La Poule Au Pot

For times when you’re in Victoria but would like to be transported literally anywhere else, there’s charming French restaurant La Poule Au Pot. It’s stuffed to the wooden beams with baskets of dried flowers, hanging grape decorations, and yellowing framed prints, while well-dressed groups sip wine as though it’s a gathering in one of their charming French farmhouses. The food is just as transportive and wholesome—wine-infused beef bourguignon, rich cassoulet, and perfectly cooked guinea fowl, all served with vegetables that are heavy on butter and bacon. It's also worth knowing this is the sister spot to one of our favourite British restaurants, Maggie Jones's in Kensington.

photo credit: La Poule Au Pot

photo credit: La Poule Au Pot

photo credit: La Poule Au Pot