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Empire Ballroom - Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, Edmonton, AB

Empire Ballroom - Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

4.9
4.9
345 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for brunch
  • Fancy
  • Good for special occasions
Edmonton’s unrivaled brunch experience. Turn every Sunday into a joyous time to gather with family and friends. Join us at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald for a brunch experience unlike any other. Hosted within the storied walls of the Empire Ballroom, a designated historical site of Alberta, you will enjoy live action stations to satisfy every brunch craving.

Your Sunday brunch experience features a sustainability focused menu including made-to-order egg omelettes, specialty crepes, savory carving stations and seafood displays - all crafted with locally sourced ingredients

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Experiences

  • Festive Brunch

    CA$109.00 per person

    17 Nov 2024 - 29 Dec 2024
    Immerse yourself in the magic of the holidays. Enjoy made-to-order omelettes, specialty crepes, savoury carving stations, a deluxe seafood selection and more. $109 per guest (Children 12 and under 50% off) Empire Ballroom November 17, 24 & December 1, 8, 15, 22, 24, 29 Seating Times: 10:00 am | 10:30 am | 12:00 pm | 12:30 pm

  • Christmas Celebration Brunch

    CA$69.50 - CA$139.00 per person

    Prepaid

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Turn moments into lasting holiday memories with a grand brunch in the historical Empire Ballroom, complete with musical entertainment. $139 per guest (Children 12 and under 50% off) Empire Ballroom December 25 Seating Times: 10:00 am | 12:30 pm Ticket Purchase is final and Non-Refundable.

  • Christmas Day Dinner Buffet

    CA$74.50 - CA$149.00 per person

    Prepaid

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Be our guest at our annual Christmas Day Dinner Buffet. Celebrate with all of your holiday favourites, complete with musical entertainment. $149 per guest (Children 12 and under 50% off) Empire Ballroom December 25 Seating Times: 4:00 pm | 7:00 pm Ticket purchase is final and non-refundable.

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What 345 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Edmonton / Northern Alberta

    Best Service

  • Edmonton / Northern Alberta

    Best Ambience

  • Edmonton / Northern Alberta

    Great for brunch

  • Edmonton / Northern Alberta

    Great for scenic views

  • Edmonton

    Best Service

  • Edmonton

    Best Ambience

  • Edmonton

    Great for brunch

  • Edmonton

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Empire Ballroom at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald offers a "fantastic" dining experience with "amazing" food and "outstanding" ambiance. Guests rave about the attentive service and elegant setting. While some find it "pricey," the overall experience is described as "worth the price." Popular for special occasions, it remains a top Edmonton destination.

345 Reviews

  1. carl

    Edmonton

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was exceptional, with lots to choose from, from the salad bar to the omelet station or the prime rib, Everything was fresh and delicious. There were many more items to choose from but we enjoyed the desert the most, the crepes and cherries were the greatest. we will be back for more soon Maria our host was the best.

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  2. Anne

    Edmonton

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and excellent service.

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  3. Scott

    Edmonton

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 1 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I frequently attend the Sunday Brunch at the Fairmont Hotels Empire Ballroom. It is an exceptionally exquisite experience. The food, presentation, ambiance, coupled with the entire professional and friendly staff create a world class dining experience. The terrace and garden add a serene after dinner picture taking opportunities,overlooking a very picturesque and colourful area of Edmonton riverside.

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Scott

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had an incredible experience. We have been before and it was just as I remembered. The food was incredible and I didn’t eat one thing that didn’t taste delicious. It was so nice to be able to go outside halfway through the meal to catch the ambiance in the back and our server was amazing. It would’ve been nice to see some sushi on the menu to go along with the seafood selections, but I’m not complaining. Everything that was offered was awesome.

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  5. Tony

    Edmonton

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 25 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing especially the beef short ribs. Our server was so nice.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Alex

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic from start to finish. Delicious food, amazing variety, and kind staff (great with kids, too!).

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  7. Jack

    Edmonton

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gashaw was outstanding for our server as well as the on floor manager. The food was outstanding as we have been coming there for 33 yrs . Well done and will always recommend the Mac for their Sunday brunch. Always!!!!

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  8. GoldenStupa

    Edmonton

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 28 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! The server is very attentive and helpful. The BBQ section on the patio provides additional value to overall bunch experience. The waiter brought us a special plate of cake for our anniversary, very thoughtful! Highly recommend for any special celebration!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an amazing experience and worth the price. Server is great and very helpful. Will definitely recommend and come back again

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  10. 63rdbirthday

    Edmonton

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 14 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The manager went above and beyond, all staff were very friendly and helpful, food was very good for a buffet. We will recommend to our friends and family.

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Empire Ballroom - Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is rated 4.9 stars by 345 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Empire Ballroom - Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

10065 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N6

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Jasper Ave
  • Area
    Edmonton
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef John Lance
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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