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!

Pretty great breakfast. Me and some friends from work go here once every two weeks…read more Makes the best "eggs Benedict" I've tried. It's over all awesome. The food and service are excellent. The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is that the building is a bit old. But you still get good food for reasonable price.

The best home cooked food in Westlock! Omar is amazing, and…read moreis phenomenal at remembering you, your food, and the little extras you ask for. Always enjoyed his food, my favorite place to eat before I moved!

We were looking for a place to get a quick lunch and then spotted Violet Mae's Bakery. As soon as…read morewe walked in we noticed the white board with various menu items such as sandwiches, soup and one type of breakfast sandwich. I ordered the breakfast sandwich with ham and my wife ordered a BLT. I also ordered a coffee. While we were waiting for our food we looked around to see what else is available. There were two fridges for frozen meals that could be taken home and reheated. There were some basic groceries such as eggs as well. Of course, being a bakery, there were lots of breads, buns and pastries. Our orders didn't take long, but since there are no tables everything was to go. That's okay, I can eat in the car. My wife said her BLT was especially good. My breakfast sandwich was very filling but also tasty and not messy so it was easy to eat in the car. My coffee was not so great. It tasted like what I often make at home. That is something that Violet Mae's could improve on. However if you are passing through town and looking for a place for a quick lunch to go, or you need to pick up some bread for later, this is your place. It's only a block from the highway and near the west end of Whitecourt.

Smitty's is a favourite spot of mine and family. Opened in…read more1960, Smitty's is a family oriented restaurant, offering casual comfort foods. For myself and family, we are big fans of breakfast foods at lunchtime - brunch is definitely great at Smitty's. The menus at Smitty's is very complete and has something for every taste - from all day breakfast to lunch / dinner menu (which includes appetizers, handheld, salads and mains), desserts. And let's not forget the menu for the kids!! All day breakfast is what brings the family and I to Smitty's - the menu is very complete and delicious. You can find eggs, meats, cubed and shredded hashbrowns, toast, pancakes and crepes, skillets, omelettes and eggs Benedict. I have eaten a variety of breakfast items at the restaurant: the classic traditional eggs and bacon, eggs Benedict, omelettes as well as skillets. It's hard to say which one is the best or my favourite - I would say that the food prepared and served at any Smitty's I have eaten at is fresh, of exceptional quality and quantity (no need for snacking until the next meal). I also had the opportunity to try a few of their burgers and chicken quesadilla, fish & chips and southern fried chicken, all very delicious!! Service is very friendly, professional and rapid. The ambiance is very relaxing as well, which enables you to take it easy if by oneself, or having a casual conversation with fiends or family. Finally, Smitty's has 80 locations across Canada, so you can enjoy their foods (almost) anywhere!!

Why every time I come here my food is cold I've came here so much times and every time I went it…read morewas cold. The only good thing was the waffles and it was so loud me and my friends had to text to communicate. And there was a girl named Stacy and she was super rude.

This was the third event I have attended in the past year where it was hosted at the Roadhouse. The…read morevenue in each case was great. The staff is exceptional and the food was good. The latest group event hosted at the Roadhouse was no exception. It is highly likely the group will host at the Roadhouse again. Great venue, great staff and good food.

There food is not the greatest . The head cook is full of himself. The manager is bad at her jobread more

Fantastic food for a price that can not be beat!!! They have redone their menu, and it is just as…read moregood as before, if not better. We had a drink each, an appetizer, entree each, and our total bill was just under $70!!!! This is usually a $150 at any other place. The escargot is the best we have had from any restaurant yet (lots of garlic :D); my boyfriend would have drank the leftover sauce if I let him. Their menu now allows you to pick your sides from all available options, not just this dish comes with rice, end of story. Portions are nice and large; I had my leftovers for lunch, and was full for both meals. Average entree price is around $20 (not $30-35 like most restaurants now a days). My boyfriend had the fish, which was a good size piece, with garlic risotto and veggies. The garlic risotto was the perfect amount of garlic and creaminess (I almost wish I had order it!) and the fish and sauce was just delicious. I had the chicken cordon blue, which I've never had, with the mushroom risotto and veggies. I will definitely order this again!!! What I have been missing! Perfect amount of sauce with the meal, as well as being a nice accompaniment in flavor. Service is the best around. Prices can't be beat. Food is fantastic. This is a hidden gem for sure. I highly recommend!!!

We went for Xmas dinner last night and was really dissappointed. Our food was cold. They replated…read moretwo plates with the same cold food. The food tasted good thought. If they could have reheated it in the microwave. It ruined my Xmas. 6 people with cold food. Won't be going for special occasions again.

I was looking forward to trying their food yesterday, however once I was seated the waitress took…read morethe orders of two tables that arrived and were seated after me. I waited 15 minutes and other than the water I requested and the menu that was provided it was like I was invisible. Frustrated with what was going on I decided to leave. I will not be back.

Huge burgers. The place is super busy and staff are working hard rushing around. The Parsnip soup…read moretasted super good. I'll definitely be stopping here for lunch when I do my work road trips. New favourite Whitecourt place for lunch.