"Though the French Broad River flooded the Bull and Beggar during Tropical Storm Helene, the River Arts District landmark managed to reopen its iconic high-ceilinged, wood-and-brick dining room at the end of January after major renovations. Chef/co-owner Matthew Dawes is back in the game, serving his locally loved menu full of French favorites, including the popular steak frites with sauce au poivre, as well as options such as escargot a la bourguignon, cote du boeuf, and onion soup gratinée." - Gina Smith