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Ernest's at NAIT, Edmonton, AB

Ernest's at NAIT

4.9 (1393)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Global, International
10701 118 avenue NW, Edmonton, AB T5G 2R1

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2 people
7:30 PM

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Ernest's Dining Room at NAIT has been aptly described as the "jewel in the crown" of Hokanson Centre for Culinary Arts in the School of Skilled Trades. Ernest's decor is described as "understated elegance". Tasteful compliments of cherry wood and brass highlights, a beautiful rock feature wall, muted lighting and attention to detail provide the room with a distinct corporate ambience. Critically acclaimed and numerous accolades identify the "haute cuisine" prepared by second year Culinary Arts diploma students as "outstanding". OpenTable diners voted Ernest's top 100 in Canada for two consecutive years. Seasoned chef instructors emphasize the importance of using high quality local regional products. Mastery of traditional cookery combined with contemporary artistry has resulted in a truly electric cuisine. Elegant service is provided by eager Culinary and Hospitality students. An emphasis on etiquette and authenticity is encouraged through the guidance of professional mentors.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Contemporary American, Contemporary European
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Thu 11:15 am–12:15 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:30 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 5:30 pm–7:15 pm
  • Phone number
    (780) 471-8676 ext. 1
  • Website
    http://www.nait.ca/ernests
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Culinary Instructors & 2nd yr students
  • Private party facilities
    Ernests at NAIT offers a unique opportunity to have our Culinary Arts students provide an outstanding service by booking one of our semi-private room (up to 25 guests), a private room (up to 40-60 guests), or the entire restaurant buyout (up to 50-100 guests).
  • Location
    10701 118 avenue NW, Edmonton, AB T5G 2R1
  • Neighborhood
    Edmonton
  • Cross street
    118 Ave and 106 Street
  • Parking details
    Our AM guests must pay for parking in Lot C or A/B Parkade (Across the street from Ernest's) by using the honk app. For our evening guests parking is free in parking Lot C but you must register your vehicle upon arrival at the host desk.
  • Public transit
    There is a Public Transit stop at the corner of 106th Street and 118th Avenue, as well as a Stop at Kingsway Garden Mall and LRT -NAIT stop: Ernest's is located at the North end of the school
  • Entertainment
    During the school year Ernest's is a venue for a variety of "special events" allowing students to demonstrate creativity while interacting with the community. The Toque Demagny Scholarship Dinner, Young Culinarians Conquering Cancer, Team NAIT and Le club Culinaire fundraisers, etc... provide students with the opportunity to challenge their personal and professional bests. We also feature wine dinners with regional wines paired to perfection with our students culinary creations.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,393 people are saying

Ernest's at NAIT reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Edmonton / Northern Alberta

    Best Overall

  • Edmonton / Northern Alberta

    Best Value

  • Edmonton / Northern Alberta

    Innovative

  • Edmonton / Northern Alberta

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Edmonton

    Best Overall

  • Edmonton

    Best Ambiance

  • Edmonton

    Best Value

  • Edmonton

    Innovative

  • Edmonton

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ernest's at NAIT offers a "delicious and creative fine dining experience" with "unbeatable value" and "superior service." Diners appreciate the "gourmet" food, and the opportunity to support culinary students adds a meaningful touch. The "innovative and delicious" menu and "thoughtful" service create a "wonderful dining experience." Highly recommended!
1,393 Reviews

  1. Millicent

    Edmonton / Northern Alberta2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent and we enjoyed our lunch. We are always surprised by how many people we encounter who have never dined here or for that matter never heard of Ernest's. If you are looking for a delicious and creative fine dining experience at a reasonable price we would highly recommend this spot. A bonus is that you are supporting the advancement of the culinary training of future chefs. It's a win win.

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  2. Kaye

    Edmonton / Northern Alberta3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was my first time at Ernest’s. The staff were so friendly, the food was fantastic.

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  3. Chris VIP

    Edmonton / Northern Alberta37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I think this was about my 10th time at your restaurant during the September to June season. I love taking people there on their birthdays, which was what the event was yesterday. We all had the salmon dish, which was fantastic and Katie was our server and although she was new, she was doing an amazing job. Spencer, the chef, came to visit our table towards the end of our meal to make sure that everything was to our satisfaction, which was a very nice touch.

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  4. Brian

    Edmonton / Northern Alberta2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic and very affordable! The service was a little bit slow [I think they may have forgot our table] but the server was very pleasant. I would definitely recommend and go back.

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  5. Rose

    Edmonton / Northern Alberta4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy Ernests. Today was no exception. Good variety of choice on menu. well prepared food. Great service.

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  6. Chris VIP

    Edmonton / Northern Alberta37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our servers were Ashley and Anna and they were wonderful – we dubbed them the A-Team

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  7. Ron

    Edmonton / Northern Alberta18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, this restaurant is a gem! Wished we heard of it much earlier and they would have welcomed us much more. Great food selection, superior service and great atmosphere

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  8. Patrick

    Edmonton / Northern Alberta4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a truly wonderful lunch experience at Ernest at NAIT with my family, who had just flown in all the way from Hong Kong. Every dish we tried was beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious — from start to finish, the culinary quality really impressed us. What made the visit even more special was the exceptional service. The staff were attentive, warm, and professional — truly a level above the rest. It was also meaningful for my family to discover that Ernest is part of NAIT’s hospitality program. The experience reminded us of the high standards of professional hospitality education, much like what we’d expect from institutions like Hong Kong Polytechnic University. A fantastic introduction for my family to both Alberta’s local food scene and the excellence of NAIT’s training. We’ll definitely be recommending Ernest to others!

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  9. Patricia VIP

    Edmonton / Northern Alberta48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best value in town - so sorry they will be closed for the summer! Hard to choose from the menu, it all looked so delicious. And it was, according to our group of 8, who tried different options. Our server JP was excellent - so professional, and attentive to our little demands with great good humour. A perfect experience, highly recommended.

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  10. Janice

    Edmonton / Northern Alberta4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our 2nd time at Ernest's, first for lunch. Again, it was a wonderful experience. The creativity in food preparation, combinations of foods, and quality is excellent. We had appetizers, entrees and dessert, as well as wine. All were totally enjoyable. What I did miss, and this may be the difference between going for dinner and going for lunch, was having the culinary arts students come to the table, to "show off" and discuss their creations. I think Ernest's is a hidden gem, offering wonderful food options at exceptional prices. I look forward to returning soon.

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FAQs

Ernest's at NAIT offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (780) 471-8676 ext. 1.

Ernest's at NAIT is rated 4.9 stars by 1393 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:30 PM
Google Map for Ernest's at NAIT

10701 118 avenue NW, Edmonton, AB T5G 2R1

Additional information

  • Cross street
    118 Ave and 106 Street
  • Neighborhood
    Edmonton
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Thu 11:15 am–12:15 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:30 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 5:30 pm–7:15 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Contemporary American, Contemporary European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Our AM guests must pay for parking in Lot C or A/B Parkade (Across the street from Ernest's) by using the honk app. For our evening guests parking is free in parking Lot C but you must register your vehicle upon arrival at the host desk.
  • Public transit
    There is a Public Transit stop at the corner of 106th Street and 118th Avenue, as well as a Stop at Kingsway Garden Mall and LRT -NAIT stop: Ernest's is located at the North end of the school
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Culinary Instructors & 2nd yr students
  • Entertainment
    During the school year Ernest's is a venue for a variety of "special events" allowing students to demonstrate creativity while interacting with the community. The Toque Demagny Scholarship Dinner, Young Culinarians Conquering Cancer, Team NAIT and Le club Culinaire fundraisers, etc... provide students with the opportunity to challenge their personal and professional bests. We also feature wine dinners with regional wines paired to perfection with our students culinary creations.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.nait.ca/ernests
  • Phone number
    (780) 471-8676 ext. 1
  • Private party facilities
    Ernests at NAIT offers a unique opportunity to have our Culinary Arts students provide an outstanding service by booking one of our semi-private room (up to 25 guests), a private room (up to 40-60 guests), or the entire restaurant buyout (up to 50-100 guests).

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