Pack your stretchy pants and take your taste buds on a journey to some of the hottest craft beer taprooms, hyper-local bistros and indie bakeries in Canada. Edmonton is the capital of Alberta, and one of Canada's youngest and fastest growing cities. With award-winning chefs in Edmonton, you can see why independent restaurants are thriving in Canada’s ‘Festival City.
Your dining options for your visit are endless! You could visit RGE RD, who provides award-winning dishes that celebrate the flavours of the prairies and local, sustainable ingredients. There is also Bernadette’s, who serves an incredible rotating menu that is inspired by Indigenous ways of cooking outdoors and made with local, seasonal ingredients. Bündok offers exceptional fine dining and an incredible selection of cocktails in the heart of downtown, while Moth Cafe provides a rich menu of plant-based foods that will leave you satisfied and feeling refreshed. For the best in Italian, Uccelino is a modern trattoria serving mouth-watering seasonal dishes. With the culinary community continuously growing and diversifying in Edmonton, you are guaranteed to indulge in incredible meals during your entire visit to Edmonton.
The craft beer scene is also booming in Edmonton with several must-visit breweries. One such brewery is The Monolith, known for their innovative and award-winning craft beers. You can then stroll down to the other nearby craft breweries on 99 Street, which is appropriately dubbed the “Happy Beer Street” thanks to its ever-growing number of breweries popping up there. For an especially fun beer tasting experience, join Urban Pedal Tours for a hilariously unique ride to get the most of a taste of that local, hoppy goodness.
In Edmonton, you’re encouraged to play with your food. Discover the city while savouring unique flavours on a Food Bike Tour. Then, enjoy a unique chocolate pairing experience with Delavoye Chocolate Maker. End your day sipping a glass of cask beer while you watch the sunset over the river valley on the High Level Bridge Streetcar. And that’s just the beginning!
Don’t know where to start with your delicious adventure in Edmonton? Check out some of these helpful articles to get you the food you’re looking for whatever mood you’re in:
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