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    Bistro Praha

    4.2 (91 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Classy
    Good for groups

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    Strawberry crepe
    Donna B.

    A very hidden little downtown spot to grab a bite to eat before a show at the Citadel. This place has cozy vibes and with that huge painting on the wall and cushy seats it's got nice vibes to settle and enjoy a drink in. On a Thursday night at 530pm it was more empty than we expected but by 6pm it was bumping and getting full. With the smaller seating area a reservation is still a good idea. Our server was super fast and surprisingly the food we ordered came out fast too. Made it nice so we could happily enjoy our food and drink and still have time for dessert. We ordered the Schnitzel Corden Bleu- being advised on the menu as an unforgettable experience we had to try this one. Nicely breaded and adding an extra squirt of fresh lemon was so perfect for this dish! Half a Duck was amazing! The duck was tender and so flavourful. Paired with some really nice sauerkraut and a couple slices of bread. This is the dish I would have again or recommend. We also ordered the Trout but it had been substituted for Atlantic Char. A nice fish, good portion. But the started salad that we all got was the best! The dressing was delightful and a perfect amount! With cheese and fresh tomatoes this one was a hit at the table. For dessert we shared a strawberry crepe to celebrate! They were fun and put a candle on it.

    Downtown!
    Carla C.

    Made reservations for 5:15PM for 3 people on a Thursday for my sisters birthday. Didn't need the reservation. Place was 5% full when we arrived and only got 40% full by the time we left (6:30PM). Had to park in a paid parking lot = extra $10. Atmosphere was nice and we were not rushed and food came super fast. Waitress was nice and refilled our water several times. Tried a Innis & Gun beer which was decent. All our meals came with House Green & Tomato Salad - was 10/10 good. Great dressing and nice to have something to nibble on. We ordered 3 meals and then all sampled each one. Half duck: duck was 10/10 super tender, not dry, tastes like chicken, sauerkraut was very good and portion was huge, bread was soft and fresh. Schnitzel "Cordon Bleu": 7/10. Breading as good but tastes more like chicken Cordon Bleu than Schnitzel. Next time I would just go classic. Trout "Jizerka" wasn't available but waitress said it was changed to Alaskan ...I am blanking but waitress highly recommended it so we got it: 8/10. Fish was pretty bland. Well cooked - not dry but just not my preference. Came with pan fried potatoes which we salty and perfectly cooked. Mushrooms were also 10/10 good. Dessert we tried the Strawberry Crepe: 6/10, crepe was a little too doughy for me, too few strawberries for my liking, and I prefer my crepe with custard in it. Lots of whip cream though. Waitress knew we came in for birthday and put a candle in it for my sister. Overall maybe we just had poor food choices but everything was cooked well (expect the crepe maybe).

    Cordon Bleu
    David E.

    While visiting Canada, I stopped off to try this European style restaurant. The food and service was amazing. The restaurant was small and cozy. If ever in Edmonton, I would definitely eat there again.

    Trout
    Cyn D.

    I've been going to the Bistro Praha for years, sometimes a long time passes between visits but I always return. The atmosphere is old world, wooden chairs, and gentle surroundings. The food is consistently good, you can count on that. Nice wines, European beers. No street parking but lots of parkades nearby. The service is knowledgeable and professional. The bathrooms are well-kept and pleasant. Everything I have to say about this is good...

    Filet of Sole
    Violet P.

    I met friends for a weekday lunch and I would recommend reservations as the restaurant was almost full when we were there. I arrived before the reservation time but was seated promptly and had water before the others arrived. The tables seemed a bit close together but there was no issue hearing others' conversations. There was just the one main server who had a bit of help. But I didn't seem to notice as the service was good, but we were also not in a rush to eat and leave and enjoyed a leisurely meal and visit. I decided on the 1/2 order filet of sole for $14.95. I didn't know it came with a salad before the main entree. The lettuce and tomatoes were tasty with the sweet dressing. Some bites were a bit too sweet though. The fish was flaky and not overly floured. The pan fried potatoes were good and I like mushrooms but these had too much butter for my liking so I didn't eat them all. My friends enjoyed their large salads and Schnitzel. This is a cozy restaurant with good food and a place I would come to again for lunch or dinner.

    Bistro Beef Goulash (13.75)
    Erika G.

    Without a doubt, one of Edmonton's undisputed institutions when it comes to restaurants is Bistro Praha. Open since 1977, this is a place where you will find culinary fare from the European country of Czechia. Avenue Magazine named Bistro Praha the Best Tried & True Restaurant 2020 and I think that this award sums things up pretty well. Located Downtown, the restaurant was opened by Frantisek Cikanek (who has since passed on). His goal was to open a place where one could eat familiar Czech delicacies and hear classical music. And let me just say that his legacy lives on and the restaurant continues to keep his vision alive. I visited on a Saturday evening and excitedly entered the comfortable yet stylish space. I loved the modern ceiling which makes the dining room feel fresh and current. Meanwhile, there are still plenty of touches that will take you back to the "old country." They have impressive chandeliers, lots of landscape art on the walls (including one giant piece on the back wall), and plenty of greenery. The space feels simple and easy, yet elegant all at the same time. I absolutely noted the classical music that was playing and it truly elevated the experience. Our server was lovely and happy to assist in guiding us through the menu. As someone with an Eastern European background myself, much of the menu felt very familiar to me. In fact, Poland (one of the countries of my heritage) and Czechia share a border. So the fact that I was getting vibes that reminded me of my grandmother's cooking made a lot of sense. The menu covers a lot of ground and you'll be able to find dishes inspired by not only Czechia, but other nearby European countries as well. While I wanted to try just about everything, I did my best to select a range of dishes from various parts of the menu. Once ordered, the food was delivered to our table lightening quick. I'm not sure if this is the norm but it was pretty impressive. The Starters section included Pickled Rolled Herring (Served with sour cream - $7.95) which I had to have because it's a dish that I grew up with and feel quite emotional about. However, the fried breaded cheese did not go unnoticed and I will most certainly order it on my next visit. My two favourite flavours: salty and fishy. That's straight-up what pickled herring delivers. I will say that this dish takes a certain kind of person. It's somewhat of an acquired taste but if you're like me and have been eating this stuff since you were a kid, this is some of the best. The herring was intensely flavourful, powerfully pickled, and wrapped around a pickle... Because this is NOT a "less is more" situation. I loved the big heap of sour cream, which I don't actually think I've used as a condiment with these before. This version was perfection and each bite took me away to a happy place. (My mouth is watering just thinking about it!) There's a Soups & Stews section and that's where I found the Bistro Beef Goulash (Slavic peasants created this stew using three basic ingredients: beef, onions and a healthy dose of paprika - $13.75). Again, I noticed the Prague sauerkraut soup and plan to try that next time. Originating in Hungary, this stew was served with rye bread (Eastern Europeans = rye bread with everything) and was warm and comforting. The deep rust colour celebrated the copious amounts of paprika used and the tender beef was plentiful. This dish felt simple and reminded me of home. For the main course I had to go straight for one of the main items that Bistro Praha is famous for: Wiener Schnitzel (Selected cut, prepared according to a famous recipe from old Vienna, lightly breaded. Served with potato salad & lemon - $24.95 for a full order). All of the main courses include a small "Jeremy" Salad (Romaine lettuce, marinated tomatoes and onions in white vinaigrette, cheese and house herb dressing) which arrived first. At first I barely registered this salad, considering it a bit of a "brush off" item. But then I tasted it. This had to have been one of the best "included" salads that I have ever received. Bright and fresh, the tomatoes were like some kind of magic. They were so juicy! Was this simply because of being marinated?? Because this is a game changer. I loved the deliciously acidic dressing and the cheese on top totally worked for me. Wiener Schnitzel originates from Austria, another country that borders Czechia. Now, I've had schnitzel before... But not like this. I added the Homemade Sauerkraut ($4.95) to the order because it felt like the right thing to do for maximum enjoyment. Made of a thin, breaded, pan-fried veal cutlet, the breading must stay dry so that it can be "souffléd." I cannot imagine Bistro Praha doing a better job of this. I squeezed some lemon over my piece and was blown away by the impossibly light breading, ultra-tender veal, and overall delicate yet flavourful experience. Where has this been my whole life? I liked the creamy potato salad a lot and was definitely glad to have

    Crepe Nadia was very good.
    Melanie E.

    We have been coming here for years. The schnitzel is crazy good. Knowledgeable staff always have a fantastic experience. I always have the schnitzel cordon blue with fried potatoes and Jeremy salad. My hubby always gets the Weiner Schnitzel and they are both spectacular. Thank you Bistro Praha for always making our dinning experience wonderful.

    Chicken Alcorn

    I have not been to the bistro in over 15 years. It is still good. The ambiance is very nice music was not loud so you could carry on a conversation and the decor has not changed. Not a bad thing. The service was excellent waiter was timely and asking to insure if our stay there was ok. The meals were just as good as I remember 15 yrs ago. The price was on the higher side of average but the quality of food was good and I was full...just enough

    Steak tartar
    Leslie S.

    Greeting was almost offsetting as she told us to sit by the window and then took off but our server changed our opinion. Unique, rustic and quaint seating with a small story of the restaurant on the back of the menu. Small starter salad but fresh! First time having steak tartare and it was delicious! Full order was too much for me to finish and I have a healthy appetite. Loved the options they had with it: mint, garlic, lemon, tomato, sprouts and small green things(caper berries). Deep fried bread to help you. Definitely a hands on delight for me. My wife had the duck and it was excellent. The best she had. Crispy and not dried out. Comes with a ton of sauerkraut homemade with bacon and onion to flavour it. Also had a dumpling style bun. My niece had Wiener schnitzel it was yummy. Best with the lemon. An ice cream scoop of their potato salad. They recommend the crepes but opted for the apple strudel which I overheard was made fresh daily but the one we had was not fresh. Drink menu is great and you can go for the $225 bottle of champagne if that's your style. Overall, first time and I will go back to try the rest of the menu. This weekend is pork hocks or Arctic char.

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    Excellent timely professional service!! Always great food and memorable service!! Can't wait to be back:)

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    An Edmonton staple since I was a teenager (and that is many years now). Best steak tartar in town and terrific schnitzel and goulash!

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    I've been there three times very delicious food, good service and exelent choice of vine.

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    Continental Treat Fine Bistro-Southside

    Continental Treat Fine Bistro-Southside

    4.1(124 reviews)
    2.6 km
    $$$

    Super dinner w friends. Service is always great here and Sylvester, the owner, is likely the…read morereason why. Friendly, upbeat and always welcoming, a great restaurant owner. We started w a pierogi sampler plate. Every current flavour - some new ones, chicken curry and pulled pork. All delicious w great sauces. The bread was super tasty- multigrain w garlic butter. Who knew gluten free bread could be so good Pickle soup and French onion soups were great. Pickle soup is not that sour so definitely try if you want lighter fare. Most had chicken or pork schnitzel specials were great. My husband is half Austrian and raised on schnitzel - he loves CTs schnitzel. I had the tomato and avocado salad. Great dressing - not sweet or cloying just a great accompaniment to the rich avocado - w grilled chicken that must be marinated- it was so good. Too full for dessert again! But have their Apple strudel which is lovely. CT is a YEG institution for good reason. Try their pierogi's at Strathcona Farmers or Bountiful.

    One of Edmonton's (and especially Old Strathcona's) iconic restaurants, Continental Treat has been…read moreoperating at its current location on Whyte Ave since 1982. That's 42 years! (I know the year 1982 well... It's when I was born. Ha ha.) Any restaurant with that kind of longevity is a mainstay. A reliable "forever" type of place that has stood the test of time - and believe me, it has been a test. Owned and operated by three generations of the Borówka family, their roots from Poland and Ukraine are reflected in the menu. They have even opened a second location downtown in recent years, expanding their comfort food empire twofold. So what is "continental" cuisine? By definition it's any food from Europe. And Continental Treat is prepared to feed you just like your European grandmother did. Voted Best/Favourite Continental Restaurant in 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 by the Edmonton Journal, this restaurant's legacy lives on in the hearts of Edmontonians. The ambiance is palpable. Just walking by Continental Treat on any given evening, you will be delighted by a visual tableau of the most cozy and romantic restaurant that you have ever laid your eyes upon. Dim lighting, candle-lit tables, lovers holding hands and gazing into each other's eyes... That's what goes on here. I visited on a Saturday evening and was in the mood for a little bit of the CT magic. Their corner location allows for windows on both sides and the inside of the restaurant is packed with old-world charm. You'll find a lot of dark wood, perfectly set tables adorned with tablecloths, European art, and the aforementioned candle light. (We're talking wine bottles being used as candle holders with tons of wax dripping down the sides type of vibe.) It's exceedingly cozy with light jazzy piano music being played in the background. The space is certainly not modern in any sense but it feels right. Situated at a comfortable table in the middle of the dining room, I got myself acquainted with the martini list. There are some interesting options to choose from and I was curious about the Pink Squirrel (Amaretto, Creme de Cacao, cream, splash of grenadine - $14.95 for 2oz). It would be nice to see a "signature cocktail" or martini that reflects the restaurant and its cuisine a bit better (maybe it's the C-Tini, actually) but I am always happy to try something pink. I loved this pretty, pink, girly drink and enjoyed it thoroughly! Did it look a bit like Pepto-Bismol? Yes (and we made jokes about it). But it tasted delicious (not too strongly boozy) and I loved the cherry-sweet flavour! It was almost like a dessert! This martini looked cute and I would definitely order it again. Our server was personable and friendly, staying on top of our every need for the duration of our visit. I'm glad that I made a reservation because it wasn't long before every single table was occupied. We were immediately served a warm basket of two types of bread (gluten-free!) and I helped myself to a slice of rye slathered in ample amounts of melty butter. If I had to pick the most famous item on the Continental Treat menu it would have to be the Creamy Dill Pickle Soup (Helena's famous dill pickle soup - $6.50 for a cup). I have ordered it every single time that I have dined here and I'm sure that many other people do the same. This soup is a hit for a reason. If you had an Eastern European grandma (like I did) this will remind you of her soups. It's lighter than you think it will be and filled with nice big pieces of potatoes, pickles (of course!) and other vegetables. The pickle flavour is at the forefront but it isn't too much. (Let's be honest, it could never be too much for me). It's cozy comfort in soup form. In a city that boasts many amazing soups, this is certainly one of the top picks. You can even order a "Euro Bowl" which I think is a really big bowl of soup! No one would judge you - it would be the right call. There are also several other soups on the menu that sound amazing and if I could ever tear myself away from the pickle soup I would love to try the Red Barszcz or the Sauerkraut & Potato. Can we talk about the gluten-free aspect for a sec? Continental Treat wasn't always a "gluten-free restaurant." This change was brought to the menu in 2007 when the decision was made to embrace gluten-free cooking both to promote healthier eating as well as to provide wonderful European dishes to diners who have intolerances. The goal was to make food that is indistinguishable or superior to traditional gluten-containing products. And I have to say, eating that rye bread, I would never have known the difference. This makes me think of my Polish grandfather, who did indeed have celiac. He would have loved this place. I don't think of Continental Treat as a "gluten-free restaurant," I think of it as a European restaurant that happens to serve gluten-free food. You KNOW that Continental Treat is going to have Signature Gourmet Pierogies & Dumplings on their menu - it's a must a

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    Continental Treat Fine Bistro-Southside - Beef tartar in the center, roast duck closest and pork chops farthest

    Beef tartar in the center, roast duck closest and pork chops farthest

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    Smoked salmon... must try!

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    Villa Bistro - Carrot Cake

    Villa Bistro

    4.2(26 reviews)
    1.8 km

    While I enjoyed the appetizers, the main entree was weak. That is, too much cream sauce that killed…read morewhat was a nice linguine al dente :-( . The service was very good and our hostess attentive. I'll go back one more time in order to make sure this experience was a one night off ...

    Was able to get prime time reservations here last minute on a Saturday night which I was surprised…read moreabout. Happy we checked out this restaurant as the food ended up decent, space is nice and service was attentive. My friend and and I split an order of Seafood pasta and the special of the night - grilled Bison Tenderloin with bacon wrapped aspargus and gnocchi. Seafood pasta was lovely and came with 2 small triangles of bread. There was an adequate amount of shrimp, mussels and fish that came with the order and the pasta, which I believe is made in-house, was cooked perfectly. The bison was prepared to our liking - medium rare - but was missing more seasoning, for which I added some table salt to same. The gnocchi were fluffy, crisp and light. Bacon wrapped asparagus was standard and cooked well. I also ordered a moscow mule mocktail which was delicious. For dessert, we shared the Sous-Vide Chai Creme Brulee. It was rich, creamy and yummy and a great way to finish our meal. Our server was friendly and attentive. My friend and I stayed and chatted until 9pm only to realize we were the only ones left in the entire restaurant, which had cleared out much earlier despite being open until 10pm. To get inside the restaurant you have to enter through the main building doors and walking down a corridor. There was a homeless person who was taking shelter in between the outside doors you walk through so just be mindful when you enter the building.

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    XIX Nineteen

    XIX Nineteen

    3.7(61 reviews)
    14.6 km
    $$$

    This was one of the highlights of our year! We came here for our anniversary…read more The atmosphere was sophisticated. The staff were friendly and attentive. And the food was absolutely amazing. I ordered the farro salad with chicken, it was hands down the best salad I have ever had! Every bite was different and you would think that too many items would make it confusing but it all worked together. Clearly an expert chef put that one together. Hubs had the black cod spaghetti with curry cream sauce, it was also amazing. It was definitely Asian fusion but it really worked! Our desserts were delicious, the butter cake was delicious and I'm not really a fan of cake. My creme brule was also good, standard vanilla, nothing exceptional but still good. All together a really wonderful experience and I would come back here in a heartbeat.

    Ever wanted to feel like a prisoner? You know a place to get bad food? Maybe have some undeserved…read moreshame thrown at you and be held under duress?? Well, there is need to break the law! Just make your way to XIX. We went in on a Thursday evening and were seated in the lounge. The salad we ordered to share as an appie was good. Drinks were delicious. We ordered the Coconut Atlantic Salmon and the Tenderloin Steak medium rare. The salmon was good, but the steak was cooked beyond well done - so much so that it was chewy. I asked to have the steak sent back and ordered the Harvest Salad instead. After a little while, my partner was almost done their meal and my salad had not arrived, so I asked to have the order cancelled. The server said she would cancel it, then came back 5-10 minutes later to say that it was almost ready and asked if I still wanted it. By this point my partner was almost done with their meal. I said I'd still like it cancelled and ordered a dessert to take home. The server arrived after about another 5 minutes with a box. Thinking it was the dessert, I was about to ask for the bill, but she said it was the salad and I could take it or leave it. I told her I did not want it, she said she would leave it, and repeated that I could leave it if I wanted. The dessert came soon after along with the bill. The salad was still on the bill. I asked to have it removed and the server said she could not. She called over the manager who said they were not going to take it off the bill because I took too long to cancel it. I explained that I cancelled it, at least 5 minutes passed before it was "almost ready," and then it arrived another 5-10 minutes after that, so I did not want it, nor did I want to pay for it. She said they had already "comped" the steak so I had to pay for the salad. I told her there was nothing to "comp." The steak was inedible (I had one bite out of it and returned it), so not something to comp. It was an awful meal that no one should have to pay for. I had asked for the salad to be canceled, so again, I was not asking to have anything for free. My night was ruined, I was upset, and just wanted to leave. At this point, I didn't even care anymore, I told her I'd pay for the salad and wanted to go home. The manager said she'd ask the chef if he would take it off the bill. Again, I said no and asked for the bill with the salad so I could just leave, but she left anyway. What felt like at least another 10 minutes passed before she came back. This time she said the chef had taken the drinks off, but I had to pay for the salad. The whole experience was terrible, but the last bit felt like I was being held hostage. I wanted to pay and leave, but couldn't because they wouldn't give me the bill. We took our boxes and left. I still don't know what the point of all this was. Sure they don't want to loose money. Then why offer a steak you don't know how to cook? And, comp? Do they know what that means? There is nothing complementary about having inedible food you cannot eat taken off your bill. I ordered the salad and cancelled. I don't know how their kitchen works, even if I had taken too long to cancel, I did not deserve to be kept there after I agreed to pay for it. They took the drinks off and not the salad? I think the difference what $8. Does the $8 matter that much to them? Was it some deranged power move?? ... like a "haha, we won't let you have your way!" Oookay, you guys win! Guess I shouldn't argue with a guy who can't cook a steak. He must know better than me.

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