Y DINING
HOMEFIRE GRILL With all the elements of a perfect night out — extraordinary food , a notable wine list , and service that pampers — Homefire Grill is a fantastic dining spot . All of its dishes — including the Bison Burger and Bannock with whipped maple butter — offer bold flavours of the prairie , mixed with an Aboriginal influence from its ownership . Sun - Thu 11 am - 10 pm ; Fri - Sat 11 am - 11 pm . 18210-100 Ave ., 780-489-8086 . homefiregrill . ca Map 4-F1 $$ W
LA RONDE Famous for its panoramic views , La Ronde is Edmonton ' s only revolving rooftop restaurant located on the 24th floor of Chateau Lacombe Hotel . Enjoy a dazzling view of the city while dining on Canadian cuisine like broiled B . C . Sockeye Salmon or the Rack of Lamb . The Chateaubriand 16 oz centre cut of Alberta AAA Sterling Silver Canadian Angus classic beef , carved table side , is a popular choice . Tue - Fri 11:30 am - 2 pm , 5:30 pm - 11 pm ; Sat 5:30 pm - 11 pm ; Sun 10:30 am - 2 pm , 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm ; Closed Mon . Chateau Lacombe Hotel , 10111 Bellamy Hill , 780-428-6611 . chateaulacombe . com / laronde . php Map 3-G7 $$$ D
MADISON ' S GRILL & VINTAGE ROOM Chic elegance meets classic fine dining . Situated in the historic 4 Star Union Bank Inn just minutes away from the vibrant downtown core , this culinary gem is ideal for breakfast , lunch , and dinner . Seasonal menus use only the freshest ingredients and support local purveyors , farmers , and artisans . An extensive wine list and a decadent dessert menu are the perfect additions to any culinary adventure ! Visit the seasonal patio as the restaurant features refreshing Madison ’ s Grill Signature Fruit Cocktails — they like it “ muddled , not stirred .” Mon - Fri 7 am - 10 pm ; Sat 8 am - 11 am , 5 pm - 10 pm ; Sun 9 am - 11 am , 5 pm - 10 pm . Union Bank Inn , 10053 Jasper Ave ., 780-401-2222 . unionbankinn . com / site / madisons _ grill Map 3-H6 $$$ D
RED OX INN One of the city ' s best kept secrets , this restaurant is known for exceptional service and innovative cuisine . The menu changes seasonally in a continual pursuit to provide unique and interesting dishes . Tue - Sat 5 pm - Close ; Closed Mon . 9420-91 St ., 780-465-5727 . theredoxinn . com Map 1-E3 $$$ S
RIVERBANK BISTRO In this Victorian-style house , you ' ll find classic dishes with a modern Canadian twist and made with fresh regional ingredients . Try the bison carpaccio with black pepper truffle aioli or the whole-grain barley and goat cheese strudel . Tue - Sat 5 pm - Close ; Sun 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm . 8 Mission Ave ., St . Albert , 587-290-1655 . riverbankbistro . ca $$
THE BUTTERNUT TREE This downtown restaurant focuses on seasonal ingredients from Canadian farmers and suppliers and offers a unique dining experience with a panoramic view of the beautiful river valley . Tue - Sun 5 pm - 12 am ; Closed Mon . # 101 , 9707-110 St ., 780-760-2271 . thebutternuttree . ca Map 1-D4 $$$ D
WILDFLOWER GRILL This revamped downtown restaurant uses locally sourced ingredients in a new menu that includes various game meats and highlights the diversity of Canada . Try the Ontario Duck Breast with mushroom purée . Contact for private brunch bookings . Mon - Thu 11 am - 2 pm , 4:30 pm - 10 pm ; Fri 11 am - 2 pm , 4:30 pm - 11 pm ; Sat 4:30 pm - 11 pm ; Sun 4:30 pm - 10 pm . 10009-107 St ., 780-990-1938 . wildfloweredmonton . com Map 3-C7 $$$ D
CASUAL
4404 Located inside the Delta Edmonton South , this restaurant provides a casual yet upscale dining experience in a newly-remodeled , contemporary setting . Steaks and seafood are the specialties at dinner , though the kitchen is committed to creating dishes to suit the tastes of every patron . Gluten-free , vegetarian , and children ' s menus are available . Daily 6 am - 10 pm . 4404 Gateway Blvd ., 780- 431-3468 . 4404 . ca Map 5-C3 $$ S
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BIERA The neighbourhood brewpub in Ritchie Market pairs great food with craft beer by the on-site Blind Enthusiasm Brewing Company . Start with the housemade sourdough bread and salted lard spread , and try the charcoal-grilled ACME Pork Shoulder or Beef Tartare with horseradish . Wed - Sat 4 pm - 11 pm ; Closed Sun - Tue . Ritchie Market , 9570-76 Ave ., 587-525-8589 . biera . ca Map 1-D5 $$ S
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