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"Chef Ryan Lachaine draws inspiration from his Ukrainian heritage and French Canadian upbringing in Manitoba and fuses it with Gulf Coast cuisine to produce the many worthy offerings at this lively Montrose restaurant. The dinner menu boasts exciting fusions like truffle and caviar pierogis and kimchi carbonara. Cool off with a cocktail, like its frozen Kool Beanz, a combination of Maven cold brew, Licor 43, tequila, mezcal, coco bitters, and cinnamon, or opt for one of its more straightforward sips, like its So Fresh, So Clean, a mix of vodka, lime, mint, cucumber, and cava. Must-try dish: The butter sliders are a cult-favorite." - Brittany Britto Garley