"exactly the way i envision a small neigbourhood bistro to be. its too bad the tables outside are taken up when we got there. I tried fish and its very well done. Nothing fancy and nothing wasted. price is moderate and reasonable. Will have to come back and try something else."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"Our wonderful realtor, Ken Krochmal, gifted us an experience at Culina. From the moment we walked in the door out experience was nothing short of a perfect diner date! Menu changes regularly, had many vegetarian options, all staff was very accommodating! a place I would love to take friends and family as a wonderful Gem of Edmonton! Open table makes reservations and menu surfing so easy and I continue to use it regularly! Thank you Culina and thank you Ken! from a happy customer!"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"This restaurant and other Culina restaurants are a fantastic choice for those who are looking for a new taste experience. They use local ingredients I understand so this is also a great place for those who like to shop local, eat seasonal foods and support local businesses. It not the best choice however if your kids are used to mom's cooking and are a little hesitant to try new foods. Ambiance was nice, music was perfect - not too loud or soft, the service - exceptional!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"It was very busy, as usual. Reservations are required if you want to ensure a table. Brunch was delicious. Service a little slower than usual but I anticipate it was that the day was beautiful outside and the patio also packed. Overall great as always!"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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"I booked a reservation for my birthday brunch and it was delicious! I had the tofu scramble - a delicious vegan combo of tomatoes, mushrooms, chickpeas, and tofu piled onto a shallow plate with sweet potato toast. If it hadn't been so hot, I would have had a mint julep to celebrate! Definitely stopping in again and hoping to try the wine bar next door."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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"My partner and I seek places that strive to utilize local and organic ingredients whenever possible and that value the ethical treatment of any animals they provide in their dishes and we are so vey pleased that Culina's existence is founded upon these principles. Even more special is the kindness and consideration that their staff exhibits. We drove 5 hours to celebrate our anniversary at Culina and they went the extra mile for us and prepared an extra special anniversary message for our dessert. Their attention to detail in all respects is obvious and I would highly recommend Culina as it represents exactly where we need to be going in creating sustainable food systems that are good for the earth and extremely tasty for the belly!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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"Food needs to be better if the are charging those prices!! My main entree did not have any vegetables other than potatoes. Menu hasn't changed since I was there 2+ years ago."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem
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"Culina Millcreek is a quaint neighbourhood restaurant and was a pleasurable experience. The ambiance is romantic and entertaining with just the right amount of energy. The attentive staff was knowledgable and helpful, providing sound advice regarding vegetarian and vegan meal options."
Dined on 26/04/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"I'm going to understate this review, like Culina understates their menu: pretty decent.
Now that I'm done the understatement, let me say that this place is nothing short of amazing. We went there for brunch on Saturday and had an incredible meal.
It all started at the start: we could (and did) make reservations. That way there was no standing in a long line (like at Cora's), or wondering if there would EVER be a table. Nope... walked in, seated immediately.
The menu understated everything -- "Bacon & Eggs"? No, more like an incredible fritata, served with pulled pork and just the right amount of mushroom gravy. "Cheddar Scramble"? No, more like Perogies & Kolbasa, served with a wonderfully fluffy egg/cheese scramble/omelette."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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"My husband and I had been living out of the country for the last year and we had been really missing Culina for brunch. We went last weekend and it was even better than we remembered. The perogies are the best in the city (don't tell my Baba I said that). The staff were very attentive and were happy to accommodate a couple of dietary requests we had. The menu is small, but each dish has been perfected so that the flavours all complement each other. It's a vegetarian/vegan-friendly place, and the atmosphere is calm and cozy. Culina has become one of my favourite restaurants in Edmonton and I can't recommend it enough."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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"If you think Barb and Ernie's is a top Edmonton breakfast/brunch destination you are crazy and need to rethink your life up to this point. Or maybe you don't like breakfast/brunch. In either case there is no help for you. Close your web browser or turn off your phone and head for the nearest Denny's."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Another excellent meal at Culina! Our group really enjoyed everything we ordered! Service was impeccable. Thank you for taking such good care of us Dominique! Can't wait to return."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"Great location.Great service.A few of the items were a tad greasy for my taste - but QUALITY food none the less.Thanks for a fun date with my girl.Happy that another couple recommended your local === : ) CHeers,Jae"
Dined on 20/04/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"This was my first time at Culina Millcreek. I am not sure I would go back - the food was good, but not outstanding, and lunch for two (without liquor) came to $59, a little more than the average. Also parking was a bit of a challenge."
Dined on 19/04/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch
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"Excellent food. Excellent music. Excellent service. Locally-sourced ingredients with a conscience. What else could you want?! Book a table now."
Dined on 20/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Yet again, a wonderful meal at Culina. Highly recommend the cornbread waffle, and the whiskey-soaked fritters. Decadent but just the right serving size!"
Dined on 06/04/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"I was expecting a lot more flavor for what we paid for our dishes. There are other breakfast/brunch places in the same price range and similar ambiance that are much better. I would not return to Culina Millcreek for brunch."
Dined on 07/04/2013
2007
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"I had never been here for lunch. Excellent soup and salad. Healthy and tasty! Fries were good, not fantastic. Great presentation. Wonderful atmosphere. I for sure will go again, and I am picky!!"
Dined on 05/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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"The service was pleasant and the atmosphere comfortable at Culina.
That being said, I wouldn't recommend this restaurant for vegetarians or vegans. The vegetarian food seemed as though it wasn't very well thought out or executed. My SO and I both had the veggie sandwich which had thick slices of zucchini which tended to squeeze out the sides of the bread. Also, the curry sauce on the sandwich was neither flavorful nor spicy, and the cream cheese seemed like an odd addition - something sweet would have been nicer. The side of cheesy fries was a forgettable French fry with about 3 shreds of flavorless cheese melted on top. Might be better if you're having meat with your dish."
Dined on 29/03/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"I have not been to Culina for a number of years, and was concerned perhaps things had changed. I need not have worried. The ambiance was the same - quaint and romantic. The food was the same - spectacular with eclectic combinations. The service was the same - attentive with just the right level of table service. This restaurant remains a hidden gem. I would, and do, recommend to anyone for any occasion."
Dined on 23/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"We were there for the 9th anniversary beer dinner. Overall the food was quite good - the batter on the fish was a bit thick for my husband's liking, but I liked it (nice and crispy); the boar belly could have been braised longer and the sauce reduced rather than served as a consommé, and it was too sweet for a number in our party; the dessert was a stand-out winner, both by itself and with the paired beer. Our major complaint was definitely that there was too long in between courses - the four course meal took about 3 hours. Otherwise, good food, nice pairings, and lovely servers."
Dined on 19/03/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"Have gone here for dinner a few times over the past month. Excellent food and very quick service. They are willing to cater and easily modify the menu for allergies and diets. Very accomadating. Excellent wine menu as well."
Dined on 15/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Food is very tasty. Was disappointed that my favourite meal all of the sudden was considerably smaller and missing a side. When I asked, the menu had changed, however it was not reflected in the menu."
Dined on 17/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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"Hey we went for brunch this past Saturday. It was super cold in the restaurant. Not enough servers working so our service was quite slow. My quinoa/ chickpea scramble was not what I was expecting. I must have gotten it confused with the egg / quinoa scramble you used to have which was Hot / flavorful & delicious. This was somewhat lukewarm and bland ;0(."
Dined on 16/03/2013
2010
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"We chose the Saturday specials and we were disappointed. The spinach soup was runny and bland. The Moroccan vegetarian dish was just okay. We expected much more for the prices of the dishes."
Dined on 09/03/2013
2009
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"The service was great, but we won't be back anytime soon. All the food was very salty and the steak was tough and over done. I'm all for locally sourced foods, but then it also needs to be prepared into a healthy flavorful dish."
Dined on 08/03/2013
2011
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"Great place! love the eclectic vibe. After dinner we hopped over to Bibo ( wine bar next door) and had a blast, the attendant thee was awesome, super friendly.
Food as usual was delicious, I had been there one before for brunch. They have the best cornbread in town."
Dined on 22/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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"Just a really solid restaurant, small, limited menu, everything well done. Non intrusive wait staff, just the right amount of non obsequious service, food and drink come out in timely manner, portions are reasonable, not too small or too large, tastes are comforting and well seasoned. Cons; no salt and pepper on the tables.....the food is well seasoned but i like to sprinkle a little salt on my yolks once i have broken them open in my eggs benedict and huevos rancheros for example. Special not verbalized while ordering which we would have ordered and a small child screaming in a small restaurant. PEOPLE!!! leave your kids at home!!!!"
Dined on 02/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch
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"We arrived a bit early for our 11am reservation but were seated immediately. The menus were on the table already so there was no waiting for someone to bring them to us. Once we ordered the food was brought out quickly and it was fantastic! My friend and I were both really impressed with our meals. The potatoes that came with the eggs Benedict were a bit spicy, which is a nice change from the same old plain potatoes that most places serve. My friend ordered the bacon and eggs and couldn't stop raving about how good it was. And we appreciated the fact our server checked to make sure that everything was ok and was there to refill our coffee."
Dined on 24/02/2013
2009
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Culina millcreek has delicious food and good service; however, I felt very crowded sitting in between two other couples who were obviously out for Valentines weekend. The food is worth a little claustrophobia."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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