The Juniper Bistro

Came here for happy hour drinks and a distillery tour…read more Happy hour drinks are very affordable. I loved the Rootbeer + 2 shots of vanilla vodka. The Distillery tour was a bit underwhelming since it was only a viewing of Penny and a room behind that. However, you could have a tasting of 4 of their unique beverages. I was suprised by how much I enjoyed the Maple Rye (which was never something I considered myself to like). I bought one as a gift. Another fun add-on to the tour is to create your own bottle of gin. As we learned, Gin is quite literally vodka with a teabag, so you get to customize your own infusion blend for the gin. This is in a full size bottle of liquid, so ensure that you have additional space/weight in your luggage because not only is it a large amount of alcohol, but also a heavy glass bottle. Grace was a great guide for this tour/experience!

Another place in town with great happy hour drink specials!…read more In addition to our cocktails, we ordered the prime rib to share. Cooked medium rare, this one had a fantastic smokiness unlike what I'm used to in a memorable way. Service was amazing. With your receipt, you can get 10% off your bottle purchase from the tiny shop at the front of the restaurant.

Distillation towers

Salmon salad

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Cocktails (orange one was a Blueberry Margarita)

Block Kitchen + Bar

4.5(686 reviews)

This food was delicious! There were multiple vegan options that were bursting in flavor and…read morefilling! We got the mushroom risotto (so unique), the vegetarian bao bun, and the vegetarian lettuce wraps (make sure to ask for vegan so they can sub the non-vegan sauce). The only con was that the restaurant itself was small and can only take a few parties at a time. We got lucky and took the 6 remaining seats at the bar, but be prepared to wait if you're a bigger party. That said, the staff and bartender were very nice and service time was fairly normal. Would recommend!

Great service and cozy interior…read more Food wise it's just your average Asian food but made "upscale". Maybe it's cause I am Asian but I've definitely had better and cheaper versions of most of these dishes. Galbi was the most disappointing especially for the price. Cocktails all hit!

Cool display of wine bottles

Bison and chips

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Outside of restaurant with tables

Tooloulous

3.9(543 reviews)

If you're craving authentic Louisiana cuisine in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Tooloulou's…read moreabsolutely delivers! As a native New Orleanian, I know true Cajun and Creole flavors, and I was genuinely impressed. The food was rich, flavorful, and beautifully prepared, capturing the soul of Louisiana cooking in every bite. Beyond the incredible dishes, the atmosphere was warm, lively, and inviting. The hospitality from the wait staff truly stood out; they were attentive, friendly, and made us feel right at home. I highly recommend Tooloulou's to anyone looking for an unforgettable meal in Banff. Five stars all the way!

Tooloulou's is a great spot in Banff if you're looking for bold, Southern-inspired food with a lot…read moreof flavour. We tried a mix of items including the alligator bites (crispy and well-seasoned), seafood gumbo (rich and hearty), and a blackened chicken sandwich that was cooked perfectly with great spice. The mimosa was a nice touch, and the Waffilicous with caramel sauce for dessert was easily a highlight--decadent and definitely worth ordering. The only downside is that the restaurant is on the smaller side, so seating can feel quite close and a bit cramped during busy times. Overall, the food and experience easily outweigh the tight space. Definitely a place I'd return to.

Restaurant main area

Poutine

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Lou's crushed Margarita

Bear Street Tavern

4.2(549 reviews)

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.

I enjoyed this place a lot! I only have positive things to say. We arrived and there didn't have…read morespace to seat us, so we opted to wait for take out and we only had to wait 20 minutes. We ordered the wheeler hut pizza and the tavern bowl salad. Both were incredible! I'd highly recommend doing this combination on your next date night. We were both full and happy by the end.

The Mediterranean

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Caesar salad

The Maple Leaf

3.9(434 reviews)

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

5/5 -- Outstanding Experience at The Maple Leaf!…read more We had an incredible Birthday Dinner for our daughter at The Maple Leaf, and a huge part of that was thanks to our server and bartender, Megan. She was fantastic--friendly, attentive, and spot-on with her recommendations for both drinks and appetizers. We started the evening with a Maple Old Fashioned, which was perfectly balanced and set the tone for the night. For starters, we ordered the Fior Loaf Buttered Cheese Bread, which was warm, well-seasoned, and absolutely delicious. Our family tried a variety of entrées, and every single one impressed: * Maple Salmon Prawns - flavorful and beautifully prepared * Mafalda Limone Pasta - bright, creamy, and comforting * Roasted Harvest Chicken - cooked perfectly with great seasoning * Bison Burger - juicy, unique, and packed with flavor To finish, we indulged in dessert with the Maple Crème Brûlée and the Hot Chocolate Soufflé--both outstanding and the perfect ending to a great meal. Overall, The Maple Leaf delivered an exceptional dining experience. Amazing food, warm ambiance, and standout service from Megan made this one of the best meals we've had.

Second floor seating

Indigenous menu: corn meal crusted trout.

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Interior

Wild Flour - Banff's Artisan Bakery Cafe

4.2(445 reviews)

Delicious!!! Spinach, feta, carmelized onion, mushroom croissant was delicious. Sandwiches (turkey)…read morewas yummy

Croissant was amazingly buttery and the sourdough loafs were so fragrant and tasty. I bought one…read moreunsliced loaf to take home to the states as a souvenir of sorts but it was so tasty my friends and I tore at it and ate half of it in merely one car ride to Lake Louise. I went back in the afternoon to get a replacement loafs but all the unsliced loafs were already sold it! Lesson learned ~ but I bought a sliced on to take back and it was still tasty. Lines are long but move fast. It's a bit hectic inside during rush hour since space can be cramped but the outdoor seating is good too if you don't mind the magpies stealing your drinks.

Interior

Custom Cakes orderable in the bakery or online

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New flavours every week!

The Bison Restaurant

4.2(396 reviews)

I'd say this is probably one of the must-try restaurant in downtown Banff!…read more The hamachi crisp, bison short rib and cucumber salad are all 10/10!! The warm vibe with snowing sightseeing were very welcoming!

You must get the bison short rib!! Absolutely delightful. Our waiter was excellent and the brown…read morebutter washed old fashioned - amazing. Don't order the pear and blue cheese tart on the appetizer. The scallops were beautifully prepared, but ultimately not a "wow" in flavor for me. Our service was wonderful!

Inside

Escargot

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Wine with a view

Grizzly House

3.4(409 reviews)

This cute little cabin like restaurant is all about the experience but the food is just as good…read more They have vintage décor and Rocky Mountain charm throughout. One of my favourite dishes is the fondue dinner in multi course version. I love their hearty ooey gooey French onion soup but you can opt for the salad if you're wanting something light and fresh prior to the decadent items that lie ahead. The cheese fondue is as good as every cheese fondue I've ever tasted but you can try a bunch of different game meat for the next course. The game ranges from buffalo, venison, to wild boar. I went with the venison which is so delicious when cooked right and finally ended with the sweet velvety chocolate fondue. The wait staff are friendly, quick and make the experience so much more enjoyable through interactive cooking and good old charm.

Came here on a busy Saturday afternoon without a reservation and only had to wait about 30 minutes…read morefor a table. Very cool ambiance inside the restaurant so I didn't mind the wait. Also the hostess took our drink orders while we waited which was nice. Got seated outside and it was a great spot to sit under the warmer but still enjoy the fresh air and people watch. I started off with an Old Fashioned and maybe the best French onion soup I've ever had. For the main course we had Alberta Beef and Caribou. Very high quality and tasty meat. Our waitress was super busy but still took the time to explain everything, cooking recommendations, dipping sauces, etc. Being such a touristy place I went in with pretty low expectations but was pleasantly surprised by the whole experience. Definitely recommend a reservation but if you don't have one it's worth the wait in my opinion.

Interior - So cozy

Steak and lobster combo

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Chocolate fondu dessert

Nourish Bistro

4.0(344 reviews)

Nice vibes : sweet staff. Yummy beverages. Loved my exotic mushroom ravioli- so creamy ! Loved…read moreloved the avocado taco ! Tempura Broccoli! Yum yum Love more than just soy! ! Everything -delish

This was the only fully vegetarian spot we found in Banff--though not entirely vegan, as they serve…read moreeggs and dairy, most dishes can be made vegan. The host mentioned it could be hard to get a table in the evening, but we decided to try our luck. Even though the place was almost full, we didn't have to wait at all. The staff was incredibly friendly and walked us through all the specials. We ordered the Watermelon Sugar High and the Green Tea Gin and Tonic--both were excellent. For food, we tried the ramen, which was a bit underwhelming, and the wild mushroom ravioli, which was much better. Overall, I'd recommend this place for the wide variety of vegetarian and vegan options and the warm, accommodating service, though the food itself was more on the average side.

Bar area

Gyoza, kimchi burger, nourishment bowl, fruit bowl

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Mushroom ravioli

Indian Curry House

4.2(333 reviews)

I'm only speaking from tasting the chicken masala. It was not good at all, tasted old and the…read morespices just didn't add up to tasting good at all. The rice didn't even taste like basmati, it tasted old and stale. Do not recommend coming at all. Service was nice but the food was just not good. I thought there would be a good Indian place bc the population in Canada is mostly Indian, but this wasn't good. Located upstairs next to a pizza place. Just go to the pizza place.

Not Recommended Service was horrible--we had to ask several…read moretimes before anyone came to take our order. The pakora tasted old, as if it was just reheated in an air fryer. The roasted masala papad was off, and the dahl ballah was far too sweet, even though we specifically requested it to be made spicy. We also ordered dosa, which was good, but the chutney and sambar were disappointing. Overall, very poor experience.