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sidered approach. Start with a mixed platter of samosas and pakoras then graduate to
the excellent lamb rogan josh.
It's a good idea to share a few dishes here - note that there's a Northern Indian feel to
much of the menu.
FALCONETTI'S EAST SIDE GRILL
PUB
$$
(
www.falconettis.com
; 1812 Commercial Dr; mains $10-22; 11:30am-1pm Sun-Thu,
11:30am-2am Fri & Sat; 20)
A local legend that's expanded far beyond its grungy, hole-
in-the-wall start, Falconetti's is still famed for its house-made sausage hot dogs. You'll
come here for a beer - Storm Scottish Ale (made just down the street) recommended -
but it's a crime not to sink your teeth into a Hot Italian with fries. In summer, aim for a
rooftop patio perch.
The menu, like the establishment, has expanded in recent years, with burgers, steaks
and a popular weekend brunch added to the mix. There's live music here most nights
but consider Tuesday's trivia quiz, which shows that Falconetti's still has a pubbish ap-
proach to a great night out. If you like what you scoff, there's also an adjoining take-
home sausage deli counter.
MERCHANT'S OYSTER BAR
SEAFOOD
$$
(
www.merchantsoysterbar.ca
;
1590 Commercial Dr; small plates from $7-14; 5-11pm daily,
10:30am-2:30pm Sat & Sun; 20)
This classy little corner joint seems like it would be
more at home in chichi Yaletown, but it's developed a loyal following among Drive
locals looking for a romantic night out. There are a few additional small plates (includ-
ing bison tartare), as well as a weekend brunch, but the freshly shucked bivalves in a
candlelit setting are what most come here for.
Check the website before you come for buck-a-shuck specials and happy hours. And
ask about BC wines: there are usually several top tipples to choose from here.
TIMBRE
PUB
$$
(
www.timbrerestaurant.com
;
2068 Commercial Dr; mains $12-19; 4pm-1am Mon-Thu,
4am-2pm Fri, 11am-2am Sat, 11am-1am Sun; Commercial-Broadway)
This buzzy, wood-
lined neighborhood resto-bar is a popular weekend brunch spot (live bluegrass music
included), while its dinner menu focuses on the usual range of comfort grub: burgers,
