Original Joe’s is a place that welcomes everyone. We have craveable classics for lunch or dinner, down-to-earth vibes and a friendly team looking to brighten your day! Our location in Red Deer is close to multiple fun activities. In the winter, head to Canyon Ski Resort and then visit us for a nice warm meal. You can do some shopping around Little Gaetz Downtown Market or enjoy an event at Ross Street Patio. We are also close to Bower Ponds if you’re in the mood for a walk or Discovery Canyon if you and your family want to visit a water park. Our Happy Hour runs twice daily, and we also have brunch on weekends! Enjoy a cool drink on our patio or pick up an OJ’s meal to enjoy at home. We’re here to satisfy your cravings and serve up good vibes! See you at the next Happy Hour!
Customers frequently reported slow service and inattentive staff, with some experiences leading to frustration and dissatisfaction.
Food Quality
Mixed reviews on food quality; while some enjoyed their meals, others experienced cold or poorly prepared dishes.
Positive Experiences
Several customers praised specific staff members for excellent service and highlighted enjoyable dining experiences.
Atmosphere
The atmosphere received mixed feedback, with some enjoying the vibe while others found it too noisy or chaotic.
Consistency
There were mentions of inconsistent experiences, with some visits being great while others fell short of expectations.
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Katy Ann Boll
2 days ago
5.0
Love this place and the food. Service is always very good. Staff are very friendly.
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melodie brauner
4 days ago
1.0
Went for supper last night, our server was Shilo, my husband and I walked in waited to be seated, was told to find a seat anywhere, Cool no biggie, we sat for about 10 min, when I'm guessing the MOD came up with menus tossed them on the table and said our server would be right with us. No talk about the menu or the specials, after about 10 min our server came up took our drink order, we watched as the bartender made them, about 10 min later she picks them up, brings them to us says I'll be right back, still no introduction of her name or specials, another 10 min past and she comes back takes our food order by saying, what can I get you, we order our appys and our mains. When our appys came the table wasn't marked yet so we waited for cutlury and side plates, Shilo did walk by once and asked if we were done and went to grab the plate with very much food on it still that we were currently still eatting,My husband glass was empty and wasnt offered to have another one. She walks by a few times, with the empty glass still on the edge of the table, the manager walks by and we ask her if we can order refills through her, she looks around for our server, she acts like she wasn't ready for us to ask for this request says very unprepared like, ummmm, yes sure, we then watch our drinks one of them being a blended one sit on the bar for 12 minutes! And we had to stop the server as she was walking by again if she could grab them. She apologized and said no one told me they rang them in. I get it, but the lady that took the order, or even the bartender himself could have ran them considering we watched him bite his nail behind the bar while swaying back and forth, being board. Our mains come DELICIOUS! the bartender ran those though, we had one Quality check at about the 2 min mark, which good on you. Never seen her again still don't even have water service at the table yet. When we were done she cleared our table, no pre-bussing at all which would have been great cause we would have asked for another round of drinks. When clearing our table we then ordered 2 cheesecakes to go (which were huge) she asked if we wanted to pay the bill as we are waiting for our cheesecake, as we are paying she stood there and put her hands through her hair put it up in a bun, asked if we wanted a copy and walked away. I understand dropping the ball on a cpl steps of service, but it was constantly dropped over and over by several team members, I don't know if we will be back again. We only knew her name cause the bill has it on it. I hope this review is used as a coaching lesson. So the team can grow.
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Catherine Lilly
Dec 31, 2025
5.0
I love the happy hour appies here. Great selection and flavor. Service is always great and the prices are reasonable. I am getting older so a little lighter of lights and quieter of music would make it better but that is just cause I am almost 50 lol. The dynamite shrimp are dynamite and the gyoza has an amazing kick of ginger that I love. Also yam fries with dill sauce are so good. Had a great appie night before a movie tonight and it did not disapoint!
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Janice Shimek
Dec 30, 2025
3.0
The food was the usual fare. My husbands wings were not close to crispy. Service was slow, we were going to order an additional item, but the waiter didn't stop by until we finished our meal. Then he whisked away, no chance to order wine or dessert. I finally flagged him down to get our bill.
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Myles Froome
Dec 23, 2025
4.0
We went there as a family and we really enjoyed the service and the atmosphere. Everyone was friendly and the food was amazing.
Can I make reservations at Original Joe's Red Deer?
Yes, reservations are available at Original Joe's Red Deer. You can easily reserve a table by calling the restaurant directly at (403) 343-6793.
Does Original Joe's Red Deer have a patio?
Yes, Red Deer does have a patio for dining, open based on weather conditions.
Does my local OJ’s Restaurant & Bar offer brunch?
Yes! Original Joe’s Red Deer offers brunch on Saturdays, Sundays and Statutory Holidays till 3:00 PM. Brunch is available for dine-in only.
Is OJ’s Red Deer Canadian owned?
You bet we are. This Original Joe's restaurant located at 4720 51st Avenue in Red Deer is Canadian owned and locally operated! We are 100% Canadian-owned under Canadian company Recipe Unlimited, and our head office is still in Calgary to this day.
Does Original Joe’s Red Deer accept reservations?
Yes, Original Joe's Red Deer accepts reservations for dine-in customers.
What are the weekend brunch hours at Original Joe’s Red Deer?
Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Does Original Joe’s Red Deer offer vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free menu options?
Yes, they provide lacto-ovo vegetarian, vegan options, and some items that can be modified to be gluten-friendly. Menu items are marked with dietary icons.
What are Original Joe’s Red Deer's happy hour times?
Happy Hour runs twice daily, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM and later in the evening, with specific times varying by day.
Does Original Joe’s Red Deer have outdoor seating?
Yes, they offer patio dining, which is open based on weather conditions.
What types of meals does Original Joe’s Red Deer serve?
They serve lunch, brunch, dinner, and have happy hour offerings.
Can I order takeout or delivery from Original Joe’s Red Deer?
Yes, Original Joe's Red Deer offers both in-store pickup and delivery services.
What nearby activities can I enjoy before or after dining at Original Joe’s Red Deer?
You can visit Canyon Ski Resort in winter, shop at Little Gaetz Downtown Market, attend events at Ross Street Patio, take a walk around Bower Ponds, or enjoy the Discovery Canyon water park with family.
What nearby places can help me find Original Joe’s in Red Deer?
Nearby establishments such as National Neon - Commercial Signs Red Deer and A E I Wealth Management can serve as landmarks when locating Original Joe’s on 51st Avenue.
Are there other restaurants near Original Joe’s Red Deer that I might want to visit?
Yes, nearby dining options include The Krossing and Extreme Pita, which offer different cuisine choices if you want to explore other local restaurants.