Such a hidden gem! A local in downtown Banff recommended this place and so thankful we went. The…read moreviews inside the restaurant were worth it alone but the service and food left us feeling lucky we discovered this place. We had a hazy on tap and a cider that was delicious! We opted for the flatbread(such amazing flavors) and a chicken Tika wrap. The service was outstanding, thank you Hannah! We learned a few things about the post secondary education center this restaurant was located in and realized we stumbled upon rarity. It's a small walk to the restaurant from the parking garage but my suggestion is just asking a local around how to find the front doors. Soooo dang good. We will be back. The ambiance and service set this place apart from the hustle and mediocrity in downtown

Great view, excellent server who was very conscientious, Carrot/ginger soup and hot chocolate were…read moreyummy. Agree with E.G.

I stepped in here to meet some friends who were based in Banff, while I was hiding in Canmore in…read morethe evening. Fair warning the steaks do not come with sides! You have to order them and they claim they are shareable in what is a rice bowl size O_O. I just was disappointed. It's a nice looking restaurant- there's shareable oversized steaks? But I never found myself a sharing person with steaks because it just feels like a food court experience at that point. When booking the reservation we notified there were two bday people- there were no complimentary desserts, Rather saddening because the price point was steep.

We ate dinner here after arriving in Banff…read more The restaurant is part of the Canoe Lodge hotel complex but they are open to non-residents. The restaurant has a welcome area next to a large bar (some people were eating here) and then two further dining rooms and an outdoor terrace area too. Although the restaurant was extremely busy, the staff were very good at accommodating us and other diners. We had the focaccia to start, followed by the green bean tempura (served with fries, salsa and ketchup) and tuna poke bowl. The focaccia was huge, but very light, and came with dipping oil. Both mains were very good - fresh ingredients and clearly freshly prepared. We accompany them with some alcohol free lager, and the waitress kept us topped up with water throughout the meal. (Service was generally very good.) My partner had the baked cheesecake for dessert, which also went down well. With tip, the meal came to just over CN$100, which we thought was pretty good for what we had. We would happily recommend.

Stopped by Sudden Sally for happy hour when vacationing with a fried in Baniff. The happy hour…read moreoffers 50% OFF all drinks and small plates. The space has a lively, upbeat atmosphere that makes it a great spot to grab a drink and share a few bites. They offer a menu of elevated comfort foods along with curated cocktails, local beers and hand-selected wines. I ordered the Spicy Blood Orange Margarita, made with jalapeño-infused tequila, orange liqueur, blood orange purée, and lime. It had a great balance of citrusy sweetness with a noticeable jalapeño kick. For food, I ordered the Chicken Wings, tossed in Japanese steak sauce and served with herb citrus ranch. The wings had a nice savory glaze and paired really well with the cooling ranch. My friend ordered the West Coast Cobb, with candied salmon, cheese, egg, bacon, avocado, tomato, corn, cucumber, and herb citrus ranch. It was a substantial salad with plenty of toppings and a nice mix of sweet, savory, creamy, and fresh flavors. I also tried the Iceberg Wedge, which was a classic choice with cheese, herbs and a tomato vinaigrette and a nice complement to the chicken wings. The service was attentive and friendly through the dining experience. Overall, Suddenly Sally is a fun option for happy hour when you're looking for creative cocktails, shareable food, and a lively atmosphere.

We had buffet breakfasts & a dinner in our hotel, in the Crave Mountain Grill. Lucas was the…read morewaiter assigned to our room, he cleared tables, took drink orders & came around with a thermos refilling our coffee mugs. Craven was very busy when we were there. There were many different travel groups coming and going. The breakfast buffet was abundant. There were hot, chafing dishes with chicken or pork sausages, French toast, pancakes, potatoes, and scrambled eggs. The was a toaster with a bread bar, some sliced meats, sliced fresh fruits, yogurts, cheeses, a cereal bar, a juice selection, and a smoothie. The dinner was lovely. I enjoyed all of the fresh vegetable options. The Caprese salad, balsamic basil vinaigrette were fabulous. The chicken and a vegetarian pasta dish were beautifully displayed. The desserts were as good as they looked. We enjoyed our abundant dinner.

Not sure where to start on this one. The meals came out before the appetizer, every other table had…read moredirty plates on them and no one was bussing, it took at least 10 minutes to get a refill. I can't believe the hotel allows this place to represent them.

After an afternoon in Banff, we returned to Canmore and decided to eat at the Elita Restaurant run…read moreby a gracious Ukrainian couple. They have a fairly large variety of food on their menu. My wife had the Ukrainian vegetarian perogies and I had the beef and mushroom stroganoff. Both of our meals were excellent. Very friendly and attentive service.

Had a wonderful early evening meal and talked with the owner/chef. The cod was excellent. Cocktails…read more(margarita and sangria) were tasty. Everything well prepared. Enjoyed our meal. Highly recommend.

Quiet diner-style restaurant in Banff…read more I had the chili and it was very chunky heavy on the peppers, but came with sour cream and a side of cornbread (which was delicious). They charge for lemon water, which was the first time I've ever encountered some place of the sort, but it was listed on the menu so that information was clear.

We went on a Saturday morning around 10 am. We were seated immediately on the outdoor patio. We…read moreordered the salmon eggs benedict and the salmon frittata. Both came with potatoes. Our server, Christian, was helpful and gave us a few tips on hikes in the area. The eggs benedict was superb. We were told they make the hollandaise sauce every morning. I'm not a big fan of the sauce but this was excellent. I could skip the frittata; the eggs benedict is where it is at. The patio was nice, but it is small and can get crowded with people walking by.

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

the maple leaf has a cozy ambiance and attentive service that made for a pleasant dining…read moreexperience. unfortunately, the food was a bit hit or miss the standout was definitely the slow braised bison short rib. it was incredibly tender, fell right off the bone, and was beautifully plated. the bison burger came in second and the patty had a wonderful smoky char the bison bolognese, however, left much to be desired. both the pasta and meat were on the drier side, and the flavors fell flat. the biggest disappointment was the maple glazed salmon and prawns. the glaze was more like a thick overly sweet syrup and the salmon and shrimp themselves were fairly bland with a slightly fishy flavor my experience is inconsistent with the other reviews, but personally id just recommend the bison short rib and skip the others

Absolutely delicious breakfast, french toast with a raspberry compote and pistachio nuts sprinkled…read moreon top. Good portion and I had leftovers to take back to my VRBO. The place was cute, quiet and the service was great. I will definitely come back next time I am in Canmore.

This spot is definitely a hidden gem. We came with a group of 7, including two picky eaters, on our…read morelast night in Canmore and all agreed it was the best meal we had all week. Between us, we had salmon, butter chicken, duck, and steak - all fantastic. You can tell the chef is very skilled, and our server was so kind and patient. Even though the restaurant is small, they were able to accommodate our big group. I can't recommend it enough!