Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Canmore

"The Bison Restaurant' is committed to using regional, seasonal and Canadian ingredients. Our intimate dining room has windows on all sides, with Banff's best mountain views, and a large sunny terrace. Watch as a brigade of chef's prepare your meal in our open-concept kitchen led by executive chef..."

"Our favorite restaurant in Banff with a great atmosphere and high-quality farm-to-table food. They have a seasonal menu and won several national awards in Canada for exceptional service. It’s well known as the best spot in Banff for brunch on Sundays."

"This is one of the fancier restaurants in town and it does not disappoint. It’s been years since we’ve made it back here but I still remember the maple-glazed salmon and the super creamy mashed potatoes. If you’re looking for an upscale restaurant in the heart of Banff, this is one of the top options."

"A Canadian cuisine experience of the upscale variety housed in an après-ski-influenced setting. It is well known for its focus on all-Canadian products, from British Columbia salmon to Alberta bison and maritime lobster."

"The Maple Leaf Grill and Lounge has a warm mountain atmosphere with a lot of Canadian Inspired dishes. They use local Canadian ingredients such as an Alberta beef ribeye and or maple dijon B.C."

"Classic burgers with a twist, this lunch time hang out celebrates Alberta’s love of meat while still catering to the vegetarians with more than just a tired old veggie patty. With beef, elk and bison burger options, they really spice up your classic burger bar while still remaining a casual dining experience. Canadian classic tip: While in Canada, upgrade your regular side of fries to the poutine."

"Eddie Burger + Bar serves up some of the best burgers in town. Get your Canadian on and order a classic Alberta beef, Stampede bison burger, or Eddie Mac cheeseburger and wash it down with a shake. Eddie’s also offers a veggie burger and gluten-free options."

"The Eddie Burger Bar has a couple of vegan patty options so you can customize your burger to make it completely vegan. I love getting some burgers to go and sitting in a nearby park to have a little picnic. View this post on Instagram"

"A parlour, lounge and restaurant all rolled into one, The Radiant is one of the swishest spots along Banff Avenue. You can come here for drinks and a drag show (their #Ginstagrams are currently killing it), but if you’re a foodie, you’ll want to tuck in, too. Of note is the Curry’s Curry, a chef-inspired beef curry that changes daily."

"The Radiant is as rich in character as it is in the flavours of its diverse menu. The shareable plates feel like they could each tell a story of their own, from the smoked ratatouille to the Tuna Matata. An ambience of prohibition-era allure spills out from the distinctive parlour to the patio on Banff Avenue’s pedestrian-only plaza."

"Formerly known as the Bow Valley Grill, the restaurant at the Fairmont Banff Springs hotel underwent a huge renovation a couple of years ago and rebranded as the Vermillion Room. We used visit the Bow Valley Grill all the time, but since the renovations, there’s significantly less variety in what’s on offer at the buffet and we’ve visited less. Having said that, it is the Fairmont, and the food that they do produce is extremely high quality."

"If you’re looking for something extra special, the grandeur and elegance of The Vermillion Room will sweep you off your feet. Nestled in the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, The Vermillion Room offers a bustling atmosphere, effortless charm, and an extravagant brunch. Breakfast is served daily, but Sunday offers a Build Your Own Brunch feature that you won't want to miss."

"Arguably one of the signature food items of our nation's capital, the BeaverTail and its official chain of "pastry" shops started way back when in 1978. In other provinces, a very similar pastry is known as elephant ears, but a beaver reference (no, not that one) is definitely more Canadian. They've been slowly making their way westward over the past few years and Banff now has not one, but two locations on its main strip."

"There are loads of sweet treats to tempt your kids in Banff, but for us, the ultimate temptation is always BeaverTails. A Beaver Tail is a classic Canadian treat consisting of a flat piece of fried dough smothered with your choice of sweet toppings. You can find this chain at famous attractions and national parks across Canada."

"Renovated just a few years ago, Buffalo Mountain Lodge’s Sleeping Buffalo Dining Room feels like it’s a world away from Banff’s bustling main street. The food is upscale Canadiana with plenty of offerings from Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts’ game ranch. This is also the place for wine lovers — the restaurant’s wine list has won several awards, thanks to its curated selections of both international and Canadian wines."

"If you want to be in the heart of the action of Banff proper Buffalo Mountain Lodge is a great choice for a hotel in Banff. Situated just minutes from downtown, Buffalo Mountain Lodge offers free shuttles for guests to go out for dinner, drinks or downtown shopping. We loved building a fire in our room as we overlooked our Rocky Mountain view."

"Slightly off the beaten path, the restaurant at the Buffalo Mountain Lodge is a nice escape from downtown. The food is traditional Albertan fair with an upscale twist. Think local bison with pickled melon."