3 highly anticipated restaurant openings to look forward to in Edmonton in 2025

If we know one thing about Edmontontians, itās that they love a new restaurant — or several. While the past year saw a huge influx of international chains and local eateries, 2025 is expected to be even bigger!
Some exciting new concepts are on the horizon for YEG, with very recognizable names poised to open their doors over the coming year. If youāre already looking to plan out some foodie adventures for 2025, here are some of the highly anticipated restaurant openings in Edmonton.
Daveās Hot Chicken
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Hugely popular LA-founded Daveās Hot Chicken is finally set to make its way to Alberta in 2025. The spot is known for its signature hot chicken tenders and sliders, which can be customized to your preferred spice level from zero to āReaper.ā
The international chicken chain, which currently operates several outposts in Ontario, is set to open its first Alberta outpost in Edmonton early in 2025, so stay tuned!
ThƩ Moon
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Popular Calgary bubble tea spot ThƩ Moon is finally making its way to Edmonton, where it will be opening its flagship location at 3559 Gateway Boulevard.
Thé Moon (which is pronounced T Moon) is known for its bubble tea, coffee, milk tea, soft serve, and so much more.
Old Yale Brewing
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The city of Beaumont, just a short trip from Edmonton, is set to be the home of a huge new camp-themed brewery.
Chilliwack-based brewery Old Yale Brewing will be opening its third location in Alberta in spring 2025. The 11,000-square-foot two-storey space will house over 400 seats, complete with a whopping three patios.
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