Good Folk

4.9

16 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

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2 people

Jan 7, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Great for creative cocktails

Good Folk is Banff's newest culinary destination, where refined Canadian flavours and an intimate ambiance create a dining escape like no other. Indulge in a fresh take on classic cocktails and exquisitely prepared dishes, each designed to delight. Join us at Good Folk uptown Banff for an evening of elevated and unforgettable moments.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian
Hours of operation
Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(403) 760-8505
Website
https://goodfolkrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
600 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1H8
Neighborhood
Banff
Cross street
Marmot Crescent & Banff Ave - Located in Otter Hotel
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Public transit
The Hotel Canoe bus stop across the street
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 16 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
5Service
4.9Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

16 Reviews

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Alasdair
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great selection of drinks and mains, lots of seafood. Cocktails were great, great selection of wine and great service, love the decor.
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Nathalie
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first time there. Usually when it is a new restaurant the service is not right. Our server was on point, very knowledgeable and understood what we needed. Now the food! Wow! Our server, Ashley, recommended the risotto, the mussels and the tartare. We took the 3 of them. I mean WOW! The mussels and tartare were great and the risotto was out of this world. The best I ever tasted and I am very picky. Our night was great! Thanks for Ashley and the staff. Great food and wine! Awesome experience! I will go back soon.
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Natalie
VIP
Calgary
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Banff’s newest restaurant did not disappoint, service was great, scallop appetiser was delicious as was the Filet entree with roasted root vegetables and to finish a Lamington with caramelised banana, will be dining again soon!
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Marina
VIP
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our culinary experience was an adventure to brag about! And the professional and friendly team worked harmonious to ensure our date night was memorable! Can’t wait to come back and highly recommend!
Good FolkResponded 4 days ago
Hi Marina, Thank you for choosing Good Folk for your date night! We are pleased to hear you had a wonderful adventure enjoying our menu options, and hope to welcome you back again soon.
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Laurie
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
For a starter, we enjoyed the Mussels with Thai Red Curry - the fresh basil really gave the dish a lift and the toasted sourdough was the perfect accompaniment to soak up the scrumptious sauce. Our main was sharing the Bone-in Ribeye (medium-rare) among three diners. Seeing as it's a 34 oz portion of meat, it was plenty for all of us. It came with flame-roasted squash and broccolini, plus creamy mashed potatoes. The dish could have used more potatoes, as there was barely a cup overall on the platter which is a bit lean even for two to share when the spuds are so good. The steak was served sliced, perfectly cooked, well-seasoned and extremely tender. For dessert we shared the Banana-Coconut Rum Lamington and the Orange Chocolate Tart. Of the two, the orange-chocolate tart was the favourite, because there was a lot going on in there with rich dark ganache, bright orange creamy topping, and a dash of ancho chile powder. When blended with the affogato, the dessert was a showstopper. The Lamington was pleasant as well, just more homey than the tart. Service was attentive and friendly. It was fun to sit next to the open kitchen and watch the staff prepare dishes. It wasn't too busy or loud, and there is a decent amount of space between tables. The decor is gorgeous with a lot of stone and warm wood. Overall, a bit of a splurge but a really nice addition to the restaurant scene in Banff!
Good FolkResponded 4 days ago
Hi Laurie, Thank you for such a detailed and glowing review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the Thai Red Curry Mussels, your perfectly cooked Ribeye, and the Orange Chocolate Tart. We appreciate your feedback on the portion of mashed potatoes and are glad you found the atmosphere, decor, and service enjoyable. It's wonderful to hear we’ve added something special to the Banff dining scene. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Geoff
Manitoba
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good Folk was a really nice surprise in Banff. A new restaurant, the food was excellent. We had a wonderful Burrata and humus appetizer, rainbow trout (cooked perfectly), and beef tenderloin (also excellent). Great service. Decor and ambience in restaurant was excellent. We’ve eaten at many Banff restaurants and this one is definitely a highlight.
Good FolkResponded 4 days ago
Hi Geoff, Thank you for your kind review. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Burrata and hummus appetizer, a perfectly cooked rainbow trout, and our beef tenderloin. It’s wonderful to know our service, decor, and ambiance stood out to you. We’re honored to be a highlight among Banff restaurants and look forward to your next visit!
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arlene
Edmonton
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were able to make a reservation on New Year’s Eve for 7:15 PM. The service was great all around from the greeting to the end of our stay at the restaurant. We were attended to many times for water. Someone checking in on us how our meal was our server. Yes it was all very great service. The food was excellent. I had the chicken supreme, and my husband had the 6 ounce prime beef tenderloin. It didn’t look like a lot of food for him but actually in the end he was pretty full. We had a good appetizer, which was the mushroom flatbread and a couple adult beverages. I would recommend and would go again. Really nice ambiance and lighting and really beautiful fireplace and a nice place to have dinner.
Good FolkResponded 4 days ago
Hello Arlene, Thank you for spending your New Year’s Eve with us! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the excellent service, delicious food, and cozy ambiance at our new Banff restaurant, Good Folk. The chicken supreme and prime tenderloin sound like they hit the spot, along with the mushroom flatbread and drinks. We’re thrilled you’d recommend us and look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Emily
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was so good we went back the next night too. The chef and kitchen staff are top notch, service was attentive but not overbearing, ambiance was warm and inviting. We had the burrata app and pasta, as well as the scallops, wild boar and trout. Flavours were excellent. The winter margarita and alpine glow cocktails were tasty and the lamington and chocolate orange torte were a great finish. Nothing but great things to say here- make sure you enjoy a meal here!
Good FolkResponded 4 days ago
Hi Emily, Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled you enjoyed your experience so much that you returned the next night. We’ll be sure to pass along your praise to our chef and team. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable meal.
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Marit
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had dinner here on New Year’s Eve - food is amazing, service fantastic and there is a very pleasant atmosphere. Highly recommend!
Good FolkResponded 4 days ago
Hi Marit, Thank you for celebrating New Year’s Eve with us. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the amazing food, fantastic service, and welcoming atmosphere. Your recommendation means so much to us, and we look forward to hosting you again!
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Juliya
Calgary
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good Folk was an amazing experience, exquisite food, wonderful service and cool vibe! Loved it!
Good FolkResponded on December 27, 2024
Hello Juliya, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear you had such an amazing experience at Good Folk. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the exquisite food, wonderful service, and the cool vibe we aim to create. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon for another memorable visit!
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Good Folk is rated 4.9 stars by 16 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jan 7, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

600 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1H8

Additional information

Cross street
Marmot Crescent & Banff Ave - Located in Otter Hotel
Neighborhood
Banff
Hours of operation
Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Public transit
The Hotel Canoe bus stop across the street
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://goodfolkrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(403) 760-8505

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