A great date night spot, we shared several delicious and innovative dishes, deftly recommended by our server. Cocktails are many and varied, and the wine list exceeds the typical offerings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brussels Sprouts, Shrooms
McKenna Rae
Everything about Tryst gets the 5-star dining experience from me. The food is beyond expectations, the craft cocktails are unique and always delicious, the service above and beyond, and the atmosphere is cozy and quaint. The restaurant also made fantastic gluten free accommodations for one of the celiac people in my dining party.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tymmarah
The food was great. Definitely room for a LOT of improvement with the service. It's so much nicer when the server checks in to see how you're doing and if you need anything. We sat with empty plates for longer than we should have. We ran out of bread on the charcuterie board, and although it was delicious the amount of food on it was barely enough for two people - plus we ordered the smoked olives and brussels sprouts (both were excellent). We'll come again and I would love to give this place 5 stars because it has the potential for it.
Neil Pandya
If you follow my reviews, you know that we do late seatings for dinner. I wanted to surprise my wife for our anniversary because this was on her list of new restaurants to try. We had a 745 reservation and didn't get our cocktails til past 830, leaving me irked. Hence, we started out on a low note. But after that, the place slowed down and we had a blast, and I forgot all about the initial delay. I have to shout out Erika, because she made our night special. Just by being there and talking to us. I didn't mind that our food got cold for 40 minutes (our fault) because the conversation was delightful; it was our fault that she was that charming and engaging. Obviously, not everyone will have this chance, so I must say that the food and cocktails were excellent as well. And their wine list is very good (we have many of the same bottles in our cellar). I don't leave the city for much, but Tryst (and Chartier), are worth the drive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brussels Sprouts
Janet West
We had a private function here and it was 5 star! The food was so flavourful - absolutely delicious! Great service! We will be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daken
Food was fantastic. Lovely idea for dates or to catch up.Little share items/tapas. We had a great time. Recommend the KFC and the Gnocchi! Bussels were delicious, perfectly cooked with a tinge of bacon in every bite.The old fashion and cranberry orange martini were fantastic and delicious. The ginger pear is more suited for sweet tastes, just the right amount of sour mixed in. The New york sour appears very sophisticated with a very deep, mellow taste - great to telieve an edge after business hours. Cheers to the bar tender!Erika was sociable and fantastic. She went beyond her job of a waitress. She talked to us like friends who haven't met for a while. She took great care of us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Erickson
We recently celebrated our anniversary at Tryst. What a charming spot in downtown St. Albert. Our food was outstanding. The warm squash salad and the prosecco battered fish and chips were fantastic. For "small plates", I thought the portions were quite generous and felt that it was great value for price.Looking forward to our next visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Elvie De Benedetto
Went for Valentine's. Excellent experience. Great food. Welcoming Staff - shout out to Ethan. If you haven't been here - you should go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brooke Allain
Husband and I recently went out for a five course valentines dinner here. The food was absolutely incredible and we especially enjoyed the duck croquette amuse bouche & the beef ravioli. The attention to detail regarding plating and flavour is apparent. Highly recommend taking advantage of any upcoming prix fixe menus to try multiple delicious items!Our only complaint was that the chairs are a little loud and awkward, but other than that the atmosphere is very cozy and intimate!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rivercityguy
Went for Valentine's Day dinner. Showed up about 10 minutes early, table was just being cleaned & was seated right away. Downtown St.Albert lights in the trees gave a good energy to the evening. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars for value is some wine bottle prices seemed like a stretch compared to others. The list is pretty good they have their bases covered, but hey you gotta pay to play. If you don't like it don't drink. Ordered about half dozen plates, all were fantastic. They staggered bringing some at a time which is good when table space can get to be a premium. It's a smaller venue so as much as it isn't loud as it's a good volume that you can have a private conversation for the proximity to other tables. The waitress was great throughout the service. Didn't feel nagged or abandoned. Will definitely be back. Thanks guys.
I love this place. The food is always amazing, service is great and the atmosphere is calm. My favs are always the bread and butter, the beet flat bread and the gnocchi. But tried the ravioli this time too. So good!
the restaurant is nice , people are very friendly , we went on valentine's day and set menu wasn't great . the food is so simple and time to have all food be served around 3 hours . sometimes we don't mind to pay but the quality needs to be ok !
NJH
First time being to Tryst with my wife. The restaurant had beautiful decor and the staff were awesome. Ethan was our server and was 10/10. Excellent with small talk, explaining plates and some jokes. The food was outstanding. I didn't think bread and butter could taste so good. We had the coppa flatbread, arrancini, Brussels sprouts, shrimp Bao and well as the bread. We hit happy hour which we did not know about and we saved probably 20 dollars on the food we wanted to try anyhow. Drinks fantastic, wine selection, amazing. Will be back. You can tell the restaurant and the menu was created with passion, heart, and soul.
meant to be sharing plates but only 3 items on plate in most dishes we ordered - should either be 2 or 4 IMO. Some plates definitely not plated to be shared at all. Charcuterie board grossly overpriced for the size and selection of items on board. Food and service was mediocre at best. Drinks were very good. Unfortunately will not return.
KimS
I've heard wonderful things about Tryst for years but this was my first visit. It certainly won't be my last! My foodie friend and I had a wonderful evening; the food was superlative and lived up to everything I've heard. The service was attentive but not obtrusive and the cocktails were outstanding; the interior is muted and spacious with a comfortable spacing between tables, And it was lovely to have a conversation that didn't compete with the noise level! All in all a fantastic dining experience that I'd recommend to anyone.
A great date night spot, we shared several delicious and innovative dishes, deftly recommended by our server. Cocktails are many and varied, and the wine list exceeds the typical offerings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brussels Sprouts, Shrooms
Everything about Tryst gets the 5-star dining experience from me. The food is beyond expectations, the craft cocktails are unique and always delicious, the service above and beyond, and the atmosphere is cozy and quaint. The restaurant also made fantastic gluten free accommodations for one of the celiac people in my dining party.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was great. Definitely room for a LOT of improvement with the service. It's so much nicer when the server checks in to see how you're doing and if you need anything. We sat with empty plates for longer than we should have. We ran out of bread on the charcuterie board, and although it was delicious the amount of food on it was barely enough for two people - plus we ordered the smoked olives and brussels sprouts (both were excellent). We'll come again and I would love to give this place 5 stars because it has the potential for it.
If you follow my reviews, you know that we do late seatings for dinner. I wanted to surprise my wife for our anniversary because this was on her list of new restaurants to try. We had a 745 reservation and didn't get our cocktails til past 830, leaving me irked. Hence, we started out on a low note. But after that, the place slowed down and we had a blast, and I forgot all about the initial delay. I have to shout out Erika, because she made our night special. Just by being there and talking to us. I didn't mind that our food got cold for 40 minutes (our fault) because the conversation was delightful; it was our fault that she was that charming and engaging. Obviously, not everyone will have this chance, so I must say that the food and cocktails were excellent as well. And their wine list is very good (we have many of the same bottles in our cellar). I don't leave the city for much, but Tryst (and Chartier), are worth the drive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brussels Sprouts
We had a private function here and it was 5 star! The food was so flavourful - absolutely delicious! Great service! We will be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was fantastic. Lovely idea for dates or to catch up.Little share items/tapas. We had a great time. Recommend the KFC and the Gnocchi! Bussels were delicious, perfectly cooked with a tinge of bacon in every bite.The old fashion and cranberry orange martini were fantastic and delicious. The ginger pear is more suited for sweet tastes, just the right amount of sour mixed in. The New york sour appears very sophisticated with a very deep, mellow taste - great to telieve an edge after business hours. Cheers to the bar tender!Erika was sociable and fantastic. She went beyond her job of a waitress. She talked to us like friends who haven't met for a while. She took great care of us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We recently celebrated our anniversary at Tryst. What a charming spot in downtown St. Albert. Our food was outstanding. The warm squash salad and the prosecco battered fish and chips were fantastic. For "small plates", I thought the portions were quite generous and felt that it was great value for price.Looking forward to our next visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Went for Valentine's. Excellent experience. Great food. Welcoming Staff - shout out to Ethan. If you haven't been here - you should go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Husband and I recently went out for a five course valentines dinner here. The food was absolutely incredible and we especially enjoyed the duck croquette amuse bouche & the beef ravioli. The attention to detail regarding plating and flavour is apparent. Highly recommend taking advantage of any upcoming prix fixe menus to try multiple delicious items!Our only complaint was that the chairs are a little loud and awkward, but other than that the atmosphere is very cozy and intimate!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went for Valentine's Day dinner. Showed up about 10 minutes early, table was just being cleaned & was seated right away. Downtown St.Albert lights in the trees gave a good energy to the evening. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars for value is some wine bottle prices seemed like a stretch compared to others. The list is pretty good they have their bases covered, but hey you gotta pay to play. If you don't like it don't drink. Ordered about half dozen plates, all were fantastic. They staggered bringing some at a time which is good when table space can get to be a premium. It's a smaller venue so as much as it isn't loud as it's a good volume that you can have a private conversation for the proximity to other tables. The waitress was great throughout the service. Didn't feel nagged or abandoned. Will definitely be back. Thanks guys.
Restaurantji Recommends
I love this place. The food is always amazing, service is great and the atmosphere is calm. My favs are always the bread and butter, the beet flat bread and the gnocchi. But tried the ravioli this time too. So good!
the restaurant is nice , people are very friendly , we went on valentine's day and set menu wasn't great . the food is so simple and time to have all food be served around 3 hours . sometimes we don't mind to pay but the quality needs to be ok !
First time being to Tryst with my wife. The restaurant had beautiful decor and the staff were awesome. Ethan was our server and was 10/10. Excellent with small talk, explaining plates and some jokes. The food was outstanding. I didn't think bread and butter could taste so good. We had the coppa flatbread, arrancini, Brussels sprouts, shrimp Bao and well as the bread. We hit happy hour which we did not know about and we saved probably 20 dollars on the food we wanted to try anyhow. Drinks fantastic, wine selection, amazing. Will be back. You can tell the restaurant and the menu was created with passion, heart, and soul.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brussels Sprouts and Aironchini, Shrimp Bao, Fresh Baked Sourdough Bread, Signature Coctails
meant to be sharing plates but only 3 items on plate in most dishes we ordered - should either be 2 or 4 IMO. Some plates definitely not plated to be shared at all. Charcuterie board grossly overpriced for the size and selection of items on board. Food and service was mediocre at best. Drinks were very good. Unfortunately will not return.
I've heard wonderful things about Tryst for years but this was my first visit. It certainly won't be my last! My foodie friend and I had a wonderful evening; the food was superlative and lived up to everything I've heard. The service was attentive but not obtrusive and the cocktails were outstanding; the interior is muted and spacious with a comfortable spacing between tables, And it was lovely to have a conversation that didn't compete with the noise level! All in all a fantastic dining experience that I'd recommend to anyone.