Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Banff / Canmore

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Updated December 05, 2024

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360 Dome Experience Fairmont Banff Springs

4.9

4.9 (174)

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

Banff

About the restaurant

With 360° views of Banff National Park and Canada’s Castle in the Rockies, our 360° Dome is now home to some incredible dining experiences.

Top review

Tracy

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

This was the most magical experience. The service was over the top and would recommend this to anyone.

The Summit Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (328)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Kananaskis

About the restaurant

The Summit Restaurant located in the clubhouse at the Kananaskis Country Golf Course is a perfect spot for so many different occasions. With the best patio in the Kananaskis Valley and arguably the Canadian Rockies, it sits at the foot of Mt. Kidd and is a place to create memories for all occasions. We are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, rain or shine for the duration of our golf season. Everyone is welcome to join us at the Summit Restaurant who is visiting the area.

If you are golfing prior to joining us, please make your reservation 4 hours and 45 minutes after your tee time.

Our patio is sat on a first come, first serve basis. We will attempt to honor all the patio requests that we receive.

We do keep tables for walk ins in case your desired reservation time is not available.

Top review

Vanessa

Dined on Oct 13, 2024

Unbeatable mountain and golf course views with your breakfast or lunch.

Eden - Rimrock Resort Hotel

4.8

4.8 (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.

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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

4.8

4.8 (1484)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Banff

About the restaurant

A tradition as old as the Castle - Welcome to Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Banff Springs! Serving an assortment of Victorian scones, finger sandwiches and the finest loose leaf teas.

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LorindaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

My daughter and her boyfriend thoroughly enjoyed their afternoon tea in this lovely location! They noted that everything was beautiful and tasty and the service was top-notch. Thank you as well to the staff who helped me arrange this gift on my credit card.

Grapes

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

Post Hotel Dining Room

4.8

4.8 (173)

CAN$51 and over

European

Lake Louise

About the restaurant

Nestled amidst the serene Canadian pines, The Dining Room's inviting ambiance features fresh-cut flowers, sparkling crystal, and the warm glow of a grand fireplace, creating the perfect setting for an extraordinary meal.
At the heart of our restaurant is the remarkable four-course Table d'Hôte menu, crafted by the acclaimed European-trained Executive Chef Hans Sauter. His expertise brings a blend of international flavors and techniques to each dish, ensuring a memorable dining experience.
Awarded “Best Food in the Americas” by Conde Nast Traveler’s Gold List, The Dining Room also boasts a Wine Spectator “Grand Award” winning cellar. With over 20,000 bottles and 3,600 selections, our wine list is among the most extensive in the country, carefully curated by our expert Wine Director Julian Simard-Gillis.
Experience the artistry of this exceptional duo that has made The Dining Room a destination in itself.

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MattVIP

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

What a fantastic culinary delight. Top notch service in the midst of The Rockies.

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Experience

Premium Wine Experience “Grand Crus of Burgundy”

Fairview Bar & Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (762)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Lake Louise

About the restaurant

You won't find a more glamorous setting for a special occasion than Fairview, named for the craggy peak just across Lake Louise from the resort. Fairview is our acclaimed fine dining venue serving contemporary, colourful, wild-inspired Rocky Mountain cuisine. Executive Chef Nicholas Issel collaborates closely with the area's best farmers, ranchers, and foragers to create an evolving selection of seasonal dishes.

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Emma

Dined 5 days ago

The tea sommelier was so friendly and knowledgeable. The courses were great and they were so accommodating of my gluten intolerance.

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Experience

Christmas Brunch

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.

Top review

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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Hello Sunshine Japanese Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (1069)

CAN$30 and under

Japanese

Banff

About the restaurant

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OpenTable Top 100 Restaurants in Canada. A Banff sushi restaurant with private karaoke rooms! Our retro space features eye-catching fire tables, a sushi bar, groovy décor and all the good vibes. Menu highlights include shareable bar bites, sushi, maki rolls, ramen, and crispy fried dishes paired with handcrafted cocktails, sake and Japanese whiskey. Check out our karaoke rooms featuring a personal Karaoke system where you can eat, drink and sing sing sing sing.

To reserve a FREE private room featuring a personal Karaoke system, please book through Open Table experiences.

Hello Sunshine offers group & private dining options accommodating 8-120 guests.

Learn more/connect about group dining: www.banffcollective.com/hello-sunshine-events

Top review

sherilyn

Dined 1 day ago

awesome and delish satisfied 💯..... So good definitely comeback.

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LUPO Italian Ristorante & Patio

4.7

4.7 (1497)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Banff

About the restaurant

Ranked 6th in Canada's 100 Best Top 10 New Restaurants in Canada, 2023. Friends and family unite in Little Banff Italy! Lupo captures the bustle and vibrancy of a traditional Italian marketplace. Watch our chefs hand-stretch pizza dough, roll fresh pasta and grill tender meats and seafood. Indulge in a classic martini at our lamp-lit bar, enjoy the mountain views from a coveted window seat, or relax on our sun-soaked patio, Aperol Spritz in hand. Lupo will transport you to the streets of Italy with views of Banff. Salut!

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Roy

Dined 3 days ago

Shared dishes were delicious and more than enough for 4 people! Pastas and chicken Parmesan fantastic Tiramisu also can feed 3-4!all was delicious!

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Experience

🤌The Italian Happy Hour - $16 Pizza & Pasta

Experience

🎉Lupo Italian NYE Celebration

Experience

🍕$16 Pizza Night @ LUPO

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