It's always busy and no seats 3/10 honestly they need more seats for people who don't drink but do…read moresmoke hooka I love the location but the parking needs more space and less random parking easy to get a ticket in the area and the hooka is 6/10 to be honest not my favorite spot but does the job for a Friday night out with the boys not for a date night as it's full of men and lots of smell during the weekends and bottle service gets the best seats since their big ballers total rating is 6.8/10 the inside is really great vibe

Easily the worst and most slimy hookah lounge I've ever attended. Came with my girlfriend and her…read morefriends, payed a 10 dollar cover and was served watered down tequila twice, yes a bottle of WATERED DOWN TEQUILA and when I called it out to the bartenders they were more than willing to fix their mistake and give me new shots(do you really think they would have given me new shots for free if they didn't know this was true)when I called it out the third time they brought the manager to speak with me and I was more than respectful in letting him know the situation and he proceeded to have two bouncers kick me out for essentially whistle blowing. He than followed me and the two bouncers outside calling me a liar and every other name in the book. It was so obvious that he knew the liquor was half water because the second I said something he wouldn't even talk to me about it and instead had me and my girl kicked out on the spot. I am the farthest thing from the type to write reviews like this, so for me to post this I would have to feel extremely snaked out. Moral of the story is if you don't want any of this to happen to you don't attend 117 lounge. Overall rating is a very generous 2/10

Friends and I stopped in for an afternoon cocktail. The space is beautifully decorated and the…read morefurniture is classy and comfortable. We were seated near the window, which provided a beautiful view of the river valley. The servers are very quick, professional, and friendly. I ordered a spiced orchard mule and truffle gouda fries. My drink was made with high quality ingredients and was flavourful. My fries were perfectly cooked- crisp and golden, and the gouda and truffle oil provided a rich flavour. I highly recommend this lounge for a relaxed, upscale experience.

This is the more relaxed dining room in the Hotel MacDonald. Prices though are similar to the…read moreHarvest room but a different menu. It is lovely inside with fireplaces, comfortable couches and seating. Reminds me of an elegant cigar room. I would like to come here during the summer, because the patio has one of the best views of the river valley. Service was great. Our server came repeatily to make sure that we were comforable and happy with what we had ordered. A breakdown of what we had HEIRLOOM PUMPKIN SOUP - coconut cream, toasted pepitas, plantain chips ORGANIC SALMON - Pan seared salmon, Thai Laksa sauce, tiger prawns, tender bok choy, rice noodles, crushed nuts and NANAIMO BAR MARTINI Custard cream, coconut crumb, chocolate ganache inspired by the traditional Canadian dessert from Vancouver Island Food was delicous. The standout was the salmon. Delicous Laksa sauce. Absolutely beautiful. The Nanaimo bar martini was good, but extremely rich. I would say if you are not a huge sweet fan try something else. However, if you love chocolate, this one is for you. For us this was fairly pricey so it would be a once a year treat.

Oh, Kasbar, you had me at Moussaka. There were 4 of us, so we split the meal for four ($110 for 4,…read morewhich is A LOT of food). I just had my birthday celebration with friends last night. Going through the basement of Yianni's was like going through a zone warp to Morocco, with the sun sconces and colourful lamp pillars. Awesome service. Food was amazing, followed by drink specials. Make sure you try their Calamari -- possibly the best in town, when accompanied with tzatziki sauce. It is definitely on my list of great places in Edmonton to celebrate special occasions.

The Kasbar is located in the basement of Yianni's, a Greek restaurant on Whyte Avenue. It is a very…read moreunique looking space with lighting accents, sofas, tables, and a bar. It is used by The Raving Poets for their weekly poetry jam, as well as for other arts and cultural events. I came here for the first time as part of a networking event and found Kasbar to have a very bohemian feel to it. The bartenders were very friendly and seemed to be having a great time. It's a great place to grab a casual drink and there are lots of out of the way tables and seating areas for conversation.

Legacy Post from 2019…read more I came to The Common for lunch a while back. They offered decent food in a good atmosphere...However, it took a while before the food arrived so I'd give them 7.5/10

Loved the atmosphere here, nice and cozy, almost like going back home to grandma's house. The…read morewaitress was very accommodating even with all of our special requests. The fish and chips were amazing, including 2 large fillets with a light crispy coating. The fries were also above par. The only thing I didn't like was not being able to eat it all and I was staying in a hotel, so I couldn't take it with me.

I'm surprised I'd never been to the Cask & Barrel before this week. It is a great place to grab an…read moreafter work drink and a bite to eat. Service is friendly and fast and the space is lively without being overwhelming. Their food menu isn't the best if you have dietary limitations but there are still a couple vegetarian and gluten-friendly options. I had their caprese salad which was served deconstructed with microgreens and 2 different types of tomatoes. You can never go wrong with bocconcini cheese! As for drinks, they have some great happy hour specials and the house red wine was surprisingly drinkable. They also have an extensive cocktail list with their twists on the classics and a formidable whisky collection.

Embarrassed that it took me so long to get back into this place! Allan G and I came once a few…read moreyears ago to meet a friend for drinks, but I hadn't done much hanging out since. Went last Saturday to catch a friend's band play, and I'm so happy I did! It was a gorgeous day-- perfect for a patio sit, and lots of folks were all there for the same purpose, so it was super relaxed and chill. Our server, Mandy, was unrufflable and funny. The perfect server. The manager, David, is really great. Friendly and super welcoming, considering I'd only been once before. I noticed that he was attempting to change out the sandwich board for the band, so asked if I could help (ex art major, with a lot of typography experience). He was happy to let me. So that was fun. :) I had a couple beers and the Italian sausage flatbread pizza. OMG! SO good! And the prices were perfectly respectable. Definitely planning to make this place a regular stop on my relaxing/drinking/socializing rounds now.

Not too busy Saturday 10pm right before the hockey game got out -70% full. At 10:30 place was 100%…read morefull. Atmosphere is very fun. Bartenders are nice. Drinks are good but can very very strong. Boyfriend got the Zombie and felt sooooo buzzed borderline drunk. Loved the skull ratings which really helped. Honi honi- 7/10 - tastes too much like alcohol/ too strong for me. Captain's Cut 8/10 - good very light flavor Missionary's downfall 8/10- too much mint for me. Zombie - 10/10 if you like strong drinks. Overall a very cool place to go for drinks.

Place is pretty awesome! Especially if you love a great drink and a great atmosphere. So many great…read morecocktails. Drinks are pricey but craft and I feel worth it. Our server was friendly and fun. And she totally matched the atmosphere. Food menu is limited. I would like to see a few more selections particulary since they get their meat from Smoke next door. I went with the Zombie which was a flippin 4 oz. It was delicious. And well worth the price. To eat we tried the burnt ends, the fries, and the mac and cheese. Food came out slower than typical but it was a good use of our time to enjoy the space and our drinks. Food was good. For sure the burnt ends were the star of the show. But the mac and cheese was good and creamy and the fries were well flavoured and plentiful. Sliders were well constructed. come here for amazing drinks and snacks! And the food is an added bonus.

It's hard to find clubs anymore where there is live music . It's great for new bands who want get a…read morereaction . Also you can jam with other musicians! If your sick of djs , check this place out ! People are friendly and it's lots of fun . Where else can you find up coming live bands besides white ave ? This place rocks

Good neighbourhood dive bar on the west end of Edmonton on Stony Plain road with live music!. They…read morehave a Wednesday jam that starts at 8pm and bands on Friday and Saturday. I like the Saturday jam from 6pm to 9 ish before the evening band starts. Good lighting in the day with average decor. Cozy feel. Interesting characters. Replaces the old double D lounge. Nice Rig sign out front. They have their own parking lot. Happy hour from 3 to 8. The manager gal (Sly) is a hard working gal to deliver live music and great food to make this place welcoming. great 2 burger sliders deal with lettuce tomatoes onions a beer and home cut fries with skins on! For $7 before 8pm. And wings are huge. I like the lemon wings best! Classic rock. Good food, music and cheap beer makes this place a winner for this genre of bar. No ties allowed. 4 stars!

Love the innovative drinks and delicious steak and shrimp here, however it is on the pricey side…read morecompared to somewhere like the Keg. The ambience is a nice mix you can sit up front where it feels like a Moxies, or you can sit in the back where it's more of a business meeting place with larger chairs and tables. It could be more upscale, however it does have a higher end feeling by the bar. The staff is friendly and welcoming, however watch out for the one waitress that expects large tips and will combine your dine in and takeout bills and then expect a tip for it all. Otherwise, will definitely be back!

Another superb steak form Lux Steakhouse and Bar! November…read more1st 2022: The same waitress was overcompensating acting fake nice after our last experience... Distinctly giving me attitude this time, she was clearly not happy that the person from my table wasn't feeling generous tipping her (after our last experience). Unfortunately, this made the experience less inviting and enjoyable. Lux steaks never disappoint, however! (The Caesar salad was excellent as well!) Compliments to the chef ‍ Thank you Lux!

If you're craving a good smash burger and a time-travelling trip back to the 1970s, this is the…read moreplace for you! I was visiting Edmonton on a work trip and was brought here by a coworker. What a hoot! I had a smile on my face from the moment we walked in til we left. There's nothing like being time warped into the 1970s and watching old cartoons and advertisements on the TVs while eating your dinner or having a drink. Everything from the color scheme to the light fixtures to the trinkets collected behind the bar screams 1970s, and made for a fun, goofy, comforting nostalgia. We started with drinks at the bar while we waited for a table. They have a good selection of local brews as well as cocktails. Even the names of the drinks made me smile. I got the "dirty shiddy martini." Then we moved to our table in the "rumpus room." The menu is no-frills and straightforward. Not a ton of options, but you're there for a burger! They have vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options to make everyone happy. We each got a burger Alabama style, split some fries with "flat sauce," and added a giant pickle on a stick for shids and giggles. Delicious, it all hit the spot! Staff is friendly and quick. It will be busy when you go so just enjoy the experience!

This is the fourth time I came to shiddys to be wildly disappointed. Yes they are busy, but run…read morelike a cafeteria and my party was asked to "leave" after a period of time to make room for other groups. I have been in the restaurant/pub industry for most my life. This is a pub not a high scale restaurant. Clearly about making money and will not get my business or recommendation again.