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PRAHA CASUAL DINING

Downtown 10117 – 101 Street , Edmonton Reservations 780-424-4218 Open late 7 days a week bistropraha . com
Famous in Cantonese & Szechuan Cuisine
PRE-GAME DINNER AND PARKING FOR ROGERS PLACE TICKET HOLDERS
Dinner : 4:30 pm Tuesday – Saturday 4:00 pm on Sundays , Closed Mondays
For Reservations call 780-428-0584
Parties Welcome Delivery Available 10 % off pick-up orders 780-426-2121 or 780-426-1410
At the corner of 111 Street & 103 Avenue www . bluewillowrestaurant . com
Y DINING
its extensive menu . Daily 11 am - 1 am . Downtown : Edmonton City Centre , # G310 , 10200-102 Ave ., 780- 424-4330 . Map 3-G4 South : Holiday Inn Conference Centre , 4485 Gateway Blvd ., 780-435-6796 . primepubs . com Map 5-B4 $ D S
JOEY Each of these uniquely designed restaurants offers an exceptional premium dining experience with a variety of fusion foods that combine unique ingredients and traditional favourites . The sleek bars offer a great selection of creative cocktails and wine . Hours listed are for Downtown and may vary by location . Sun - Wed 11 am - 12 am ; Thu - Sat 11 am - 1 am . Downtown : 10310-101 St ., 780-990-5639 . Map 3-G3 South : South Edmonton Common , 9911-19 Ave ., 780-465-1880 . Map 6-4I West : 130 Mayfield Common , 780-487- 8060 . joeyrestaurants . com Map 5-6E $$ D S W
LA POUTINE La Poutine offers 15 + varieties of poutine , a uniquely Canadian food . Purists will enjoy the authentic taste of the traditional style , made with hand-cut potatoes , gravy , and fresh “ squeaky ” cheese curds . Those looking for something a little different will enjoy variations made with fresh meats , dips , and sauces . Vegan , vegetarian , and gluten-free options are also available . Mon - Sat 11 am - 10 pm ; Sun 11 am - 8 pm . 8720-109 St ., 780-757- 7222 . la-poutine . com Map 1-D4 $ S
RICKY ’ S ALL DAY GRILL With 100 locations in Canada , this is a family-friendly restaurant . Featuring all-day breakfast , burgers , prime rib sandwiches , share platters , ribs , wings , chicken tenders , and pasta . Hours listed are for downtown ( Jasper Ave .) and may vary by location ; please call to confirm . Mon - Wed 6 am - 8 pm ; Thu - Sat 6 am - 10 pm ; Sun 8 am - 8 pm . Downtown : 10140-109 St ., 780-421-7546 . Map 3-B5 Downtown : Edmonton City Centre , 10200-102 Ave ., 780-428-7900 . Map 3-G4 North : 11431 Kingsway Ave ., 780-488-8238 . Map 1-D3 North : 15987-97 St ., 587-521-7337 . Map 1-E1 North : 12707-140 Ave ., 780- 456-7688 . Map 1-C2 South : South Edmonton Common , 10004-21 Ave . NW , 780-461-3011 . Map 5-H4 South : 6108-28 Ave ., 780-758-7676 . Map 1-F6 West : 9917-170 St ., 780-486-7109 . Map 4-G5 West : 11330-170 St ., 780- 444-3110 . Map 1-B3 100 , 140 St . Albert Rd ., St . Albert , 780-418-0699 . 70 MacLeod Ave ., Spruce Grove , 780- 960-5053 . 170 , 1020 Sherwood Dr ., Sherwood Park , 780-467-7484 . 101 , 5401 Discovery Way , Leduc , 780- 980-9448 . 8116 Sparrow Cres ., Leduc , 780-986-1760 . 10 , 7110-50 Ave ., Red Deer , 403-314-2330 . Gasoline Alley , 163 Leva Ave ., Red Deer , 403-348-5522 . 8770- 84 St ., Fort Saskatchewan , 780-997-0606 . gotorickys . com $$ D N S W
STAGE 104 KITCHEN + LOUNGE A short walk from the new Rogers Place , this modern lounge is an energetic venue with live music and comedy nights . While you ’ re being entertained , enjoy a refreshing craft beer or cocktail and some internationally inspired cuisine , such as the Cevapi-style sandwiches . Daily 11 am - Late . 10190-104 St ., 780-705-1745 . stage104 . com Map 3-E5 $$ D
SUGARBOWL Serving up breakfast , lunch , and dinner , the Sugarbowl offers a menu featuring a variety of comfort foods , including some of the best cinnamon buns in the city . They have a large list of bottled beer , which is complemented by monthly cask nights and rotating varieties of beer on tap . The variety on the menu and the relaxing vibe makes this spot a perfect early-morning to late-night retreat . Sun - Thu 8 am - 1 am ; Fri - Sat 8 am - 2 am . 10922-88 Ave ., 780-433- 8369 . thesugarbowl . org Map 1-D4 $ S
THE REC ROOM The first in Canada , this 60,000-sq . - ft . entertainment complex offers an exciting variety of attractions , including 140 arcade games , billiard tables ,

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a bowling alley , a race car simulator , and a state-of-the-art auditorium . Come hungry as this new venue offers three restaurants : The Loft for wood-fired pizza , The Shed for poutine and donuts , and Three10 for Canadian-inspired cuisine . Mon - Sun 11 am - 2 am . 1725-99 St ., 587-756- 6400 . therecroom . com Map 5-I4 $$ S
UNDER THE HIGH WHEEL Using locally sourced , seasonal , and sustainable ingredients , this casual dining spot offers delicious , upscale comfort foods for breakfast , lunch , and dessert . Mon - Tue 10 am - 4 pm ; Wed - Fri 9 am - 9 pm ; Sun 10 am - 4 pm . 10159 Whyte ( 82 ) Ave ., 780-439-4442 . underthehighwheel . com Map 2-L3 $ S
WOODWORK Chef Mike Scorgie — the talent behind the popular Nomad food truck — teamed up with barman Andrew Borley of The Volstead Act craft cocktail service to create this innovative dining experience . As the name suggests , the focus here is on wood-fired cooking and barrel-aged spirits . Enjoy one of their wood-grilled specialties , or nosh on some charcuterie and upscale bar snacks . Don ’ t hesitate to down a cocktail or two ; they make an exceptional Old Fashioned . Mon - Tue 11 am - 12 am ; Closed Wed ; Thu 11 am - 12 am ; Fri 11 am - Late ; Sat 5 pm - Late ; Sun 5 pm - 12 am . 10132-100 St ., 780-757-4100 . woodworkyeg . com
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CHINESE
BLUE WILLOW With over 50 years of experience , this well-known Chinese restaurant offers a menu that samples the best of traditional Cantonese and Szechaun cuisine . Reservations recommended . Tue - Fri 11:30 am - 2 pm , 4:30 pm - 10 pm ; Sat 4:30 pm - 10 pm ; Sun 4 pm - 9 pm ; Closed Mon . 11107-103 Ave ., 780-428-0584 . bluewillowrestaurant . com Map 1-D3 $ D
DINERS
BLUE PLATE DINER Locals are in love with the delicious Mac and Cheese served here , but everything on the menu at this upscale comfort-food destination is worth a try . Local artwork adorns the walls of this downtown diner , located in the heart of the trendy warehouse district . Blue Plate Diner offers a variety of delicious dishes for those with dietary restrictions , including vegetarian , vegan , and gluten-free options . Tue - Wed 8 am - 9 pm ; Thu - Fri 8 am - 10 pm ; Sat 9 am - 10 pm ; Sun 9 am - 9 pm ; Closed Mon . 10145-104 St ., 780-429-0740 . blueplatediner . ca Map 3-E5 $ D
HIGHLEVEL DINER This cozy restaurant is a local favourite with its homemade comfort food fare for breakfast , lunch , and dinner . Be sure to try one of their extra-large cinnamon buns for breakfast , or go on Thursdays for the popular Ukrainian plate . Mon - Wed 7:30 am - 9 pm ; Thu - Fri 7:30 am - 10 pm ; Sat 8:30 am - 10 pm ; Sun 8:30 am - 9 pm . 10912-88 Ave ., 780-433-1317 . highleveldiner . com Map 1-D4 $ S
URBAN DINER Specializing in pure comfort food , this trendy diner is open for lunch and dinner as well as weekend brunch . Their macaroni and cheese is a favourite choice of regular patrons . Two locations in Edmonton . Mon - Fri 11 am - 9 pm ; Sat 9 am - 9 pm ; Sun 9 am - 3 pm . Downtown : 12427-102 Ave ., 780-488-7274 . Map 3-F5 South : 8715-109 St ., 780-437-7275 . urbandiner . com Map 1-D4 $ D S
FRENCH
LA BOHEME A beautiful brick designated historic site provides a cozy , intimate setting to enjoy authentic French fine dining . The fixed-price set menu lets you try an authentic four-course meal , group menus are served family-style , or there is a selection of soups and entrees served à la carte . 6427-112 Ave ., 780-474-5693 . laboheme . ca Map 1-E3 $$ N
If you are dining downtown when there is an event at Rogers Place , the cost of parking will increase . Visit page 62 for more information .
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