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    3.4 (17 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Lager & Margarita
    Pradeep J.

    3 for food and 2 for slow service. The Aloo gobhi tasted really nice so we came back again. Although its one of those places where you see your food & drinks ready on the bar counter but servers are missing to serve you. You order gets cold/ hot lying there where you wish if only you could walk over & grab it.

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    Julie G.

    Not a bad spot when you don't want to leave the hotel. The fish and chips are great! Big hefty white fish fried in batter and served with French fries or you can upgrade to poutine. The vibe is a young college student hang out. There's darts, foozeball, big tv for watching sports and a full bar.

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    Breakfast buffet was good but not great. The price was high given the quality of the buffet. I would not go back for breakfast.

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    Lake Louise Railway Station and Restaurant - Bison meatballs

    Lake Louise Railway Station and Restaurant

    4.1(132 reviews)
    0.5 km
    $$$

    We had an amazing experience Lake Louise Railway Station restaurant. From the moment we walked in,…read morewe were in awe at the beauty of this years old establishment and immediately welcomed as if we were customers for years The staff were so attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. The decor is all Canada and specially Alberta Rockies focused. They have a massive fireplace which adds to the overall ambiance. The food is Alberta forward and absolutely delicious. We loved every bite.. fresh, clean eating and they have an amazing selection of wines from around the globe. I chose the Alberta beef /steak for main course... it was so good. My husband had the Bison meatballs and said they too were delicious. If you are ever in the Lake Louise area do not miss this fabulous spot.

    We had no shortage of good meals in Lake Louise and this one was great food and a really fun…read moreatmosphere. I made a reservation via our hotel concierge months ahead of time, which sounds necessary in the summer months. They were turning away walk ins on this particular night. I assumed everyone recommended due to the fun, unique train station atmosphere, but I thought the food was really good too. We began our meal with some wine and the all Aboard Platter for Two: coconut shrimp, bison meatballs, mushroom tart, bruschetta. It was the perfect mix of appetizers, which I'd recommend. For my meal I got the salmon, which was cooked to perfection, along with a side salad. My husband went for the bison ribs. I"m not really a ribs gal, but i had a few bites and SO good. Too full for dessert, but if i had room I'd be all about the strawberry rhuburb. The service was friendly and quick (the turn the tables fast) and the train even went by as we were headed out the door.

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    Lake Louise Railway Station and Restaurant - Side room

    Side room

    Lake Louise Railway Station and Restaurant - Bison burger (this was great, yam fries were also a win)

    Bison burger (this was great, yam fries were also a win)

    Lake Louise Railway Station and Restaurant - Bison  ribs and schnitzel

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    The Maple Leaf - Smoke Salmon Benedict (front) and Banana Bread French Toast (back)

    The Maple Leaf

    3.9(434 reviews)
    50.8 km
    $$$

    May 12, 2026. Everything about the Maple leaf was…read moreoutstanding! My wife enjoyed a nice sparkling Prosecco to kick off the evening with our nice-sized Prince Edward Island oysters. We then shared a Waldorf salad, which was refreshing and nice. Then we both selected red wine varietals grown in Canada. I had a Cabernet/Merlot blend which was super great. Would've never guessed it was from Canada. Next, My wife enjoyed a Pinot Noir that was light and complimented our entrée perfectly. Our entrée was the fillet and prawns served over a garlic mashed potato. This is an absolutely extraordinary dish. We shared it and it was just enough for two people. It is a full meal for one person. The filet temperature preparation was perfect. The prawns were extraordinary, and the garlic mashed potato made you curl your toes! Then we closed the evening with the melted chocolate soufflé, which was divine. Here's the one thing that they missed and to me it's an important miss. They use an automated system for taking reservations. And it kept asking for my name to which I said "Chris" and the automated system kept asking me what's your name!? So it asked hey fourth time and in my frustration I got playful and I said "Big Daddy." And it happily received my name and took my reservation. And then asked if there was any special occasion and I said yes my wife and I are celebrating our anniversary. I get that it may not seem normal to say "Big Daddy party for two". So I'll kind of let that pass because neither front door or upstairs Host was willing to ask. But what I don't like that was missed was our anniversary wasn't acknowledged. I was a server for years, and every host gave the server some type of chit or note to let them know if there is a special occasion. We specifically selected a higher end restaurant for anniversary. So somewhere in there, even if you weren't brave enough to say "Big Daddy for two." Someone still should've checked if you were celebrating any special occasion to which we were. Our anniversary. Our server was fabulous. She was super kind helpful and shared about her experience being in Banff. She made us feel great. My overall experience, the Mapleleaf is a great restaurant. But I'm scoring you an A- because you missed our anniversary. and that's why we chose you. So if you're going to use AI, you can't miss special occasions. Chris & Trisha from Long Beach, CA

    5/5 -- Outstanding Experience at The Maple Leaf!…read more We had an incredible Birthday Dinner for our daughter at The Maple Leaf, and a huge part of that was thanks to our server and bartender, Megan. She was fantastic--friendly, attentive, and spot-on with her recommendations for both drinks and appetizers. We started the evening with a Maple Old Fashioned, which was perfectly balanced and set the tone for the night. For starters, we ordered the Fior Loaf Buttered Cheese Bread, which was warm, well-seasoned, and absolutely delicious. Our family tried a variety of entrées, and every single one impressed: * Maple Salmon Prawns - flavorful and beautifully prepared * Mafalda Limone Pasta - bright, creamy, and comforting * Roasted Harvest Chicken - cooked perfectly with great seasoning * Bison Burger - juicy, unique, and packed with flavor To finish, we indulged in dessert with the Maple Crème Brûlée and the Hot Chocolate Soufflé--both outstanding and the perfect ending to a great meal. Overall, The Maple Leaf delivered an exceptional dining experience. Amazing food, warm ambiance, and standout service from Megan made this one of the best meals we've had.

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    The Maple Leaf - Second floor seating

    Second floor seating

    The Maple Leaf - Indigenous menu: corn meal crusted trout.

    Indigenous menu: corn meal crusted trout.

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    Bear Street Tavern

    Bear Street Tavern

    4.2(548 reviews)
    50.7 km
    $$

    I visited Bear Street Tavern based off of a recommendation by a coworker. Beer and pizza is usually…read morea winning combination and Bear Street Tavern is a great example of this. Admittedly, I'm not much of a drinker but I'll have some once in a while and Bear Street seems to have a pretty good selection. I tried a Vietnamese Coffee Stout which I enjoyed. I'm definitely more of an eater than I am a drinker and the eats at Bear Street Tavern are excellent. My party got 2 pizzas and a salad and we enjoyed it all. To start we got the Tavern Bowl. It's a bunch of different vegetables with a Tahini Miso Dressing and kimchi on top. All the different textures and flavors worked really well together and the salad served as a nice break between bites of pizza. The Wheeler Hut pizza has mushrooms, ricotta, truffle oil, pesto, and mozzarella. If you're a fan of truffle flavor you'll enjoy this pizza. As soon as it was brought out I could already smell the truffle. The Mediterranean has olives, feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, red onions, chili flakes, spinach, mozzarella, and balsamic glaze. A little busier than the Wheeler Hut, but it was equally delicious. I'm not sure which pizza I liked more. Both pizzas had a fantastic crust with some char. Substantial enough to stand up to the toppings but still a little doughy for a nice chew. The char gives a nice crunch as well. Service is quick and friendly and the prices are fair, especially in a tourist area. I definitely recommend Bear Street Tavern.

    Out of all the places we went to in Banff, this place had THE most verstile options to choose from…read moreon tap. We were so pleasntly surprised that even brewhouses in the area had such limited selection. We got the double double pizza and a sandwich, which were so delicious and flavorful. Not to mention, the wheat ale and Papa Bear pale ale were also refreshing while we sat outside

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    Bear Street Tavern - The Mediterranean

    The Mediterranean

    Bear Street Tavern - Caesar salad

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    Mountain Restaurant - Chicken Bulgogi

    Mountain Restaurant

    3.3(85 reviews)
    0.4 km
    $$

    We were really hungry and had been out all day. During a stop we came upon this restaurant. The…read moremenu is limited but we kept seeing burgers being served and decided to order one. The service was great and they were busy. We didn't have a lot of time so we appreciated how quickly they accommodated us. The burger was delish! Cooked just right and flavorful. The topping were fresh and I opted for no bun and a side salad. The salad was piled high with fresh veggies and the dressing was not too tangy. Great spot for lunch if in the area. The prices were very reasonable for the area and they refilled our drinks several times.

    Solid place to stop by for a bite to eat. It's not fancy but does the job. The menu is limited but…read morethey do a decent job of what they serve. The staff here were fast and friendly. It's as close to east coast America diner vibes, simple menu kinda older interior but the food hits the spot when hungry nothing fancy. Stopped by after lake Louise tour and got the double burger with fries. Simple the fries were crispy and the burger bigger than expected and cooked well. Keep you expectations realistic, it's a small joint in a small town so for what it was I was pleasantly surprised and happy with my meal for the price and size. I left with a full belly and a smile so I would recommend if you're in the area and want a quick sit down meal

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    Mountain Restaurant - Located alongside a Shell gas station, albeit a quite scenic one.

    Located alongside a Shell gas station, albeit a quite scenic one.

    Mountain Restaurant - Cheese steamed ham

    Cheese steamed ham

    Mountain Restaurant - Bison steamed ham

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    Explorers Lounge - burgers - Updated May 2026

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