Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Edmonton / Northern Alberta

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Coterie

4.8

4.8 (106)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Edmonton

About the restaurant

Coterie co•te•rie
/ˈkōdərē/
Noun

“A small group of people with shared interests or tastes.”

We are happy to invite you, to be our exclusive patrons, to enjoy a shared love of organic, natural & interesting wines, Chef driven small plates, craft beer and cocktails!

One million thank you’s for joining us!

Top review

LynseeVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Tiny restaurant with a big vibe. Great service, fantastic food and drinks, beautiful decor. It’s a 1 person operation in the kitchen, so you get your food whenever it’s ready, but the drinks and decor kept me happily waiting. I would definitely return to try some other menu items.

Tzin Wine & Tapas

4.9

4.9 (2512)

CAN$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Edmonton

About the restaurant

TZiN Wine & Tapas has been voted Edmonton's #1 Tapas Restaurant in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2019 and one of Opentable's Top 100 restaurants in Canada in 2017, 2018. 2019, 2020 & 2021. We offer an eclectic array of tapas for sharing and an ever-changing wine list which is offered by the glass, half glass or bottle. Our environment is intimate and welcoming. We invite you as friends and treat you like family.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLINE RESERVATIONS ARE CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR PARTIES WITH LESS THAN 6 GUESTS. PLEASE CALL TZiN TO INQUIRE ABOUT LARGER GROUPS.

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Allison

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

Incredible service - the servers made fantastic recommendations for both food and wine. The menu is unique and the food tasted great.

Dolly's Cocktail Bar

4.7

4.7 (154)

CAN$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Edmonton

About the restaurant

We are an ultra, pink mid century inspired cocktail bar and restaurant. Dolly’s is a fun, playful and inclusive space to celebrate, connect and catch up. Our menu is Peruvian in its roots and fused with North American and southern flare. Our cocktail menu is tropically inspired, and is agave, pisco and cachaca forward, balanced and innovative.

Please note that our phone number (780-446-9221) is a text-only line and is not equipped to take incoming calls. If you need to cancel or request a change to your reservation please send us a text and we'll reply as soon as we're able.
For tables of 8 or more please email emma@dollyscocktails.ca

Top review

Melissa

Dined 5 days ago

My husband and I were visiting from out of town and decided to try Dolly's. It was a fun experience. The food was great and the service was excellent. We loved the music and the ambience as well. We will definitely return!

Fu's Repair Shop

4.8

4.8 (298)

CAN$30 and under

Asian

Edmonton

About the restaurant

Voted Edmonton's Best New Restaurant!
18+ no minors, please.
Cocktails, all day dim sum, dumplings, wok fried dishes, and more.
DJs every Friday & Saturday.
*We do not have a phone, DM or email us at hello@fusrepairshop.ca

Reservations of 9ppl or more require a deposit, please email hello@fusrepairshop.ca to book a table.

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Cheryl

Dined 7 days ago

Wait staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Food was fantastic! The atmosphere was fun. We really enjoyed ourselves.

Orso Trattoria

4.7

4.7 (603)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Jasper

About the restaurant

Looking to find the best Italian restaurant in Jasper? Look no further. Orso Trattoria features fresh ingredients, casual-fine dining and beautiful views of Lac Beauvert from the most scenic patio in Jasper. Indulge in our authentically local twist on Italian cuisine paired with stunning mountain and lake views and attentive service.

Top review

SusanVIP

Dined 6 days ago

The view and ambiance are unbelievable in this restaurant. We had great service and the food was spectaclular Tip - pay the $40 corkage fee and buy wine in town - much better value and you get better wine.

The Harvest Room & Terrace- Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

4.7

4.7 (1688)

CAN$51 and over

Canadian

Edmonton

About the restaurant

Rooted in rich flavours and familiar comforts, The Harvest Room offers seasonal, made-from-scratch dishes crafted with local ingredients and paired with a thoughtfully curated wine list.

Join us for breakfast or dinner with stunning river valley views from our terrace, or indulge in Royal Afternoon Tea indoors on weekends.

Top review

Lisa

Dined 2 days ago

Ideal in every way. Our server was extremely pleasant and attentive and we did not feel rushed. The food was delicious. The experience eating outdoors on the terrace was very enjoyable and scenic.

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Sabor Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (4938)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Edmonton

About the restaurant

SABOR Restaurant provides a rustic yet elegant atmosphere and a menu rich in European tradition—Portuguese, Spanish, French & Italian—in the heart of Downtown and the ICE District.

OceanWise certified, we offer Edmonton’s best, most-sustainable seafood menu as well as a meat & vegetarian options.

Professional staff, an award-winning wine list, hand-crafted cocktails, and SABOR’s menu & atmosphere make it the perfect spot. So come down in your evening wear before the opera, a suit before the big meeting, or in jeans before a game at the arena.

In-house made cakes can be made with 48 hours advance notice, and can only be made by calling 780-757-1114. We do not allow outside cakes to be brought into the restaurant.

BODEGA Tapas Bar is a casual setting seated on a walk-in basis only. A great stop before or after a movie or show at one of the nearby theaters, BODEGA serves authentic tapas, our signature Sangria, and superb wine & cocktails.

Top review

Larysa

Dined 2 days ago

Thanks so much for wonderful birthday. Atmosphere, food, service was absolutely brilliant. I'm so excited to come again

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백정 Baekjeong Korean BBQ House Mayfield

4.9

4.9 (176)

CAN$51 and over

Korean

Edmonton

About the restaurant

Baekjeong literally means butcher in Korean which is a name we hold proud of.
We proudly serve only the finest cuts of Premium Alberta Sterling Silver meat which prepared by 15 years experienced butcher. Every table features a built-in grill (use gas) to allow you to dine at your own table.

All meat orders are accompanied by bottomless Korean style salads and vegetables. Combo meals have a choice of either soybean paste soup, kimchi stew, steamed eggs, soft-tofu soup or corn cheese.
Our relaxing atmosphere and juicy dishes make Baekjeong a perfect place to hold all kinds of parties and gatherings. Please reserve a spot a head of time for parties of eight or more.

Top review

Rosaria

Dined 3 days ago

I love this place! Host is so nice, servers are working hard and keeping up with our needs. I love visiting every time and look forward to my next visit!!

Bar Henry

5.0

5 (27)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Edmonton

About the restaurant

A Northern Italian Aperitivo Bar, serving fantastic cocktails, snacks, and a small, curated Italian wine list. Join us for our Happy Hour (Aperitivo) from 3 pm to 5 pm!

We keep space available for walkins! Feel welcome to drop in if you are unable to find a reservation!

Top review

Danielle

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

Service is amazing. Drinks are amazing. Food is amazing. Space is amazing.

BODEGA Ellerslie

4.9

4.9 (502)

CAN$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Edmonton

About the restaurant

Bodega Ellerslie, our first Edmonton location south of the River Valley, is just 15 minutes from the Edmonton International Airport, steps away from Blackmud Creek and surrounded by numerous hotels and head offices.
Our Ellerslie location is the perfect spot for a speedy lunch, drinks afterwork and a night out with friends. With just 60 seats, this space is bright, dynamic with all the little details our properties are known for.
This summer, snag a spot on the patio, and settle in - small plates and paella to share will transport you out of the suburbs and into Spain. This is a friendly neighbourhood restaurant & we kindly ask guests to observe a two hour dining experience on busy nights so we can host as many of our cherished patrons as possible.

For groups over 4, please phone us at (780) 884-5916

Top review

Stuart

Dined 3 days ago

Always great… great service, great food, great environment. Not cheap, but good value because the quality is worth it.

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