Confederation Lounge & Patio - Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

Name: Confederation Lounge & Patio - Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
Address: 10065 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada, T5J 0N6
Telephone: (780) 424-5181
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (511)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

10065 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N6

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2 people

Jun 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Charming

Our approachable yet elevated cuisine showcases seasonal ingredients and masterfully crafted menus - perfect for lunch or dinner. With one of city’s most celebrated patios and a twice-daily happy hour, discover why we’re a go-to destination for unforgettable dining in the heart of Edmonton.

Happy Hour | Sunday – Friday | 2-4PM & 10PM to Close

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Canadian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary Canadian
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(780) 424-5181
Website
https://www.confederationlounge.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
10065 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N6
Neighborhood
Edmonton
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Riviera Seafood TowerCA$155.00
One Dozen Canadian Oysters | Chilled Tiger Prawns | Three Pieces Butter Glazed Langoustine | Marinated Pot Caught Octopus | Mignonette | Grated Horseradish Root | Cocktail Sauce | Lemon Cheeks
Brasserie BoardCA$75.00
Garden Herb Dip | Locally Sourced Charcuterie | Ratatouille Tartine | Marinated Olives | Locally Inspired Cheese | House-Made Fruit Chutney | Grainy Mustard | Giant Grilled Pretzel Twist
Grilled Prawns ProvençaleCA$25.00
Tiger Prawns Brushed with Garlic-Herb Butter | Served with Lemon & Horseradish Mustard
Freshly Shucked OystersCA$34.00
½ Dozen Rotating Selection of Canadian Oysters | Fresh Grated Horseradish | Mignonette | Cocktail Sauce | Lemon Cheeks
Crispy Lemon Salt & Pepper WingsCA$26.00
House Aioli
Pâté Maison du FermeCA$15.00
Locally Crafted Pâté | Grilled Ciabatta | Saskatoon Berry Compote
Garden Herb DipCA$21.00
Roasted Sweet Onion | Maître'd Hotel Herbs | Root Vegetable Chips
Truffle Gouda FriesCA$17.00
Hand-Cut Alberta Potatoes with Black Truffle Oil | Shaved Sylvan Star Gouda | House Aioli
Hand-Cut FriesCA$14.00
Hand-Cut Alberta Potatoes | House Aioli
Marinated Cerignola OlivesCA$14.00
Confit Citrus | Torched Herbs & Olive Oil

SALADS

Riverside Cobb (GF)CA$29.00
Romaine Hearts | Heirloom Cherry Tomato | Toasted Pepitas | Bacon | Sylvan Star Gouda | Spark's Farm Free-Run Egg | Pink Goddess Dressing
Farmhouse Salad (GF)CA$27.00
Organic Seasonal Greens | Cherries | Hazelnuts | Fairwinds Farm Goat Cheese | Cherry-White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Add Ons
Grilled Certified Sustainable Organic Salmon 15 | Flat Iron Steak 18 | 3pc Grilled Prawns 15 | Grilled Chicken Breast 13

SIGNATURE PLATES

Legacy BurgerCA$38.00
Grilled Alberta AAA Beef Patty | Truffle Aioli | Sylvan Star Gouda | Heirloom Tomato | Butter Lettuce | Pickle | Side of Hand-Cut Fries or Farmhouse Salad
Lentil Burger (P, DF, GFO)CA$32.00
Spiced Potato & Lentil Patty | Hummus | Pickled Onion | Local Greens | Potato Onion Bun | Side of Hand-Cut Fries or Farmhouse Salad
Heritage Chicken PaninoCA$35.00
Carved Garden-Herb Marinated Chicken | Petite Ciabatta | Rustic Romesco Sauce | Whipped Citrus-Infused Ricotta | Pepper Greens | Side of Hand-Cut Fries or Farmhouse Salad
Ratatouille Tartine (P, GF)CA$29.00
Grilled House-Made Sourdough Topped with Ratatouille Vegetables | Garbanzo Beans | Organic Basil Pistou & Shaved Vegan Cheese | Side of Hand-Cut Fries or Farmhouse Salad
Steak Frites (GF)CA$52.00
Grilled AAA Alberta Flat Iron Steak | Charred Sweet Corn Sauce | Hand-Cut Truffle Gouda Fries
Organic Salmon (GF)CA$47.00
Grilled Certified Sustainable Organic Salmon | Heirloom Baby Potatoes | Local Boar Bacon | Lardons Spark's Farm Free-Run Poached Egg | Wilted Greens | Lemon Caper Sauce
Pasta Con Le CozzeCA$36.00
Fettuccini Pasta | Steamed PEI Mussels | Provençal Sauce | Marinated Artichoke | Grilled Ciabatta | ADD ONS: Certified Sustainable Organic Salmon 15 | 3pc Grilled Prawns 15

DESSERT

Wild Saskatoon Berry TartCA$16.00
Golden Pastry | Caramelized Seasonal Berries | Sauce Anglaise
Chocolate-Hazelnut Martini (GF)CA$16.00
Dark Chocolate Custard | Hazelnut Praline | Chocolate Crumble
Champagne Panna Cotta (GF)CA$16.00
Champagne Gelée | Vanilla Bean | Strawberry
Deluxe Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich (GF)CA$18.00
Chef’s Seasonal Flavour Infusion
Locally Handcrafted “Pinocchio” Ice Cream & Vegan Sorbet (PO, DFO)CA$15.00
Waffle Cookie | Chocolate Cigar | Choice of Vanilla Bean, Burnt Honey, Belgian Chocolate, or Vegan Raspberry Sorbet

What 511 people are saying

Confederation Lounge & Patio - Fairmont Hotel Macdonald 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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.7Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Edmonton / Northern Alberta
Great for creative cocktails
Edmonton / Northern Alberta
Great for fine wines
Edmonton / Northern Alberta
Great for outdoor dining
Edmonton / Northern Alberta
Romantic
Edmonton / Northern Alberta
Great for scenic views
Edmonton
Great for creative cocktails
Edmonton
Great for fine wines
Edmonton
Great for outdoor dining
Edmonton
Romantic
Edmonton
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Confederation Lounge & Patio at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald offers a stunning ambiance with "beautiful view" and "excellent service." Guests praise the "delicious mocktails" and "incredible salads," while the patio's setting adds to the charm. Though some experienced slow service, the staff's attentiveness and the lounge's "historic building" create memorable visits.

511 Reviews

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David
Edmonton / Northern Alberta1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, a great experience at the Confederation Lounge. Experienced servers who've been there for years (thanks, Carmen!), speedy service, excellent drink and food choices, prepared the same, and that amazing historic ambience. We'll be back!
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Paul VIP
Edmonton / Northern Alberta8 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful view, great service and food. A perfect spot to bring guests from out of town.
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Lynn
Edmonton / Northern Alberta1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Lovely as always. I used the valet for my car and had a little trouble finding someone to help me.
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Louisa
Edmonton / Northern Alberta11 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was subpar based on price. Under seasoned and steak was over cooked. Only thing going for evening was service which was very good.
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Tina
Edmonton / Northern Alberta11 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We had a reservation inside, but they were able to set us outside, which was fantastic. Our waiter accommodated us actually moving the table outside as well. It seemed to take forever to order. We were not given the happy hour menu. It took forever to get water or drinks our waiter was very involved with everyone else, but not very attentive to us when we did get our food. I ordered the steak bits. They were ice cold, as well as the other entrées on my plate. My mother had a hamburger which was beyond rare and she had to return it. Our waiter never came back. We had to actually get up and leave, and I went to the front to try to pay the bill When we returned the burger. The manager did come out once and offered us free dessert for the inconvenience of the uncooked burger, and it was the manager who I had to pay the bill with because our waiter never came back. My mother did have a cup of coffee, which was never refilled. It was a little bit disappointing, considering the price we paid as well as it was a special occasion my daughter‘s graduation I really feel that the hotel Mac can do better.
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Cathy
Edmonton / Northern Alberta1 review
1.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Our family of 6 went for happy hour on Sunday, June 01, 2025. We had a reservation for 2 pm which is when it opens. Service was slow, took a long time to get our first drink. Food was not good, specifically the shrimp cocktail. They were tiny shrimp obviously from a can on top of a heaping pile of cocktail sauce. We all were born and raised in Alberta and frequent the Fairmont Hotel chains in other cities. But Edmonton's was the worse food of all locations. Very disappointed as we were having one last visit with our 88 year old Father. It was a sad experience for us, Dad enjoyed being with his children. My Dad needs a walker, so my husband dropped us at the front door and went to park. He did not have his glasses and had to bring the phone up to me in the lounge to finish entering the credit card information. At 2:02 pm, we got a parking ticket. $45.00 So someone watched him park and gave us no time to enter the data. Again, sad state of affairs. I paid for parking 2 minutes later than 2pm. Just bizarre, they cannot get food or drink out efficiently, but the parking attendant sure does the job timely! We will not go again and we will not recommend this lounge to visitors to Edmonton.
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Terry
Calgary / Southern Alberta27 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We love the patio at Hotel Macdonald. The view and the setting are exceptional. The patio was at about 40% capacity and inside, in the Confederation Lounge, it was practically empty. after an extended wait of at lest 10 minutes for our drink order, the server thanked us for waiting because they were "slammed" at the bar. We couldn't understand why. However, the setting was lovely and we were in good spirits, so not a big deal. The charcuterie board was, um, disappointing. three pieces of dry crostini, and a few large chunks of cheese, and a few slices of salami, and that was it. Not the culinary experience that was promised. The server was lovely, and we appreciated her more than the actual service or the food. They went out of their way to present our table with complimentary celebratory birthday treat. It was a half of a brownie with sparkler in it. Fun!
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James VIP
Edmonton / Northern Alberta8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, excellent ambiance on the Patio, delicious mocktails and incredible salads. Couldn't ask for more! Will be back.
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Jane
Edmonton / Northern Alberta6 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Typical Fairmont lounge. Excellent ambiance and service, expensive for quality, but yes I’d go back…
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Brittany
Edmonton / Northern Alberta1 review
3.0
Dined on May 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We like the Confederation Lounge however the past few times we have booked reservations for business lunches they have not been honored and instead we are made to sit at the low couches & tables. As you can imagine it is very hard to eat a meal there, and makes for an awkward experience with clients. We are given a non-sensical explanation about "earlier reservations" but they don't even take our names to confirm what our reservation was or when it was booked. It is particularly perplexing because the proper tables are not filled by other customers and remain empty for the duration of our lunch.
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Confederation Lounge & Patio - Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is rated 4.3 stars by 511 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Jun 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Google Map for Confederation Lounge & Patio - Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

10065 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N6

Additional information

Neighborhood
Edmonton
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Canadian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary Canadian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.confederationlounge.com/
Phone number
(780) 424-5181

Confederation Lounge & Patio - Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

SMALL BITES & SHAREABLES

Riviera Seafood TowerCA$155.00

Brasserie BoardCA$75.00

Grilled Prawns ProvençaleCA$25.00

Freshly Shucked OystersCA$34.00

Crispy Lemon Salt & Pepper WingsCA$26.00

Pâté Maison du FermeCA$15.00

Garden Herb DipCA$21.00

Truffle Gouda FriesCA$17.00

Hand-Cut FriesCA$14.00

Marinated Cerignola OlivesCA$14.00

SALADS

Riverside Cobb (GF)CA$29.00

Farmhouse Salad (GF)CA$27.00

Add Ons

SIGNATURE PLATES

Legacy BurgerCA$38.00

Lentil Burger (P, DF, GFO)CA$32.00

Heritage Chicken PaninoCA$35.00

Ratatouille Tartine (P, GF)CA$29.00

Steak Frites (GF)CA$52.00

Organic Salmon (GF)CA$47.00

Pasta Con Le CozzeCA$36.00

DESSERT

Wild Saskatoon Berry TartCA$16.00

Chocolate-Hazelnut Martini (GF)CA$16.00

Champagne Panna Cotta (GF)CA$16.00

Deluxe Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich (GF)CA$18.00

Locally Handcrafted “Pinocchio” Ice Cream & Vegan Sorbet (PO, DFO)CA$15.00

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