Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Banff / Canmore

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Banff / Canmore? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Eden - Rimrock Resort Hotel

4.9

4.9 (1353)

CAN$51 and over

Canadian

Banff

About the restaurant

Our AAA Five Diamond award winning restaurant is an exquisite dining experience, offering French cuisine with regional accents. Combined with Eden's Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence and ALTO Award winning service, this restaurant provides each guest with the finest in dining, service and scenic views in Banff. Sommeliers are on staff to offer the best wine pairing to complement the experience. Please check reservation for availability.

Top review

MarkVIP

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

We don’t think you can beat the food and wine at Eden. As good as the food is the staff actually shine brighter. Julian and Matt were amazing as was everyone else we talked to.

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Experience

Signature Cellar Experience

4.9

4.9 (293)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Wine Bar

Banff

About the restaurant

This historic, charming room was originally established in 1926 as a writing room and a place for people to gather their thoughts, share experiences and converse with family and friends. Enjoy the entertaining, interactive atmosphere of Grapes Wine Bar, a dining experience like no other.

Enjoy the charming intimate space of our Grapes Cellar with the food and drink you've come to love from Grapes. Available for private bookings for 6-24 guests.

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Julien

Dined on Nov 14, 2024

Dana was great as usual ! Great hidden gem in Banff

änkôr

4.9

4.9 (723)

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

Canmore

About the restaurant

Opened in November 2020, our venue lets you indulge in an approachable yet refined atmosphere that delivers a fine dinning experience that resonates with each guest. Surrounded by a team driven by passion, Chef Danny Beaulieu takes pride in honoring the richness of the Canadian terroir, showcasing a vision of contemporary Canadian cuisine.

For the full experience a 6 courses tasting menu is also available.
Our sommelier Julie Hélie curates a wine list designed to pair with the creations chef Beaulieu & his team brings to the table. Enhancing our approach to what we believe is an outstanding gastronomic experience.

Also, elaborated seasonally, ãnkôr offers a diversified local beer selection as well as a Canadian spirits focused cocktail list.

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Bill & Cindy

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

Our son's 40th birthday dinner. Great food, service, and people. Felt like home probably wouldn't have left for a while had we not had other plans. Would recommend everyone try this dinner experience at least once, if not make it their favorite place to dine.

The Fat Ox of Banff

4.8

4.8 (112)

CAN$51 and over

Italian

Banff

About the restaurant

Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Northern Italy, The Fat Ox brings a taste of the Italian Alps to our guests. Our name, "Fat Ox," pays homage to the robust flavors and hearty dishes found in Northern Italian cuisine. Symbolizing strength, endurance, and the bounty of the land, it reflects our commitment to serving exceptional meals crafted from the finest ingredients, sourced locally whenever possible and prepared with care & expertise. Our view for our guests is: We just want to have fun!

Brunch 10am-2pm
Apertivo 2pm-4pm (only food menu available during this time, unavailable December 31st)
Dinner 4pm- 10pm

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Kelly

Dined 7 days ago

Went here to celebrate our 35 wedding anniversary. They were so attentive and sweet. Wished us a happy anniversary when we walked in. Gave us a complimentary drink. The food and service was excellent. Great atmosphere in the restaurant. Would recommend and definitely return again. .

Gaucho Brazilian Barbecue-Canmore

4.7

4.7 (80)

CAN$51 and over

Brazilian Steakhouse

Canmore

About the restaurant

Gaucho is heating things up in the mountains! Gauchos are the cowboys of South America – a national symbol of pride and tradition. The residents of Rio Grande do Sul, a Brazilian state, are affectionately referred to as “Gauchos”. This state, renowned for its unique churrasco barbecue, is the birthplace of Chef Edmilson Rodrigues.

Warm up after a day outdoors with authentic Churrasco - Brazilian barbecue, or indulge anytime in the bold tastes, flavours and fun of Rodizio -all-you-care-to-enjoy dining. Our barbecue chefs will bring perfectly roasted meats directly to your table on massive Gaucho-style skewers, each with a tender selection of cuts of the day. Enjoy our traditionally prepared marinades of meat and our vast selection of hot and cold dishes for lunch or dinner.

Feel transported by Gaucho’s authentic food and friendly staff as ancient Brazilian traditions come alive in Canmore's only Churrascaria, conveniently located on Main Street. Come Taste the Tradição.

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Patricia

Dined 6 days ago

If you are eating keto, you will love this place. It is one price ($65 each, I believe) for all you can eat meat, cooked like Brazilian BBQ, along with some very nice salads and other sides. I enjoyed everything I ate, and we ate a lot! It is a hurried experience, as the hot swords of meat are rushed from table to table so that you receive the meat hot. And you get a small portion each time so that you can enjoy the variety. It is a different dining experience but worth a try.

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Juniper Bistro - The Juniper Hotel

4.6

4.6 (1516)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Banff

About the restaurant

Welcome to our gathering place, wrapped in uplifting mountain views. Share a variety of delicious dishes, inspired by the elements of nature. Connect to our surroundings and each other.

The Bistro's wood-burning fireplace and panoramic windows make it the perfect spot to cozy up on a winter evening. There’s plenty of space to relax and unwind. Weather permitting, our patio fire pits add to the atmosphere and let you enjoy unique views of the Bow Valley and the night skies!

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Stephanie

Dined on Dec 10, 2024

A great place to eat with exceptional service, food options and drinks. Our server was outstanding, doubling as the bartender. We are not vegitarians, however opted for the vegitarian meals and they were outstanding. The drinks were prepared exceptionally as well.

Farm & Fire

4.6

4.6 (1657)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Banff

About the restaurant

At Farm and Fire we believe that good food doesn’t have to be complicated. Our menu features only the freshest ingredients from local Canadian farmers. Because it’s slow roasted and wood-fired, we bring out the natural flavours Mother Nature intended. Come enjoy our warm and open modern dining space. Toast with friends by the warmth of the fire and stay for a while. Or, order your food to go and dine wherever you like, at your own pace.

*PLEASE NOTE, WE HAVE LOTS OF SPACE FOR WALK-INS*

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Sue

Dined 2 days ago

We had dinner and breakfast and both were excellent. Don’t let the wide open, big room feel throw you off. The food and service are excellent. It’s a bit noisy and crowded feeling but it’s fun. REAL Hollandaise (as it should always be but sadly, often isn’t) and thinly sliced Canadian bacon made the Eggs Benedict fabulous.

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Popular dish

Wild Mushroom Loaf Signature Dish

Experience

Après Hour

Brazen

4.6

4.6 (610)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Banff

About the restaurant

Bold Style. Big Taste.
Located inside the historic Mount Royal Hotel in the heart of Banff Avenue, Brazen brings a bold dining concept to town. Honouring the spirit of Banff’s mountaineers and explorers, we serve contemporary takes on classic cocktails, seasonally inspired Canadian fare and a taste of old-world style.
Our patio is pet-friendly during the summer!

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Shaina

Dined 4 days ago

Very nice restaurant in the middle of banff. Very kind waitstaff and excellent food!

Sudden Sally

4.3

4.3 (22)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Banff

About the restaurant

At Sudden Sally, you can sip on curated cocktails, local beers, and hand-selected wines while savouring the taste of home through familiar yet elevated comfort foods. Whether you're in the mood for a classic dish or something with a twist, Sudden Sally promises to satisfy all your cravings in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.

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Martin

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food and great service. Dealt with desert unavailability well with substitutes and no charge for inconvenience. Overall enjoyed our meal.

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Experience

Holiday Turkey Dinner at Sudden Sally

Experience

50% Off All Drinks, Small Plates & Flatbreads

Pacini - Banff

4.0

4 (402)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Banff

About the restaurant

Pacini's menu is a succession of dishes, each one as appetizing as another, including some truly unique and exclusive foods. With no artificial trans fats, they are naturally exceptional. There are pasta dishes for every taste, always cooked al dente, pizzas cooked according to a specific Pacini process that prevent the emergence of artificial trans fats, tender and delicious grills, and extraordinary desserts. Buon appetito!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Nov 13, 2024

Great experience! The bread bar is awesome and they even offer discounts for Birthday Celebrations! We’ll definitely come back next time we visit Banff😉

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