Guidebook for Edmonton
Drinks & Nightlife
Step back in time to one of the only standing live music blues clubs left.
28 locals recommend
Commercial Hotel-Blues On Whyte Pub
10329 82 Ave NWStep back in time to one of the only standing live music blues clubs left.
Looking for JAZZ then stop in at Yard Bird Friday & Saturday 8pm to 11pm
Intimate, volunteer-run lounge specializing in local & international jazz shows since 1957.
13 locals recommend
Yardbird Suite
11 Tommy Banks Way NWLooking for JAZZ then stop in at Yard Bird Friday & Saturday 8pm to 11pm
Intimate, volunteer-run lounge specializing in local & international jazz shows since 1957.
Shopping
One of the best shops for something different and unique. Have that hard person to shop for the seriously check out Mars and Venus. One of the last standing original retailers in the area.
Mars & Venus
10328 82 Ave NWOne of the best shops for something different and unique. Have that hard person to shop for the seriously check out Mars and Venus. One of the last standing original retailers in the area.
So much fun walking around and looking and talking to local produces in the Edmonton and surrounding area. From produce and local meats to arts and crafts there is something for everyone here. Go early as it gets busy
127 locals recommend
Old Strathcona Farmers' Market
10310 83 Ave NWSo much fun walking around and looking and talking to local produces in the Edmonton and surrounding area. From produce and local meats to arts and crafts there is something for everyone here. Go early as it gets busy
gravitypope Edmonton
10442 82 Ave NWAll About Shoes
Owned and operated by the Luxford Family for over 45 years. They deal in mostly used books. Great place to check out and explore
10 locals recommend
Wee Book Inn
10310 82 Ave NWOwned and operated by the Luxford Family for over 45 years. They deal in mostly used books. Great place to check out and explore
Deli, Smoked Meats, Butcher Shop
Today, K&K is still owned and operated by Krause family members and we can proudly say we have been serving the greater Edmonton area for over 60 years! We are known for our vast selection of made in-house sausage,cold cuts and import groceries. Our care and quality had us Voted TOP MEAT SHOP 2016 & 2017 (Top Choice Award)!
11 locals recommend
K & K Foodliner
9944 82 AveDeli, Smoked Meats, Butcher Shop
Today, K&K is still owned and operated by Krause family members and we can proudly say we have been serving the greater Edmonton area for over 60 years! We are known for our vast selection of made in-house sausage,cold cuts and import groceries. Our care and quality had us Voted TOP MEAT SHOP 2016 & 2017 (Top Choice Award)!
Welcome to the Old Strathcona Antique Mall, now celebrating over 18 years operating in the historic Old Strathcona area of Edmonton. We host over 130 vendors offering the area’s finest antiques & collectibles. Check our our online antique webstore or come on down to Old Strathcona and visit us!
15 locals recommend
Old Strathcona Antique Mall
10323 78 Ave NWWelcome to the Old Strathcona Antique Mall, now celebrating over 18 years operating in the historic Old Strathcona area of Edmonton. We host over 130 vendors offering the area’s finest antiques & collectibles. Check our our online antique webstore or come on down to Old Strathcona and visit us!
Entertainment & Activities
GOLF!!! right in the heart of the city. Still to this day many don't know about this little pitch and put located behind the Kinsman Centre. Pitch and Putt course but so much fun
Kinsmen Pitch & Putt
9100 Walterdale Hill NWGOLF!!! right in the heart of the city. Still to this day many don't know about this little pitch and put located behind the Kinsman Centre. Pitch and Putt course but so much fun
This place is a film lover's dream. It's a beautiful, historic venue with big, comfortable seats and a selection of independent films playing year round. Small space but cozy, just like the good old days. The selection of movies is very nostalgic, a nice getaway from the mega theatres everywhere. Prices at the snack bar are reasonable
46 locals recommend
Princess Theatre (Plaza Entertainment)
10337 82 Ave NWThis place is a film lover's dream. It's a beautiful, historic venue with big, comfortable seats and a selection of independent films playing year round. Small space but cozy, just like the good old days. The selection of movies is very nostalgic, a nice getaway from the mega theatres everywhere. Prices at the snack bar are reasonable
Essentials
Blush Lane Organic Market Whyte Ave
8135 102 St NWOrganic Market Place for all your needs
Safeway Garneau
10930 82 Ave NWSobeys - College Plaza
8225 112 St NW7-Eleven
10357 Jasper AveCircle K
7103 101 Ave NWFood Scene
Meat
8216 104 St NWBest BBQ and Smoked meats in Edmonton go get your Eat On!!
Warm, elegant eatery & lounge for upmarket wood-fired pizzas, steak, pasta dishes & wine.
Packrat Louie Kitchen & Bar
10335 83 Avenue NorthwestWarm, elegant eatery & lounge for upmarket wood-fired pizzas, steak, pasta dishes & wine.
This casual pub with burgers & a varied beer selection also offers outdoor seating & weekend brunch.
68 locals recommend
The Next Act
8224 104 St NWThis casual pub with burgers & a varied beer selection also offers outdoor seating & weekend brunch.
Starbucks
10504 82 Ave NWSecond Cup Coffee Co.
5225 167 Ave NWClassy, brick-lined eatery specializing in oysters & classic steakhouse fare like prime rib.
Von’s is the only place for a good oyster craving. They got buck a shuck M to F from 430 to 630 and all day Sunday which is dope. They usually have many types of oysters from both the West and East Coast.
10 locals recommend
Vons Steak House
10065 81 Ave NWClassy, brick-lined eatery specializing in oysters & classic steakhouse fare like prime rib.
Von’s is the only place for a good oyster craving. They got buck a shuck M to F from 430 to 630 and all day Sunday which is dope. They usually have many types of oysters from both the West and East Coast.
This European style cappuccino bar in Edmonton's cool-art-funk-party area is a welcome member of the neighbourhood. Bright and beautiful space with great espresso, tasty snacks, friendly staff. I also sometimes order food from the attached restaurant Under the High Wheel and they bring it to you in the cafe. The best place to grab a coffee after the farmer's market or a yoga class!
10 locals recommend
Da Capo
8135 102 St NWThis European style cappuccino bar in Edmonton's cool-art-funk-party area is a welcome member of the neighbourhood. Bright and beautiful space with great espresso, tasty snacks, friendly staff. I also sometimes order food from the attached restaurant Under the High Wheel and they bring it to you in the cafe. The best place to grab a coffee after the farmer's market or a yoga class!
Tim Hortons
10365 111 St NWThis place is a jewel. Finally, I can have cake or a pastry that reminds me of a true French patisserie. The focus is on quality, not on size (which is a North American obsession). Each piece is made with love and shows great artistry in decorating. It is a young business, but it already has a crowd of enthusiastic customers, to which I belong. I love how they constantly come up with the delightful new ideas, different from anything else available in Edmonton.
11 locals recommend
La Boule Patisserie & Bakery Inc.
8020 101 St NWThis place is a jewel. Finally, I can have cake or a pastry that reminds me of a true French patisserie. The focus is on quality, not on size (which is a North American obsession). Each piece is made with love and shows great artistry in decorating. It is a young business, but it already has a crowd of enthusiastic customers, to which I belong. I love how they constantly come up with the delightful new ideas, different from anything else available in Edmonton.
I love that they cater to as many food allergies as they can! Vegan, gluten free and a peanut free shop makes life so much easier for my family because a lot of us have food intolerances.
Flirt Cupcakes
9124 82 Avenue NorthwestI love that they cater to as many food allergies as they can! Vegan, gluten free and a peanut free shop makes life so much easier for my family because a lot of us have food intolerances.
Been buying my bread here for nearly two years. Great German bakery. Their doughnuts are fantastic and best rye bread in town.
Also, best place to get real baked pretzels. If you haven't been here, you're missing out.
7 locals recommend
Empress Bakery LTD
9932 82 Ave NWBeen buying my bread here for nearly two years. Great German bakery. Their doughnuts are fantastic and best rye bread in town.
Also, best place to get real baked pretzels. If you haven't been here, you're missing out.
Arts & Culture
As an artist-run space, the Varscona is home to eight theatre companies, which employ some of the best stage professionals in Canada. From twisted comedies thick with wit, to riveting dramas replete with character, each performance serves up a one-of-a-kind, unforgettable experience.
12 locals recommend
Varscona Theatre
10329 83 Ave NWAs an artist-run space, the Varscona is home to eight theatre companies, which employ some of the best stage professionals in Canada. From twisted comedies thick with wit, to riveting dramas replete with character, each performance serves up a one-of-a-kind, unforgettable experience.