The Fat Ox of Banff

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Dallas1 review

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was perfect, ambience and dining area was cozy and welcoming. Kevin was the absolute star of the show and I’d come back just to order water and be able to talk to him all night in between refills. Love.
   

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   Anne-Marie

   Unspecified2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was absolutely wonderful from start to finish!
   

   The Fat Ox of BanffResponded 3 days ago

   Hi Anne-Marie Thank you for the 5-star review! We are happy that you had such a wonderful experience. See you on your next visit.
   

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   Judy

   Edmonton4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A total food experience. Service was impeccable and on point. Food quality and quantity were perfect. Flavours were a total experience. Good prices. Restaurant was clean and well maintained, clean and spotless. Definitely would return.
   

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   The Fat Ox of BanffResponded 3 days ago

   Hi Judy Thank you for the 5-star review! We are thrilled you enjoyed the warm atmosphere, personable service, and delicious dishes. See you on your next visit to Banff.
   

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   AmberK

   San Francisco4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a fantastic dining experience at Fat Ox! The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The appetizers were outstanding, especially the elk meatballs! Our entrées were equally impressive, with each dish thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented. The ambience was warm and inviting, creating the perfect setting for a memorable meal. I highly recommend Fat Ox to anyone looking for an exceptional dining experience!
   

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   Christopher VIP

   Atlanta16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The best food in Banff! The focaccia is amazing and the prosciutto and melon is a MUST!!! We will be back!
   

   The Fat Ox of BanffResponded 5 days ago

   Hi Christopher Thank you for the 5 star review. We take great pride in our menu choices and are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed everything. I look forward to seeing you on your next visit.
   

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   Michelle VIP

   Calgary35 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We loved it so much we came back the next day!! We were able to be seated in Mathieu’s section again and he was spectacular…again!! Here is a man who truly loves his job and it shows in EVERYTHING he does! From the wine and cocktail recommendations to all of the food on the menu! We wanted to try something different than the night before and we were impressed yet again! We shared the Winter Bruschetta which was so full of flavour! I never would have thought of using butternut squash for this but it was incredible! Even the flavour of the toasted bread was great! We then had the Roasted Chicken Breast and the Beef Short Rib…bravo! So delicious! The way the flavours were combined to create these dishes was fantastic!! Truly, this restaurant is a gem! We are complete foodies and are really picky when we go out and this place just checks off all of the boxes! Next time we are back in Banff we will for sure be back!! Grazie mille❤️
   

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   The Fat Ox of BanffResponded on March 12, 2025

   Grazie mille for your incredible review and for dining with us not once, but twice during your visit. We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that both of your experiences were so memorable, and we’re honored to have impressed foodies as discerning as yourselves. It’s wonderful to know you loved the Winter Bruschetta, Roasted Chicken Breast, and Beef Short Rib; our team takes great pride in creating dishes that are as flavorful as they are unique. We’ll be sure to pass along your heartfelt compliments to Mathieu; he’ll be so happy to hear how much his passion, knowledge, and care elevated your experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back the next time you’re in Banff; thank you for considering us a gem and for your kind words. Best regards, Fat Ox Family
   

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   Stan

   San Francisco11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 5, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The Fat Ox really is one of the top restaurants in Banff. The menu is very well put together and the food rather excellently done. Well worth a visit while in Banff.
   

   The Fat Ox of BanffResponded on March 6, 2025

   Hi Stan Thank you for the wonderful 5 star review and the high praise. We look forward to seeing you on your next to Banff
   

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Houston4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 3, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Kieran was amazing! Top lad and made the experience great
   

   The Fat Ox of BanffResponded on March 3, 2025

   Thank you for the 5 star review!
   

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   Jeremy

   Norfolk/Suffolk4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A great meal, lovely atmosphere, staff were very friendly. I would definitely recommend ‘ The Fat Ox ‘ as it was recommended to me :)
   

   The Fat Ox of BanffResponded on March 5, 2025

   Hi Jeremy Thank you for the 5 star review! We are happy to hear that we lived up to the recommendation. See you on your next visit.
   

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    Kim

    Columbus8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Food was great. Had the winter bruschetta and pork and scallops. Very nice place.
    

    The Fat Ox of BanffResponded on March 3, 2025

    Hi Kim Thank you for the 5 star review!
    

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