Origin India

Buffet

Doan's Vietnamese

Sizzling Beef and Blackbean Plate

 Spring Rolls over Vermicelli Noodles

MKT Fresh Food & Beer Market

Fish and Chips

Chow Mein 

Salad 

Under the High Wheel

Chick Pea Quesadilla

Spinich and Fetta Crepe

$5 Coffee!

Narayanni's

Buffet

Fuss cupcakes

Vanilla Cupcake with Tiramisu Icing

Peppermint Cupcake

Friends and Neighbours

Spring Rolls

Club Sandwich

New York Bagel Cafe

Bocochini and Bacon Eggs Benedict on a Pumpernickel Bagel

"Joe's" Bacon Eggs Benedict on a Cheese Bagel

Espresso with a side of milk, a table full of condiments, and a Mocca

The food was delicious. We all had different Eggs Benedict's on Bagel and everyone enjoyed their choices. The eggs were cooked perfectly, the sauce was a great balance and I had the boccohini and bacon topping which was so rich I didn't need to eat for the rest of the day.

The serving sizes are large, so come hungry. The prices range from $15 to $19 for a plate of Eggs Benedict which is high, if you're not starving I would recommend sharing one, and getting a smaller meal on the side too.

The decor and feeling of the place is cosy and cute, with sweet homey mugs and quirky posters around the place.

It took two attempts to eat here, last weekend we tried going for lunch but it was so busy that the wait would have been over two hours. This week we had a group of 6 people so we tried to get there as early as possible, 10am. Luckily, as a foreigner I had forgotten that most people would have been out last night celebrating Halloween, so New York Bagel Cafe was empty at 10am! Win! We got a great table and they served us quickly.

As we had a group of over 5 they added a 20% gratuity to the bil straight away, despite the menu only saying a 15% gratuity would be added. The staff were friendly but despite it being quite, very slow to take orders, forgot a drink and the meals took a long time to come out. As we were busy chatting away we didn't mind the excuse to stay a little longer.

Food Taste and Quality = 9.5 out of 10
Atmosphere and Service = 8.5 out of 10

Burger Barron

Mushroom and Pizza Burgers, with Curly Fries

I think we need to review this one with a "grain of salt". They are an old school burger joint that is not trying to be young and hip. Simple meat cheese and bun is what they offer, with a mushroom or onion serviced for good measure. The ladies serving us and the drive through winder were lovely and very quick. We ordered a single mushroom burger which is their specialty, a single pizza burger, a serve of curly fries, a soda and a chocolate milkshake.

Blair ate his burger in about three bites so promptly got up and ordered another one. Next time he says he will order a double. Which is comforting that there might be a next time. The burger I had was something that I could and probably should have cooked at home myself.

We ate in the place and sat in the simple and older style booth. The best was to describe is a truck stop style decor, I wasn't brave enough to go into the bathroom.

In summary, I would go across the road to the McDonald's next time, but Blair liked the simplicity.

Food Taste and Quality = 4 out of 10
Atmosphere and Service = 5 out of 10

Tasty Tom's on Whyte

Regular Ruben Sandwich

Blue Cheese and Bacon Burger!  

We went hear by accident, it was actually our third choice, sorry Tasty's. We tried "New York Bagel" but it was way too busy, then onto B's Dinner which didn't seem to be offering lunch, so we kept walking and stumbled upon Tasty Tom's. We had gone past it many times but never stopped to try it.

The place was warm and busy, another couple were waiting for a seat, so when the larger table in the corner became available we sat at either end together. It was our waitress' second day on the job and she was lovely. The service is "dinner" style, pretty relaxed and all about speed. 

The "benny special" for $12 was advertised everywhere but they were out of it. The menus is a simple breakfast all day, many interesting burgers and big sandwiches. 

My hubbie tried the blue cheese and bacon burger. What a great mix of ingredients! He enjoyed the burger and particularly the potato fries on the side. 

I had the Ruben as a friend of mine is currently on a hunt for the best Ruben sandwich in Australia, so I felt I had to support the cause. The Ruben was delicious, I paid an extra $2 for the salad on the side, and asked for no dressing, so don't hold that against them in the photo. It was so delicious and filling, the meat was juicy and the I was worried the sandwich was going to be soggy, but it wasn't!  

Food taste and quality = 7 out of 10

Atmosphere and service = 7 out of 10

Ousia - Our favorite restaurant in Edmonton

This is our favorite restaurant in Edmonton. The food is creative, authentic, and DELICIOUS!
We ordered the Saganaki, Lamb, Salad and Desserts and they were all presented in ways we had never seen before. The waitress was just delightful. She was very informative, friendly and fast. The restaurant was a lovely atmosphere and comfortable. I believe it's new, having only been around for a year. We would definitely recommend this to anyone who likes good food and we will definitely go back. It is not the cheapest place, I think it cost approximately $50 for the two of us (however we didn't order any alcoholic drinks). 

Food taste and quality = 10 out of 10
Atmosphere and service = 10 out of 10

Sabu

Sabu Gyoza and Salmon

Sabu Pork Bento Box

This is our favorite Japanese Restaurant in Edmonton. It is local, easy to park, always has a table, food is fresh, authentic and fast! We love the tempura, chicken, pork, sushi here, we've eaten here over six times and enjoyed everything we've ever tried. The family owned staff are so friendly. 

Food Taste = 9.5 out of 10

Atmosphere and Service = 9 out of 10

Continental Treat Fine Bistro

We came here to celebrate a work milestone and were looking forward to a fancy meal. We loved the food whilst in Germany last year and were hoping for something traditional. We were not disappointed. The wait staff were very professional and efficient, explaining all the meal options and wine choices. As it was very busy it took a bit of time to get our table, despite having booked a week ahead. 

I am obsessed with Spaetzle and was keen to order any main that had that included. Although it was not the beset Spaetzle I've ever eaten it was certainly the best I have had in Edmonton. The meat and sauces tasted very thick and creamy as I had hoped. Blair has put this restaurant in his top three, which means the meal sizes were of a hardy size for a man! 

The intimate and dark surroundings make for a lovely atmosphere, and although being on the expensive size I do feel you get what you pay for. We will definitely be coming here again. 

Food Taste and Quality = 9 out of 10

Atmosphere and Service = 9 out of 10