Made reservations for 11:30am for a group with several vegans. They were kind enough to text in advance and let me know that there are more vegan options for lunch, so we switched to noon instead. The vibe was fun being in a garden center. The tea service was fun with really interesting flavors that complimented the food. I ordered three different types of vegan rice balls- one avocado, one with mushrooms, and the best was one with Japanese sour plums (looked just like fish and I had to confirm it wasn't). They were excellent. Someone else got the soba (vegan). Everyone at the table was happy with the food and the service. I recommend checking this place out. read more

This is truly a hidden gem in Canmore. I'm surprised to find this small town has decent amount of Asian foods. While searching for Japanese food and this place came up as a breakfast & brunch. Located inside a garden store with a beautiful Mountains view. I ordered the traditional Japanese breakfast and everything was delicious ! I also had the Hojicha latte and it was so refreshing. The server was attentive, kept asking if everything was okay. I'd definitely recommend this place if you ever in town and looking for Asian cuisine. read more

Wagashi Tea House - Traditional Japanese breakfast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Canmore, Alberta

Food was good for Canmore std, but not cheap. Had Japanese bfast.. wish the salmon was bigger because of the price. Miso soup was yummy because of lots of spring onions. 4/5 Omurice 3/5 Uhm .. the omelette was fully cooked western style omelette.. not the very soft cooked Japanese omelette which you could slice in the middle and then it open up to cover the fried rice. Fried rice taste not special either Interior 3/5 What interior ., there's no interior since it's located inside a greenhouse.barely any view to look outside read more

My boyfriend is a huge fan of Japanese food so I knew this spot would be my first suggestion if we ended up in Canmore. We made the drive over from Banff and dropped in for breakfast. There were little reserved placards on all of the tables even though we showed up less than half an hour after they opened so we were nervous about being able to get a table without a wait, but our server simply removed one of the placards and offered us that table. My boyfriend got the bacon and tomato two eggs benedict and I got the omurice. He got the matcha latte and I got the matcha milk tea with boba. Portions were generous for breakfast. The omurice was very much a thoroughly cooked omelette over rice and not the runny type that first popularized the dish on social media, but it was tasty nonetheless. The matcha had a healthy green color to it and a very pleasant taste, and even though it was one of the pricier breakfast experiences we had on our trip it was very much a unique one that we didn't expect to find on our visit to Canada. Our server was very attentive with refilling our waters and knowledgable about the menu when we asked for recommendations. I would totally recommend Wagashi Tea House to anyone looking for authentic Japanese hospitality and food crafted with high-quality ingredients and great attention to detail. read more

Wagashi tea house was such a cute little restaurant that my bf and I went to with his family when we were visiting Banff. Located inside of a green house the restaurant is off to the right side of the green house. The greenhouse itself has tons of plants hanging from every corner and pots as well as seeds and pants for sale which are adorable and artsy. The tea house has a little corner where you can check in for your reservation and be seated amongst a few wooden tables. The staff was incredibly friendly and had reserved the table for us and also were able to accommodate my sesame allergy and make all of the Japanese breakfast items sesame free for mine. My bf and I decided to share one Japanese breakfast which comes with rice, fish and fresh veggies as well as a miso soup, and we also got one of their strawberry mochi desserts to share. Everything from the fish to the veggies were incredibly fresh and flavorful but my absolute favorite was the strawberry mochi dessert and the oat milk matcha latte with soy bean powder atop. The mochi was perfectly chewy and bouncy with just the right amount of red bean filling and a super sweet strawberry atop and the matcha was smooth, sweet and creamy with a bit of nuttiness from the soy bean powder! read more

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Wagashi Tea House is a cozy, cute little Japanese spot in Canmore. I recommend making a reservation as it gets busy fast and there's limited seating. It's set inside a greenhouse, so you get these gorgeous views of the mountains while you eat. The vibe feels very Japanese and chill, and the service is super friendly. The matcha is probably the best you'll find in the area, really smooth and high quality. Their Japanese breakfast is also authentic and delicious. A great place to unwind and take in the scenery! read more

Wagashi Tea House - Matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Canmore, Alberta

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When I was in Canmore, one of the restaurants near us was a Japanese tea house in a greenhouse and so we were definitely intrigued in checking it out. The interior is pretty unique, as it's essentially in one section of a large store but it is quite aesthetic. I would recommend making reservations since this place can get booked up; luckily we were able to get one the day before. My family decided to try out the Japanese Breakfast, which is one of the main recommended items. The food was very fresh, and I think the portion size is good if you don't want a heavy lunch. The fish was well-cooked and the miso soup was great too. I tried out the matcha too, which seemed to be pretty authentic. Overall, recommend checking this place out for a cool experience! read more

Wagashi Tea House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Canmore, Alberta

Had to try Wagashi during my trip here and it did not disappoint! Reservations are recommended-- there was a huge line after we ate (we got lucky)! I ordered the Japanese Breakfast which was delicious and an iced matcha with oat half sweet -- all 10/10. Its inside of a garden center which is adorable. Overall want to visit again! read more

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Please NOTE: It is highly advised to make reservations online or by phone. This place has limited seating and is very well attended so you know the food is good. The Japanese food and dessert are wonderful you won't be disappointed, love their Matcha Tea Latte!! (unless you are one of those people that have very high expectations on food or don't make reservations)! This is not Michelin star restaurant. The servers are fantastic and love their job you can see by the care in preparation they take. Location is in the Garden centre it's such a cute location. read more

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They were pretty nice. We had a large party of 14 and was able to make the reservation. Because the party was so big, They were able to accommodate us with us preordering ahead on their app which I thought was great. The drinks was served as soon as we sat down and the food soon after. The place is located inside the garden center which I thought was appropriate for a tea house. lol. I got the tea and they served the cup first, then a second serving of the tea brewed for longer. Matcha latte: 5 stars by multiple family members. Miso Salmon: 5 stars. I enjoyed the well balanced meal with protein, carbs and veggies. Salmon was well seasoned and cooked. Chicken yakatori: 3.5 stars per little one. Beef tataki: 4 star per eldest. We enjoyed the meal albeit service was a little slow due to limited servers and our larger party and other guests. Would recommend making reservation. read more

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Best meal we had while visiting Alberta. Chef and his wife were kind and attentive but not overwhelming. It's in a garden center but not in a bad way, they've made it welcoming and charming. Go. You won't regret it. read more

Tucked inside Bow Valley Garden Centre, Wagashi Tea House offers a menu of Japanese teas, comforting bentos, light desserts, and more. Try the trio of refreshing iced green teas; take small sips to enjoy the quality and differentiate the notes. The maple soy salmon was lightly cooked and oh-so tender with a slight crispiness from the skin. While the vegetables may look simple, you can taste the care that went into creating their deep flavor and softness. I don't see the ochazuke on any virtual menus so it might be a newer dish. Don't be intimidated by something unfamiliar; the server will explain how you should traditionally enjoy this dish. I absolutely loved it! The salmon is perfectly cooked, and the broth ties the dish together, creating a comforting umami bath for the rice and salmon. read more

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THIS PLACE WAS AMAZING. i'm so glad that we went because it was in canmore and on this beautiful mountain and the food place was in a shop that sold gardening things, cute whimsical garden figurines and ceramics too. the matcha powder they use here is 10/10 insane chef's kiss i almost got another one but stopped myself because we were about to hike. katsu sando: 10/10 - toasted perfectly and so was the chicken. it was exactly what i wanted and needed without being too filling. the miso soup was a great palate cleanser. matcha cheesecake: 10/10 - so good i loved the the flavors matcha soft serve: 10/10 - so creamy! i wanted to try everything on the menu and would definitely recommend as a stop. the place is soo cute to explore and you can see the mountains in the back through the clear glass. read more

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The location was interesting. The service was mostly attentive. It's decently quite being that it's located inside a greenhouse. The food was also good. The bento box was great and the deconstructed matcha cheesecake was surprisingly good. The sando was also really good. read more

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Wagashi tea house is a cute little tea house located inside of a garden center. I went on a Saturday morning and there were plenty of tables. I went with the Japanese breakfast, which came in a bento box with grilled salmon, rice, salad, pickles, Japanese egg omelete, and miso soup. I also had the matcha latte. Both matcha latte and the bento breakfast were delicious. The bento was pretty light, healthy, and not overly greasy. They also have eggs benedict, croque monseur, omurice, and waffles. There dessert menu looked really good. I chose the matcha cheesecake. Very creamy and not too sweet. The service was great and very attentive. They sell Japanese ceramic dishes. I bought a cute mug. read more

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Japanese food in Banff area? I know, not the type of food I think of when I think of Canada either. But Wagashi Tea House is well worth a visit. Or two. Or even three (which some in my group did during our 3.5 day trip!). Wagashi surpassed all our expectations in terms of presentation and taste. Every single item I ordered tasted amazing. I had the matcha with espresso shot affogato, mochaccino, genmaicha, croissant, and omurice and loved all of it. The croissant was super fresh, buttery, and flaky. The mochaccino was the perfect amount of sweetness aka not very sweet at all so the chocolate shines through. The teas were of high quality. Price point is reasonable for the Banff/Canmore area. The owners are lovely and provide a homey feel. read more

Wagashi Tea House - mochaccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Canmore, Alberta

I love unique and off the beaten path places. I thought I found such a place since this place is in a garden shop. I also recently discovered the lovely Japanese breakfast when I had it for the first time in New York that I posted a review about. So I was sooo excited to try this place. I'm sure the food is amazing here based on reviews. Well, I'll never know since just getting here and inline was a horrible experience. We got here around 1100am and got in line. Ordered matcha, iced, no milk just water, extra ice. An older white man was taking the order and he said there were 2 kinds of matcha and asked if which one I wanted. I was thinking wow that's legit to have 2 kinds of matcha. I then ordered the Japanese breakfast and he said "takeaway"? I said no for here and he asked "do you have reservation"? I said no and he said they are booked out until 300pm. So I said oh understand and just ordered the matcha to go. Waiting for my matcha, I looked online and saw they had opening for a table at 1200pm. So I asked my friend and he said no let's go. Waited few more minutes for my matcha. They called it and I asked if it was my order because it was in a hot to go cup. She said yes matcha no milk and something about ceremonial? I said mine was supposed to be iced then she said ceremonial again. I didn't know what that meant. I asked the white old man that I ordered iced and he said ceremonial. It was just a tall cup with an inch of matcha. I have no idea what ceremonial matcha is. By this time everyone is just staring at me like I'm the one who did something wrong and not trying to fix my order. I was so tired of this I just grab the cup and said fine and just left. I will never try this place again! read more

Last time I came during winter, the menu was more limited. Returning after three years, they now have a more extensive menu and more supporting staff at the restaurant. You can make reservations online or wait onsite for a table. When the weather is nice, they offer outdoor seating with beautiful mountain views. I ordered the cold beef tataki bento box, soba set, matcha latte, amazake, matcha cheesecake, and mochi. Everything in the bento box was delicious. I liked the refreshing salad dressing. The beef tataki had great flavor. Their rice was seasoned well and had a great texture. The soba set is simple but good. The dashi broth was flavorful, and they provide hot water to dilute it into a soup after you're done with your soba. Their wasabi tasted freshly grated. In addition, I also got their rock crab cheese melt and shrimp onigiri, both of which were delicious. I also enjoyed their unique take on the matcha cheesecake. It's a ball-shaped cheesecake with matcha powder on top, and graham cracker crumbles spread on the plate. read more

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I love love loveee Wagashi! What a great find. I love the idea of a teahouse hidden in a greenhouse. The food is all so solid. I loved their Japanese breakfast. Every component was well made and the tea paired very well with it. We also enjoyed the Wagashi waffle. I came with my family, and we liked it so much that we came back again during our short trip to Banff. I recommend this spot to everyone I know who's going to Banff. So so good. (Mugicha cold brew was AMAZING) read more

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Only tried this place by luck while I happened to be in the area.5 stars, 45 reviews? I have to see it for myself! It's a cute shop situated in the back of a greenhouse. The food was fantastic, large portions, and well made. The salmon in the bento was soft and flavored evenly throughout -- as was the beef in the beef bento. The drinks come in aesthetic ceramic cups. I wish I could go back to try more. The owners were friendly as well. read more

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As I was searching for local restaurants to try around the Canmore area, I stumbled upon Wagashi Tea House and was beyond excited because it already looked incredible in the photos. However, when we visited in person, it exceeded our expectations and more! Located in a cute greenhouse, this spot has such an earthy and cozy aura about it. I love the natural light that peeks in and on the day that we visited, it happened to be sunny out, so we sat at the outside patio, which was beautifully surrounded by greenery from the garden. During our visit, we got the maple soy salmon and yakitori chicken bento box, as well as the katsu sando and the plum and chicken onigiri. We LOVED the bento boxes and the quality of all the food that was included. The salmon bento box was our favorite and the sauce they made for the salad portion was amazing. The katsu sando is good too, but keep in mind that it is not the traditional katsu sando with the soft white bread and instead, has more of a burger type of bun. The onigiri were also great post hike snacks in Banff National Park! We also tried the Shin cha and the Sen cha green teas, which had amazing flavor and were presented in really cute ceramics that look like they were created in Japan. In the restaurant, I also noticed that they have Kinto ceramics as well as other Japanese ceramics, which I loved. Without a doubt, this was one of my favorite restaurants around the Canmore/Banff area. It's such a gem and has a lot of charm to it. I miss this place already and will definitely be back when I visit Canmore again! read more

Wagashi Tea House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Canmore, Alberta

One of my favorite spots in Canmore! I wish I made time to come more often during my trip. Their food is spot on, top notch, delicious. I recommend making reservations ahead of time because there aren't many tables available. The restaurant is family-run and the vibe is so cozy! I ordered a poke bowl and it was one of the best poke bowls I've had - the vegetables and fish were so fresh and the amount was perfectly filling. For dessert, I got the matcha soft serve which was the perfect end to my satisfying meal. If I could, I'd come in just for the soft serve!!! Super delicious & high quality. Will be back when I come back to Canmore! read more

if this isn't the best spot in Canmore, I don't know what is. we came here after a nice morning hike at Yoho & we were starving. this is such a small cafe that they only had 3 employees working with a small kitchen off to the side of their front counter. we had to wait over 10 minutes before they could seat us (we even made reservations - which is highly recommended). it was worth the extra wait & we got to check out the fresh seafood in their case. a man in front of us in the line, bought like 4 pieces of vacuum sealed salmon. the girl in front of us waited just to purchase a matcha cone. as we waited & waited, we checked out the dessert case which has all their lovely, delicious desserts available. and as we waited some more, we checked out the items that were coming out of the kitchen and delivered to the tables. we made a mental note as to what we wanted & what piqued our interest. when the table was finally ready for us, we were seated outside in their garden area. there is a small "bath bomb" on the table that is meant to keep the wasps away (we overheard the chef other patrons not to touch it or lick it lol). the chef was the one who took our orders and made sure our waters were always filled. my brother ended up ordering the: tuna takaki and shiso yakitori chicken bento box passion fruit and white chocolate creme brulee matcha and vanilla soft serve green tea sen cha I ordered the: unagi onigiri yakitori chicken sando with miso soup taro and coconut bubble tea the onigiri's came out first. we ended up devouring them from hunger. it was so good. rice was well seasoned & held up great in the rice ball. the unagi was so soft and the sauce was perfection! then our entrees came out, a little right after we finished our onigiris. my brother said his bento was delicious. my chicken sando was huge! I thought it would be made with the Japanese milk bread, but it came out with a brioche bun. I had a massive headache at this point, so I ended up taking a few bites and drank all my miso soup. our drinks finally came out after we started eating our entrees. the taro coconut bubble tea is made with fresh taro and was silky smooth. the bubbles were....not cooked all the way though. such a shame, but the drink itself was freaking delicious. this truly is a great shop. everyone here is so welcoming, even though they were so busy! reservations are a must & the food is just perfect. I ended up taking my sandwich home and eating it after my nap. read more

We originally were going to come for lunch but ended up just grabbing a matcha latte to-go as we were running late. This shop is inside a greenhouse and it's a nice ambiance to be surrounded by plants and flowers. The matcha latte was nice and I could taste the quality of the matcha used. I got oat milk but thought the latte lacked creaminess but it did leave room for the matcha to shine. Really nice spot for a quick meal and we'll try to stop by the next time we're in the area. read more

Wagashi Tea House - Matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Canmore, Alberta

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This place in the middle of nowhere had no right to come so hard at me. Everything we had was 10/10, I'm so surprised. This tea house is weeb approved, true Japanese flavor. read more

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Wonderful establishment inside of this garden store! My family and I stopped here on a visit to Canmore and it was so wonderful. We all ordered the bentos, a few teas, and the match cheesecake dessert. Everything was wonderful! I'm only sad that it was a rainy day out and we couldn't see the mountains :) read more

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Amazing, natural light Tea House in a garden center with a view of the mountains. Make a reservation.

I am so glad I found and tried Wagashi Tea House during my trip to Canmore. I came here with a pretty large group of friends (9 people) which I wouldn't advise since the restaurant is in a greenhouse and doesn't have many tables. We were lucky they weren't packed and the owners were so nice though to put some tables together so our group could sit together. I got the Japanese Breakfast set which came with rice, salad, salmon, some veggies, and tamago. Everything was delicious and I loved how healthy and balanced my meal was. My husband got the Eggs Benedict (1 House Smoked Salmon and 1 Veggie, which turned out to be Truffled Portabello) - both were delicious, especially the portabello. I also had the matcha latte which I loved because it had a strong matcha flavor and had the perfect amount of sweetness. If you have the chance to visit Wagashi Tea House while in Canmore, definitely do! read more

Wagashi Tea House - Japanese Breakfast Set + Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Canmore, Alberta

I found this place nearby our airbnb and decided to try it. Since we have a big group of 7, they didn't have any available table for us until later, we decided to togo our food. On the first day, we missed the breakfast, so I decided to get the maple soy salmon bento and my boyfriend got the yakitori chicken bento. Let me tell you, the maple soy salmon bento is to die for!!! You must try it if you like salmon. The salmon was cooked to perfection and the maple soy glaze was sooooo delicious. We enjoyed our food so much that we came back ghetto second day. This time we tried their breakfast menu. We placed a pretty big order and I think they were also serving a big sit down party. I feel like my salmon for the japanese breakfast was overcooked. I definitely would prefer the maple soy salmon if you have to pick one. We also ordered onigiris and they were all very good. I tried both of their hojicha and matcha, and they're both amazing! You can see how they make your drinks at the counter next to the cashier, which is nice. Honestly, I would highly recommend this place. Please be mindful that this place is tucked inside the Garden center. read more

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One of the cutest little Japanese tea houses I've been to in North America! A gem in this small town of canmore. If you're visiting Banff and staying in canmore, I highly recommend making a reservation for this restaurant for brunch/lunch during your stay. The menu is a mixture of both American breakfast items and traditional Japanese. They have a wide range of Japanese teas to choose from green tea, hojicha and matcha. The service was friendly and attentive. The ambiance is super unique since it's literally inside the garden center. I had the Japanese bento box that came with salmon, carrots/eggplant, salad and rice with a side of miso soup. Everything was so fresh and the salmon was cooked perfectly. My husband ordered the eggs Benedict and he really enjoyed his food as well. We tried the tuna shiso onigiri and it was Sooo worth it! Didn't realize it was going to be whole pieces of tuna. read more

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This is a very unique cafe and restaurant located in a plant store. One of the places You'll never think will have a restaurant. It is a Japanese inspired restaurant with many famous Japanese dishes. You could get a traditional Japanese breakfast. However, I opted for the eggs benedict. The eggs benedict was warm delicious and I also enjoyed their matcha lattes. There is also a good selection of desserts if you have a sweet tooth. I had a red bean mochi soup and also a housemate mochi. Prices are reasonable and cheaper than a lot of breakfast places in Canmore. This is definitely a place where I will come back to my next trip to the city. Highly recommend! read more

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Simply beyond expectations -- and we're used to Vancouver's quality Japanese food scene. After 3 days of heavy post-ski dinners in Banff, we thought it would be interesting to pass through this low-key place on our way back to Calgary. Pre-ordered online the night before -- the menu is perfect, simple and not too lengthy. Ordering is straightforward, no payment until arrival for dine-in or takeout. When we arrived, we thought Google had mis-directed us -- until we realized Wagashi is located *inside* the Garden Centre. This actually makes for a really nice ambience, matching the Japanese authenticity perfectly. We were the only ones there at 11am on a Thursday, making for a beautifully serene early lunch with an obstructed view of the mountains (the best view of any meal our whole trip). We were served alternately by a Japanese lady and a Caucasian man, both of whom seemed to also staff the kitchen. Their service was lovely and very prompt (owing obviously in part to the fact that there was no other party). A major advantage of ordering in advance is not having to wait for our orders to arrive -- we sat down pretty much immediately to our bento boxes. Both my maple soy salmon and hubby's yakibuta pork were AMAZING (albeit not huge in portion -- don't expect a heavy meal), and the rest of the bentos were super well made & presented. Our drinks were on point as well. My matcha kinako bubble milk was just the right amount of flavour, barely sweet. Hubby's hot matcha latte came in a beautiful pottery mug and was delicious as well. Our desserts were definitely the best part though. (NOTE: these are preorder-only). The passionfruit & white chocolate crème brûlée might literally be THE best crème brûlée in the world -- not overly sweet like your regular, with a heavenly tanginess from the passionfruit. The salted caramel chocolate tart was very well made, with a thick layer of chocolate. Definitely on the sweeter side in comparison to the crème brûlée. Before we left, we had to try the soft serve -- got a swirl in a cone to share. Rich & creamy as soft serves should be. On the sweeter side -- I would definitely go for the full matcha next time. Also preordered a couple of sweets to go, which weren't as out-of-this-world (at least to my taste): daifuku mochi & nerikiri. Might be out-of-this-world to red bean lovers out there though. Overall I 100% consider this a gem in the unlikely locale of Canmore. read more

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Unless you have a reservation, don't expect to be treated welcomingly by the staff. My family and I walked in for a take-out order for six people, and after placing our order and upon paying at the register, the chef yelled sternly from the kitchen to the register attendant, "No more take-out orders for today!" Mind you, it was barely 9:30, since we got there a little after their opening time of 9am. Also, don't bother asking for any substitutions to your meal, as I was met with a stoic and blunt "No." when I had asked if I could remove a item from a dish and swap it with extra of another item from that dish. As far as food, I'm sure that the traditional Japanese menu items (onigiri, sushi, teas, etc.) are authentically prepared and probably worth the visit, but the eggs benedict that I took back to our place was as basic as any smoked salmon benedict could be. The one positive thing that I will say is that the establishment is a cute idea in itself, because it's set inside a legitimate greenhouse-type setting with plants and random artwork for sale. So, if you're into quaint and unique vibes, then this place is worth the visit. Maybe even the food would be worth another try, provided that I have a reservation set beforehand. But on service alone, I would not care to go back. Seeing as there are other low reviews that reference rude service, I know that my negative experience is not an isolated one. read more

I was so excited to come to Wagashi Tea House! It's in a cute nursery, which made me love it even more. We went in a big group so I got to sample everyone's dishes. My niece got the strawberry waffles, they were one of the best waffles I've had and the whip cream tasted like it was made in house, which I really appreciate! We got a a few different onigiris and they all were delicious. The Japanese breakfast bento box was also so good. Let me not forget their Miso Soup, it was fantastic. My parents got the Omurice and that was also so tasty. One of my favorite parts of the experience was getting the tea flights and the host taking her time to explain each tea. If I am ever back in Canmore, I will definitely be back to try their lunch. read more

What a beautiful place to eat! A tea shop located inside of Bow Valley Garden Centre makes for a surreal and peaceful dining experience. It is a glass (greenhouse style) building and offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. The food and drink served here is equally beautiful. Maple salmon bento box comes with rice, salad, lightly cooked veggies, and the delicate salmon. The curry bowl is a nice portion and comes with rice as well. It is very delicate tasting and would benefit from a little bit more seasoning. The star of Wagashi is their high quality Japanese tea! I ordered the Kyoto Wakei which is a ceremonial grade matcha. The matcha on its own is very creamy and light. Also, the Hojicha is roasty and clean tasting. In order to guarantee you get to eat here when you come, I highly recommend having a reservation. They have a small amount of tables and do not usually have walk in availability. It may seem a little pricey here but it is worth it! Everything from the decor, food, tea, and outdoor views exudes calm and class. read more

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We came to this cafe on a Monday morning, and were able to get a table for 4 with no problem. The cafe is located inside of a greenhouse/plant shop, which was nice to explore and gave the cafe a nice ambiance! A great spot for breakfast/brunch. For food, we ordered the Japanese breakfast set, onigiri, and the Wagashi waffle. The wagashi waffle really stood out and had the perfect balance of taste between the matcha ice cream, red bean, and strawberries. The texture of the waffle itself was also really great and crispy, and overall not too sweet. If you like something more simple to start the morning, the Japanese breakfast set is a great option that is very light yet satisfying. Our only note was that the tamago could've used more sweetness/flavor, but the pairing of miso soup and vegetables were delicious. Finally, we ordered their matcha latte, hojicha latte with soybean powder, and the sen ceremonial grade matcha. You could really taste the quality and natural flavors of each drink. We all ordered the drinks with no sugar so the drinks were more on the bitter side which I liked, but I would suggest ordering with a little sugar if you like yours like a more typical matcha latte. Overall this was a great place to end our trip in Banff! The owners are very nice and have created a wonderful cafe here in Canmore. read more

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This place was absolutely heavenly. Never would have guessed something so tasty would be in a garden shop. They were so friendly and knowledgeable we got both tea flights. I loved the shadow flight and my husband enjoyed the earth flight. The seafood chowder was UNREAL so fresh and not too heavy. The croque was delicious and flaky truly could eat that daily. The katsu sando was fresh and delicious highly recommend and would love to come back and try more! read more

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What can I say that hasn't already been said about this great place? The food is drool worthy and I'll be dreaming about the salmon for a while, and the service is friendly and prompt. It's a unique location as it's inside of a garden center, but there are nice seats and seats outside (with a tent overhead). We got the salmon bento split into two and it was a great portion for a nice light lunch. They were gracious enough to do it for us and it was plated so beautifully in the bento box. Like I said, this salmon is drool and craving worthy. Perfectly cooked, fatty & the sauce is so full of flavour. Everything in the bento is fantastic, no misses at all. The salmon is a standout though - definitely get it if you can. The matcha ice cream was also fantastic! Great way to finish a lunch on a hot day. It was creamy and great matcha flavour. Since it's a tea house, GET THE TEA! It was in the heat of summer so they had cold brewed teas (Kuchi cha and hojicha). We got the hojicha and loved it so much that we tried the kuki cha too. No regrets! Walkable location from downtown Canmore! read more

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Like many others, when we saw how highly this place was rated and then saw it was in a literal garden center, we were skeptical. However, because it's small, it's clear the owners pay a lot of attention to detail with every dish. We got the shin cha green tea, which was subtle and delicate and comes out in these beautiful tea cups. For lunch, we got the maple soy salmon bento box and tuna poke bowl. The salmon was incredible. The sauce was so good and it was cooked perfectly--it basically melts in your mouth. We've never had salmon cooked as tenderly as this. The shiitake mushrooms were super plump and delicious, with a sprinkling of spicy seasoning. The bento box was the perfect amount of food. The tuna in the poke bowl was tossed in their house made yuzu sauce, which had a good amount of ginger flavor--if you aren't a fan of ginger it might not be for you--and there was a lot more food compared to the bento box. The fried won ton strips were super crispy and tasty too. However, if I were to come back, I would do another bento box; the poke hits the spot if you're craving sushi, but I thought the maple soy salmon was so incredible. Sadly, we were too full to try the desserts, but they all looked great. read more

Wagashi Tea House - Tuna poke bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Canmore, Alberta

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This is the rare place that truly deserves 5 stars. The food is excellent and has a level of authenticity to it that is very hard to find in Canada or the USA. Everything from the quality of the teas, the desserts (mochi and matcha soft serve), the pickled vegetables, the salmon, and the rolled egg was excellent. The atmosphere also deserves high praise inside of the larger greenhouse-style garden store. read more