Sometimes you need a little nosh between dinner and bedtime. Slim pickings in the cupboard? Worry not! Put down the bowl of stale chips and head to these Edmonton late night restaurants for a snack worthy of your time.
This casual, quirky establishment doesn’t even have a designated closing time – they are open four p.m. till late. Their menu constantly changes, depending on what fresh, delicious delicacies are available that day. One thing that remains consistent is their desire to feed you anytime you want. Bar snacks include smoked olives and salted candy cashews (try not to drool on the bar).
Woodwork’s bar snacks and small plates are ideal for an evening snack session. Their hickory frites and smoked chicken drumsticks are particularly popular but don`t overlook the steak tartare or brassica salad (they somehow made kale into a delicious snack, a feat previously thought impossible). They have late hours every day but are closed Wednesdays, weirdly enough.
Another joint that doesn`t have a regular closing time (it seems to have become a trend lately). Instead, they just say they are open till ``close`` (how cheeky of them). Take advantage of their relaxed schedule and stop in for some eats before calling it a night. Their sharing plates and appies are fantastic, especially the delectable four peppered beer tenderloin – it works as a light meal or a snack but is definitely not the traditional tenderloin you are picturing. It is better.
Their snack menu allows you to order one, three or five of an item for a set price. It`s available from 10 p.m. till late, meaning there is no need to ever go to bed hungry. The olives, smoked almonds and smoked salmon with horseradish and capers are three solid bets.
Located in Garneau, near the University, Sugarbowl attracts a lot of students and hipsters living in the area. Their menu offers some killer treats, including smoked paprika popcorn. The kitchen stays open until midnight seven days a week.
This spot is basically dedicated to the art of snacking well. The menu is all about amuse bouches and one-bite pasta dishes to tease your palate and satisfy you without overfilling your belly. Don`t expect to find taco chips and salsa here; this is high-class snacking all the way. There`s no set closing hour but there are only 28 seats, so get there as soon as you start to feel peckish.