This was my favorite food joint in Banff! They have the most amazing cocktails. We ordered the food…read moreand it's family style - we felt like we were being hosted by a friend - each cocktail more unique than the other and each dish had its own twist. The place is small inside and there is outdoor seating also available. The servers so friendly and gave us great suggestions! The owners also own Shoku and we landed up going there to try their cocktails and food. This place will not disappoint you!

This food was delicious! There were multiple vegan options that were bursting in flavor and…read morefilling! We got the mushroom risotto (so unique), the vegetarian bao bun, and the vegetarian lettuce wraps (make sure to ask for vegan so they can sub the non-vegan sauce). The only con was that the restaurant itself was small and can only take a few parties at a time. We got lucky and took the 6 remaining seats at the bar, but be prepared to wait if you're a bigger party. That said, the staff and bartender were very nice and service time was fairly normal. Would recommend!

This February while in Banff, we decided to try Farm & Fire, and it did not disappoint…read more I ordered the classic breakfast with a side of fruit. The plate featured two perfectly cooked over-easy eggs, sourdough toast with blackberry jam, crispy potatoes, and the best bacon I've ever tasted. The fruit bowl was just as fresh and vibrant, with oranges, Granny Smith apples, blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries. The food, the service, and the atmosphere were all outstanding; an ideal way to start the day in the mountains.

The highlight for this place was the farm to table appeal. Their pizzas and cocktails were the…read morehighlights for me. The servers were amazing and friendly! We celebrated my friends 50th bday and they gave us a free dessert. The charred broccolini is very charred / so if you don't like the burnt taste, don't order it. The beetroot hummus was under whelming. The ambiance was great - the flowers outside the restaurant are so pretty with the Canadian Rockies in the background makes the place look very pretty.

Insanely good ramen!!! Cute little local Restaurant on…read moresecond floor! Right - tonkatsu Left = aarashi signature dish! They both had crunch garlic and it was life changing

Excited to find great ramen in Banff! The space is on the smaller side, and food takes awhile to…read morearrive. But it was pretty delicious. You add your name to the waitlist and line up outside. We waited about 30 minutes on a weekday around 6pm. By the time we left, the line was about three times as long! I really enjoyed the garlic ramen with the miso broth. The garlic ramen is currently a special, and you can choose from miso, umami shio, shoyu, or tonkotsu broth. We also tried the arashi ramen, which had a classic tonkotsu flavor. The noodles were al dente, and the broths were flavorful without being overly rich or heavy. Overall, a great spot if you are craving ramen in Banff.

We went in just for dessert - the mango was super yummy! The ice was not just ice but milk ice - so…read morerefreshing on a hot summer day! The staff were friendly. The ambiance is a fast food one - hence the Korean street food. Based on the fact that the clientele was asian, it must be good food. I hope to come back to try the spicy fried chicken!

Really good food. Ordered for pick up but the service was quick. The restaurant was busy and not…read morethat big, finding seating might be difficult at times. Great views of Banff!

Jugemu is easy to miss if you're not looking for it. It's tucked into a strip mall in downtown…read moreBanff with no apparent signage outside, but it ended up being such a great find! The restaurant is small, with a few bar seats and some tables. There was only one server working when we went, and the place stayed busy the whole time. She was clearly doing a lot but still managed everything really well, even quickly pushing tables together when larger families came in. We ordered rice bowls and I got the karaage chicken bowl. The chicken was fresh, super crispy, and the portion was really filling. Everything is made to order, so the food does take a little while, especially with just one server, but it was 100% worth the wait. If you're in Banff and want Japanese food, this spot is definitely worth checking out--just come with a bit of patience.

Truly a hidden little gem. The octopus and spinach appetizers are amazing. Ramen and chicken rice…read morebowl were delicious and filling. I would visit again!

We came to Hello Sunshine (as a group of 8) after a long day of hiking and driving and had the best…read moredinner of our trip! Our server, Rob, was incredibly attentive and friendly--plus he gave some great menu recommendations. The decor was beautiful, and we were seated in a circle around a fireplace. Alberta Beef Tataki, 5/5 -- Not a huge portion but we savored every bite. This was incredible. Maui Wowie Roll, 4/5 -- So delicious, but could've used more ahi tuna King Salmon Sashimi, 5/5 -- No notes, this was amazing Spicy King Salmon Press, 4/5 -- Loved the red miso flavor. Would've liked more salmon on top of the rice. Smoky Ginger Margarita, 4/5 -- Great tartness and not overly smoky. Great drink! If I'm ever back in Banff, there's no question we would return to Hello Sunshine!

I got the Maui Wauwi roll and the miso glazed beef ribs. The food came out pretty quick…read more The sushi roll was OK, but I wasn't expecting much. The beef ribs were a lot bigger than I expected. It came with 3 rib bones which each had a lot of meat. The sauce is pretty sweet and can get overpowering if you dip too much into the meat. Food overall was alright. The ambience is pretty nice.

Everyone kept recommending Lupo to us for our Banff trip and I was honestly worried it would have…read moregotten overhyped to us. However, it was not at all! Perfectly hyped :) We made a reservation for 8:30 PM on a long summer night and there seemed to be a few other empty tables for walk-in's. The waiter had some recommendations and we mainly went off of that. The pizza was heavenly!! The most unique combination of flavors, pistachio in a savory pizza was incredible! The pasta with the lemon sauce was another favorite, it especially felt perfect for summer. The service was great and it also has some mountain view's which we definitely enjoyed.

Note: We never got to eat here…read more We made our reservation several days in advance and clearly noted that we'd be bringing our small dog and requested patio seating. Apparently, reading reservation notes isn't part of the reservation process at Lupo, because they didn't bother telling us dogs weren't allowed until three hours before our reservation. Having a no-dog policy is your choice. Having absolutely no respect for your customers' time is another. You had days to tell us. Instead, you waited until the last minute and left us scrambling to find another restaurant. Thankfully, Princess Sofia Pizza was happy to seat us outside, and the food and service were outstanding. Funny how one restaurant can communicate like professionals while another can't manage to read a reservation. If you're considering Lupo, don't assume they'll actually review your reservation before the day of your visit. We won't be giving them another chance.

The espresso martini reminded me of Viet coffee. If you love coffee, then you'll enjoy it. It was…read morenot sweet at all but still delicious. I liked that it had 3 beans. The view is so nice here. You can even go outside and take more photos. I recommend the churro french toast. It's a little sweet but still has good flavor. The braised Alberta short rib eggs benedict were also really good. Jeremy was a great server.

Had a couples breakfast here on our last day in Banff. Service was very attentive and the views…read morefrom our table were stunning...but the food was just average. I ordered their Mushroom and sage benedict dish which came with a small mixed greens salad in a very light dressing. Both the salad and the benedict dish lacked any real depth of flavor, and although both were made from very fresh ingredients I was disappointed that neither had any "punch". Maybe i just needed to try another dish on the menu? Unsure, but wish it had been a better meal experience.

Stopped by for happy hour and learned the happy hour menu, is the entire menu that's available. So,…read moreif you're craving a burger, the Royal with Cheese was delicious. I ordered the boulevardier cocktail, which was good, but nothing to rave about. There was plenty of seating and our server was friendly and attentive. Maybe it's just not my spot. Very pleasant atmosphere for a romantic dinner, but not quite was I was looking for, for a happy hour.

Came here on a Saturday evening and made a reservation on opentable. There was a long wait for an…read moreavailability so we're glad we did that where there was service. We ordered to share: Bison carpaccio: 8/10, the large pieces of black salt(?) was overwhelming the bison, but otherwise very unique and worth trying Burrata salad: 100/10, super refreshing and unique palate of thinly ribboned squash covered with tarragon vinaigrette and burrata. Smoked trout doughnut: 8/10, interesting combination of sweet (donut, lemon glaze) and savory (smoked trout, herbed Crème Fraîche, everything bagel seasoning, pickled shallot) Individually: Strip sirloin: I didn't have this one but 10/10 for work of art presentation. Huge piece of steak though. Roasted chicken: 9/10 myself and one other got the chicken. Tender and well seasoned with sweet and spicy harissa honey glaze and chili crisps. It looked like they gave half a whole chicken to her and the other half to me, huge portions. Probably could've been 3 meals. Peyto's ribs: 9/10 had to get it for the touch of maple paprika. Seared ling cod: 9/10 it's the only portion that remotely made sense for a single person and didn't end with leftovers. The dimly lit atmosphere at Brazen is perfect to unwind in after a long day of hiking and exploring. The portions are generous and flavor profile recommendations between appetizers, mains, and drinks well explored. Highly recommend making an advance reservation to try!

I found this little gem of an eatery on the outer skirts of Banff Town. I was looking for a place…read morethat I have never dined at before in Banff. I went searching for a menu that looked elevated and had a diverse offering that would satisfy my party of four who wanted to eat local meat, fish and vegetarian/vegan options. I landed on Good Folk which is a fairly new restaurant (A little more than a year old) located in the Otter Hotel. The staff was attentive, efficient, personable, well versed with the menu and able to comment on their recommendations from tasting the dishes themselves. A well appointed bar and mixologist capable of concocting four diverse drink orders ranging from a Hendrick's Dirty Martini up, shaken with olives, a smokey Manhattan and two mocktails.

Wow killer hotel restaurant and bar…read more Got a night cap here one night, then breakfast. Don't miss the breakfast! Beautiful plates and excellent service. It's really cool in here, the lighting is nice and the atmosphere is relaxing and casual but elegant. Warm interior and nice view of the mountains.