Drove about 45 minutes out of Edmonton to get here. Be prepared for line-ups around 11 for lunch…read more Eases off about 12:30. Wonderful experience in a quaint and cozy, very eclectic diner. Huge number of menu options. Very large servings. Chef salad large enough for two. Burger with bacon and mushrooms was outstanding. So tasty. Note: If going for fish and chips, a little later in day might be helpful. All the fish was still frozen on our visit. We will go again at a later time to have their famous fish and chips. The staff is bar none EXCELLENT! Friendly and efficient, and almost intuitive as to their customers' needs. A special shout out to our server, Crystal. If any waitress ever deserved a tip, she did. Thank you! Parking area is fairly large and there is an inside bench to wait on should anyone with leg issues need a spot to rest. Overall, well worth the trip from Edmonton. PS The coffee is awesome, too.

Good food and lots of options on the menu. You can get pretty stuffed here ordering the huge home…read morecooked meals. Most are tasty! Mamas loses a star for the Ukrainian Plate they serve. Tried it last time and those cabbage rolls and perogies need some Baba help! Fairly busy on the weekends and around main meal hours. Line ups tell you the food is special!

To fully understand our experience at the Hillbilly Grill it's helpful to see it within the whole…read morecontext of our accidental visit to Westlock. We unintentionally ended up in Westlock as a result of a minor medical emergency (don't worry, everyone's ok). While we're waiting for the doctor in our shared room, we observe the cast of characters that Westlock has to offer. Patient number one is this old guy getting injected with a bag of blood who asks the nurse why she's wearing gloves. She explains, to his horror, that she gets a new set of gloves every time she sees a new patient. He loudly complains that this is a waste - he figures you outta be able to lick your hands and wipe them off on your pants and that should be good enough. I'm thinking, "okaaaay, pretty redneck." Not to be outdone, the next patient is a 30-year-old woman who needs some stiches and treatment for rabies! It turns out that she's an old timey fur trapper who got attacked by a wild animal while dragging a 75-pound beaver through the woods. As it happens, the emergency room doctor who was treating her is ALSO a fur trapper so the two of them ease back and start swapping fur trapping stories. Once we were done, we notice that it's nearly 7pm so we ask a nurse for local restaurant recommendations. She sends us to a "place that looks pretty sketchy" called the "Hillbilly Grill" - by now the terms "sketchy" and "hillbilly" do not come as a surprise. When we arrive downtown, we see that the restaurant is located in what looks like a 100 year-old western hotel. Apparently, someone in the 1970's decided to "update" the building and cover up the classic brick with stucco. This 70's style architectural vandalism continues inside the building as I witnessed the interior décor from 1974. I'm thinking to myself that now I know why God had to create a place called Hell. Our experience completely changed when our meal arrived. We get the brisket and the pulled-pork sandwich and I swear to God that it is the best southern-style barbeque I've had this side of North Carolina. Nothing in Edmonton or Calgary touches the high quality of food I had in Westlock. It was tender and moist with just the right hint of smoky flavour. Simply outstanding! While we were enjoying our meal the owner came out to shoot the breeze with us - a 47 year-old man with a crushed cowboy hat, plaid shirt, shorts, and socks with sandals. He tells us this story about how his restaurant got broken into by a local meth-head. "Turns out it was Donna, you know - the lady who owns the bar across the street? Turns out it was Donna's son Larry! I even took a picture of him as he was riding away on his BMX bike while flipping me off. Actually, I kinda feel sorry for the guy. If you're a middle-aged man living in your mama's basement still riding your BMX bicycle around town - then you probably should examine the choices you've been making." Ladies and gentlemen...Westlock, Alberta! If you're looking for some amazing food at a reasonable price with a truly authentic redneck experience you can do no better than the Hillbilly Gourmet Grill in Westlock.

Oh. My. Dear. Lord…read more Last time I was here I split every dessert on the menu with a friend. Worth every calorie. Today I thought actual food may be necessary, and as I have been craving fried chicken, I figured I would give the chicken and waffles a chance. Presentation: the skull sold it for me. Anything that makes a dish stand out makes me happy. Flavour: The chicken breading was so crisp and perfectly seasoned! No chain can compete with his recipe. No dripping grease, just wonderfully juicy chicken. Dare I say, it was moist. In the best way possible. And the waffles? Wow....just wow. Fluffy and delicious. Price: So this massive portion - which is just as generous as all of the portion sizes - comes in just shy of $17!!! Leaves a little money for dessert, if you have room!

This is a busy coffee shop and ice-cream place right next to the public lake access. There's lots…read moreof seating both inside and out. I had a coffee and biscotti, both of which were good. Most people were here for the milkshakes or ice-cream. The menu above the order counter said that they offer breakfast items as well. There's lots of parking but also lots of people who want to park so be prepared to look for a place to park on weekends.

I drive by this place almost every day, and today seemed like a good day to stop in…read more Mo Jo is a cute little cozy diner that seats max 30 people. There's handmade crafts, jewelry, homemade pickles/fruit/ jam, bottles of maple syrup, fresh homemade baked goods, frozen meals to take home, and framed pictures and art for sale in every corner! You can also pick up farm fresh eggs there. The menu is pretty basic (all day breakfast, burgers, sandwiches etc.), but a few stand outs are homemade soup, homemade ice cream and homemade pie. Yeah baby! I had a bacon cheeseburger with a side of...(wait for it) mozza sticks! Seriously awesome! The food was fresh and tasty, and the service was fantastic. My coffee cup was never empty! It was interesting, for such a small "out of the way" place it sure was busy there! The locals definitely know about this gem. I plan on coming back for coffee and pie when it's time to buy my bedding out plants and herbs for the garden. Oh yeah...there's a garden centre just steps away!

Fantastic homemade burgers! Our server was attentive and awesome. It felt like going back home and…read morebeing taken care of. Just a great country experience. They also had some pre-made home cooked frozen meals, we took some home. Highly recommend

We go for breakfast. Servers are always very nice and the breakfast is very good. We will continue…read moreto go back!

Awesome,I have already wrote some things I just wanted to add one thing I forgot to mention;they…read morehave the history of Drayton Valley on their walls ;all the old photos; an old car front ;a jute box playing . It is really something to see !And on Fridays nights it's $5 night for burgers & fries for every body.How does that sound ?I say GREAT!

What a hidden gem! We were coming back from a wedding out of town and decided to try a random place…read moreoff the highway. We ended up in Seba beach. It was pretty full so that was a good sign. It was nice inside with a beach feel. Our server was friendly and chatted about the menu. This menu focuses on burgers, pizzas, fries, and some main meals. My husband decided on the bacon cheeseburger with fries and I went with the pork schnitzel. Food came out pretty timely manner. It was DELCIOUS. The portions are huge. I will definately be back

Have been coming here for about a year for a variety of meals from Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner…read more The Service is amazing and friendly - you're welcomed as soon as you come in. The atmosphere is warm and inviting and not pretentious at all. The prices are extremely reasonable and the quantity is incredible as well. If you leave hungry, it's your fault.

This locally owned restaurant needs support in order to survive. The food is average and the prices…read moreare excellent.

I can honestly say this was the best food I've ever had at a wedding -- and I've been to a lot of…read moreweddings! We were so fortunate to have White Bull Café cater our daughter Tamber's wedding to her new husband Jack. Chef Sam Ictay went above and beyond in every possible way. Not only was the food absolutely incredible -- from the main meal to the cakes and midnight lunch -- but Sam and his team also looked after bartending and so many little details that made the day seamless. He was friendly, professional, and made every guest feel welcome and taken care of. What stood out most was Sam's generosity with his time and experience. He shared invaluable advice with the bride and groom, helping them navigate the day with confidence. His support played a big role in making the wedding truly unforgettable. Knowing Sam personally, as I had the pleasure of building his home, made this even more meaningful -- but I would recommend White Bull Café to anyone, hands down. If you're looking for someone who cares deeply and delivers excellence, Sam is your guy.

Every summer when I visit Drayton Valley, I look forward to dining at the Red Bull! The chef…read morespecials are always something crazy good! Our server Kendra is great! This place will not disappoint! So many choices on the menu. The omelettes are the best ever!!

It's a saloon in the middle of nowhere. They have a pool table, VLT's, a couple tv screens, and a…read morejuke box. Cozy blue collar establishment. They serve beer and chips and peanuts. Didn't see any food otherwise. But he place has character. Mothers and daughters serving so must be in the family. Worth a stop for a refreshment. And they sell t shirts! They have bands play some weekends.