Barb & Ernie's is one of Edmonton's classic breakfast spots, and it's easy to see why. The food was…read morefresh, generous, and cooked exactly as ordered. The eggs were perfect, the bacon was crispy, and the crepes with whipped cream were light, delicious, and a great treat. The Black Forest fruit compote was rich and flavorful, and the clubhouse sandwich was stacked high with fresh ingredients and plenty of meat. The portions were excellent, the service was friendly and attentive, and the restaurant has a warm, welcoming atmosphere that keeps people coming back. Everything arrived hot and beautifully presented. If you're looking for a classic Edmonton breakfast or a hearty lunch, Barb & Ernie's is definitely worth the visit. I'll be back again!

Great food. Homemade tasting hotcake big enough for 2. Pan fried hashbrown cubes and big portions…read more Sausage tood too Great server very funny and friendly. Nice place a bit small but good decoration.

We've been to this Edmonton staple a couple of times in the last year, and enjoyed both times. It's…read morean institution here, or so we've been told, but sometimes institutions get a little long in the tooth. Not the case here in our opinion. The space itself is understated but classic Italian in Canada. The pizza oven is central and the patio, which we dined on last Summer is a lovely feature. The service is top notch, but not over the top. Our server this time was very engaging, with a dry sense of humour and fun. The lovely K's steak was cooked to perfection, the potatoes done exactly right and the veggies done to her delight. My Penne Arrabiata was very nicely cooked, a little toothsome which I prefer and the sausage was nicely hot in the sauce. The bread they provide is very nice, although I'd like to see more balsamic in the olive oil to dip. Our martini's were spot on, the Puglian Chardonnay excellent, and the overall experience will certainly have us coming back again.

I ordered takeout from here to be ready for 5:30PM. I arrived and my order was waiting for me…read more I tried the Fettuccine Bolognese $27.50 (full order)- 8/10. So pricey for the portion - not worth it in my opinion, was almost the exact same size as the "small orders". Also, not enough sauce. Noodles were perfectly cooked. Penne Mediterranean $20.90 (small order)- 8/10. I loved the feta, sundried tomato and mushrooms but the noodles were quite bland/no sauce to cover them. I like that it comes with chicken/a protein. Spaghetti Carbonara $19.80 (small order)- 11/10 sooooo delicious. 100% would get this again. Super creamy, noodles were cooked well, nice small pieces of pancetta.

This is my second trip to Sorrentino's Little Italy…read more Last time I was there, I had the pasta Stephenson which was full flavored and nicely cooked. This time I had the gnocchi Gorgonzola which is one of my favorite things of all time. Sadly, this gnocchi Gorgonzola was gummy and didn't have enough Gorgonzola for my taste. Still I do believe this is a matter of taste because it wasn't poor quality. Having said that... The service here is outstanding. Atmosphere is wonderful. And it might have just been an off night... Everything else we had as a table was well prepared. We had arancini, calamari, and some salads, all which received few complaints from our large group. I find the wine to also be reasonably priced which is another reason to go back. If I could do it again: Calamari (arancini was less outstanding) Pasta Stephenson Amari for dessert (the Amari was delicious.)

If you try to think of the longest standing Italian restaurant in Edmonton, you will likely come up…read morewith Sorrentino's. Now an empire with six restaurants in the Edmonton area, three pizzerias, a cafe, cooking classes, catering, annual festivals, and tons of philanthropic work... Sorrentino's is a force. It all started with Carmelo Rago, who came to Canada from Italy as a child and opened Sorrentino's in 1979. It's now 44 years later and the restaurant group is certainly the largest and most recognizable Italian restaurant brand in the city. Edmonton Journal has named them the Best Italian Restaurant 2020 and Favourite Italian Restaurant 2022. No matter what corner of the city you happen to be in, Sorrentino's is likely there. I decided to pay them a visit on a Saturday evening and I specifically set my sights on the Little Italy location in the McCauley area. Of the six restaurants currently operating, this one is the oldest. All of the other restaurants boast massive, gleaming, modern dining rooms... But Little Italy remains humble. You can feel the roots of the business in the space. There are no more than ten tables in the dining room and as such, a reservation is necessary. The best part is that they have tried to keep the same atmosphere and food as the first year that they opened. It's genius, really, to operate a restaurant that fully captures and maintains the nostalgia of the brand. The building feels a bit like an Italian villetta in the countryside, with dark wooden beams and a fireplace in the center of the space as a focal point. It's warm, cozy, and feels special. Seated by the window, I could take in the room and feel the vibe of the history reverberating in the walls. I gazed over the wine list but in the end I asked if the bartender could make a Negroni ($9.95). There was no cocktail menu in sight, but I was fairly certain that they would be able to make me this classic Italian cocktail. Our server confirmed that they could indeed. Made with gin, vermouth, Campari, and garnished with a slice of orange peel (I'm pretty sure this one was served with a slice of lemon instead), this cocktail has become my go-to when I dine at Italian restaurants. I find that the slightly bitter flavour balances well and cuts through the heaviness of Italian foods, similar to how I love to drink a can of Brio when I eat a pizza. It wasn't the best negroni that I've ever had, but this no-fuss version delivered the flavour notes that I was hoping for. A basket of warm bread and butter was also delivered to the table and I settled in happily for a delicious carb-filled journey. An antipasti was a must and all of the classics are on the menu; from bruchetta to arancini. However, I was in the mood for the Calamari Fritti (Flour-coated squid, deep-fried with canola oil, served with spicy tomato sauce - $16.00). Something easy to share and fun to eat. First of all, I loved the plate that this dish was served on because it was refreshingly adorable! We squeezed the lemon over top and began to dunk the crispy rings of squid into the sauce. Delizioso! The calamari was cooked to absolute perfection, which can be tricky sometimes. The meat was tender and not at all rubbery. The fried batter coating was light and crispy without being too heavy. I loved the zesty tomato sauce but I wouldn't exactly call it "spicy." It's so interesting that in Greece this same dish is served with tzaziki. In Spain it's allioli. In Italy; sugo. All of these Mediterranean countries have their own similar versions and each are wonderful. I wanted to bring some freshness to the meal and looked to the insalate section for the answer. While I was very close to ordering the caesar (made with anchovy dressing as per tradition) I had to go with the Bocconcino (Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, oregano, EVOO, balsamic vinaigrette - $14.00 for full size) because it's one of my favourites. In retrospect, I probably should have ordered the sorrentino salad because it's named after the restaurant itself. Beautifully plated and wonderfully fresh, I loved the bright slices of roma tomatoes. This salad is like eating in an Italian garden and the mild slices of bocconcini complimented the dish well. The olive oil and balsamic really punched this simple dish up in a delightful way. My only complaint is that I felt that the dried oregano was a bit heavy-handed and instead I could have used a bit more coarse salt. When it came to my main dish it had to be pasta. It just had to be. There are hearty dishes on the menu that include several preparations of veal, chicken, and even braised beef short ribs, but I had to choose one of the delicious pasta preparations. There are nine different options to select from and for me, it had to be the Gnocchi Gorgonzola ($24.00 for full size). All of the pasta dishes (and the salads as well) are available in full or half sizes, which I think adds a great way to customize your meal and also helps to accommodate your level of ap

Came here on a date night and was greeted right away. There…read moreweren't that many people when we came in which was great. To our surprise, the food portion was big so we were happy with that. It also tasted great so can't complain

A friend of mine and I were at the restaurant at 2 pm on April 8 celebrating my birthday. I used to…read morework close by and frequented your restaurant often. The Diavola was my favorite dish and I loved it. The first shock was the price. $38 for pasta? I don't know what happened to your food quality and presentation but it was sadly lacking yesterday. The chicken looked as though it had been hacked any old way and was not juicy and tender at all. I had to dig to find any lobster at all. I was hugely disappointed with the meal. I will try to send pictures of the chicken especially. I'm afraid I will not be back until some changes are made. And will not recommend your restaurant either until something is done to change my mind. Do the right thing to keep a regular customer. Know what I mean? Regards, Lyn Miller

First time dining at the restaurant. Have heard many good things about it and also very busy every…read moretime driving by. Went for dinner, it was fantastic. Wish I had taken photos. Our server, Eddy was great. Personable and helpful. Highly recommend and will go back for sure.

Busy Sunday brunch but waited about 10mins to be seated. Despite being busy had great service - we…read moresat in the bakery side which was cute but a bit cramped. LOVED the coffees - tiramisu and ?french toast. Food was good (crepes and breakfast hash) but the star of the show was the drinks! Had a crème brulee cinnamon bun as well but wish we would have tried the standard or tiramisu instead.

This place is gorgeous and the food was good, ...... but, they heavily prioritize reservations…read more We arrived at 12 noon. We were told to check in with the desk. We were told , even though there were empty tables we could not be seated for 20 min. After over 50 minutes I asked if our table would ever be ready, and we were seated right away. I think they forgot about my dad and I. Then it took 20 minutes to get a cup of coffee. Service was so slow we didn't get food till 1:45, and when we were done I had to stand and lean on the table to get our waiters attention to get the bill. In my opinion, now that the ambiance is set and the food is good, they could spend a little time perfecting efficient customer service.

Came here after skating at Riel Park. Super lovely to just stroll the greenery and "stuff". Lovely…read moredate spot. Glasshouse resturant is beautiful and is like dining in a solarium. Love killing an hour or 2 here. I got the chai latte - it was fine. Boyfriend got the pistachio latte - likely just pistachio milk and coffee. To me it just tastes like coffee with a splash of milk but boyfriend was happy with it. Drinks came pipping hot - too hot to drink for a good 10 minutes! (not complaining) We also tried the coffee cake dessert. 10/10 good. Not very much coffee taste (at all) but loved the texture and not too sweet. 100% will be back!

Amazing Food! Everything we ordered was delicious! The…read moreWhipped Ricotta on delicious bread, the fresh mixed greens with baby pea shoots and fresh peas was light and fresh ! The Bkack Truffke Mexzaluna was the best! Every bite was amazing ! We were so full we hardly had room for the lamb and green infused penne pasta! The service was excellent !

Ridiculously delicious Italian food, absolutely loved our shared meal with friends and will be back…read moreagain!!

Amazing staff! Amazing food! 10/10 highly recommend!!! didnt have a reservation but they squeezed…read moreus in. So friendly!!! Love love love this place!

I still come here faithfully. I can't believe it's been ten years since I've written again. I…read morerecommend this place to everyone. Fantastic owner, I would support this place for him alone. But the food is always incredible. I just started veering away from my favourite dish and now have two other faves. All of the apps are great! And did I mention their cocktails. Because they are truly something to come for alone. My friends always love the dessert but I'm too full to even try it! But they all love it! Forever a staple and I hope it never leaves us downtown.