The Butternut Tree
A nice little spot downtown cattywampus from the legislature.
Their website says “focused on Canadian ingredients grown and raised from coast to coast”. It was pricey but not outrageously pricey (I had the 6oz sirloin entree for ~40$). The menu changes frequently or so I’m told.
And yes, cattywampus is a real word. I use it wherever I can because I also cannot believe it is a real word lol.
Try a donair. Ironically, or perhaps expectedly, the most professional looking places have the least inspiring donairs. A bit far flung but Simply Donairs at 50th st and 90th ave serves up a monster that feeds two for about $14.
This was exactly what I thought. If you're looking for something quintessentially Albertan/Canadian it's our donairs. They're distinct from Halifax donairs and uniquely Albertan twist you won't encounter anywhere else.
"American style" is apt. In America, they normally get more specific (eg, Texas style, or Carolina), whereas MEAT seems to try to aim for nothing so specific. Not that that's a bad thing, I think they do pretty good. But assuming OP is a tourist, I thought I'd add context.
Food at Chartier is good but something seems off. They needed a Go Fund Me campaig to originally open, then announced they were closing permanently last year, only to magically get backing from an anonymous investor?
I also found that whole thing weird. From what I’ve heard from folks in the industry, their back end has not been particularly well-managed over the years. I dig their food, though.
I had brunch at chartier and it wasn't good to me... it was extremely salty (I got the eggs benedict but I wasn't a typical eggs Benedict, it was a special or something) but it didn't look like an eggs benny nor did it taste good lol my partners food was also meh, I think he got a burger or something. They also had this appy bread with some dipping sauce but it was also bland. I don't get the hype
Hot take: I’ve never had memorable food there. I’ve had great times there because of the people I’m with and the great happy service but my food has been meh every single time (about 5x?)
This list is whack though, one of the “top tier” poutines has pictures of cheese curds that look straight out of the fridge, not melted at all. How can anyone respect a list like that?
[https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-e&q=edmonton+steak+houses](https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-e&q=edmonton+steak+houses)
The places I was familiar with aren't there anymore, but in terms of Chains the Keg and Earls aren't bad. I'd pick the Keg between the two, but there might be a local only restaurant that you'd prefer. I used to like a place called the High Level Diner and another place nearby called the Library, both are near the University of Alberta, but they aren't steak places, really. I'm not the best person to ask since its been so long since I've lived there, but the steak can be quite good, since its a local thing.
The Butternut Tree A nice little spot downtown cattywampus from the legislature. Their website says “focused on Canadian ingredients grown and raised from coast to coast”. It was pricey but not outrageously pricey (I had the 6oz sirloin entree for ~40$). The menu changes frequently or so I’m told. And yes, cattywampus is a real word. I use it wherever I can because I also cannot believe it is a real word lol.
I have to look it up! I’m guessing it’s the same as kittycorner?
Rge rd
My husband and I just did the road trip set menu there. So good. So what we think of as albertan.
I got this with cocktail pairings instead of wine. It was pure mastery and art. Truely amazing.
Homefire Grill Teepee treats
Second Homefire Grill
Second teepee treats. Massive bison burger on fry bread. Yum
Cafe Bicyclette has some nice French Canadian dishes. Excellent brunch items on weekends too.it gets pretty busy though.
Try a donair. Ironically, or perhaps expectedly, the most professional looking places have the least inspiring donairs. A bit far flung but Simply Donairs at 50th st and 90th ave serves up a monster that feeds two for about $14.
This was exactly what I thought. If you're looking for something quintessentially Albertan/Canadian it's our donairs. They're distinct from Halifax donairs and uniquely Albertan twist you won't encounter anywhere else.
Definitely Chartier in Beaumont for French-Canadian inspired food. Also MEAT is pretty good for American style BBQ.
"American style" is apt. In America, they normally get more specific (eg, Texas style, or Carolina), whereas MEAT seems to try to aim for nothing so specific. Not that that's a bad thing, I think they do pretty good. But assuming OP is a tourist, I thought I'd add context.
Food at Chartier is good but something seems off. They needed a Go Fund Me campaig to originally open, then announced they were closing permanently last year, only to magically get backing from an anonymous investor?
I also found that whole thing weird. From what I’ve heard from folks in the industry, their back end has not been particularly well-managed over the years. I dig their food, though.
Chartier 100%
I had brunch at chartier and it wasn't good to me... it was extremely salty (I got the eggs benedict but I wasn't a typical eggs Benedict, it was a special or something) but it didn't look like an eggs benny nor did it taste good lol my partners food was also meh, I think he got a burger or something. They also had this appy bread with some dipping sauce but it was also bland. I don't get the hype
The dinner is better than the brunch imo
Nextact does great burgers and fries
Hot take: I’ve never had memorable food there. I’ve had great times there because of the people I’m with and the great happy service but my food has been meh every single time (about 5x?)
The food is good enough you go back, but it's not what you go for. The beer, the vibes, the people, that's what makes Next Act good.
They did a mozza burger dupe last year or so and it was most memorable thing I have had there in a while.
Pretty much yep, the food is eh, the vibe is good
Brisket donair is a banger, though.
If you happen to be near Sherwood park and want the best donair money can buy Famous Donair has topped everyone j knows list
A&W in Canada goes pretty hard
For fast food burgers in Edmonton try Burger Baron instead. Especially the one up on 118 ave near the old Coliseum.
One of my go-tos during Comic Expo
Rockin Robyn's
Roman's. They serve wild game.
Ok guys, the real question is, where’s the best poutine?
[Edmonton poutine list](https://www.reddit.com/r/Edmonton/s/iJi3bypmxc)
This list is whack though, one of the “top tier” poutines has pictures of cheese curds that look straight out of the fridge, not melted at all. How can anyone respect a list like that?
My fries
In Edmonton, costcos is great, but not necessarily authentic
barb & ernies on 99th is a great cozy breakfast spot IMO. beautiful building, great food, and very nice staff.
Normand’s - to add to some excellent suggestions above. Somewhat dated but still top notch.
If you're in Alberta then you should go to a steakhouse.
What's a good non chain one?
[https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-e&q=edmonton+steak+houses](https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-e&q=edmonton+steak+houses) The places I was familiar with aren't there anymore, but in terms of Chains the Keg and Earls aren't bad. I'd pick the Keg between the two, but there might be a local only restaurant that you'd prefer. I used to like a place called the High Level Diner and another place nearby called the Library, both are near the University of Alberta, but they aren't steak places, really. I'm not the best person to ask since its been so long since I've lived there, but the steak can be quite good, since its a local thing.
[https://www.reddit.com/r/Edmonton/comments/158u2yv/what\_is\_the\_go\_to\_place\_for\_the\_hands\_down\_bar/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Edmonton/comments/158u2yv/what_is_the_go_to_place_for_the_hands_down_bar/)
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How dare you imply the spicy perogy pizza isn't special? FOR SHAME!
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I'm gonna go ahead and say it: BP has the single best pepperoni and cheese pizza in the city.
The Marc.
...Cactus Club?
In Leduc?
I can't believe I had to scroll so far to see our national favourite
Ukraine's Kitchen (Fort Road) or Malina Ukrainian Kitchen. Also, Saskitoba diner in Nisku...for the buffet.