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Sky Bistro - Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff Gondola, Banff, AB

Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff Gondola

4.7
4.7
2540 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Canadian

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2 people
11:00 p.m.
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
DINE ABOVE BANFF Anchored at over 2,200 meters above sea level, the Banff Gondola’s Sky Bistro sits on the summit of Sulphur Mountain. With six Rocky Mountain ranges as a backdrop, this remarkable restaurant promises an exhilarating gondola ride followed by a mountain top dining experience. Lunch and dinner menus celebrate the panorama of Canadian cuisine, with ingredients drawn from both ocean coasts, plus wholesome prairie staples including world-renowned Alberta beef. Complemented by local wine, beer and spirits, it makes for a unique dining experience above Banff.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Farm-to-table, Contemporary Canadian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (403) 762-7486
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Claudius Wolf
  • Neighbourhood
    Banff
  • Cross Street
    100 Mountain Ave, Banff
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Banff Roam Bus Transportation - www.roamtransit.com Note: Sky Bistro is atop Sulphur Mountain in Banff National Park. Access is either by Banff Gondola or from the hiking trail. ***charges apply for Banff Gondola
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's 5 Course Tasting Menu

    $125.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for an evening of exceptional mountaintop dining. Our five-course tasting menu is available on select weekends, spotlighting a selection of signature Sky Bistro dishes. Vegetarian menu available. Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance, with Banff Gondola admission sold separately. Click below to purchase your Gondola admission. https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/attractions/banff-gondola/tickets/
    Chef's 5 Course Tasting Menu photo

What 2,540 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Great for scenic views

  • Banff / Canmore

    Best Ambience

  • Banff / Canmore

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Banff / Canmore

    Great for scenic views

  • Banff / Canmore

    Canadian

  • Banff / Canmore

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sky Bistro offers an extraordinary dining experience with "spectacular views," "amazing food," and "excellent service." Highlights include "imaginative" dishes like bison and seafood chowder, complemented by attentive staff. While some guests noted limited menu options, the "ambiance is amazing" and the gondola ride enhances the overall experience. Highly recommended for special occasions!

2,540 Reviews
  1. Christopher

    Dubai

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great experience. Make sure you book in advance to get the good tables at the windows, especially around sunset! Food and service were excellent, view is of course stunning.

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  2. pepper

    Seattle

    72 reviews

    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    imaginative and well done food the french fries are outstanding. We love them. Service was uneven nice person but NEW and left us alone too much. The view is amazing and it’s well worth the trip even if you don’t have lunch, but the lunch is worth it too, so I would definitely suggest go and try the cocktails of the day or the mock cocktails of the day.

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  3. Robin

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is an absolute joy to eat at this restaurant! The service was impeccable! And the food is Devine! The view was spectacular! Taking our family there was magical and I can not wait to go back! Sunset and a lovely meal was delightful!

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  4. Stuart O

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have enjoyed Sky Bistro during past visits to Banff. Service, ambiance, and food options are exceptional. We highly recommend Sky Bistro and the Banff Gondola experience for all ages!
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Stuart, Thank you for your continued support and for sharing such kind words! We're delighted to hear that you’ve enjoyed Sky Bistro on past visits and that the service, ambiance, and food have consistently met your expectations. Your recommendation means so much to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  5. Amy

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We were sat at the window and had an absolutely wonderful time. The food was delicious and perfectly balanced and seasoned perfectly. Our only complaint is that it took one full hour to receive our order. We arrived very hungry so the wait was difficult. We enjoyed our time regardless and the view is other worldly.
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Amy, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad you enjoyed the breathtaking views and that your meal was perfectly balanced and seasoned to your liking. We truly appreciate your patience with the wait time and will share your feedback with our team to ensure we continue improving. We hope to welcome you back for another wonderful visit! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  6. Kim

    VIP

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited Banff for my birthday weekend. I was truly impressed with our meal at Sky Bistro. Each of us absolutely loved our meals. Views were spectacular. One of the highlights of our trip.

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  7. Ben

    Calgary

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Reservation was at 7, didn't get seated until 715. One large table was extremely loud the entire time we where there. Those things aside the food was excellent and the waiter was nice and knowledgeable about the dishes.
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Ben, Thank you for your feedback. We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the food and that your server provided excellent service. We apologize for the wait and the noise level during your visit—we understand how that can impact the experience. Your comments will be shared with our team to help us improve. We appreciate your visit and hope to welcome you back for a more seamless experience next time! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  8. Magdiel

    VIP

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, ambiance and staff! The gods ride is beautiful too
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Magdiel, Thank you for your kind words! We hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  9. JULIE

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    1.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Terrible Service! We got up and left. After we made a bday reservarion a month in adavnce they still were not organized enough to priperly fullfill our reservation.
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Julie, I’m very sorry to hear about your experience. We strive to make every visit special, especially for celebrations, and it’s disappointing to know we fell short. Your feedback is valuable, and we will be reviewing this with our team to improve our reservation process. If you’d be open to discussing this further, please reach out—We'd love the opportunity to make things right. Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  10. Brooke

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I just recently went here for lunch with my Fiancé for Valentine’s Day and it was a great experience. The choices for lunch on the menu are very limited and would not be for someone that is considered picky. The prices are decent considering they have to bring up all the supplies with the gondola but still on the pricey side. The views are spectacular and definitely worth it! I recommend going in right when they open at 11 so you can get a window seat. The service was incredible between the server taking our picture and very polite to the back staff taking our coats and hanging them up for us. I would definitely recommend coming here at least once for a great experience.
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Brooke, Thank you for spending your Valentine’s Day with us! We’re so glad you had a great experience and that our team made your visit extra special. We appreciate your feedback on the menu selection and pricing, and we’re thrilled you enjoyed the breathtaking views and exceptional service. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff Gondola is rated 4.7 stars by 2540 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 p.m.
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff Gondola

1 Mountain Ave PO Box 1140 Stn Main, Banff, AB T1L 1J3

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    100 Mountain Ave, Banff
  • Neighbourhood
    Banff
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Farm-to-table, Contemporary Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Banff Roam Bus Transportation - www.roamtransit.com Note: Sky Bistro is atop Sulphur Mountain in Banff National Park. Access is either by Banff Gondola or from the hiking trail. ***charges apply for Banff Gondola
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Claudius Wolf
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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