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An up-to-date listing of Alberta restaurants serving regional cuisine food and participating in the 2007 Dine Alberta Program.
*** Year Round Regional Cuisine
** Seasonal Regional Cuisine
* Dine Alberta Month (September) Regional Cuisine
Edmonton & Area Restaurants
Blue Chair Cafe***
9624-76 Avenue, (780) 989-2861
A menu inspired by the owner’s travels and a casual atmosphere combine with live music including a classical music Sunday brunch. Look for distinctive ethnic twists with local ingredients during Dine Alberta.
botaniCa at the Delta Edmonton South Hotel***
4404 Gateway Boulevard, (780) 434-6415
Life is fun, eat it up! www.greatcanadianhotels.com
Cafe de Ville***
10137 124 Street, (780) 488-9188
Expect casual fine dining in the heart of the Glenora gallery district. Chef Paul Campbell does splendid salads and soups with local ingredients.
Cafe Europa at the Fantasyland Hotel***
17700 87 Avenue, West Edmonton Mall, (780) 444-3000
The elaborate a-la-carte menu plus their full-on buffet use fresh, regional ingredients.
Capitals at the Sutton Place Hotel**
10235 101 Street, (780) 441-3031
Executive chef Joe Srahulek’s focus is on classic meat dishes featuring Alberta beef, bison and pork. Game figures prominently on the menu.
Characters Fine Dining***
10257 105 Street, (780) 421-4100
Innovative modern cooking with a regional bent in a contemporary, suitable for business dining room. Chef/owner Shonn Oborowsky’s desserts are not to be missed.
Fantasy Grill at the Fantasyland Hotel**
17700 87 Avenue, West Edmonton Mall, (780) 444-3000
Classic cuisine in a formal fine dining setting with tableside service and flambe desserts.
Flavours Modern Bistro***
10354 82 Avenue, (780) 439-9604
Sophisticated and modern, yet comfortable and casual enough for before movie dining. The Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market across the avenue provide the raw materials for year round regional cuisine dining.
Fresh Start Bistro & Bakery***
484 River Bend Square, (780) 433-9623
European bakery and bistro serving healthy and fresh food, made in the most traditional way. Friendly atmoshphere with live music Friday and Saturday evening.
Harvest Room at the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald***
10065 100 Street, (780) 429-6424
David Wong has an innovative approach to using local products in his cooking. They serve modern, contemporary cuisine in a wonderful heritage building utlizing local products. The well-appointed Harvest Room is known for its superb service and the magnificent river view.
Homefire Bar & Grill***
18210 100 Avenue, (780) 489-8086
Healthy, fire-roasted cooking in the Aboriginal tradition, inspired by the elements of nature.
il Portico Ristorante**
10012 107 Street, (780) 424-0707
Contemporary Italian cooking using fresh regional ingredients paired with an exceptional wine list in a vibrant setting.
Louisiana Purchase**
10320 111 Street, (780) 420-6779
Located on the edge of downtown Edmonton, Louisiana Purchase is a fully licensed full service cajun and creole restaurant. All desserts made on the premises. www.louisianapurchase.ca
Madison’s Grill at the Union Bank Inn***
10053 Jasper Avenue, (780) 401-2222
Madison’s Grill welcomes you with warm cherrywood tones and hardwood floors, complimented with the warmth and beauty of a large fireplace. Proud to embody a delicious fusion of the best local products, attended by an indulgent wine list.
Matahari*
10108 B 124 Street, (780) 452-8262
East meets west in this serene, modern room which offers an exotic culinary tour of South-East Asia— a truly pan-Asian experience from an Alberta perspective.
Normand's***
11639A Jasper Avenue, (780) 482-2600
Perennial Edmonton favourite specializes in country French cooking with wild mushrooms and game. The wine list offers good value.
Parkallen Restaurant**
7018 – 109 Street, (780) 436-8080
Emphasis on Lebanese cooking with French influence. Traditional or classic style pizza menu with locally grown products.
Pradera Cafe & Lounge at the Westin Hotel***
10135 100 Street, (780) 493-8994
Executive chef Michael Brown offers the best of Alberta beef and bison on contemporary menu, with the refined service expected from a first-class hotel dining room.
Red Ox Inn***
9420 91 Street, (780) 465-5727
This tiny gem of a restaurant is nestled in one of Edmonton's oldest neighborhoods. The focus is on creative and eclectic cuisine, serving serious food in a casual atmosphere.
Sorrentino's Downtown***
10162 100 Street, (780) 424-7500
A touch of la dolce vita. Contemporary Italian-trattoria style restaurants with careful attention to seasonal ingredients such as wild mushrooms.
The Bauernschmaus Restaurant***
6796 99 Street, (780) 433-8272
Robert and Judy Hora own and operate this quaint neighbourhood restaurant with home-style Austrian cooking. Expect hearty goulash, schnitzel and house-made strudel.
The Blue Pear Restaurant***
10643 123 Street, (780) 482-7178
Seek out their intimate fine dining with chef/owner Darcy Radies’ global perspective. This restaurant is the originator of Fare, Edmonton’s independent restaurant group. Wine-tasting menus.
The Creperie***
111, 10220 103 Street, (780) 420-6656
Country French tradition and cuisine in a welcoming setting. Owner Hans Kuhnel celebrates 30 years as a local favourite in downtown Edmonton.
The Dish & the Runaway Spoon***
12417 Stony Plain Road, (780) 488-6641
Casual neighbourhood bistro creates clever interpretations of familiar favourites, featuring regional ingredients.
Unheard of Restaurant*
9602 82 Avenue NW, (780) 432-0480
Twenty five years of home-grown cuisine that celebrates local and seasonal. Exceptional wine list.
Upper Crust Café***
10909 86 Avenue, (780) 433-0810
Consistently good home-style cooking in this well-regarded Edmonton favourite.
Ardrosson
Strathcona Tea House and Restaurant***
52404 Range Road 221 (Wye Road), (780) 922-6963
Everything is made in house; breads, soups, jams and pickles using fresh, local, in-season foods. Don’t miss their molasses-laced anadama bread.
Legal
Lily Lake Village Resort***
57413 Lily Lake Road, (888) 921-3441
Enjoy elegance in the country. Dinner and dance buffet and Sunday brunch buffet serving locally raised bison and wild boar.
St. Albert
River House Grill***
8 Mission Avenue, (780) 458-2232
Creative regional cooking by chef/owner Willie White uses the bounty of local products in season. The wine list is VQA heavy; to showcase the best in Canadian wine.
Stony Plain
Multicultural Heritage Centre**
5411 51 Street, (780) 963-2777
A quaint little restaurant on the lower level of the Multicultural Heritage Centre, known for fresh bread, homemade soup and our 20-24 varieties of pie made daily. Produce is organically grown in our kitchen garden and on our demonstration farm site.
Calgary Restaurants
Barclay's at the Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire***
255 Barclay Parade SW, (403) 517-6666
Offering an award winning menu, recognized by the Alberta Hotel and Lodging Association in 2003 and 2004. Barclay's caters to the sophisticated palate in a relaxed surrounding.
Bistro Twenty Two Ten***
2210 4 Street SW, (403) 228-4528
Two chef owners cooking Canadian and regional food in their intimate Mission bistro.
Buchanan's Chop House***
738 3 Avenue SW, (403) 261-4646
At this old-fashioned chop house, the food is so good it makes you want to live in the neighbourhood.
Buzzards Restaurant & Bar***
140 10 Avenue SW, (403) 264-6959
The authentic cowboy décor echoes the "Cowboy Cuisine" of Buzzards, influenced by traditional recipes and local ingredients.
Calgary Petroleum Club***
319 5 Avenue SW, (403) 269-7981
This upscale private business membership club has joined the front lines of local cuisine under the guidance of chef Liana Robberecht.
Catch Restaurant & Oyster Bar***
100 Stephen Avenue (8th) SE, (403) 206-0000
This fun and casual, yet polished and professional San Franciso-style eatery offers regional flavours with world-class style.
Exchange Lounge & Traders Grill at the Marriott Hotel*
110 – 9 Avenue SE, (403) 231-4503
Casual downtown dining with ‘Chef De Cuisine’, Adam Mear. Traders Grill is open seven days a week for breakfast and lunch. Dinner is served in the eXchange lounge on the lobby level of the Marriott Hotel.
Forage***
3508 – 19 Street SW, (403) 269-6551
Forage is fast, slow food featuring entrees prepared to go, made with Alberta ingredients. It also carries many local food products to help complete the meal.
La Chaumiere***
139 17 Avenue SW, (403) 228-5690
Fine French classics updated with the sure touch of accomplished chef Bob Matthews in a serene setting are sure to please your senses.
Mohave Grill at the Deerfoot Inn & Casino***
1000, 11500 35 Street, SE (403) 236-7529
An authentic taste of southwest featuring great steaks, ribs and fajitas. Special monthly menus featuring regional flair and additional unique items. Great Sunday brunch every week starting at 10:00am.
North 51 Steakhouse at the Delta Calgary Airport Hotel***
1001 Airport Road NE, (403) 250-2609
Our premier award winning restaurant offers the finest slections of local produce, seafood and Alberta beef in an elegant surrounding.
Open Range steaks chops ***
1114 Edmonton Trail NE, (403) 277-3408
Open Range is a newly-opened steak and chop house with a southwestern flare from veteran restaurateurs Dwayne & Alberta Ennest. Easy going Calgary steakhouse feautring Alberta beef, lamb and game.
Raw Bar at the Hotel Arts***
119 12 Avenue SW, (403)266-4611
Award-winning Executive Chef Duncan Ly and his team of trailbreaking chefs look forward to showcasing their Pacific-rim influenced menu, using fresh and local ingredients whenver possible.
Red Door Bistro Oyster & Liquor Bar**
607 11 Avenue SW, (403) 233-2433
A lively and high energy casual bistro with outstanding attention to detail in our quality cuisine, guest service and drink.
River Cafe***
Prince’s Island Park, (403) 261-7670
The tranquil walk-in setting of Prince's Island Park is as rewarding as the gorgeously presented cuisine. River Café has a well-deserved reputation for specializing in regional and seasonal ingredients that include wild salmon, Lake Winnipeg pickerel, and Alberta bison.
Rouge***
1240 8 Avenue SE, (403) 531-2767
Located in the historic home of AE Cross, Rouge utilizes its own garden to offer sumptuous Alberta-made specialties from chef-co-owner Paul Rogalski.
Saint Germain Bistro***
115 12 Avenue SW, (403) 290-1322
Saint Germain, located in an elegant new dining room adjacent to Hotel Arts, offers a white linen bistro-inspired menu. The kitchen is proud to feature products from Alberta's finest growers and ranchers.
Teatro Restaurant***
200 8 Avenue SE, (403) 290-1012
Fresh is the goal in this elaborate old bank building’s open kitchen. Expert luxury along with Italian-inspired cuisine with French accents, the coin of choice.
The Belvedere***
107 8 Avenue SW, (403) 265-9595
Redefining elegance, offering highly creative Haute Cuisine, the Belvedere offers fine dining using the best local and regional food available as modern North American Cuisine with a strong French influence.
The Coup Inc.**
924B 17 Avenue SW, (403) 541-1041
A vegetarian alternative exists in Cattle Country! The Coup serves thoughtfully creative meatless cuisine using local, whole & organic foods.
The Essence at the Westin Hotel*
320 4th Avenue SE, (403) 508-5165
Michael Batke continues to impress with his menu that matches that stylish makeover of the Owl's Nest into The Essence.
The Rimrock Dining Room at the Fairmont Palliser Hotel***
133 9 Avenue SW, (403) 260-1219
Innovative cuisine with regional spin. Well conceived wine list compliments food. Combined, they create a recipe for a memorable meal.
The Tribune Restaurant and Bar***
118 8 Avenue SW, (403) 269-3160
Expect the unexpected: fine forgotten fare, pre-1930's style European cuisine that features interactive tableside service in a gloriously restored historic Heritage building with cellar dining and main floor onyx lounge.
Rocky Mountain Area Restaurants
Banff
Banffshire Club at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel***
405 Spray Avenue, (403) 762-1734
The magnificent Banffshire Club utilizes the best of local ingredients in chef Daniel Buss’ signature mountain cuisine.
The Bison Mountain Bistro & General Store***
213, 211 Bear Street, (403) 762-5550
The cooking features locally-grown, sustainably -farmed, organic meats and produce in a relaxed ambiance with majestic mountain views.
The Evergreen at Delta Banff Royal Canadian Lodge***
459 Banff Avenue, (403) 762-3307
Enjoy a celebration of contemporary Canadian cuisine and fine wines in a relaxed atmosphere while watching chef Hans Hacker in the modern open kitchen. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner we tempt you to tantalize your senses with our delectable menu offerings.
Wild Flour Bakery***
101-211 Bear Street, (403) 760-5074
Organic bakery/café producing wood-fired breads, modern classic pastries, fresh salads, soups and sandwiches. Everything is made from scratch with no artificial ingredients.
Canmore
Chez François Fine Fresh Cuisine ***
1604 2 Avenue, on Bow Valley Trail, adjacent to the Canmore Mountain Lodge, (403) 678-6111
Fresh, everything is made here, organic as we can, tasty with French flavours. Premium meat, Alberta AAA beef, great selection of fresh fish, poultry, homemade merguez (spicey lamb) sausages and pâtés. Homemade desserts and ice cream. Serving breakfast until 2pm, lunch and dinner.
Hinton
Stone Peak Dining Room & Overlander Mountain Lodge***
Highway #16 west of Hinton (15 min.), (780) 866-2330
Guy Brouillette’s cooking celebrates the best of the Rockies; game, freshwater fish, and other seasonal and regional ingredients. Note: family celebrations, wine dinners and special events.
Jasper
Fiddle River Restaurant*
620 Connaught Drive, (780) 852-3032
Chef John Riedler uses Alberta pork, bison and chicken for inspiration. The room is intimate with candle-lit window-side tables overlooking the town. The chef will be part of Artists in the Pines event in September as well.
Papa George's Restaurant at the Astoria Hotel***
404 Connaught Drive, (780) 852-3351
Papa George's is renowned for serving hearty Canadien dishes since 1925. The casual decor is filled with nostalgia and the quartz fireplace warms the spirit. Made from the freshest ingredients: Alberta "AAA" steaks, Alberta spring lamb, Alberta bison and elk and more!
The Edith Cavell at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge***
#1 Old Lodge Road, (780) 852-6081
Edith Cavell is the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Four Star Diamond Award winning fine dining restaurant, offering evening gourmet fare, over 100 wines, and classic service in an elegant setting with a spectacular Rocky Mountain view.
Central Alberta Restaurants
Calmar
Bricco Ristorante Italiano*
North Side of Main Street, (780) 985-4528
Chef/owner Kirk Popik features local bison and beef on his Alberta rustic menu, including excellent pizza for casual meals. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 5pm.
Delia
Mother Mountain Tea House & Restaurant***
102 1st Avenue, West, (403) 364-2057
Located in a restored 1912 Crown Lumber Building offering an excellent dining experience in a unique atmosphere. Featuring Alberta beef and pork (baby back ribs) and a large selection of dessers including a delicious saskatoon pie.
Red Deer
Barbero's Restaurant at the Capri Centre Hotel***
3310 50 Avenue, (403) 346-2091
Barbero’s diverse cuisine highlights great Alberta beef.
botaniCa at the Red Deer Lodge***
4311 - 49 Avenue, (403) 357-6304
Celebrating our community and our distinct sense of Canadian place.
Redstone Grill & Wine Bar***
5018 45 Street, (403) 342-4980
Casual upscale dining. Red Deer’s first upscale dining experience. Seasonal Canadian cuisine.
Westerose
The Eco Café ***
#10 Village Drive, Village at Pigeon Lake, Westerose (780) 586-2627
Tim Wood’s Eco Café takes regional and local seriously with a focus on organic ingredients. A must go-to during Dine Alberta.
Wetaskiwin
Huckleberry’s Cafe***
103, 3840 56 Street, (780) 352-3111
A casual steakhouse specializing in regional fresh cuisine. Fine Alberta beef and bison is served here.
Pipestone Food Co. Ltd.***
4911 51 Street, (780) 352-9596
Nice little restaurant just off the beaten path (in historic downtown). Offering fine dining without being ostentatious – featuring locally produced natural beef, pork, elk, bison and produce.
Southern Alberta Restaurants
Black Diamond
Wild Horse Bistro***
126 Centre Avenue West, (403) 933-5800
The foothills of Southern Alberta are home to this intimate and relaxed bistro. It is a jewel-like setting for seasonal fare from Southern Alberta producers.
Bragg Creek
The Bavarian Inn Restaurant***
75 White Avenue, (403) 949-3611
For fine dining overlaid with the flavours of other slopes, enjoy authentic Bavarian Austrian cuisine with a Rocky Mountain twist.
Coleman
Popiel's Restaurant***
Highway#3, 20 Avenue, (403) 563-5555
By using locally grown, organic produce Popiel's not only ensures the quality of the food they serve, but they provide material support for local Alberta farmers who share their commitment to human health and the environment. Their food tastes really good and it's good for you.
Country Encounters/Crowsnest Centre**
7701 – 17 Avenue, (403) 563-5299
Full service catering and bed n’ breakfast with gourmet meals affiliated with conference and banquet facilities in a beautiful mountain setting.
Fort Macleod
Johnny’s Restaurant**
225 24 Street, (403) 553-3939
Albertan fare from an Albertan chef-owner, in downtown historic Main Street.
Lethbridge
Broxburn Cafe***
5km east of Lethbridge on Hwy #3, 1km south of Broxburn Road. (403) 327-0909
This is as fresh as it gets, picked in the garden, straight into the kitchen! Enjoy high-quality fresh food made from ingredients that are grown right at our farm. Then buy fresh our produce to create your own homemade feast.
La Bella Notte Upscale Casual Dining***
402 2 Avenue, South, (403) 331-3319
Lethbridge’s leader in upscale casual dining, this well-established hot spot is ideal for business luncheons, lounge meetings, and exceptional dinner fare.
Michelle"s Memorable Meals***
230 12A Street North, (403) 328-9388
We believe in providing our cutomers with home made cuisine just like they would recive at home "without the hassle".
The Guesthouse Restaurant***
110 W.T. Hill Boulevard, (403) 394-9333
The Guesthouse family restaurant features European dishes specializing in superb buffets, supporting Alberta wherever we can. The Guesthouse is a reflection of your expectations.
360 Inspired Cuisine***
100 5 Street South, (403) 329-3609
Offering casual metropolitan dining in a plush "living room environment". Our menu features a wide variety of Alberta beef, bison, chicken and vegetarian selections in inspired presentations.
Medicine Hat
The Zucchini Blossom Market & Cafe***
62 3 Street NE, Riverside (403) 526-1630
Located off the beaten track, in the historic Riverside area, The Zucchini Blossom’s fresh outlook appeals for breakfast and lunch. People who love great food will want to try their take-out and a wide variety of hard-to-find ingredients.
Okotoks
Bistro Provence***
52 North Railway Street, (403) 938-2224
Feel the French countryside at this charming French Provencale bistro, where the chef/owner, Nicolas Desinai, uses fresh produce to re-create the natural flavours of France.
Divine***
42 McRae Street, (403) 938-0000
This casual country cafe offers market fresh food created with locally produced ingredients, prepared with the influence of southern Alberta and global cuisine, amid country comfort. An all Canadian wine list is also offered.
Turner Valley
Route 40 Soup Co.***
146 Main Street, (403) 933-7676
At Route 40 Soup Co., expect to veer off the beaten track as chef/co-owner Mark Klaudt travels through his region in search of regional riches. His unique spin on familiar dishes will bring you back again and again.
Northern Alberta Restaurants
Grande Prairie
Jeffrey’s Café Co.***
9904 101 Avenue, (780) 539-3131
10136 101 Avenue, (780) 513-8554
106, 10605 Westside Drive, (780) 830-8554
An eclectic menu with daily specials combined with fresh ingredients and a chef's imagination and care make any meal special. Enjoy quiet conversation, great salads, terrific quiche and special biscuits. Lance Warkentin is a local chef who knows where to find the food and how to please the palate.
Rick's Place***
9909 102 Street, (780) 539-3454
Gourmet deli and catering company.
Valhalla Centre
Melsness Mercantile Café***
Highway #59, (780) 356-3535
Deli restaurant in provincial Historic Site Museum. Homemade soups, breads and desserts. Open 9 – 4 week days.
Cooking Schools
Edmonton
Seasoned Solutions' Loft Cooking School***
#402, 10249 104 Street, (780) 437-0761
Cooking School. Gail Hall’s cooking classes feature fresh and local products from the Downtown Farmers’ Market.
Catering Companies
Calgary
Infuse Catering***
3510 - 19 Street, SW, Catering Company, (403) 269-3902
Infuse Catering’s high-end off-site fare utilizes local ingredients with seasonal and global influences.
Edmonton
The Butler Did It**
10130 105 Street, Catering Service (780) 455-5228
A crack team of food enthusiasts headed by Marianne Brown and Derek Weir create memorable experiences and notable events, with a combination of delicious food and superb service. We tailor our catered events to reflect all that is best about our clients.
The Dish & the Runaway Spoon***
12417 Stony Plain Road, Catering Service (780) 488-6641
Casual neighbourhood bistro creates clever interpretations of familiar favourites, featuring regional ingredients.
Bed n' Breakfasts
Sherwood Park
A Suffolk House Bed & Breakfast***
66 52343 Range Road 211 (On Antler Lake), (780) 922-4072
Enjoy a lake-side garden breakfast at this Canada Select Property. Cooking classes by arrangement.
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This information published to the web on June 21, 2006.
Last Reviewed/Revised on July 3, 2007.
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