Café Provence

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While the focus is on Provençal and French specialties such as moules marinière and bouillabaisse-inspired seafood stew, this elegant bistro also serves up non-French fare, such as succulent burgers (made from local grass-fed beef), wood-fired pizzas and ricotta-roasted vegetable ravioli at dinnertime, or clam chowder and barbecue pulled-pork sandwiches for lunch.

For a bite on the go, check out Provence's sister eatery, Gourmet Provence Bakery, a French-style bakery, sandwich, wine and cheese shop around the corner.

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