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Rundle Bar

4.3 (161 reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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Delicious cocktail with great views
Veronique C.

We stopped for drinks, and enjoyed the views while relaxing over cocktails. The atmosphere is classy as expected at the Fairmont, but our waiter could have used a bit of training.

Desserts
Terra S.

I was so excited for tea here for my birthday, but then they could not seat us by the window, which was disappointing, but we still got pictures there at the end so that was fine. When I asked her why, she said it depended on when we made the reservation. I told her I made it a month ago and she said the other party also made it a month ago but right before me. Sounded like a lie to me. The view is spectacular. That's why you want a window spot, otherwise you can't see anything and it's not even worth it. While the tea is excellent. I thought the food that was part of the tea was just OK. I've had better food at teas in Vegas and also at the Grand Floridian in Orlando. Also, you can get the same tea at the spa for free. So just go to the spa and try all the teas, plus their snacks are free. FYI: The following tees are the ones that are also found at the spa that are on the menu; creamy Earl Grey, decaffeinated English breakfast, imperial breakfast, Kyushu Japan sencha, Flores's Barry garden, Egyptian chamomile, and Oregon Mint. These were found at the spa, but I did not see on the menu, but they might call them something else: revitalize green and white tea, skin and beauty, and Jasmine gold dragon. Menu pic is attached. So the sandwiches, the mushroom and truffle was so gross. They just need to get rid of that one. My mom and I both like mushrooms and truffle and that was not good. We both did not like that one. The deviled ham was good, the egg salad sandwich was a little bland, chicken was OK and the salmon was good. Out of the desserts they had on the tray, I pretty much liked them all except the chocolate ones, but that's only because I'm not a chocolate fan. My mom liked that one and she likes chocolate.. they had Pavlova, green apple moose, forest berries, Saint-honore, which was a white chocolate ganache and a pastry cream, and macaroons. They start you off with Prosecco, which was nice and delicious. Definitely try the creamy earl grey tea. That is the best. I later switched to Flora's Berry garden, which was good as well, but I did like the creamy earl Grey better, which is strange because I never like Earl Grey tea. So that's how good that one was! Oh, and definitely eat the biscuits with jam. The jam was amazing!

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.

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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.

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!

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!

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!

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Rundle Bar Reviews in Other Languages

Bluebird

Bluebird

4.3(159 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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Rose & Crown Banff

Rose & Crown Banff

3.7(109 reviews)
1.5 km
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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!

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SOCIAL

3.6(28 reviews)
1.1 km
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This was the perfect place for a late dinner for the four of us. We had just come in from our long…read moreday on the Rocky Mountaineer and definately wanted some dinner, [large or small]. From where the hotel is located you can not take a quick walk downtown so we came here. It was definitely a good choice. We were immediately greet by the smiling-friendly hostess who sat us quickly. The ambiance around this area was wonderful. The HUGE fireplace was very special but not lit yet. The overall appearance was soothing with comfortable tables and chairs. Our server came up and brought us some menus and took a drink order. Just a lovely young lady. It did not take long for our food to be delivered... Sone fish tacos, chicken sandwiches and salads. Food was excellent and we all enjoyed. Everything was fresh and tasty. The pricing was also favorable. I had the fish tacos which were excellent. These were as good-fresh-tasty as anyone I had every had. Everyone else was very satisfied with their choices. (There are a few pictures attached to this review.) After a long day on the train coming here, sitting back and enjoying the atmosphere and food was a grand treat. This part in the hotel was wonderful alongwith all other areas of the Rimrock. KUDOs to the team at the Social

Top notch service- some of the most personable people and conversation starting employees I've ever…read moremet anywhere in the world. Not just one, but every single one. Seriously, whoever trained the employees in being personable needs a friggin Michelin Star just for service training! That being said... the food was also excellent. I hate ordering a chicken sandwich for dinner, especially a $29 chicken sandwich, but damn did it taste worth every bit of that Canadian tourist location exchange rate with the seasonings and preparation. The everything focaccia bun? Perfection- and raise it with being buttered and toasted on the grill, not just tossed on cold. I'm sure they had to fly that avocado in from Mexico too because it was pretty fresh- unfortunately the iceberg lettuce didn't make the trip as easily, but it still had crunch. We would have loved a seat in the lounge, but alas the table to low seat ratio felt a bit challenging for having a true elbows on the table kind of sandwich meal, so we opted for bar table seating instead. It was a bit awkward to have bar music playing while the live musician was also playing in the lounge- which would be the biggest atmosphere change I'd make to elevate the experience- otherwise the atmosphere provides a nice variety of options no matter what you like. What really made me love this was that I drove here and needed to park in the garage; and parking was validated by the restaurant before leaving. Unfortunately the parking lot ticket reader had problems accepting the validated parking ticket- but the call button led to the switchboard and solved the problem. Service was on top of it, even when machines failed.

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Chicken Avocado Sandwich w/ Soup of the Day $29

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Banff Social

3.9(28 reviews)
1.7 km

Unbeatable: Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese…read more My wife and I, along with 3 members of our family from California, were spending a week visiting the Canadian Rockies. Canmore was our base so we needed a place for dinner each of the 7 nights. While walking in Banff and needing a quick lunch, we found Banff Social. - Overall: 5 - Location: 5 - Exterior: 5 - Ambiance: 4 - Menu: 4 - Food: 5 - Service: 5 - Price and Value: 5 Pros: - Location: Convenient to the downtown area. In the midst of everything. - Exterior: Very nice with 2 attractive patios outside. - Ambiance: Casual. The patios are great in good weather. A section just inside from the patios is bright and light. The large interior is quiet and soothing...if a bit dark. - Menu: Moderate size with several selections in all the main categories...including choices for vegetarians. - Food: Excellent. Three of the 5 in our group chose a bowl of tomato confit soup ($15).....made without cream.....along with a grilled cheese sandwich ($10). They were among the best of each we've ever had. I could have gone back for dinner. Another family member had a plate with Ahi Tuna and vegetables ($28) while the 5th person ordered a Grilled Chicken Sandwich ($27). Both said "very good". - Service: Superior. We told our server, Brock, that we had only had 40 minutes. He got the orders in ASAP...the kitchen pushed them out the door and we ate...but not in a hurry...and enjoyed a fine meal. Brock was friendly and helpful. - Price and Value: Reasonable. Cons: None We'd heartily recommend Banff Social for any meal - especially the Tomato Confit Soup with a Grilled Cheese Sandwich on the patio or front portion of the restaurant.

My son ordered the Bison burger and said it was amazing. But unfortunately the rest of the meal…read morewas not good. The steak tasted very burnt and parts were very chewy. Had to spit out a couple bites and didn't end up eating parts because it was all fat. I ordered the Chickpea panisse and avocado sandwich, and I can honestly say it was one of the worst sandwiches I've ever eaten. It tasted hideous. I ordered the tomato soup in place of the French fries and it was very meh. They didn't give a spoon with the soup and we waited awhile but the server didn't come, so grabbed the spoon ourselves. The service was friendly but very slow. We also ordered the kids margarita pizza. It tasted okay but was small and felt very overpriced. Overall, I don't recommend this place. We went in because there was no line (I'm not surprised). But if you do end up there, order the Bison burger and steer clear of everything else.

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Banff Social - Alberta Bison Burger ($29) - Merlot caramelized onions, tomato mustard jam, smoked aged gouda, house made pickles, brioche bun

Alberta Bison Burger ($29) - Merlot caramelized onions, tomato mustard jam, smoked aged gouda, house made pickles, brioche bun

Banff Social - Alberta Bison Burger ($29) - Merlot caramelized onions, tomato mustard jam, smoked aged gouda, house made pickles, brioche bun

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Bear Street Tavern

Bear Street Tavern

4.2(559 reviews)
1.7 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.

Poor experience. I visited at 4:45 pm on a Sat. It was busy but there were several open seats at…read morethe bar. He said there was a two hour wait. So I left. As soon as I went outside I was able to reserve a table for one person at the bar right away and every 15 minute increment thereafter. So ridiculous to lie just to try to make yourself seem bougie.

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