Central Social Hall in St. Albert

525 St Albert Trl #280, St. Albert, AB T8N 4J8, Canada

★★★★☆
(984 reviews)
Categories: Gastropub Bar Brunch restaurant Restaurant

About

Central Social Hall creates a truly premium pub experience by delivering outstanding service, unforgettable food and lively public conversation in a modern, stylish environment. We're the perfect place for your weekly business lunch, after work drinks, weekend brunch, or late-night event.

Website
centralsocialhall.com
Address
525 St Albert Trl #280, St. Albert, AB T8N 4J8, Canada
Plus Code
M92F+83 St. Albert, Alberta, Canada
Time Zone
America/Edmonton

Business Hours

Sunday
10 AM–12 AM
Monday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–5 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Friday
11:30 AM–2 AM
Saturday
10 AM–2 AM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Delivery On-site services Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Live performances Sport
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Food Food at bar Happy-hour food Late-night food Organic dishes Private dining room Small plates Spirits Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Breakfast Brunch Lunch Dinner Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Gender-neutral toilets Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly Groups LGBTQ+ friendly
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.3
★★★★☆
984 reviews

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★★★★★
October 11, 2024

Our ringette team visited Central Social Hall after a game, and we were extremely impressed with how accommodating they were. From the moment we arrived, the staff was attentive, efficient, and friendly. Even with a large group, they were organized, making sure our orders were taken quickly and correctly. The food came out promptly, and everything was delicious! It was clear they are experienced in handling groups, which made our experience seamless and enjoyable. Great service, great atmosphere, and a perfect place for a team to unwind. We’ll definitely be back!

★★★★★
October 6, 2024

What a fabulous culinary and service excellence experience. The atmosphere was happy and relaxed. A while back I had posted a negative review regarding my experience here and owner Taylor reached out to me immediately to see if we would give them another chance, and we were WOWED. The food was delicious, full of flavour, the service extraordinary, and the staff exceptional. I have to thank Taylor and Sarah so very much for the kindness and attention to detail in making my daughter and granddaughter so very happy (the reason I wanted to take them out somewhere the first time). My daughter, granddaughter, and I will most definitely be back, along with others.

★★★★★
September 24, 2024

Came here for a birthday party and we were seated quickly for a large group. Drink check ups by our server were made often and we were well taken care of throughout our stay. The food came quickly and was delicious! We also had check ins from the manager, Jeremy, to see how we were doing and if we were enjoying ourselves. I can gladly say we were. I would recommend a visit to Central Social Hall any chance you get.

★★★★★
August 5, 2024

Tonight we had the pleasure of being served by Lily. She provided amazing service. She was genuine and prompt. The best service we have had in a long time :) keep it up!

★★★★★
June 4, 2024

We made a reservation here on a Sunday for brunch after a first communion celebration. We showed up and someone had missed our reservation on the tablet so they had to quickly come up with a plan and get us our table for 9. They did so and I. Relatively good timing so our party was seated and ready to order. The waitress was attentive, assisted my little with a booster seat and took our kids orders first so they could get started eating. The manager I was told talked to my other child and asked what the occasion was. After hearing the answer he said my child could get a dessert on the house. He was thrilled. Everyone seemed fyi enjoy their food choices; steak and potatoes, breakfast burger (huge but messy to eat), cesser salad side (so yummy says my kid), the cure, breakfast bowl was yummy but could have used more avocado. All in all it was a good experience and I enjoy coming to this establishment.

★★★★★
May 20, 2024

Good place to go with friends for some drinks ! Drinks are cold and very well made ! We have seated on the bar and the bartenders were nice and always attentive if we need to order more drinks. Food is also very tasty! Pleasant environment!

★★★★★
April 7, 2024

Great food (they really go above typical pub food) and drink selection. The honey fried chicken sandwich was amazing and perfectly seasoned fries! Awesome atmosphere and friendly staff. Only complaint would be that they weren’t able to offer a kids burger or minor discount (had to pay the full $23 for a plain burger with ketchup for my daughter). Follow up: the manager reached out to me after I left this review, inviting my family and I back to the restaurant where my daughter was provided with a burger on the house and free donuts for the whole family. Thanks for following up on the review…now THAT is service! We will return next time we’re in the area!

★★★★★
May 8, 2016

Great place for a night out with a group of friends or a meet up for lunch with the work team. They’ll also cater / deliver a large order to the office during business hours. You can place Take out / delivery orders on their website for delivery by skip the dishes. At night, Central has a fun atmosphere with the best cocktails in St Albert. Staff are friendly and welcoming. My favourite dish is the Ginger Chicken Bowl for lunch / dinner. On their brunch menu literally everything is great, I usually get the avocado toast Benny. I would highly recommend this place!

★★★★★
December 22, 2024

Always a great time, had Joe bartending for us and did a great job. Strong hospitality, quick on drinks and kept us happy all night

★★★
December 17, 2024

Honestly, love Central but I ve had enough bad service from Warren (the bartender) that I finally had to mention it. If he likes you, you get served quickly, if not, don t expect anything from him besides side eyes and rude passive aggressive behaviour. Not sure what his issue is but if there are any other bartenders on that night, sit in that section.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 9, 2024

Hard to have a conversation as its very loud

★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Busy ...slow service .. uncomfortable seating.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Food was very filling.Service was great. The manger gave me and my wife a desert to celebrate closing on our home. Very friendly staff and cozy atmosphere. One of the best restaurants in St. Albert.

November 23, 2024

No tenderloin in the sushi rolls. Very disappointing. 1 little sliver that i had to search for. If you want a veggie roll good option

November 23, 2024

the Berta sushi barely had steak, not that surprising. The Birria tacos didn t have cheese and were a really sad attempt at birria. The marg I had was not very good either. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Amazing food choices. Ambiance is on top! Fast service as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Love this place. Great food and atmosphere!

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Jenna was an amazing server. It was crazy busy for the night but she still gave us exceptional service. Thank you Jenna, Management and the rest of the workers for the amazing food and drinks:) will be back again

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Good company. Good food. Service on the slow side. Good selection of draft beer.

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Great service for large group! Thank you!

August 23, 2024

Worst looking and tasting dill pickle salad ever eaten. Salad looked like the ingredients were thrown on the plate. Huge pieces of lettuce big as my hand. I am disabled and the restroom was too small to accommodate my walker. I could not find a handicap washroom. Food

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Our server Teslyn was exceptional, and explained the new desserts to my partner which was immensely helpful! The manager stopped by to chat with us and was lovely also!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Good place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Always a good time! Great atmosphere and the servers are top notch! Jerry always hires the best of the best!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Food was great

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

We have ladies nights out whenever the UFC fights are on. The food is always tasty, environment is great and the service is fantastic. Last Saturday we came out and had an exceptionally friendly and helpful server, thank you Teslyn!

★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

A must-try is The Cure We had great meals. Service was good but couldnt see our nice server often so I had to go get cutlery for us then a steak knife then extra napkins. Thank goodness these were out in the open so I could grab them . Everyone is allowed to have an off day. Kid-friendliness: Having a kids menu is great! Hard to find grilled cheese in most places. Would be nice if they offered milkshakes.

Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Sat for 15 minutes 2 servers walked by me 3 times without even acknowledging me. This was on a Monday where it was seat yourself. I eventually got up and left without even being acknowledged by a single staff member. Poor service and atmosphere

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

This location has been amazing, the service is always top tier, the quality of drinks and food has consistently exceeded expectations. The management (Jeremy and Steve-o) will make you feel welcomed as valued customers. The bang for the buck you will leave you happy . Definitely a no brainer if in St Albert. 10/10 would recommend! Side note - get the fries tossed in the Cajun seasoning if you want a little extra kick

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Very much a chain restaurant, but bless them for being the only place in St Albert open late when date night falls on a weekday! Unfortunately my steak sandwich was a little gristle-ey but otherwise our food and drinks were really tasty. Kid-friendliness: Theres no world in which I would bring my kids here. Mostly because I dont want you to bring your kids here lol Let a girl have date night in peace!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

I ve dined here twice recently and had a great experience!! The host was so friendly, and my servers Simona and Kourtney were outstanding! Food was great and came out super quick, overall great experience!

★★
June 23, 2024

Ive spent hundreds of dollars here in the past and was pleased. Yesterday evening arrived half an hour early for Oilers game. I was in a small line of 8 people all to be turned away from the entire place being reserved with name cards out including at the bar. There were 20 people there. I asked if the bar was reserved too or if there was anywhere to sit alone and watch the game. Hostesses said everything is reserved and youll have to go elsewhere. Not cool to turn away business when restaurant is empty. What ever happened to first come first serve. Have fun turning away business. I took my business to Boston pizza who accomodated me.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Great service, nice Atmosphere!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

By far the best Central location in the Capital Region. Amazing, friendly service and food and drinks are delicious. They also support other local businesses with raffles and draws.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Everything was top notch. My only disapppintment was their prices did not match the menu that came up on OpenTable but everything has gone up recently so its not a surprise. I got the white sangria (perfecly balanced) and the honey chicken sandwich (very nicely battered). My friends and I were on the patio for a couple hours (alone, it wasnt busy) and the servers did not make us feel like we were overstaying our welcome. I can see this becoming our new monthly meeting spot!

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Went there for a pint and some dessert. Staff was very friendly and kind. And the beer was tasty after a long day.

★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Came for happy hour. 9pm Drinks were what you expect. Had a few. Food was cold! Like actually out of the fridge. (Fries and kettle chips) Not worth the wait to reorder so we ate what was brought and left. My tip reflected the food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Aria is excellent, she took care of me and her service is spectacular and how she takes care of you.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Katie our waitress was amazing and the manager Jeremy is so personable . Food is always delicious highly recommend the chef knows how to tantalize the taste buds

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Service is always good. Food is amazing. And I love the entire environment!

★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Good service, and even better food. We had a very nice server, and our gift card helped us save money on this plentiful meal. Will come back in the future

★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

If you get the chance have the perogies and sausage. Sour cream dip is fantastic

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Had the opportunity to do Chef s Table yesterday evening and our experience was amazing! Food was delicious, service was great.. would do Chefs Table experience over and over again!!

★★★
April 23, 2024

Service slow this time. Not enough staff to cover nucanmber of customers. Washrooms subpar. Quality of food subpar and a little overpriced for amount of food. Quality overall has diminished over the last few months. Am a regular customer and tip above average. Mar. 29/24. Been a regular at this location for years ( About six years to be exact). LOVE!! the staff, atmosphere. Certainly the welcoming attitude.. although I would like some more minor menu changes. I live in North Edmonton. Have no problem traveling the distance for good service, food and hospitality.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Great atmosphere, I would love to watch an Oilers game there! The Honey Butter Milk Chicken Sandwich was delish and the fries were hot and tasty!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Great Service Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Great all the way around, esp the bussers and porters

★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Smiling server was excellent!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Always great service

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Nice atmosphere at this pub. Menu is what you would expect. They have a good amount of variety in beer taps. The wings I had were tasty. Visited again this week and tried the starlet salad, it was very filling and tasty. Food

★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Food was a bit greasy. Out server was great, but 3 other servers stood at the bar gossiping. Wasnt very professional even if it wasnt very busy. Parking: Mall parking

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Awesome environment. Great food and service.. Great location!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

We had a group of six for their Chefs Table that was to include selection of signature food and cocktails and desserts, personally hosted by member of the central call culinary team . We had no idea what to expect but were pleasantly surprised. We were seated in a private room with our own TV to watch the hockey game, Sara our server/chef was absolutely amazing. Polite, Very efficient with attention to detail, packaged our leftovers individually to take home. It was a lot, I mean a lot, of a very good food. We started with truffle fries and dip with glass of Prosecco, spicy maple Brussels sprouts were excellent, Berta beef sushi, truffle mushroom linguine, Social Butterfly cocktail, barbecue chicken, potatoes and caesar salad, beef sliders, and homemade doughnuts with a wonderful rosemary icing glaze. Jeremy the manager checked in with us on arrival, mid-meal and at the end. It was my birthday, we were there around 3 hours and enjoyed every minute of it. Thanks for making my birthday extra special.

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Every time my husband and I come we have incredible service, the bartenders are kind and attentive. Theyre Wake up call drink is a drink made from heaven, its amazing and truly lives up to the name. Happy this place is so close to home!

Local Guide
March 23, 2024

The food was DELICIOUS!!! But I have a couple complaints about the service. Me and my wife went here to have a nice dine in dinner and our server who was nice didnt seem to be anywhere when we needed service. In fact the person from the kitchen who brought us our food was more helpful than her. We got by, but what really got me was the attitude after we paid. Now not everyone has the money to leave big tips especially to servers who cant do there job. I would have loved to come back and make bigger tips, but that one waitress who gossiped to her fellow employees really ruined the experience. As we walked out that night the waitresses by the bar just starred at us with disgusted looks.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Large party, they nailed it.

March 23, 2024

We went in for lunch today, we waited to be seated for a few minutes and then once we were seated, we didn t have a server come take our order, we waited over 20 mins. Didn t even come to get a drink order or anything. Nor did anyone say anything as we walked out. Not sure if just an off day with who was working today, as it wasn t busy on a Wednesday at 2pm. Disappointing as we have supported central in st.albert through covid, even had our rehearsal dinner last year.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Have been back here a few times since my original review below- Have yet to be disappointed. Love the kids menu, excellent healthy option that isnt chicken fingers. Make sure to save room for fresh donuts! Original review: It has been awhile since we have been to a restaurant, but this was great, rep in place which makes you feel comfortable and food that tasted amazing. Dietary restrictions: Great accommodation for dietary restrictions Parking: Lots of spots Kid-friendliness: Excellent kids menu that isnt just chicken fingers

★★★★
February 23, 2024

Food is consistently good -comes out hot and quickly. Good drink selection, prices are what youd expect these days for an eat in burger. Last night, Hostesses/servers at front door were more interested in talking to their guy friends than acknowledging we were waiting to be taken to a table. Our table server was great tho!

★★★★
February 23, 2024

Kenna the bartender is the greatest bartender Ive ever had I will come back to central cause of her greatest woman nicest service

★★
February 23, 2024

Took forever for our server to give us menus, then took forever for her to get drinks, take our orders. When we went to order I said I wanted the Ronald off the happy hour menu and she said okay. The food took forever and was cold when it came to our table and was clearly sitting in the window. Our blonde server kept ignoring us when I tried to call her over for a refill or box for our food. When the bill came she charged me full price when I specifically stated i wanted the happy hour item. She then tried to fight me about the price and yelled at me when I gave her no tip after horrible service. Will never go back. They yell at patrons. Lol

★★
February 23, 2024

Waitress and service was great but the main part of our dinner was truly disappointing. I ordered the Barnyard Burger-while the fries and everything ON the burger was fresh and tasty I don t think I have ever eaten a more charred and DRY beef burger. Husband had the Chicken Burger and the chicken breast was sliced so THIN that the lettuce and tomatoe on the bun were thicker. When a breast is sliced that thin it s hard to retain any of its juices so it was DRY. However the onion rings he ordered with it were delicious! So in conclusion-excellent fries and onion rings but for approximately $60.00, the handhelds were disappointing. Waitress was lovely but we won t be returning. New cook??

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Delicious food. Service was average. Definitely will come back !

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

We had my Moms birthday/retirement party last night and booked the private room. The staff and service were absolutely amazing. Our server Shealyn was phenomenal, the manager, Taylor was so accommodating and wonderful. Warren the bartender was awesome! Food was fantastic. 10 out of 10 would do again for any event. Thank you all for helping make this night so incredible!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

I understand that its a pub but the lights were very dim (Im not here for a romantic dinner) Servers were very friendly but service was slow. Food is on the expensive side for what they offer but it was very good.

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Great sandwiches

★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

good , food overprice....... ..... nice Server.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Amidst the restaurants in St. Albert, Central Social Hall beckons discerning diners into a gastronomic haven, where the artistry of a gastro pub unveils a captivating symphony of flavors and culinary finesse. Embarking on this delightful journey, the initial hiccup caused by an inaccurate location on the Open Table app soon faded into insignificance, as the warm ambiance and attentive service ushered in an experience worth savoring. The decor, a fusion of modernity and pristine cleanliness, set the stage for an unforgettable culinary escapade. Yet, it was the masterfully crafted dishes that truly stole the spotlight. The Croque Madame, a delightful ensemble of swiss, gruyere, and bacon on sourdough, was elevated to brilliance by the nuanced selection of cheeses. Each bite unfolded a tapestry of flavors, weaving together in perfect harmony. The Avocado & Tomato Benny, a symphony of freshness and texture, showcased the simplicity of avocado and tomato atop sourdough, accentuated by the roasted poblano + white cheddar sauce, elevating this classic dish to new heights. However, it was the Fried Chicken Benny that emerged as a culinary triumph, offering a slightly heavier yet immensely flavorful delight. The crispy buttermilk fried chicken, complemented by the standout bacon tomato jam, was a testament to culinary expertise. Each dish, accompanied by crispy potatoes and free-run poached eggs, embodied a symphony of flavors that tantalized the taste buds and left a lasting impression. The balance of textures and the marriage of ingredients showcased the mastery of the culinary craft. The Central Social Hall, a beacon of culinary excellence, stands not merely as a dining destination but as an orchestrator of epicurean delight. For connoisseurs seeking an elevated gastro pub experience, this establishment shines brightly, offering a medley of dishes that celebrate flavor, artistry, and innovation. Parking: Fairly small parking lot and seems to fill up pretty fast depending on when you go. Still not too hard to find parking thou.

★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Food was fine, drinks were made pretty poorly. Ive had the old fashioned at another location (ellerslie) and it was killer. The ones here were undrinkably sweet. Had the chicken sandwich and it was good. The fries were great with the garlic dip.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Wings special its my favourite. The bartender is very friendly.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Awesome service, Courtney was amazing, so personable and friendly. She made our experience memorable!

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

My girlfriends and I love Central Social Hall in St. Albert. The atmosphere is energetic, with great music and delicious cocktails. Courtney is our favorite server! The gyoza & spicy maple brussel sprouts are amazing to share.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Food was delicious! The service was immaculate! Courtney took care of us for the evening. She was very knowledgeable, answered all our questions, and professional! She was very timely with our meals!

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Absolutely fantastic service! Our server Ryiah was incredibly sweet, knowledgeable, and attentive. She answered all our questions with a smile and ensured everything arrived promptly. A delightful experience from start to finish!

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Recently diagnosed with celiac disease...staff and kitchen tried their best to accommodate me. If there could be more gluten free side dish options that would be awesome. Dietary restrictions: Would be great if there were more gluten free options for side dishes.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Came in because I was craving my favourite cocktail, The London. My cocktail was amazing but my service was even better! Ryiah was my server, she was attentive, friendly, and knew what she was doing. She made us feel like we were just out with a friend, will definitely be returning and asking for her!

★★★★
January 23, 2024

The server was awesome unfortunately I do not remember her name. The manager Jeremy was so kind to me and my date he made sure we were having a great time and also gave us a free dessert after I told him it was my first time there. I had a backyard burger but it was underwhelming due to it being over cooked but other than that it was a great experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Food is always really good. Great selection of beers on tap.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Above average bar food with above average service. Loudish for a pub ambiance.

★★
December 23, 2023

My wife and I were in for a night out Saturday in what is usually a fun welcoming environment seemed all but that. The male bartender with long hair, seemed to either be having a bad day, or hated his job or life. He seemed very miserable, like he just didn t want to be there and hated serving us. Grumbled to take my wife and I s order and was just acting like an all-round bellend. If that s not the right job for you sir move on, no one s asking for you to put on a show, but be pleasant, it reflects very poorly on central social hall St. Albert and all of its wonderful staff that we have encountered over the years. We will still be back to central St. Albert to give it another chance (since the majority of staff) have been nothing short of excellent. However if we have another experience or two like that, we will have to look at other options.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great food, great atmosphere! Abby is an amazing server, along with the rest of the staff. It s great with smaller kids and for a grown up night out. The kids always ask to go back!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Had a large ceaser salad that was very small, disappointed!! Then when it came time to pay first tip option is 18%. When did this become normal

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

This is definitely one of my fave places for appy s and a drink in St. Albert. Love the atmosphere, food is always amazing, staff are pleasant! Would definitely recommend stopping in for a bite.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

We all enjoyed our meals/drinks, the server Mikhayla was excellent, good humour, personable and always checked to make sure we were doing okay. A wonderful evening!! Parking: Ample parking spots right out front. Easy location to drive to. Kid-friendliness: Kids menu offered and our server connected well with the younger family members.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Not Bad , food is ok

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Had a great lunch today, food was good, service was better! Absolutely will go back

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great food and great service! If you stay at Best Western down the street you get a discount on food and drinks. Staff was friendly and attentive

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I do not like the online menu because it appears to limit the selection. Paper menus were provided on request. I enjoyed my backyard burger, and they were accommodating to our requests to modify the dishes and provide extra condiments. My daughter had steak and potatoe bites, and the potatoes tasted a little freezer burnt. I didnt get to try the steak because she ate it all. Was a little loud for my liking, but we all enjoyed the experience

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

You guys needs to work on customer service

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

If you are looking for a fun safe dining experience with amazing eats, beverages & a group of people who will go above & beyond to make sure you leave smiling please check out Central Social Hall. Visited the St.Albert & Downtown locations multiple times & have never left disappointed!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great food and consistently amazing service. Really love the warm, fun vibe in this place!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

After some miscommunication regarding a skip the dishes order in which a bottle of wine and avocado in a dish was not included. I was helped more than adequately by the team at Central Social Hall. Jeremy, the manager on duty took care of me this evening by replacing the entire meal with a gift card as well as giving me a bottle of wine. I tried to reflect this with Skip the dishes that they did a great job. However, I was not able to change the review. Thus, I am leaving a review here on Google to say I appreciate and support this establishment and their buffalo chicken bowl is one of my favorite meals. Thank you!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Love this place!!! Everytime i come i order something different and its all great!! The service is always incredible. I cant say enough good things about this place. The manager jeremy is always looking after us.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Makela was an amazing waitress we went to celebrate our kids hockey win. She was attentive calm and the service was fantastic. Thank you to all the staff wonderful experience

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good food. Good service good atmosphere.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Loved the steak bites, and the bacon spin dip.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great food and excellent service. Clean and light and it was a great place to watch some hockey.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Very pleased with my Skip the Dish Order! Large portions and it was delicious! Dietary restrictions: Dairy & Gluten

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Went in for Sunday brunch with a friend. Our waitress was excellent, friendly and personable. Service could have been a little faster at times but it was quite busy so I understand the delay. I ordered the new brown butter sage gnocchi. It is served with bacon and kale. I found it very salty and lacking in flavour, other than salt. We shared an order of Belgian waffles for dessert and the kitchen was kind enough to split it in half on separate plates for us. It was also split on our bills which we agreed was a nice touch! The Belgian waffle came with a delightful strawberry rhubarb compote, whipped cream and syrup. It was delicious

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Music is a bit loud but service and food good. Staff attentive bit not annoying so

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great atmosphere, staff, food and plenty of draft choices. Best place to watch a hockey game in my opinion. Keep up the good work CSH.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Popped by for a quick bite. We shared the Irish burger, it was delicious! The service was super slow. It took a long time to place our order, the food came quickly. But we waited for an eternity to pay the bill, finally just put cash on the table and left.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

First time at CSH. Excellent evening, food, drinks, and service were all wonderful. Great wings and steak sandwich. Cheers.

December 23, 2023

Absolutely terrible customer service, with nothing but attitude from the host to the waitress to the manager. And the food is just awful. After the first terrible time of snobby attitude, I swore never to go back, and gave them one more try and the attitude was even worse. I ll never go back again. There s a reason the place is empty most nights and it starts with the awful staff there.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The cheese bread is sooo good! I already want more! Good atmosphere, good service, and a pretty nice menu selection. Well kept interior and plenty of seating. I wish they had more trivia on their tv, its nice to read!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I was pleasantly surprised at how good this was. I was taken here for a birthday breakfast and it was the absolute best. Service was terrific, we were not rushed, food was hot and the potatoes were the best Ive ever had and they treated me to a special on their dessert menu. I dont give five star reviews often but this place deserves five stars. I highly recommend you give it a try.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I like eating and drinking here. They have fantastic wings and make a great steak sandwich.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

This is a great spot to meet up with friends for drinks or to watch a game. The food is very good, especially the burgers.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I was hoping tacos would be on the menu for lunch but took a chance on their avocado toast Benny. This Benny doesnt have mayo like most bennies and I loved it. I also appreciate that they get their coffee from Roasti. My companion ordered the fried chicken Benny and was quite happy with his meal as well. Nice take on brunch and our server was great.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

We come here at least once a week. Food is always bang on. Staff are super friendly and attentive. Great neighbourhood joint.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great experience, The Brunch burger was fantastic.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Had a great experience here with our family. We were served by Taylor (I hope I spelled that right) and she was by and far one of the best waitresses we have ever met. The manager had also made a point to stop by the table at the start of the meal and apologize for a very small delay in getting a waitress which is also something I ve never experienced. The food was great and our picky children finished their meals without complaint. This is by and far the best service we have ever experienced at a restaurant. We will definitely be coming back here the next time we are in town!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Went here for lunch with 15 of my coworkers, and the service was amazing! Samantha was quick and efficient, all of our orders came out perfect with no mistakes. Everyone spoke very highly of the food, especially the chicken sandwich. Another server, Lily, was kind enough to treat us to some warm donuts after our meal. The manager, Taylor, was very kind and visited us at our table to bring us the donuts himself! It was my first time at this location and it was definitely one of the best restaurant experiences ive had. We will be back!

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

We ordered the Thai Noodle Salad Bowl with chicken $22 All I can say is it tasted like coleslaw with vermicelli noodles, didnt see any peanuts and like maybe half of a half of chicken breast Have had other food here before, before Covid and was happy, disappointed with this dish and am wondering if the other dishes suffer from the lack of quality The service was great and its and its comfortable place to eat

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Very good food and service! A bit pricey though, $3 extra to swap your fries for house salad :/

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

A friend introduced me to this place. I stop whenever I can, and Im never disappointed !

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Excellent chicken sandwich. Just a bit pricey

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Loved the beet and goat cheese salad, and salt and pepper wings! Amazing service from Lily! We ll be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I love have a beer here, and their gluten-free Ronnie burger is amazing. I have Celiac and cannot eat McDonalds. They make their version of a Big Mac and its jsut like I remember them when I was able to ear gluten.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Every time I come here something goes wrong when the food comes out lol 2 times we ve had our orders mixed up and this last time my food didn t even come out at all Luckily the manager made up for it but get it together.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Food is always good! Service is hit or miss it seems.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Got a discount because we were staying at the nearby hotel. Great food. The spicy margarita was meh. Dietary restrictions: Was good for gluten free and dairy free

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Really love being able to take my kid out with friends. Twice now I have been completely forgotten by my server. Drinks come, food comes, and then nothing. No offer of refills. No check ins. Both times I have had to stand for 10+ minutes trying to get my servers attention in order to pay. I dont know if it is that the restaurant is under staffed, or if there is another contributing factor. We keep trying though, because the drink specials are good and the layout and atmosphere is conducive to get together with groups.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Excellent location for a casual staff party of approx. 20 people. We booked the Trophy Room and it was perfect. Great food and fantastic service from Mikhayla. Would definitely do it again!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I went to central social hall in st Albert, and it was a great experience. The staff was awesome, so friendly. The bartender was great

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I was staying in town with my sister visiting with friends. Central social seemed to be the middle ground for all my friends. I was able to reserve a table through open table and get seated. Drinks were reasonably priced. Food was meh. General Manager was helpful. I came from and live in Vancouver. If you go to *any* Tap and Barrel in Vancouver, whether its on Lonsdale Quay, Granville Island, Olympic Village... you know youll get good consistent food, great happy hour specials, and a bit pricey drinks with a great view. Aside from the drinks, theres very little here. You should come to Vancouver and see what a Tap and Barrel offers. Definitely will never come back here again. :(

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great service and amazing patio!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I ve been to Central St. Albert tons of times & have always received amazing service & great food! Special thanks to Abigail and Jeremy for making the experience!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The host with the long black hair was perfect!!!! Very nice and good service! Kid-friendliness: Recommended dishes

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Best place in town! Bartenders are always so nice and the service is fabulous! Brent was the best.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I heard that this place was special from my friend Emma Landry, and she was right It was a great, we went there for our family birthday super and it was a great time! The staff was super friendly and the food was spectacular.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I have so much fun talking to the bartenders and just hanging out all the time

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

So awesome here!!!! Brent is great!!! Best bartender ever!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Service at the bar was amazing!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I was first introduced to Central Social (St. Albert) a few years ago when a company I was dealing with asked me to join them for lunch here. They made a point of telling me that this was their place of choice for entertaining clients. Since that day I have returned countless times, entertaining our own clients at lunch meetings, and as favorite place to go with friends and family. I am a bit of a foody and never have trouble finding things to satisfy my broad range of tastes. The menu changes, or at least some of the items change on a reasonable schedule so there is usually something new and interesting to try. Sadly, this on occasion means something I really took a liking to disappears but is invariably replaced with something awesome. The atmosphere for lunch, afternoon escapes and evening is wonderful, a surprising number of medium and large groups, both company gathering and personal gather there what seems like daily and they add a fun energy. The service right from the minute you walk in the door to when you leave has always been extremely friendly, sincere, and efficient. I have never had to wait either too long, feeling neglected or overwhelmed with attention. Keep up the great work SCH, I will be back in a day or two to relax on the patio or maybe, try that famous brunch I have heard so much about and have yet to take in. Parking: Right off St. Albert Trail, if it is a busy day and the lot is full there is plenty of free street parking right behind the building

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Awesome spot in St. Albert! Our server Abigail was fantastic, as well as the hosts, Simona and Alyssa. Would recommend to any friends or family for food and drinks!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I have always had nothing but a good experience when I come to central! All of the staff, from the hostess to the managers, always have great customer service and make the experience enjoyable. The food is always the amazing, particularly the honey crunch chickens sandwich, and the drinks are delicious. Would always recommend to anyone in the St. Albert area.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Kim and all the other servers are all so amazing at there job and so polite to make it the most enjoyable place to hang out in.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

My favorite pub in St. Albert. The bartenders and servers are the best in the business! They are friendly, helpful and courteous. I have always enjoyed my time at CSH and I will visit as much as I can. Highly recommended!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Best margaritas and chicken wings in the city!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I have always enjoyed the experience, and the staff have always been enthusiastic and accomodating. Food has always been great. The environment is great, and as we speak, Earth, Wind and Fire song is playing in the background!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Central St Albert has always been great to me and my coworkers ! I suggest this pub to all my family and friends !

★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Patio no unbrealla. When t inside waitress was awsome service was a1

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Had the chicken sandwich. It looked like it was pounded by Mike Tyson. Just flat and tasteless. Gravy was awful. $70 for lunch just isnt right.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Not many vegan options

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Excellent service and a great patio!!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The food here is some of the best weve had after eating in St.Albert for the past week. Also, when we mentioned being evacuees from the NWT we were given a complimetary dessert. So kind!

December 23, 2023

Food and service below average at best Never will return Food

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Decent food and drink selection, especially for St.Albert.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Our group was able to use the private room at Central Social Hall St Albert. This was a good choice as we were able to circulate and chat. The service was very good and we were glad to take advantage of Happy Hour!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

We had a delicious meal, once again, at the St Albert location. Courtney, our server, was fantastic! Just the right amount of attention, knowledgeable about all the dishes and drinks, and even a few of her own specials. Thank you! Steak and potato bites, brussels sprouts, and maple chicken wings were very tasty. All the staff were friendly and professional. Bathrooms were clean, and tables were cleared and cleaned promptly when folks were finished and left. We left wondering why we dont come here more often.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Ive been coming to Central for a little while now, always good food and good staff! Because of how amazing Courtney D was today, Im writing this review and will sit in her section next time we stop by.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Managers were accommodating of our specific NFL draft needs, all staff were friendly, the service, timing and quality were all met and Tasha was an amazing waitress. Nice spot & highly recommended for any occasion!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Best restaurant in Edmonton but thats just my opinion. I recommend going and check it out for yourself.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

My family came in on Sunday, and no waiting got seats right away. The waitress we had was excellent, and all our dishes were fresh and delicious. Ill be a return customer.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

We had fantastic service by the hostess and our bartender (male, had hair pulled back in a ponytail, not sure of his name), and our food was piping hot and amazing. It s nice to see such great attitudes and hard work! Keep it up!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good food. Good on tap beer selection

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

My sister had her wedding reception here, and it was amazing! The section on the far right was closed off for us. Overall the food was amazing! The roast beef was a little over cooked but the salad, dressings, perogies, mash and brussel sprouts were delicious. The service was fantastic. Thank you for making my sisters day so wonderful!

★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Not our cup of tea!! We like a quieter place!! It was very busy!! I m sure the food was awesome!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

First off, the food was good, a little on the expensive side. There were lots of interesting items on the menu, that would intrigue me to come back and try something new. The odd thing to me is that on a weekend, it had more of a college drunk party vibe. We went on a Friday night, not even late (8-10pm) and there were lots of rowdy people yelling, pushing, fighting around the bar. It was so loud, we couldnt hear each other talking, and at one point someone dropped their glass right beside our table and our feet got soaked. Not a good place to come for a relaxing dinner, at least on the weekend.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great service. Manager dropped off food himself after skipped mixed the order up

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Hi, We have been here numerous times between take out / dine in and each and every time your team stands out above the test Amazing food, amazing services Thank you for everything

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Ginger bowl and S&P wings were very good.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Best place in St. Albert!! Steve is a great manager with excellent customer service! Sam also a fabulous server. Great deals all the time and happy hour is the best In city!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Both Sam & Steve serve with the upmost respect and consideration possible. If you ever are in the area come see either of them for wonderful service!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Amazing establishment, Steve and Sam especially provided great service to our group, will visit again

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Best place in town! Can t go wrong with the service and amazing managment. Steve is a great making sure out party is always taken care of. As well the service staff is amazing.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Sam was a very professional waitress checking on us constantly, and overall providing great service. The manager Steve was also very welcoming and provided us with a great atmosphere.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Central Social Hall recently hosted our staff Christmas party. The staff at Central were the most accommodating and tailored the event to match our needs. I strongly recommend this venue for any social gathering.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

We have eaten here quite often and it is always a pleasure. Had a minor issue with my Burger and they immediately took care of it. The staff and manager were very professional. Love this place.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

This was our first visit to Central Social House, and we both agree it will not be our last. While it is a social house, one thing I loved was that while there is music and sports on, it is not overwhelming. It is easy to carry on a conversation. Our server Kaitlyn K was fantastic. She made great recommendations and made our first visit memorable. She was able to answer our questions and describe the menu choices well. The food, excellent. We had the steak sandwich and honey chicken sandwich. Both were better than expected. Especially the steak sandwich. It is a great twist on a classic. Lastly, the general manager stopped by our table. Had a brief conversation with us. Thanked us for giving them a try. As a completely unexpected bonus they offered us a complimentary dessert as it was our first time. You won t be disappointed and we will be back.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Burger and soup was good. Service has been consistently great. TVs with fun facts constantly updating can both entertaining and distracting

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Absolute best experience I have ever had with a restaurant! We booked our annual Christmas party in the private room and the waitstaff as well as the manager on shift was incredible! They always made sure our groups drinks were full, plates were cleared and we were happy. Such a lovely, friendly staff that care about their customers. Could not recommend our experience more and can t wait to come back. Thank each and every one of you! Vegetarian options: Thai noodle bowl. Dietary restrictions: Gluten free, vegetarian

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

We had brunch here today it was amazing. I had Croque Madam so good.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

We chose Central St Albert for our company Holiday party this year and it was a great time, I cant recommend this location enough. From the moment we arrived, and were greeted with a special cocktail, the team at Central St Albert treated our entire team like VIPs, and I cant say enough great things about Taylor, Jeremy, and everyone at Central St Albert. We will most certainly be back, in this age of mediocrity its refreshing to see great customer service alive and well. Thanks to everyone at Central St Albert!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Thanks for the good service.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The Cure is amazing! I was full for 2 days. The atmosphere is good but the noise is brutal. We sat at a table for 6 but couldnt really visit due to all the noise. They had a game on plus music at the same time. We couldnt wait to leave just so we could hear each other again.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

I had the Great Nate burger. It was a special custom made burger by the chef and it was ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL! Very fresh with a lovely flavor combination! By far one of the best burgers I have ever had in my entire life! Its a limited time item but it definitely needs to become a regular menu item

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Been to Central Social hall many times over the years, the food has always been delicous but just wanted to give a big shout out to Chef Nate for creating the Great Nate burger thats currently on their limited time menu. This burger deserves a permanent spot 100% I need more of it!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

The food was good Service was amazing Food

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Love this place! The service is always amazing, the food is incredible and the atmosphere is awesome! Our little kids love going there and we ove going in the evenings.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Staff is great. If you want to go there for a drink then i would highly recommend. If you plan on eating anything I would probably avoid. Food was a bit on the pricey end and was thoroughly unenjoyable. i had fish and chips and to be honest it was probably the worst fish and chips i have ever eaten at a restaurant. I get it, ordering fish and chips in Alberta might be dumb. But, if you dont know how to make crisp flaky fish and chips then dont put it on the menu. Fish was soggy and very battery and not worth 5 dollars let alone the 20 bucks i was charged. Anyways, beer was great, servers were great, atmosphere was great. Food was very not great. Parking: lots of parking

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

We went to the St.Albert location and did the Chefs table experience for 4 people. It was an absolutely amazing experience! Our server was Mikhayla and she was beyond exceptional. We had a blocked off section just for our group. When we arrived our table was already set and had a bottle of champagne waiting for us. We had 7 courses for our meal. They chose for us the spicy maple brussels, Berta sushi rolls, blistered shishito peppers, Perogies and sausage, Steak and potato bites and for desert the nutella mason jar cheescake. They also gave us the cocktail, Sage & Lavender Sizzle. All of the food was top quality and honestly I think my best dining experience. They had a great selection of cocktails and the ones we tried were phenomenal. The manager came to our table to introduce himself and came back a few times to see how we were enjoying it. The staff truly went above and beyond with every single thing to make sure we had the best time and enjoyed ourselves. We will 100% be returning in the future!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Absolutely outstanding service and food during our Chefs Table experience at Central. Can honestly say it was the best dining experience I have had in a very long time. Our server for the night, Mikhayla was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and treated us very well. Restaurant manager was exceedingly welcoming and made sure our experience was top notch. Food was excellent and I can honestly say I loved every dish and the signature cocktail. Thank you Central Social Hall Team!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

It was good. I need to go back a few more times to give a proper evaluation. First impressions were nothing crazy but we definitely enjoyed our time there. Menu and drinks were great. Staff stood around alot. Not something you want to see as an owner. Just a hint people, always look like you are busy...even if you are not.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Neat place! Great service stopped by on my way up North. Love the patio will be sitting there next time. I like how they had they have individual rooms for bathrooms provides maximum privacy. Though I m not a fan of touching the door handle afterwards that s just me tho Originally posted this on the wrong I m hoping the storefront didn t confuse anyone.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

The server Brittney is the only reason why I still like this place. Brittney has saved central. Go Brittney.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

The Manager and waitress were fantastic. Was on a blind date and they were very respectful and caring.