Red Deer Digest » Central Alberta Restaurant http://reddeerdigest.com Red Deer Information, Red Deer News & Red Deer Events Fri, 21 Nov 2008 01:57:30 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 en hourly 1 Revisiting the Ranchhouse Restaurant | Red Deer Dining http://reddeerdigest.com/2008/06/05/revisiting-the-ranchhouse-restaurant-red-deer-dining/ http://reddeerdigest.com/2008/06/05/revisiting-the-ranchhouse-restaurant-red-deer-dining/#comments Thu, 05 Jun 2008 18:25:55 +0000 Tim Ebl http://reddeerdigest.com/2008/06/05/revisiting-the-ranchhouse-restaurant-red-deer-dining/ After reading Ernie’s review of the Ranch House Restaurant and Bar (see “A Fine Fishwich at the Ranch House Restaurant“), I decided to go and visit this eatery myself. It is located in the North end of Red Deer, on the East side of Gaetz Avenue and is clearly visible from the road.

We chose to go there for lunch on a Tuesday afternoon, which of course meant there weren’t many customers. The lounge side looked inviting, with, you guessed it, a modern western motif. A fireplace and several bison sculptures were offset by perfectly matched neutral colours. At least, that’s how my wife described it for me. The picture speaks for itself.

Our server was prompt and friendly. My Blue Beaver Beer and my wife’s ice water with lemon wedge arrived quickly. A brief look through the menu showed interesting items such as Saddlebags, or potato skins. There were several delicious sounding possibilities for appetizers and salads.

Ranch House Restaurant in Red DeerNicole order the Wrap of the Day, with a Caesar salad. I chose the Prime Rib Burger, with mashed potatoes and gravy. We enjoyed the atmosphere as we waited.

After a short while, the food was brought out to us. I was very happy with the burger, and the garlic mashed potatoes were very good. Nicole enjoyed her wrap, which turned out to be chicken salad.

Our server returned to the table frequently to check up on us. Overall we were very impressed with our visit to the Ranch House Restaurant and Bar.

My rating: Food – 3.5 out of 5

Service – 4 out of 5

Atmosphere – 4 out of 5

Overall Experience – 3.75 out of 5

The Ranch House Restaurant and Bar

7159 Gaetz Avenue N., Red Deer

(403)358-4100

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]]> http://reddeerdigest.com/2008/06/05/revisiting-the-ranchhouse-restaurant-red-deer-dining/feed/ 0 The Donut Mill, Gasoline Alley, Red Deer http://reddeerdigest.com/2008/03/08/the-donut-mill-gasoline-alley-red-deer/ http://reddeerdigest.com/2008/03/08/the-donut-mill-gasoline-alley-red-deer/#comments Sat, 08 Mar 2008 16:03:46 +0000 Tim Ebl http://reddeerdigest.com/2008/03/08/the-donut-mill-gasoline-alley-red-deer/ The Donut Mill is a good place to stop for a coffee or a sandwich if you are traveling past Red Deer on the QE2 Highway. It is located south of Red Deer on Gasoline Alley, just past Glenn’s Family Restaurant. Keep your eyes open for a windmill structure and you can’t miss it.

According to the sign inside the front door, 90% of their food is made fresh on site daily. There are free coffee refills for stay in customers. On hand are fresh donuts, muffins and pastries. They also offer salads, sandwiches, subs, soups, stew and chili. There is enough friendly staff on hand to take care of a rush of customers. Like other donut/ coffee shops, this eatery is set up cafeteria style, so a waitress won’t be coming around to your table. They do have a drive through for those in a rush.

Stop by the Donut Mill next time you are looking for a coffee and a pastry. It is less hectic than the famous coffee chain down the road, and a good spot to read the paper while you enjoy your java. Pick up a coffee card to buy 9 coffees and get the tenth one free. And don’t forget the free refills!

Red Deer Digest Rating:

Food – 3.5 out of 5

Service – 3.5 out of 5

Atmosphere – 3.5 out of 5

Overall Experience – 3.5 out of 5

The Donut Mill

37420 HWY 2

Red Deer County, Alberta

T4E 1B2

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]]> http://reddeerdigest.com/2008/03/08/the-donut-mill-gasoline-alley-red-deer/feed/ 2 Glenn’s Family Restaurant, Gasoline Alley, Red Deer http://reddeerdigest.com/2008/02/17/glenns-family-restaurant-gasoline-alley-red-deer/ http://reddeerdigest.com/2008/02/17/glenns-family-restaurant-gasoline-alley-red-deer/#comments Sun, 17 Feb 2008 16:10:48 +0000 Tim Ebl http://reddeerdigest.com/2008/02/17/glenns-family-restaurant-gasoline-alley-red-deer/ Glenn’s Family Restaurant is located on the west side of Gasoline Alley, south of Red Deer on the QE 2 highway. You can easily spot it by looking for the giant teapot shaped sign.
Inside the entrance, you will find loose tea in over 150 varieties. You can pick tea up by the tin, bag or spoonful. There are tea pots and other tea related items here too. From the ever popular Earl Gray to the African Roiboos tea, to green tea, you can find it here in small or large amounts. My favorite is the Cherry Rose Roiboos.

The restaurant itself is always clean, well lit and cozy. The service is reliable, efficient and friendly at Glenn’s Family restaurant. A host or hostess will seat you soon after arriving at a comfy booth or table.
Breakfast is available all day. There are daily specials and a soup of the day, along with the regular items. I can honestly say I have never been disappointed with the food at Glenn’s. If you are traveling through Red Deer, or shopping at Costco and other Gasoline Alley stores, remember that fast food isn’t your only meal option. Stop for a real meal at Glenn’s Family Restaurant.

37424 Highway 2 South
Red Deer County AB T4E 1B2
Phone: (403) 346-5448

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