One of the most beautiful scenic rivers and falls. Nature at its best. Calm serene colorful and exhuberant all at one time. Ir relaxed you and fills you up with new energy vigour and clear mind. Words can't do justice to this wonderland you need to experience it first hand.

Absolutely beautiful, despite being nearly completely frozen the ice was starting to thaw so we could hear some rushing water whilst still seeing the beauty of the ice and snow covering the falls. We can’t wait to come back in the early summer when the falls are rushing at the full glory.

Beautiful place. Most organised tours come here (we came here twice during our vacation), so you're probably going to visit it, and it's worth it. It's beautiful! Now I would like to check out the movie with Marylin Monroe that was filmed here, since both guides mentioned it...

I great place for hiking, taking pictures and just to see the sites

Don’t be turned away by the shortness of this waterfall - its roaring and powerful. Got some cool slo mo videos. This hike was very confusing to get to. We originally tried going for sunset, but were unsure and it was getting dark. So we went the next morning. We parked in the SMALL parking lot for surprise corner lookout and got there early enough there was one spot available. Most people just park there for the surprise corner lookout, which is pretty short, so cars are coming and going for parking spots to open up. We parked there, went to the surprise corner lookout, then walked all the way along the highway to Bow Falls, which was very out of the way because we had to backtrack once we crossed the bridge. I would recommend parking near the bridge on bow river and going from there. There is also a path from downtown banff parking lot across the street from patagonia, but you have to pay to park there. The actual hike is pretty fun, but people everywhere and getting in the way. The path goes along bow river until you get to the falls. There are railings at the end that might get in pictures. Overall pretty cool spot but way too touristy.

Located near the Fairmont Hotel, walking distance. Paid parking is available less than 5 min walk from the viewpoint. Beautiful view to snap some pictures. Don’t miss this place when you’re in Banff. Right next to it is the golf course (across the bridge).

We walked from Banff Ave, took a left, went over the pedestrian bridge, and walked all the way down the path till the falls. It was MAGNIFICENT and a trip highlight. Seeing the Fairmont was a surprise as well. There are stairs a few times, so keep that in mind. Great for kids. The falls are bigger then they appear. Beautiful!

Amazing! No rainfall! Newer boardwalk along the river. We went down to the river. That's cool. I saw people was riding in paddleboats.

Nice gentle walk to Bow falls from town behind Banff centre via Hoodo trial and Suprise corner. Beautiful spot lovely turquoise colour to water. Nice gentle walk back to town alongside river Bow.

Beautiful place to visit while in Banff. There’s parking next to the falls or you can park at the parking of the Banff Springs Hotel and walk 15 minutes to get to the falls.

Exceptional place the view is breath taking. There is a short trail across the river giving you some amazing views. Ample parking & washroom. There are picnic spots if needed. Over all you must stop at this place its so serene. Check out my other reviews & follow for more.

Beautiful lake in Banff National Park. There are few picnic tables by the lake. There are big parking lot close to the lake but always busy. Most of the time it is hard to find a parking spot. Washroom facility is available too.

This is a lake which took me by surprise . Walking down from the *free parking lot* the view did not seem that good. Starting part of the lake looks dried out. But once you find the right spot in between the rocks, the view is mesmerising. It’s full of colours. Every time you move an inch or turn your head, the colour combination looks different. Walking down the road is peaceful Would love to visit this(amongst other places) in winter.

Wonderful crew, and beautiful scenery. the boat doesn’t dock anywhere on the trip but the engines are shut down for a few minutes at the turning point in water to experience the calmness and peace, it was a serene experience.

Very nice place. I recommend stopping at a parking lot a bit more South of the main parking lot just by the Road. Here you can get some really nice pictures of the Lake and the mountain. And there are almost no people. Enjoy!

Well paved hikes with great bathrooms. Saw a family of deer on the hike. Make sure to bring bear spray as the park ranger mentioned a family getting charged by a bear on this trail last month. Cafe at the start of the trail has great food too.

We were there last week and the lake is still frozen

Beautiful, easy to get to and drive along the lake. The views are absolutely stunning, the color of the lake in July is unbelievable. If you are in the area, I'd recommend at least a drive along the lake if your are in a hurry, it doesn't take long at all.

Beautiful lake! With its turquoise colour water this a perfect place for a boat ride or just a visit to explore the beauty of the rockies.

It was a dark and dreary day when we visited this lake which is a short drive from Banff. It was still beautiful. Maybe because it was raining there was not a big crowd at any of the view points so available parking was plentiful.

Great for getting in the water. Plenty of "beach" space (it's really pebbles, not sand). The breeze was nice, and lots of trees if it's sunny. There are also some nice views of mountains.

Beautiful Lake and interesting history behind it. Exceptional facilities: toilettes, coffee/bistro with reasonable prices; beware though CRAZY parking. We were fortunate to park quickly but as we left there was at least a dozen vehicles waiting for a spot. There's some unofficial parking spots we noticed at the shoulder of the road. Check out the cruise/hiking options. Definitely a must-do while in Banff.

Very close to Banff, just a few minutes drive. Open all season long. Boat tours on the summer. Popular for hiking, crosscountry ski and dive tours. Great history and story for the Spirit lake Minnewanka. Not to mention picnic tables are available for free with a cafe open on the summer and fall. This is my favorite place to go in Banff.

Exceptional lake with great view. There is boating, kayaking and mini cruise rides available check out timing and price on their website. But the views of mountains and lake is just breath taking. There is ample parking, washroom and picnic spot and benches. Kids had a lot of fun. There are hikes from the lake. Its not to far from Calgary and definately my top favorite lakes, you must check out my profile for other lake reviews. Check out images and videos and follow for more.

Lake Minnewanka is less crowded and easier to access than Lake Louise, but the geography is just as stunning! It's the largest lake in the park and quite deep as well. A long but easy hiking trail runs the length of the lake, connecting a few camp sites (some get shut down during peak bear season in July). Kayaks are available to rent, and boat tours can be booked in advance. When visiting by car, plan to spend some time circling the small parking lot, waiting for a spot to open up. Minnewanka has a long and interesting history - Clovis tools, flooded towns, a number of dams that changed its shape - so it's worth reading a little bit about it before visiting if history is an interest of yours.

This doesn’t get the hype of Louise or Moraine, but it’s beautiful, and the biggest lake in the area. Free abundant parking, nice bathrooms. We hiked past the bridge then with our bear spray in hand hiked the the left along the river that feeds the lake just over the wooden bridge. We coupled up with other hikers as required to avoid bear 🐻 encounters. Go until you can go down to the river bed.

An informative place to spend some time and relax. Similar to a museum but have more things to do here. Staffs were helpful and patient to explain things. Loved the ambiance and the way they have maintained the place. Smell of sulphur reminds me of chemistry lab at school. Plan to go there in the morning as parking lots get filling in very quick. Overall great experience.

Cave and Basin National Park is a hidden gem that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and historical value. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a history buff, or simply seeking a serene and picturesque setting, this place is a beauty. I can't recommend it enough.

Pretty cool place to visit. I walked from town, maybe 3/4 mile but you can drive there and I believe there are also shuttles. I enjoyed learning the history of the area, from how the spring was first found by two brothers to how the area was a huge pool the locals used regularly at one time. The spring itself in the "Cave" Is pretty cool. It emits a strong sulfur smell but I would still recommend checking it out.

This is a great place to visit if you enjoy history and paying attention to small details (including the snails). It is free for kids 17 and under, so the cost for young families is modest. The cave is of huge historical importance to the Banff of today. The displays of history, including the laughably small original hotel, are interesting particularly to talk through with young children. The boardwalks up to the springs as well as in the wetlands below cumulatively make this a nice stop.

Not too sure why all the so-so reviews? Definitely worth seeing for a stop on the way to the Banff Gondola for about 1-2 hours. Great for kids and informative. Even if you only check out the cave (forewarned sulfur smells) and walk the exhibits. Make sure to check out the views from the second floor.

Pretty cool place, did it all in like 15 minutes. One small smelly cave with a hot water pond, and also an outside thermal pond and that's about it. Really small, I'd say worth the $8.50 to explore and experience it, but you're spending more time in the gift shop & trying to find parking.

How many people go to Banff and skip this place? Not us. Cool to learn the history, plenty of cool exhibits and things for the kids to do. First time to Canada with the family and must say we love their kids Xplorer program. Similar to Jr Rangers in the USA. Everywhere we went the rangers were super chill and no issues getting their dog tag rewards. In USA seems like the rangers were picky about books being 100% or wouldn’t give an extra one out for sibling waiting in the car. Lake Louise, museum, ice field center all have separate programs

It's one of the tourist attractions in Banff National Park. If you love history, this is the right place, and if you don't, then this place is still interesting. Cave is small & smells of sulfur, but it's beautiful. There are two boardwalks, upper & lower. The upper boardwalk, the view is spectacular & you will get to know lots of information about the past. Lots of stairs to climb up. The lower boardwalk is very interesting, with a little pond (different types of small fish), and if you are lucky, you will see different types of birds too. The staff are helpful and knowledgeable. Great for families, especially with young kids and groups, too. The admission is free with the annual park pass. Parking is free. There is a small gift shop next to the parking lot.

Great place. The parking costs 20 bucks. Lots of availability though. The history of the swimming pool was pretty awesome. If you don’t like the smell of sulfur I would not recommend going to see the cave. Pretty nasty smells. The snails were super cool! Would be really cool to swim in that huge pool back in the day. Oh and don’t forget to take a photo in the Photo Booth 😀

This is an amazing place to visit. The exhibits are really interesting and tell you a lot about the history here. The cave walk and basins are amazing to see, and if you continue along the trails it's even more impressive. Truly a remarkable sight. Also the whole place smells like sulfur all the time. Just be aware of you're sensitive to smells!

This is a lovely place to learn about the National and provincial parks in Canada. The cave is pretty small but cool. If you're curious about how the hot springs work this is pretty interesting the sulfur smell is very strong but I blame nature! There's a few boardwalk trails that are lovely and it's a 30 minute walk into town along a trail that passes by a few of the local tourist spots.

Don't let the sulfur smell get to you in the basin area, the awe that comes from this place is palatable. I understand why this is the first national park in Canada, there is something primordial about the basin/pool. I wish that the swimming pool/hot spring was still around, but it was nice that you can still imagine what the place was like back in the day.

Nice place to know the history. On the way out, exited from the back to climb up to see the opening of the cave. It was nice easy hike and worth it. Also hiked the trail towards the swamp and bird blind. Entry is free if you have annual National park pass. Saw elk grazing while walking out of the park.

Friendly and informative Parks Canada staff, official merchandise of Parks Canada, clean public washroom. Very neat building that was originally the only permanent school in Banff. Highly recommended stopping by to explore the history and learn more about what the area may offer.

Gorgeous as always. It was a Saturday and we waited less than 10 minutes to buy our annual pass. The views are breathtaking.

The gentleman we spoke with was such a great help! After a few introductory questions about how long we'll be in town and what were in the mood to do, he pulled out a local map and a highlighter pen and got to work. He was a fountain of great local knowledge! He gave easy to understand directions and encouraged us to consider some activities we hadn't thought about. I am so glad we did! We took a scenic drive and saw some amazing wildlife. He suggested the Cave & Basin Park - totally worth going. With new knowledge of the area in hand, we headed out for a trip full of insider tips and places to go. I am so grateful to the staff at this Visitor Center! It was a clean friendly place to pop in and get maps or just use the restroom.

Great place for everyone. Brings you close to nature and forget everything. Short drive from Calgary. Just the drive itself is worth it. Great small town vibes with beautiful nature as the backdrop.

Entry to Banff National Park. A world famous heritage location for nature, and wildlife to explore. You may go into the wild and explore it to its length. Caution: please do not forget to wear hiking shoes before leaving your house. Please bring some emergency tools with you such as rope, torch, some siren etc. If you are going to Bear prone area and looking for camping ground, inform relevant authorities before moving. Make sure you use a bonfire near your camping ground at night. All the best👌✌️👍

Obviously the scenic view is stunning and did not disappoint. Downtown Banff is very crowded even if we went during and off-season time. Recommend driving out to different viewing points which are located along Tunnel Mountain road, where it's less crowed, parking is free, and it's actually in nature. Great experience!

I wish all government support entities were like Banff Visitor Center. Consistently we find the people friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Not only do they know the information you are requesting but so many times they have personal experience to add to their answers. Certainly worth a visit and the washrooms are handy as well.

Banff visitor centre should be the first place to head when arriving to banff. The staff is very helpful, providing excellent information. what places to see, and must places to see. If one is taking the ONIT transportation up to Banff. The $10 CAD one way trip cost also includes the local Roam bus in the city of Banff. Otherwise . It will cost an adult $2. CAD. This is still a bargain. I highly recommend going to sulfur mountain and taking the gondola or for those that want to save some $$$. It would take nearly 2 1/2 hours to trek up the rough pathway. Is it worth it? YES!!!! I spent a nice day trip to Banff. It cost me $20.00 round trip taking the ONIT transport from Calgary. FYI. It only operates Friday, Saturday and Sunday. It obvious the price is subsidized. If one travels to Banff, Monday to Thursday, expect to pay $45.00 CAD one way. Besides the excellent staff at the visitor centre, The centre has clean restroom. Enjoy Banff, you will not regret it!

Their customer service is fantastic. The lady that helped us was very informative and had lots of patience helping us plan two adventures. Never did we feel rushed.

Was here in June 2022. Incredible panorama of forest, mountain, lake, and sky. All rolled into one beautiful and inspiring view of nature. Note that we couldn't find a place to park to enjoy the views. So we parked at Fenland Trailhead and walked.

This gem is a minute's drive from the Banff town centre and well worth the short trip especially in the morning. The sounds of birds and the pristine waters greet you on arrival. The mountain in the backdrop is reflected by the gorgeous lake. There's one Jetty to take photos but be prepared to be cooperative with other photo takers. Definitely one for the Instagram.

Just a pit spot on the way to jasper, unless you want to take your own kayak to get in lake, or go swim. Not as colorful as other lakes, nevertheless beautiful

Beautiful Lakes that are definitely worth the stop if you're in the area

Goods views of the lakes and surrounding mountains. Is easy access from the minor road that runs parallel to the highway, which good for those with mobility issues , but does mean there is often a traffic problem and parking issues. Are a few pull-off areas a parking spots with area to take strolls along the lake. The lake road also popular with cyclists.

Stunning views ❤️ If you are in Banff, you need to stop here for a great walk or to ride a bicycle and enjoying nature.

Even though it’s not as colourful as the other lakes, these lakes are also beautiful and unique in their own way. There is a lot of wildlife nearby,

Must visit, just on the outskirts of Banff. One can walk here from Banff’s near Fenland Park and it’s on the Banff Legacy Trail. picture perfect!

Got some nice views around sunset. Surprisingly, not that many people along the scenic driving route. If there are lots of people, both driving and sightseeing will become difficult from most spots near parking. The path to drive is narrow. It's a nice stop that, hopefully, won't be bogged down by a crowd of people. Scenic drive is a one way.

Beautiful lakes! I would say go early in the morning, so you can get the reflections of the mountains in the lakes!

During our visit to Banff, we enjoyed dinner at the Old Spaghetti Factory! We actually went to 2 restaurants prior and were very disappointed with the atmosphere, service, and friendliness. When we arrived, they were very busy. There was a 15 wait we received a text message when our table was ready. Our server was very busy. It took a little while for him to make his way to our table , completely understandable. When he greeted us, he apologized for the wait and was super friendly. He was so nice. It being our first time here we had a few questions about the menue. He was very patient and kind to us . I figured our food would take a little while , it being so busy.... but no, he brought out a mini loaf of bread and butter , then our dinner shortly after , it was really fast . Everything was delicious, better than expected. The price was unbelievable. For a family of 4 , 3 course meals, beer/drinks, and an appetizer, our bill was under $100!!!! It is honestly the best dining experience we had in a while. Great server ✅️ Quality food ✅️ Reasonable price ✅️ 5 🌟 all around !!

Decent pasta, friendly service. We were shocked by how much food we got for the price we paid. You get your main dish + complimentary tea/juice, salad/soup, bread and ice cream for the price of your main dish.

My first visit here, it was just amazing ! Even we had blackout tonight (all banff area), I enjoyed dinner with my friends. Food was great for the price, and ‘all included’ was fabulous idea that we had salad, ice cream and hot drink included. All were perfect except for the slow service. Our waiter was a guy (cant recall his name but started with J). It took so long to get the take away box, paper bag, dessert order, getting the bill and paying for it. I do not think it was busy that half of tables were empty (as it was late). This is the only thing can be improved, providing service little faster. Other than that, it is perfect place to enjoy nice pasta dishes with others :)

Was here on a Thursday afternoon (around 3 pm) and the place was on the quieter side, which was perfectly fine. The greeter was friendly and showed us to our seat and was in general pleasant. We ordered the French onion soup, the carbonara, and the pesto linguine with chicken. Although the French onio soup was good it wasn't the quality I was expecting based on previous visits at other locations in Edmonton and Calgary. The pastas were undercooked and the pesto sauce was not blended properly. Both pastas also tasted pretty bland. Ordered a bottle of wine and interestingly our server never actually served it to us, like you normally expect (presenting it, approval, and finally serving it). He just opened the bottle and left it on the table. Our server was friendly. Overall, compared to the past experiences I have had at other locations, this was not the greatest.

I had an amazing experience here. Our server, Thomas was the best! He was kind, sweet and friendly. He is an exceptional server and management should know this. The food itself was good too, and the price was on the affordable end. I came with my sister and brother-in law and we all enjoyed our time here. We will be coming back and will ask for THOMAS again. :) OVERALL I would recommend to all my friends.

One of the best pastas I’ve ever had! They offer a good range of menu including vegan/vegetarian meals. I ordered ravioli and manicotti and both of them tasted really good and had a generous quantity. Also, love how most of the meals are ‘all included’. Our server was really nice and offered us his recommendations. Will be looking forward to revisit and would recommend to anyone visiting Banff.

Our first visit here, it was very busy and we had a twenty-five minute wait for a table.  The decor and atmosphere are appealing and relaxing, the menu has a good variety to choose from.  We ordered the Seafood Linguine Marinara, Roasted Garlic Grilled Chicken and Spaghetti with Meatballs.  Food portions were generous, the pasta was cooked perfectly and the meals were very tasty and nicely spiced.  Prices are decent considering the salad, unlimited bread, main course, tea, and icecream are all inclusive. Our server, Gabriel, was very friendly and attentive, and we enjoyed conversing with him, all the best to him in his future studies!  I highly recommend trying this place.

What’s not to like?! Reasonable price for Starter, Main Course and Desert!! Spinach Salad with Goat cheese and Cranberries, Roasted Garlic Chicken were tasty. I’d recommend this place!

We went to this Italian restaurant for the very first time and we love it! It was a very pleasant experience from the people who greeted us to our server Harry! Harry went above and beyond, he explained everything and he helped us to choose the meal, exceptional customer service!! We ordered Chicken Alfredo with Mushroom and Mascarpone Cheese Ravioli and it was the best pasta in my life! I was enjoying every piece of this dish! This meal comes with freshly baked bread and garlic butter, soup/salad of your choice and ice cream. We also ordered Seafood Fettuccine Alfredo with with our spinach and egg fettuccine noodles, it was very yummy! Portion are big, it’s nice that everything included in price. You can also get free coffee and tea. We had our meals with classic red sangria, highly recommended!! The interior is very interesting, a lot of stained glass windows, vintage lamps and wooden chairs! If you are in Banff, you cannot miss this place!!

The food was amazing here!! If you like Italian this is the place!! The vibe was very warm with comfortable seating. The fettuccine Alfredo was amazing and the soup was definitely up to the mark! Our food also came with extra sides of ice cream which was a first! 🤩 The views from the restaurant were 10/10 with a full view of the mountain and town! I highly recommend this place but it gets crowded around 7-8 pm. 🫶

Came at opening hours. Quickly seated and fast service. Unlimited baked bread and came with side salad/soup. Seafood linguini marinara had a generous portion of seafood and spices. Once other diners came, they were seated relatively close to other tables. Server forgot to give us our ice cream at the end, until we asked.

Great deal for very good food. Bread, soup or salad, tea or coffee, and ice cream included in the price. Aaron, who kindly served us was very friendly & professional. Highly recommended!

This supposed to be a four-star rating. But since I have been double charged on my debit card, and haven't got any refund in a month. We were there in the afternoon around 3, not too busy but taking a bit of wait time to get our order/food. The service was absolutely excellent! The cheese fondue was great, but it was a bit greasy as it's only bread dipped in cheese and there are only two of us. the hot rock BBQ is good, with a small portion tho. The other thing I loved about this place is the deco, vintage and country vibes, bears, moose, woody and rustic deco, every little detail filled with an eye for beauty, a great photo spot!

Wow ! What an amazing experience. This place has great fondu options and Exotic meats ! We cooked our meal at our table frying in hot oil and on a hot black stone. Super fun ! A must try in Banff. Yum !!

I had an extraordinary dining experience at The Grizzly House! The diverse menu featuring venison, frog, kangaroo, buffalo, alligator, ostrich, and wild tuna was an adventure for my taste buds. Each dish was prepared impeccably, and the ambiance added to the excitement. The Grizzly House is a must-visit for those seeking unique culinary delights at Banff.

Very cool experience. I had a chicken tortellini soup and the cheese fondue for starters. I then had elk, venison, beef, ostrich, Buffalo and wild boar on the hot stone with their sampling of sauces. Cooking on the hot stone was awesome although beware, the bitter gets EVERYWHERE. My phone, which was on the table, and all our drink cups and napkins were covered in butter grease by the time we were done! This meal was amazing and will definitely go back when next in Banff

The Grizzly House was a must-do experience for your first time in Banff…however, the food itself is fairly lackluster. The good, as I mentioned, was the uniqueness of experience. Choosing what to order, sharing and exploring the fondues with your fellow guests and cooking (or trying to) with the provided hot plates. It was fun, the staff were great and it was very memorable. Now, the food itself seemed a bit overpriced, taste was underwhelming and portion sizes were small. For what we paid per person, we shared what seemed like pretty small portions of vegetable and cheese fondue… the starter Caesar salads were fairly bland, and the house tortellini soup served lukewarm. Following the starters and fondue, we received our 6-7 ounces of protein per person (which felt quite minimal once served)… but as I said, it was fun to cook and eat, so not a wasted experience by any stretch. We had made a reservation, but be prepared to wait until the exact minute your reservation begins. Understandable given the busy nature of the place, but something of note nonetheless, as we had been accustomed to being seated 5-10 minutes prior at most other restaurants. One tip I read that I was happy to have followed: skip your fancy clothes! Due to the hot plate cooking, our table and surroundings collected some cooking grease… nothing to bother us, but we were glad to have known this prior, and dressed accordingly! Thanks for a memorable experience! We had a good time - likely wouldn’t return, but grateful for it nonetheless.

Our server made everything 10times better. British girl Jess? She was absolutely lovely and bubbly. Food was great and great! It was wayyy better than my expectations. My parents loved it!! Rib eye steak was my one pick and dessert was awesome 👏

This is one of the best, if not the best fondue restaurants that I’ve ever visited. The restaurant has been open since 1967 and still looks the same way it did back then. Which is classic and awesome. The food is simply outstanding and all the different fondue options were delicious. They have numerous fondue options so you are definitely likely to find something that you would like. I highly recommend the cheese fondue and the chocolate fondue.

This is a good restaurant with an interesting history and culture. The food is very good but on the pricey side, not a big surprise for Banff. My favourite was the chicken tortellini soup, not pictured here but soooo good! Libor was our server, he was so helpful in explaining everything to us. I was really surprised to see Czechvar, you don’t see many Czech beers other than Pilsner Urqill. We would come back.

We did the four course dinner, and it was great. The vegetable fondue is delicious, and we got a large variety of game meats (including some specials like kangaroo) to cook on the hot rock. Everything was delicious, as I am a big fan of eating game meat and other exotic meats.

I've personally never been here before, my friend recommended the place and after lastnight I understand why. Our server was Susan M. And she was the best server I've ever experienced. She was bubbly, personable, extremely knowledgeable, and all around she made our already amazing experience perfect. The restaurant serves wonderful dishes and I recommend you come in a group and try a little bit of everything. The decor of the restaurant gives it a very nice cozy, rustic atmosphere. We enjoyed the fondue but swapped out for hot rocks for our main entrees. As mentioned earlier, Susan M. Was fantastic and she anticipated our needs before we could even ask for a fresh hot rock she was offering to replace them. We tried the house cocktail, gin based, and it wasn't overly sweet but extremely flavourful. We also tried the 3rd tap brown local draft. I was expecting more of a honey brown but it was darker like a Guinness, which wasn't bad at all, but I definitely filled up a bit too much for it. Definitely recommend you choose lighter drinks, like the house cocktail.

The 4 course menu was a great recommendation. I personally recommend to add sauteed mushrooms to the cheese fondue. The service was super fast and helpful in regard to how to do the different types of fondue. Grizzly House already made it on our list where we will go again when back in Banff!

We had a great final meal before leaving banff. Cheese fondue to start. Everyone got different meat. Beef, chicken, prawns were good, but exotic kangaroo was amazing. I preferred the ostrich which was very lean. Some started with soup and salad, all finished with chocolate fondue. Fair selection of cocktails and wine.

I decided to try this restaurant for the first time when we came for my wedding dinner (it was just 4 of us) on August 13th and the food and service was phenomenal!!! All the staff already knew who we were when we arrived and greeted us so warmly! We had a table right next to the window with a great view. Our server was very knowledgeable and amazing, he made the night so great. The restaurant provided some complementary glasses of champagne for us when we first arrived which was a wonderful surprise. The food was cooked to perfection and tasted absolutely incredible. Great selections of wines as well. I couldn't have asked for a better wedding dinner. Will definitely be a new favourite of ours when we come to Banff!!

Located in Downtown Banff and the restaurant was easy to find. The menu includes good options for all however unfortunately the quality of food wasn’t very good for the price we paid. But the service from our waiter couldn’t be faulted. He was lovely. What we ordered off the menu: Mains- 2 x New York Striploin cooked medium well Unfortunately, the steak was not cooked to our liking. My husbands steak was medium rare and once the waiter noticed, asked if he wanted it back in the grill! This is a steak no no in our books. They really should of cooked a whole new steak because then it was tough. My steak was as cooked medium and I tolerated it. The hassle back potato wasn’t pleasant either. All in all, we were very disappointed with the food and the expensive price we paid for a terrible meal. I would not recommend this place for a decent meal unfortunately unless they dropped their extravagant prices. Sorry 😞 Would recommend you make a reservation so not to miss out.

My husband and I came here for our Anniversary dinner while in Banff. Service and food were incredible ! Jason was a very knowledgeable friendly server and was so quick to have our drinks filled and plates taken away. We had fresh oysters to try for our first time and they were great! We then had mussels and they were also delicious. My husband and I both had the salmon for our entree and it was the best salmon we have ever had ! Cooked perfect! We finished off with dessert which was the perfect amount of chocolate goodness ! We would love to come back next time we are in Banff celebrating a special occasion !

The decorations and the vibe of the restaurant was very Canadian, we like it very much. However, it seems a bit overpriced for us. A 18oz of steak cost us $78 dollars however the bone is not too small… The duck wings as the appetizer was amazingly delicious, but the hamburger and the salmon were just okay. We saw a lot of people recommended this restaurant on Internet so we decided to give it a try, and now we probably will never come back cause it’s really not worth the price.

The experience I had here was exceptional to say the least. I had the 8oz Alberta Prime Baseball sirloin steak cooked medium-rare with Peppercorn sauce and fries and it was fantastic all around. Glasses of Budweiser beer with a nice quiet ambience inside the restaurant made for a very memorable time here and I would definitely like to come again. The service was kind and attentive with respect. Awesome! Get over here folks because you won't be disappointed ! 👍

Amazing brunch! I got the French toast and it was to die for. The slices of bread were so thick and soft. My fiancé got the farmer’s breakfast and he loved it. Especially the rye bread with homemade jam. We left satisfied and stuffed! The service was great too. We had planned to go to the restaurant across the street but when we found out there was a 40 minute wait we decided to try the maple leaf and we have no regrets!

Amazing restaurant! Amazing taste steak and other food we ordered. Fast and friendly service and would take time to go over menu. Much better stake than in other higher rated restaurant close by. Would come back when in area no doubt. Keep up great job. Cheers

I recommend this place for both lunch and dinner. Parking: The restaurant is close to the parking area for Banff downtown, taking around a few minutes to walk to the restaurant. Also, street parking is available beside the restaurant. Booking: It was not busy during the lunch period, so it is not necessary to book the place in advance. Service: The server is very nice, and he always carries a nice smile on his face. He is kind to recommend sightseeing locations during Banff and Alerbta. Food: I ordered 4 dishes, including The Steakhouse Cheeseburger, Crispy Chicken Burger, Baja Shrimp Tacos, Maple Jalapeño Chicken Wings and Maritime Seafood Chowder. The Burgers and Tacos are excellent to try. The meat inside was juicy and tasteful. Maritime Seafood Chowder is the most impressive among all. It has all kinds of seafood inside, and the soup tastes not too heavy. Restaurant Interior: The seating is comfortable for a family and a group of friends. We sat next to the bar, and the overall decoration was classic Canadian style.

It's located in a historic building King Edward Hotel. The bison steak is so delicious. The dining environment is very classical and elegant.

Amazing!! I don't even know where to begin. We went there for dinner and the food was absolutely delicious! (I miss the cornbread already🤤) Most items were very reasonably priced for the portion size. The restaurant is a very cozy and fun space. The staff are so warm and inviting! Immediately, we were greeted by a very polite host, even the chefs and other staff would gladly engage in conversation if you walked by. As we left, they called to us from across the restaurant to have a great night and stay warm outside. Our waitress, Mara, was absolutely wonderful! Such a genuine and kind person. She was attentive, sweet, and helpful. She gave honest answers to any questions, quickly helped us through the menu, and engaged in cheerful conversation. Even as it got busier, she handled all her tables with the same grace and quality. Anyone is lucky to have Mara as their server and furthermore, I would like to shout out the whole staff! Thank you for the great night Tooloulous! We will definitely be back❤️❤️

This Southern Style restaurant had a good reputation online but delivers only acceptably. The decor is dated and dim, and the policy for our table of 11 made us all arrive on time, which felt inflexible. However the biggest downside was the quality of the food and flavours. The meals ingredients could do with more clarity of flavour and acidity. Our chicken was even cold in the Bayou soup. The Bourbon bun for the beef burger was over burnt. In short, it seems the dishes were hastily prepared or seemed to have been made from one large reheated pot. Otherwise, the staff were friendly and mean well. Though for the prices we paid we had expected more.

HUGE PORTION and we loved it!!! Had to wait for maybe 15-20mins before we get seated... We ordered some pancakes with side of bacon, veggie omelette, apple cinnamon waffles and some eggs Benedict and we enjoyed all of them. Great service as well and pretty good ambience when we dined.

We loved the cornbread here so much we came back another time during our short stay in Banff. Other than the cornbread, the Etouffe was our favourite! The wait wasn't too long both times; each time we were given a buzzer and we could wander the block to pass the time. Service was good; the waitstaff really nice.

Food was delicious. We were seated immediately and service was fairly quick. Waitresses and staff were very helpful with some allergy concerns. Portions were a bit small however, depending on the dish. My snow crab plate was delicious, but I left still hungry.

Came here for brunch after reading positive reviews... And yes, those reviews were very accurate. It was a bit of a wait today (Easter weekend after all), but it was only 30min so understandable 👍 The atmosphere is pretty cool in here and the food was amazing. Priced within reason, good sized portions and tasted amazing. I had the Acadian BLT and the Fried green tomatoes that come on it... Wow good 👍👍 We also had the "Starv'n Marvin" which is essentially a steak sandwich made their way and it was really good too. Would definitely recommend coming here anytime. One standout feature is the have a hot sauce area, many to choose from and some of them are pretty spicy. Thanks for the great service, great atmosphere, and killer good food 👍👌👍

Was my first time to this establishment. Our food was delicious! But our waiter Sunny? Was awesome, hands down made our time here remembering. Took 3 kids here they had a great time too. Nice kids menu with good prices! Had the frog legs as an appetizer kids loved them! Drinks were great! Wife had the Bellini was awesome. If you are in town and want some fun Cajun food come here!

It's YES! If you wonder if you should go, you already have your answer. Just prepare to be unable to move for next couple of hours :) It's a small, cool place with Louisiana spirit. Lots of gluten free options (basically the same as for anyone else). The portions are huge, but everything is super tasty, and has that homemade feel to it. Even the waffles were nice, light and fluffy. Just... go and enjoy! Oh you might wait for a bit to get seated, even on the weekdays, but it's totally worth it. We were also told once that the wait is an hour and it turned out to be 30 minutes so be nearby.

Get here early. We waited 15 min at 9 am. It was 45 min by the time we left. Staff was great. Place was clean and the food was awesome! My wheat toast was buttery. The omelets were tasty. May come back a few more times this week. Indoor and outdoor seating.

Really enjoyed our meal at Tooloulous! The service was prompt & we were seated with drinks within the first 15minutes. The food was exceptional, a nice generously portioned serving which was seasoned very well. Tooloulous made for a great lunch stop whilst walking the streets of Banff, and I would happily go again!

Magnificent view! What a place to enjoy your dinner with loved ones. Our waitress is very friendly and she provides a great service! However, the food here is only ok, pork chop is over cooked.

This has got to be one of the best places to eat in Banff! We were served by none other than the Australian Ambassador himself-- Luke!! Hailing all the way from Perth, this gentleman was attentive, gracious, and truly enhanced the dining experience. Standout items include the house bread, the Sky Salad, bison, and salmon. A must try! Recommend budgeting no more than an hour outside of dinner to explore the peak of Sulphur Mountain. Don't allow too much time, as they won't let you down on the gondola any earlier than your scheduled time!

Make sure you book your tickets in advance! I do find the price for food high, but its banff and you are mostly paying for the experience of eating on top of a mountain. Highly recommend the chicken and waffles, it was delicious. The strawberry salad is also good, especially when you add the chicken. Server was v/ nice. Overall, pricey but for us worth it for the overall experience.

My husband and I had a fantastic lunch here for our anniversary. The food was great and the service was phenomenal! Morgan was very attentive, she surprised us with anniversary chocolates on dessert and champagne! She made our trip even better. Not to mention the views are excellent!!

Dinner a la carte made a reservation a month in advance. We did not get a window seat. We were still very content with where we were. However if you are going there for the view, don't reserve with a large party as most window tables are for 2 people only. Going up the gondola is so cool!!! There is a speaker inside talking about what event is happening at the top. It's a short ride up and once the announcement is done, you do get nice zen music and then silence to enjoy the view in peace to the top. There is a walk to the other peak and some outdoor decks on multiple floors to see the views from as many angles as possible. With nice signs naming each peak you see around with heights. Now about the restaurant. Wonderful menu! Great options for all food restrictions. Delicious. Good portions. Lovely cocktail selection. I do not recommend for large parties (more than 4) especially if you want a window seat.

This place is amazing! We made a reservation a couple weeks in advance because the lunch time slots fill up pretty quickly. The view is stunning and the food was really good too! Our server Maxwell was so nice and professional as well. The sangria was really good, and the chocolate cake was very moist!

Unbeatable atmosphere and location. Let's face it, that's why you're really eating here. That alone is worth the price of admission, as they say. Try to get window seating for maximum impact. Would advice to reserve in advance during peak season, just in case. Among the food, I would highly suggest the Chicken & Waffle, nicely crispy without much grease. The pulled Bison bun was decent, although I wish there was a worthy sauce accompanying it. Clam chowder was just ok, not bad. Overall I would suggest going just for the experience!

What a treat! We showed up late afternoon without a booking and Georgia kindly guided us to a beautiful table by the windows with a stunning view. Luke was our server and was super polite, professional and knowledgeable about the menu. He proceed to suggest and deliver a fantastic meal and experience. We had the corn ravioli and the orange blossom for dessert. Both were very well balanced and, in my opinion, fairly priced for where we were and the quality. There was also a featured drink they served which was really special. Once in a lifetime feel and truly a pleasure to the palate.

One of the best places for lunch or dinner in Banff. Reservation well in advance is required. The food was delicious, we ordered two seafood chowders, an angus beef burger and a mushroom toast for two people. It was more than enough. We completed it with an orange mousse that was amazingly good (see the photos). The entire menu is also in the photos. The service was also great and the views of the mountains are second to none. You can access by a gondola ($69 round trip) or by a moderate 2h trail called Sulphur Mountain Trail (5.2km).

Such a nice view out there, the food was awesome, and so with staff. The chef even came to me and asked about the food. Truly enjoyed the view. It’s ideal for partners and even families too. I think I could spend hours there just staring at the mountains. Very wonderful atmosphere! I will surely be back!

Absolutely stunning views! The food was delicious- we had the bison and ravioli. Great wine selection too! Our server, Morgan had great recommendations as well and really made our experience special!

This was our favorite restaurant we ate at in Banff. Our waitress Victoria was great and very helpful. The food was delicious, and it was such a great experience taking the gondola up sulphur mountain, walking the boardwalk trail, and then eating a delicious dinner as the sun set over the mountains put the window. We particularly loved the seafood chowder and the bison steak with mashed yams.

Had a great evening here Aug 20th. The food was great. We got the seafood chowder, beef, bison, and chocolate for dessert. Our server Lisa was also exceptional. She was enthusiastic and attentive throughout the busy night!