Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & Casino

4.4

640 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Charming

ITALIA: A Taste of Italy, serving up traditional and modern dishes. Join us for a culinary delight of pasta, flat breads and much more at River Cree Resort.

NEW- SUNDAYS WE BRUNCH, ITALIA STYLE!
Join us for Sunday brunch from 11 am - 4 pm. Featuring a delicious menu of Tiramisu French toast, Caprese Frittata, and Bennys; or indulge your cravings with our delicious risotto, hearty pasta, and seafood! Don’t forget brunch isn’t complete with our cocktail a refreshing Mimosa or Bellini!

Located on the main casino floor, we look forward to serving you!
Operating Hours: Wednesday 4 pm - 10 pm l Thursday and Friday 5 pm - 10 pm l Sundays 11 am - 10 pm

For any dining inquiries and group bookings, please contact us at 780-930-2636

Please note we are closed Monday and Tuesday - all messages will be answered during regular business hours.

****Family Friendly Dining ******

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Steak, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Phone number
(780) 930-2636
Website
https://www.rivercreeresort.com/italia/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
-
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion. and can accommodate larger groups! For all inquiries, please contact our Manager, Jade Beier at 780-930-2636. Please note our restaurant is closed Mon & Tues. Messages answered Wed - Sun during business hours.
Private party contact
Jade Beier: (780) 930-2636

Location
300 East Lapotac Blvd, Enoch, AB T7X 3Y3
Neighborhood
Edmonton
Cross street
215 Street and 79 Avenue, River Cree Resort and Casino
Parking details
Free parking in our main entrance lot, North entrance parking or the River Cree Hotel entrance.* Valet is now OPEN at our main casino entrance.
Public transit
NO
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Flatbread Thursday's at ITALIA
Multiple dates available
Join us for our NEW dining promotion - $8 Flatbread Thursday from 5-pm- close in Italia Restaurant!! Try one of our delicious 6 new flavours! Add extra toppings for just $3 more (per topping) Four Formaggi Tropicale Palermo Tuscan Margherita Dolce Piccante
Christmas Day Dinner - December 25, 2024
Dec 25, 2024 only
Celebrate Christmas at Italia Restaurant with a special menu December 25, from 5 pm - close. We feature a hearty Seafood Bisque (Lobster tail, salmon & cod) , herb-roasted Christmas turkey with all the fixings,, and a pan seared Ling Cod. This evening would not be complete with decadent dessert items, Butterscotch Budino (italian custard, dark rum and hazelnut praline) and our Warm bread and butter pudding ( Served with caramel and sea salt ice cream) Join us for this exclusive dining experience, family friendly. Reservations recommended.
New Years Eve Dinner - December 31, 2024
Multiple dates available
Are your ready for New Years EVE!! Join us at ITALIA Restaurant for our delicious NYE dinner! Enjoy starters of Seafood Bisque, Saffron Lobster Arancini and mains; Braised Lamb Shank, Black Cod, Braised Chicken Cacciatore, decadent tiramisu, Butterscotch Budino and more! Family friendly dining. Reservations recommended.

Popular dishes

Wild Mushroom BisqueCA$10.50
Roasted garlic, cream, thyme, crostini
Caesar SaladCA$16.50
Romaine lettuce, parmesan, croutons, house-made garlic dressing
Roasted Tomato & Basil SoupCA$10.50
Extra virgin olive oil, charred red peppers
Apple & Fig SaladCA$15.50
Candied walnuts, tuscan mixed greens, pickled shallots, goat cheese, sherry vinaigrette

Shareables

Chef's MeatballsCA$16.50
Alberta beef, chorizo sausage, mozzarella, grilled garlic bread, san marzano tomato sauce
CalamariCA$19.50
Crispy fried onions, garlic, cucumber mint tzatziki
Garlic PrawnsCA$18.50
Pan-fried prawns, garlic, fresh tomatoes, Italian salsa verde, garlic bread
Scallop & Green Pea RisottoCA$22.50
Bacon lardons, oven dried tomatoes
Roasted Tomatoes & Whipped FetaCA$17.50
Chef's toasted bread, extra virgin olive oil
Seafood PlatterCA$79.50
Prawns, marinated mussels, manila clams, lobster tail, crab leg, seared ahi tuna, salmon sashimi, house made cocktail sauce, grilled lemon, ponzu
Bruschetta FlatbreadCA$19.50
Tomatoes, basil, red onions, lemon, olive oil, parmesan, pesto
Beef CarpaccioCA$16.50
Pickled vegetables, sherry vinaigrette, shaved pecorino, pesto, celery hearts, grilled crostinii
Prawn & Butternut Squash RavioliCA$17.50
Beurre blanc, pistachio crumble, salsa verde, parmesan
Bufala Mozzarella AranciniCA$15.50
Cheese stuffed risotto sundried tomato & spinach, italia's bolognese
Seafood TowerCA$99.50
Prawns, marinated mussels, manila clams, lobster tail, crab legs, seared ahi tuna, salmon sashimi, house made cocktail sauce, grilled lemon, ponzu

Pastas

Ask your server about our gluten-free pasta. Add on ($8.50): celeriac & olive oil mashed potatoes, sautéed mushrooms, chicken, shrimp, chef's vegetables, linguini, red or white sauce, green salad

Seafood LinguiniCA$32.50
Shrimp, salmon, cod, clams, mussels, lemon cream
Chicken AlfredoCA$25.50
Fettucine, crispy pancetta, basil, parmesan, nutmeg cream
Beef LasagnaCA$26.50
House made pastas, parmesan, mozzarella, wild oregano, san marzano tomato sauce, béchamel
Penne ArrabiateCA$26.50
Chef's meatballs, garlic, rosemary, chili, parmesan, tomato sauce
Wild Mushroom RavioliCA$27.50
Roasted cherry tomatoes, garlic cream sauce, goat cheese
Prawn PappardelleCA$34.50
Spinach, roasted red peppers, onions, toasted cumin & fennel spiced tomato sauce
Chef's Spaghetti BologneseCA$24.50
Italia's bolognese, oven roasted tomatoes, fresh grated parmesan
Tuscan GnocchiCA$26.50
Olives, goat cheese, sun blushed tomatoes, arugula, pearl onion ragoût

Entrées

Add on ($8.50): celeriac & olive oil mashed potatoes, sautéed mushrooms, chicken, shrimp, chef's vegetables, linguini, red or white sauce, green salad

16 oz RibeyeCA$62.50
Oven roasted, roasted garlic sauce, red wine demi, arugula, chef's potatoes & vegetables
Marsala Pork PicattaCA$32.50
Lemon butter linguini, green peas, sundried tomatoes, flat leaf parsley marsala cream jus
Chicken ParmigianoCA$30.50
Italian ham, parmesan, mozzarella, fettucine alfredo
Scallops & PrawnsCA$35.50
Olive oil & celeriac pomme purée, roasted zucchini & asparagus, pan sauce
7 oz Filet MignonCA$58.50
Cast iron seared, bacon wrapped filet mignon, bordelaise sauce, herb garlic butter, chef's potatoes & vegetables
Grilled SalmonCA$38.50
Risotto alla milanese, green beans, chive crème, crispy shallots, tomato citrus salsa
Truffle ChickenCA$32.50
Wild mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, asparagus, seared leeks, gnocchi, truffle cream sauce
New York StriploinCA$48.50
Extra virgin olive oil, rosemary, flaked sea salt, celeriac olive oil mashed potatoes, vegetables, split jus
- 12 ozCA$48.50

What 640 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Italia Restaurant at River Cree Resort & Casino offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "great service." The ambiance is upscale yet relaxed, with attentive staff enhancing the experience. Highlights include the delicious pasta and seafood dishes, making it a "hidden gem" for both special occasions and casual visits.

640 Reviews

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patricia
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a first time for me as i wouldnt normally go to a casino. Won tickets on 99.3 fm. It was a do over anytime.
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Kevin
Edmonton
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food, the service were great. The portions are very big and everything is reasonably priced.
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Ross
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, friendly staff and fast service. An excellent experience.
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Debbie
Calgary
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food!! it was very quiet, you would never know you were in a casino
Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & CasinoResponded on November 27, 2024
Hello Debbie, Thank you for the review. We hope to see you back again soon Italia
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Terry
VIP
Edmonton
52 reviews
5.0
52 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another wonderful meal and service at Italia. Jammy provided friendly professional service with great recommendation of Indigenous wine. Enjoyed calamari to share along with amazing ribeye and lasagna. Thank you for seating by fireplace. Great meal with good fun afterwards. See you soon!!
Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & CasinoResponded on November 27, 2024
Hello Terry, Thank you for the wonderful review! We hope to see you again soon. Italia
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Chanel
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went here with my fiancée for our anniversary. It is a beautiful restaurant and the food was delicious!!
Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & CasinoResponded on November 27, 2024
Hello Chanel, Thank you for the wonderful 5-star review. We hope to see you back again soon. Italia
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Sharon
Edmonton
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great value for quality and experience embedded in a Casino. The food was excellent, with just the right portions, and the presentation was very nice. The service was attentive and engaging. Kudos to the staff and the Kitchen
Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & CasinoResponded on November 18, 2024
Hello Sharon, Thank you for the wonderful review. We hope to see you back again soon!! Italia
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Michelle
Las Vegas
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a very enjoyable dinner. Easy banter with our server. Food was excellent
Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & CasinoResponded on November 18, 2024
Hello Michelle, Thank you for the wonderful review. We hope to see you visit us again real soon!! Italia
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Noreen
Edmonton
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic meal and service as always. Had the seafood platter and the filet mignon. Delicious and steak cooked to perfection.
Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & CasinoResponded on November 18, 2024
Hello Noreen, Thank you for the wonderful 5-star review. We appreciate your feedback, and we hope to see you visit us again real soon!! Regards, Italia
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Ash
Edmonton
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We tried the special Sunday brunch ($6.55 each) which was very satisfying and worth the price. Service and ambience was great. We will go back to try other items very soon!
Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & CasinoResponded on November 4, 2024
Hello Ash, Thank you for the wonderful review. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future. Italia
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FAQs

Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & Casino offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (780) 930-2636.

Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & Casino is rated 4.4 stars by 640 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & Casino

300 East Lapotac Blvd, Enoch, AB T7X 3Y3

Additional information

Cross street
215 Street and 79 Avenue, River Cree Resort and Casino
Neighborhood
Edmonton
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Steak, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Free parking in our main entrance lot, North entrance parking or the River Cree Hotel entrance.* Valet is now OPEN at our main casino entrance.
Public transit
NO
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
-
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.rivercreeresort.com/italia/
Phone number
(780) 930-2636
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion. and can accommodate larger groups! For all inquiries, please contact our Manager, Jade Beier at 780-930-2636. Please note our restaurant is closed Mon & Tues. Messages answered Wed - Sun during business hours.
Private party contact
Jade Beier: (780) 930-2636

Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & Casino

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Flatbread Thursday's at ITALIA

Christmas Day Dinner - December 25, 2024

New Years Eve Dinner - December 31, 2024

Calamari

PENNE ALFREDO

Tuscan Gnocchi

Soup & Salads

Wild Mushroom BisqueCA$10.50

Caesar SaladCA$16.50

Roasted Tomato & Basil SoupCA$10.50

Apple & Fig SaladCA$15.50

Shareables

Chef's MeatballsCA$16.50

CalamariCA$19.50

Garlic PrawnsCA$18.50

Scallop & Green Pea RisottoCA$22.50

Roasted Tomatoes & Whipped FetaCA$17.50

Seafood PlatterCA$79.50

Bruschetta FlatbreadCA$19.50

Beef CarpaccioCA$16.50

Prawn & Butternut Squash RavioliCA$17.50

Bufala Mozzarella AranciniCA$15.50

Seafood TowerCA$99.50

Pastas

Seafood LinguiniCA$32.50

Chicken AlfredoCA$25.50

Beef LasagnaCA$26.50

Penne ArrabiateCA$26.50

Wild Mushroom RavioliCA$27.50

Prawn PappardelleCA$34.50

Chef's Spaghetti BologneseCA$24.50

Tuscan GnocchiCA$26.50

Entrées

16 oz RibeyeCA$62.50

Marsala Pork PicattaCA$32.50

Chicken ParmigianoCA$30.50

Scallops & PrawnsCA$35.50

7 oz Filet MignonCA$58.50

Grilled SalmonCA$38.50

Truffle ChickenCA$32.50

New York StriploinCA$48.50

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