Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Edmonton / Northern Alberta

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Edmonton

4.8

4.8 (2261)

CAN$51 and over

Steak

Edmonton

About the restaurant

Visit Ruth's Chris Steak House in Edmonton today! Come to Ruth's to enjoy one of our savoury steaks, broiled to perfection and served on a sizzling 500° plate, paired with a glass of award-winning wine, a shareable side, and a delectable dessert. We specialize in fine dining and make every meal an experience to remember.

Discover our A La Carte menu or take advantage of our Prime Time special featuring 2 courses for $65 or 3 courses for $77 and a glass of wine for only $12 more. Our Prime Time menu is available from 5:00pm until 6:30pm. We also offer private dining experiences for weddings, corporate events, holiday parties and more. Celebrate your next milestone or date night at Ruth's Chris.

Book your table at the best steak house in downtown Edmonton, conveniently located in the heart of downtown, situated in a historic building that once housed a bank. This is how great steaks are done.

Top review

Patt

Dined today

Our dining experience was nothing but great. Great service & well prepared, delicious meals. Our server , Don was friendly, readily available for whatever needs required. I would highly recommend this establishment.

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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Fort McMurray

4.8

4.8 (776)

CAN$51 and over

Steakhouse

Fort McMurray

About the restaurant

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime rib is a Keg specialty, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse & Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and fresh squeezed juice cocktails.

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Vera

Dined 1 day ago

No complaints. Love the food and service for our Christmas dinner reservation

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4.8

4.8 (410)

CAN$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Sherwood Park

About the restaurant

Bodega Sherwood Park, our biggest location yet, is open for lunch and dinner service. Offering our award winning Portuguese and Spanish cuisine and featuring daily specials along with an extended menu, thanks to our authentic wood burning oven.

We are your friendly neighborhood restaurant and we hate to turn people away on busy nights. So we kindly ask observe a two hour guest experience so that we can accommodate as many guests as we can on busy nights. Thank you! If you feel like you will require more than two hours, please phone for your reservation and let us know upon booking.

For groups over 4 or any other larger group inquiries; please phone us at (780) 417-4670.

Top review

Ann

Dined 5 days ago

We had the Sunday seafood served family style. Every course was excellent, both taste and presentation. The wine was a bit pricey.

Sicilian Pasta Kitchen (South)

4.7

4.7 (2035)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Edmonton

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Edmonton based Southern Italian Cuisine of the Sicilian Pasta Kitchen South located just west of Century Park. Come in and enjoy a delightful dinner or let us help you celebrate your special occasion. The venue features a 150 seat dining-room over two levels with an area that can accommodate large semi-private parties. The dining-room features a large glass enclosed kitchen so our guests can see what our kitchen is up to from almost every seat in the room. We also have a 60 seat patio with gas heaters and also features beautiful murals of the Italian countryside. In addition to the restaurant we also have a 100 seat lounge adjacent, Vinny’s Bar. We feature a twice daily happy hour and offer a lunch special menu too.

Top review

Ray

Dined 1 day ago

It was a good outting. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was good. We will definitely be going back! The food was fresh and very tasty.

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Popular dish

Ravioli Miniatura

Experience

Our twice daily happy hour

Monsoon Bistro & Bar

4.7

4.7 (171)

CAN$30 and under

Indian

Old Strathcona

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Kanwal

Dined on 23 Nov 2024

Delicious food,great service, definitely I will come back.

Earls Kitchen + Bar - West Edmonton Mall - Edmonton

4.6

4.6 (359)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Edmonton

About the restaurant

Welcome to Earls West Edmonton Mall, our culinary destination nestled within the iconic West Edmonton Mall, the largest shopping centre in North America. Indulge in our daily features and discover a culinary experience that delights your taste buds. Join us for Happy Hour and late-night Happy Hour, where you can unwind and enjoy enticing drinks and delectable bites at unbeatable prices. Treat yourself to a memorable dining experience and book your table today. Your table is waiting. We can't wait to see you!

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MarcellaVIP

Dined on 4 Dec 2024

Will was fantastic, attentive and made my experience so amazing! I loved the Sushi Tacos, and the sangria! Thank you Earls!

Earls Kitchen + Bar - St. Albert

4.6

4.6 (628)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

St. Albert

About the restaurant

Welcome to Earls St. Albert, our beloved restaurant that has been a cherished part of the community for decades. Located across from St. Albert Centre, our restaurant is not only known for its daily specials, Happy Hour, late-night Happy Hour, and inviting patio, but also for being a favourite gathering place for locals. Join us and experience the warm hospitality and lasting connections that have made Earls St. Albert a favourite for all who has visited. Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

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Edward

Dined 7 days ago

Earls for Saturday brunch is one of the best deals out there. $15 for Eggs Benedict for example. Food is fresh and just the right amount. Service is always good. Buy a gift card and get a further 17% discount off the entire bill.

The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Grande Prairie

4.5

4.5 (2620)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Steakhouse

Grande Prairie

About the restaurant

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime rib is a Keg specialty, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads… and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse & Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and fresh squeezed juice cocktails.

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Jacilyn

Dined 6 days ago

The mushrooms Neptune is always amazing. As is the crème brûlée

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4.5

4.5 (25)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary American

Edmonton

About the restaurant

A bright, airy restaurant in the heart of Old Strathcona, serving brunch, dinner & wine 7 days a week.

We accept brunch reservations Monday-Friday at a limited capacity and leave the rest of our seating available for walk-ins.

We accept weekend brunch reservations for groups of 6-8 in our semi-private room and leave the rest of our
tables available for walk-ins

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Adrien

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing service and food! 5 stars. One of the best places to eat in Edmonton.

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Experience

Rush Hour

ATLAS steak + fish - West Edmonton

4.4

4.4 (560)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Steakhouse

Edmonton

About the restaurant

ATLAS steak + fish is a flirtatious and modern twist on the iconic North American steakhouse. Sip and savour in our warm and casually-elegant ambiance as we serve you with our stylish approach to hospitality and remarkable cuisine. Selecting the finest ingredients, exploring global flavours, showcasing unique cooking techniques, and engaging table-side service are all elements that speak to our commitment in crafting a truly distinctive dining encounter.

ATLAS is located on the second floor of the Starlight Casino in West Edmonton Mall. ATLAS West Edmonton Mall offers a Happy Hour daily 4:30pm -5:30pm.

This location is now family friendly and welcomes diners of all ages.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 6 days ago

Our waiter Jason was outstanding as usual ! Food was so good and service was fantastic! One of my favorite places to eat !

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