8173. A Grecian holiday found in the heart of Ontario’s lakeside town Kenora. Known for its calamari, saganaki [flaming cheese appetizer] and avgolemono soup. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Chinos 824 M