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.

Came here twice during our vacation. We sat at the bar both times with no wait for our seats. Our…read moreservers were very friendly and quick. This was our favorite pizza spot in Banff! We ordered the double double pepperoni pizza and the big bird. They offer honey and chili oil to dip the pizza in. They have a full variety of beer and cocktails. This a perfect spot post hike.

We loved our visit to Three Bears in Banff! We visited on a Saturday in October and recommend…read moremaking a reservation. Our waiter Papi was amazing. He was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable of the menu. We enjoyed talking to him and we're so thankful for his menu suggestions because we each loved what we ordered. I had the Ahi Tuna Melt with a side Caesar salad - both as flavorful and delicious. You must visit Three Bears when you're in Banff!!

Local brews Wanted…read moreto get some good local brews while in Banff and was recommended this spot. When you walk in, the first thing that hits you are the massive brew kettles in the back. Apparently, they make all of the beers on top in house. We tried their beer flight, which features their post popular beers. The pinery pilsner, happy trails pale ale, and peach cream ale were probs my fav. We also tried some of their food which was delicious as well, but the star of the show is def their beer. We tried their elk and kale pizza and tuna poke bowl. Never had elk before, but it tastes like lean beef! Would def recommend stropping by PSA: This place gets pretty crowded during peak hours so try to make a resy

Just stopped by for a couple of beers. I really enjoyed the Chill or Be Chilled IPA. The food…read morelooked great, and I really wished we had time to try it, but it will have to wait until our next trip! Service was quick and the staff were friendly enough. There were also plenty of TV's around for those looking to watch a game while they dined.

Banff Ave Brewing Co is on the south side of town close to the bridge, and it's easy to miss among…read moreall the other exciting restaurants and bars on Banff Ave. But I'm so glad we found it on our wanderings on a cold Friday afternoon, as it provided a warm and welcoming environment for us to thaw and socialize indoors. Our server was very friendly albeit a bit frazzled, but the vibes were great all around. One of the best things about Banff Ave Brewing is that all appetizers are half off on Fridays (at least during happy hour)! They also have a nice selection of beers. Their flights are neat in that they offer 6 options instead of the more typical 4, so you can try everything you want to try. We had the nachos, poutine, and several beers. The poutine was a bit salty but the nachos were excellent, definitely get the beer cheese sauce as an add-on. I also got to try a special dragonfruit kolsch they had on tap, which was really mild and easy drinking as well. I'll definitely be back when I'm in Banff again!

Came here because we were soooo hungry (after long flight) and this place is nearby…read more It was happy hour hence they hv very limited (happy hour) menu. Huge place. Beautiful. Nice ambience. My friend is vegetarian and they were so kind to accommodate her request (menu is not on the list but they were generously prepped sth). And we wanted dessert (again, not on the happy hour menu and dinner time is still few hours away), they gladly bring out the dessert as well. Our server was very kind and attentive and proactive. He doesnt just simply say yes or no, but actually offer alternatives (he knows more about the kitchen after all). Because of him, our stomach was happy and we had energy to start our first exploration! Food wise, we had soup, bison slider, and a dessert (forgot the name). All is delish!!! So happy!! Not only our first meal upon arriving is yummy but we received kind services. Highly recommended.

I love this restaurant!!! I saw the restaurant online and it was recommended for brunch but I came…read morehere for dinner and it did not disappoint. Everything was so good, from the food, the service and the vibes. I was sitting at the bar and I really love the server/bartender that was serving us. He was really sweet and gave really good recommendations. I really enjoyed the special poutine and the spaghetti. Also the cocktails here are really good too! Overall, definitely will be back and recommend this place!!! 10/10!!!

Basic pub menu- but offered with a culinary flair not commonly found! Apologies for sounding like a…read morefoodie but the kitchen offered flavours that I would not expect: Burger Sauce that is kicked up with a little horseradish (not the mundane 1000 dressing knockoffs found in every other restaurant) that made their cheeseburger remarkable while the shareable sausage board offered the best contrast of a juicy (not greasy) sausage with a chewy (not tooth breaking) pretzel and a cheese sauce with just a little kick of pepper. We visited mid-week mid-afternoon and had the place to ourselves but can imagine the place rocks at night and during high season. Definitely worth a visit!

Rose & Crown is a perfect spot for great views, great service and great food and drinks! Located…read morein Downtown Banff, we choose to sit outside and had gorgeous views and enjoyed the sunshine. We, of course, sampled more Canadian beer and poutine! The chicken poutine was not something I thought I would order, but it was on special and why not? The Chicken Poutine is incredible and full of flavors that are out of this world. We shared the chicken poutine and I loved Kevin's Beef Dip and we shared a side of the traditional poutine - so good. Melty cheese curds, delicious and hot fries and the gravy...take me back right now! The fish and chips were yummy and light and the perfect lunch portion. We loved our visit to Rose & Crown and it's definitely some of the very best food we had in Banff!

Wow, just wow. Our first night in Banff was started off right. The food here was amazing, and the…read morestaff were excellent. After finishing the trip, I can confidently say this was our favorite place to eat. The portions were generous, even for a big eater like myself. We shared the Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich and the Bison Burger. I honestly don't know which one I enjoyed more. The BBQ sauce and Blueberry aioli were both an experience. And of course, with it being a distillery, the drinks were also a win. The drinks were just right, strong but delicious. I also became a fan of their IPA. As for seating, there's two stories and plenty of larger tables for big groups. I highly recommend this as necessary dining location during your trip to Banff. I would HIGHLY recommend

Unfortunately, our experience here was extremely disappointing. We had walked by a few times and…read morereally liked the atmosphere, so we were excited to make a reservation. We were seated upstairs on the balcony, which was a nice spot and had a great vibe. The service started off fine, but things quickly went downhill. It took over 20 minutes to receive our drinks after ordering. While bringing them out, our server accidentally spilled an iced tea all over the table and onto my white pants. Mistakes happen, but we were surprised that there was no apology, and the response felt very dismissive. Shortly after, while we were cleaning up, she came back and sprayed cleaner on the table but accidentally sprayed it onto me instead. Again, there was no acknowledgment or apology. A few minutes later, she brought out a replacement drink, but it was the wrong one. When we pointed it out, there was some confusion and we were initially told it was correct before another staff member came over and brought the right drink. Unfortunately, the food was also a letdown. The bison burgers were extremely dry, and the ribs were so tough and chewy that they were difficult to eat. We were really hoping the meal would make up for the service issues, but it left us disappointed. Given the issues, we expected the spilled drink would at least be removed from the bill. Instead, we noticed additional drink refills on our tab that we didn't order. Overall, it was a frustrating experience, especially because we had been looking forward to trying this place. Hopefully this was just an off night, but based on our visit, we wouldn't recommend it.

The service is good. Guinness on draught was poured…read moreperfectly. The Irish waffle cut fries with cheese on the appetizer list was GREAT! The Guinness steak pie was good, but top crust a little doughy. Fun atmosphere!

Such a fun Irish pub. My friends and I only meant to come in for drinks, but the menu looked so…read morephenomenal that we had to eat dinner here as well. Serving sizes are HUGE, and the food is actually really delicious. I highly recommend their pot pies (especially the chicken). Their appetizers like onion rings are really delicious. We came out of the restaurant feeling really bloated and full, but it was a great last meal in the city!

Best pretzel with a view you could ever ask for! I am so glad we made the walk up to try this…read moreplace! We followed the Bow River from Banff to get here. It's not too far and you get to see the Bow Valley Falls. Waldhaus is just right up the stairs from the bottom of the falls. We tried the soft pretzels and enjoyed them! The cheese dip was delicious. Diet Coke was perfectly crisp too!

We didn't plan on coming here but we're so happy we stumbled upon it. We walked along the trail of…read moreBow Falls when we saw a sign and staircase leading up to it. Since we didn't plan on eating, we shared the Spilt Pea Soup and Bratwurst. Both were absolutely delicious. I really couldn't decide what I enjoyed with my brat more, the garlic mash potatoes, or the beer and onion gravy. The spilt pea soup had plenty of bacon in it to give a nice flavor and texture. I'd highly recommend stopping by and enjoying the scenery.

We came in late September and had such a great experience with our server Amy that we came back a…read moresecond time that week. Brazen had fantastic drinks, food and dessert. We tried the burrata, tuna tartar, ribs, seared cod, ginger beef, potatoes, roasted carrots, and crème brûlée. The special highlights were the ginger beef, potatoes and crème brûlée. I really want to post a picture of the crème brûlée but it'll ruin the delightful surprise presentation when it arrives to your table. Just order it and you won't regret it! The restaurant is cozy and easy location to find. Bathrooms are part of the hotel and clean to use. Highly recommend this spot if you're in Banff and ask for Amy's table! She's so fun, hilarious, and attentive and will take excellent care of you.

I ordered: 1. Ginger Beef - Certified Angus Beef, Blistered…read moreShishito, Pickled Onion, Ginger Syrup 2. Roasted Zucchini - romesco, toasted almond Ginger beef was alright - tasty sauce, hardly crispy and tender. A little crispy and tender. Roasted Zucchini was cooked perfectly but bland including the sauce which was surprising. No issues with service. Classy, intimate ambience.

The happy hour is unusual -- 1pm to 4pm which I've never seen before, but it's a great lunch…read more The prices are very fair and the food is really excellent... When I come back to Banff next winter for skiing I will be definite to stop by, though obviously the hours are a little problematic for skiers! I had the venison meatball, the mortadella skewers, focaccia and a beer... Also some kind of blueberry lemonade drink, which was also very good.

This was a great meal and I loved the ambiance in the restaurant. I definitely recommend their…read moreShrimp Fazzoletti if you're looking for a pasta dish. It was so creamy and balanced. I loved that it wasn't too fatty or oily and the sugar snap peas were a great addition. I did get the sugar snap peas appetizer on the side and although I did enjoy fresh greens, I personally wished it wasn't so raw. Maybe a sauce or dressing would've toned down the raw flavor a bit. Otherwise, I had a solid meal here.