One of the best ways to really understand the heartbeat of a city is to experience its cuisine. For authentic and delicious meals off the beaten path, look no further than Edmonton’s Alberta Avenue. Boasting a mouthwatering diversity of food options, Alberta Avenue is the perfect place to go when you aren’t quite sure what you’re craving. This vibrant business and dining district features over 50 Asian, Indian, European, African and South American restaurants in a 25 block span.
From the Vietnamese eateries to Cuban, Portuguese and Columbian hot spots to some of the best Calzone in Canada, Alberta Avenue dining experiences are a vast array of cuisines sending an explosion of senses to your tastebuds. How do you choose when they’re all so good?
Also known as 118th Avenue, just north of downtown, this historical and evolving neighbourhood has a welcoming community vibe that you just have to experience to understand. It is also just a hop, skip and a jump away from the Edmonton Expo Centre & the Edmonton Exhibition Lands making it the perfect place to stop in for dinner before a concert or event. If you’re not sure what to try, lucky for you, we’ve gathered a list of restaurants, pubs and coffee shops to get you started. For more amazing Alberta Avenue restaurants and businesses, click here.