Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Edmonton

That Chicken Place is much more than the average fried chicken joint. With daily specials and generous portions, this local eatery is a fast food gem. Tuck into delicious specials like shepherd's pie, chicken jambalaya and fried basa filet, alongside burgers and the usual chicken dishes with a side of hashbrowns and rich gravy. Although just one of the many fast food options at the Telus Plaza food court, That Chicken Place attracts quite a loyal following with the promise of food that is always fresh, flavorful and served with a smile.

Buns & Roses offers a healthy take on delicious food, with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options that are sure to delight even those with no dietary restrictions. This charming little bakery is the first of its kind in Alberta, and serves only freshly baked goods that are prepared using organic ingredients and wholegrain flour. Healthy, yet utterly delicious, Buns & Roses' scrumptious treats won't do you wrong. Apart from cakes, breads, the usual baked goods, Buns & Roses also serves daily lunch specials, deli style sandwiches, grilled mains, tea and coffee. Stop by for a light lunch or a leisurely snack. The menu is ever-evolving, with tasty new additions gracing the menu often.

Have a huge craving for ice-creams? Then head to Pinocchio Ice Cream located in the Kinokamau Plains area. The father-son duo of Salvatore and Tom have been serving up delicious flavors of homemade ice-creams for decades. With flavors being largely from Italy some of the finest ice-creams are made here. Try delights like the Chocolate Cheesecake, Smoked Cheddar, Key Lime Cheesecake, Caramel Amber Alet, Bourbon Corn Flake, Spiced Chocolate and the Gingerbread. However it is not just ice-cream that is available here but also sherbets, sorbets and gelato. The Cactus Pear, Peppered Merlot and the Blood Orange sorbets are popular favorites here.

Edmontions driving down to Pigeon Lake regularly make this quaint small-town bakery a stop along the way. The bright red storefront is welcoming, enticing you to step in and sample an assortment of delicious baked treats. The shop specializes in European, particularly Danish, baked treats from cherry-apple danishes to peppernut cookies and lemon pound cake. They also have a nice variety of doughnuts and ice-creams on offer as well. During festive seasons, their specials are a much-appreciated treat, especially the Christmas fruit cake. Make a small detour along your route, you won't regret it!

Swiss 2 Go is a one-of-a-kind cafe that serves an assortment of simple, homemade Swiss sandwiches, soups, pretzels and other Swiss eats. What sets this deli apart is the fact that all dishes are made in-house. The ingredients are of a high quality, freshly imported from Europe and each dish on the menu is made-to-order. The handcrafted sandwiches have been featured in multiple guides and magazines and are the drawcards of this place. Local favorites include Matterhorn, Italian Bride and Thanksgiving. Don’t be surprised if the sumptuous Swiss flavors make you forget that you are at a deli in Edmonton.

Padmanadi is arguably Alberta's best vegetarian restaurant. It's well frequented for its exotic Indonesian delicacies. And those with a penchant for all things spicy have a great choice to look forward to. Sambal Taoco, Sambal Terong, Nasi Goreng are the top favorites. Share the vibe, the warm service and the delicious vegetarian fare with your non-vegetarian pals too. No meat can sometimes be fun!