"When it’s been that kind of week, head to Bistro La Franquette in Westmount for some classic comfort food, plus a nicely curated wine list with lots of Italian options. The menu is full of the quintessentials: bottomless bowls of mussels and fries, lovely with an organic German white, and hanger steak with triple-blanched fries, beautifully complemented with a plummy St-Emilion. We love the family feeling at La Franquette, the unfussy, well-made dishes, and the high-ceilinged space. It’s quiet without being austere, and intimate while still suitable for small groups. photo credit: Alison Slattery photo credit: Alison Slattery photo credit: Alison Slattery" - Ivy Lerner-Frank