Darling

Name: Darling
Address: 9616 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada, T6C 1S1
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (511)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary Canadian

9616 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6C 1S1

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2 people

Jun 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Located in the heart of Edmonton, Darling is a fun, casual dining spot where great food, wine, and company come together. Our menu is chef driven taking pride in crafting dishes that highlight the best of the season, blending flavors and influences from around the globe.

Our wine list is thoughtfully curated and always evolving, featuring unique selections that celebrate winemakers from near and far. We also feature local craft beers and cocktails.

Join us for brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM, where we bring the same passion for food and hospitality to our weekend brunch menu.

You can find us at 9616 82 Ave NW Edmonton on Whyte Ave.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Wine Bar, Breakfast
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Website
http://www.darlingrestaurant.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Tyler Biollo

Location
9616 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6C 1S1
Neighborhood
Edmonton
Cross street
96 street and Whyte Ave (82 ave)
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Paltrinieri Winemaker Dinner
CA$120.00 per person
Prepaid
Jun 16, 2025 only
Darling & Color de Vino Present: Winemaker Dinner with Alberto Paltrinieri | June 16 @ 6:30pm Join us for a special evening as we welcome Alberto Paltrinieri, owner of Cantina Paltrinieri in Emilia-Romagna, Italy, for an intimate Winemaker Dinner. Alberto and his family have been crafting expressive, terroir-driven Lambrusco di Sorbara since 1926. With deep roots in the region and a passion for showcasing Lambrusco as a serious, elegant wine, Alberto brings both tradition and innovation to the table—literally. Enjoy a family-style 5-course menu paired with a curated selection of Paltrinieri wines, including their signature Sant’Agata—the first pure Sorbara ever made. 🍷 Limited seating available 🍽️ $120 per guest 🗓 Monday, June 16 | 6:30pm Come sip, share, and discover the soul of Sorbara with one of Italy’s most passionate winemakers. 🇮🇹 #WinemakerDinner #PaltrinieriWines #LambruscoDiSorbara #YEGWine #YEGEvents #FamilyStyleDinner

What 511 people are saying

Darling reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Edmonton / Northern Alberta
Contemporary Canadian
Edmonton
Contemporary Canadian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Darling is a charming dining spot in Edmonton, perfect for intimate gatherings. Known for its "great ambience" and "amazing food," the restaurant shines with its shared plates, unique wine offerings, and "outstanding service." Despite occasional noise issues, it remains a "hidden gem" with a "lovely" and "inviting" atmosphere.

511 Reviews

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Bea
Edmonton / Northern Alberta1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
our server was the perfect balance of present and laid back, as well as very funny and personable. food was excellent. the pork belly was my fave but the carpaccio is a close 2nd, and their cold brew martini is the perfect dessert for a full stomach
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Arleen
Edmonton / Northern Alberta2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This was my first time to the restaurant. It felt quiet rushed. I wish we had been advised that the time was limited to one hour.
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Emily
Edmonton / Northern Alberta2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a lovely time! The food was excellent: would so recommend the charred cabbage dish as well as the tomato and cucumber salad! Great environment, attentive server - It was our first time and I can't wait to go back!
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Trish VIP
Edmonton / Northern Alberta8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and great food. Menu is designed for sharing. We really enjoyed it. Lovely place for a Birthday celebration.
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Celeste VIP
Edmonton / Northern Alberta11 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always spectacular, the service is always amazing! Love the patio during summer!
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Mike
Edmonton / Northern Alberta1 review
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hidden gem in Edmonton. I wish them all the success that is achievable. Outstanding restaurant!
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Emilie VIP
Edmonton / Northern Alberta1 review
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing wine bar with outstanding food and service! Would recommend over and over again!
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Dan
Edmonton / Northern Alberta8 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is a very unique restaurant. We truly enjoyed ourselves, right from the starters to dessert. My only challenge was the noise level but not much can be done about that. They even made Asparagus interesting! My compliments to the Owners and Chef. Another compliment to the very unique wine choices. Most of the selections were new to us. I chose a Tempranillo from Spain. Beautiful!
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Judith VIP
Edmonton / Northern Alberta97 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mother’s Day dinner did not disappoint. The pork collar was delicious and the croquettes were divine. The vanilla pound cake was so tasty, too! We were treated royally.
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Sam VIP
Edmonton / Northern Alberta3 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Very disappointing, don’t know where to start: bread that you pay for was served cold with butter on the side. The roasted potatoes and hummus plate had an after taste, they most likely are using can hummus. The fish was so smelly and has no flavor at all took a bite and didn’t even touch it after.
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FAQs

Darling is rated 4.7 stars by 511 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

9616 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6C 1S1

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
96 street and Whyte Ave (82 ave)
Neighborhood
Edmonton
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Wine Bar, Breakfast
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tyler Biollo
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.darlingrestaurant.ca/

Darling

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

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Experiences

Paltrinieri Winemaker Dinner

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What 511 people are saying

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Review summary

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