Located along the Sturgeon River in a gorgeous Victorian-style house in St. Albert sits Riverbank…read moreBistro. Known for classic Canadian fare with a modern twist, this restaurant has been around since 2017 and has been St. Albert's most coveted date night spot ever since. Chef and owner Dan Ducharme has been in the game for a long time and his culinary vision is allowed to shine within Riverbank's historic walls. Using ingredients from the best local producers; such as seafood from Effing Seafoods (Rob is everyone's favourite fishmonger), whatever sparks inspiration at the St. Albert Farmers' Market, and of course beef and cheese from a producer that requires no introduction; Lakeside Farmstead, the plates at Riverbank Bistro promise fresh comfort food with an elevated air. In fact, it was Jeff Nonay (a name synonymous with quality) of Lakeside Farmstead who arranged for my dinner and I couldn't have been more excited to taste his famed products, prepared under Chef Ducharme's expertise. I visited on a Saturday evening and you certainly cannot miss the iconic building that Riverbank Bistro resides in. With its burgundy exterior and dramatic spires, this converted estate now contains several businesses, one of them being the restaurant. Perched along the river, you will be treated to idyllic views to accompany your meal. The inside of the dining room is refreshed and modern while carefully maintaining the original character that makes the building so special. Expect charcoal-wrapped banquettes, rustic wood, and statement lighting. Whisked to our comfortable table, it wasn't long before each and every other seat within view was occupied and the room was filled with the din of happy diners. Our server was exceedingly prompt and professional, revealing that we would be treated to a special five-course chef's table experience. I absolutely could not wait to get started. Chef Ducharme himself made the time to greet us at our table, narrowly escaping the intensity of his busy kitchen. He managed to personally deliver our dishes, describing each one and its ingredients with care. What a unique privilege! I'm a cocktail girl and had to begin my adventure with a Strawberry Vanilla Mojito (Fresh strawberries, Bumbu rum, vanilla liqueur, mint, lime - $16.00), prepared by the skilled barstaff. Perfect to sip on while reminiscing on the summer that just was, I enjoyed this fresh and fruity take on a classic. Muddled strawberries and mint leaves mixed playfully with the flavours of vanilla and lime. Just my kind of drink! The first course to arrive was a showstopper; Quahog Clams sourced by St. Albert's own Effing Seafoods. Served in a kimchi broth that was made with sun-dried tomato and saffron then dotted with emerald-coloured chive oil, this dish was bursting with big umami flavour! The portion consisted of a generous number of clams, each one large and juicy. However, it was the perfectly executed broth that I could have lived in. The provided triangles of sourdough were necessary for sopping up every last delicious drop. Next to arrive was a beautiful Fall Risotto, showcasing the best ingredients of the season. This unique risotto was made with a grain similar to barley or farro instead of traditional Arborio rice. Not only did this create an innovative and Canadian twist on a classic dish but the larger grains delivered a rustic plate. Each bite was chewy and nutty which was highlighted perfectly by the bright orange pieces of tender kabocha squash throughout. Mustard and sunflower seed added texture, while the housemade chicken jus (inspired!) brought decadence. The pickled components went a far way to achieve balance. Delicate curls of greens sat atop it all along with a sprinkling of Alpine cheese from Lakeside Farmstead. Each bite was rich and delicious, taking the concept of a warm fall comfort dish and elevating it to something thoughtful and elegant. Truly autumn in Alberta on a plate. The third course consisted of a Strawberry Sorbet palate cleanser which was a great way to pause and refresh the meal after the starter courses. Served with lemon zest and basil, the perfectly spherical scoop was sitting in a small pool of extra virgin olive oil. Beautifully fragrant, this sorbet was ultra creamy with very few ice crystals. A perfect match to my Strawberry Vanilla Mojito cocktail as well! Then it was time for the main dishes and they were more than what we could have wished for! Two gorgeous, high-quality, well-marbled, Nonay Strip Loin Steaks, each cooked to a medium-rare perfection. Each plate was accompanied by Lakeside Farmstead Fromage Blanc mash (their beef and cheese on one plate - chef's kiss!), sautéed spinach and mushrooms, and a black garlic jus. The really cool part was that each steak had been dry-aged for a different amount of time and it was very neat to taste and compare the difference that 40 days makes. First up is the 80 Day Dry-Aged Strip Loin Steak. Visually, it was very evident that this

Awesome food and the staff was very accommodating and friendly. One of the best meals I have eaten…read morethis year and I would highly recommend trying this restaurant if you are visiting

I absolutely love the quality & taste of this place! The service is friendly and professional- I…read morewill definitely be a regular here!

Excellent service, great food, and big portions. Be prepared…read moreto take home leftovers. Free parking.

Outstanding flavourful food-- generous portions and fantastic service! Easily one of the best…read moreItalian restaurants in the Edmonton area!! Try their bruschetta-- you won't be disappointed-- pastas and chicken parm are rockstars! Highly recommend!

This was one of the highlights of our year! We came here for our anniversary…read more The atmosphere was sophisticated. The staff were friendly and attentive. And the food was absolutely amazing. I ordered the farro salad with chicken, it was hands down the best salad I have ever had! Every bite was different and you would think that too many items would make it confusing but it all worked together. Clearly an expert chef put that one together. Hubs had the black cod spaghetti with curry cream sauce, it was also amazing. It was definitely Asian fusion but it really worked! Our desserts were delicious, the butter cake was delicious and I'm not really a fan of cake. My creme brule was also good, standard vanilla, nothing exceptional but still good. All together a really wonderful experience and I would come back here in a heartbeat.

Ever wanted to feel like a prisoner? You know a place to get bad food? Maybe have some undeserved…read moreshame thrown at you and be held under duress?? Well, there is need to break the law! Just make your way to XIX. We went in on a Thursday evening and were seated in the lounge. The salad we ordered to share as an appie was good. Drinks were delicious. We ordered the Coconut Atlantic Salmon and the Tenderloin Steak medium rare. The salmon was good, but the steak was cooked beyond well done - so much so that it was chewy. I asked to have the steak sent back and ordered the Harvest Salad instead. After a little while, my partner was almost done their meal and my salad had not arrived, so I asked to have the order cancelled. The server said she would cancel it, then came back 5-10 minutes later to say that it was almost ready and asked if I still wanted it. By this point my partner was almost done with their meal. I said I'd still like it cancelled and ordered a dessert to take home. The server arrived after about another 5 minutes with a box. Thinking it was the dessert, I was about to ask for the bill, but she said it was the salad and I could take it or leave it. I told her I did not want it, she said she would leave it, and repeated that I could leave it if I wanted. The dessert came soon after along with the bill. The salad was still on the bill. I asked to have it removed and the server said she could not. She called over the manager who said they were not going to take it off the bill because I took too long to cancel it. I explained that I cancelled it, at least 5 minutes passed before it was "almost ready," and then it arrived another 5-10 minutes after that, so I did not want it, nor did I want to pay for it. She said they had already "comped" the steak so I had to pay for the salad. I told her there was nothing to "comp." The steak was inedible (I had one bite out of it and returned it), so not something to comp. It was an awful meal that no one should have to pay for. I had asked for the salad to be canceled, so again, I was not asking to have anything for free. My night was ruined, I was upset, and just wanted to leave. At this point, I didn't even care anymore, I told her I'd pay for the salad and wanted to go home. The manager said she'd ask the chef if he would take it off the bill. Again, I said no and asked for the bill with the salad so I could just leave, but she left anyway. What felt like at least another 10 minutes passed before she came back. This time she said the chef had taken the drinks off, but I had to pay for the salad. The whole experience was terrible, but the last bit felt like I was being held hostage. I wanted to pay and leave, but couldn't because they wouldn't give me the bill. We took our boxes and left. I still don't know what the point of all this was. Sure they don't want to loose money. Then why offer a steak you don't know how to cook? And, comp? Do they know what that means? There is nothing complementary about having inedible food you cannot eat taken off your bill. I ordered the salad and cancelled. I don't know how their kitchen works, even if I had taken too long to cancel, I did not deserve to be kept there after I agreed to pay for it. They took the drinks off and not the salad? I think the difference what $8. Does the $8 matter that much to them? Was it some deranged power move?? ... like a "haha, we won't let you have your way!" Oookay, you guys win! Guess I shouldn't argue with a guy who can't cook a steak. He must know better than me.

This restaurant consistently delivers an exceptional experience. Its warm, inviting atmosphere sets…read morethe stage for a memorable meal, and each dish on the carefully curated menu is crafted to impress. Whether you're unwinding after a day on the course or sharing a special evening out, Out of Bounds adds something extra to any occasion. The service is outstanding--attentive, welcoming, with standout servers, shoutout to Ella for always being great! Definitely worth checking out.

Drove past this place on our way to St. Albert and thought it had potential. A little out of the…read moreway but decor is pretty fancy and feels like a fancy night out. It was pouring rain so no golfers. Place was 5% full Monday at 6:30PM. Lots of waitresses waiting around. Ours was great - kept our waters full and came back to check on us. Booths and tables available. I got the Veggie Burger with house salad. House salad looked pretty but I didn't like the dressing - my personal preference. Too balsamic/vinegar for me. Loved the peach salsa on it. Lots of avocado. Bun was great. Veggie Patty itself was meh. Not bad not best I've ever had. Boyfriend got the Chicken Sandwich. Loved it. He was very happy with it. He got a side of the soup of the day which was cauliflower vegetable. My dad got the 10oz Beef Striploin. He asked for medium rare and found it was a little raw for him but perfectly edible. He liked the potatoes and cooked vegetable assortment he got. He was really confused about what the black garlic butter was as it looked really strange and he didn't have the menu to double check what it was supposed to be. My mom got the House Smoked Brisket. She was happy with this. Looked a little dry to me like it needed more BBQ sauce. She was able to ask for the horseradish aioli on the side. She got it with French Fries which were definitely freshly fried. My aunt got the Chicken Chopped Salad. Loved it. Great big portion. Lots of great stuff in here. Overall decent food, great atmosphere, good staff.

We enjoyed it. Wings and brisket. Decent beer selection. Clean. Good service…read more Simple and easy. Large comfortable space. Plenty parking.

Pretty decent for good service, good food, and fun atmosphere. It was pretty empty, but of course…read moreit was a monday. We sat ourselves on the patio because it was a great day for it . Server was prompt and friendly. She listed off the specials but sadly they were out of pulled pork and smoked chicken. The special was a 2 meat platter with 3 sides. So we decided on that. We went with the brisket and the smoked turkey. For sides we went with mac and cheese, poutine, and brussel sprouts. We also went with two cocktails. Both well crafted. Food was definately plentiful. It was good. However, I feel like the brisket and turkey was a little on the dry side, and the mac and cheese was runny. And when it first came out the poutine had no gravy. Which to me was odd because it wasn't that busy. So our server had to take it back to the kitchen. I loved the brussel sprouts, and the poutine was good once it got gravy on it. We accidently got a Ceasar salad and I thought that was well crafted. I can't say this is the best smokehouse in the area. But if you are you in the area it is a tasty bite. And really good price point wise.

I've been there a few times with family, and I can say for sure my expectations were far exceeded…read more The restauant is well decorated, clean, and spacious, with plenty of room to bring large parties. It's also generally quiet enough to have a nice conversation, if you're a talker like me. The service was quick and friendly, and they were very good at reccomending dishes! We found this particularly helpful for choosing what meat/protein to put in our meals, and we all agreed that they knew what was best. As for the food, it was the most absolutely wonderful and authentic Thai I have ever had. Every dish was flavourful, fairly priced, and came in a huge portion! We have never gotten a single bad thing there (and we experiment often), and we have never left without takeout containers full to the brim. The leftovers are always amazing, too. I could go on and on about how much I love this restaurant, truly. What a lovely place to dine in St Albert that I wish I had discovered so much sooner! If you're interested in what to try, my favourites are the Pad Thai with chicken, or the Pad See Eiw with chicken or tofu. I'm not a beef lover, but they make it quite well there I will say. The curries are quite good but some of them get fairly spicy, at least for me. The peanut curry is definitely my favourite! As for appetizers, they have these excellent deep-fried crab and cream cheese dumplings that I can never get enough of! Be aware though, there are lots of peanuts used in recipes, so be careful if you have an allergy.

Food is great but inconsistent with portions. Hole in the wall small location. Solid place if you…read morecan overlook minor issues. Tried this place twice about a month apart, the food is great but there's inconsistent portions and service can a bit slow as it's a mom & pop restaurant. Seating arrangements are ok but can definitely could use a deep clean/upgrade - old time hole in the wall look, feel & vibe. During our latest visit, the restaurant opened up a few minutes late as owners were running a bit late. Service was slower as there was only one person attending 6+ tables that came in about the same time. The food tasted great but again was inconsistent with portions & plating. We both ordered the same Pad Thai Tom yum at the same time & one plate completely was missing mushrooms & lacked bean sprouts while the other had an abundance. The rice curry dishes are good but could use a much bigger portion of rice.

The food was delicious. Everything was very good. The…read moreservice was outstanding and the restaurant was very clean and appealing. The

My family and I have been coming here for years . We haven't been back in a long time …read more Everything is exactly how I remember it.. the decor and menu hasn't changed. Hey why mess with a good thing . We have always enjoyed the food . Cajun Louisiana style is simply put..heaven for your taste buds . I usually got the pasta jambalaya but opted this time for the combo plate ( see photo ). It's got jambalaya, shrimp Creole , red beans and sausage. . Fantastic . Crab cakes to die for too . The chef was trained in New Orleans so he really knows how to cook it.. so it's about as authentic as it gets . I'm writing this review about 5 hours after we ate .. still feeling full.. you get a good portion. If you crave some true Louisiana cooking.. this is as close as it gets .. Highly recommended.