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Rundle Bar

4.3 (161 reviews)
Open • 11:30 am - 1:00 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.

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.

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

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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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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Bluebird - Tomato salad

Tomato salad

Bluebird - Fire pit on patio

Fire pit on patio

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Good Folk - Bison Burger

Good Folk

4.8(48 reviews)
2.4 km

Good Folk (in the Otter Hotel), 600 Banff Avenue, Banff Alberta…read more On the next to last day of a 12-day rail vacation from Washington, D.C. to Banff, Kevin Guadagnoli, my travel advisor from Amtrak Vacations, had booked me a two-night stay at The Canoe Hotel & Suites. He had booked my bus transport from Banff to the airport in Calgary, and while I waited for the bus I had time for breakfast before the bus arrived. Right next door to The Canoe the Otter Hotel offered meals at the on-site restaurant, Good Folk. I was looking for a light breakfast, and Halle promptly brought me a menu and some water. The variety of offerings was excellent: in the listing were steelhead trout gravlax (dill goat cheese, pickled Spanish onion, everything bagel, rosti bravas, $25CAD), banana caramel French toast (double smoked bacon, candied squash seeds, Canadian maple syrup, vanilla crème fraiche, $22CAD), and the Good Folk Breakfast (two eggs, duck fat rosti bravas, sourdough toast, choice of wild board chorizo sausage, double smoked bacon or ancho squash & cippolini onion, $22CAD). Hoping to keep it light, I asked Halle for a mimosa ($13), and from the list of side dishes I ordered two poached eggs with sourdough toast and house-made strawberry-mango jam ($13). In short order Halle was back with my order and a refill on my water. She was pleasant, attentive, and did a great job throughout the meal. The restaurant was spacious, well-lit, offered a full bar, permitted low-volume conversations, and was ready with no waiting. There was both indoor and outdoor seating (this was July), and the mountain views from my table were awe-inspiring.

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.

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Good Folk - Inside and outside dining option is deceivingly homey compared to the hight of culinary offerings.

Inside and outside dining option is deceivingly homey compared to the hight of culinary offerings.

Good Folk - Roasted Wild Mushroom Flatbread

Roasted Wild Mushroom Flatbread

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Hello Sunshine

Hello Sunshine

4.2(220 reviews)
1.7 km

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!

Hellooo?? Why didn't we eat here sooner? This is def one of the highlights to such a surprisingly…read morefoodcentric adventure up north. The menu is quite extensive and there's options for everyone. Food portions are great and we loved most of what we ordered but my personal faves were the miso glazed beef ribs, yuzu slaw, and bao buns combo. You can cut the ribs up and stuff them into the buns and top it off with the slaw *chefs kiss*. The drinks were yum, I got the NA matcha colada which I think was the best option out of the spirit free offerings. For dessert we tried the mile high miso pie which was very indulgent and a bit too sweet for us but very interesting combo of flavors esp if you love savory over sweet. The interior is gorgeous and there's a karaoke room in the back for parties. Plenty of bathrooms which are private rooms, love. They even have their own merch out front lol. I'm a fan and def would return when I'm back in Banff.

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Hello Sunshine - Gorgeous interior

Gorgeous interior

Hello Sunshine - Salmon Teriyaki

Salmon Teriyaki

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The Prow - Meatball

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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The Prow - Bison short rib

Bison short rib

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