Awards & Press

Outstanding Philanthropists

Stella and Carmelo Rago were honored by the Association of Fundraising Professionals in 2005 and 2006. They were nominated in the Outstanding Philanthropist category in recognition of their philanthropic spirit and commitment to the community.

The Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal

Stella and Carmelo were recognized and awarded ‘The Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal’ by the Governor of Canada. This honour is administered by the Chancellery of Honours at Rideau Hall and awarded to 60,000 citizens and permanent residents of Canada who made a significant contribution to their fellow countrymen & their community.

Leaders of Tomorrow

Carmelo was presented with the Leader of Tomorrow award by Business in Edmonton in 2014. The program recognizes corporate leaders who have contributed to the city of Edmonton through their personal values, business practices, personal values, community involvement, and philanthropy.

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TripAdvisor 2016 Certificate of Excellence

The TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence is awarded to properties that consistently achieve outstanding traveller reviews on TripAdvisor.

We are very proud to receive the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016 and to ensure that travellers from around the world enjoy their stay in the city of Edmonton.

2016/03

South Location: Voted Diner’s Choice

2016

BUCO: Edmonton Best Restaurants 2015

2015

Pizza Chef of the Year Champions Challenge

2008

Voted Best Italian Restaurant | Vue Weekly

2008

Best Italian Restaurant | See Magazine

2007

Voted O’Maille’s Irish Pub, St. Albert’s Favorite Pub/Lounge | Saint City News

2007

Voted That’s Aroma! A Garlic Restaurant Bar – Best Decorated Restaurant | A Taste of Edmonton

2007

Won Volunteer Friendly Business Award | St. Albert Community Information and Volunteer Centre

2005

Voted Best Italian Restaurant | See Magazine

2002

Voted Best Italian Restaurant | Consumers Choice Award

2001

Won Community Involvement and Support | ARFA Menu Awards

2001

Voted Best Italian Restaurant | See Magazine

2000

Voted Best Italian Restaurant | See Magazine

1999

Voted Best Italian Restaurant | Vue Weekly

1998

Won Commemorative Medal for the 125th Anniversary of the Confederation of Canada | The Edmonton Journal

1998

Won Small Business Owner of the Year Award | The Edmonton Journal

1998

Voted Best Overall Establishment | Entertainment

1998

Voted Best Pasta | The Edmonton Journal

1998

Voted Best Italian Restaurant | See Magazine

1997

Won Commemorative Medal for the 125th Anniversary of the Confederation of Canada | The Edmonton Journal

1997

Won Small Business Owner of the Year Award | The Edmonton Journal

1997

Voted Best Pasta | The Edmonton Journal

1997

Voted Best Overall Establishment | Entertainment

1995

Voted Favorite Ethnic Restaurant | Entertainment

1992

Won Favorite Ethnic Restaurant | Conferred upon Carmelo Rago

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