Confederation Lounge & Patio

First time here, the night was very memorable for our Galentine Day cuz there was a MOUSE cruising around in the lounge while we were eating. The food is bland and simple. Fries undercooked. Overpriced. Space was squishy and not comfortable. Tables were small too. I dont think I would bring anyone here.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 3

Very over priced for what you get. food was bland. food took forever when it wasn't busy.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 1

I had the most incredible birthday dinner at the Confederation Lounge. Beyond the delicious food, the historic atmosphere is truly unmatched in Edmonton—it feels like stepping back in time. A huge thank you to Kay, whose service was impeccable and made the evening feel even more celebratory. We enjoyed it so much that we’ve already booked another reservation for next week! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a sophisticated, memorable night out.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Value......almost there!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

I brought my daughter to the Confederation Lounge to celebrate her birthday in style, and we could not have been more impressed. From start to finish, the evening was absolute perfection. We started with expertly crafted cocktails (the Whiskey Sour was a highlight) and the sweet potato croquettes, followed by the delectable burgers and truffle fries. We finished the night with a decadent chocolate mousse for the birthday dessert, and every bite was beyond delicious. Beyond the menu, the ambiance of this historic hotel is unmatched; sinking into those comfortable wingback chairs made the whole moment feel sublime. What truly elevated the evening, however, was our server, Kay. She was absolutely wonderful, with such a lovely personality and an incredible eye for detail. Kay went above and beyond to ensure my daughter felt truly special on her birthday, and that level of care is what turned a great dinner into a lasting memory. I don't just recommend dining here—I've already booked our next visit! We enjoyed the experience so much that we reserved another table for a couple of weeks from now.

Great food and atmosphere. Beautiful location inside the mac. It's an experience worth trying for sure. Bejoy our server was very knowledgeable and quick to help as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Classy ambience. Drinks didn’t stand out but were nice. Great for a special occasion.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

I'm not a person who hops online and gives bad reviews, I'd always rather discuss any service challenges with management. However, after consistently having numerous bad experiences, not only at this restaurant, but this hotel in general, I'm done with the 25% “retention discounts” and free dessert. Management here just doesn't get it. As a hotel guest, I've already switched over to the JW Marriott. I have no issues paying premium pricing for premium brands, but I do take issue with the fact that this particular Fairmont does not embody the level of quality that Fairmont has come to be known for. I want to be clear, that the ambiance of this hotel is incredible. Yes the rooms are dated, but that's fairly typical for most Fairmonts. The service staff is also incredibly lovely and personable however, they can only do so much if they are consistently short staffed, and are not being supported by management. The only reason I have continued to return to this hotel is to take my family, who are regulars at the restaurant, out for dinner. Over the last several years, the service has been consistently poor. Again, the staff are lovely, but it should not take 15 for someone to come greet you and then another 15 to 20 minutes to get a drink. It shouldn't be OK that regularly a meal is missed on the order. Or, that it takes an hour to get a hamburger and a bowl of soup. On one occasion, drinks with dead fruit flies were served to us... Twice in one sitting. If I'm going to pay $28 for a cocktail, I wanna know if there's extra “protein” included that hasn't been noted on the menu. It also shouldn't take another 20 minutes to get your bill when you're clearly sitting there with jackets on and no drinks. It's just a consistently sub-par experience and generally not what I experienced at any other Fairmonts. I can no longer justify spending money at this venue until management figures out how to match cost with quality.

Exceptionally professional, kind, and genuine service, luxurious, mellow, and refined atmosphere, and an excellent cocktail - try the Bisou Bisou if you enjoy juicy fruity cocktails with a twist: overall: 5 stars straight!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

I visited the Confederation Lounge around noon and had an amazing experience. The lounge itself is absolutely beautiful with such a great view. The food and drinks were succulent but my salmon rillettes were the highlight of my visit. Hailey was hands down the best waitresses I’ve had. She was extremely professional, answered all of my questions about the place, and truly went above and beyond to make sure my experience was memorable . Outstanding service all around. I’ll definitely be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We had such a wonderful time in the Confederation Lounge the atmosphere, the drinks, and the overall vibe were perfect. And having Hailey as our server made it even better; she was warm, attentive, and added to the experience without ever feeling intrusive. Highly recommend the lounge for a great night out.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Celebrating the end of the year with business partners and friends. Always look forward to event and it never fails to disappoint. Two thumbs way up.

Ambience and service were awesome. Food was somewhat pricey. Cocktails were $25 plus. Food was ok but not exceptional for the price.

We came back to our favorite hotel and were blown away by the superior service in the Confederation lounge (thanks Gwen) and on the Gold floor. The Xmas decorations are lovely and we enjoyed the new menu. Also loved the speed of the room service on Saturday night! So much to recommend about this beautiful hotel!

I came in late on Saturday evening with a party of 10, and I cannot overstate how wonderful everything was! Kae, our server, was top-knotch; she was so friendly and efficient. The food was outstanding -- I had the baked salmon and it was delicious. Beautiful hotel, beautiful lounge, and a lasting memory of being downtown Edmonton during the Christmas season!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5