101 Bistro
📍101 Bistro is located in Downtown, very close to Rogers Place (about a 5-minute walk) 🚶♂️. Although I hesitated a bit before writing about this place👌, I still decided to share it because it can be a good option under certain circumstances—especially if you’re in the area and craving classic Cantonese cafe eats 😊. 🌟This is the relatively newest among the three Cantonese cafes😋. The interior feels fresh and modern, with bright lighting and clean tables that make it a pleasant spot to sit down. Location-wise, it’s not too far from my home, but due to the security issues in the Downtown area, I still rarely go there on a regular basis👌. However, since it’s so close to Rogers Place, it’s especially perfect for popping in to warm up with a meal after a hockey game in winter ❄️—no need to trek far in the cold, just cozy up with a hot bowl of noodles or rice! 😋 Overall, 101 Bistro is a very new Cantonese cafe. Compared to the previous two, it has fewer menu options but larger portion sizes—great for hungry folks after a game 🏒! You’ll find all the classic Hong Kong-style dishes: from silky congee 🥣 and crispy egg tarts 🥧 to savory beef chow fun 🍜 and juicy roasted pork 🍖. While there are occasional minor quality control issues (like the noodles being a bit overcooked once), there are no major misses overall. It’s especially suitable for grabbing some Hong Kong-style dishes to warm up after an event at Rogers Place👌. Imagine stepping in from the cold, ordering a hot cup of milk tea ☕️ and a plate of char siu rice—pure comfort! Hopefully, this place will continue to improve in terms of quality control and menu variety in the future👌—maybe add some more dim sum options? 🥢 I’d love to see har gow (shrimp dumplings) on the menu! If you’re in the Downtown area, especially near Rogers Place, give 101 Bistro a try. It’s not the fanciest, but it’s reliable, convenient, and hits that Cantonese cafe spot just right 😌. Next time I’m at a game, I’m definitely stopping by for their egg tarts—heard they’re flaky and buttery perfection 🥧! #Edmonto#Edmontoncuisine
