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Primal, Saskatoon, SK

Primal

4.8 (1177)
CAN$30 and under
Italian
423 20th St W, Saskatoon, SK S7M 0X3

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
Please note that we offer a two hour seating. If you are requiring longer than this please contact the restaurant directly. We have high top and low top seating, groups of six or more are often assigned to high top seating, please let us know if you have any mobility issues which may prevent this being comfortable for you and your group. A credit card is required to book all parties of 6 or more. Guests may be charged a $25/person fee for any late cancellations, no-shows, or changes to party size.

Def. - basic, fundamental, elemental, inherent

Creating time honoured Italian food & handmade pasta using Saskatchewan heritage grains & whole animal butchery.

For parties larger than 12, and all other inquiries, please contact us directly at primalpastamanager@gmail.com.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Farm-to-table, Contemporary Canadian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (306) 974-8111
  • Website
    http://primalpasta.ca/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Christie Peters and Kyle Michaels
  • Location
    423 20th St W, Saskatoon, SK S7M 0X3
  • Neighborhood
    Saskatoon
  • Cross street
    Avenue D
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,177 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Best Overall

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Best Food

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Best Service

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Best Value

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Innovative

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Neighborhood gem

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Great for fine wines

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Romantic

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Good for special occasions

  • Saskatoon

    Best Overall

  • Saskatoon

    Best Food

  • Saskatoon

    Best Service

  • Saskatoon

    Best Value

  • Saskatoon

    Good for groups

  • Saskatoon

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Saskatoon

    Hot spot

  • Saskatoon

    Neighborhood gem

  • Saskatoon

    Great for fine wines

  • Saskatoon

    Romantic

  • Saskatoon

    Good for special occasions

  • Saskatoon

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Primal in Saskatoon is a culinary gem that consistently delivers "excellent food and service." Diners rave about the five-course tasting menu, which is "exceptional from start to finish." The restaurant boasts a "great wine list" and "wonderful staff," making it a top choice for special occasions. However, it can be noisy.
1,178 Reviews

  1. Karen

    Saskatoon / Saskatchewan4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Service started out great with Arielle but then so many other people delivered food and it took quite a while for plates between courses to be cleared. As we were right under the speaker we asked her to lower the volume of the music which didn't happen. Too loud to really talk comfortably. Also, music selection was bizarre...MJ Thriller? Not a fit at all.

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  2. Jeff

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always the food is spectacular. I tried the pickerel this time. A change from my usual. It was very good. We had oysters as well. Very good. It’s just so noisy in there that it’s hard for me to hear. But the food. Is. So. Good!!!

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  3. alan

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic dinner at Primal. We celebrated our anniversary with the five course meal with the pairings. Really enjoyable! Service very attentive and informative regarding the various wines. Would recommend for anyone looking for a memorable meal.

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  4. Chris

    Vancouver / British Columbia14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Pretty good meal at primal. Food is a bit expensive for what you get. Cacio e Pepe was quite salty and that was the overlying flavour. The restaurant is very noisy, and though they play very loud music, all you really can hear in the noisy restaurant is the base. Couldn’t identify the song. Service was good and we were not rushed.

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  5. Kelly

    Saskatoon / Saskatchewan2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was exceptional. Our waitress was phenomenal. Food was delicious and timely.

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  6. James

    Saskatoon / Saskatchewan1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I had the tasting menu and thoroughly enjoyed each course.

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  7. Leon

    Saskatoon / Saskatchewan1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An incredible meal with great flavors and presentation and wonderful service.

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  8. Jeff

    Saskatoon / Saskatchewan3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience with everything. Will definitely recommend.

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  9. Darcy

    Alabama4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, great ambience but a little pricey. I’ll certainly go back.

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  10. Teresa

    Saskatoon / Saskatchewan2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    If you're looking for an elevated Italian dining experience in Saskatoon, Primal is a must-visit. From the moment we walked in, the quiet, intimate atmosphere set the tone for a relaxing evening. We opted for the five-course tasting menu, and it was exceptional from start to finish. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared and bursting with flavor. The ingredients were clearly fresh, and the presentation showed real attention to detail. By the end of the meal, we were more than satisfied — comfortably full and completely impressed. A special shoutout goes to our server, Sam, who was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly. They ensured the pacing of the meal was perfect and made the entire experience seamless. Whether you're a fan of traditional Italian cuisine or looking for a modern twist, Primal delivers on all fronts. We'll definitely be back.

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FAQs

Primal offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (306) 974-8111.

Primal is rated 4.8 stars by 1177 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
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
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423 20th St W, Saskatoon, SK S7M 0X3

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Avenue D
  • Neighborhood
    Saskatoon
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Farm-to-table, Contemporary Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Christie Peters and Kyle Michaels
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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