To fully understand our experience at the Hillbilly Grill it's helpful to see it within the whole…read morecontext of our accidental visit to Westlock. We unintentionally ended up in Westlock as a result of a minor medical emergency (don't worry, everyone's ok). While we're waiting for the doctor in our shared room, we observe the cast of characters that Westlock has to offer. Patient number one is this old guy getting injected with a bag of blood who asks the nurse why she's wearing gloves. She explains, to his horror, that she gets a new set of gloves every time she sees a new patient. He loudly complains that this is a waste - he figures you outta be able to lick your hands and wipe them off on your pants and that should be good enough. I'm thinking, "okaaaay, pretty redneck." Not to be outdone, the next patient is a 30-year-old woman who needs some stiches and treatment for rabies! It turns out that she's an old timey fur trapper who got attacked by a wild animal while dragging a 75-pound beaver through the woods. As it happens, the emergency room doctor who was treating her is ALSO a fur trapper so the two of them ease back and start swapping fur trapping stories. Once we were done, we notice that it's nearly 7pm so we ask a nurse for local restaurant recommendations. She sends us to a "place that looks pretty sketchy" called the "Hillbilly Grill" - by now the terms "sketchy" and "hillbilly" do not come as a surprise. When we arrive downtown, we see that the restaurant is located in what looks like a 100 year-old western hotel. Apparently, someone in the 1970's decided to "update" the building and cover up the classic brick with stucco. This 70's style architectural vandalism continues inside the building as I witnessed the interior décor from 1974. I'm thinking to myself that now I know why God had to create a place called Hell. Our experience completely changed when our meal arrived. We get the brisket and the pulled-pork sandwich and I swear to God that it is the best southern-style barbeque I've had this side of North Carolina. Nothing in Edmonton or Calgary touches the high quality of food I had in Westlock. It was tender and moist with just the right hint of smoky flavour. Simply outstanding! While we were enjoying our meal the owner came out to shoot the breeze with us - a 47 year-old man with a crushed cowboy hat, plaid shirt, shorts, and socks with sandals. He tells us this story about how his restaurant got broken into by a local meth-head. "Turns out it was Donna, you know - the lady who owns the bar across the street? Turns out it was Donna's son Larry! I even took a picture of him as he was riding away on his BMX bike while flipping me off. Actually, I kinda feel sorry for the guy. If you're a middle-aged man living in your mama's basement still riding your BMX bicycle around town - then you probably should examine the choices you've been making." Ladies and gentlemen...Westlock, Alberta! If you're looking for some amazing food at a reasonable price with a truly authentic redneck experience you can do no better than the Hillbilly Gourmet Grill in Westlock.

Oh. My. Dear. Lord…read more Last time I was here I split every dessert on the menu with a friend. Worth every calorie. Today I thought actual food may be necessary, and as I have been craving fried chicken, I figured I would give the chicken and waffles a chance. Presentation: the skull sold it for me. Anything that makes a dish stand out makes me happy. Flavour: The chicken breading was so crisp and perfectly seasoned! No chain can compete with his recipe. No dripping grease, just wonderfully juicy chicken. Dare I say, it was moist. In the best way possible. And the waffles? Wow....just wow. Fluffy and delicious. Price: So this massive portion - which is just as generous as all of the portion sizes - comes in just shy of $17!!! Leaves a little money for dessert, if you have room!

Went for breakfast with a group. Lots of different things were ordered and everyone seemed happy…read more Restaurant has been around for a while and could use a facelift.

Food was great, service as well, although short staffed at busy times. Atmosphere ok. Clean and…read moredown home. Needed less view of the kitchen staff. Washrooms need work

The food was DELICIOUS, the cook here has a blessing for sure. I loved the cowboy scrambler I had,…read moreand the coffee was really nice too. My mom and I shared some french toast as well, and it was so yummy! It was fluffy and soft, very edible so it was gone before it went cold. The service was excellent. There was one lady serving people but it's a small place and she managed it so well it didn't even feel busy, so that was not an issue. She was super sweet by the way! She got honey for my coffee and such. Overall, its a good place to go. Not too expensive and its got a lovely, quiet family atmosphere. If I can, I will return!

This was our first time at the Whistling Kettle Cafe. It was a little awkward to find from 50th…read moreStreet but Google Maps had it in hand. The place definitely has an old school diner vibe going and that's not from clever decorating. This is an old school diner. We didn't want breakfast and I think that is their specialty so we each ordered the clubhouse sandwich. It came with soup and fries. The soup was from a can so that's not impressive. The sandwich was okay though. Service was prompt and friendly. The washrooms were clean. That's about all I can say. If you are nearby and hungry, by all means stop in. However I wouldn't recommend going out of your way to dine here.

Great find inside Hotel 8. High ceilings. super friendly server Fiona made us feel at home. She…read moreshowed me the Phillipino buns. I had rancho bennys sith side of bacon. The eggs were perfect. Looking forward to going for buffett!

If I can leave no star I will so disappointed. We went today for the buffet. Yes we arrive around…read more1:30pm and the buffet is from 10AM till 2pm. We were just seated and they did not tell us there's hardly any food left on the trays. I asked our server until what time they refill their trays and he said should be up to 2pm but there were so many people and short kitchen staff. I told him that its disappointing should let us know just to order from the menu. We paid full price for the buffet ( almost $72 for 2 adults and 1 kid) and I saw 2 people coming in close to 2PM and same they just show them to their table and did not inform them no food left. Food taste is not great bland . We will not return there and will not recommend the place. Go somewhere else there are other Filipino restaurants that are better.

Huge menu - so huge, I had a hard time deciding. There is a selection of pancakes, French toast,…read morewaffles, various breakfast creations like avocado toast and bowls, and for those wanting something more lunch-like there are burgers and other meals. I went with the pancakes, eggs, potato combo with meat, substituting turkey bacon for the bacon and sausage (for a surcharge). The portion was as huge as the menu. I could not even finish those two epic pancakes. The eggs were cooked to perfection and the potatoes were crispy and delicious. Service was also friendly. I would definitely come here again to try something else.

What can I say? Service was great, food was great, bathrooms were clean…read more If I have any complaints I hated the country music playing through the speakers, but it wasn't too loud, and once I got my French Toast Stack, I didn't care much.

Went in to grab some take out with my teenage daughter. Great friendly service. Food was delicious…read more Love the crispy fry's. We short a game of pool while waiting. Bartender was a nice young lady. We will be heading back more often to shoot pool. Happy minors are permitted on the one side of establishment. Only four stars because menu says chicken burger on a gourmet pretzel bun and it was a regular sesame seed bun. Thanks for great time.

Love this place!! Went in for some drinks and to watch college football with a buddy. Met some…read morefriendly staff (Barb is the best!) and had some of the best poutine and blueberry cobbler ever!! My buddy is celiac and we were amazed by all the extra care with the food and gluten free options. We will definitely be back soon!!

I really like this place that has become and institution really. Great atmosphere. Comfortable and…read morecool without being pretentious. I love their cinnamon buns but this time I did not order one. My friend and I came here for supper. It was delicous. I had the Red Curry Laksa with prawns, PEI mussels, bok choy, carrots, bell peppers, red onions, vermicelli noodles, red coconut curry sauce, and cilantro. My friend had the falafel and fries. I loved my Red Curry Laksa. It was fresh and rich. Loved the red coconut curry sauce. The seafood was a decent portion. My friend liked her falafal but it definately wasn't the best she has had and was eyeing up my curry. Service was OK. I feel like because we didn't order alcoholic beverages, we didn't get service as much as the tables that did. That won't prevent me from coming here again.

It was only my second time to Sugarbowl in my many years in Edmonton. I don't really remember my…read morefirst time though!! I had their mac and cheese and the lamb burger. Both were so very tasty, and did not disappoint. The ambiance of the restaurant is different than many places I've gone to. Being close to the University of Alberta main campus, many young students compose the clientele of Sugarbowl, but not limited to. The decor is very nice - brick walls and posters, and hand written beer menu, to name a few. Service was very good, professional, and friendly!! Overall good experience, and will return again in the future.