Link's Woodfire Grill serves us locally made dogs (masterpiece of Kyle from D'Arcy's Meats) and a…read morefew extras to keep the kiddos happy like chicken tenders, fries, and Foothills Creamery Ice Cream. Be sure to follow them on social media for current specials and features. We've tried dogs, corndogs, chicken tenders, garlic fries, poutine, burger feature,and ice cream galore over the past year. And we will be sure to continue to be regulars of this local gem! PS Be sure to ask for a stamp card if you're going to be a regular :-)

Links is a great place to find locally made hotdogs, and burgers. You go up to order which is not…read moremy favourite way to be served, but we were in a rush. So see this as an upgraded fast food restaurant. I ordered the BIG SICILY -Mild italian sausage, bomba grilled peppers, sweet onion agro dolce, smoked garlic aioli, dressed arugula, Pecorino with a side of garlic fries. My hubby ordered the JANSENVILLE BRAT - Beer braised & char-grilled bratwurst, hot mustard, grilled onions, sauerkraut with a side of garlic fries. Food was fresh. LOVED the bun. Toppings were good but I found my sausage a little dry. My husband enjoyed his sausage and it seemed a bit juicier than mine. Garlic fries were amazing. Portions were huge. I bagged up our extra fries and threw them in an air fryer for lunch the next day. It was also nice to grab a beer here. It has a cute feel for being a fast foodish place with the wood accents. Service was friendly. If this is your thing I definately recommend it.

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.

Good live music (usually)…read more Good volunteer staff (generally). Good food and good coffee. More than Fair prices. OK but *uncomfortable* seating. Small, dark cramped washrooms. Unresponsive management.

A group of us stopped in for coffee today. The staff/volunteers at so friendly…read more The place is super clean and very cozy and artsy. There's lots to look at art wise and items being sold (jewelry, crocheting etc). All of us had brewed coffee and it was great. They have many different options and plant based creams. There was also some live music this morning. That was a nice touch. We sat outside on the patio as it was a gorgeous day. They have a food and goodie display. The carrot cake looked amazing (go figure)! Definitely take a look at their website they offer a lot of fun entertainment.

Charming owners. My friend and I sat there for 2 hours. The…read morestaff served us at our table. The cappuccino was great. I also had the banana bread. My friend had the soup of the day which was mushroom. It comes with bread. We were given a loyalty card as we were paying up at the counter. Buy 7 coffees, 8th is free. Same with food. We will definitely return. The staff will also cater large or small events.

So a new little cafe has opened up in the mall, not in the food court but in it's own little space…read more It's great to have a quiet place to take a break and have a coffee. I had a latte with a bit of vanilla. (My go to). And I had a Pain Au Chocolate. Pain Au chocolate is like a croissant, but rolled like a cinnamon bun with chocolate inside. Where have these things been all this time?

This place is a hidden gem! Delicious and simple food that warms both belly and soul. I stumbled…read moreacross this family owned restaraunt by happenstance and continue to return for the warm food as much as the friendly smiles and excellent service. My fresh brewed Chai tea was true to roots and the Veggie Roti Naan is my go to snack. Don't let the quiet, off-the-beaten track location fool you. It's an excellent choice!

The high tea is amazing. The food is a culinary experience worthy of celebration. Delicious blends…read morethat are fresh, inspiring and pleasing in every way. Service is fantastic and I look forward to being there again

We went here after a stressful day at the hospital for a break. Everything was good. Service was…read moregood, atmosphere was decent, and food was amazing. The burgers are excellent. Probably the best i had in the city. The Next Act is non descript with the decor. It does have a nice patio if you are able to snag a spot. Our server was prompt and attentive. Food came out quickly despite the full restaurant. This time I tried The Pyro with habanero cream cheese, bacon, crispy onions, jalapeños, and chipotle mayo. Hubby ordered The Critic - smoked cheddar, bacon, caramelized onions, and bbq sauce Our friend ordered The Scout - jack cheese, chimichurri, crispy onions, avocado, and roasted garlic mayo We all chose the fries as a side. It was delicous. And this time the fries were great and not soggy. My burger was delicious. If you like heat, this one is for you. Both other people at the table enjoyed their burger as well. I saw someone have the mac and cheese, and that looked delicous. However I don't think I can skip the burger and order something else.

Sometimes are just in need of a greasy cheeseburger near midnight and the burger gods lead you to…read moreplaces like The Next Act to satisfy your hunger pangs. We were luck to slide through the front door 15 minutes before the kitchen closed for the night and order a burger to go. We got the Critic with a side of poutine and scurried back to our hotel room with our secured goods. The burger was amazing and exactly what we needed. The patty was substantial with a great crust against the sweetness of the caramelized onions, all between two pillowy soft buns. The burger was also huge, as it was double the size of what you would get an the golden arches. We got back fast enough that the poutine fries were still crunchy with a curds melted into the thick gravy. So happy that The Next Act was open at our moment of need. Forever grateful.

Great little gift shop/ coffee shop. Had bacon egg n cheese…read morecroissant and a cinnamon roll. With coffee. All were fantastic. Service was fast and friendly.

I'm always up for a little journey out of town in the name of food and that's precisely what my…read morerecent visit to the city of Leduc was all about. Fifteen minutes (or so) south of the city makes Leduc feel more like a suburb and very much a part of the greater Edmonton area. It didn't take me much convincing to jump in the car when I heard that a little cafe was home to the Best Dessert 2024 as named by EDify Magazine. What delicious secrets were being kept in Leduc and how could I taste them?? Step one is to drive yourself to Leduc, which I did on a Saturday morning. While nearby, I haven't spent a whole lot of time in Leduc and found myself pleasantly surprised when the navigation took me to a quaint and cute small-town-style main street area. I really don't think that I'd ever been there before. Sweet little independent shops lined both sides of the street, lending to an idyllic pedestrian experience. Shopping areas like these always feel good to stroll through. Leduc Coffee Shop is located within two other stores; Magpies Collection and Playing For Keeps Toys. So don't get confused when you enter into a retail space; home decor and gifts on the left and children's toys on the right. Head to the back of the store and keep going until you find yourself surrounded by bistro tables and can smell the coffee. The space is cozy and cafe-like with chocolate-coloured walls and pieces of local art as decoration. I noted that each table was adorned with a vase of fresh flowers - a lovely touch. I also noticed a very adorable China cabinet filled with antique cups and saucers. The idea is that you can choose your own teacup to use, select your tea of choice, and then sit down to enjoy! What a beautiful idea that only adds to the experience! I was surprised by how large the menu is - the whole thing is posted right on the wall and it's huge both in physical size and in terms of content. In the end, the offerings include; drinks, eats, and sweets n treats. If you're looking for visual guidance most of the food items are on display in the glass case, which is helpful. I knew that I wanted to order a coffee-based beverage - it is a coffee shop after all - and I was delighted to find a special "Winter Drinks" menu. I am someone who loves a seasonal beverage, to the point of ordering off of these types of menus almost exclusively. I just like trying new things and enjoying flavours that compliment the season. This menu included six different choices, each sounding perfectly appropriate for the winter. The Gingerbread Spiced Mocha (Espresso, white chocolate, topped with whip cream & cinnamon) stood out to me, which I ordered in the small size. The girl at the counter was pleasant and got to work on preparing our drinks and eats. The drink looked like everything that I wanted it to be (AKA more like dessert than coffee) but unfortunately the flavour didn't really hit the mark for me. It mostly just tasted like a mediocre, watered down cup of coffee and didn't deliver on all of the gingerbread and spice and mocha that was promised. It just seemed like this coffee was supposed to have a lot of exciting stuff going on and I felt disappointed as I sipped it. The food menu includes a whole array of sandwiches that look really appetizing - many on croissants or bagels. And each sandwich is served with a side of corn chips which is something that I can totally get behind! I would recommend taking a look in the case and choosing whatever appears the most delicious on that particular day. However, I was visiting for one item and one item only: the Orange Bun ($3.50). This is the current best dessert in the Edmonton area and I couldn't wait to try it. These golden twirly rounds are baked in-house from scratch using real butter. The orange buns are served warm and seem to be a member of the cinnamon roll family. I know that this isn't a popular opinion but I'm not much of a cinnamon roll fan (unless we're talking about the ones at Sugarbowl, in which case I love them). This, however, is not a cinnamon roll. The homemade dough is hand-stretched every morning and the freshness is evident in every bite. There's a gooey mix of orange zest and coconut within every warm layer, bringing a sweet and unique flavour all its own. I loved this comforting bun, like something that a grandma would make. The flavour of the dough itself was almost the best part because it wasn't too sweet and it held the orange and coconut together so well. An absolute delight! I totally understand why this orange bun is on the foodie radar. It's wonderful that a little cafe like this, off the beaten path, is getting some notice. The food is the highlight at Leduc Coffee Shop but it would be nice if the coffee beverages were up to the same level. Delivering every bit the cozy cafe experience, this is the type of space that you'll be happy to spend some time in.

This is an amazing Italian restaurant, the wine selection is amazing and the staff are very…read morefriendly and professional. I'd recommend anything that is on the menu. There is a lot of renovations going on in the area so it is a bit difficult to find. I love the decor it's dark and the place is very well setup. It seems to be extremely busy during supper time when everyone is around. Very nice and clean restrooms. Parking in the area is difficult but I'd try parking lots or underground nearby

If you live in Edmonton (and you don't live under a rock) you are undoubtedly aware of the Chef…read moreDaniel Costa monopoly on fine Italian cuisine by now. Six restaurants strong, this restaurant group features a different vibe and experience at each one, from the more casual to the truly elevated. The consistent aspect between each of them is that you will be hard pressed to find a finer Italian meal in the city. Bar Bricco (the second in the family) opened in 2014 and has since completely absorbed the next-door space that used to belong to Corso 32 (now making it the most senior in the group). The identity of this restaurant is purely "Italian wine bar;" offering small plates, handmade pastas, and an exclusively Italian wine list. Perhaps the most rambunctious of the six, the quality and care toward the food does not suffer just because the atmosphere is louder and younger. (The younger crowd likes nice things too, as they should.) Ranking at #51 on Canada's 100 Best Restaurants 2016, #80 on Canada's 100 Best Restaurants 2017, and #45 on Canada's 100 Best Restaurants 2018, the accolades don't stop there. Avenue Magazine also named them Best Late Night Restaurant 2019, Best Restaurant for Sharing 2019, and Best Late-Night Restaurant 2020. I visited on a Tuesday evening, excited to add to my Corso 32 Group collection. Located in a sleek row Downtown, Bar Bricco can be found next door to its fairly new sister Rita. The exterior isn't flashy - nothing more than a black awning with the restaurant's name printed in white cursive lettering. Inside the space is moody, capturing a decidedly subterranean vibe. Black hexagonal tiles interlock around the bar and white marble table tops contrast against the midnight hues. The space was buzzing with many occupied tables filled with a hip clientele, laughing and enjoying each other's company. It can get pretty loud but that's the intended atmosphere at Bar Bricco. The idea of mixing and mingling is the entire point. Seated at a table for two, our server was upbeat and friendly, matching the feeling of the room. Blasphemy as it may be, I'm not much of a wine drinker so the curated list of Italian wines got overlooked in favour of the cocktail menu. I love a Sbagliato (Prosecco, Campari, Cocchi vermouth - $20.00) and was happy to find it listed - stunning! Similar to a negroni, the difference is that instead of gin the beverage is made with a sparkling wine (like prosecco) instead. This version was adult and delicious but a bit more fun and trendy compared to a regular negroni because you get the effervescence from the prosecco. A perfect palate cleanser, the bittersweet citrus notes help to cut through the rich food dishes like a dream. The menu at Bar Bricco is inspired by the diverse regional cuisines of Italy. Instead of pigeon holing into one specific province, you'll find plates that feature the best that the country has to offer while keeping the dishes simple and playful. A tasting menu is offered where the restaurant can select the plates for your group (never a bad idea!) but on my visit I had already made up my mind about what I was excited to try. Starting with the Lardo & Anchovy Crostino ($11.00). These are served individually so each person will need to order their own. Each piece of toasted bread was adorned with a singular anchovy and then draped in sheets of lardo, a type of salume made by curing strips of fatback. The decadent and salty flavour was right up my alley however I could have used even more anchovy! I know that anchovies can be an overwhelming flavour and it makes sense not to be heavy-handed but I could have eaten at least a second fish. A really nice bite to whet the appetite! One of the piatti that I had heard the most about was easily the Soft Scrambled Eggs 'Cacio e Pepe' (Black truffle, crostini - $23.00) and I couldn't wait to try it for myself! Every egg should taste exactly like this!! Velvet folds of creamy, indulgent scrambled eggs are seasoned with black pepper and pecorino (just like cacio e pepe pasta) and the addition of truffle brings a luxurious element. Scooping these eggs onto slices of chewy crostini felt like the best breakfast ever, although perfectly acceptable for any time of day. I am ruined for eggs because I need them to be like this forever. I had also heard that the Leeks (Whipped ricotta, 'salumi bomba' & mint - $23.00) were magical. Leeks are having a total moment right now and I see them on more and more menus. A good preparation leaves them tender and ready to absorb whatever ingredients they're paired with. This dish was executed perfectly in the sense that it was beautiful to look at and provided an unexpected heat that woke up my taste buds! The spicy salumi bomba was served on top like a meat sauce while the creamy whipped ricotta waited underneath to cool everything down. The leeks were cut into cylinders, allowing the bold flavours to seep down between the sheaths. An inspired dish! Moving on to pasta,

We came here on the Surf and turf buffet night. I had made reservations a couple weeks in advance,…read morewhich I would recommend, as the line up for this restaurant can be quite long on the buffet night. Our server was super friendly and attentive. We started off with a plate of snow crab legs, which were very good, fun and messy, but we were brought a bunch of those moist towelettes which helped us clean up after. The highlight of the buffet was a seafood bisque, which I know doesn't sound like anything special, but WOW, was it ever good! Huge chunks of salmon, baby shrimp and clams in a tomato cream sauce. It was amazing! Most of the rest of the food we tried was great, a few lack lister items but that is expected at a buffet. There was a chocolate fountain and lots of delicious desserts as well. Atmosphere was ok, a bit loud but for a casino restaurant it was pretty good.

Another great meal at the Kitchen. I am trying to work my way through the menu and this night it…read morewas shrimp tacos. The shrimp was accompanied by chipolte aioli, lettuce, pico de gallo, pickles, and avocado lime crema. For my soup I asked for the soup of the day which happened to be Moroccan beef. My husband went with the butcher's sandwich which contained onions, dijon, shaved beef adn red wine au jus. He got a side of fries. Kiddo got the alfredo pasta. Food came out in a timely manner. The staff here are quick and wonderful despite being a full house. They are also friendly. Food was delicous as usual. I really enjoyed my soup. The flavours were full and fantastic. The prawns in the tacos were cooked perfectly. However they could of used more pico de gallo and chipolte aioli. Kiddo loved her pasta. My husband enjoyed his sandwich but this time the fries were way too salty. Ambiance is nothing to write home about. It is clean though. i dislike that there are no bathrooms in the actual restaurant. Otherwise a great night.