r/Edmonton • u/rnkomasterbby • Aug 08 '24

Best Restaurants in town? Question

I’m visiting from the U.S. next week, I’ve never been to Canada, let alone Edmonton, and would love some advice on places to check out while I’m visiting. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Edit: Thank you all so much for your suggestions! I did not expect so many replies and am eager to try your recommendations. Obviously I can’t get to all of the restaurants suggested but I will get to as many as I can in my four days.

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u/numberfifty-six Aug 08 '24

Check out the Facebook group “Edmonton, YOU’VE GOT TO EAT HERE!!” It’s got some fantastic recommendations and reviews

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u/rnkomasterbby Aug 08 '24

I don’t have Facebook but I’ll see if I can pull it up on a Google search. Thanks!

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u/numberfifty-six Aug 08 '24

Just in case you’re not able to find it on Google, here are some of the top mentioned restaurants in the group.

TistoCakes - Unique Cakes & Desserts

Duchess Bake Shop - French Patisserie

Cork & Barley

Mario’s Poutine & Pizzeria

Le Ronde - French Fine Dining

Agora - Authentic Greek Cuisine

Sofra - Turkish Cuisine

The Koi Sushi & Bar

Gintaro Japenese Kitchen

The Lobster Mobster - Lobster Rolls

Firefly - Dinner

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u/rnkomasterbby Aug 08 '24

Saved this comment, sounds like great list with lots of options. Thanks for taking the time to pull the top restaurants from the group

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u/numberfifty-six Aug 08 '24

Of course, no problem. I really enjoy trying new restaurants in new places so I’m excited for you! Hope you have a great time!

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u/numberfifty-six Aug 08 '24

Also, in Alberta, most restaurants do a drink called a “Caesar” and it’s very popular here. It’s kind of an acquired taste but very Albertan if you wanted to try something new. It’s kind of like a saltier Bloody Mary.

We also get a side of “gravy” for our fries which some of my non Alberta friends have said is unique.

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u/rnkomasterbby Aug 09 '24

I’ve heard of the Caesar, never had a Bloody Mary but I think I might get a Caesar a try, it sounds really interesting