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Original Joe's
Categories: Restaurants Canadian (New) Nightlife Bars Pubs Canadian (New), Pubs [Edit]
5 Giroux RdSt Albert, AB T8N 6J8
(780) 418-8802
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Music:
- Background
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Thu, Sat
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Loud
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Has TV:
- Yes
8 reviews for Original Joe's
8 reviews in English
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Review from Kristin K.
Edmonton, AB
Updated - 6/27/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Went to original Joe's last night (Sunday) around 9PM with Hubby and a girlfriend of mine who was visiting from out of town.
The place was packed - patio full and only a few spots left in the restaurant - always a good sign on a Sunday night!
First - I must apologize that I didn't take any pictures last night - we were starving and dug right in because it looked so delish!
We ordered three items to share amongst us:
RED TRACTOR NACHOS
crisp corn tortillas piled high; layered with a blend of melted cheeses, roma tomatoes, red and green onions, black olives and jalapenos. served with fire roasted salsa and sour cream. 16.49
ADD SPICY BEEF, CAJUN CHICKEN, OR PULLED PORK 3.99 EACH GUACAMOLE 2.99
We elected to add pulled pork for $3.99 - So good! Our guest was most impressed! We asked for extra salsa and that was brought without charge. First of all - the platter was HUGE - and I really like that they layer REAL (not processed) cheese throughout the layers of tri-colored chips. The only tweeny weeny complaint tonight - they forgot the olives but there certainly were more than enough toppings to last throughout the platter that we couldn't even finish!
I know the price on these nachos might seem a little high but the quality is outstanding - if you love nachos - you absolutely MUST give these a try!
We also tried 2 of their summer features (none of us had tried these before)
Dragon Boat Lettuce Wraps
Oven roasted chicken breast, fresh seasonal vegetables and crisp chow mein noodles; sautéed in a hoisin peanut sauce, topped with freshly squeezed lime juice, chopped cilantro and toasted cashews. 10.99
The Lettuce Wraps were my husband's absolute favorite dish - sweet and salty from the hoisson sauce! I thought the lettuce leaves they used could have been slightly larger to better "wrap" the food - they seemed like standard romaine leaves. I have had this dish at Asian restaurants where they give you the lettuce that is meant for wrapping (and you can buy these now at Superstore if you want to make your own!)
I have to admit - probably just my own frugalness - I would prefer to see the Lettuce Wraps priced around $9.99 rather than $10.99... For a smal bowl of chicken and noodles with veggies and 6 large lettuce leaves - I think their profit margin would still be okay.
And lastly...
Gogi Tacos
Slow roasted pork shoulder, simmered in a light, korean inspired sesame soy sauce; served on fire grilled tortillas with a spicy chili garlic aioli, topped with fresh ginger-cilantro slaw and served with a side of sweet potato fries. feed your seoul! 10.99
Absolutely delicious and the first time I have ever had their sweet potato fries! They were like fries on crack - unbelievably delicious - sweet, salty, crunchy goodness! The Gogi tacos were excellent - great flavor - very fresh - but I didn't catch the "spicy" part - in fact, I didn't find them spicy at all.
And for dessert we shared their HUMUNGOUS Dirt Pie! 2 huge pieces of ice cream pie with cookie crust and chocolate and caramel sauce drizzled over it for $6.99 - YUM YUM YUMMY!
The three of us could barely finish our appetizer, 2 mains, and dessert - it was a feast fit for a king!
All of us agreed that we would definitely order these same dishes again!Listed in: Treats & Sweets!, All Star Food!
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6/3/2011
My husband and I recently discovered Original Joe's and have since been back 3 times in only a few… Read more »
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Review from Brittany K.
Edmonton, AB
4/5/2012 1 Check-in Here
Let's just start off by saying I don't really like chains, but as far as chains go, Original Joes is one of the ones I like a whole lot more. Because as a restaurant, here's all you need to do to make me love you, even if you are kinda chainy: offer two sides with all your entrees. You might think that's not healthy, but these aren't your ordinary sides of french fries, sweet potato fries, and onion rings. Yeah, they offer those, but they also offer healthy options like caesar salad, a house salad with about a dozen different dressing options, fresh veggie and dip, roasted veggies, and my personal favourite (but not really healthy), mashed potatoes.
Service was average, not bad considering how busy it was for a Wednesday at noon. I was surprised to get ID'd. I know it's technically an adults-only place, but on Wednesday at noon when all I'm ordering is a club soda, I get carded? Weird.
Definitely not a bad veggie burger, actually one of the best I've eaten recently. I requested no cheese and they followed my order. Not too shabby! A good lunch date with one of my besties, even if it's a little out of the way.Listed in: Four-Stars, Date Night, Lunch Break, Good For Groups, Best Happy Hour
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Review from Maggie D.
Edmonton, AB
3/31/2012
I went here last night with the BF and the BFF..not bad at all. I had the sirloin salad: the salad itself was pretty good..the sirloin steak, a bit meh..it was meant to be medium, but it we definitely on the medium-well done side.
But the sweet potato fires are absolutely fab...full of salty, fried, yammie goodness! Must try!
The peach belini..could use a little work. I've defo had better.
But what I DO really like about Original Joe's is that its an adults only place (no not that kind of "adults only"!) so it's definitely a plus for me! -
Review from Ernesto C.
St Albert, AB
8/29/2011
Wife and I went there yesterday for an early dinner. I had the pulled pork sandwich and wife had the double dog. Both were great and service was perfect. We've never had a bad meal here!
I'm from the southern US originally and this is the closest to pulled pork sandwiched from my all time favourite place, Red Hot and Blue. They even put cole slaw on the sandwich just like I'm used to. (If you haven't tried it, be adventurous - it's great! -
Review from Matt F.
St Albert, AB
9/6/2011 1 Check-in Here
Best place to grab some food and hang out with friends! Food is great! Waitresses all rock! Everyone of them!
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Review from Andre D.
Edmonton, AB
1/30/2011
This Original Joe's went through a renovation. I don't know what it was like before but this renovation looks like it was for the worst. Just seemed bland with booths on one side and bench seating and high chairs on the other. In the middle is just an arrangement of tables and chairs. Very basic.
The service was pretty bad too. The place wasn't busy for lunch and the waitress took a long time to take our orders. The beers came about 10 minutes later. I don't condone crappy service. I'll be sticking to the downtown/Glenora Original Joe's from now on. -
Review from Jamieson D.
Morinville, AB
10/25/2009
Burgers, nachos, and sweet potato fries oh my!!! This place is great. The food has taste, its well presented and you will not leave hungry. There is a reason why its always busy......duh the foods good AND NO MINORS!!!! Sorry parents but I'm a parent too and I even want to get away from my kids for a night of fun and a couple drinks. This is the place to be if you want to have a great meal, at a great price without all the family meltdowns at the dinner table.
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Review from Ken K.
St Albert, AB
7/27/2010
Very good food, excellent service. Have an iceberg (beer with Margarita mix float). Sweet potato fries are great. Order extra cheese on natchos. No minors.
