50 Best Bars in Edmonton

“I come for their Bulldog and the outdoor patio to soak in the sun while having a refreshing cocktail. For a healthier option, dragon boat lettuce wraps is excellent . Great service by Jasmine, friendly..polite and efficient. It’s our happy hour venue for the summer and will be back again.“

“Fantastic change from the norm“

“Always a good time at Greta!!!“

“Seriously one of our most favorite spot in Edmonton. Chris is a legend and his staff are gems. Happy Hour never disappoint & special of the day is usually spectacular. We go as often as possible. A++“

“We are already planning our next visit because literally everything looked so good! And what we had was incredible! The service was phenomenal and the vibe felt so welcoming.“

“This is an awesome place. Friendly staff, decent prices and Amazing Food! Music Poker on Thursdays is the best!!!“

“great atmosphere, good food good company.“

“Came specifically for Pilsner Urquell from the proper Czech Lukr taps, and this place delivered.

If visiting Czechia has ruined beer for you or you want to know why they have the best beer in the world, (it's the taps) stop in for a mug. Don't forget to chug a mliko first.“

“The food is to absolutely die for, their wine selection is by far one of the best ive tried. I recommend anyone with a heightened palette to try every one of their appetizers. You will not be disappointed. Id give 10 stars if I could. Server is very very knowledgeable and super friendly. Felt like a friend!“

“Have been to this location twice now while on holiday from Saskatoon. Leopolds Broadway in Saskatoon is my spot of choice and while in Edmonton Strathcona is a home away from home. My bartender was fantastic , she was very attentive and even open to banter about the ridiculous virtual golf league on the tv. 10/10 recommend as a sober person !“

“Great place for live music. If you like music with more rock, metal and punk flair with touches of grunge and glam, The Dive Bar is your place !!“

“Didn’t have food but the service and the beer were exceptional!!!!!“

“I would recommend it to anyone…It’s an all around great place for great food, cocktails and service!! 👍🏻“

“The staff are great and friendly, the food is fenominal and I wouldn't want to go anywhere else to watch a oilers game than here. It's a 10 out of 10“

“amazing drinks & appies; great ambience Linda is the best!!! Definitely recommend checking it out!“

“My best description of our experience is that I felt like I must have been friends with the owner. The service was phenomenal and personalized. The atmosphere at the bar was great, chatting among other parties even trying things each ordered.

At first glance I wondered if the concise yet diverse menu would work together, and every dish we had was unique while also working together beautifully. You NEED the sweet corn custard/broccolini + fries for dipping— don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.“

“Review: Time Out Pub – South Edmonton Tucked away in a residential area near Argyle on the south side of Edmonton, Time Out is a hidden gem of a sports pub. It’s not far out of the way and just a cheap Uber ride for a great night out. The vibe is laid-back, the drinks are cheap, and the pool tables are even cheaper. The pub food is fantastic—honestly, they might have the best nachos in Edmonton. Great spot to catch a game, shoot some pool, and enjoy solid comfort food without breaking the bank. A no-frills, feel-good kind of place that’s definitely worth checking out.“

“Awesome place for low key nights and really fun nights too.“

“Ally is a very good bartender who is very professional and also respectful. Jessica Kay’s review is ignorant and very weird based on the fact that it’s a burner account. Alysha has always been a great server and even better person. I’m there pretty steady and she always has been close with her patrons and does her job excellently and efficiently.“

“Can someone please teach the cooks how to deep fry onion rings? They're ALWAYS way overcooked and cut up my mouth. They cook them rock hard. I don't like how dark it is there either. They need more lighting. There's lounge lighting, and then there's candle lit bath lighting. People don't wanna eat in restaurants with the same level of light as a candle lit bath lol. That's why the 2 stars for atmosphere. I've never been in a restaurant or even a night club or lounge that is this dark. Also not impressed by the change in quality of the food since covid. They used to use a nice brioche bun for the sandwich and now they just use a dollar store hamburger bun and it's too soggy made that way.“

“Opus is a great little neighborhood pub.
We come to play darts in the afternoon and enjoy a pop and snacks. Food is quite delicious and reasonably priced. Calm afternoon atmosphere with (usually🙂) good music playing. No charge to use the dart boards, but bring your own darts! Pool tables are $2 a game. Staff are always friendly and welcoming. Being retired, we find it a relaxing way to spend the odd afternoon.“

“Great people and good hospitality.“

“Since moving back home to the island The Bower is my go to venue when returning to Edmonton. Being a DJ this place hires incredible fellow DJs. Strongly recommend!!!!“

“Came during the day for a coffee because the cafes were closed and I needed to get out of the rain. They have a good food menu and they operate in tandem with the restaurant next door. The owner and staff were super friendly, gave me coffee on the house and free refills (I didn't even realize until after I left). The food was delicious and they were super friendly even though I didn't buy any alcohol this time. Made my day, I'd go back any day for a drink.“

“Hello! My friend and I stopped by your location on the evening of June 13th and I just want to say thank you to the security guy that was working that night, he made us feel SOOOO comfortable and safe. When a drunk guy decided to join our table he kindly escorted him out after warning him of social distancing. He also cleaned off our table and asked us if we needed anything. The bartender and staff were also very accommodating and kind we will def be back! Thanks again guys :D“

“We've just moved to the city about a year ago and it's our first time to come here. We are not a pub/bar kind of people, but if we go, we go for the amazing food and service. And this place did not disappoint us one bit. Our experience tonight was amazing. Food was great and service was excellent. Darien was our waitress and she did an amazing job in spite of being incredibly busy and being all by herself. Thank you Darien and we will definitely be back😊“

“Fantastic food and better than fantastic service by Heather 5678! Lots of variety on the menu. Recommend to any NWT fire evacuees staying in Hotels off Ellerslie road.“

“awesome service and the Food is amazing“

“I love pub 99 . I never go out and get uncomfortable. From the second i walked in i was treated like a friend and family .i really love their pizza and wings. Everyone supported me overcoming sever stage fright with kareoke. And now i try to make every kareoke i can. Easy going ,comfortable and servers are great .“

“We ordered take out. Minor issues (side salad missing). Called the restaurant and someone drove it to the house! I was very impressed with the service and their willingness to make it right (they also offered a credit if I no longer wanted the salad). The food was good and overall the meal was enjoyable. We have dined in person many times as well and the food and service are consistently good.“

“My family and I were evacuated from our home in Drayton Valley and this restaurant offered the evacuees a free meal which we had and it was awesome! We are incredibly grateful for places like this in such a stressful situation ❤️“

“Pretty good venue, it was just a little inconvenient that you have to enter a phone number at coat check. I visited from Europe and didn't have a phone plan for there so wasn't able to receive the text message. Eventually got resolved though. Also, it would have been nice to not get sweeped out of the venue the SECOND the band was done, lol“

“Well, sugar, let me regale you with the tale of my splendid time at Dewey's, the charming bar on the University of Alberta Campus. My hip might not be what it used to be, but that didn't stop me from waltzing into this haven of joy.First off, the Irish red at Dewey's is truly divine, dearie. Sipped it like it was the nectar of the gods, and let me tell you, it made my old bones feel a tad sprightlier.Now, brace yourself for the fun part – I played pool with a bunch of fine young men studying in the institution of engineering (Hunky!). Oh, my stars! Those lads were as charming as a summer breeze, and we laughed and jested like old pals.But let me shine the spotlight on Emma, our angelic waitress. Bless her heart, she fluttered around like a butterfly, ensuring our glasses were never empty and our smiles never faded. Emma, that dear, made this old lady feel like royalty, attending to our every need with a grace that warmed my heart.Dewey's, with its Irish red, pool-playing hunks, and the delightful Emma, is more than just a bar; it's a haven of merriment and camaraderie. This old gal found a slice of paradise right there on the University of Alberta Campus. Cheers to Dewey's!“

“Just a great place to eat and hang out“

“I absolutely love The LUXX!!! This is my all time favourite dance bar. I will be coming here for my bachelorette in a few days and can’t wait to see my favourite bartender and dance the night away. Way better than beercade with good music, cheap drinks and amazing service. I can’t wait to come here again. I would recommend this place to anyone!“

“We had a wonderful date night while visiting Edmonton. Highly recommend this place. The food and service were both amazing. Thank you.“

“I booked a reservation for our anniversary thru open table, but somehow it reserved a table - at the Prince George restaurant…after speaking to the manager, Stefan, he sat us in the lounge at a nice table by the fireplace, gave us a couple of drinks on the house, and had a great steak dinner, then got a delicious dessert( on the house)… I just want to thank Stefan, our server and the rest of the staff for making our night out a success… Taras Pyzyk“

“We played here live as a band Nov 22, 2025. It’s great to see the renovations and changes the bar has introduced and that the support for live and local Edmonton rock & metal music is only growing, and supported by venues such as Bunkers. Staff is always helpful and supportive!“

“Omgosh! The Kegs Tuna Tartare, it was amazing. I mean AMAZIiNG!!“

“No food here, but plenty of cold beer at great prices. The Top Patio is cool as are the various levels of the building. Cool outdoor Mainfloor Patio as well. Jay the Mercenary, Fu Manchu, Metal Jay, Phil the Electric Trip, and the Necromancer DJ were and perhaps still are solid staples of this fine establishment. Notable guests include the Red Witch, the Shaman, the Ranger, Mike of Whyte, Brad the Barbarian, and the Zombie Master. Lots of good music as well. I would recommend this pub.“

“Owner and staff are amazing. Best nachos on Whyte Ave…we’ll b back.“

“Awsome time with great friends and new people“

“My husband and I went to The Moon Cafe and Pizza yesterday (18thSeptember), we had the best lunch we have had in a long time. Service is brilliant and I had a Blue cheese pizza, which was to die for. Took home the Veg Lasagne and it was the best!!/ We will be going again with family and friends hopefully. Keep the great work up guys, yr one of the best.“

“Every order we've placed has been awesome! wings and burgers are the best!“

“great pub awesome patio, best wings“

“I Am Very Impressed With The Amazing Bowling Deals On A Cheap Day On A Non-Game Day. Very Respectfully Got To Say The Service is Absolutely Amazing! Also Looking Forward To Eating There Next Time I Come. Also Look Forward To Bowling Again Too!“

“My new favourite Pho place. The BEST costumer service, ever. Our food is always served so fast. I’ve tried a lot of Pho places and this one by far is the best. Great menu too. Definitely only going here from now on!😊“

“We tried a new restaurant last night and it was fantastic! I love Ethiopian food, and wanted to try a place I hadn’t been to before. First thing to note is that the word “Bete” is not the french word “bête,” meaning “beast” (as in animal). It is an Amharic word meaning house, similar to “Beth” in Hebrew and “bayt” in Arabic, as I was told. All this just to clarify that the restaurant’s name is more closely translated as “Africa House,” not “African Beast,” which I ignorantly thought prior to learning this from the owners. We told the host that it was our first time there and that we were willing and eager to learn from him and try new things. He was very helpful and guided us though the menu. Before making a decision, we noticed that some other guests were eating fresh banana with their injera (the ubiquitous crêpe-like sourdough bread served with virtually all dishes), which piqued our interest, Lindsay in particular. When we asked which dishes came with banana, he laughed and told us that they don’t serve bananas, and it’s a common way of eating injera for Somalians, and that those guys arrived with their own banana. Apparently this is a BYOB restaurant. So, with no bananas to be had for us, we decided that the $99 mixed plate was the way to go. As you can see, there is a wide variety of food in this dish. In the middle, ground beef topped with their homemade cheese (similar in texture to feta, not as strong in taste, yet oh so fresh). At first, I was convinced there was mint in this, then I realized it was rosemary. It made it very refreshing. Bottom left is a perfectly spicy lamb tibs in the most delicious red sauce. Next to that is a mild lamb tibs that was juicy and yummy, with a couple jalapeño accents just for fun. To the right was a fried beef strip dish with onions called cha-cha tibs. Up top, a variety of lentil and chickpea mashes, plus pickled beets and cabbage. We ate like the locals, with our hands, using small torn off pieces of injera as temporary, edible utensils, and were endlessly satisfied as we worked our way around the platter. The only problem was, we just couldn’t finish it, so we ended up with a takeaway box of a couple pounds of leftovers (aw, shucks). We had a wonderful conversation with the husband and wife team, who shared so much about their culture, including the beautiful artwork and artifacts throughout the space. We even got to meet their baby, who, I am proud to say, reached out for me to hold her. She was adorable! We also learned that the wife occasionally offers cooking courses. Would you be surprised to learn that my name is on the waiting list? One can’t help but salivate I’m thinking about such a culinary experience. I wish I had discovered it sooner, despite having driven past it countless times (it’s on 111 Avenue across from Tony’s pizza). To be honest, it’s not the classiest part of town (I reported a needle to 311 on our way out), so if you’re leery of that sort of thing, now is the time to get over it and see what rewards await you when you step outside your social and gastronomical comfort zones. Just be sure to invite me along when you do.“

“Amazing food. Great staff.“

“This is my go to for great people and great karaoke on the weekends. Service is awesome just like the food.“