Fridays are the best days. It signifies a start to the weekend and an end to a usually LONG working week. Not only that, but usually Fridays mean I will try a new restaurant and blog about it. I was all excited to give a new place its very own review on "All Eric Can Eat" when I found out the friend that I was going with had already eaten. Sorely disappointed, we decided to head to the mall for some quick shopping. After walking around West Edmonton Mall, we decided to satisfy our cravings. A friend suggested the Cheesecake Cafe as she had passed by it many times going to one of her favorite Indian restaurants. I've gone to the Cheesecake Cafe before but it was quite some time ago. I do not remember it to be anything special but I thought I would keep an open mind as things might have changed.
Stepping into the Cheescake Cafe, the first thing that catches your eye is the display of cheesecakes, regular cakes and tarts you have the option of choosing from. The atmosphere was actually surprising as it had a very lively vibe. There was also a modern feel to the decor with nice leather couches and dark wooden tables. It did not give off the feel of a "family restaurant." Being greeted by the hostesses, we were told that it might be a little while before being seated. My friend and I were quite perplexed by this as we could see MULTIPLE empty tables. After about 10-15 minutes we were seated at a booth.
Since it was quite late for any more food (ie. dinner meals), we decided on getting desserts to be shared. I never like to go to a dessert place and only try one cake. Apparently all of their cheesecakes are made in house. The Cheesecake Cafe also uses Kraft Philidelphia cream cheese (I guess they are proud of that to put it on their menu?).
Dessert Menu |
French Apple Cheesecake |
Rolo Cheesecake |
Overall, the cheesecake was nothing special. I've definitely had better desserts, and really have made better cheesecake than what the Cheesecake Cafe is offering. If I go out for dessert, I want to have something that is beyond my baking abilities, but this felt as if I could make it pretty easily. The Cheesecake Cafe has a nice and trendy atmosphere but my visit reinforced the fact that I should never doubt myself in the first place. The Cheesecake Cafe was what I thought it was - nothing special. For dessert, I don't think I'll be returning anytime soon.
Top Pick of the Night: French Apple Cheesecake
http://www.cheesecakecafe.ca/edmonton/
Rating:
2.5/5 Erics
Hey! That's an awesome post , I would really like to taste it them. You can even opt for Edmonton restaurants Southside for amazing cuisines.
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