Ресторан · Edmonton · ⭐ 9.3/10 · 1734 reviews · $$ · updated: 2026-06-30 18:48:21
Address: 18210 100 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5S 2V2, Canada
Homefire Grill: Everything Tastes Better Over Open Flame
The name is the menu: at Homefire Grill, deep in Edmonton’s west end, food meets actual fire — rotisserie spits turning, a fire-roasted oven glowing, an open kitchen letting you watch the whole primal spectacle. It’s the rare neighbourhood restaurant with a genuine point of view, and the point of view is smoke.
The Story
Established in 2005 by the Alberta Indian Investment Corporation, Homefire Grill was a pioneer twice over: a serious restaurant for the west end, and one of the first rooms in the city to put Indigenous-driven cooking at the centre of the table. The kitchen honours the tradition properly — bison used nose to tail, bannock made in-house, saskatoon berries doing the work lesser kitchens assign to ketchup.
What to Order
Fire-first classics: the bison burger with saskatoon relish is the signature handshake, the Carnivore pizza — pepperoni and ground elk from the fire-roasted oven — is the flex, and the bison stew and elk soup are cold-night medicine. Rotisserie plates anchor bigger appetites, and the bannock deserves its own moment.
The Space
Warm and lodge-like without the taxidermy clichés: a fireplace that earns its keep most of the year, an open kitchen with flames in view, and enough room between tables to make conversation possible. West-enders treat it as their default gathering spot, which is exactly what it was built to be.
Who It’s For
Grill devotees, curious eaters chasing flavours no chain can offer, west-end families, and anyone who believes dinner should occasionally smell like a campfire.
Good to Know
What makes the menu unique? Indigenous-inspired dishes — bison, elk, bannock, saskatoon — cooked over open flame.
Is it family-friendly? Very — the room handles kids, grandparents and everyone between.
What’s the must-order? The bison burger with saskatoon relish, with the elk-topped Carnivore pizza close behind.
Do I need a reservation? Weekend dinners fill; booking ahead is wise.
Is there a bar side? Yes — a comfortable lounge pairs the fire-kissed menu with a proper drink list.
Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00–21:00 |
| Tuesday | 11:00–21:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00–21:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00–21:00 |
| Friday | 11:00–22:00 |
| Saturday | 11:00–22:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00–21:00 |
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Visitor reviews
Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 18:48:21
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A wonderful dining experience. The staff are incredibly friendly and professional. Definitely try their elk poutine and the bison burger, they taste wonderful, and the plating looks fantastic. We missed the elk burger, t…
I've been to this restaurant 4 times now, and everything I've tried was very tasty, and the portions are fairly big! The service here is friendly and efficient. The prices are moderate.
Perfect meal all of the way around. The place is warm and cozy, and the food is delicious. The bannock came with this butter that my wife kept eating after the bannock was all gone…
We had bannock, wings, elk poutine,…
From the moment we booked a table to the end of dinner, we had an exceptional experience! The fireside atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The menu was nicely composed with interesting and varied options, and our dishes w…
Walking into Homefire, we felt a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. We were greeted right away by our server, and at 3:40pm we were brought an early dinner. We were served right away, our server was a very friendly young…