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1. Mikado Restaurant
Long live the Jerry Roll! I've bemoaned the relative paucity of good sushi in this city, but Mikado reassured me that there are good options out there. The building doesn't look like much from the outside, but the inside is a cute assortment of…More »
2. Luisa Ristorante
I love restaurants where the owners hang around and make a point of conversing with patrons. I stumbled upon Luisa last December on a cold winter's night and this cozy room satiated my hunger pangs and warmed my very cold toes. I indulged in gnocchi…More »
3. Wild Earth Bakery
This is a must-visit for me every time I'm in the neighbourhood (though I lament the closure of Scona Road, for it complicates my travels significantly). I love the location, the decor and the food. The cinnamon buns (one of my eternal weaknesses)…More »
4. Hong Kong Bakery
Interesting, to say the least, but I don't mean "interesting" in the slightly-veiled-cruelty-euphem istic sense. I'm not very familiar with Asian sweets, so Hong Kong Bakery is a good intro to this dessert universe. The Chinese long doughnuts are…More »
5. Sweet Lollapalooza
Chocolate is my vice. I'd be the first to admit that. I happened upon Sweet Lollapalooza late one afternoon, just before they closed shop for the day. I was immediately impressed by the exotic flavours (such as Grand Marnier, Earl Grey Tea and…More »
6. Lan's Asian Grill
What a gem. Hidden away form a nondescript traffic circle, Lan's left me with a lasting and incredibly positive impression. It's a family run affair, and for first time customers, go with their recommendations. I tried Pad Thai, Tom Yum Fried Rice…More »
7. Urban Diner II
Decent, I suppose, but not "holycrapbesthingever". Like Urban Diner's original 124 street location, this location does a pretty solid brunch (with the stuffed French toast being the decadent star) but what is with their coffee? It is not very good…More »
8. Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria
My opinion of Famoso has changed and my review should reflect that. I've been back multiple times over the past month and must confess what a fun and positive experience I keep having. The service has improved so much since my last visit (on which my…More »
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3/10/2011
Perenially busy, and this bespeaks Famoso's popularity. Famoso reflects a growing trend of thin… Read more »
9. Johnson's Cafe
Edmonton, AB T5J 2R7
(780) 496-7227
Categories:
Canadian (Traditional),
Breakfast & Brunch,
Sandwiches
The strongest asset of Johnson's Cafe is that it's in Fort Edmonton Park. I've eaten several meals there and the wine list trumped the food in terms of flavour and intrigue. The baked brie on flatbread with balsamic drizzle is easily the best…More »
10. Cafe Dabar - CLOSED
Remember when internet cafes were all the rage, there was no such thing as wi-fi or smartphones and you actually had to go somewhere and pay to use some clunky computer? Cafe Dabar reminds me a bit of those days, but in a very good way. Yummy coffee,…More »
11. Wonton House
Edmonton, AB T6B 2Y7
(780) 465-6868
This food can be described by one word and one word alone: bland. The restaurant seemed busy enough with their buffet, but when I ordered some food to go, it was rather dreadful. The wonton soup tasted like nothing. It was warm liquid with lightly…More »
12. Cafe Haven
I always thought Sherwood Park was a wasteland of franchises. Cafe Haven proves this wrong. What can I say other than WOW. Stumptown coffee makes a mean and potent espresso that kick-started my day. The cinnamon bun was among the best I've ever had…More »
13. Rose Bowl Rouge Lounge
I went for the pizza and I must admit I wasn't disappointed, though I've only tried one item on their menu so far. Consequently, I am not sure if other items are similarly delicious. That notwithstanding, we tried a pizza that had lots of cheese…More »
14. Maurya Palace Dining Lounge
My brother doesn't seem to feed himself properly, so whenever we go out to eat, he stuffs himself like there is no tomorrow. I took him to Maurya Palace for the lunch buffet not that long ago, and both of us left very, very happy. The selections…More »
15. Drift Mobile Eatery
The best thing to happen to Jasper Ave since Corso 32 opened. Seriously. The pork belly sandwich is insanely addicting, as is the back bacon and brie sandwich. The meats are local, the produce is local, and so are the buns. I am humbled and deeply…More »
16. Sabu Sushi Bar
Sushi is unforgiving, for it shows every clumsy chop and permits no sloppy presentation. Sabu demonstrates remarkable finesse with preparation and presentation, plus their flavours and creativity left me wanting more for days. It was pretty dead when…More »
17. La Crema Caffe
I've wound up here a few times now, and I would venture that La Crema's Cherry Hill coffee is their best asset. Good cappuccino, but a couple of times the barista has been a bit sloppy and there has been a coffee puddle between my cup and saucer.…More »
18. Pizza 73
Ah, the "utility pizza." Cheap, fast and of mediocre quality. I get that you can't always go out for Naples-style authentic pizza, but I'm not that impressed with Pizza 73 (and what on earth does the 73 stand for?). The multigrain crust option is ok…More »
19. Flirt Cupcakes
Yet another cupcake shop graces our streets, and this time it is a second location for Flirt, which was one of the original ones on Whyte Ave. They aren't bad, but they are pretty average. The cake component is decent but the icing tends to overwhelm…More »
20. Italian Bakery
It's an interesting location that, at first, seems very out of place in Chinatown. I am told, however, that this edifice predates Chinatown. It's one of Edmonton's oldest bakeries and is still family run. They have some pretty impressive breads aside…More »
21. Brewsters Brewing Company & Restaurant
Edmonton, AB T5K 2T7
(780) 482-4677
Categories:
Canadian (New),
Sports Bars,
Breweries
As far as bars/pubs are concerned, Brewsters tends to irritate me the least. Extensive (and quite creative) list of beers, decent house red wine, average service. The interior is cavernous and the brewing equipment makes it more interesting than the…More »
22. Duchess Bake Shop
The Duchess reigns supreme! Everything from the quasi-Victorian decor to the colourful palette of macarons in the display case is classy and nothing less. Macarons come in a diverse smattering of flavours from salted caramel to pistachio to passion…More »
23. V Sandwiches
Ironically, it's around the corner from a certain, famous, franchised sub shop, but after tasting one of V's fabulous Bahn Mi I can never go back to aforementioned shop. I dove into a chicken satay sub that was brimming with shredded pickled carrots,…More »
24. Molly's Eats
Molly's isn't just good 'food truck' food. It's good food, period. Molly's Eats joins a growing fleet of food-purveying vehicles on the streets of Edmonton, and I daresay Molly's is one of the finest. The menu is cleverly written on the side of the…More »
25. Transcend Coffee
To preface this, I've nothing but good things to say about Transcend's downtown location, but I've had a few irksome experiences with the Garneau location. The coffee is consistently delicious, if a bit pricey, though I don't mind paying more for…More »
26. Tres Carnales Taqueria
Where to start...genius? Sheer brilliance? Breath of fresh air and authenticity? All of the above. Tres Carnales just might be my new favourite place in town. The atmosphere is electric with positive energy, the vibe/decor is funky (and not corny),…More »
27. Crave Cupcakes
Crave is definitely one of the better cupcake bakeries in Edmonton. The cakes strike a good balance between moist and airy and the icing is creamy without being oily or heavy. The shop is attractively set up, brightly lit, and generally a welcoming…More »
28. Italian Centre Shop South
One of my goals in life is to try every variety of cheese carried at the Italian Centre Shop, and I've a long way yet to go... I prefer the old school ambiance of the original 95 street location, but the south side has a similarly impressive…More »
29. Safron's Caribbean Delight
I (mistakenly) presumed that Safron's name referred to, for lack of a better descriptor, the saffron-coloured spice. As it turns out, Safron is the owner's name. Late one evening I found myself at this interesting Alberta Avenue spot with a deep…More »
30. Ricky's All Day Grill
Ricky's is ok. I wasn't wowed but I wasn't horrified either. We checked out the Kingsway location for brunch not long ago, and ordered the vegetarian omellete and a waffle with fruit and whipped cream. The waffle was ok but by itself was a bit…More »
31. Starbucks
Starbucks can feel quite impersonal, but the Kingsway location feels markedly different. Great baristas, an interesting roster of regulars and regular fly-bys to and from the City Centre Airport make this location interesting to visit. The coffee…More »
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Things I LoveRachmaninov, good food, snowy evenings, adjectives, Hair Metal, Super Nintendo, kittens, nostalgia, Family Guy, husky dogs, thinking
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