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What could be better than dining atop a beautiful mountain in the heart of Alberta Canada? During our trip to Banff National Park, I surprised my man with a gondola ride up Sulphur Mountain and a tasty lunch at this bistro that comes with phenomenal views. Reservations are a must and make sure you book way in advance. We were there in late September so the season was shifting. Our day up here weather wise was overcast and a little chilly but we had a great time. Ok, let's talk about the food and drink. We started with a loaded Sky Caesar. This drink was perfect to share and it got our taste buds going. To begin our meal, we ordered the Caesar salad which was so light but really good. Next we enjoyed the Canadian Chowder, the beef burger (with delicious Alberta meat), and the Tagliatelle. We really loved our meal and trying the Canadian Chowder was fun. Service was great and our view was panoramic from every angle. I really love the huge windows that allow you to view the gorgeous Canadian Rockies. It was a perfect way to spend our last day here and I highly recommend should you take the gondola up to the top. A great date place!
Despite the smoke haze from nearby fires, the ceiling to floor windows overlooking Banff atop Sulfur Mountain was still amazing (even with the haze)! Moreover, the food was top notch. Sure, it came with a price, but it was far better than most top of the mountain foods I've crossed paths with in recent history. I ordered the smoked salmon which was served layered atop and in between potato pancakes. Dill cream cheese, roe, and some pickled onions also added bites of creaminess, richness, and acidity that made the dish very very tasty. My friends ordered a variety of other dishes including the bangers and mash, fried chicken, and a very plant forward pasta. Out of all of those, I do think the bangers and mash were my favorite. We also ordered some drinks and there was a Saskatoon cider that was super tasty! All in all, great experience! Get a reservation if you want a seat closer to the window to enjoy the views. You can take the gondola to this restaurant if you don't want to ascend the 2400m on foot, but my friends and I? We exercise to eat!
We got super lucky! No reservation. Just took a chance and walked in. We were willing to go back down the mountain and find something in town but thought what the heck... let's ask. I think we hit the timing 'just right'. Folks were leaving as we walked in. Plus, we were only 2 people. If you had more than 2... that'was more of a challenge and a long wait. The bar seating is first come, first serve. Of course, there are only like 5 seats at the small bar, and we would have sat there as it looked like people were finishing up, but the hostess said she had a table for 2 open up. Service was very good as was the food. The surprise of the night.... Pistachio Pate. I wanted to give it a try because it sounded different but really was not expecting it to be as good as it was. I mean... you don't even miss the 'meat'. It's rich and creamy and the pickled veg really help cut the richness. It's a creative... innovative dish that really is a delight. My duck was quite tasty although I wish the skin was a bit more cooked ... seared more. It was a bit too chewy. The husband ordered the Bison and it was rich and tender. Quite delicious! All in all... a lovely dinner and experience. If this is someplace you really really want to dine at... highly recommend a reservation. If you want to wing it like we did, I hope it works out as well for you as it did for us.
The views and ambiance-8/10 very beautiful, I recommend to get a reservation if you can Food-4/10 overpriced obviously, but if the quality was good I wouldn't mind. My burger came out well done even tho I told them medium rare....it took 100 years to get too. Service was sooooooo slow. Service -2/10. I understand if ur busy, but when people who came AFtER you get their food before you that is just ridiculous. And I'm expecting the food to be top notch if I wait a million years. The chowder soup we got was very good but it was lukewarm! It tasted like it had been sitting out! So disappointed.
The restaurant is located at the top of the gondola ride on the third floor of the building. We made reservations weeks in advanced. When we showed up 10-minutes early there was a couple in front of us that didn't have a reservation and they were given a shaded window seat with a view of Banff National Park. We, with reservations made weeks prior, were given seats with the sun beating on us and a gorgeous view of the their solar panels on their lower roof. This was upsetting to say the least. What was the point of making a reservation then? We ordered the smoked salmon and short rib beef tartine. The short rib beef tartine was solid, but I wasn't impressed by the "smoked" salmon. It was nothing special, the salmon didn't taste smoked at all. Would not recommend that dish to anyone. We also ordered the Apple mule zero-proof cocktail. This was fine. Our server, Makiko, was awesome. She talked through the menu and answered our questions. She heard that we're going down to Canmore tomorrow and recommended their farmers market. She was a rare bright spot in our dining experience.
I've heard that it's worth it to stop by for a meal at this spot but I have to admit that I was a bit skeptical due to it being in a tourist attraction. I'm glad I was wrong! This was one of the best experiences I had in Banff. The food was amazing, and actually reasonably priced for the premium meats/seafood you are getting. The short rib dish was incredible and the seafood chowder was loaded and delicious. And we really appreciated the service here and that they tried to seat my wife and I at the windows. It was a great lunch with absolutely spectacular views!
Our hosts brought us to the top of Sulphur mountain to enjoy some snowy views and planned for a lunch at Sky Bistro. It was completely foggy and snowy outside, which made it feel like we were dining in the clouds. The main dining area feels cozy and inviting, with great service from all the staff. The lunch came with a soup or salad and an entrée, I ended up getting the seafood chowder and the rancher's pie. The seafood chowder was really good, filled with tender clams, snappy shrimp, and smoky bacon without being overly heavy or thick. The topping of tobiko was really unique, it added a nice texture and brightness to the soup. The rancher's pie was a huge portion and came with a little side salad. The mashed potatoes were creamy and flavorful, and I appreciated the time they took to pipe it on top. The braised short rib below was so tender, with bits of delicious thick-cut bacon in the mix too. We got to enjoy conversation after lunch too, we weren't rushed in any regard. Overall, this was such a great meal, from the ambiance to the service to the food. Best meal I had in Alberta by far!
Love, love love this place! Not just for the view, but the food that I ordered was really delicious as well! I had the short rib, beef, tartine, and my mom had the tagliatelle, both delicious. Make reservations right away in advance and also make sure you have reservations for the Banff gondola as it's at the top and you have to have gondola tickets in order to get up there. If you're going to the number one destination in Banff, you might as well make a reservation at sky bistro as well! If you're in a group of two, you can get right by the window, but if you're in a bigger party more than likely, you will not be by the window so if you need to split up, I would do it. The service here is really nice as well.
Sky Bistro was an incredible dining experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was stunning, and having a reservation made everything smooth. The menu was refreshingly unique-- I had the smoked salmon, which was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. Our server, Bam, was outstanding--friendly, knowledgeable, and gave great insight into both the menu and the local area. This spot is a must if you're taking the gondola to the top--well worth it for the view and the food!
What a memorable experience!! I took my husband here to celebrate his birthday. It was a surprise, and he had no idea. He was very impressed, especially with the views. We were lucky to be placed at a table right next to the window as it is first come first serve. My personal favorites of that day were pretty much everything we ordered. The pork chops were tender, perfectly complimented by a sweet glaze. The pistachio pate was quite interesting. It is completely vegan. I loved the creamy texture and how buttery it was. It was definitely a very decadent meal. The birthday cake was on the house, although it did not taste great and was dry, but we definitely appreciated the thought. It was also beautifully decorated. The staff were super sweet and accommodating. They really took the time to explain the menu. This experience is a must if you are visiting Banff for the first time and celebrating something special. It can be quite pricey, especially you also have to pay for the gondola ride up to the restaurant.
We ate at Sky Bistro after hiking up Sulphur Mountain. We were seated by the windows, overlooking the mountains. We started with a glass of Prosecco, and enjoyed the incredible view. I ordered the duck with Alberta grain, apple butter and endive. The duck had a smokey, yet salty flavour to it and the apple butter complemented it perfectly. The Alberta grain was cooked al dente and was a bit chewy. My friend ordered the short rib, which was very tender and flavourful. The food was very enjoyable, however I wish the portion sizes were larger. The service at the Sky Bistro was great; the hostess took our coats at the entrance and our waitress was friendly and attentive.
Wish I can add a few more stars to this place. Nothing but positive feedback. We walked in with no reservation but they were so kind to sit us down right away and we were able to get a window seat as I've heard(everybody's dream) the views are spectacular. Carla our waitress was the sweetest and make our visit even more enjoyable. If we had questions she didn't hesitate and was very well informed. We ordered some drinks, Beet salad & Minestrone to start off. I've been in the look out for Beet's salads everywhere I go and Man oh man.. this one I will remember. The flavors were out of this world and every bite had me going back for more. We ordered their Brisket Burger as well and that was delicious as well she was so kind as well to have them cut in half cause we're sharing. Our drinks were just epic I had the coconut fizz(no alcohol) but was till delicious and we also tried their passionfruit sour and that was mind blowing. Our experience here was fantastic. You have to come with an opened mind, you will pay for the view and drinks and experience for sure but well worth it in my opinion. When we left there were many people waiting outside. Do yourself a favor and make a reservation so can dine way up here it's an experience you will never forget.
3 years ago
Outstanding experience not to be forgotten. Manager Jenny went beyond expectations to make this a very memorable lunch for my daughter, who has a terminal illness. She provided the best table, complimentary champagne and dessert, and even gifted my daughter with a sweatshirt. The cocktails were 10/10. Mine was the bartenders special of the day and my daughter had a mountain mule, made to perfection. We started we a caesar salad to share and had two mains. Chicken with waffles (hers), & seafood chowder for me. Both were excellent but it was chicken and waffles for the win. Thank you to our great server Morgan and to Jenny for making this an unforgettable meal for us. We are so grateful. read more
1 year ago
HIGHLY RECOMMEND SKY BISTRO! My favorite food experience I had during my trip to Banff. While this restaurant was upscale and a little pricier, I think it was well worth it. Dining in the Sky Bistro was truly phenomenal - with the absolutely unreal views of the mountains. UGH I WANNA GO BACK! First you gotta ride the gondola up the mountain (or hike, but i personally could never lol), and the ride is a trip! absolutely stunning! you get a whole view of the valley. The service was also out of this world. idk if its just canadians being way nicer than americans but it was a culture shock haha. I had made a reservation well in advance, but I stupidly booked the next day on accident! They were able to squeeze us in & accommodate us - thank goodness! Our waitress was soooo helpful and engaging, going above and beyond to provide excellent service and asking about our trip/personal lives. I wish I could have remembered her name to shout her out! (But from what I overheard at other tables, all the servers seemed just as incredible!) The food & drinks were also outstanding. I have to shout out their PASSIONFRUIT SANGRIA - it was probably my favorite cocktail I've ever had. It tasted like pure passionfruit juice. I need to find a way to make it at home. In terms of entrees, we got the PESTO ORECCHIETTE, FRIED CHICKEN & WAFFLES, and the GRILLED CHEESE. They were all fantastic, but the orecchiette was probably my favorite of the 3! read more
We had reservations for 4 at 11:30am on a Saturday in September 2022 and we're glad we did. I'm a bit skeptical of restaurants at tourist attractions, but decided we should experience dining at the top of the mountain regardless. I was mentally prepared for small portions and mediocre food after reading some reviews, but our experienced blew my mind. Our server was amazing and friendly, attentive throughout service. The food was a good portion and had I known the portions were bigger than I previously read about, I probably would've ordered less. We did want to try some whiskey, but they didn't have it in stock. (This seems like an occuring issue everywhere we go). Overall, for a restaurant located on top of a mountain with amazing views, the price we paid was not unreasonable. Food & Drinks: 4/5 - Ordered Elk Bolognese, Chowder, Sky Salad, Salmon open faced sandwich, chicken waffle; Mountain Mule (I wished I knew about the Smoked Old Fashioned before and didn't have to hike after lunch!); Value: 4.5/5 - portions were great Service: 5/5 - Mat was great Overall: 5/5 read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Sky Bistro is a must-do for those who enjoy more upscale experiences after taking a ride up the Banff Gondola. We came for lunch at 12:30 and accidentally made the reservation for 2 instead of 3, but they were graciously able to accommodate us. The decor is beautiful and the view is even better in person! Their lunch menu is on the smaller side, but we all found something we liked, and they were willing to make substitutions. Cocktails were also excellent - especially the coconut margarita! I thought the pricing was pretty reasonable too given the location. Would recommend to anyone visiting Banff, but make your reservation ahead of time! read more
This is on top of Sulphur Mountain, so you either need to buy a ticket to the top (recommended) or hike to the top of the mountain. Reservations: We made reservations via OpenTable. They advertise that there is a "combo reservation" for the gondola and the meal. But I found that it was cheaper to buy them separately. Ambiance: Overall the vibes and the views at the top were incredible. The inside of the restaurant was very cute / the perfect amount of nature-y. This would be a great date night or special occasion for a couple. Service: Service was great. They did not rush us. They helped space the courses out to make it feel elegant. They understood service for sure. Food: Bread - this was good. It kind of looked like a ball of bread. Then it was cut into 8 pieces Caesar Salad - we enjoyed this as well as an appetizer. It was good. Fairly traditional, except it also had fried capers. Duck Wings - we enjoyed this as an appetizer. It was good, and especially since our waiter recommended it I wanted to try it. It was worth getting. Arctic Char - this was our favorite entree. It was light and good. Steak - I could pass on this. It probably would have been good, but the sauce made the whole thing taste cheap. Eating bites of potatoes with the steak did make it more bearable. Drinks - I had the Sweet Georgia and my wife had an Old Fashioned. Both were good. Some of the better drinks we had on the trip. Worth It? It probably is worth it if you know you are going for the view rather than the food. Because the view / ambiance was great and food was just pretty good. (it was definitely worth doing 1 time, but I probably wouldn't go again). read more
A 100/10 experience for anyone visiting Banff and going on the Banff Gondola. Firstly, the views were phenomenal out here. Truly felt like you've been transported to a different world, surrounded by beautiful, snow dusted mountains! Second, the service was INCREDIBLE. Our waitress was so kind and welcoming, and had the most pleasant demeanor! Even when we decided against dessert, she made some other more affordable recommendations for elsewhere in Banff! The food was also delicious, and not that pricey for such a luxurious dining experience. My favorite was the pesto pasta, which was extremely flavorful and the pasta texture was perfect! read more
Me and my fiancé when here while visiting Banff in September. It was super easy to get a reservation. The food menu was very limited but the options were amazing! I had the chicken and waffles and he has the vegetable soup. Both had so much flavor and the presentation was beautiful. The view at the restaurant is spectacular and one of the best. We didn't get a seat by the window but we were close. The tables are slightly close together but not too close. I would recommend if you are in the area read more
A great place to visit when celebrating a special occasion or visiting from out of town. You can watch the sunset, soak in the views and enjoy a great meal/cocktail at the same time. We visited using the package which included the gondola and dinner (appetizer and entree). They were able to seat us 30 min early so that we could watch the sunset over the mountains as we tucked into our appetizers. I had the bison tartar and the port loin which were both amazing and delicious. Would definitely recommend both to any meat eaters! The whole table enjoyed their meals, from the chowder, tuna, beef or artic char. Definitely check out the feature cocktail, as they do make a good drink also! read more
Overall, my dining experience is 5/5! The 4/5 is for the food. The chowder was good with different seafood but don't think the shrimp was necessary. Duck was fried so the meat was a bit dry but good pairing with the cranberry sauce. The mains were delicious! The pork is probably the most tender and savory one that I've ever had. The portion is huge that I'm so stuffed. Salmon tasted super fresh and not fishy at all. Personally, I'm not a huge fan of the lentils. Their winter sangria is amazing and great add on to the dining experience. read more
A truly spectacular experience. The views are amazing! The delicious food was an added bonus. We had a special buffet dinner part of a private event. The charcuterie spread was spot on, the tomato bisque was nice and creamy, and the brisket was delicious! The Moscow Mules with the rosemary simple syrup were incredible. read more
2 years ago
The food and service is 4 stars. The view is 5 stars. We had steak tartar, cauliflower and house bread and they were all delicious. The main entree was the beef. This steak plate was tasty but not special. Service was ok. Our server tried her best but she seemed very busy. I expected more of the food and service since transportation up here we had to pay for the Banff Gondola ride which was an additional $250 for 4 guests. We were able to catch the sunset at 8pm while dining here if you have a 6:30 reservation. But you can always watch the sunset from the outside on the deck. read more
2 years ago
Got a last minute reservation for family and it was great! Our waitress was awesome and even gave us recommendations for other things to do around Banff. The food was great but the bar drink of the day was so good! They have a kids menu but don't typically give out an actual menu so you'll have to ask for one. Recommend for sure if you're visiting the gondola and reservations definitely helped because it was busy. read more
Had a dinner with 6 other of my family members. First the location comes with a million dollar view. Then the staff - their service was just unbelievably good. They were accommodating and attentive. And to top it all they knew the menu and were able to answer what was in it as some of us have dietary restrictions. And then the most important part - food. Even though are thousands of feet away from sea level, the choices and flavours of almost all the foods that we had were just amazing. Even though there was no dairy and egg free dessert the server made sure I had a dessert which was good. In cases like these I really don't mind leaving extra for the team as tips. Right from servers to the people behind the serving counters were well trained and met the tourists needs. Highly recommend read more
Dining up in the sky, what more could you ask for? While planning my trip to Banff, I knew Sky Bistro was on my list. In advance, of four weeks, I made a reservation for my sister and I on a Friday night to celebrate our birthdays. When arriving, they gave us a beautiful seat in the corner of the two floor to ceiling windows! The view was breathtaking. We started with the Alpen Glow and the Passionfruit Sangria. The sangria was refreshing and yummy - definitely more sweet than your typical sangria. The Alpen Glow was made from Wildlife Adventure Gin, White Rum, Jolene's Peppermint Tea, Butterfly Blue Pea, Token Lavender Bitters, Simple Syrup and lime juice. It was also very good - not too strong though. For appetizers, we went with the Oka. It was a fried Canadian cheese with a gooseberry chutney, tomato salad and crostini. I think the gooseberry chutney stole the show for this appetizer, the cheese was otherwise mediocre. For dinner we split a braised short rib (it was good, nothing to write home about) - we had been snacking away all day in Banff so our appetites weren't too big. The combination of oka and short rib filled the two of us up instantly, but I can never say no to a dessert. We went with the crème brûlée, which was perfect in size. The custard had a great texture - it was a great way to end the night. Our server, Ian, was excellent! He gave great recommendations for drinks and food - as well as suggestions for places and activities in Banff. Truly enjoyed his kindness and helpfulness at this beginning of our Banff journey. Overall, I think this is a great experience to have in Banff. The food is definitely good, but not mind blowing. I think the food quality matches the price (~30-50), but it would be SO worth paying ~$60-80 for a slightly more flavorful meal with the view given. I recommend going for the views, a relaxing dinner and excellent service. read more
3 years ago
Sky Bistro is my favorite place in the city! The food, drinks, service, and views are world class. The seed food chowder is an explosion of flavor with every bite. Perfectly seasoned beef and bison for the entree the glaze with both was incredible. If you love garlic bread then the bread is a must order! Service is timely respectable and very well trained. Finally you cannot beat the most incredible views. Booking around sunset is the only way to go here. You mean to tell me this place doesn't have a Michelin Star? This is a must do when in Banff read more
2 years ago
The Sky Bistro is situated on top of Sulphur Mountain 7510ft features Banff's Gandola fine cuisine. The time we had gone, it had just opened- the restaurant was temporarily closed due to the maintenance of the Gandola. Known for their cocktails and mouth savoring mains like Herb Brined Supreme, Saffron Consommé chicken with charred greenery and Kuterra Farmed Salmon Filet-our orders! We drank BC Pinot noire and a sampling of Mountain Mule cocktail. Recommendations: Réservation in advance (30 days in advance for reservations from Friday to Sunday) guarantees a table; although you may want to be seated near the panoramic view, you may not get it as it is first come, first serve. Best time to visit is before sunset to see the spectacular mountain views. If you do arrive early, take a hike 25 minutes each way on their sky boardwalk...another 1000 ft higher. $$-$$$ read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Came up on the gondola and hiked to the observation tower. Afterwards, we needed a place to eat for lunch . We opted to come to the Sky Bistro instead of the buffet. We had to wait an hour since we didn't have a reservation. Once we got our table, Luke, our server, came by and took care of us. We ordered a sangria and a hibiscus mule. Both were tasty. For our starters we did soups. A seafood chowder and a roasted red pepper soup. As for our mains, we had a Caesar salad and a strawberry salad. Both were tasty. To finish it off, we had an orange mousse and it was good. Overall excellent experience. Big thanks to Luke for being attentive. read more
3 years ago
The views are gorgeous and the food matched! I had the pork and my fiancé had the bison. Absolutely delish! The bison is a small portion so be aware. read more
2 years ago
Beautiful location. Really tasty food. Very special!. We were a family of four going for lunch. Few things I would point out- 1. They only let party of two sit right next to the window. The view from the middle of the restaurant is good, but not as spectacular as the ones right agains the floor to ceiling glass windows. 2. The burger is great. The dessert is truly special. I had the "Eton mess". 3. The prawns were very good, but undercooked (raw in the middle). They obliged and cooked to again, but then it was overcooked. Aside from this, it's a really great experience. Would recommend it to anyone read more
4 years ago
I took my girlfriend here for her birthday. They have amazing short ribs. The view is so beautiful that you can't stop looking at. The price is reasonable for the quality and the staff is very helpful. Hugo was our server and he is fantastic. read more
3 years ago
The Sky Bistro was the perfect addition to our Gondola ride! It was reservation only, so be sure to submit those ahead of time! The views are beautiful! (Tip- if you are a group of 2, you are seated very close to the window.) We were seated and attended to immediately by very friendly staff. We had an excellent waitress who served us in a timely manor. The food was great! It was cold when we went, so I got a warm bowl of soup and my husband got the pulled bison. Both were delicious!! 10/10 would recommend!! read more
This place only take reservation 30 days before, and they get booked fast. We booked the "sky experience" which includes the round trip gondola ride, 1 appetizers/soup/salad (pick one from the category) and 1 entry. My choice was: Bison tartar and steak of course. My friend got the halibut starter, steak, beet salad and cauliflower entree. The bison tartar: the bison was soft and smooth but not enough to melted in your mouth but it was good and pair well with the sourdough bread. The presentation was mouthwatering with an egg on top! I think anything with eggs on top are excellent lol. Steak entree: Boeing one of the most expensive item on the menu I'm a bit disappointed for the taste. I thought the pickle cauliflower that they put on top doesn't goes well with the steak. However it still tastes good and good portion. Presentation was ok. I also had a bite out of my friend halibut I thought that was way better than the tartar and cheaper price! And the presentation is beautiful! I Should have picked that. Overall, it was a good experience and a good deal considering the gondola ride was already $60 by itself! Very nice with wonderful view, I think make a very good romantic place and to wow that special someone. So book early, ask for window seat, enjoy the view and a wonderful food! read more
3 years ago
Service is good, our server was so nice and attentive. Food is good specially the Bison and the beef, my daughter had the ravioli and she wasn't happy, it was in the main dish but when it came out, the size was like a sampler! We couldn't believe it, lol! The view was gorgeous! read more
3 years ago
Came here on a Thursday for lunch. We got seated in 5 mins without a reservation. The views were great and the food was very tasty. Especially the seafood chowder which not only had a rich seafood flavor but also a variety of texture. Set I d was great too. Very friendly and approachable staff. read more
2 years ago
Beautiful views! Food was good, not incredible. Service was a bit slow. All said, its worth it for the unique setting and views. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
One off the best experiences in my time at Banff. Granted it took us 3.5 hours to hike up the mountain where the restaurant is located, so we were starving. But the place is magnificent and if you would prefer, there is a beautiful gondola that can take ypu up instead! The food was absolutely top notch, the menu was very thoughtfully made with fresh ingredients and interesting but delicious flavor combinations. Each dish was a work of art and the decor inside honestly didn't matter as you have the veiw of a mountain range to look at instead. read more
4 years ago
Really enjoyed our dining experience here at Sky Bistro! I found them via an article on the Banff/Lake Louise tourism site. As soon as I saw the pics of these views, I knew my boyfriend and I had to go! I had done enough research and wanted to book on Open Table, but this restaurant only books out 4 weeks in advance. So I set a reminder on my phone to book this exactly 4 weeks prior. I ended up with no issues. But just a heads' up to make sure you get this booked as I'm sure reservations fill up very fast (especially during peak season). One thing I will say is that it takes a lot to actually get to this restaurant. But once you get there, the views and experience make it worth the hassle. For starters, you of course need a gondola ticket ($50 USD/person). And even though we had our gondola tickets, we were notified that the parking at the gondola base is always full. So then they give you instructions on areas in downtown Banff where you can park and get on the bus (luckily it's free to ride the bus if you show them your gondola ticket). This did require us to ensure we were parked and waiting for the bus at 4:30p for a 6pm reservation. So take note, that dining here could require an additional 90 minutes of time that you will need to plan for. As nervous as I was that we wouldn't make it there in time, we ended up getting to the restaurant at 5:40pm and they sat us right away, even though our reservation wasn't until 6pm. The hostess and wait staff are incredibly friendly and accommodating. I had even put on the Open Table reservation that we were celebrating my boyfriend's birthday and requested a window seat. I assumed they get that request a lot so I didn't actually expect to get seated there. But we sure did and had an amazing view the entire time! I ordered a glass of the Rocky Mountain Cab. it was delicious. We also ordered the bread as an appetizer. It was very scrumptious, but I was surprised they didn't have any complimentary bread here (that may just be a US thing though). I got the Alberta Braised Short Rib and my boyfriend got the Chop and Fries for our entrees. When they brought out our meal, I felt like it was a small plate of food. I was super hungry after hiking all day. But after I finished my meal, I actually felt like it was the perfect portion size! I am so used to places that have massive portion sizes that this seemed underwhelming at first. But upon being a member of the "Clean Plate Club," I realized that all restaurants should be more mindful of portion sizes. It was very delicious and the short rib just completely melts in your mouth. I also liked the potatoes/French fries that came with it. There were only 4 of them, but again, they were the perfect amount and felt like an upscale twist on a classic side dish. Given we were celebrating my boyfriend's birthday, we also ordered the Apple Pie for dessert. They made it really special with a candle and a happy birthday chocolate. Such a great experience! All told, I highly recommend Sky Bistro if you are in the Banff area. It is definitely a dining experience unlike any other! read more
5 years ago
It happened to be a gorgeous sunny day, so on a spur of the moment decision, I hopped on a bus to the Banff gondola and while waiting in line, booked a reservation at sky bistro. Luckily I snagged one of the last reservations, for which I was grateful after I arrived and saw the amount of walk ins. The design of the restaurant is so beautiful, the large windows giving breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks. As far as the food and service, I was expecting to be served overpriced and not very tasty dishes, but happily I was wrong! I got the soup, roasted chicken dish and peach dessert. Everything was very well done and flavorful. I couldn't have asked for a more wonderful experience! read more
5 years ago
Lunch & a view! My husband and I stopped in after hiking up Sulphur mountain and we were rewarded with great food and an even better view. We ordered the chicken (chicken and waffles) and cheese (lux grilled cheese) and both were delicious. We particularly enjoyed the chicken and waffles and raved about it for most of the day afterwards! Service was super friendly and quick, but not rushed. We took our time at the windows edge and really enjoyed our lunch! read more
2 years ago
The food was really good and the cocktails were amazing! Since we were a party of 2, we were seated next to the window (looked like only 2-person tables were right up to the window but you can enjoy the views from anywhere in the restaurant really). Our server, Holly, was very friendly! read more
4 years ago
We ate at the Sky Bistro after hiking up Sulfur Mountain. It was a really lovely spot on the top of the hill and we had a chance to watch the sunset as we ate our meals. If you decide you'd like to eat here we recommend the starter bread (it is so good) perhaps our recommendation may be hindered by the fact that we were starved after our hike. Regardless, this place was amazing and it is a key memory of our stay at Banff. read more
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