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1. Alhambra Books
WOW!!! If I could give Alhambra six stars I would. I can't believe in all of my years of book shopping and bookstore adventures I've never been here before now.
The selection is the most extensive I've ever seen... period. I mean, they actually HAVE…More »
2. Wee Book Inn
I love books. My three bookshelves are packed full and beginning to be double-stacked. And while there are a lot of little bookstores that sell used books in the Whyte ave area, this one is my favorite by far.
The store has two floors, and is actually…More »
3. The Book Cellar
One of my favorite spots to hang out on my lunch break, The Book Cellar offers (mostly) new books at a major discount!
I'm not sure if they just take overflow from other bookstores or what, but this place gets about a handful of each new book they…More »
4. The Movie Studio
This is my favorite movie rental place in the city. They have an extensive selection of older and indie films, some stuff I haven't even been able to find available to buy online. They also have a huge anime section which some of my friends really…More »
5. Art Gallery of Alberta
What a cool place to check out. It's quiet, fun, and a cost effective way to spend half a day.
The building just looks so cool. And it looks different depending on where you are within the building. Yes, I have stood on the stairs just staring at the…More »
6. Bulk Barn
I love Bulk Barn!!! I'm not a huge advocate of bulk bins in grocery stores, mostly due to stale food/low turnover, but Bulk Barn is different. They have everything... EVERYTHING you could ever want.
Most useful to me is the variety of bulk baking…More »
7. IKEA
Edmonton, AB T6N 1M3
(780) 433-6000
Categories:
Furniture Stores,
Kitchen & Bath,
Department Stores
Oh IKEA, if only you knew the joy you bring me!
I have so much stuff from IKEA. The great thing about the place is you can have the cheap, bare-bone basics or you can spend a little more money to get something classier. They have a really good price…More »
8. Laser Quest
So, the first time I went to Laser Quest I was ... 23 years old. Yes, I missed out on laser tag when I was a kid. I think it's because it had the word "tag" in it, which just brought back horrible childhood memories.
This place is pretty big, has a…More »
9. DeSerres
DeSerres has everything you need for pretty much any art project. Drawing and painting are come-and-go hobbies of mine and I've been around to a lot of different places over the years for supplies. DeSerres has a great selection, as well as great…More »
10. Bikram Yoga
After a long hiatus, I'm back at Bikram Yoga. It's great! I'm not going to say a lot in this review, as I've covered the basics already in my previous.
I've noticed that after coming regularly for a while now, the class seems shorter and shorter. I…More »
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7/6/2011
When it comes to yoga, Bikram is definitely one of my favorite places to go.
The location is fairly… Read more »
11. The Chopped Leaf
Normally I'd give a place like this four stars, but the insane stomach-settling and craving-fulfilling power that this place possesses inclined me to award it that fifth star.
Right off the bat I was a little confused, because the prices online vs.…More »
12. The Paint Spot
I went here for some painting supplies recently (I don't really paint, I just had a crafty vision for which painting was required) and the customer service I got was phenomenal. From setting foot in the store to when I exited, staff were super…More »
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8/25/2011
Since the move from their previous Whyte Ave location, The Paint Spot has undergone a few changes.… Read more »
13. Goodwill Industries of Alberta
I always find interesting items here! Recently bought a really nice winter skirt and a creepy Santa ornament for a gag gift. While I was here I saw a lot of brand name items, and most of these were in great condition. The place is fairly well…More »
14. Garneau Theatre
What can I say? Cheap tickets, friendly staff, comfy seats, and interesting movies. Whenever I go here it's essentially equivalent to picking a movie at random and I've never been let down. Though sometimes, depending on the movie, I've come out of…More »
15. Edmonton Public Library - Millwoods Branch
I've been going to this library since I was a kid, and though it may not have the widest selection in the city I do like the place. It's tidy, and despite the size you can find a lot of interesting things here. Of course, the library allows you to…More »
16. Mill Woods Recreation Centre
Edmonton, AB T6K 3Z3
(780) 496-2900
The Mill Woods Recreation Centre offers a variety of activities. Throughout my life I've done many things here, including swimming lessons, kickboxing, spin bike classes, going to the fitness centre, and on one occasion attempting to play squash (and…More »
17. The Lobby
Edmonton, AB T6E 2B2
(780) 433-0600
Man, this place is great. If you're into cult, retro, or just downright weird flicks, seriously check this place out.
The owner is totally chill. How chill, you may ask? Well, I didn't have to pay ANY late charges even though I had a few movies late…More »
18. Telus World of Science Edmonton
I love Telus World of Science. I've been going here since I was a kid and I still enjoy watching IMAX films, playing on the giant piano, seeing shows in the Margaret Zeidler Theatre, and checking out new exhibits.
This establishment has gone through…More »
19. Friends & Neighbors Cafe
I had brunch here for the first time yesterday after pondering on going to this place for a long time. The exterior is kind of cluttered and sketchy looking and once you get inside it smells a little unappetizing -- two things that prevented me from…More »
20. Steeps the Urban Tea House
What I like about Steeps, other than it being a great place to study or chill in the evening, is that it doesn't sell itself the way other tea/coffee chains do. They provide tea cups if you are dining in; they don't expect you to buy some overpriced…More »
21. Garden Bakery
The basics have been covered already, so here's what I like about this bakery.
It smells soooo good. I mean, bakeries smell good, but this one smells extra good.
A lot of their cakes sold by the slice are the same cakes you get in restaurants, only…More »
22. Neelkamal Indian Grocery & Movies
Edmonton, AB T6L 6B8
(780) 490-1740
I really love this store. Mostly I come here for spices. They have awesome prices on spices in general, and they carry packages of all sizes (just a bit or several hundred grams). They also offer a lot of ready made spice mixes. Whenever my cooking…More »
23. Big City Cupcakes
I've been on a quest. A quest for delicious cupcakes. And, folks, that quest may be over.
I've been hopping around Edmonton lately trying to find a decent cupcake joint. I don't really understand where the trend came from, but so far, I haven't been…More »
24. Whyte Knight Toys & Games
I've been to Whyte Knight several times, usually when I need some random nerdy thing (like rare MTG cards) that I can't find elsewhere. For most things their prices are good, it really depends what you're shopping for. I think a lot of the vintage…More »
25. Winners
This is one of two Winners stores in the city that I frequent. This Winners seems to get more quality items than other locations (Mat & Natt wallets, for example) and is less picked through than other popular shopping locations such as WEM.
Generally…More »
26. Winners
This is one of two Winners locations that I shop at regularly.
This Winners definitely carries a lot of quality items and is not terribly picked through. I've found really crazy bargains here, and the brand names they carry are great (but they do…More »
27. Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons is the perfect cross between a coffee shop and a bakery. OK, so their baked goods are sent in frozen, but you get my point. I can sit down, have some tea or coffee and get some *decent* and inexpensive food here, not the $4 tea biscuits…More »
28. Block 1912
Edmonton, AB T6E 1Z9
(780) 433-6575
Categories:
Bakeries,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt,
Coffee & Tea
Block 1912 is yet another coffee shop on Whyte ave. The shop has a large interior and is decorated rather whimsically. I enjoy the atmosphere and the comfy couches. It's fun just to sit in a corner and watch people interact.
I love love love the…More »
29. Opa!
Good for fast food. Not too expensive, good tzatziki, and the staff are friendly. Compared to other Opa! restaurants I've been to, this one tends to sell tastier / fresher food with nothing over- or under-cooked. I don't do the fast food thing very…More »
30. The Candy Store In Nanton
Love this candy store! I go here every time I drive to Lethbridge or Fernie.
Now, I'm not a huge candy person and I don't really go for big brand chocolate, either. Buuut this candy store has some very unique items that I haven't been able to find…More »
31. Ets Edmonton Transit System
I've been pretty impressed with ETS on the whole after using the system for years. Most of the time, busses arrive and leave on time, and usually the transfers make sense and don't leave you waiting too long. Oddly though, getting from my place to…More »
32. Cram Dunk
Take it from someone who eats donuts at group meetings every other week (yay grad studies), Cram Dunk is the best you'll find on campus. The donuts are fresher tasting than those from Tim Hortons... even the day after. The prices, especially for…More »
33. Southgate Centre
I love Southgate Mall! This is my mall of choice in the city, even before the renovations. There are several reasons as to why.
1. It's CLEAN!!! This mall is very well maintained and doesn't get gungy like some of the other malls in the city. They…More »
34. Mill Woods Town Centre
I grew up in Mill Woods so maybe my opinion of this mall is somewhat shaped by that. It's definitely a niche mall -- there may not be something for everyone.
First of all: Fabricland. Fabric stores in malls are not common in this city, and I couldn't…More »
35. T&T Supermarket
T&T is great. They sell a lot of varieties of ramen noodles, which is great for poor students like me. They also always have small pastries for $1-3 that you can buy if you want a little treat but not too much. Some of the cake slices they sell are…More »
36. Whyte Avenue
I don't think Whyte deserves a lot of hype, but I don't think it's a lost cause, either.
There are a lot of used book stores on and around Whyte Ave, and this is pretty much the reason I visit. Alhambra Books and Wee Book Inn are my favorite places…More »
37. Cross Iron Mills
Cross Iron Mills is a cool place to walk around, especially if you're on a road trip and are passing through the area (this is when I go). Being an Edmonton resident, I have to say it's a heck of a lot better than WEM. Mostly because it's clean.
…More »
38. La Poutine
Poutine from La Poutine tastes good. It's not exceedingly fantastic, but it's good. The cheese curds are actually fairly excellent, and the fries taste good without anything on them. Those two things put it above most fast food poutine-offering…More »
39. Gama Store
I've been back to Gama Store a few times since my first visit, and my opinion has changed a little bit.
I didn't see any posted hours for food only, but it seemed that I couldn't get those custard filled pastries every time I went. I guess it depends…More »
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8/8/2011
I try not to give five-star reviews to places I've only visited once, but I have to make an… Read more »
40. Movies 12
Oh, Movies 12 ...
This place is great if you want to see movies on the big screen without breaking the bank. The snacks are still expensive, though, so if you're looking to save money it's probably in your best interest to eat before arriving.
The…More »
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Edmonton, AB
Yelping SinceJuly 2011
Things I LoveChemistry, spectroscopy, crafts, baking, walking, geocaching, gardening, yoga, bread, cheese, learning how to make things, DIY body care, local organic food.
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Why You Should Read My ReviewsI often try new places, and usually go several times before forming an opinion.
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