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Best
New
2.
Olia
Chef Daniel Costa has been busy this year with the
openings of Bar Henry, Va, Olia and Mimi. All four of
these spots are worth a visit, and all four make Edmonton’s
downtown dining scene that much better. But Olia
captures the spirit of what has long made us fans of
Costa’s Italian restaurants, and made it easier to say
goodbye to a beloved spot.
When Costa shared that Best Restaurants staple
Uccellino would close, he promised it would re-open
in a new location further down Jasper Avenue under a
new name with a refreshed menu. We luckily only had
to wait one month for its reincarnation, Olia. From the
day reservations became available, guests were eager to
secure coveted Friday or Saturday night spots — at the
time of writing, reservations are booking up seven weeks
out. It is well worth the wait to eat favourites like Whipped
Goat Ricotta — with large pools of flavourful olive oil
atop perfectly crunchy bread — and try new pasta dishes
like the Tagliatelle Verde. For a unique experience, order
the pasta flight to try a variety that isn’t available on the
regular menu. Consistently exceptional food, impeccable
service, and a buzzy, lively dining room make this spot a
must try. – BREANNA MROCZEK
12016 JASPER AVE.
780-244-5156
OLIA-RISTORANTE.CA
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