Madison's Grill - Union Bank Inn Restaurant - Edmonton, AB

Madison's Grill - Union Bank Inn

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Address:
10053 Jasper Ave
Edmonton, AB T5J 1S5

Neighborhood:
Edmonton

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Cuisine:
Contemporary European

Price: CAN$31 to CAN$50

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Madison's Grill - Union Bank Inn Details

Dining Style: Fine Dining
Website: http://www.unionbankinn.com
Email: madisons@unionbankinn.com
Phone: (780) 401-2222
Hours of Operation: Breakfast: Monday - Friday: 7:00 Am - 10:00 Am, Saturday - Sunday: 8:00 Am - 11:00 Am;
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00 Am - 5:00 Pm;
Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 5:00 Pm - 10:00 Pm, Sunday: 5 Pm - 9 Pm
Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Contemporary European, Continental
Executive Chef: Charla Padilla
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Beer, Farm to Table, Fireplace, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Smoking Area, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Catering: Off Site Catering is considered and reviewed on a case by case basis. We will access each client’s requirements, dates, times, location, etc...And determine if we are able to accept the booking
Private Party Facilities: The Vintage room: French Doors welcome you to our Private Dining Room surrounded in Cherry wood showcasing some of our Boutique & Estate Wine Collection. The Vintage Room is complimented with a Fireplace and Arched Windows. This intimate space is ideal for your next Dinner, Meeting, or Special Occasion. Audio Visual available
Private Party Contact: Dining Room Manager (780) 401-2222

Getting there

Cross Street: 100 Street
Public Transit: LRT and Transit stops at Central conveniently located immediately in front of the hotel
Parking: Public Lot
Parking Details: Multiple parking options. Including Surface Parking in Impark Lot or Covered, heated Parking in Telus or Scotia Parkade. Applicable charges apply

A word from Madison's Grill - Union Bank Inn

Madison's Grill, an Edmonton favorite, located in the Historic 4 Star Union Bank Inn in the Heart of the Downtown Business & Arts District. Unparalleled atmosphere with Soaring Columns and Fireplace. Offering Contemporary European Cuisine, our Chefs pride themselves in utilizing the best of local… products, and go to great effort working with our local producers and farmers to bring the best ingredients to our customers. Complimented with an extensive Wine list with some unique Estate & Boutique Wines. Offering Private Dining in the Vintage Room for up to 14. The hotel also offers additional meeting space and an Elegant Ballroom. Madison’s offers one of the Best Breakfasts in downtown Edmonton, Lunch with easy access for the downtown Corporate Clients, Evening Dining exceptional any night of the week. The perfect location for your next night out, or for your Group Booking and Events.
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
Diners' Choice WinnerRomantic
Diners' Choice WinnerSpecial Occasion

Diner Reviews

"Very nice itimate setting, service was great, food was even better!"
Dined on 3/6/2014
"What used to be a culinary delight now struggles to impress with sub-par food and lack-lustre service. The service issue was due to one server in particular - I noticed other servers were more attentive and what I would expect from a fine dining establishment. Fish entrée was lacking in flavor - completely bland. Sticky toffee pudding for dessert was terrible. Not dense and moist as a pudding should be but dry and crumbly. The caramel was not even warm. Pitiful for a $12 dessert."
Dined on 2/28/2014
"Very nice place, service/staff great. Food was good (could be a bit better)."
Dined on 2/25/2014
"it started with sending back 2 pop that tasted off. the steak that was medium was supposed to be rare. one meal was cold and when reheated still wasnt hot. the waiter did not come back to see if the reheat was any better. they did comp the steak."
Dined on 2/25/2014
"This is the second time I have been here and I absolutely love everything they served us. The staff are wonderful and it's truly worth every nickel. They offer to hang your coat up and take care of ever detail."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"I dined at Madison's yesterday with several VIPs. We arrived for an early lunch, and a good thing too, because we were able to establish a rapport before the noise level rose alarmingly after 11:30 am. When I made my reservation, I specifically asked for a quiet table to make an intelligent and intelligible conversation amongst five people easier. I am glad I did. Food was fine and prompt service ensured it came on time to get everyone out the door in a timely manner. I had to refill our glasses myself, so no bonus points for attentive service though."
Dined on 2/18/2014
"Brought 2 of my friends here for the first time, as the restaurant has great food and can accommodate a celiac diet. We were seated promptly, and everything was fine for the first half of our evening. Our server never returned to our table after our food was brought out (by a different server, the only one in a uniform). Our coffee pots were empty, we wished for water and for the bill. I could not make eye contact with any of the three staff members walking around. Working, for sure, but no one was helping us out. I have never had this experience before at Madison's, and I hope to never again. I found it unsettling."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"After a slow start service picked up when they picked up the first cocktails. Soup was outstanding. Meals were excellent. Dessert was so so. Service was attentive. Very nice place for a quiet dinner."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"It is certainly not a place that my wife and I could afford to go to often, the tab for 2 of us was just over $300. That being said, the portions (not huge) were a delight for all of the sences. Taste, presentation and aroma were all first rate. The main course, Elk tenderloin, had to be some of the finest meat I have ever had. The service was available, but not too intrusive, and the ambience was elegant. Definately a recommendation for a romantic dinner for two."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"Booked in advance of Valentine's day not realizing there would be a set menu for $180 per couple. This did not include any wine. I was disappointed with the amount of food served per course and although my main course of the red snapper was good, the bed of oriental style noodles were mushy to say the least. We overheard other diners complain about the chicken and the noodles. I chose this restaurant as I had a wonderful meal for my 40th and have had great lunches and dinners with friends too. I'd say I found this time to be a little too pricey for the food which was veering on the experimental side of which I'm not a fan. Hope to see this restaurant go back to their basics of uncomplicated fresh ingredients with amazing meat and poultry."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"We had breakfast there on a Saturday, the restaurant was not very busy, w only one server working. The server rushed us through our entire meal and managed to get every aspect wrong - gave us room temperature water for tea, two mimosas when we only ordered one, brought the wrong order, brought the wrong side (all the food was mediocre anyway). Considering from seating to getting our first wrong breakfast took less than 10 minutes (that's faster than a Dennys - seems wrong for a restaurant of this calibre!) - we knew he cared less about service and more about getting people in and out. This is our 2nd visit (we waited 3 years after our first disastrous visit to return), but no improvement. Just avoid this place! Longevity doesn't mean good!"
Dined on 2/15/2014
"My husband and I enjoyed a Valentine's day lunch here- a great alternative for us to avoid the crowds for Feb 14 dinner. Service is always TOP notch and the food was delectable as usual. I had the Manitoba wall eye- and it was the best fish I've ever had. Prepared perfectly! You are missing out if you've not been to the Madison Grill. .bk"
Dined on 2/14/2014
"Very nice escape from the hustle and bustle.....excellent menu and great presentation! Try it...you'll like it:)"
Dined on 2/10/2014
"Great food and our waiter Todd was excellent and made our night most enjoyable."
Dined on 2/8/2014
"You cannot go wrong with eating here - always a lovely place!"
Dined on 2/6/2014
"My wife and I had brunch this past Sunday and we were thoroughly impressed with not only the food but the ambiance and decor as well. The smoked salmon was delicious and my wife had the benedict with smoked salmon. Really tasty and flavourful. Good find for a city like Edmonton."
Dined on 2/2/2014
"We were 7 guests celebrating 2 birthdays Feb 1st, 2014. We reserved ahead, and were pleasantly surprised when we arrived to be in the private room, beautiful. The service was good. Most of the food was tasty and presentation, lovely, the calamari was bland, and the steak a bit tough, but over all good dinner. Some dietary issues were not an issue at all. Would have been nice to have music playing, in that room, but we entertained ourselves just fine. We were the last table to leave, the staff did not rush us out. Over all, a great evening."
Dined on 2/1/2014
"Everything was excellent !!! Especially service!!!"
Dined on 1/31/2014
"Great location for a professional business lunch. Service and food was excellent."
Dined on 1/27/2014
"My "big guys" had trouble eating all their food, the salad was awesome. I had a vegetarian entree and is was soo good, I wanted to, but could not finish it. All my people had to try desert. The apple tart was to die for, the bourbon/vanilla ice cream was the perfect topper. All in all a great dinner experience."
Dined on 1/25/2014
"We went for dinner for the first time and were very pleasantly surprised. We loved the surroundings, very nice. I really liked the couches at the tables. Really nice and comfy. The food was excellent. The risotto was amazing along with the seafood trio. Would definately go back again."
Dined on 1/18/2014
"We enjoyed our dinner, Todd our waiter and the quiet environment that allowed us to have a great visit. Thank you for an exceptional experience."
Dined on 1/14/2014
"Our dining experience was awesome--great services and great food! Should try the sea bass that was cooked just right. Try callebaut brownies for dessert; has a very rich chocolately taste."
Dined on 1/12/2014
"Salad, main course and dessert were all outstanding and were served to us by a very attentive and friendly waiter. Loved that it was quiet enough that you could talk without yelling. Will definitely go again. Have been there for both supper and lunch....next breakfast."
Dined on 1/7/2014
"While Madison's is priced high, the ambience, service and dishes were top-notch. Menu was not extensive but had something for everyone."
Dined on 1/7/2014
"My friends and I were fortunate enough to spend new years eve dining at Madison's Grill. It was a fantastic experiene. Fabulous place to spend a romantic evening with the ones you love. The food was spectacular and the service is outstanding. Perfect night!"
Dined on 12/31/2013
"Terrific food and the service was excellent. Loved the atmosphere."
Dined on 11/30/2013
"Six of us went for brunch on Christmas Eve. We were the only ones in the dining room - which means that all the harried shoppers missed a great place to relax and recharge. The services was exemplary; everyone had a great meal. And the prices were very reasonable. Highly recommend Madisson's Grill."
Dined on 12/24/2013
"Started out with the steak tartare. Excellent. The steak was tender and fresh, the slices of cucumber on the bottom gave the raw meat a wonderful refreshing spin. I ordered the rare bison striploin. It was cooked perfectly, but the seasoning was a bit on the salty side and kind of a generic steak spice. (the steak was sliced perpendicular length wise, so the seasoing was a bit much when eating 1/2 the height steak). The sides were garlic mash and sauteed brussels sprouts and proscuitto. Not bad, but not that interesting either. The portion size was pretty lacking, for a $40 steak. Friends' tenderloin was very good though. As was the osso bucco."
Dined on 12/21/2013
"It my wife and I's first time at Madison Grill, food was great, service was exceptional, the restaurant setting was outstanding. We will definitely go back, we would rate it our #2 favorite restaurant in Edmonton."
Dined on 12/21/2013
"I booked this for a friends birthday. The staff were professional and friendly. The ambiance was georgous and even with everything it wasn't pretentious. I just booked my anniversary there it was so perfect."
Dined on 12/20/2013
"The restaurant was very quiet- probably being a Sunday night. There was no vibrancy or energy felt in place. I had gone with hopes of having their "short ribs" as shown on menu online- but was told they only do this for lunch! Needless to say I was disappointed. I had the osso bucco and it was quite "lambie" tasting. I have had much better. I don't think I would rush back."
Dined on 12/15/2013
"Excellence ambience, great food, wine and services. Noise level is almost none so you can really visit with your friends or your date. Unless you really don't want to talk or listen to anybody, then go to a bar. This is a perfect place for couple or friends get together. My order was great - I had duck and cooked perfectly to my liking."
Dined on 12/13/2013
"I went with a group of 8 for our department Christmas lunch. After having our water glasses fill upon arrival it was another 10 mins before we saw our actual waiter for drink orders and to ask questions about the menu. Besides reading us the menu he wasn't able to answer many questions about the menu and it took another 10 mins to get our drinks despite being seated right next to the bar. After the drinks arrived our waiter went MIA again. Fortunately the food was great, I had the salmon off the holiday menu with the lemon risotto which was cooked beautifully. Then we all ordered desserts which took 20 minutes to come out and the waiter forgot to put the order in for my dessert, the only one he forgot."
Dined on 12/12/2013
"I loved how relaxing the place was, so quiet and peaceful, however we did have to change tables as we were close to the door and the sun shining in through the window was very strong on our eyes and the draft coming through the door was very cold. However, that did not put us off, the food, wine and service was amazing. I really enjoyed the Pea soup, it was so different. I had the salmon for my entrée, I have never tasted salmon like it before, it was amazing. The waiter was a very friendly guy and extremely helpful, he had our food very well timed. I will definitely be back and will definitely recommend Madison's grill to others."
Dined on 12/6/2013
"This restaurant is situation in the Union Bank Inn. It is a moderate sized room with a private dining room available off to the side. We went on a Sunday when it was not very busy and so got really good service. Despite this, they actually apologized for making us wait for a couple of minutes at the front. Service was not rushed and waiter was friendly and made suggestions including warning us about items that were not yet up to standard and substitutions that we should ask for. The menu does not have a large number of items but there is sufficient choice available. The chairs are comfortable. Would definitely go back again."
Dined on 12/8/2013
"The only issue we encountered was the waiter not knowing the 6 course tasting had to be ordered by 2 people."
Dined on 12/6/2013
"We waited 90 minutes for our food to arrive--much too long. My wife and I ordered Arctic Char which arrived so over cooked it was like leather. I've been to this place for lunch and had reasonable service but it's a poor over-priced choice for dinner."
Dined on 12/5/2013
"Wonderful service and ambiance on a frosty night. Perfect place to visit with friends over lovely dinner."
Dined on 12/5/2013
"Food is always very good at Madison's! The seasonal turkey dinner was especially well-prepared."
Dined on 12/4/2013

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