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Brasserie l'École

A highly-acclaimed fine dining destination with the atmosphere of a classy but comfy Parisian restaurant. Has both a strong wine list and an extensive beer list, including a good selection of Trappist ales. Great steak-frites but hard to go wrong with anything on the menu. Considered to have some of the best food in Victoria.

Address: 1715 Government St
Hours: Tue-Sat 5:30PM-11PM
Price: Starters $10-20, mains $30-50, steaks from $50
Website: lecole.ca (opens in a new tab)

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