Where Edmonton Magazine September/October 2018 | Page 52

Y DINING
11 am - 9 pm ; Fri - Sat 11 am - 10 pm ; Sun 11 am - 9 pm ; Closed Mon . 9880-63 Ave ., 780-433-9229 . humamexicanrestaurant . ca Map 1-D5 $ S
TRES CARNALES TAQUERIA This upbeat , trendy spot is a local favourite that serves up delicious , real Mexican dishes such as tacos , tamales , and tortas , all created by three talented crew members who have experience with and a passion for an authentic Mexican dining experience . Mon - Fri 11 am - 10 pm ; Sat 4 pm - 10 pm ; Closed Sun . 10119-100A St ., Rice Howard Way , 780-429-0911 . trescarnales . com Map 3-H5 $ D
PIZZA
BLAZE PIZZA Enjoy perfectly crisp , fast-fired pizza made with fresh dough and healthful ingredients . Choose signature pizza like the White Top with applewood bacon , or get creative and choose your own toppings ! Hours are for the Downtown location . Daily 11 am - 10 pm . Brewery District , 12010- 104 Ave ., 587-404-7687 . blazepizza . com Map 1-C4 $ D
FAMOSO NEAPOLITAN PIZZERIA This contemporary-yet-casual restaurant has a fun , lively atmosphere . Enjoy Neapolitan and new world pizzas , artisan pastas , and a great selection of gelato , beer , wine , and cocktails . Hours listed are for Downtown and may vary by location . Tue - Sat 11 am - 11 pm ; Sun - Mon 11 am - 10 pm . Downtown : 11750 Jasper Ave ., 780-732-0700 . Map 1-D3 North : 13655 St . Albert Tr ., 780-732-0222 . Map 1-C1 North : 15745-97 St ., 780-756-6440 . Map 1-D2 South : 1437-99 St ., 780-468-0000 . Map 5-I5 South : 14123-23 Ave ., 780- 436-8799 . Map 1-C7 South : 10421 Whyte ( 82 ) Ave ., 780-761-0540 . Map 2-G3 West : West Edmonton Mall , 1951 , 8882-170 St ., 780-487-0046 . Map 1-K4 11 Bellerose Dr ., 780-459-9599 . 78 , 975 Broadmoor Blvd ., 780-464-0066 . 200 , 131 Century Cross ., 780-571-1185 . 5016B-51 Ave ., Red Deer , 587-273-3744 . famoso . ca $ D N S W
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 - 10 pm . Downtown : 10196-109 St ., 587-520-9734 . Map 3-B5 335 , 935 St . Albert Tr ., St . Albert , 780-569-0114 . lovepizza . ca $ 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 $$ N
SEAFOOD
BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO . Check out the first Canadian location of this famed seafood spot , including the iconic bench placed outside with a pair of giant running shoes . Have your shrimp — or other seafood favourites — barbecued , baked , sautéed , and more . Sun - Thu 11 am - 10 pm ; Fri - Sat 11 am - 11 pm . West Edmonton Mall , 2393 , 8882-170 St ., bubbagump . com Map 4-K4 $$ W
ONO POKE CO . The delicious poke — or raw fish salad — is a popular dish in Hawaii , and now you can taste the myriad of fresh flavours here on the prairies . Try the Uncle Tom ' s Surf Poke , a combo of ahi tuna with fresh onion , cucumber , and sea asparagus with a spicy tobiko aioli . Mon - Sat 11 am - 9 pm ; Closed Sun . 10142- 104 St ., 780-244-8885 . onopokeco . com Map 3-E5 $ D
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SIR WINSTON ' S FISH & CHIPS Experience the taste — and history !— of Britain at this family restaurant . Try the classic fish & chips or one of the tantalizing meat pies , and save room for the Homemade English Sticky Toffee Pudding . Mon - Thu 11:30 am - 8:30 pm ; Fri - Sat 11 am - 9 pm ; Sun 12 pm - 8 pm . 10505-51 Ave ., 780-430-7170 . Map 5-3A $ S
THE CAPTAIN ' S BOIL This Asian-fusion and Cajunstyle seafood place has recently opened its first location in Edmonton . Build your own combinations by choosing your " catch " ( like lobster , mussels , or chicken ), your flavour ( like cajun or lemon pepper ), and your heat ( from non-spicy to fire !). Mon - Thu 11 am - 11 pm ; Fri - Sat 11 am - 12 am ; Sun 11 am - 10 pm . South Edmonton Common , 2051-98 St ., 780-485-8756 . thecaptainsboil . com Map 1-D7 $$ S
STEAK
ATLAS STEAK + FISH This upscale restaurant caters well to anyone celebrating a special occasion or grabbing a meal before a Rogers Place event . The entertaining table-side service features an impressive seafood tower with Atlantic lobster tail , chilled king crab legs , oysters , mussels , and jumbo prawns with fancy house sauces . The feature item are the large cuts of meat slow-grilled in the Josper oven , including the Tomahawk steak : 48 oz that ' s best shared between two people . Mon - Fri 11:30 am - 2:30 pm , 4:30 pm - Late ; Sat - Sun 4:30 pm - Late . Grand Villa Casino , 10224-104 Ave ., 780-413-3177 . atlassteakandfish . com Map 3-G2 $$ D
VONS STEAK HOUSE & OYSTER BAR Offering uncompromising quality and dedication to service , this fine-dining steakhouse serves some of the best Prime Rib and hand-cut AAA Sterling Silver steaks in the city . There ' s also a great selection of seafood , including a raw oyster bar . Sun - Thu 4:30 pm - 10 pm ; Fri - Sat 4:30 pm - 12 am . 10309-81 Ave ., 780-439-0041 . vonssteakhouse . com Map 2-K4 $$$ S
TAPAS
BODEGA This cozy wine and tapas bar nestled inside Sabor Divino restaurant provides an intimate retreat for after dinner drinks , with a menu that includes a great selection of wines , whiskeys , and cocktails . Hours are for 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
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 ., 780-428- 8946 . tzin . ca Map 3-E5 $ D
TEAHOUSES
CALLY ' S TEA This retro-furnished tea shop / tea room resembles a quaint 50s-style kitchen and has over 250 teas from around the world to choose from . Enjoy organic , sweet , and savoury baked goods — made in-house daily — with your tea , and browse a variety of colourful tea accessories and giftware in their shop . Tue - Fri 11 am - 6 pm ; Sat 10 am - 5 pm ; Sun 12 pm - 5 pm ; Closed Mon . 10151-82 Ave ., 780-757-8944 . callysteas . ca Map 2-L3 $ S
THE TEA GIRL This quaint tea shop has 200 loose leaf teas to choose from , served by the pot or by the cup . Settle in for a cuppa and some fresh baking — including several gluten-free varieties — or a light meal . Daily 10 am - 10 pm . 12411 Stony Plain Rd ., 780-732-4832 . theteagirl . com Map 1-C4 $ D
THAI
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
VIPHALAY LAOS & THAI RESTAURANT This familyowned Thai eatery has an extensive menu offering curries , salads , and a host of interesting desserts served in a relaxed friendly atmosphere . 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 . 10523-99 Ave ., 780-756-8188 . viphalay . com Map 1-D4 $ D
UKRAINIAN
UNCLE ED ' S UKRAINIAN RESTAURANT This cozy spot serves up hearty portions of homemade Ukrainian fare like perogies , borscht , cabbage rolls , and sausages prepared by Mundare Sausage House . Mon - Sat 11 am - 7 pm ; Closed Sun . 4824-118 Ave ., 780-471-1010 . Map 1-E3 $$ N
VEGAN / VEGETARIAN
AN CHAY Enjoy traditional Vietnamese fare with a vegan / vegetarian twist , including veggie broth , spring rolls , and vegetarian sausage . Try the Satay Noodle with flat rice noodles , fried tofu , roasted peanuts , and a bit of heat ! Mon 11 am - 8 pm ; Wed - Fri 11 am - 8 pm ; Sat - Sun 12 pm - 8 pm ; Closed Tue . 11203 Jasper Ave ., 780-752-2203 . Map 1-D4 $ D
CAFÉ MOSAICS This charming café makes its way to one ' s heart — or , rather , stomach — with simple , unpretentious vegetarian fare at reasonable prices . Their chai lattes are a must-try ! Mon - Fri 7 am - Close ; Sat - Sun 10 am - Close . 10844 Whyte ( 82 ) Ave ., 780-433-9702 . cafemosaics . com Map 2-C3 $ S
DIE PIE This vegan pizza joint will please even the most obsessive of carnivores ! The “ Pulled Pork ” pizza features a slow-cooked jackfruit with a chipotle aioli , cashew mozzarella , and pea shoots . And try a side dish like the savoury Kale Caesar with a sunflower parmesan , crispy chickpeas , and King Oyster bacon . Tue - Sat 11 am - 10 pm ; Sun 11 am - 9 pm ; Closed Mon . 11215 Jasper Ave ., 780- 760-7272 . diepie . ca Map 1-D4 $$ D
PADMANADI VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT This charming restaurant serves a variety of all-vegan dishes with Indonesian , Chinese , Thai , and Indian influences . A brunch menu with some unique , delicious foods is offered on weekends . Tue - Fri 11 am - 2 pm , 4 pm - 10 pm ; Sat - Sun 10 am - 2 pm , 4 pm - 10 pm ; Closed Mon . 10740-101 St ., 780-428-8899 . Map 1-E3 $ D
THE MOTH CAFÉ This café seeks to nurture the body and fuel the soul with 100 % plant-based dishes like the Pulled Jackfruit Enchilada , plus various teas , tonics , and coffees . Mon - Sun 10 am - 10 pm . 9449 Jasper Ave ., 780-244- 9702 . themothcafe . com Map 1-D4 $ D
VIETNAMESE
DOAN ' S VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT Spring rolls , salad rolls , and generous servings of shrimp , beef and chicken dishes have earned this popular eatery a reputation as one of the city ' s best Vietnamese restaurants . Two locations in Edmonton . Hours listed are for Downtown and may vary by location . Sun - Thu 11 am - 10 pm ; Fri - Sat 11 am - 11 pm . Downtown : 10130-107 St ., 780-424-3034 . Map 3-C5 South : 7909-104 St ., 780-434-4448 . doans . ca Map 2-I5 $$ D S
XO BISTRO + BAR At this modern Vietnamese lounge , enjoy Asian-inspired cocktails and tasty cuisine like shredded papaya salad and oxtail fries , or sample several dishes with the XO Platter . Daily 11 am - Late . 10236-103 St ., 780-761-9696 . xobistrobar . com Map 3-F4 $$ D

FINE DINING

Enjoy a casual dinner or intimate evening at the Wildflower Grill ( pg 46 )— with the added bonus of delectable house-baked brioche with every meal .
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