Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Edmonton / Northern Alberta

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Tzin Wine & Tapas

5.0

5 (2487)

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.

Top review

Doug

Dined on Apr 16, 2025

This is one of the best in Edmonton. Personalized service& outstanding dishes to choose from! Lots of effort to curate affordable wines! Overall experience makes this a winner for special celebrations dropping in for faves!!! We love Tzin!

The Raven Bistro

4.9

4.9 (1798)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Mediterranean

Jasper

About the restaurant

The Raven Bistro, located in the heart of Jasper, Alberta, offers Mediterranean inspired fare with local flair backed by a view of the mountains. We are so proud of our OpenTable Top 100 in Canada ranking! Our professional team all love being in Jasper and thrive on blending fresh ingredients to create memorable, quality dishes served in an intimate yet buzzing environment. The menu offers many vegan options and is malleable to those with dietary concerns. This must be the place for a taste of Jasper's best service, beverages and diverse menu.

Please note that while children are welcome at The Raven Bistro, parents need to be aware that we offer an intimate dining experience.

Top review

Shari

Dined 1 day ago

My husband and I made a 7:45 pm reservation on a Tuesday night but overestimated the walk from the hotel and arrived at 7:30 pm. We were immediately invited to sit at the bar while we waited for our table. The bartender was lovely and we enjoyed out Folding Mountain Cherry Lime Sours. Our table was ready at exactly 7:45 pm. We ordered the Raven Salad with salmon and it was delicious. The service was excellent and the overall ambiance was busy yet warm and intimate. We can’t wait to return to Jasper and will be definitely dining at the Raven Bistro again! 5/5 would recommend.

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Popular dish

Chocolate Pecan Tart

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Wild Game French Onion Soup

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Lemon Sesame Schnitzel

Sorrentino's Downtown

4.8

4.8 (1642)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Edmonton

About the restaurant

Sorrentino's Downtown is the jewel in Sorrentino's crown. A five star restaurant, this location caters to the office luncheon and the casual fine dining dinner guest.

This beautiful location is an excellent venue for weddings, corporate functions, rehearsal dinners, or intimate gatherings . We offer a range of services to make your important event memorable.

Two private rooms, the Telus Room equipped with state of the art technology for hi-tech meetings and the Maurizio Room, complete with television, fireplace in an elegant Tuscan atmosphere...both perfect for what you have planned.

Top review

Wendy

Dined on Apr 15, 2025

Amazing food and impeccable service. This restaurant is one of my favourites. The garlic fest menu is fantastic.

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Popular dish

Mushroom Risotto

vivo ristorante - Westend

4.8

4.8 (1974)

CAN$51 and over

Italian

Edmonton

About the restaurant

vivo is where Italian comes alive. We relish the enthusiasm and joy with which the traditional Italian meal is prepared and delivered, and seek to recreate that experience for every guest. Our open kitchen showcases our chefs preparing fresh and local ingredients.

When you join us for dinner, expect it to be a relaxing evening lasting a couple hours over several piatti (courses). Your table comes alive when we present a variety of large offerings on platters or bowls within easy reach of all.

A classic Italian pranzo (dinner) usually beings with a variety of antipasti (hot and cold appetizers), followed by one or two primi (usually a hot pasta, risotto, gnocchi or zuppa). Next your table will share a secondi (entrees) served on a platter combined with your choice of contorni (vegetable side dishes). Italians often complete their meal with un dolce, un caffe, or un digestivo (dessert, espresso, liqueur or grappa).
we only use fresh in house made pastas and sauces.

Top review

SusanVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We enjoyed a fabulous experience at Vivo. We will be back again very soon!

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4.8

4.8 (14)

CAN$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Edmonton

About the restaurant

We've transformed a tired, old pub on Whyte Ave into the crown jewel of our Bodegas!
With a beautiful long bar for tapas, wine & cocktails and a stylish dining room, you'll love what you find.
We offer exceptional seafood, paella and vegetarian dishes for everyone's palate.
Come in and discover a taste of Portugal and Spain.

Top review

Patricia

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

A wonderful dining experience. Excellent food, great service and cozy atmosphere.

Sorrentino's St. Albert

4.7

4.7 (972)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Edmonton

About the restaurant

Sorrentino’s St Albert prides itself in being part of the St Albert community. Our delicious food and inviting environment has created an atmosphere that is the perfect local hang out. Our S-bar is great for relaxing and enjoying a glass of wine and a bite to eat. Our private and semi-private rooms are perfect for business meetings, birthdays and other private parties. Reservations are recommended.

Top review

Rick

Dined 2 days ago

Our waiter was FANTASTIC and the food was great. We will be back

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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Grande Prairie

4.6

4.6 (2675)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Steakhouse

Grande Prairie

About the restaurant

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime rib is a Keg specialty, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads… and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse & Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and fresh squeezed juice cocktails.

Top review

KristineVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Amazing service! Thank you Jennifer ;-) one of GP staple restaurants

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Popular dish

Sirloin & Lobster

Guru Restaurant & Bar - West

4.6

4.6 (298)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Indian

Glenora

About the restaurant

GURU is a perfect example of fine dinning with art .The special ambience comfortably engulfs the diner, immersing them into a lusciously rich experience .Traditional Indian themes are seamlessly married with bespoke furnishings, mixing timber and creamy leather to create a contemporary and classic ambiance. The materials and finishes palette is truly rich and sumptuous, and accentuated by controlled lighting.

Our Chefs have taken Indian food to a different dimension with new techniques, innovative presentations and usage of healthy produce and spices. They have reinvented Indian food with unusual creations and pairings thus creating an exclusive gourmet dining experience.

The menu is a rich accumulation of Indian recipes evolved to the next level of modernity and served in authentic home style way of serving from a entrée dish.

Top review

HeidiVIP

Dined on Apr 16, 2025

We had a late lunch/early dinner. The food and service were outstanding. Portions are substantial. Cauliflower 65 started our meal and is a must try - delicious! Erica was lovely - attentive and professional. We highly recommend this restaurant.

Riverside Bistro - Courtyard by Marriott Edmonton

4.5

4.5 (475)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Global, International

Edmonton

About the restaurant

For booking a table after 4:00 pm for INSIDE RESTAURANT DINING, please call 780.945.4747 to book a table.

For DOME DINING:
Please use OpenTable to book your Dome. We are offering a 2-hour exquisite dining experience in our themed heated domes.
2-hour dining experience starts from the booking time selected.
Our domes are heated and can accommodate up to 4 people dining per dome. ***FOR 5-6 PPL DOME DINING, PLEASE LEAVE US A NOTE WHILE BOOKING AND WE WILL TRY TO ACCOMODATE.*** Domes are heated however we recommend all our guests to come dressed according to the weather conditions.
We charge $50 towards dome rental and $150 minimum F&B spending (excluding GST) is required for Dome dining.
24 hours cancellation/ no show policy is applied to the credit card provided charging $25 per guest.

Top review

Sarika

Dined 5 days ago

Wonderful experience, excellent customer service , the view and the atmosphere was so relaxing

Padrino's Italian Ristorante

4.5

4.5 (289)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Grande Prairie

About the restaurant

We are a fresh based fine dining Italian Restaurant located in the Best Western Grande Prairie. Traditional pastas, pizzas, and oven-roasted meats take centre-stage on Padrino’s menus. Our chefs prepare each meal from scratch and offer nightly features that will be sure to delight your taste buds. Padrino’s also offers vegetarian and gluten free options to appease all appetites. Decorated with elegant accents and intimate lighting, Padrino’s offers the perfect environment for romance on that first date or your 50th wedding anniversary.

Between the exceptional service, the unrivaled wine selection, and the remarkably fresh meals, you’ll quickly discover why this is a Grande Prairie fine-dining favourite. For a memorable evening out with family or friends… or just because it’s Wednesday and you deserve it, there is no better place.

Top review

Derek

Dined on Apr 10, 2025

We always enjoy our time at Padrino’s and realize we don’t experience this restaurant enough. Amazing service,food and atmosphere! See you again soon. Derek

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