Edmonton Food, Coffee, Dining, etc. - Page 349

ExcaliburKid · #**6961** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 4:53 PM**

Lots of established chains have been failing, in Edmonton anyway, like Kelsey's, East Side Mario's, Red Robins, Chilis...Moxies seems to be shutting down in town too

I know St. Albert still has an East Side Mario's

Harrison · #**6962** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 4:55 PM**

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Originally Posted by ExcaliburKid

Lots of established chains have been failing, in Edmonton anyway, like Kelsey's, East Side Mario's, Red Robins, Chilis...Moxies seems to be shutting down in town too

I know St. Albert still has an East Side Mario's

Edmonton is lucky to have countless amazing local eateries, so why bother going to a chain when you have so much choice? The same can't be said for the smaller centres in the metro area, though each does have at least a couple great local spots, but not enough to push the chains out.

Coldrsx · #**6963** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 5:16 PM**

We often were the testbed for new to market chains and likely are (similar to retail) overbuilt and a rather saturated marketplace.

ESM is horrific.

Hardhatdan · #**6964** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 5:24 PM**

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Originally Posted by ExcaliburKid

Lots of established chains have been failing, in Edmonton anyway, like Kelsey's, East Side Mario's, Red Robins, Chilis...Moxies seems to be shutting down in town too

I know St. Albert still has an East Side Mario's

Kelsey's - Awful
ESM - I'd rather eat dirt
Chili's - Only good because of the Office and a handful of items

Moxies is alright but had some bad locations.

Red Robin, now that is a tragedy. Sorely miss the whisky river chicken burger and milk shake.

ExcaliburKid · #**6965** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 5:33 PM**

Don't get me wrong, I'm not losing sleep over these losses. I grew up a suburban kid, so these chains were what we knew as culinary excellence. I've since tried to expand my horizons.

On the subject of restaurants, anyone out there have a recommendation for a good local spot that would be kid friendly? As in, has a kids menu? Getting tired of BP's, The Keg, etc. when we do decide to tempt fate and take the kids out to a restaurant

Airboy · #**6966** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 5:35 PM**

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Originally Posted by ExcaliburKid

Lots of established chains have been failing, in Edmonton anyway, like Kelsey's, East Side Mario's, Red Robins, Chilis...Moxies seems to be shutting down in town too

I know St. Albert still has an East Side Mario's

Yup its up by the hospital. But have not been there in about 5-6 years. The last time My wife was in the Sturgeon and need a break from Hospital food.

Airboy · #**6967** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 5:37 PM**

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Originally Posted by Hardhatdan

Kelsey's - Awful
ESM - I'd rather eat dirt
Chili's - Only good because of the Office and a handful of items

Moxies is alright but had some bad locations.

Red Robin, now that is a tragedy. Sorely miss the whisky river chicken burger and milk shake.

Yup all above are quite avoidable.

Did happen into Mr Mikes in Peace river and was pleasantly surprised.

Hallsy's Toupee · #**6968** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 5:56 PM**

I've only been to the Moxies in Grande Prairie last year and I thought the food was alright. There is a Moxies just outside of Kingsway Mall and another at BRBN St in WEM, so I wouldn't call them bad locations per se. Overall I wouldn't miss these chain restaurants if they closed as long as other restaurants are ready to take them over.

christopherj · #**6969** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 6:00 PM**

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Originally Posted by ExcaliburKid

On the subject of restaurants, anyone out there have a recommendation for a good local spot that would be kid friendly? As in, has a kids menu? Getting tired of BP's, The Keg, etc. when we do decide to tempt fate and take the kids out to a restaurant

I haven't taken our kid there yet - but I've heard Otto is fantastic for kids. It's on our to-go list.

Airboy · #**6970** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 6:03 PM**

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I haven't taken our kid there yet - but I've heard Otto is fantastic for kids. It's on our to-go list.

Been a couple of time and enjoyed it. will be in the area tonight so may get back.

Harrison · #**6971** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 6:30 PM**

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Originally Posted by christopherj

I haven't taken our kid there yet - but I've heard Otto is fantastic for kids. It's on our to-go list.

I live a 5 minute walk from Otto and it's truly a hidden gem. Very kid friendly for sure, though I don't have any of my own, but I do see them there quite often. Do try the currywurst!

ExcaliburKid · #**6972** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 6:46 PM**

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Originally Posted by christopherj

I haven't taken our kid there yet - but I've heard Otto is fantastic for kids. It's on our to-go list.

Looks like it would be enjoyable, I'll keep that one in mind, thanks!

Coldrsx · #**6973** Posted **Oct 29, 2021, 10:13 PM**

It's a gem and delicious.

niubi · #**6974** Posted **Nov 2, 2021, 8:38 PM**

Is Seoul Fried Chicken still opening on 104th street? I recall seeing signage up over the summer, but nothing since.

EdmTrekker · #**6975** Posted **Nov 2, 2021, 10:10 PM**

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It's a gem and delicious.

Otto, I have never been. But it has quite the beverage menu - and I love sausages and the other options. Going to add this to the list of places to eat while we are in town.

https://www.ottofoodanddrink.com

GreenSPACE · #**6976** Posted **Nov 2, 2021, 11:20 PM**

Read in the Tomato about Little Italy's Piazza Food Hall then found this:

https://vivaitaliaedmonton.com/media...l-0721-web.pdf

Cool concept if they are able to find tenants.

Black Star · #**6977** Posted **Nov 3, 2021, 3:50 AM**

Mmmmm. Very good. I grew up there...literally. Its a very good concept. I hope it takes off to help renew this area.

GreenSPACE · #**6978** Posted **Nov 3, 2021, 5:16 PM**

Went for dinner at Dalla Zenari's then to a movie at Landmark ECC. Great to be back there.

Airboy · #**6979** Posted **Nov 3, 2021, 7:15 PM**

Local Omnivore is changer their name on Friday.

Harrison · #**6980** Posted **Nov 3, 2021, 9:10 PM**

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Originally Posted by GreenSPACE

Read in the Tomato about Little Italy's Piazza Food Hall then found this:

https://vivaitaliaedmonton.com/media...l-0721-web.pdf

Cool concept if they are able to find tenants.

I love this idea, I hope they can fill it up in a reasonable amount of time. Having that plaza full with some quality tenants would really help activate that corner to balance the busyness of the Italian Centre kitty corner.