Business Details
13 Years
experience
Experience Wood-Fired Excellence in Edmonton
Woodwork Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Edmonton's culinary scene since 2013, celebrated for its innovative fusion of wood-fired cooking and curated spirits. Our kitchen revolves around a custom Grillworks wood-fired grill, while our bar showcases one of Alberta's most extensive collections of award-winning cocktails and wines. Located in the historic McLeod Building in downtown Edmonton, we combine decades of culinary expertise with a passion for quality ingredients.Our team prioritizes sustainable practices and locally sourced ingredients, ensuring every dish reflects our commitment to excellence. With a reputation for exceptional service and a warm, inviting atmosphere, we strive to create memorable dining experiences that balance tradition with modern creativity.
Services
Wood-Fired Grill
Bar Services
Happy Hour
Lunch Menu
Dinner Menu
Private Events
Wine Pairing
Catering
Spirit Tastings
Seasonal Menus
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer a custom Grillworks wood-fired grill for authentic cooking techniques
- Our bar features Alberta's most extensive spirit collection
- Edmonton institution since 2013 with proven culinary expertise
- We donate $3 from every Brussels Sprouts order to Edmonton Food Bank
- We combine 21-day dry-aged beef with innovative cocktail pairings
Services
Wood-Fired Grill
Our custom Grillworks wood-fired grill creates distinctive flavors through natural hardwood combustion. This method caramelizes proteins while preserving moisture, producing tender textures and smoky aromas. Chefs utilize precise temperature zones for searing meats, charring vegetables, or slow-roasting whole animals. The grill's radiant heat enhances natural sugars in ingredients, creating complex flavor profiles unmatched by conventional cooking methods.
Bar Services
Our bar features an extensive spirits collection with over 200 premium labels. Expert mixologists craft both classic and innovative cocktails using house-made syrups, fresh citrus, and barrel-aged techniques. The program emphasizes seasonal ingredients and local producers while maintaining a balance between approachable favorites and adventurous creations for discerning palates.
Happy Hour
Daily happy hour offers discounted small plates and signature cocktails between 2-5 PM. The menu features wood-fired snacks like smoked olives and hickory fries alongside curated wine pours and beer selections. This promotion targets downtown professionals seeking quality post-work dining at accessible price points while maintaining culinary excellence.
Wine Program
Our wine list spans 150+ bottles with global representation across major regions. Sommeliers curate vintages emphasizing organic and biodynamic production methods. The program includes rare finds from Burgundy, Rhne, and local Canadian producers, with pairing options specifically designed to complement wood-fired cooking techniques and bold flavor profiles.
Seasonal Menus
Menus change quarterly to reflect Alberta's agricultural calendar. Dishes incorporate foraged ingredients, heritage grains, and locally raised proteins. The kitchen maintains relationships with regional farmers to ensure ingredient traceability while adapting traditional recipes to showcase peak-season produce through wood-fire preparation methods.
Questions
What makes Woodwork Restaurant's cooking method unique?
We use a custom Grillworks wood-fired grill that imparts distinctive smoky flavors through natural hardwood combustion, creating caramelized textures and complex flavor profiles.
Do you offer vegetarian options?
Yes, our menu includes wood-fired vegetable dishes like Brussels Sprouts Elote and seasonal quiches that showcase our grill's versatility beyond meats.
What are your signature cocktails?
Our award-winning mixologists create both classic and innovative cocktails using house-made syrups, fresh citrus, and barrel-aged techniques with over 200 premium spirit labels.
Are reservations available?
Yes, reservations can be made through our website for lunch, dinner, or private events in our historic McLeod Building location.
Do you support local charities?
We donate $3 from every Brussels Sprouts Elote order to the Edmonton Food Bank as part of our ongoing community commitment.
What wine pairings work best with grilled dishes?
Our sommeliers recommend bold reds like Syrah or Cabernet Sauvignon for grilled meats, and crisp whites like Sauvignon Blanc for seafood and vegetable dishes.
Reviews (7)
Aziza Jaffer
Feb 01, 2022
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Woodwork is a must go to if your downtown, from the moment you walk in. Instantly you are introduced by wonderful warm ambiance and charm - from the decor and to the dim lighting. Its a cocktail lovers dream and well thought out menu. Staff were welcoming and fully informed and expect to watch them work magic behind the wood - with open kitchen concept. I came for oysters and cocktails with a friend and Ill definitely coming back again.
Dan C.
Nov 10, 2021
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I will not lie, this place is as solid as solid gets. Incredible takes on food. I would come here often, if it was evenly remotely close!! Eat here, don't be dumb.
Bilal Ahmed
Oct 16, 2021
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We went to try the new drinks (The fertile Cresent, middle eastern inspired). As someone who makes a drinks Turkish coffee often I loved the idea, the execution though was unfortunately missed. The place looks amazing as usual, great music, perfect lighting, and the old fashioned was good. The service is usually okay at best, good at checking up on you and getting you seated but it lacks that connection that makes yoi want to come back, or specifically request someone. The fact they just put the cheese plate down and walked away (there are 4 different types of cheese, what kinds of cheese are
John Andrus
Aug 11, 2021
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Woodwork is an excellent place to eat. The smell of the wood fire and the design of the restaurant make this place a unique visit and the food will have you coming back to try more. Good for a first date or to try an interesting cocktail, or three!
Patrick H.
Jun 28, 2021
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I have enjoyed this location in the past, and understand that covid adaptations play a role in the dynamics of all restaurants. A few months ago when in dining was allowed back for a time, my wife and I dressed up and made a reservation at Woodwork as she had never been there and I spoke highly of it. We made the reservation confirmed on line, with text reminders of our upcoming date. We arrived after paying for parking at the library, and found a dark restaurant. A notice was on front saying pick up only with a phone number. We called the number to only receive an answering service of a disjointed
O'Neil
Jun 27, 2021
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Such great staff. Tasty cocktails and tapas. Love going here whenever I attend the theater. I finally returned here to enjoy indoor dinning with a couple of friends. Truly a delight. Staff is still amazing and asked the bartender to make us a couple cocktails that were not on the list and he totally rocked and the parameters we had set and served some very tasty drinks. Food was tasty and totally enjoyed the experience.
Nellie Weiser
Mar 19, 2021
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Can't say enough positive about our experience, absolutely fantastic and quick service, very knowledgeable and friendly staff, great food and amazing drinks. We asked for suggestions on a drink and Steve the bartender gave us something he created which turned out super good. Highly recommend checking them out.
