Best Other European: Chambar

Nico and Karri Schuermans continue to delight at Chambar (Gold), their boisterous Belgian room; our judges love the moules frites and rich dishes like the braised lamb shank with honey, figs, cinnamon, and cilantro. Chambar.com

At Senova (Silver) Manny Ferreira keeps a lock on the Kerrisdale locals with Portuguese-fine-dining theme nights that shine the spotlight on paella, pasta, and totally delectable suckling pig.

Bronze to Athene’s for filo-wrapped lamb, prosciutto-and-feta stuffed chicken, and simple char-grilled halibut.

Honourable Mention to the cornerstones of Sean Heather’s kingdom, The Irish Heather and Shebeen Whiskey House which dish serviceable but carefully cooked fare like bangers ’n’ mash and corned beef.

Honourable Mention also to Transylvania Flavour for flavoursome cabbage rolls and robust sausages.

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