Insanely good ramen!!! Cute little local Restaurant on…read moresecond floor! Right - tonkatsu Left = aarashi signature dish! They both had crunch garlic and it was life changing

yummy ramen stopped…read moreby here for lunch. they are not optimized for speed lol. there was a pretty decent line when we showed up at 1:30PM, but we were eventually able to get in after waiting 25 minutes. we tried their arashi and tonkotsu ramen. The tonkotsu was pretty classic and the broth was fantastic. The arashi is supposedly their signature. The broth tasted like tonkotsu with sesame blended in. Personally, I prefer the tonkotsu for the cleaner taste. Their pork is tender and the noodles had the right amount of chew.

Delicious Bao Buns. Did not have a chance to try all other delicious looking foods but must say…read morepresentation looked amazing. Went somewhere else for Bao Buns because they had more reviews and wished I had not. Next time we will eat out entire meal here! Atmosphere great with some outdoor seating.

Came here for dinner due to unique menu selection (love at first 'sight' of the menu')…read more Nice ambience. Busy place. We got table right away. They came 3x and we were not ready to order. By the time we were ready, it took a while to find someone to take our order. The most wanted item is sold out, a fact that they told us upon ordering. Will be appreciated if we know ahead of time so we have more time to consider 'back up item'. There was a table beside us (came after us) who also discussed about ordering same sold-out items, and I was very tempted to tell them that it's sold out. But I figure it's not my place to say because the restaurant must have its own reason for NOT telling this upfront!!?????!! Ordered pork belly skewer , shiitake skewer, shrimp in spicy peanut sauce, and aburi salmon handroll, miso creme brulee. Best items are the shrimp with spicy peanut sauce, and miso creme brulee. Just wow!! For the rest: -If u have eaten shiitake before (at home for example) , u know nothing can go wrong with shiitake as it's already flavorful in its own (safe choice). -Pork belly has good flavor but kinda too fatty (it is a totally different style from the one I usually eat at other places). -Aburi salmon handroll doesnt taste like aburi at all. Just normal handroll basically. Nth special. It was my friend's birthday, we asked if they hv noodle (considering we were farrr from home) and they said it's only available during lunch (which is understandable), but then nth else was done to help celebrate this moment when they hear this fact (simple smile or simple 'happy birthday' could be a gift in its own). Overall, food-wise, we agree on best item and that this place is kinda meh (in terms of food selection and feels like very few 'flavor-worthed' ones).

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.

Very cute small restaurant with flavorful broth. The tan tan ramen is for you if you like peanut…read morewith a bit of spice. Noodles were perfectly made with a bit of a chew. Service was quick and friendly. We always come visit when we are in town

I came here for dinner after a long day of hiking on a Sunday and just wanted a comforting meal…read more The place is a bit small but the wait wasn't long. We ordered the miso ramen, the katsudon, and the katsu curry. The portions were large and everything tasted great. The katsu curry was probably the best dish since it actually had a spicy kick and not sweet like other Japanese curries I've had in the past. The staff were very friendly and helpful. It was pretty authentic and I wanted to come back but it was closed for the next 2 days (Monday and Tuesday) so you should check their hours on the door just in case.

The food was delicious and the staff were very friendly. Our server was Nagi and she was amazing…read more The atmosphere was peaceful inside. Totally would go there again! Probably my favorite place to eat in Banff.

Out of desperation and convenience, we decided to grab 2 chirashi bowls for dinner. I would say the…read morequality of the fish was fine but there really wasn't any care or detail in the presentation. I'm paying almost $30 and Banff is a competitive place. I wasn't all that impressed and think there is better. 2.5 rounding up to 3.

I ordered the matcha ice cream in a cup. This soft serve was cold and very satisfying for cooling…read moredown from the hot summer heat. Also, very nice air conditioner blasting inside. I like that there was a self serve water station. There were lots of seating inside and the place was clean.

I ordered a large taro slush with no pudding and no added sweetness. The price was reasonable for…read morethe size and amount they give, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, my order was forgotten, and one of the employees had to come over and double-check our receipt before making it. It also wasn't busy when we visited, so that was a bit disappointing. As for the drink, the taro flavor was just okay. It was very icy with noticeable chunks, and it didn't seem to be blended very well.

Located on the first floor of the food court in the Cascade Shops, I stopped by around 2 PM for a…read morequick bite. I originally wanted to order the poke bowl, but they told me they no longer sell it, even though it's still listed on the menu. I then tried ordering the 8-piece Cali Crunch Roll, but they only had a limited selection of rolls left, so I ended up getting the 4-piece California Roll instead. Unfortunately, the California Roll had barely any filling, which was disappointing. It was still edible, but nothing memorable, and not the best sushi I've had.

Edo Japan...they are "Proudly Canadian". They are located in the food court of Cascade Shops in…read moreBanff. They are what my wife chose for lunch because she was tired of all the burgers she had during our road trip. It's typical mall Japanese food with teriyaki beef and/or chicken and basic sushi rolls. The offer bowls, plates, and bento boxes. We went there twice on our road trip and both times, my wife got their chicken bowl. She liked it. You can't go wrong getting a chicken bowl from them.

It's true when they say if the restaurant looks empty it's not good. This place is so horrible and…read morethey charge a lot for the crap that they serve. We paid less money for a family of 4 at Masala down the street and it was so good. Service there was wonderful too. What is wrong with this place. Took forever for our horrible food to come and when we complained about the squid legs tasting not fresh we were met with bad service. I was told to choose something from the menu and honestly said no thank you and can I please have my money back for this disgusting dish you called fresh. Sorry no refund, choose something else from the menu. Oh my goodness, really, everything is horrible and poor quality. This is what happens when you are hungry and not sure of where to eat and just looking for a quick meal after a long day. I say this, I should have had Masala again, not this junk. How are they still in business? This is so embarrassing. I'm Asian and I can't believe it. Next time, go to anywhere else. I don't even dare try the Vietnamese restaurant next door since I just read they share a kitchen.

We walked passes the restaurant and thought give it a try. The ambient is pretty decent and looks…read moreauthentic Japanese like restaurant. I was so disappointment! the noodles tastes like an instant, the broth and slices of pork belly were terrible! It definitely ruined my appetite. I spoke with the staff and said about I can't even eat this ramen because the taste was bad. I can tell noodles were like instant noodles with an after taste, but claimed that noodles were fresh. It's not fair for a customer to pay and not get the real value of the food. Just decided to leave and no plan to come back. Such a waste of money!

Jugemu is easy to miss if you're not looking for it. It's tucked into a strip mall in downtown…read moreBanff with no apparent signage outside, but it ended up being such a great find! The restaurant is small, with a few bar seats and some tables. There was only one server working when we went, and the place stayed busy the whole time. She was clearly doing a lot but still managed everything really well, even quickly pushing tables together when larger families came in. We ordered rice bowls and I got the karaage chicken bowl. The chicken was fresh, super crispy, and the portion was really filling. Everything is made to order, so the food does take a little while, especially with just one server, but it was 100% worth the wait. If you're in Banff and want Japanese food, this spot is definitely worth checking out--just come with a bit of patience.

Jugemu. I like saying that word. Probably not a great…read morereason to eat at a restaurant but there is lots to love here. A smallish, happy, comfortable spot staffed by personable, friendly people serving delicious Japanese offerings. The tofu rice bowl was especially tasty, featuring flavorful tofu patties instead of the usual cubed tofu. Jugemu. Go ahead, say it out loud. And then go eat there. It'll bring you joy.