Where Edmonton Magazine November/December 2016 | Page 61
JAPANESE/VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
SEOUL FRIED CHICKEN Savour tender and juicy fried
chicken in several tasty varieties, from the classic original
fried chicken and spicy Korean BBQ sauce, to the Cilantro
Lime and Onion Lover. This is an inviting spot to return to,
and you won’t want to miss the delicious Walnut Red Bean
Cake Pops or Vanilla Coconut Chai Pudding. Mon - Sat
11:30 am - 10 pm; Closed Sat. 7904B-104 St., 780-7613616. facebook.com/YEGSFC16 Map 2-J5 $ S
Downtown location and may vary. Mon - Thu 4:30
pm - 10 pm; Fri - Sat 4:30 pm - 11 pm; Sun 5 pm - 9
pm. Downtown: 10220-103 St., 780-757-1114. Map 3-F4
North: 6509-112 Ave., 780-757-0137. sabordivino.ca
Map 1-D3 $ D N
TAPA VINO The delicious morsels served here borrow
from Mediterranean cuisine, with savoury options such
as sambuca shrimp or seasoned, stuffed grape leaves.
Expertly paired with fine wine, your tapas may taste too
good to share! Tue - Sat 5 pm - 12 am. 3, 11011 Jasper
Ave., 780-705-1101. tapavino.ca Map 1-D4 $$ D
MEXICAN
EL CORTEZ Part tequila bar, part Latin eatery, part live
music venue, the owners of this trendy restaurant say
they’re aiming for a relaxed LA vibe where friends can take
time to enjoy food, each other’s company, and live music.
There are over 80 varieties of top-shelf tequila to choose
from and a modern Latin menu made up of Asian/Latin
and Korean/Mexican fusion dishes. 8230 Gateway Blvd.,
780-760-0200. elcortezcantina.com Map 2-J3 $$ S
TZIN WINE & TAPAS BAR Reservations are
recommended if you want to secure a table at this
intimate wine and tapas bar located on the hip and
trendy 4th Street Promenade. There are over 20 wines
available by the glass to pair with a snack or meal from
their full menu. Tue - Thu 4 pm - 11 pm; Fri - Sat 4 pm
- 12 am; Closed Sun - Mon. 10115-104 St., 780-4288946. tzin.ca Map 3-E5 $ D
HUMA MEXICAN COMFORT Inspired by the comfort
food of the owners’ hometown of Puebla, Mexico, this
welcoming restaurant serves homestyle, authentic dishes.
Each day features a special menu from tons of taco
varieties on Saturdays to soul-warming street food on on
Fridays. Tue - Sun 11 am - 9 pm. 9880-63 Ave., 780-4339229. humamexicanrestaurant.ca Map 1-D5 $ S
THAI
8109-101 Street I 780 438 8298
MakiEdmonton.com
4226 Gateway Blvd. I 780 756 2218
VolcanoEdmonton.com
Live DJ on Friday & Saturday
Open for Breakfast at 7 am
THAI ORCHID RESTAURANT This family-run
(and family-friendly) restaurant serves authentic,
homemade Thai dishes. The food here is based on
family recipes and the menu often adds new selections
based on current food fads in Thailand. Tue - Thu
11:30 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9 pm; Fri 11:30 am - 2 pm, 5
pm - 9:30 pm; Sat 5 pm - 9:30 pm; Sun 5 pm - 9 pm;
Closed Mon.. 4005 Gateway Blvd. 780-438-3344.
edmontonthaiorchid.ca Map 5-C4 $ S
ROSTIZADO From the Tres Carnales Group comes this
Mexican hot spot that makes modern an old-world cooking
concept. In this 70-seat eatery and bar, quality local
ingredients are tended in traditional rosticeria fashion. All
the meat is slow-roasted and sliced to order, and can be
accompanied by a variety of Mexican-style spiced veggies.
Mon - Thu 11 am - 10 pm; Fri - Sat 11 am - 11 pm; Closed
Sun. 102, 10359-104 St., 780-761-0911. rostizado.com
Map 3-F2 $$ D
VIPHALAY LAOS AND THAI RESTAURANT This
family-owned Thai eatery has an extensive menu
offering curries, salads, and a host of interesting
desserts served in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Hours
listed are for the downtown restaurant, and may vary
by location. Mon - Thu 11 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9 pm; Fri
11 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 10 pm; Sat 5 pm - 10 pm; Closed
Sun. Downtown: 10523-99 Ave., 780-756-8188.
Map 1-D4 North: 10724-95 St., 780-423-3213.
viphalay.com Map 1-D4 $ D N
PIZZA
LOVE PIZZA Sourcing their ingredients from across
Alberta, this modern-styled joint serves fresh pies made by
pizza lovers for pizza lovers. Many of its signature pizzas
are homages to Edmonton, including the Ode to Ukraine:
roasted garlic spread, cheddar cheese, shaved potato, and
crispy bacon. Daily 11 am - 11 pm. 10196-109 St., 587-5209734. lovepizza.ca Map 3-B5 D
VEGETARIAN & VEGAN
ARCADIA BAR Featuring live comedy or music almost
every night, this welcoming bar serves delicious vegan
bar foods and local brews. Tue - Thu 4:30 pm - 12
am; Fri 4:30 pm - Late; Sat 3 pm - Late; Closed Sun Mon. 10988-124 St., 780-916-1842. arcadiayeg.com
Map 1-C3 $ D
TONY’S PIZZA PALACE Authentic Italian-style pizza is
made from dough, sauces, and sausages all made from
scratch. A variety of pasta selections, veal, ribs, and steaks
are also made to order. Mon - Thu 11:30 am - 2:30 pm,
4:30 pm - 10 pm; Fri 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 pm - 12 am;
Sat 2:30 pm - 12 am; Sun 4:30 pm - 10:30 pm. 9605-111
Ave., 780-424-8777. tonyspizzapalace.com Map 1-E3 $$ N
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