Drag Brunch Saved My Life
The 116 Smokin’ Bistro, Belleville ON
Season 1, Episode 5
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L (Coarse Language), TV-14, 04-Feb-2026
The 116 Smokin' Bistro in Belleville has several successful events in the evening, including live bands and stand-up comedy nights, but struggles to bring in daytime customers.
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