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Where The Buffalo Roam Saloon

4.3 (91 reviews)
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Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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Stephanie D.

Got the street corn dip and burger. The burger was one of the best burgers we've ever had. Everything on the menu also looked really good. Service was fast and outdoor dinner was nice on a summer day. Didnt have enough time to come back but would definitely recommend going here

Michelle H.

This place is stunning! The holiday decor is gorgeous but mostly I need you to know the FLAVORS are amazing! We had the lime zest popcorn, the fries, the dragon bowl, a salad, the holiday deviled eggs, and the halloumi chorizo bites and a round of shafts made our meal! Everything had a layer of flavor and it was totally worth it for we four foodies. Do not walk past this place!

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Jeffrey Z.

Looking back, I feel like a 9/10 rating deserves a full 5 stars on Yelp. That is all.

Sorry forgot to take this before we dove in! Wagyy burger grilled Caesar

Amazing food, great ambience and fantastic service - trifecta! The place was recommended to us by a shock we met in Banff - he was spot on! We shared the waygu burger and a grilled romaine salad Enjoy!

Crepe brûlée
Carole M.

Street parking or lot parking near by On Sunday stop by while brunch was served. I ordered the crepe creme brulee and a latte- so good The service style was so cute all tea style - loved it Staff was friendly-

Keizzel C.

Decided to stop by after walking around the area to grab some dinner and got lucky for a table outdoors without reservations. The indoor space looked really cute but I was open to just getting a spot to try their menu after reading some reviews. The outdoor space was actually really nice as it was covered and a nice breeze! As for food I tried the fried cheese, nicoise salad, and short rib pasta. You can't go wrong wit the deep fried cheese and the marina sauce was tasty. The salad was also savory and was a lighter option to the entire meal. Lastly, the short rib pasta to end the meal and it did not disappoint. I was a little worried since I am not the biggest fan of horseradish but it worked well with the flavors and was rich without being too heavy. They also have a nice assortment of cocktails to try to pair well with your meal.

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Carla C.

Came here for a drink while in town. 90% full Saturday night. Lots of fun expensive cocktails! I tried the Strange Magic: 7/10. Very strong alcohol taste. Small portion. About what you would expect for a tourist town and a nice cocktail. $16. Brother tried the Hot Apple Cider. It tasted as expected if you like apple cider. Staff were kind enough not to push food but also check in on us regularly.

Emily S.

This spot is amazing! It's cozy, moody and feels welcoming the second you walk in the door. It's small, so plan ahead and/or get there early. I had an old fashioned with the steak frites. I've been thinking about the steak and the sauce since I left. Wow. What a special spot in Canmore! Check it out.

Shannon C.

Our first stop in downtown Canmore. Stunning views 360°. We ate outside and then did also go inside at the bar and loved the decor and the fun 80s music! Serious vibes, and delicious cocktails appetizers, and meal. Everyone was extremely friendly and hard-working. I would absolutely recommend this establishment to anyone looking for good drinks and food! it was casual and perfect way to ease into my trip to Canmore/Banff.

Short rib pasta
Joyce I.

This restaurant was recommended to us by a friend. There were no reservations available and we waited around 45 minutes to be seated. It was ok since we could walk around the town, but if we were short on time, dinner here definitely wouldn't have worked out. The meal started out on a high with the hummus dish and chimichurri potato dish. We loved both so much since the flavors were unique and were surprisingly very good. The short rib pasta and steak frites were ok, nothing to rave about. I was a little disappointed since they were the main dishes and people had good reviews. The most disappointing was the calamari. As an appetizer, we were confused about why it came out last and quite a while after everything else had been served. I didn't enjoy the strong curry flavor in the breading of the calamari. Overall I was really excited in the beginning. I think some of their dishes have a lot of potential, but felt like I was let down throughout the meal. I would still recommend people to come check it out, but would suggest coming early to avoid dinner rush!

a bar with bottles of liquor
Tammy W.

So good we came here twice during our trip. This is by far the best food and drinks we had while in Canmore. I tried 4 different cocktails + my friends tried different ones and all were great. My fave was The Night Owl, which is their take on the espresso martini. So so good. Food was also delish - we tried 8 or so different dishes (served tapas style). The duck wings were probably my fave. My friends really liked the calamari. Service was friendly and it has a very homey vibe. This is a must in Canmore if you like good cocktails and food, with a casual (but more upscale than some of the other spots in Canmore) vibe.

Bison steak
Donna S.

We enjoyed some delicious eats at Where the Buffalo Roam. I ordered the soup of the day, Garlic and dill soup and it was so hearty and tasty, the dill freshness really stood out. The Wagyu burger was delicious and you also need to try the duck wings, meaty and tasty and not overcooked or dry. Protip! Get the "Thai One On" cocktail made with Thai chili, lemongrass, ginger, vodka, lime and aquafaba - it was delicious!

Nandini J.

the short rib pasta was my favorite dish, so flavorful and perfect portion. the place was very lively.

Short Rib Pasta $22 - delicious!!

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4.6(47 reviews)
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The Bankhead - Beers on tap

Beers on tap

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Welcome to the Lakeview Lodge

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Seafood pasta

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4.4(72 reviews)
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We came to Bridgette bar in Canmore after a long day of hiking when the weather was incredibly cold…read moreout. Bridgette bar was warm and cozy on the inside feeling like a dimly lit log cabin. The ambiance was romantic and comforting and all of the staff were incredibly kind and accommodating. I mentioned that I had a sesame allergy and they helped me to pick out dishes that have no sesame and even took extra time to point out lactose friendly entrees. The dishes we decided to order and share were the crab toast, the maple bbq rainbow trout and the banana pie (which I took lactaid for). My goodness, just when I thought one dish was great each one blew me away with how delicious they were! Out of the three however my absolute favorite was the maple bbq rainbow trout. The fish was so incredibly buttery soft I could barely pick it up with my fork, and just the slightest tap made it crumble. It was atop this creamy mashed potato with a maple gravy and greens which melt in my mouth. I cannot recommend Bridgette bar more highly! It was one of the best highlights of my trip to Banff, Canada!

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Bridgette Bar - Dining area....open kitchen

Dining area....open kitchen

Bridgette Bar - Trout

Trout

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Rose & Crown Banff - Banff September sunset.

Banff September sunset.

Rose & Crown Banff
Rose & Crown Banff - White and Kokanee go great together with sun and sky.

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