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| - Tucked at the end, in a row of commercialized joints including Subway and Fresh, lies one of the coziest, most quaint restaurants in the city. Jules is as French as you can get.
From the energetic chef/owner who seems to dance in the open kitchen - between shaking hands and sometimes hugging his guests - to the white-washed decor, communal tables and decorative chandeliers, this place whispers sweet somethings of Provence and Bordeaux.
The menu is simple - quiches, crepes, croque monsieurs. But there are a few special items that embrace their North American assimilation - yet maintain that French je ne sais quoi. The Arrogant Burger is my all time favourite meal - and I order it every time since first trying it. Ground beef made-to-order, brie, caramelized onion, lettuce, gerkin and tomato on a square, soft ciabatta-like roll. Served with shoestring frites - or your choice of half-and-half: fries and salad...it's a piece of France in your mouth.
Lunches are super busy...service can sometimes be slow. But the food and ambience make up for what would otherwise be a frustrating wait.
They've just introduced a daily special: steak and frites from 4-6pm are just $12.50.
Overall, Jules doesn't disappoint and will keep me coming back...especially because it's just 2 minutes from both my house and my office!
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