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Alberta King of Subs
Category: Restaurants Sandwiches Sandwiches [Edit]
7196 Temple Dr NECalgary, AB T1Y 4E8
(403) 293-5809
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
10 reviews for Alberta King of Subs
10 reviews in English
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Review from Gracie d.
Calgary, AB
8/31/2011
My good friend and fellow food lover Olivia recommended Alberta King of Subs to me last year. We're both big fans of poutine and she had heard that the owners of this place are originally from Quebec.
I wasn't disappointed. If you're looking for the most original, authentic- tasting and looking Quebecoise poutine, plus the best deal for your $, Alberta King of Subs is the place to try! They use real cheese curds and their gravy is hot, thick and flavourful... The servings are huge too! Tastes like I'm back in Montreal/ Quebec. Plus, you can wash it all down with Quebec's equivalent of Pilsner, Labatt 50 ("cinquante") beer. Definitely worth the drive to the NE. -
Review from Van B.
1/6/2012
My all time favorite poutine place in Calgary next to the Alley Burger Poutine. This little gem is located in almost NE corner of Calgary near McKnight Blvd.
I've been, for a long time, looking for a great poutine to satisy my poutine cravings and sometimes places like New York Fries is just not enough, I have to take it a step further, travel a bit longer just to make sure my stomach gets what it wants.
My friend and I decided to try this place out after reading review after review of how delicious the poutine was at Alberta King of Subs. So, during one awesomely awesome afternoon we decided to make our way there just to see what the hype was all about!
I looked at their menu, their sandwiches and subs looked delicious as well but my eye was on the prize, my mind was set and I knew what I wanted to try was their poutine so I went ahead and ordered a regular sized poutine, no special kind or variation just straight up old fashion style poutine.
First of all, the poutine came out quick so you didn't have to wait long to satisfy the quench of putting delicious french fries, gravy and cheese curds in your mouth hand over fist. The fries were done just right, not soggy like I find at a lot of other places, the gravy was the perfect thickness and not salty and the cheese curds, man, those cheese curds. The size of the regular was humongous I could hardly finish half of it but I tried, I chewed, I drooled the poutine slowly disappeared and by the time I finally finished it I thought I'd have to get carted out on a wheel chair...or stretcher. -
Review from Terrence L.
Calgary, AB
12/12/2011
Ok, I'm a little biased here, but I've given this place 3 tries now, and each time I was pretty underwhelmed, even to the point of being kinda scared. I've spoken with the owners, and some other Quebecois who swear by this place, but I just can't get over the sandwiches' appearance at each visit, each time months apart from each other. A Montreal themed deli, despite the Alberta name, they were for some time the ONLY place to get a real smoked meat sandwich in this town. Sooo, when I moved to Calgary, it was on my priority of places to go (this was long before any of the other places opened).
What I got, well, was a smoked meat sandwich that tasted ok, not as salted and spiced as some of the other places I've been to and reviewed, but still a decent sandwich. I haven't tried the poutine yet, which is supposedly their forté, so maybe when I get the courage again.
So, what you've read so far isn't all that bad, right? Well, there's another reason why I was so non-plused each time.... the meat wasn't the vibrant red that a Montrealer would expect, but instead a dull off-putting gray colour, as if instead of steaming the meat, they boiled it for hours (boil a piece of beef and watch it turn colour). Now if this was the event of 1 trip, I would be fair and maybe still try it. But, I've tried this place 3 times now, and each time with the same result. In food, you crave with your eyes first, then nose and finally the taste... well, they got the nose and taste perfect... but the eyes.... well... blech.
Sorry guys, I'd love to give this place a great review, and yes it does taste good, but I still just can't get over that. If every other smoked meat place in town can do it right, why can't they? -
Review from Crystal E.
Calgary, AB
Finally made the trip to Alberta King of Subs after hearing about their delicious poutine from those who did the poutine crawl a few months ago. Poutine is one of my favourite foods, so I can be pretty skeptical when people make recommendations to me about it.
When we arrived, there was two people ahead of us and even they mentioned how good the food was! So far so good then. I ordered the full size (what was I thinking?!) hot dog poutine and my friend had the smoked meat version. It didn't take very long for our orders and let me tell you, we were blown away by the portion size! I wasn't sure I would be able to finish the meal by myself... but alas, it wasn't a problem (apparently I was hungry). Each poutine was completely delicious - fries cooked just right, gravy tasty and not too salty, and a delightful amount of cheese curds. All I could say was wow! Craving satisfied.
Although it might be a bit of a trek to visit this place, it is worth it. I didn't get a sandwich (who would have room?!) but the ones coming out for orders looked fantastic. The service was also really friendly, which I always appreciate in places such as this. All in all, a good experience and I can't wait to go again (although my waistline is fine waiting awhile!). -
Review from Joanna C.
Calgary, AB
2/7/2012 1 photo
Pure awesomeness. Although I must admit, I never actually tried any of their subs, because I always go for the poutine with a pickle on the side and Spruce Beer. I'm not sure where else you can get Spruce Beer in Calgary.
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Review from Stephanie C.
Calgary, AB
2/6/2011
A few co-workers had decided to go here for lunch this week, when I asked what this place was, all they said was "montreal smoked meat". Having been to Montreal many times in my youth and having searched the city for somthing similar, I was willing to try it.
Holy Momma! This place is delicious. I had the queen's platter, a 4oz sandwich with fries, pickle and a pop. Came to about $13, what a deal!
On to the meat...when you bite, there is no struggle, sliced perfectly the meat falls apart. the mustard (your choice of dijon or regular, I chose regular but got dijon, sok though) adds a kick to the whole experience. The fries are made there, not sure if they are fresh cut or whatever but I ate every one. The pickle wasn't anything special. My coworker had the poutine, it looked so good.
This is only the tip of the iceberg for this place, the menu is huge! There are hot/cold subs, poutine, burgers, hot dogs, next time I'm going to try the meatball sub. -
Review from Patrick G.
Calgary, AB
4/15/2011
I went in on a recommendation from someone, and ordered the Montreal Smoked Meat sandwich. At first impression, the sandwich was HUGE, and I had high hopes, but it was something of a letdown. The quality of the meat wasn't very good, the quality of slicing wasn't good at all, and the flavour wasn't right.
It was a pretty decent sandwich overall, but for the price, I honestly expected a lot more, since I've had far better in several places for less money. -
Review from Cornelius V.
Calgary, AB
12/14/2010
WOW! It's delicious, it's priced reasonably, they don't cheap out on portions, they do it the way it's supposed to be done, AND they have some personality! And it's in CALGARY of all places! WOOOOWWWW.
The fries are fresh, and properly cut and cooked. The gravy is real. They actually use cheese curds. And when you get a yul smoked meat poutine, it contains way more than a quarter of a handful of smoked meat! What a concept!
I love it. There actually is hope in this city. It kinda sucks, actually, because this place demonstrates that (unless this place loses hand over fist in money every day) there is no excuse for food in this city being so expensive AND mediocre. Awesome awesome awesome. -
Review from Kathy J.
Calgary, AB
1/10/2009
I'm not French Canadian, but I've eaten plenty of genuine Montreal Style Smoked Beef during my visits to Montreal. This sub shop is as genuine as it gets, and it's in the heart of North East Calgary. We only discovered this shop recently, when a French Canadian friend of ours suggested it to us.
Portions are huge. And Delicious. My hubby and I shared a Smoke Meat Sandwich ($9.95) and a small poutine. I got a can of Grape Crush to drink, and the Mr. got a can of genuine cherry soda, imported from Quebec.
The atmosphere is very authentic and by no means fancy (and I mean that in the best possible way). There are mismatched maps of Montreal on the wall and lots of French sports clippings and posters.
The service was typically Albertan; warm and friendly.
So, that's that. Go there if you love hearty food, or have an unhealthy obsession with poutine like I do. -
Review from Katie F.
5/31/2010
My Candadian friend took me here for my first dose of poutine. Fries+gravy+cheese curd=crazy delicious. Also, homemade beef jerky? Yes please!
