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    Rundle Bar

    4.3 (158 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Lisa S.

    After golf, we headed to Rundle Bar for a cocktail and snack. Parking is a pain, but figure it out because it's a cool place to hang after a hike, hike, or round of golf. We used the paid ramp. We asked to sit outside and got a table near the edge of the patio. The views are stunning. I had a glass of wine and we split the chips and guacamole. It was so good. Henry was our server and he was excellent. He got our requests quickly but also took time to chat and offer suggestions for the remaining days of our visit. Great stop.

    Art C.

    We stopped in before our dinner reservation at The Grape to have a drink and a few little appetizers. We got carried away. I got carried away. I actually don't drink alcohol so mine was a boring Diet Coke. As for the food, we got 4 for the 3 of us, Warm Olives, Rundle Mini Wings, Little Gems Salad, and Chili Pork Dumplings. My favorite were the wings with their sweetness from the black truffle honey. The salad was also very good, nice plating, lots of stuff. The dumplings themselves lack flavor but a chili sauce made up for it. The numerous large olives looked impressive but were bland, no strong olive taste, no saltiness. Rundle was very nice, spread out, comfortable seats, a great view out of our window. As a tourist I suppose looking in any direction is a 'great view', this is such a beautiful part of the world. Our server worked closely with us throughout our visit, a nice person who provided information and recommendations, and shared experiences. We ate so much we pushed our dinner reservation back half an hour.

    Sandwich and treats
    Scott G.

    Absolutely beautiful experience. The Fairmont built in 1888 is fun to explore and the views are one of a kind. Service is definitely 5 star! Start with Persecco and biscuit and jam and then on for leisurely tea, sandwiches and sweet treats!

    seating
    Scott W.

    Arrived after a long day on tour bus. We are staying at the Fairmont, so not interested in going to far. Not hungry enough for a full dinner, so we settled on the Rumble Bar. It's a beautiful space, and the views out the windows are breathtaking. The space is well appointed, but not especially for our party of six. The modern looking tables and chairs didn't lend themselves to being pushed together. We made it work. The drinks and food are overpriced, but you're at a Fairmont. We ordered a couple drinks and sandwiches. I got the Ember Cocktail, and my spouse ordered a Amber Ale. Good choices. We tried a Lobster Roll and Pork Belly Bowl. While we were waiting they brought us some nuts and popcorn. Which was delicious and took the edge off the hunger. Lucky for us, because it took a bit to server our food. The Lobster Roll was okay, but not up to Fairmont standards. It was more of a Maine style, more like lobster salad. And there was more roll than lobster. The Pork Belly very good, warm flavorful, and a good portion. There are plenty of other great places to dine. We won't be coming back to this one.

    Afternoon tea menu
    Ves S.

    Came by for afternoon tea $90 pp. Great views and great tea bites! Doesn't sound like a lot of food but we were stuffed with delicious sandwiches and pastries.

    Calamari & Loaded Chips
    Matt P.

    Located inside the Fairmont Banff. There's guest parking after the round about in the back. It's $15 per hour and on the left is the outdoors parking and the right side is covered parking. To get to the Rundle Bar you have to walk through the entrance and take the elevator up 1 floor. It's on your right when you exit the elevator. We were lucky enough to be able to score a table on the patio. This is the move if you come here. Great views of the valley and the mountains. It was a bit hot when we were there, but the staff was nice enough to move us to a more shaded area. The drinks here are just ok, but the food was pretty good. Especially the calamari. But expect the pricing to be higher than normal because it's the Fairmont and you are paying for the view. You don't get a lot with the calamari, so you will need to pair that with another item as that will not fill you up.

    Jordan F.

    Afternoon Tea service review - STUNNING. Absolutely my favorite afternoon tea service that I had ever attended. First of all, if you're lucky enough to sit by the window, your views will be spectacular and it will only elevate your experience. The tea selection and the food items were all delicious!! If you're concerned about dietary restrictions, you can discuss with your host! The staff was amazing and so pleasant, cannot thank them enough for the great experience. Photos and words do not do this place justice, I wish I could go here every weekend!

    Drinks at the bar were amazing!!  The bartenders, service and ambiance were all top notch.
    Jay K.

    Drinks at the bar were amazing!! The bartenders, service and ambiance were all top notch.

    Bar area
    Madeline D.

    Chic, cozy, and worth every sip -- Rundle Bar delivers. Rundle Bar is the kind of place you wander into for a drink and end up staying for the atmosphere. Nestled inside the stunning Fairmont Banff Springs, the space strikes that rare balance of historic charm and modern elegance. Think castle vibes but with cocktail flair. We grabbed a seat by the massive windows with views of the Rockies -- you really can't beat that backdrop. The drink menu is curated but creative. I had the espresso martini and it was perfection -- balanced, not too sweet, and presented beautifully. The bartenders know what they're doing and are happy to make recommendations. Small plates were just as solid. The charred avocado and dumplings were fabulous. It's a great spot for a pre-dinner drink, wind-down, or just to people-watch in plush armchairs. Yes, it's on the pricier side -- but you're paying for the experience, the view, and that Fairmont-level service. Totally worth it. Would absolutely come back. Great for dates, drinks with friends, or a solo moment of main-character energy.

    Sandra M.

    My friend and I went for cocktails at Rundle Bar, located in the Fairmont Lake Louise. The ambiance was moody and very relaxing. We were able to secure a seat with an amazing mountain view; it made our experience. I ordered the Rundle Gin cocktail, which is their homemade gin. The cocktails were around $20+ and served with nuts and popcorn. Would recommend!

    Courtney F.

    This spot was super cool. We were lucky to catch it after a tour of the castle, otherwise I would have been clueless how to get here. The space is HUGE and wide open, gorgeous decor, very welcoming and comfortable. The outdoor space is amazing with fantastic views. Great drinks (at a price), but definitely a good experience to have a cocktail and enjoy the area. I would say a must do for the Banff area!

    Belle A.

    Best place for high tea or chatting with friends, especially with a million-dollar view of Mt. Rundle!! Our server Amy hails from England, so we knew we were up for a true tradition of High tea at one of the best places known for scenery unmatched anywhere!! We entered the Rundle Bar and caught a glimpse of a floor to ceiling library, which turned out to be a secret door to an epic Speakeasy!! The Fairmont Banff Springs just exudes old world luxury and offers the finest in service, whether for high tea or special events like birthdays, anniversaries, or weddings. We thoroughly enjoyed our tea with the variety of sweet and savory sandwiches and scones and desserts! The view is unrivaled and made for an unforgettable experience! Amy was so knowledgeable about the many teas from around the world and she provided outstanding friendly service!

    Afternoon tea
    Janice T.

    Afternoon tea was a lovely close to our time in Banff. I strongly recommend making reservations on Open Table for afternoon tea as it tends to book fast. We did this prior to leaving the states. Our new friend we made was able to make her own reservation the day before for afternoon tea to join us at the Rundle Bar. Make sure to request a table near the window for the glorious views of Mt. Rundle as the backdrop. Staff are extremely vigilant with accommodating food allergies/dietary restrictions and they confirm the guests at the table with the dietary restrictions as well as the specific restrictions. Amy was our knowledgable server on various teas and she was very patient and did an excellent job of explaining the options throughout the afternoon tea. Prior to making recommendations, she inquired of our preferences to narrow the selection. She took the time listing each of our savory and sweet treats, some which varied from each other as two of us have specific food allergies. The tea timer was explained according to how strong you would like to steep your tea. All three of us picked different teas so we could sample more than one. The masala chai, the creamy earl grey and the fresh market, and as a bonus we had the ice wine. My favorite was the market fresh, which had strong notes of berries and the vibrant red/maroon color was appealing. The Rundle Bar on the second floor where afternoon tea is held is such a delightful treat! From the fantastic views to the wonderful service and delicious food, I enjoyed every moment of it! If you are booking afternoon tea or their cocktail classes they can be reserved through open table, otherwise for regular dinner reservations, call.

    Afternoon tea sandwiches and cakes

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    4.4
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    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.

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    Bold Style. Big Taste.
    Each one of our cocktails are carefully hand crafted to your taste.
    Each one of our cocktails are carefully hand crafted to your taste.
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    Rose & Crown Banff

    Rose & Crown Banff

    3.7
    (109 reviews)
    1.5 km
    $$

    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!

    Okay so the views from the rooftop are great, but the rooftop is ROWDY. I'm in my twenties and…read moredidn't want to spend my evening with so many twenty year olds. It seems like quite the après ski spot, but I don't think any of the people there actually went skiing that day. It was basically a huge frat party on the rooftop with canned beer for purchase and a DJ. If you're looking for a nice, classy spot to watch the sunset - this is not it. We were crammed in the corner next to their barricaded section of the rooftop and didn't stick around longer than it took us to finish the drinks we bought downstairs.

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    Banff September sunset.
    Banff September sunset.
    White and Kokanee go great together with sun and sky.

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    Bluebird

    Bluebird

    4.3
    (158 reviews)
    1.7 km

    Love love love this place. Came here for brunch (and surprised to see that it's a steakhouse…read moreplace...thought we got the wrong place). Great ambience, lovely and (VERY) attentive services. 3 people checked on us to see if anyone is already helping or if we need anything. Ordered the prime rib toast (wich is unexpectedly very delish..favorful..balanced...unlike all those toast i have eaten before...omg, im drooling as im typing). And ordered french omellette (my friend is vegetarian and she said it's absolutely tasty and yummy and she is happy to see quite good options for no-meat dish). We went to 4 other places during our 3days in banff, this is the ONLY place she praised (not simply bc of veg options,but the fact that its delish). That means something! They also generously gave us lemon cheesecake as bday cake (it was my bday and kinda nice to have small sweet celebration considering i was away from home). It was also our last day and we went to airport right after this brunch . What a beautiful end of our trip. Thank you, bluebird team!

    Here's the thing....our service was awesome. The vibes were cool inside. We came for happy hour -…read more50% off fondue and other items. If I wasn't there for that, I would have been disappointed and felt that was too expensive. The broccolini was delightful and my husband really enjoyed the "bacon" for dipping into the fondue. Cocktails weren't our favorite and the overall consensus was it was our weakest dinner reservation of our time in Banff. However, the people next to us ordered various cuts of steak and those looked unbelievable!

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    Killer setting!
    Killer setting!
    Key lime pie - proper color and great cream topping w flecks of lime zest.  Just right.
    Key lime pie - proper color and great cream topping w flecks of lime zest. Just right.
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    The Prow

    The Prow

    4.8
    (18 reviews)
    2.3 km

    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!!!

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    Bison short rib
    Bison short rib
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