Lil’ Empire

Cute little spot with limited seating that shares space with Made By Marcus ice cream. Staff were super friendly and super helpful. Fries and burger were OK, maybe a bit more salt on fries, but unfortunately I ordered a plain burger and got a fully dressed one. Music a bit loud inside, nice heated patio outside.Food: 3/5

Disclaimer, I have only had fries and drinks here. That being said, they have been excellent every time. I just keep forgetting to stop in when I haven't just eaten a meal I love popping into bridgeland market on the weekends and cannot leave without ice cream and fries from lil empire and made by Marcus. The fries are on the skinnier side but perfectly crispy and well seasoned. They hold up to toppings and are great on their own. Plus I love that you can grab a cider/beer too! Highly recommend Vegetarian options: Fries. They may have a veggie burger too Kid-friendliness: Tons of kids and young families are here. Parking: There are some free 2hr parking spaces within the block Wheelchair accessibility: I believe they have a ramp and lower countertop sections

Try the dirty fries! They were a pleasant surprise. Great homemade burger and buns. Nice little patio seating area. Located next to Made by Marcus. Great location. Easy parking.

Was in the area and heard alot about this place. Came for lunch and we had a Chicken Burger and Regular burger. Size was really good, not small but not too big that to get too stuffed. Ordered an order do the regular fries as well. Food was really good and will try out other menu items next time.

This is the best smash burger I’ve had in Calgary. I haven’t had another burger close to this in YYC. I’m not going into detail about anything else. Just go and order your burger the way you like it and you will agree.

A short and excellently executed menu. I had the Korean burger with Kimchi and a wonderfully crunchy fried patty. Hubby had the classic Empire burger, which I liked enough that I'd order that next time. The fries are thin but not quite shoestring and very crisp. Staff are friendly and helpful. The patio is a great place to sit. It's cleaned frequently - I saw the staff come out twice in the hour that I was there. Bathrooms are clean.

Awesome burger spot in Bridgeland. Came across this place by accident but happy I did. Place was spotless, service was fast and friendly and best of all food was delicious. Really enjoyed the burgers and fries. Plenty of drink option including some beers on tap. It’s also connected to Made by Marcus so dessert was right there. Really nice outdoor seating area. Overall highly recommend stopping in.

One of the best burgers in YYC!! Prepare to wait because they make it fresh. And get a side of burger sauce to dip your fries. Sit back well actually lean forward and enjoy that burger!

The burger I had was delicious, like a Canadian in n out burger. The KFC sandwich was quite bland and the dirty fries need more layered cheese sauce. My friend had the hot dog which still had the sausage casing showing - so gross. I enjoyed that I could get ice cream from Made by Marcus after my burger. Great choice to be side by side!

When I say this is hands down one of the best burgers I've ever had, don't take it lightly! Their empire burger is that perfect meld of beef and cheese you want and it's all sandwiched between a bunch that can hold its own. I definite try if you're in CalgaryFood: 5/5