Just for the poutine. Otherwise, regular mcdonalds ambiance and service -- nothing special…read more We wanted to try their poutine- loved the flavor of the gravy and i'm happy they use squeaky cheese. Tried their new drink - mango peach - really tasty on a hot afternoon! If you're not into sweet things- maybe ask for less syrup!

My friends and I arrived around 4 am for some breakfast September 19. We were hoping for some hash…read morebrowns and breakfast burritos but unfortunately the system did not update until 5 minutes post-order from the kiosk. We were hoping we would leave within 10 minutes but it took almost 20 minutes. The employee working the front at the time seemed like he was on his first day. He was extremely slow and was not familiar with reading order properly. The breakfast sandwiches were done and sat on the counter for nearly 5 minutes before I had to ask about the rest of the order which was just fries and a drink. I also ordered a paper bag from the kiosk and when I asked where my bag was, he told me to pay for it first. I don't know why he did not look carefully over the receipt so I had to grab the extremely hot food with my hands on account of not knowing how long he would take giving me a bag. This encounter led to our group being late to our 5 am bus to Lake Moraine. Do yourself a favor and go to Tim Hortons the night before and order some food to prevent such a catastrophic morning.

This was my favorite food joint in Banff! They have the most amazing cocktails. We ordered the food…read moreand it's family style - we felt like we were being hosted by a friend - each cocktail more unique than the other and each dish had its own twist. The place is small inside and there is outdoor seating also available. The servers so friendly and gave us great suggestions! The owners also own Shoku and we landed up going there to try their cocktails and food. This place will not disappoint you!

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!

We really enjoyed this place for lunch. Friendly service and great food. I had the classic burger…read morewith onion rings, and it was delicious. The onion rings were very good as well. My wife had to build your own beef patty with blue cheese and no bun. She really enjoyed it as well. They are very flexible and can do about anything you want with a burger. I really thought this place was great and highly recommend it when you're in the mood for a burger.

Fast service, the burger tasted great. It was a little thicker than a normal Smashburger, but…read morethat's not a bad thing. Fries were good, not much seasoning, but I think the Caesar salad was one of the best I've had. Would recommend.

Great food and great service. We loved our server, she was very nice and explained the menu well…read more We got the Souvlaki plate with lemon chicken and added an additional spiced lamb skewer. We also got a side order of Greek fries. There was Mediterranean salad that came with the plate and it was such a highlight. So refreshing and a great addition to the whole meal. Overall, everything was delicious and we would definitely go back next time we visit Banff!

Had the loveliest server, Emily, who was warm and charming and helpful with directing our choices…read more Hubby had lemon chicken Souvlaki- very moist and tender, in a reasonable portion and I had the Greek bowl which had plenty of hummus buried under one side and a little bit of toubouli (wish there'd been a bit more of that). Felt like a huge salad, couldn't even finish it. All very fresh. Clean bathrooms. All staff seemed to work together and were all friendly and interested. Great option for lunch or dinner.

I think I just don't like Poutine (too many competing flavors and textures)…read more But overall, I can't knock Banff Poutine as a business. Friendly guys, fresh food. Small venue, so be prepared to take your food and head out, or come during off-peak hours if you plan to sit and stay.

came here because i'm a HUGE fan of poutine however i was a…read morebit disappointed not going to lie .. but not for reasons that you would think though the staff was super sweet, the menu is concise, the service is quick, plenty of seating; however, a small poutine being over 17 CAD is a bit steep (even if the portions are on the bigger side: me , my sister and my friend were able to share a small), especially when it didn't taste THAT amazing... it wasn't salty though luckily. i got the bacon and onion. it was good don't get me wrong but definitely could have been better. i guess i shouldn't be shocked as this is a popular tourist destination so there is inflation, but i can't justifying paying 15-22 CAD for average poutine again...

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.

Stopped by Magpie & Stump in Banff for happy hour around 4 PM and had a great experience. It wasn't…read morecrowded, which made for a relaxing atmosphere, and we were able to enjoy the rooftop seating. The happy hour tacos were delicious, and the margaritas were excellent. Our waitress was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Great food, great drinks, and a great setting--definitely worth a visit if you're in Banff!

Very cool decor, decent prices for a vacation town…read more Would recommend bigger portion sizes Flavor was good

That was one tasty Sub People don't understand how important…read morethe bread is when making a sandwich. All the stuff in the middle gets all the hype but if you have the wrong bread, it can go all to hell. I've only gotten sandwiches from here and considering that it's more known as a pizza place perhaps I'm missing out Cause the sandwiches are fantastic.

You know what I wish I did? Take pictures of the food. It was cold and I forgot…read more After an hour half to two hour drive from Calgary, I wanted something to eat. Thing is we arrived pretty late. Close to midnight. Me and my daughter walked to town, about 5-10 minutes away from our hotel. A few places were still open, which was nice. After checking out a few places, we decided to check out Aardvark. Location - It's in the town of Banff. It's right off of the main street. Walkable from a lot of the hotels in the area. Food - The food is good. It was freshly made. We got one pepperoni, one cheese, and poutine. The pizza had enough grease, but it's not greasy. The dough was cooked properly. It was crispy outside and chewey inside. The flavor on the pizza and poutine was good. I did not get food poisoning. Service/Staff - Good service. Orders were taken promptly and food came out on a timely manner. Staff were friendly. Vibe - The place had a fun and bright vibe. Pizza by the slice was on display. There's not really a place to sit. It's pretty much a "come in and grab" type of place. It was cool. People were still coming in to buy slices. Would I go back? Yes, I would. It's specially nice that they are open super late. I hope they stay the same.

The manager here is rude. She gave my vegetarian party attitude when we asked if we could get fresh…read moregloves to prevent any cross contamination with the meat toppings. On top of that, my sandwich was underfilled on veggies whereas other people in my group had sandwiches overstuffed with vegetables. This is very inconsistent. The other workers here just seemed like they were annoyed with working here, other than the cashier. The cashier was great! This restaurant is in a great spot in downtown banff but I would not recommend going here. There are plenty of better options.

Sometimes you just need a foot-long Subway sandwich for the road. We were leaving for a day of…read morehiking and the Subway in downtown Banff opened surprisingly early, like early breakfast-time early. We needed some protein and didn't have much time, and appreciated being able to quickly order and hit the road without much of a fuss. There weren't many people inside that early, so we were able to order quickly and without hassle. Parking can be hard in downtown Banff, but we had found a spot a few blocks away, so walking from there was no problem!

For what's available in the area, Silver Dragon pleased our parents with tasty authentic Chinese…read morefood. It's more of a 4/5 star rating for me, but they get bumped up compared to the options nearby. They are set up for banquet / family-style eating with an extensive menu spanning many pages. Favorites were pan fried rice noodle with beef (乾炒牛河) and the tofu with assorted meat and seafood served in a clay pot (八珍豆腐堡). The squid was super chewy in that clay pot, but otherwise all the other meats we ordered were nicely cooked. I would skip the mapo tofu next time; the flavor depended more on the mala and less actual spicy, there was barely any meet in the dish, and the tofu chunks were small and irregular. But our parents were so happy to have Chinese food that we went twice in 3 days! The service was nice and efficient; they kept our waters full and spoke English, Mandarin Chinese, and Cantonese. They are a short 10 minute walk from the main downtown area and have a free parking lot. If you're craving some Chinese food, be sure to swing by!

Came here with my family and there were 6 of us and a child. For lunch, we got the Chinese broccoli…read morewith oyster sauce, special fried rice, thick fried noodles with beef, salt and pepper squid, chicken and vegetables with black bean sauce, and medium hot and sour soup. First off, the spot has plenty of parking for restaurant goers only (90 min) and the staff was all really nice and efficient. For the food, as someone who has eaten a lot of Chinese food, I thought everything was delicious and authentic! I read on a previous saying the food wasn't oily at all and I'd have to agree with that. I'd definitely recommend coming here if you're craving Chinese food! Perfect for a family style meal to share and the amount we got was perfect to keep a party of 6 adults content for lunch. - Okanagan pear cider: 10/10 I loved this! So light and refreshing - Chinese broccoli with oyster sauce: 7/10 solid dish - Salt and pepper squid: 10/10, great flavor! Would recommend for sure - Special fried rice: 6/10, on the bland side BUT pairs really well if you're getting protein only dishes I.e the salt and pepper squid we got! I'd prefer this over white rice - Fried thick noodles: 9/10 good flavor and good oil level! - Chicken with vegetables (and black bean sauce requested): 6.5/10 it was good but mixed reviews at our table - Hot and sour soup: 6/10, could have a little more flavor but was good enough for our craving! Overall, id definitely come back here for Chinese food if I'm ever in Banff again