Alberta's 10 Must Try Restaurants, From Edmonton To The Canadian Rockies
Alberta is one of Canada‘s three Prairie Provinces, characterized by vast and mesmerizing forests and mountainous landscapes. In fact, the best restaurants in the region come with spectacular views of the surrounding nature alongside delectable menus of local and international cuisines. In our updated guide to Alberta’s top eateries, we have identified the 10 best restaurants across the province for a memorable dining and cultural experience.
1. Balkan
Restaurant, Mediterranean, Greek
Central to restaurant Balkan‘s philosophy is philoxenia, the ancient Greek word for friendship. The term certainly fits well in this lively restaurant where, in addition to exemplary meals of scrumptious Greek food, customers can feel a breeze of Mediterranean passion and hospitality. On Tuesday and Thursday nights, in particular, dining here becomes a fun, cultural experience as dancers perform traditional Greek dances and plates are safely smashed against the wall, a peculiar celebratory ritual common in Greece. The menu includes Balkan’s flagship arni psito — a dish made with roasted lamb — and the succulent souvlakis, a range of skewered grilled meats.
2. Duchess Bake Shop
Bakery, Cafe, Patisserie, Pastry Shop, Pastries, Dessert, French
3. Eden
Restaurant, European, North American, Canadian
Part of the stately Rimrock Resort Hotel, fine-dining restaurant Eden boasts a location like no other. The establishment is found in the middle of a picturesque valley covered in thousands of tall firs, from where truly breath-taking views of the surrounding mountains can be enjoyed. But Eden’s award-winning cuisine as well as its impressive 17,000 bottle wine list are no less out of the ordinary. Chef and sommelier Chad Greaves shows culinary genius in the exquisite dishes he creates, every one a masterful work of both taste and presentation. Aim for the ten course Grand Degustation menu for a monumental, unforgettable dining experience.
5. Lakeview Lounge
Lakeview Lounge
Luxury inside and majestic views outside are the winning ingredients of Lakeview Lounge, in hotel The Fairmont Chateau. This is a top establishment located right on the shores of Lake Louise, a bowl of crystalline water surrounded by sprawling forests of firs. Join the extremely elegant atmosphere at Lakeview Lounge and soak up the outstanding view of the lake while sipping one or two of the exquisite cocktails from the Fairmont Modern Classics menu, perhaps accompanied by some indulgent tapas bites. For the best experience, come here at summer and enjoy the unique panorama from the lounge’s unbeatable outdoor patio.
Lakeview Lounge at The Fairmont Chateau, 111 Lake Louise Dr, Lake Louise, AB, Canada, +1 403 522 3511
6. Nourish Bistro
Bistro, Restaurant, Vegan, Canadian, Vegetarian
7. Storm Mountain Lodge
Hotel, Lodge, Cabin
One of the top tourist attractions in the region of Alberta is the spectacular Banff National Park. If you visit the park, consider a stop at the restaurant inside the Storm Mountain Lodge‘s premises. Immersed amidst the park’s pristine nature, the restaurant offers an all-Canadian menu of local delicacies prepared with organic ingredients, naturally raised meat and fish and home-made breads and pastries. The cabin-like venue is completely built from wood, and provides the perfect backdrop for a wholesome meal on Alberta’s mountains. The restaurant’s lounge is particularly charming — take a seat on one of the leather couches and enjoy a drink while gazing at the roaring fire in the stone fireplace.
8. Tapas
Restaurant, Spanish, Tapas
9. Wieners of Waterton
Wieners of Waterton
Even staples as simple as a hot dogs can become irresistable for discerning foodies when lovingly put together with fresh buns and prime grilled meats. Ask patrons at Wieners of Waterton, an eatery in the Waterton Lakes National Park, so popular with locals that they have come up with a smart nickname for their beloved purveyor of hot dogs — they call it WoW. In addition to the delicious dogs, WoW keeps sausage lovers coming back with a range of other finger-licking bites, like its glorious gelato and potato chips; however, this spot may find its true WoW factor in the arresting views of forests and glaciers further down the horizon.
Wieners of Waterton, Wind Flower Ave, Waterton Park, AB, Canada, +1 403 339 1079
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