Found absolutely everywhere throughout Banff and Lake

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Found absolutely everywhere throughout Banff and Lake
2015
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2015
Banff Office
100 Owl Street
Banff, Alberta, Canada
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 3090
Banff, AB T1L 1C7
tel 403.760.3484
fax 403.760.2341
Parksville Office
Suite 108-297 Hirst Ave.
Parksville, BC V9P 0A4
tel 250.248.0579
fax 1.877.947.9717
website
www.visitors-info.com
email
igpub@telusplanet.net
Publisher
Wayne Kehoe
Editor-In-Chief
Cherie Rautio
Production Manager
Pamela Finch
Account Executive
Bob Kehoe
Kaarlo Rautio
Copyright 2015/16 by
A Taste of Banff.
A Taste of Banff is a
Canadian Coporation
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CONTENTS
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BISTRO/CANADIAN
Juniper Bistro ............................32-33
BISTRO/FRENCH CUISINE
Bistro Café de Paris ....................18-19
CAJUN CREOLE
Tooloulou's.................................64-65
CANADIAN
Bison Restaurant & Terrace .........16-17
Earls ............................................24-25
Evergreen Restaurant, The ..........30-31
Maple Leaf Grille & Lounge ........40-41
Sleeping Buffalo Restaurant........56-57
The Terrace Lounge & Dining........58-59
Toque Canadian Bar ...................66-67
CASUAL & FAMILY
Old Spaghetti Factory ................46-47
Ricky’s All Day Grill .....................52-53
CHOP HOUSE
1888 Chop House ......................10-11
EAST INDIAN
Masala ........................................44-45
FINE DINING
Eden Dining Room .....................26-27
FRENCH CUISINE
Le Beaujolais...............................36-37
GREEK
Balkan The Greek Restaurant .......12-13
GRILL
Chili's Grill & Bar .........................22-23
ITALIAN
Primrose Restaurant ....................50-51
MEDITERRANEAN/ASIAN
Block Kitchen + Bar ....................20-21
MEXICAN
Magpie & Stump ........................38-39
PIZZA
Bear Street Tavern.......................14-15
PUB
Wild Bill's Legendary Saloon ......68-69
RIBS & STEAKS
Tony Roma's®..............................62-63
SPANISH/MEXICAN
El Toro Restaurant .......................28-29
STEAKHOUSE
Keg Steakhouse & Bar.................34-35
Saltlik a rare steakhouse..............54-55
SWISS-ITALIAN
Ticino Swiss-Italian Restaurant ......60-61
THAI
Pad Thai Restaurant.....................48-49
The wisdom of protecting the wilderness treasure of Banff
National Park is applauded by the hard working people
who call Banff and Lake Louise home. Dedicated park residents have legitimately earned the often squandered
entrustment as the “environmentalist” through their efforts toward one goal: a balance between use and preservation that maintains the values and beauty of the
National Park, while providing the means to enjoy the
recreational opportunities within the park.
It is a place for those seeking wild animals and wilderness,
and the tranquility of high alpine meadows filled with
wildflowers. The glaciers that once covered the Canadian
Rockies retreated long ago, but they left behind their
beauty in the jade green lakes and the unusual gorges,
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canyons and rock formations evident throughout Banff
National Park.
All the elements of heaven surround two townsites that
offer every earthly delight—fine accommodations,
shopping, dining, sports, leisure activities, nightlife, arts
and culture. Banff and Lake Louise offer a natural
richness that is becoming increasingly rare and which was
recognized in 1985 when the Park was designated a
United Nations World-Heritage Site.
A unique preserved and protected World-Heritage Site,
it is virtually the same sight which greeted explorers,
mountain climbers and adventurers when they came to
the Rockies from around the world more than 100 years
ago. Using hemp ropes and sheer determination, mountain guides (imported from Switzerland) led parties of
enthusiastic climbers on first ascents of the surrounding
peaks and traversed prehistoric glaciers.
Its very essence was the enjoyment and preservation of
the wilderness and wildlife, a philosophy which Canadians
have entrenched in law and in their hearts. Today, Banff
National Park draws people from every corner of the
world to catch a glimpse of big horn sheep, elk, moose and
mountain goats.
Banff also lures people year-round who want to explore
their own piece of the wilderness by skiing and snowboarding, hiking, climbing, dogsledding, horseback
riding, ice skating and canoeing. When visitors come to
explore, they are surrounded by some of the most
spectacular scenery in North America. There are only a
few unique places where you can be utterly alone in the
silence of the forest one minute and join civilization the
next. Discover the protected wilderness surrounding Banff and Lake Louise and experience your
own natural high.
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WELCOME
WELCOME
Banff National Park’s infrastructure enables people of all
walks of life, despite age or physical abilities, to see and
touch a natural environment that has been an inspiration
to generations of travellers.
It’s not just people who come from around the world to visit
Banff. Food of the world can be found here, too, as there is a
cornucopia of outstanding restaurants featuring every type
of cuisine imaginable.
Many of the restaurants in Banff have been delighting taste
buds for more than 30 years and to survive that long means
one has to be good. Erwin Widmer has operated his Ticino
Swiss-Italian Restaurant for 35 years. Albert Moser of
Le Beaujolais and Bistro Café de Paris is another
restaurateur with more than 30 years of service. His restaurant is renowned for exceptional French-inspired cuisine
and he recently added an interesting new menu for serving
breakfast and lunch at the Bistro. El Toro Restaurant
first opened in 1978 and offers many outstanding continental dishes. Numerous other restaurants have been clients
of ours since they first opened their doors and the following
is an outline of what you can expect to find in our little bit
of heaven on earth.
There’s exceptional dining at many of the area hotels, such
as the AAA Five Diamond-rated Eden at the Rimrock
Resort Hotel. The award-winning restaurant delivers an
exquisite dining experience and the exceptional scenery is
just a bonus. The Rimrock is also home to the Primrose
Restaurant, which features continental cuisine for breakfast and lunch and an Italian menu for dinner. At the Banff
Park Lodge, the Terrace Restaurant serves classic
Canadian dishes in very intimate surroundings while the
Sleeping Buffalo Restaurant, at the Buffalo Mountain
Lodge, features a cozy cabin atmosphere and uses the
freshest of ingredients to serve rocky mountain cuisine. At
the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, the hardest decision may
have to be made before you even open the menu. The resort
boasts eight restaurants, including their signature dining
room, the 1888 Chop House. The Juniper Bistro at the
Juniper Hotel is also a restaurant known for sourcing local
ingredients and has an incredible patio with one of the best
views in Banff. Contemporary Canadian cuisine is featured
at the Evergreen Restaurant at the Delta Banff Royal
Canadian Lodge.
If you’re looking for a taste of AAA Alberta steaks specially
aged for extra tenderness, there are several excellent
choices around town.
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Saltlik Restaurant is very well known in Banff as an
excellent steakhouse and they are located downtown on
Bear Street. The Keg, with two Banff locations, is a
favourite Canadian institution, having been around for over
40 years.
There are also a number of restaurants that feature
Canadian dishes. The Maple Leaf Grille & Lounge
serves Canadian steak, seafood and wild game, including
bison, elk and duck. Earls is a Canadian favourite and has
an outstanding selection of dishes. The same can be found
at the Bison Restaurant & Terrace on Bear Street.
Downstairs from the Bison Restaurant, the Bear Street
Tavern is a funky place where great pizza is featured.
At Toque, visitors to Banff will have a new way to
experience what Canadian culture is all about.
Banff is also blessed with many excellent ethnic restaurants. Greek cuisine is featured at Balkan Restaurant,
which has been in Banff since the mid 80s.
Magpie & Stump has been a tradition in Banff since the
70’s and is famous for their exceptional Mexican cuisine.
Thai cuisine is well represented and Pad Thai, at Clock
Tower Village Mall, is an excellent choice. East Indian fare
is available at Banff’s only Indian restaurant, Masala.
Banff’s only Western restaurant and bar, Wild Bill’s, is
renowned for their entertainment and good wholesome
food. Around the corner from Wild Bill's is Tooloulou's,
which specializes in cajun and creole cuisine and their
breakfasts are a Banff favourite. Equally interesting and
also close by is Block Kitchen + Bar - a favourite for a
fusion of Mediterranean and Asian tastes and whose
specialty is tapas.
Banff is also home to many well-known restaurants with
other locations in Canada. Chili’s Grill and Bar features
signature burger and steaks, as well as many other dishes.
The Old Spaghetti Factory serves much more than great
spaghetti, as the menu features a vast selection of other
pasta dishes and other entrees, which are served in a
fascinating nostalgic atmosphere. Tony Roma’s® is
famous for their BBQ ribs, but also features BBQ chicken,
prime rib, pork, Alberta steaks and more. Ricky's All Day
Grill is proud to have something for everyone whether it
be for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Banff even
has a Tim Horton's, which features
Canada's favourite coffee.
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THE RESTAURANTS OF BANFF
THE RESTAURANTS OF BANFF
The Restaurants of Banff
There are very few places that could rival the quality
and diversity of dining options to be found in the
various areas where we publish a Dining Guide.
World-class chefs have chosen the lifestyle of
Western Canada to practice their many skills, taking
advantage of the bounty of the many local
suppliers who are providing fresh and quality
vegetables, produce, meats and fish.
Whether it be in the mountains
of the Canadian Rockies, the
vineyards of the Okanagan
Valley, the sophistication of
Vancouver or Victoria, or
the relaxed environment
of our smaller towns and
cities on Vancouver
Island, you are in for
an epicurean
delight.
CANADIAN ROCKIES
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OKANAGAN VALLEY
www.atasteofkelowna.com
VANCOUVER ISLAND
www.atasteofcampbellriver.com
www.atasteofcomoxvalley.com
www.atasteofnanaimo.com
www.atasteofpacificrim.com
www.atasteofparksvillequalicum.com
www.atasteofvictoria.com
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Menu Sampling
appetizers
fresh mozzarella
pickled beets, lemon, smoked sea salt, basil, crostini
aged beef tartare
white truffle aioli, pickled egg yolk, pommes frites
1888 Restaurant
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
405 Spray Avenue
1-855-762-6860
www.fairmont.com/banff-springs/dining/1888-chop-house/
crab cake
stewed tomato, ginger, frisée
classic seafood cocktail
horseradish and green goddess sauce
kale & baby romaine
croutons, apple wood lardons, anchovy dressing
mixed chicory salad
smoked beetroot, chévre, almond brittle,
shallot mustard vinaigrette
fresh oysters on the half shell
citrus, mignonette, house cocktail
entrees
west coast salmon
lentil, preserved lemon, tomato
seared sea scallop
cauliflower truffle purée
east coast lobster
thermidor or garlic butter
Set within the impressive Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel,
1888 Chop House is the next chapter in the tradition of
extraordinary dining restaurants at the Castle. Executive
Chef JW Foster presents a modern twist on the authentic
chop house with a menu focused on prime cuts of Alberta
beef, wild game and Ocean Wise seafood. Priding
ourselves with a commitment to environmental conservation, our ingredients are sourced from the best local and
sustainable producers, farmers and growers. In this
luxurious setting, indulge in our enticing menus and
extensive wine list as our attentive servers, sommeliers
and skilled culinary team take you on a truly memorable
dining experience.
A culinary destination for all occasions, we invite you to
settle in with friends or to pull up a seat at our intimate
bar and allow our mixologist to entertain you!
mushroom ravioli
citrus, truffle, arugula, romano
14oz braided short rib
brown butter, whipped potato
bc maple hills farms chicken
confit hash
steak & chops
all of our prime steaks and chops are hand cut in house,
grilled on wild cherry wood and served with butter or
natural veal jus.
1888 classic 6oz filet mignon
6oz or 8oz brant lake wagyu tenderloin
28oz alberta aaa beef porterhouse steak
8oz or 12oz prairie heritage house dry aged new york
striploin
18oz prairie heritage bone-in rib eye
prices and services
Appetizers: $12-$21
Entrees $34-$60
Wine: $30-$5,600
Attire: Resort Casual
Reservations: Recommended
Credit Cards: A, MC, V
Services: Dinner
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50oz dry aged tomahawk
16oz sunhaven farms pork chop
10oz fort macleod elk chop
10oz sun gold farms rack of lamb
a selection of accompaniments, starches and
vegetables are also featured on the menu
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CHOP HOUSE - 1888 Chop House
CHOP HOUSE - 1888 Chop House
menu items subject to change
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
appetizers
GREEK - balkan restaurant
dolmathes
ground beef, rice and parsley handrolled in ripe
grapevine leaves, avgolemono reduction
120 Banff Avenue
Banff, AB
403-762-3454
www.banffbalkan.ca
seafood saganaki
scallops, jumbo prawns, mussels, white wine tomato
sauce, feta, grilled bread
fried feta balls
Greek feta, herbed panko crust, mediterranean salsa,
pita
paithakia
charred lamb ribs with olive oil, coarse sea salt and
oregano
prawns ouzaki
garlic marinated prawns, fennel, chilies, feta
and flambéed table side
spanakopita
spinach, herbs, feta cheese wrapped in a light filo pastry
entrees
arni psito
our house specialty: fall off the bone lamb infused with
traditional greek herbs, slow roasted for 12 hours to
mouth watering perfection
Balkan, The Greek Restaurant is well-recognized for
bringing the authentic taste of Greece to the Rocky
Mountains. Family-owned and operated, ensuring quality
and pride in every dish. A wide variety of dishes are
featured—from authentic Greek pasta, steaks and
seafood to cuisine made with recipes passed down for
generations. Open from 11am to 10pm.
prices and services
Lunch: $8-$13
Appetizers: $9-$15
Entrées: $20-$38
Wine: $30-$200
Attire: Casual
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: A, MC, V
Services: Lunch, Dinner
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athenian chicken
stuffed with spinach, leeks, baked with herbs tomato
sauce and topped with feta
ultimate greek platter
start: hummus and spicy feta dips with pita, horiatiki
salad main course: lamb chop, beef and pork souvlaki,
moussaka, spanakopita, baked feta tomatoes, tzatziki,
roast potatoes and rice
grilled hercules sword
souvlaki style sword, garlic tzatziki, homemade pita
with tomato and onion, garnished with roast potatoes
and rice
vegetarian moussaka
cinnamon spiced vegetables, roasted eggplant, zucchini,
potatoes, cheese bechamel and serviced with rice pilaf
and mixed greens
charred pork ribs
pork ribs with our house dry rub, lemon, olive oil, garlic,
warm potato salad, fresh vegetables
new york striploin
greek bbq sauce, fried wedge potatoes, tomato and
cucumber salad, grilled bread
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GREEK - balkan restaurant
greek meatballs with yogurt
caramelized onions, roasted peppers, Greek yogurt
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
appetizers
PIZZA - bear street tavern
banff roughage
quinoa, greens, roasted vegetables, feta,
chopped olives, honey vinaigrette
211 Bear Street, Banff
403-762-2021
www.bearstreettavern.ca
garlic cheese fingers
fresh pizza dough, mozzarella, green onion,
sweet garlic + marinara sauce
bocconcini bruschetta
garlic baguette, fresh mozzarella, basil, balsamic,
broxburn tomatoes
pulled pork nachos
gouda, tavern-made salsa, jalapeños, tomatoes,
sour cream, house guacamole
mahi mahi fish tacos
flour tortillas, crispy coating, cilantro,
roasted tomato + chipotle tartar sauce, greens
chicken wings
house smoked + cast iron roasted, mango piri piri sauce
tavern fajitas
flour tortillas w. muhrooms, peppers, onions, lettuce,
tomatoes, cheddar, salsa, sour cream, guacamole with
your choice of chicken, bbq pork or ground beef
entrees
Banff’s best pizza served up in our comfortable Tavern.
pork belly mac + cheese
cauliflower, bacon cream sauce, herbed bread crumbs,
aged white cheddar
Our signature pizza’s, sandwiches and cast iron specialties
smoked pork back ribs
basted with apple bbq sauce, house cornbread, coleslaw
at home in a cozy booth for 2, or bring your friends and
the wheeler hut pizza
wild forest mushrooms, pine nuts, mozzarella,
truffle oil, pesto, pizza sauce
will satisfy any hungry Banff adventurer. Make your self
family and take over a table for 20! Enjoy a beer, or a
Bear-sized cocktail and finish with a ridiculously good
pizza. Our courtyard patio is the perfect place to soak up
the sun. Come join us for lunch, dinner, drinks, or all of
the above! Children are most welcome. Take out. Open
daily 11:30am.
prices and services
Appetizers: $8-$17
Entrees $11-$23
Wine: $27-$85
Attire: Casual
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: A, MC, V
Services: Lunch, Dinner
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the big bird pizza
chicken, bacon, spinach, onions, goat cheese,
mozzarella, pesto, pizza sauce
the bison pizza
smoked bison, caramelized onions, edamame beans,
mozzarella, pizza sauce
the primo italiano pizza
salami, ham, ground beef, mushrooms, onions, peppers,
mozzarella, parmesan, pizza sauce
the hawaiian pizza
pulled pork, roasted pineapple, bell peppers, mozzarella,
caramelized onions, house bbq sauce, pizza sauce
the godfather pizza
prosciutto, roasted garlic, arugula, olives, grana padano,
herbed bread crumbs, truffle oil, pizza sauce
the donair
housemade bison donair, onions, tomatoes, shredded
lettuce, mozzarella, garlic sweet sauce, pizza sauce
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PIZZA - bear street tavern
bear street salad
honey roasted vegetables, arugula, chicken, onion,
goat cheese, prosciutto, tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette
Menu Sampling
appetizers
maple roasted harvest salad
winter vegetables, pumpkin seeds, greens,
house ricotta, apple dressing
bison ravioli + seared scallops
squash puree, brown butter, red wine jus, fried sage,
parsnip chips
213-211 Bear Street, Banff
1-877-962-5550
www.thebison.ca
kung pao quail
sticky hot pepper sauce, peanuts, fried plantains, slaw
escargot in a bone
bone marrow, house bacon, garlic butter, gruyère,
grilled bread
pink peppercorn caesar
grilled focaccia, radishes, capers, roasted garlic,
grana padano
to share: meat + cheese board
local meats + cheeses, crackers, mixed nuts,
preserves + pickles
entrees
alberta beef tenderloin
truffled mascarpone, potato pave, tribal pepper jus
alberta new york striploin
yellow pepper bbq sauce, duck fat potatoes, chimichurri
Walk up our staircase into rustic elegance. With windows
on three sides, Banff’s best mountain views speak for
carmen creek bison ribeye
lyonnaise potatoes, smoked butter, leek hay, jus
or choose from our carefully selected wine list. Enjoy our
carmen creek bison short ribs
baby potatoes, carrots, turnips, mushrooms, bacon
themselves. Enjoy a signature cocktail, local bottled beer
sun-drenched terrace with its mountain views in the
summer, and roaring campfire in the winter. The Bison
Restaurant & Terrace - Regional, Seasonal, Canadian.
Open daily from 5pm. Brunch served on Sunday’s from
10am until 2pm.
prices and services
Appetizers: $13-$16
Entrees $19-$47
Wine: $40-$195
Attire: Casual
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: A, MC, V
Services: Dinner, Brunch (Sundays from 10am)
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wild bc steelhead trout
red spinach, potatoes, parsley puree, lemon, capers,
brown butter
ewe-nique farms rack of lamb
smoked potato + oka croquette, swiss chard,
saskatoon berry jus
brome lake duck breast
pear + thyme strudel, napa cabbage,
blood orange reduction
korean bbq 1/2 chicken
kimchi, house sriracha, asain pear + arugula salad,
potato pouch
bison burger
curds, smoked bacon, “bison burger sauce”,
red pepper relish, warm potato salad
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CANADIAN - the bison restaurant
CANADIAN - the bison restaurant
menu items subject to change
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Upstairs at Le Beaujolais entrance on
Buffalo Street near Banff Avenue
(plenty of free parking across the street at Central Park)
1-877-711-5365 • www.lebeaujolaisbanff.com
menu items subject to change
breakfast • brunch
(dishes with *gf are gluten free)
a healthy start
gluten-free granola with greek yoghurt, mixed berries
and a selection of seasonal and tropical fruits,
served with a strawberry-banana smoothie *gf
mountain guide breakfast
baked “swiss-style” gruyère potato rösti, two fried eggs,
naturally smoked bacon, country sausage, baked beans,
herb tomato and toast
smoked salmon benny
two poached eggs, smoked salmon, butter braised leek,
rösti potatoes and chive hollandaise sauce
banana nutella crepes
three crêpes with banana, nutella, chocolate sauce,
whipping cream
spinach & goat cheese frittata
three eggs, sautéed spinach, goat cheese, peppers, tomatoes,
mushrooms and onions *gf
lunch
Reasonably priced with great food, great service and great
views from every table best describes this restaurant.
This cozy addition to the award-winning restaurant,
Le Beaujolais, offers authentic French Bistro fare.
What's New and Exciting is that this restaurant is
now open for both Breakfast and Lunch aside from
continuing with their excellent dinner menu. Patrons will
be able to savour a selection of delicious breakfast
favourites while enjoying one of the most beautiful views
of Banff's mountains, scenic Central Park and the
picturesque Bow River.
breakfast prices
Complete breakfasts or
omelettes & eggs benedict:
$11-$16
brunch prices
Delicous selection of
brunch items:
$10.75-$16
lunch prices
Soups, starters, salads and
interesting entrees: $8-$18
dinner prices
Appetizers: $9.75-$14.50
Entrees: $15-$29
Wine: $40 and up
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services
Attire: Casual
Reservations: No
Credit Cards: A, MC, V
Dinner 7 days a week
Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch
Winter:
Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Summer:
Wednesday through
Sunday from 9 am
(dishes with *gf are gluten free)
chicken ciabatta
pan-seared chicken breast with brie cheese, bacon, avocado,
tomato and chili mayo, choice of house salad or french fries
buffalo cheese burger
bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, choice of house salad
of french fries
salmon & bibb lettuce
salmon fillet poached in extra virgin olive oil, olive tapenade
and bibb lettuce with champagne vinaigrette *gf
dinner
(dishes with *gf are gluten free)
duck à l’orange
crispy duck leg confit with orange sauce, market vegetables
and sweet corn galette
beef bourguignon
beef cheek braised in red wine, buttered peas and carrots
with pommes purée *gf
glazed lamb shank
slow cooked with red wine rosemary demi, potato gratin
and ratatouille vegetables *gf
cassoulet
a classic slow-cooked casserole with duck confit,
baked beans, toulouse sausage, smoked pork hock,
provençal herbs and breadcrumbs
steak au poivre • new york steak • petite beef tenderloin
steak frites “café de paris”
a sublime AAA alberta beef experience.
the new york strip steak is finished table side
in our “café de paris” butter sauce on a hot platter.
served with pommes frites *gf
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BISTRO - bistro café de paris
BISTRO - bistro café de paris
#JTUSP
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MEDITERRANEAN/ASIAN - block kitchen + bar
menu items subject to change
appetizers/tapas
three dips & toasted naan
hummus, baba ganoush, almond pesto
Corner of Caribou Street and Banff Avenue
403-985-2887
www.banffblock.com
kinpira
burdock root and carrot matchsticks braised in sake,
mirin and soy sauce with a chili kick
quinoa, beet & cucumber salad
black quinoa, golden beet, pea shoot, sesame dressing
chopping block salad
mixed greens, tomato, avocado, radish, sopressata,
asiago, currants, candied pecans, orange
balsamic dressing
asian lettuce wraps
pork belly or thai beef, pickled veggies, peanut and
spicy sauce
cheese charcuterie board
daily cheese and meat selection, house condiments
Block Kitchen + Bar is a trendy new tapas bar that offers
a fresh urban setting. Unique design features such as
birdcage and bare bulb lighting as well as copper accents
are abundant throughout this warm, rustic space. Our
Mediterrasian fare includes a variety of items influenced
from all corners of the globe. Our Chef works hard behind
the scenes bringing you nothing but the best flavours and
serving up a mostly Mediterranean-Asian inspired menu.
The cozy, comfortable space offers a fun, playful vibe. It's
the perfect place to hit up for a cocktail, some tapas, or a
full meal. The menu, a sampling of which is shown
opposite, is bursting in variety - from the staple edamame
to saki-infused kinpira, a crowd pleasing cheese and
charcuterie board, grilled scallops and much more.
prices and services
Appetizers: $4-$6
Entrees: $7-$26
Wines: $35-$60
Attire: Casual
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: DP, MC, V
Services: Lunch, Dinner
(Breakfast coming soon, please enquire)
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lamb koftes
with tzaziki and tomato jam
duck spring rolls
with nam jim sauce
vegetable samosas
with sweet chili-mango sauce
silk road chicken skewers
with spicy mayo
entrees
grilled scallops
marinated in sake, onion compote,
pesto and goat cheese
grilled spicy prawns
with peanut sauce
smoked buffalo flatbread
leafy greens, onion compote, pesto and goat cheese
hanger steak
with chimichurri, house salad or fries
lentil, quinoa & mushroom ragout
red lentil, black quinoa, smoked peper
sausage and mushroom
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MEDITERRANEAN/ASIAN - block kitchen + bar
Menu Sampling
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menu items subject to change
grilled entrées
GRILL - chili’s grill & bar
southwest tilapia
seasoned tilapia fillet topped with chimichurri (cilantro,
garlic & lime) sauce & pico de gallo. served with rice and
seasonal veggies
461 Banff Avenue
in the Fox Hotel & Suites
403-760-8502
grilled salmon with garlic & herbs
salmon fillet seasoned with garlic and herbs
flame grilled 12 ounce ribeye
12oz ribeye steak topped with seasoned butter
churrasco 12oz
seasoned, char-grilled skirt steak, served with chimichurri
sauce (garlic, lime and cilantro)
grilled baby back ribs
all of our ribs are smoked in-house over mesquite wood
and grilled to order
salads
grilled BBQ chicken
grilled mesquite chicken breast, crispy bacon, cheddar
cheese, pico de gallo, corn relish, cilantro, crispy tortilla
strips and a touch of bbq sauce. served with ranch dressing
southwestern cobb
boneless crispy chicken breast with corn relish, crispy
bacon, diced eggs, mixed cheeses and fresh pico de gallo.
served with our avocado-ranch dressing
big mouth burgers
BBQ ranch
crispy bacon, aged cheddar cheese, bbq sauce, ranch
dressing, shredded lettuce, tomato and pickle
Big bold flavours and a mouthwatering menu.
Signature dishes include big mouth burgers®,
fire-grilled steaks, baby back ribs and sizzling fajitas.
Or, try the popular margarita grilled chicken, entrée
sized southwestern salads.
prices and services
Appetizers: $5-$17
Entrées: $11-$26
Attire: Casual
Reservations: groups of 8 or more
Credit Cards: A, DN, DP, JCB, MC, V
Services: Continental Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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mushroom-swiss
we add fresh sautéed mushrooms, aged swiss cheese,
mayo, shredded lettuce, tomato and pickle
oldtimer
mouth watering burger with mustard, shredded lettuce,
tomato, pickle and onion
fajitas
mushroom jack fajitas
juicy, marinated grilled chicken smothered with jack
cheese, crispy bacon and fresh sautéed mushrooms
classic
fajita-marinated steak or chicken grilled to perfection
fajita trio
tender grilled steak, marinated grilled chicken and spicy
garlic and lime grilled shrimp
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GRILL - chili’s grill & bar
margarita grilled chicken
we start with tender juicy chicken breast, marinate it with our
classic margarita flavouring and grill it to perfection. served
with rice, black beans, tortilla strips and pico de gallo
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
los cabos chicken tacos
spiced tomato poached chicken, cheddar and
jalapeno jack cheese, avocado corn salsa, cilantro,
valentina hot sauce, white corn tortillas
229 Banff Avenue
403-762-4414
earls.ca
warm three cheese & spinach dip
spinach and artichokes, ciabatta toast points
dynamite prawn & mango roll
panko breaded prawns, mango, avocado, cucumber,
maple soy reduction and sriracha mayonnaise,
toast black sesame seeds
baby calamari
breaded baby squid, cucumber, spanish olives,
greek citrus yogurt
crispy chicken tenders
panko breaded, citrus plum dipping sauce
entrees
For the past 20 years Earls has been the winner of the
Reader’s Choice award in Calgary and Vancouver and for
the past 22 years, has been the leader in casual dining in
Western Canada. The varied menu, with over 50
selections, has something for everyone. Entrees include
Alberta AAA grain fed beef, fresh BC salmon, braised
hickory baby back ribs, hand stretched thin crust pizza
plus recipes with Asian and Southwestern influences.
There is also an innovative selection of fresh salads,
appetizers and desserts.
Each Saturday and Sunday, from 10am to 2pm, Earls has
a fantastic brunch, which features tempting dishes such
as Chorizo and Mushroom Hash, Sourdough French
Toast, Croque Madame, Eggs Benny and Granola and
Yogurt Parfait.
Friendly service, an attractive setting and BYOW service
is just another reason to visit Earls in Banff.
prices and services
Appetizers: $7.50-$13.25
Entrées: $13.25-$34
Wines: $29.50-$75
Attire: Casual
Reservations: No
Credit Cards: A, DN, DP, MC, V
Services: Lunch, Dinner
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the italia pizza
virginia ham, salami and chorizo, provolone cheese,
parmesan, fresh basil, san marzano tomato sauce
mediterranean linguini with chicken
olive oil and tomato sauce, marinated roasted red
peppers, grape tomatoes and kalamata olives,
parmesan cheese and crumbled feta,
pan fried tender chicken
hunan kung pao
spicy ginger soy sauce, wok fried noodles and seared
vegetables, topped with peanuts. customized spice by
adding 1-6 hunan peppers
bronx smashed burger
beer battered onion rings, roasted garlic aioli, red pepper
relish, aged white cheddar and rocket greens
16oz bone in ribeye
served with garlic mashed potatoes and
seasonal vegetables
peppercorn 9 oz certified angus beef® top sirloin
spicy peppercorns, fresh herbs and demi glace. all
steaks grain fed and aged resulting in superior
marbling and tenderness
cajun blackened chicken
earls blackening spices, garlic butter, warm
potato salad, coleslaw
braised hickory back ribs
sweet and spicy barbecue sauce, warm
potato salad and coleslaw
halibut and chips
two pieces of beer and vodka battered icelandic cod,
house-made tartar sauce, colesaw and yukon gold fries
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CANADIAN - earls restaurant
CANADIAN - earls restaurant
appetizers
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
appetizers
Rimrock Resort Hotel
Mountain Avenue, Banff
1-866-288-8063
www.rimrockresort.com
squash salad
variety of squashes, pumpkin, frisée, currant
jerusalem artichoke soup
cured and smoked hens egg yolk,
cracked mustard, fennel
seared foie gras
santa rosa, apple, maple, cognac
sun shrimp
corn, saffron, tomato, basil, flax seeds
oyster
massago caviar, parsley bubble
itsumo tuna
seared and raw tuna, cold pressed canola, wasabi,
macadamia, lime avocado ice cream
seared foie gras soup
spiced bread, raisins, plum
Western Canada’s only 5-Diamond dining room.
Eden, for the 11th consecutive year has been awarded the
prestigious and exclusive AAA/CAA 5-Diamonds for
exquisite cuisine, impeccable service and elegant
ambiance. Eden’s delicately crafted, French influenced
cuisine is internationally recognized as the gourmet’s
destination of choice. Wine Spectator has once again
deemed the 1,000+ label wine list worthy of the coveted
“Best Award of Excellence.” Choose one of our many
exciting menus created by our talented chefs. Our
sommelier team can guide you towards the perfect wine
pairing. Set in luxurious décor with an intimate
atmosphere and unparalleled mountain views of the Bow
and Spray Valleys. Reservations highly recommended.
prices and services
2 Course Dinners: $79
3 Course Dinners: $89
4 Course Dinners: $99
Tasting Menu: $103-$129
Grand Degustation: $197
Wines: $100-$350
Wine pairings also offered.
Attire: Smart/Casual
Reservations: Recommended
Credit Cards: A, DN, JC, MC, V
Services: Dinner
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entrees
sturgeon
squid ink roasted garlic purée, fennel, beets,
black radish
ratatouille tarte tatin
traditional ratatouille ingredients, reduced ice wine,
gouda
duck
parsnip, turnips, wild mushrooms,
preserved cherry glaze
charcoal grilled alberta beef
braised cheeks, root vegetables, foyot
thunder creek pork
potato boulangére, thumbelina carrot, okanagan peach
and mustard glaze, brussel sprouts
lobster
grilled lobster, fingerling, red peppers, asparagus
roasted quail
chicken liver parfait, bread stuffing, cranberry,
brussel sprouts, carrot, chestnut
cheese menu
the menu features 11 different cheeses and for one of
your courses, you have 3 selections to choose from
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FINE DINING - eden
FINE DINING - eden
partridge
terrine of partridge, pistachio, pear
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
SPANISH/MEXICAN - el toro
stuffed mushroom
a portobello mushroom filled with spinach and port
duxelle topped with feta and served on a sweet tomato
coulis
429 Banff Avenue, Banff
403-762-2520
www.eltorobanff.com
sauza cream prawns
four jumbo tiger prawns sautéed with garlic
in a tequila cream sauce
manchego cheese flambé
a spanish sheep cheese flambé with brandy and
brought to your table on fire
beef crostinis
cold sliced tenderloin, roasted red peppers,
horseradish mayonnaise and blue cheese
seared sea scallops
nova scotia sea scallops, prosciutto chip and
saffron cream sauce
asparagus crostini
brie cheese, prosciutto
seafood ceviche
salmon, prawns and scallops marinated in lime juice,
tomatoes, jalapenos, cilantro and onions,
served with corn chips
Located in Irwin’s Mountain Inn on Banff Avenue, locally
owned and operated, El Toro offers homemade quality
food at affordable prices. Open for breakfast, items
include a breakfast burrito, raspberry crepes, El Toro
scramble or fresh Swiss muesli. Entrees include braised
lamb shoulder, our best seller, sizzling fajitas, or try the
chateaubriand for two, a 16-oz beef tenderloin served with
vegetables and roasted potatoes carved at your table.
A full tapas menu is also available. Serving breakfast from
7am to 11am and dinner from 5pm to 10pm.
prices and services
Breakfast: $6-$13
Tapas: $7-$13
Entrees: $15-$34
Attire: Casual
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: DP, MC, V
Services: Breakfast, Dinner
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goats cheese croquettes
served with blueberry and cassis sauce
entrees
braised lamb shoulder
slowly cooked lamb, so tender that it melts in your
mouth! served with mashed potatoes and vegetables
chateaubriand for two
16oz of tenderloin beef with baby roasted potatoes
and vegetable, bearnaise sauce served au jus
and carved at your table side
two bison chorizo sausages
grilled to perfection and served with a dijon aioli
roasted butternut squash ravioli
tomato concassé, cream and fresh basil topped
with parmesan
chicken penne
portobello mushrooms, chicken strips, leeks in a
homemade rosé sauce, parmesan cheese
sizzling fajita
your choice of chicken or beef strips and vegetables
served on a sizzling hot platter with three flour tortillas
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SPANISH/MEXICAN - el toro
tapas
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
evergreen signature tomato soup
accented with a basil pesto cream, basil oil and
valbella double smoked bacon
459 Banff Avenue
at the Delta Banff Royal Canadian Lodge, Banff
403-762-3307
www.theevergreen.ca
tempura crab roll
spicy snow crab meat roll with avocado and cucumber fried
in a crisp tempura batter accompanied with pickled ginger,
soy and wasabi
evergreen char grilled caesar
baby romaine wrapped in valbella double smoked bacon
lightly char grilled and laced with our house caesar
dressing, herbed ciabatta croutons and fire roasted garlic
evergreen anti pasto platter for two
caprese salad with fior di late and fresh basil, calabrese salami,
proscuitto and pancetta, canadian elk meatballs, fennel salad
marinated artichokes, pepperoncini and sweet peppers,
chefs selection of two cheeses
canadian smoked fish tasting
trio of smoked trout, tuna and st marys river smoked salmon
from nova scotia accompanied with hard boiled egg, horseradish
cream, capers, red onions and our signature potato salad
entrees
thai inspired shellfish risotto
baby lobster tail, scallops and tiger prawns presented on a
creamy risotto with tomato marmalade with a thai green
coconut curry sauce scented with kaffir lime,and lemongrass
Embracing the best of Canadian Cuisine, we transform
regional ingredients into fabulous entrees that highlight
the freshness and flavour of Alberta. The restaurant
features an open concept kitchen where guests catch
glimpses of executive chef, Gary Dayanandan, and his
culinary team in action. The globally infused dishes use
mainly organic produce and meats which are sourced as
locally as possible and often in partnership with area
farms. Come enjoy a signature cocktail in our intimate
new lounge.
prices and services
Appetizers: $9-$16
Entrées: $16-$42
Wine: $7-$95
Attire: Smart Casual
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: A, DN, JC, MC, V
Services: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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pollo alla diavola
double chicken breast rubbed with oregano, garlic, rosemary
and chili flakes, charbroiled and accompanied with pappardelle
noodles tossed in a sun dried tomato pestor
canadian elk medallions
pan seared and enhanced with a port wine and cherry sauce
accompanied with a stilton butter and seasonal vegetables
pan seared filet of canadian arctic char
presented on buttered cabbage with valbella double smoked
bacon and whipped potatoes paired with a chardonnay cream
classic duck à l’orange
roast duck breast and crispy duck leg accompanied with an
orange and grand marnier scented bigarade sauce
with orange segments and orange zest
pan seared filet of canadian arctic char
fresh canadian char quickly seared and set on top of buttered
cabbage with valbella bacon, mousseline potatoes
and paired with an okanagan chardonnay cream
provencal herb crusted rack of lamb
pan roasted lamb rack in a dijon mustard, parsley, thyme crust
paired with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables
and a light pinot noir sauce
chef’s selection of alberta beef
6oz centre cut Filet of Beef • 10oz New York Striploin
• 12oz Classic Rib Eye
the evergreen uses only select alberta angus beef
accompanied with baby roast potatoes, seasonal
vegetables and your choice of brandy peppercorn sauce,
black truffle butter or classic béarnaise
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CANADIAN - the evergreen
CANADIAN - the evergreen
appetizers
menu items subject to change
breakfast
In the Juniper Hotel - 1 Juniper Way
eggs your way
two eggs cooked your way with brown butter hash,
toast and bacon or sausages
Banff, AB
1-844-762-2261
www.thejuniper.com/dining
egg white frittata
roasted asparagus, aged cheddar, poblano and pickled
shallots frittata served with gluten free toast and cherry
tomato and arugula salad
(off Mt. Norquay Road across Highway from town)
smoked salmon benny
lemon crème fraîche, wild sockeye salmon, hollandaise,
dill, capers and pickled shallots, on house made bagel
with brown butter hash
berry & maple waffle
berry whip, maple syrup and preserved fruit medley on
top of two waffles garnished with mint syrup
appetizers
beet salad
glazed candy cane beets, lemon dill red and gold beets,
chioggia chips and preserved lemon crème fraîche with
sesame brittle
veal carpaccio
thinly sliced quebec milk-fed veal, anchovy aioli, preserved
lemon and rice popcorn with smoked hazelnut dressing
Located on the sunny side of the valley, across the
highway from town and on the slopes of lower Mount
Norquay, the Juniper Bistro has some of the best views of
Mount Rundle, the Vermillion Lakes and the town of
Banff. Whether dining inside with the wall-to-wall glass
windows showcasing the magnificent scenery or dining on
their incredible outside patio, you will enjoy the excellent
cuisine which uses the freshest of ingredients, locally
sourced wherever possible. Everything is made in-house,
from the in-house bakery to the spirit of their menu, sampling of which is shown opposite. Their chefs will inspire
you with a handcrafted and sustainable spirit so join them
for locally inspired food that's the ideal complement to a
day of hiking, cycling, skiing or touring around Banff.
prices and services
Appetizers: $12-$17
Entrees: $16-$32
Wines: $35-$200
Attire: Resort Casual
Reservations: Recommended
Credit Cards: A, MC, V
Services:
Summer: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner 7 days a week
Winter: Breakfast, Aprés Ski (after 3 pm) and Dinner
7 days a week
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duck wings
confit drumette glazed with asian-style barbeque sauce,
crushed smoked nuts and cilantro
rabbit rillettes
country bread crostini with cherry and nut gastrique
mussels
house made poblano sausage in a cream sauce with
fresh tomatoes
entrees
red beet quinoa risotto
beet and blue cheese pesto, pickled rainbow carrots,
garnished with beet chips, apple and lemony frisee
fettuccine alle vongole
fresh local pasta with manila clams in a garlic, shallot,
tomato and white wine sauce
poached sablefish
charred tomato and poblano cream sauce, caramelized
fennel, olive oil poached sablefish with crispy baby potatoes
moroccan lamb saddle
fig, olive, spinach and spice-stuffed canadian lamb saddle
with harissa-flavoured israeli couscous and roasted zucchini
longhorn steak
alberta-grown rib eye w/ crispy lobster & fish cake, wilted
swiss chard, roasted garlic and green pepper corn béarnaise
green curry chicken
cream, crisped vegetables and potato rösti
duck & puy lentil
house smoked duck breast, puy lentil ragout with gooseberry
gastrique, crispy broccolini and pickled mustard
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BISTRO/CANADIAN - juniper bistro
BISTRO/CANADIAN - juniper bistro
Menu Sampling
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
The Keg Caribou Lodge & Spa
521 Banff Avenue, Banff
1-888-588-0855
The Keg, Downtown Banff
117 Banff Avenue, Banff
1-888-588-7885
www.bestofbanff.com
shrimp cocktail
chilled black tiger shrimp with a zesty martini
cocktail sauce
escargot
escargot stuffed mushroom caps with garlic and herbs
mushroom neptune
wine simmered mushroom caps with crab and
cream cheese
baked brie
baked brie with basil pesto and red pepper jelly,
served with crostini
french onion soup
hearty beef broth, spanish onions,
swiss and aged grana padano cheeses
keg caesar
crisp romaine and aged grana padano cheese in our
creamy dressing
spinach salad
baby spinach, strawberries, dried cranberries, pecans
and red onion in a chardonnay vinaigrette with
your choice of goat or blue cheese crumble
beef carpaccio
thinly sliced tenderloin finished with shaved
grana padano cheese
scallops & bacon
served with a zesty martini cocktail sauce
entrees
grilled thai chicken
boneless chicken with sauteed onions, bell peppers and
and asparagus in a sweet hot thai chili sauce
If you are looking for great steaks, friendly knowledgeable
service and a really comfortable relaxed atmosphere, stop
into The Keg. Enjoy the legendary AAA Alberta steaks
specially aged for extra tenderness and seared to perfec-
seafood chicken deluxe
boneless chicken breast finished with scallops, shrimp and
dungeness crab meat and with velouté sauce
top sirloin or teriyaki classic
naturally grilled or marinated in our own teriyaki sauce
tion over high heat to lock in the natural juices or savour
filet classic
wrapped in applewood smoked bacon for extra flavour
outstanding value of the breakfast buffet (at the Keg
new york classic
tender new york striploin
a tasty seafood or chicken selection. Don’t miss the
Caribou Lodge).
prices and services
Appetizers: $7-$16
Entrées: $23-$50
Wines: $26-$88
Attire: Casual
Reservations: Recommended
Credit Cards: A, DC, DN, JCB, MC, V
Services: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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rib steak
a hearty bone-in rib steak served with sautéed field mushrooms
oven baked salmon
served on rice with steamed asparagus
sesame tuna
seared rare on a bed of fresh cabbage slaw topped
with a soy and sesame dressing
bbq ribs
grilled pork back ribs basted with keg bbq sauce and
served with slaw and keg fries
atlantic lobster tails
two succulent Atlantic lobster tails with butter for dipping
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STEAKHOUSE - the keg
STEAKHOUSE - the keg
appetizers
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
appetizers
(dishes with *gf are gluten free)
tomato basil mozzarella salad
seasonal greens with honey balsamic vinaigrette *gf
beaujolais salmon tasting
smoked salmon, graved lax and salmon rillettes *gf
Upstairs at Banff Avenue & Buffalo Street, Banff
1-888-762-2712
www.lebeaujolaisbanff.com
alberta beef tartar & beef carpaccio combo
tête de moine cheese, greens and toasted baguette
atlantic lobster salad
sweet butter poached half lobster with avocado, mango
compote, spring greens and citrus-curry vinaigrette *gf
seared scallops
succulent jumbo scallops pan-seared in a delicate garlic-butter
sauce, served on a bed of sweet pepper peperonata *gf
duo of quebec duck foie gras
foie gras au torchon (1oz) with caramelized pineapple
and toasted brioche, seared foie gras (2oz) cherry gastrique,
corn galettes and duck reduction
entrees
(dishes with *gf are gluten free)
crispy arctic char fish
sautéed spinach, caramelized fennel and pommes nature *gf
whole dover sole “meunière”
served tableside with lemon herb butter, sautéed mushrooms,
market vegetables and parsley potatoes *gf
roasted brome lake duck breast
market vegetables, sweet corn galette and red wine duck jus
A restaurant does not remain in business for 34 years unless
they are good at what they do and provide the type of atmosphere, service and food that brings customers back time and
again. At Le Beaujolais you can dress up or come resort
casual and enjoy one of the best views downtown Banff has
to offer. The restaurant also offers an extensive wine list.
Renowned restaurant critic, John Gilchrist, sums up Le
Beaujolais best by stating, "I just can't believe how reasonable the prices are for the quality, the service, the room, the
food and the location”.
alberta wild boar tenderloin
from northern alberta with calvados cream sauce,
market vegetables and spinach spätzli
rocky mountain elk osso bucco
braised elk shank with market vegetables, caramelized apples
and mousseline potatoes *gf
carré d’agneau à la provençale
roasted lamb rack with herb crust, ratatouille vegetables
and creamy potato gratin
six course surprise gourmet dinner
Our signature menu with wine pairings — since 1980
Open daily from 5pm, Le Beaujolais also offers a NEW
Sunday Champagne Lunch with a Table d'Hôte Menu
which starts at 11am.
welcome to alberta beef country
prices and services
Appetizers: from $14
Entrées: from $26
Wine: from $45
Attire: Resort Casual
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: A, MC, V
Services: Dinner 7 days a week.
entrecôte double
new york strip • “châteaubriand style” 16oz for two
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new york strip 8oz • filet mignon 6oz
brant lake waygu rib eye steak 12oz.
côte de boeuf - bone in rib eye chop
32oz certified angus beef for two • carved table side
all steak dinners are gluten-free and include
market vegetables and fondant roast potatoes
bèarnaise sauce or creamy green peppercorn sauce
with mushrooms or red wine demi
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FRENCH - le beaujolais
FRENCH - le beaujolais
coeur de laitue
bibb lettuce with champagne dressing and herbs *gf
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
appetizers
MEXICAN - magpie & stump
gringo salad bowl
grilled corn, green peppers, cherry tomatoes,
queso green onions, avocado dressing
203 Caribou Street
403-762-4067
www.magpieandstump.ca
chipotle chicken soup
tomato broth, guac, sour cream, feta, crispy tortilla
mole chicken wings
cilantro, toasted peanuts, coriander crema
3 queso dip
mexican cheese melt, jalapenos, pico de gallo,
nacho chips
shrimp ceviche
made differently each day, ask your server
chicken sopes salad
lettuce, cabbage, tomatoes. peppers, onions, jack cheese,
tomatillo dressing
entrees
three piq queso quesadillas
pulled pork, smokey bacon, chorizo sausage, pico de
gallo, jack and queso cheeses, magger bbq sauce
This restaurant has been a Banff local tradition for over
35 years. The Magpie & Stump is Banff’s only spot for
locals and visitors craving a rustic, fun-loving Mexican
food, a true taco eatery and tequila drinkery. Saunter into
their rustic cantina laden with barnboard walls, vintage
Mexican kitsch and classic neon signs. Bring the family
for a taco party. Sip a margarita on their cozy patio, or
partake in their legendary late night rowdyness. All of
their delicious Mexican inspired dishes are made fresh
daily using the finest chilis and flavourful spices. From
classics like chimis, enchiladas, 1lb burritos, quesadillas
and fajitas to their "especiales" like mole chicken wings
and fried chicken verde, you can make your visit as spicy
chicken el corno quesadillas
pulled chicken, corn salsa, roasted peppers, pico,
jack cheese, queso
salsa verde con porko enchiladas
pulled pork, tomatillo salsa, sour creas, cilantro,
crispy peppers and onion
el gordo burrito
spanish rice, jack cheese, beans, pico de gallo, avocado
peppers, sour cream, served with salad and fries
banffo burrito
spicy ground buffalo, roasted peppers and onions,
guacamole, queso, chimmichurri, cilantro and served
with rice and salad
beef chimichanga
chile and bean sauce, bell peppers, green salsa, crema,
chili cherry tomatoes and serviced with mexican rice
as you like it.
spicy steak tacos
marinated striploin, diced onions, cilantro, taco sauce,
pico de gallo
prices and services
baja fish tacos
mahi mahi, cole slaw, jalapenos, pineapple salsa, flour
tortilla, pico rice
Entrees: $14.50-$21
el garlic steako fajitas
peppers, onions, mushrooms, salsa, bbq sauce, jack cheese
By the glass: $7-$8
spicy shrinp tostadas
prawns, pulled pork, two crispy corn tortillas, lettuce,
tomatoes, magger bbq sauce, lime crema
Appetizers: $8.50-$18.50
Wine: $33-$62
Attire: Casual
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: A, DP, MC, V
Services: Lunch and dinner 7 days a week
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chili rellenos
roasted pepper stuffed with cheese, rice and cilantro
and then deep fried and amothered in green and
red salsa, queso
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MEXICAN - magpie & stump
spicy pork flautas
hot sauce, pico de gallo, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, verde
menu items subject to change
appetizers
pan fried calamari
olives, spinach, tomato bruschetta, chardonnay butter
sauce
goat cheese truffles
maple syrup, walnuts, confit garlic, micro arugula salad,
croutes
137 Banff Avenue
(corner of Banff Avenue and Caribou Street)
1-888-255-6488
www.banffmapleleaf.com
freshly shucked oysters
ask your server what today brings
prawn fritters
chili aioli, crispy noodles, asian slaw
crab cakes
lemon emulsion, pickled daikon, watercress salad,
grilled lemon
elk meatballs
lemon oregano creme fraiche, sweet chili jam, grilled
bannock bread
seared scallops
pork belly, maple poached pears, watercress,
caramel-orange buerre blanc
regional game platter
rocky mountain game meats, artisan canadian cheeses,
fruit chutney, east coast mustard pickles, crostini,
fresh fruit, roasted nuts
entrees
The Maple Leaf focuses on Canadian steak, seafood and
bison stroganoff
wild game dishes. They feature succulent cuts of Alberta
wild mushrooms, pickles, mustard, sour cream,
pappardelle pasta
are also proud to offer wild game meats such as Bison, Elk
broccolini, mushroom croquette, Saskatoon berry jus
seasonal fish and seafood will also delight you. To pair
broccolini and grain salad, arugula, pine nuts,
seasonal vegetables and lemon herb dressing
Beef tenderloin, strip loin and bone in ribeyes. Their chefs
and Duck. Lobster, Crab, Scallops, Salmon and other fresh
with this amazing food, their Sommelier has created an
award-winning wine list. This list showcases the best vineyards
from
across
Canada
while
it
also
features some of the best wines from around the world.
Private rooms are available.
prices and services
Appetizers: $10-$15
Entrées: $24-$44
Wines: $40 and up
Attire: Smart/Casual
Reservations: Recommended
Credit Cards: A, DN, DP, MC, V
Services: Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
(Open daily from 11am until close.)
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québec brome lake duck
cedar plank arctic char
wild bc salmon
poached in maple syrup and grainy mustard, prawns,
chive mash, beurre blanc
surf & turf
grilled AAA filet mignon, horseradish red wine jus,
baked 7oz lobster tail, escargot beurre blanc,
caper parsely mash
beef tenderloin
red pepper mashed potato, red onion & cabbage relish,
horseradish & honey mascarpone
AAA
bison tenderloin
bacon wrapped, benedictine blue cheese, potato gratin,
cumberland jus
seafood platter
boiled lobster, lobster tail, pan-seared prawns, mussels
in beurre blanc, fried calamari, pancetta and meyer
lemon rice pilaf, seasonal vegetables
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CANADIAN - maple leaf restaurant
CANADIAN - maple leaf restaurant
Menu Sampling
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A TASTE OF BANFF DINING MAP
13 Keg Downtown Banff
Steakhouse
14 Magpie & Stump
Mexican
4 Le Beaujolais
French
1 1888 Chop House
Chop House
2 Balkan Greek
Restaurant
Greek
3 Bear Street Tavern
Pizza & Pub Fare
3 Bison Restaurant &
Terrace
Canadian & Continental
4 Bistro Cafe de Paris
Bistro/French
5 Block Kitchen + Bar
Mediterranean/Asian
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6 Chili's Grill & Bar
Grill
7 Earls Restaurant
Canadian
8 Eden Restaurant
Fine Dining
9 El Toro Restaurant
Spanish/Mexican
10 Evergreen Restaurant
Canadian & Continental
11 Juniper Bistro
Bistro/Canadian
12 Keg at Caribou Lodge
Steakhouse
15 Maple Leaf Grille
& Lounge
Canadian
16 Masala Authentic
Indian Cuisine
East Indian
17 Old Spaghetti Factory
Casual
18 Pad Thai
Thai
8 Primrose Restaurant
Italian & Continental
19 Ricky’s All Day Grill
Family
20 Saltlik
Steakhouse
21 Sleeping Buffalo
Canadian
22 Terrace Dining Room
& Lounge
Canadian & Continental
23 Ticino Swiss/Italian
Restaurant
Swiss/Italian
24 Tim Horton’s
Coffee
25 Tony Roma’s
Ribs & Steaks
5 Tooloulou's
Cajun Creole
2 Toque Canadian Bar
Canadian
26 Wild Bill's Legendary
Saloon
Pub & Western Bar
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A TASTE OF BANFF DINING MAP
A TASTE OF BANFF DINING MAP
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Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
appetizers
vegetable samosas
flaky pastry stuffed with lightly spiced peas and potatoes
EAST INDIAN - masala
aloo methi
deep fried mashed potatoes minced with ginger and
tangy spices, tamarind and yogurt on top
onion bhajia
onions seasoned with turmeric, ginger and dried
fenugreek leaves mixed with chickpea flour batter
chili prawns
tandoori prawns sautéed with chopped bell peppers and
onions seasoned with peppers and rock salt
entrees
chicken tikka masala
tandoori oven cooked chicken tikka perfected in sauté
bell peppers and tomato based gravy, with sliced
onion and cilantro
butter chicken
the dish that took over the world, butter chicken is rich
and creamy, full of flavour
Banff’s only authentic East Indian Restaurant opened its
doors in July 2007 and since, it has been a favourite of
locals and visitors alike. The menu features a wide
selection of authentic vegetarian, meat and seafood dishes
including Vegetarian Samosas, Pakoras, Butter Chicken,
Lamb Vindaloo and Beef Roganjosh. There are many
other tempting entrees to mention but we suggest you
visit this “little piece of India” in Banff to see for yourself.
Lunch and Buffet is featured from 12 pm to 2:30 pm.
Wednesday through Sunday and dinner is served seven
days a week from 5pm.
chicken korma
marinated and oven cooked chicken simmered in velvety
creamy masala garnished with pistachios and creamy
masala garnished with pistachios and cream
lamb/beef saag
delectable diced lamb, beef or bison simmered
in diced bell peppers and onion sauce, garnished with
tomato and cilantro
shrimp biryani
shrimp cooked with basmati rice, flavoured
with herbs and spices
aloo gobhi
florets of cauliflower and chunks of potatoes cooked
with onions, tomatoes, ginger and authentic spices
chili chicken
boneless chicken pieces cooked with spicy
and tangy sauce
crispy baby corn
baby corns stir fried with spicy sauce
prices and services
Appetizers: $6-$17
Entrées: $15-$22
Wine: $30-$50
chicken manchurian (indian style)
pieces of chicken cooked with chinese sauce
and indian spices
Attire: Casual/Informal
chicken hot garlic sauce
a must try for garlic and chili lovers
Credit Cards: DP, MC, V
gobi chili
cauliflower cooked with hot spicy sauce
Reservations: Yes
Services: Buffet, Lunch, Dinner
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prawn chili
jumbo prawns and bell peppers cooked with
spicy chili sauce
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EAST INDIAN - masala
229 Bear Street, Banff
403-760-6612
Menu Sampling
appetizers
mozza stix
hand-breaded mozzarella fried until golden brown,
served with tangy dill or tomato sauce
chicken dippers
boneless strips of chicken breast, served with
plum, honey mustard or sweet chili sauce
Cascade Plaza, Second Floor
317 Banff Avenue
403-760-2779
www.oldspaghettifactory.ca/locations/banff
bambam shrimp
crispy breaded white shrimp glazed in spicy sriracha
sauce and garnished with fresh green onion
calamari fritti
a large portion of lightly floured and seasoned calamari
served with tzatziki dip
steamed mussels
a full pound of juicy east coast mussels steamed in a
white wine, garlic and tomato broth
salads
caesar salad
prepared with our famous dressing served wtih hot
grilled chicken or baby shrimp
mediterranean salad
spring mix, fresh vegetables, olives, candied pecans
and feta cheese in a balsamic vinaigrette
entrees
Welcome to the Old Spaghetti Factory. People have re-
turned time and again to enjoy our great good in unique
surroundings for over 30 years. All of our meals are care-
fully prepared and made fresh daily on the premises using
only the finest quality ingredients. Filled with fascinating
memorabilia, the restaurant offers a varied and inexpensive
menu which includes a variety of pasta dishes, veal, chicken
and steak. We pride ourselves by offering great food at rea-
sonable prices. On the opposite page please remember that
all of our entrees come complete with hot sourdough bread,
minestrone soup or crisp green salad served with your
choice of homemade dressing, spumoni ice cream, hot tea
or their own blend of coffee.
prices and services
Appetizers: $5.95-$8.95
Entrées: $9.95-$17.95
Wine: $19.95-$28.25
Attire: Casual Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: A, MC, V
Services: Lunch, Dinner
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spaghetti with meatballs
our scrumptious meatballs, hand-rolled daily and served
with tantalizing Italian tomato sauce, make this
our all-time classic
tortellini pomodoro
pockets of rainbow tortellini stuffed with cheese and
sauteed with fresh mushrooms and green peppers and
tossed in a creamy tomato basil rose
veggie lasagna
four cheeses, spinach, mushrooms, green peppers,
julienne carrots, onions and a garlic tomato
sauce over layers of fresh spinach lasagna noodles
penne with chicken
tender pieces of chicken breast, mushrooms and penne
noodles tossed in a rich basil cream sauce with peppers
and fresh tomatoes
seafood linguine marinara
linguine noodles, topped with sautéed bay scallops,
shrimp and mushrooms in a garlic tomato sauce
baby back ribs
a full pound of baby back ribs, slow cooked, basted with
our smokey barbeque sauce, charbroiled to perfection
and served with our spaghetti with tomato sauce or fries
chicken parmigiana
a hand-breaded chicken breast and topped with tomato
sauce and melted parmesan and mozarella cheeses and
served with our spaghetti with tomato sauce or fries
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CASUAL - old spaghetti factory
CASUAL - old spaghetti factory
menu items subject to change
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
appetizers
THAI - pad thai restaurant
110 Banff Avenue
in Clock Tower Village Mall
403-762-4911
thai dumpling – saw moing
thai salad rolls – pau pia sod
with shrimp or vegetarian served with peanut sauce
chicken satays
grilled chicken breast with peanut sauce
stuffed chicken wings – gai yad sai
stuffed chicken with glass noodles, thai herbs and
pad thai sauce
tom kha gai
coconut milk with chicken or shrimp
tom yum soup
thai spicy hot and sour soup with chicken,
vegetarian or shrimp
thai style noodle soup
rice noodles, bean sprouts with beef and meatballs
or vegetarian
crispy noodles – mee groop lad na
stir-fried assorted seasonal vegetables with chicken,
beef or shrimp served in a noodle basket
entrees
A small, quaint restaurant in Banff, located in the Clock
Tower Mall, Pad Thai has been serving locals and visitors
since 2004 and is a locals favourite for fast, delicious Thai
cuisine. Prepared using traditional Thai methods and
using fresh and authentic ingredients, Pad Thai serves up
delicious dishes. Lots of vegetarian and gluten free dishes
available upon request.
Open 11:30 am to 9 pm (7 days a week – summer)
Noon to 8 pm (Monday to Saturday – winter)
prices and services
Appetizers: $3.95-$13
Entrée’s: $10.95-$18
Wine: $8
Beer: Local-$6, Thai-$7
Attire: Casual
Reservations: No
Credit Cards: DP, MC, V
Services: Lunch, Dinner
pad thai
famous thai stir-fried noodles, bean sprouts and egg,
sprinkled with peanut and served with chicken
or tofu and shrimp
spicy beef or chicken – yam nua, yam gai
in lime juice, chili, rice powder, mint leaves, onions and
served on a bed of lettuce
pannang curry stir fry with shrimp
with chicken, beef, fofu or vegetarian
thai red curry – kaeng phet
chicken, beef or tofu in red curry, coconut milk and assorted
seasonal vegetables
thai green curry – kaeng khiaw waan
chicken, beef or tofu in green curry, coconut milk and
assorted seasonal vegetables with shrimp
thai style stew – mussaman curry
roasted onion, potato, carrot and peanuts
with chicken, beef or tofu
chicken cashew – kai pad mamuang
stir-fried chicken cashew nuts and assorted
seasonal vegetables
stir-fried peanut sauce – pad thua
with chicken, beef or tofu and assorted seasonal vegetables
desserts
deep fried banana – goi tod
mango with sticky rice – kao nia mamoing
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THAI - pad thai restaurant
thai spring rolls – pau pia tod
chicken or vegetable
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
ITALIAN - primrose restaurant
melon and feta cheese salad
white balsamic and lime dressing with organic cherry
tomato and fresh mint
beef carpaccio
watercress salad, shaved parmesan cheese, truffle and
anchovy dressing
Rimrock Resort Hotel
Mountain Avenue, Banff
1-866-288-8063
www.rimrockresort.com
sea and garden bruschetta
fresh west coast oyster, chopped cherry tomato confit
and smoked olive served with gorgonzola crostinis
pansotti mansolini
roasted squash ravioli and fresh goat cheese,
burnt butter, fresh sage and walnut
scallop and forest mushroom risotto
sea scallops nested on wild mushroom risotto garnished
with fresh basil, tomato confit and lemon caper relish
and finished with mascarpone and prosecco
entrees
pappardelle primavera
grilled summer squash and red pepper rocket greens,
small tomatoes and garden herbs, creamy mascarpone
reduction, egg noodles
penne matairuna
penne pastas tossed with pancetta, grilled portobello
and sauce pomodore
shrimp and scallop pasta
angel haired pasta in garlic, lemon, white wine, chilies
and cilantro and tossed with shrimp and scallops
The Primrose is a casual yet elegant Rocky Mountain
Italian Dining Room with a magnificent view from every
table. Our service team is very friendly and knowledgeable
and will attend to your every need. Enjoy a delicious a la
carte breakfast or our extensive buffet to start your day off
or in the evening, the Primrose offers a wide range of
flavourful Italian dishes to suit the most discerning diner.
We also feature a special children's menu that the younger
family members will thoroughly enjoy.
prices and services
Appetizers: $8-$22
Entrees: $20-$38
Wines: $30-$200
Attire: Casual
Reservations: Recommended
Credit Cards: A, DN, JC, MC, V
Services: Breakfast, Dinner
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vegetable timballo
layered potato, squash, sweet pepper, spinach and
onion, braided in garlic, white wine, basil and oregano
and served with a sundried tomato and olive tapenade
polenta pollo scaloppini
roasted farm chicken scalopppini, gluten free goat
cheese, olive polenta, fresh sage, tomato confit,
wilted spinach and shaved asiago cheese
pork brociola
pork picatta stuffed with serrano ham, sweet peppers
and fresh sorrel and served with a wild mushroom
risotto
pistachio crusted port side rib
thyme and pear relish, black barley and squash risotto
roasted cod saltimbocca
boneless cod loin with prosciutto, sage and shaved
manchego cheese, merlot reduction on angel hair pasta
grilled jumbo prawn caesar
6 grilled jumbo prawns, caper garic butter, grilled baby
red romaine, parmesan potato croutons, sautéed rapini
stuffed halibut marinara
roasted halibut stuffed with olives, artichoke hearts,
capes and mascarpone, wild and ancient grain rice and
marinara sauce
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ITALIAN - primrose restaurant
appetizers
Menu Sampling
menu items change seasonally
grand forks breakfast
3 eggs. 3 strips maple bacon, 3 sausage links and 3 fluffy
buttermilk pancakes, with toast and breakfast potatoes
with sauteed peppers, onions and seasoning
the works omelette
ham, mushrooms, tomatoes, peppers, onions and
3 cheeses, topped with a strip of maple bacon
333 Banff Avenue
403-760-3298
www.banffinternational.com
bc benny
2 eggs on a toasted english muffin, smothered in
hollandaise sauce with crisp maple bacon and
canadian cheddar cheese
lunch
slow roasted beef
melt-in-your-mouth slow roasted beef in gravy and
cranberry sauce served with potatoes and
seasonal vegetables
hand-battered fish & chips
choose between tasty hand-battered cod, halibut or wild
salmon served traditionally with tartar sauce, fries and
crisp colesaw
california salad
a full grilled chicken breast, fresh sliced avocado,
tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, seasonal berries
and candied pecans on spring salad mix, with our
signature dressing
When you want great quality, great taste, and super
dinner
dining. From our famous big breakfasts to our Big-
‘r’ signature all star double burger
double beef patty (1 lb of meat), double slices of
american cheese, mayo and red relish stacked on a
sesame seed bun
value make Ricky’s your first choice for casual family
Elicious burger platters, fabulous entrees and diner
classics, we have something on our menu for everyone.
Come check us out at our beautiful downtown Banff
zorba the greek wrap
seasoned grilled lean chicken breast, cucumber, onion,
tomato and crumbled Feta drenched with creamy
tzatziki, and all stuffed in artisan flatbread then grilled
With over 60 locations across Canada you can count on
big bronco ribs
a ‘belt-burstin’ portion of big, meaty canadian back ribs
drippin’ off the bone, served with cornbread and your
choice of sauce
location in the Banff International Hotel.
Ricky’s to serve up your favourites, wherever your
travel takes you.
prices and services
Appetizers: $5.99-$ 14.99
Entrees: $9.99-$29.99
Wines: Current wine & liquor
list available at restaurant
Attire: Casual
Reservations:
Recommended for large groups
Credit Cards: A, DP, MC, V
Services: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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certified angus beef sirloin steak
choose a classic grill or blackened cajun steak
from 6oz or 8oz
7th heaven lasagna
layered lasagna with alfredo and meat sauce, baked with
3 cheeses and served with caesar salad
cedar plank teriyaki salmon
wild salmon blackened or baked with lemon herb butter
sauce, served with fettuccine and your choice of sauce
and with piccolo garlic bread
veal champignon
hand-breaded tender veal, topped with smooth hunter
sauce which is a creamy parmesan mushroom gravy and
served with potatoes and seasonal vegetables
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FAMILY - ricky’s all day grill
FAMILY - ricky’s all day grill
breakfast
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
appetizers
wok fried calamari
sea salt, pepper and poplanos, with charred serranos
wings
a full pound of crispy lightly battered wings served with
creamy blue cheese and valentina hot sauce
221 Bear Street, Banff
1-888-458-3233
www.saltlik.com
almost famous dry ribs
crispy dry ribs, tamarind honey glaze
beef carpaccio
thinly sliced AAA beef tenderloin, dijon aioli, arugula
with fried capers and pickled shallots and served with
crostinis
duck tacos
velvety braised duck, asian bbq sauce, basil and cilantro
cream served in crispy wonton tacos topped
with micro greens
baja shrimp
pan-flashed shrimp, coconut cream, crunchy tortillas
and avocado salsa
entrees
17oz bone in ribeye
served with citrus rosemary butter
The restaurant has taken on a new look as extensive renovations have recently taken effect to both the main restaurant,
upstairs, as well as the large downstairs lounge. The menus for
both places have a number of common items, however, the
lounge menu has a number of additional dishes which are very
conducive for a lounge. For those familiar with this restaurant,
you will enjoy the changes which have been done. For those of
you who may be unfamiliar with Saltlik, you are in for a treat
as the emphasis of this fine restaurant is still on steaks and you
can be assured that only the finest and freshest Angus beef and
prime Alberta beef are served. The restaurant has also introduced an excellent selection of other dishes, including a full
Rack of Ribs, baby Salmon Fillet, Wild Boar Chop, Rotisserie
Chicken or for the more adventurous, Drunken Chicken. They
also feature a variety of tempting appetizers, salads, soups and
interesting sandwiches.
prices and services
Appetizers: $9.50-$17.50
Entrées: $17-$42
Wine: $32-$250
Attire: Casual
Reservations: 8 or more
Credit Cards: A, MC, V
Services: Lunch, Dinner
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drunken chicken
chili sesame ginger sauce, crispy chicken,poblanos,
red onions and jasmine rice
chili-rubbed full rack of ribs
full rack of ribs served with our house-made bbq sauce
seared skuna bay salmon filet
with tomato caper chutney, citrus beurre blanc, roasted
leek fennel and roasted fingerling potatoes
smoked bacon, asparagus & sweet pea linguini
served with lemon cream sauce and fresh parmesan
7oz filet
served with classic béarnaise sauce
hanger steak
served with roasted fingerling potatoes, cherry
tomatoes, au jus and aged balsamic dressing
8oz or 10oz c.a.b. chipotle prime sirloin
the highest grade of beef available and served with
kick ass chipotle bbq sauce
double cut pork chop
served with roasted pear chutney
rotisserie chicken
while it lasts. slow roasted half chicken, served á la carte
32oz porterhouse steak
served with montpelier beurre
a selection of accompaniments are also available
to compliment your meal
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STEAKHOUSE - saltlik
STEAKHOUSE - saltlik
curried cheese plate
a blend of mixed cheeses, curry paste, toasted almonds,
mango chutney and served with sliced ciabatta
Menu Sampling
appetizers
charcuterie board (serves two)
elk salami, smoked buffalo, valbella prosciutto, smoked
peppered duck breast, wild boar pâté, aged sylvan star
gouda, mustard melons, olives, pickles
asparagus soup
chive oil and mascarpone cream
Sleeping Buffalo Restaurant
700 Tunnel Mountain Road
1-844-760-4484
www.crmr.com/buffalo/dining/
artisan lettuce
bc orchard fruit, spiced pecans, grape seed oil
vinaigrette, canadian goat blue cheese
crisp gem salad
double smoked bacon, rosemary focaccia, caper berry
aioli, shaved mimolette cheese
duck confit
crisp leg, grapefruit and frizee salad, berry balsamic
diver scallops
pan seared, crisp slow roasted pork belly, spiced squash
puree, watercress
albacore tuna
seared loin, red quinoa salad, citrus aioli, micro greens
foie gras
pan seared, gingersnap loaf, warm vanilla poached
nectarine, calvados veal lus
entrees
Located just a few minutes from the heart of Banff Avenue,
Buffalo Mountain Lodge is a mountain oasis. High knotty
pine beamed ceilings in the dining room and a fireplace in
the lounge set the tone for a cozy meal. Led by Executive
Chef, Alistair Barnes, Sleeping Buffalo dining room features
Rocky Mountain Cuisine, which consists of high-quality,
locally procured ingredients. Rocky Mountain Cuisine is best
described as an artful assemblage of Canadian ingredients
such as bison and elk raised on CRM Ranch, sustainable
seafood, prairie-grown grains and locally sourced vegetables.
The wine list won gold at the Vancouver International Wine
Awards and focuses on boutique wines.
Phone for reservations today.
prices and services
Appetizers: $13-$19
Entrees: $26-$40
Wine: $38-$385
Attire: Resort Casual
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: A, DP, MC, V
Services: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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free range chicken
roasted breast, morel mushroom barley risotto, baby
carrots, chardonnay thyme sauce
linguini pasta
summer squash, roasted peppers, heirloom tomatoes,
asparagus, fresh herbs, shaved padano
alberta angus beef
aged tenderloin, porcini whipped potatoes, grilled
asparagus, marrow bone red wine reduction
sterling salmon
grilled fillet, heirloom tomato vinaigrette, herb risotto,
salsa verde, summer squash
crmr game ranch duo
bison striploin and braised short rib, squash gnocchi
and wild mushroom ragout, rosehip game glaze
duck breast
crisp skin, hazelnut couscous, cherry relish, port game
glaze, roasted butternut squash
pacific halibut
seared fillet, pork chili dumplings, vegetable julienne,
tomato clam broth, bok choy
alberta lamb
dijon and pistachio crusted rack, crushed potato cake,
haricot, pearl onion rosemary glaze
northern caribou
seared medallions, yam, potato and goat cheese gratin,
shallot purée, raspberry black pepper jus
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CANADIAN - sleeping buffalo
CANADIAN - sleeping buffalo
menu items change seasonally
Menu Sampling
menu items change seasonally
fresh salt spring island mussels
ocean wise. steamed is a thai green curry and coconut
broth, topped with fried leeks
222 Lynx Street
Banff Park Lodge Resort & Conference Centre
403-760-3271
www.banffparklodge.com/dining/terrace-dining-room
fried quebec goats cheese
served with pickled okanagan peaches, lingonberry jam,
fresh mint and house made black pepper crackers
tempura selva prawns
crisp tempura batterd ocean wise selva prawns served
with tobiko aioli, sweet soy sake and fresh micro greens
glazed alberta beef short rib
roasted shallot turtle bean ragout, white balsamic fig
chutney, hand torn fresh basil
seared quebec fois gras
sautéed fresh wild mushrooms, soft poached omega 3
egg, parmesan and toasted ciabatta bread
fennel and beet salad
warm fennel, beet and watercress salad served with goat
cheese, candied walnuts, apple and orange segments
and white balsamic vinaigrette
terrace salad
pickled wild mushrooms on artisan lettuce with double
smoked bacon and an aged sherry vinaigrette
ocean wise smoked steelhead salmon chowder
braised fennel and cold smoked salmon rosette and
finished with fresh micros greens
entrees
The Terrace Dining Room and Lounge offers the finest in
Canadian cuisine with a European flair. Ask for a wine
pairing with your meal or enjoy one of our hand-crafted
artisan cocktails in the lounge. The menu changes
seasonally to take advantage of “what's fresh” from our
local suppliers.
The Banff Park Lodge also offers relaxed dining for the
whole family in the Chinook All Day Restaurant. Open
from 7am to 9pm, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, as
well as featuring Sunday Brunch and theme dinners. The
Banff Park Lodge Resort and Conference Centre.
prices and services
Appetizers: $10-$15
Entrées: $30-$44
Wine: $34-$275
Attire: Mountain Casual
Reservations: Recommended
Credit Cards: A, MC, V
Services: Lunch, Dinner
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innisfail alberta rack of lamb
oven roasted with a pumpkin seed crust and served with
garlic fondant potatoes, maple walnut spaghetti squash
and port wine jus
alberta wild boar tenderloin
marinated in a fig infused balsamic then pan seared
and served with daulphinoise potato and roasted apple
calvados demi-glace
brome lake duck breast
house smoked duck breast with wild mushroom and
cherry tomato ragout served with porcini buttered
parpadelle pasta with garlic and thyme red wine jus
fresh organic bc king salmon
pan seared filet with an apple horseradish crust, wild
manitoba rice pilaf and a grainy mustard maple sauce
aspen ridge organic grass-fed beef striploin
fire grilled 8oz. centre cut, served with pomme
dauphines, caramelized cipollinis, beurre bourgeonne
with merlot reduction and demi-glace
alberta angus reserve beef tenderloin
pan seared then oven roasted and served wrapped in
double smoked bacon with butter whipped yukon gold
potato, preserved blueberries and demi-glace
braised alberta bison brisket
brined for 24 hours then braised overnight and served
with butter whipped yukon gold potato, country style
bacon, roasted shallots and pan jus
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CANADIAN - the terrace
CANADIAN - the terrace
appetizers
Menu Sampling
menu items change seasonally
415 Banff Avenue, Banff
403-762-3848
info@ticinorestaurant.com
www.ticinorestaurant.com
piatto di formaggi svizzeri
ticino cheese plate: fine swiss selection of gruyère,
emmenthal, tête de moine and appenzeller with
house-made fruit bread and fruit chutney
antipasto “ticino”
Valbella air-dried beef, coppa and gruyère cheese
formaggio “raclette”
melted raclette cheese with boiled potatoes and pickles
gnocchi alla ticinese
pasta dumplings with hot smoked duck breast
on walnut sauce
cantarellos su pane tostato
haida gwaii chanterelle mushrooms, sautéed with fresh
herbs, veal jus and a touch of cream. served on crostini toast
zuppa alla boscaiola
ticino’s famous wild mushroom cream soup
insalata di pomodori e centriole con bocconcino
tomato and cucumber salad with bocconcino cheese
entrees
Ticino is Switzerland’s southern canton, famous for Swiss
cuisine with Italian influences. Celebrating 35 years in
carré d`agnello
rack of lamb provençal with rosemary jus
and jalepeño-mint jelly
since 1979. His son Matthew Widmer is the new manager.
gamberi all’aglio
garlic prawns on a bed of chili/basil pesto spaghetti
stuffed with goat cheese, fresh salmon, steak and lobster,
salmone grigliato
grilled atlantic salmon with a macadamia nut crust on a
roasted pumpkin vanilla risotto and vincotto
business, Erwin Widmer has operated Ticino Restaurant
Veal Wiener Schnitzel, hazelnut breaded chicken breast
rack of lamb, fresh pasta dishes, Swiss Raclette cheese, beef
and cheese fondues and for dessert a Swiss chocolate
fondue. Warm alpine ambience and hospitality.
Dinner 5:30-10pm. Banquet room for private functions up
to 100 people.
prices and services
Appetizers: $7-$14
Entrées: $18-$38.50
Wine: $32-$175
Attire: Informal
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: A, JC, MC, V
Services: Dinner, Banquet Facilities
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petto di pollo
chicken breast stuffed with light goat cream
cheese and breaded with hazelnut crumbs
served with merlot red wine sauce
anitra al sidro di mele
roasted duck breast on apple cider sauce
filetto di manzo al burro aromatizzato (6 oz)
centre cut of alberta beef tenderloin with ticino herb butter
ravioli ripieni di vitello
homemade veal ravioli with arugula pesto on tomato confit
with kalamata olives
slowly braised elk osso bucco
with shitake mushrooms and orange cremolata, served
with homemade spätzli
fonduta mar-e-mont
beef & shrimp fondue in hot broth
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SWISS-ITALIAN - ticino
SWISS-ITALIAN - ticino
appetizers
Menu Sampling
menu items change seasonally
Mount Royal Hotel
138 Banff Avenue
403-760-8540
www.tonyromas.com/menu
steak & wild mushroom flatbread
crisp flatbread topped with grilled beef tenderloin,
melted havarti cheese, crumbled feta cheese,
wild mushrooms, red peppers, green onion and a
creamy horseradish sauce
dry ribs
bite sized lightly seasoned bone-in pork bites served
on a bed of fries with ranch dipping sauce
kickin’ shrimp
tempt your taste buds with tender shrimp fried to a
crispy golden brown and tossed in a creamy sauce
exploding with flavour
tony roma's® signature onion loaf
giant hand-cut spanish onions, breaded, deep fried
and served with ranch dressing for dipping
entrees
Located in the Mount Royal Hotel, in the heart of Banff,
Tony Roma's®— the pioneer of back ribs with 260 restaurants in 27 countries. The Banff restaurant is newly renovated this year and has an inviting wood décor and great
window seats overlooking Banff Avenue. Slow roasted
BBQ chicken, prime rib and pork. Grilled AAA Alberta
steaks, burgers and full meal salads. Seafood includes
salmon, shrimp and Mahi Mahi. Signature onion loaves
and sauces. New A la carte Breakfast Menu and Buffet!
featuring traditional breakfasts, signature omelettes and
4 styles of eggs benny.
Tony Roma's® Lounge–offering all of the amenities of
Tony Roma's®—“famous for ribs.” Located across the
lobby of the Mount Royal Hotel, the lounge is a cozy,
wood-lined escape. Two 75” LED TV’s with NHL package
and NFL Sunday Ticket, deep leather chairs and friendly,
attentive service. Tony Roma’s® signature cocktails, beer
and specialty coffees. Lounge open at 4pm with daily food
and drink specials.
prices and services
Appetizers: $6.50-$14
Entrées: $10-$37
Wines: $28-$50
Wines by the glass: $7.50
Attire: Casual
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: A, Discover, DP, MC, V
Services: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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the original back ribs
lean pork baby back ribs basted with
tony roma's® original bbq sauce
st. louis ribs
pork spare ribs basted with tony roma's®
original bbq sauce.
bountiful beef ribs
large bone-in tender beef ribs basted using
tony roma's® original sauce–grilled to perfection
star studded rib sampler
a selection of our finest ribs: original back ribs,
st. louis ribs, ribblings and a beef rib, basted with our
tony roma's® original bbq sauce
the ultimate “grill power” combo
one half slab of our st. louis style ribs, a skewer of grilled
shrimp and an 8oz AAA certified angus top sirloin steak
new york strip
a 10oz new york strip steak centre cut from perfectly
aged AAA certified angus canadian beef
rack of lamb
pan-seared, then grilled french cut new zealand lamb
rack with garlic and blended seasonings
served with garlic mashed potatoes, fire-roasted
vegetables and a side of mint jelly
grilled chicken spinach stack
two stacked, grilled chicken breasts straight from
the open grill covered with a rich blend of four cheeses,
artichoke hearts and creamy spinach. served with rice
and your choice of one side dish
shrimp & salmon piccata
grilled salmon topped with shrimp in a lemon caper
wine sauce. served with rice pilaf and
your choice of one side dish
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RIBS & STEAKS - tony roma’s
RIBS & STEAKS - tony roma’s
appetizers
Menu Sampling
menu items change seasonally
crab cakes
housemade, served with fresh lime dip
204 Caribou Street, Banff
403-762-2633
tooloulous@telus.net
www.tooloulous.ca
jamba jumpers
crispy frog’s legs served over onion rings with
house bbq sauce
southern fried pickle spears
served with dijon ranch dressing
swampburger soup
hearty blend of ground beef, vegetables and seasonings
blackened jack salad
blackened tenderloin tips with grilled peppers,
black olives, artichoke hearts and mushrooms on a bed
of homegreens with blue cheese dressing
loulou wedgie
crisp lettuce wedge, tomatoes, cucumbers and pecans topped
with crumbled blue cheese, choice of shrimp or crawfish
with dijon vinaigrette
entrees
mississippi mussels
fresh mussels steamed in garlic and white wine sauce
smothered in creole sauce
Join us for a taste of Louisiana here in the Canadian
Rockies. Located in downtown Banff, Tooloulou’s is locally
owned and operated – a homey, intimate space where you
can relax and sample favourites from the Bayou like
Jambalaya, Gumbo & Etouffee, Blackened Chicken & Fish
or order up your own Crab & Shrimp Boil! For lunch try a
Po’Boy sandwich, Cajun Grilled Cheese Deluxe, Fish Taco,
Big Daddy’s Ribs or a Bayou Burger. Our extensive
breakfast menu offers everything from Omelets, Belgian
Waffles, French Toast, Eggs Bennys, Crepes and Hearty
Breakfasts. Breakfast served to 2:00pm every day. Kid’s
menus for the 10 and under crowd available.
‘A little Louisiana ... A little Acadiana ... A little Canadiana’
prices and services
Breakfast: $5-$16
Appetizers: $6-16
Entrées: $17-$48
Wine: $28-$39
By the Glass: $5.95-$9
Attire: Casual
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: DP, MC, V, Discover
Services: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Groups
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creole jambalaya
thick and smokey with spicy sausage and chicken in
our piquant creole sauce on cajun dirty rice
shrimp & grits
fried green tomatoes and cheesy grits topped with spicy
cajun shrimp in our creole sauce
cajun seafood skillet
shrimps, scallops, crawfish and mushrooms sautéed in
lemon garlic butter on a bed of cajun dirty rice, topped with
bordelaise sauce
black fish
choice of blackened snapper, catfish, tilapia or mahi mahi
colossal bbq shrimp
whole shrimp marinated and pan fried in house bbq sauce
crab claws bordelaise
crab claws in a seasoned white wine sauce
bayou bbq babyback ribs
basted back ribs in our signature bbq sauce
blazin’ bourbon burger
8oz house burger rubbed with bourbon spice topped with
pepper jack cheese, mushrooms and creole mayonnaise
cedar planked wild bc salmon
maple orange glazed grilled on a cedar plank
panneed veal
breaded veal cutlets topped with creole crabmeat sauce
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CAJUN CREOLE - tooloulou’s
CAJUN CREOLE - tooloulou’s
appetizers
Menu Sampling
appetizers
crispy seafood pastry
smoked salmon, shrimp and lemon cream cheese
puff pastry, citrus ponzu sauce
124 Banff Avenue
403-760-8543
www.ToquePub.ca
chicken mittens
chicken, lightly breaded in-house, house fries,
spicy chipotle sauce
prawn canoes
grilled prawns, soft shell tacos, mango salsa,
sour cream salsa dip
toque sliders
maple-beer glaze pulled duck, butterleaf lettuce,
cheddar cheese, sesame bun
hockey sticks
sourdough beer-battered pork belly, maple dijon
dipping sauce
toque wings
apple vinegar brined whole chicken wings, vegetable
sticks, blue cheese ranch dipping sauce with choice of
hot, house made bbq sauce, dill pickle spice, maple
cider, salt and pepper or ketchup spice
Visitors to the iconic mountain town of Banff will have a new
way to experience what Canadian culture is all about. Toque,
a new pub that celebrates all things Canadian. In the essence
of its namesake, the new pub is an authentic Canadian dining
experience with a twist. The modern venue in downtown
Banff features classic Canadian television shows, tabletop
Canadian games and a sports simulator with hockey and
Canadian golf courses. Guests will enjoy a Canadian-inspired
menu - a sampling of which is opposite. Where most
restaurants feature a signature Caesar, Toque has an entire
Caesar bar with four variations on the classic, as well as a gin
Caesar. The draft beer selection is decidedly Western
Canadian, featuring breweries like Alberta’s Big Rock
Brewery and Grizzly Paw Brewing, B.C.’s Fernie Brewing
Company and Central City Brewing Company, as well as
Saskatchewan’s Great Western Brewing. Toque features
wines from the Okanagan, and its spirits menu emphasizes
an extensive selection of Canadian whiskies and vodkas. This
is a place not to be missed.
prices and services
Appetizers: from $8.95
Entrees $11.95-$26.95
Wine: $28-$75
Attire: Casual
Reservations: For 10 or more
Credit Cards: A, MC, V
Services: Lunch, Dinner
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tourtière spiced toque chili
traditional tourtière seasoned pork and beef, tomatoes,
chipotle peppers, red kidney beans and canadian beer
pulled duck poutine
maple-beer glazed pulled duck, caramelized onions,
beef gravy, house cut fries, canadian cheese
entrees
the toque burger
choose beef or chicken breast topped with tourtiére
spiced chile, montreal smoked meat, melted aged
cheddar and oka cheese, hand-battered onion rings
topped with a second burger, smothered in bacon jam
and skewered with a hockey stick all
on a toasted onion bun
grass fed alberta ribeye steak
grilled 8 oz ribeye steak, green peppercorn sauce,
seasonal vegetables and your choice of roasted potatoes
or garlic mashed potatoes
half chicken
fresh herbed roasted chicken, pan drippings, seasonal
vegetables and your choice of roasted potatoes or garlic
mashed potatoes
cherry cola pork chops
two 4 oz cherry-cola marinated pork chops, housemade
bbq sauce, seasonal vegetables and your choice of
roasted potatoes or garlic mashed potatoes.
fish and chips
choose beer-battered canadian white fish or atlantic
salmon with house cut fries, maple tartar sauce and
signature coleslaw
toque mac and cheese
penne pasta, mozzarella, monterey jack, parmesan,
bacon, smoked paprika break crumbs
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CANADIAN - Toque Canadian Bar
CANADIAN - Toque Canadian Bar
menu items subject to change
Menu Sampling
menu items subject to change
appetizers
bbq nachos
crispy tortilla chips piled high with our house baked
beans, spicy banana peppers, black olives, crisp green
onion and loads of gooey cheese. served with bbq
sour cream and a side of salsa. add pulled pork
201 Banff Avenue, 2nd Floor
Banff, AB
403-762-0333
www.wildbillsbanff.com
‘Porch Swing’ corn fritters
stuffed with sweet Peaches and Cream corn,
fried golden brown and served with cucumber
sour cream
sandwich/salad
elk burger
fresh ground elk topped with house-smoked
gouda and finished with grilled red peppers,
chipotle-lime mayo and spring lettuce. giddy-up
bbq cobb salad
spring mix, cherry tomato, corn relish, chopped
egg, double-smoked bacon, shredded Monterey and
cheddar cheeses and house smoked chicken.
served with your choice of bleu cheese or ranch dressing
bbq pulled pork
braised low n’ slow in smoky bourbon bbq sauce and
piled high on country loaf. topped with crisp homemade
slaw
Slow-cooked, hickory-smoked Beef brisket and tender pork
shoulder are just two of the delicious reasons to saddle up
and mosey on down to Wild Bill’s Legendary Saloon
chicken avocado club
tender grilled chicken breast topped with a generous
helping of our homemade avocado dip and crispy
double-smoked bacon. served on a rustic ciabatta with
chipotle-lime mayo and spring greens
today; Banff’s only authentic Smokehouse BBQ. With our
entrees
burgers, and appetizers large enough to share with the rest
bill’s hickory smoked beef brisket
slow smoked for 15 hours, this western specialty is
hand carved before arriving at your table
Cookhouse Classics served with All the Fixin’s, super juicy
of the herd; you’ll get a taste of the best country comfort
food served up with renowned Western hospitality.
prices and services
Appetizers: $7-$14
Entrées: $10-$29
Attire: Casual
Reservations: For groups of 8+
Credit Cards: A, DC, DN, JC, MC, V
Services: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night
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peyto’s pork ribs
our St. Louis’ style ribs are slathered in our signature
bbq sauce, then flame-kissed on the grill to seal in the
juices (more napkins available upon request)
harvest-stuffed mushroom
for the herbivores. two hearty grilled portobello
mushrooms are stuffed with dirty rice, diced vegetables
and banana peppers. topped with creamy goat’s cheese
and served on a bed of dressed greens
maple bbq wild salmon
our flaky salmon fillet is topped with a
sweet and tangy maple bbq sauce
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PUB - wild bill’s
PUB - wild bill’s
fried pickles
ale-battered garlic dills with a side of chipotle lime mayo
A
TASTE
of Banff
Well-kept secrets that
our chefs are offering
up for your cooking
enjoyment.
The Canadian Rockies has attracted
chefs from around the world to
practice their skills and these
recipes are but a sampling of what
you can expect. Take this magazine
home with you so you can try these
out yourself and then compare the
results with what you may have
enjoyed at the restaurant.
GREEK LEMON CHICKEN
BY CHEF JASON BLOOMFIELD
Ingredients
1 large chicken
1 lemon, juice of
3/4 tablespoon dried
oregano (if you can get the
Greek stuff, you’re really
cooking!)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 garlic cloves, minced
Red Baby Potatoes
8-12 potatoes, peeled
and cut into big wedges
(probably 1/4s)
1 lemon juice
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions
• Wash the chicken well and pat dry.
• Combine all the remaining ingredients and massage the
chicken, inside and out, with this mixture. Put the chicken
in a big bowl and put in the fridge while you prepare the
potatoes.
• Put the potatoes and all remaining ingredients into a large
baking pan. Wash your hands and put them in the pan and
toss the potatoes around to coat with other ingredients.
• Put in the oven and heat to 250°C (480F).
• Start roasting the potatoes and when they’re goldenbrown, stir them to bring the white sides up and push to the
side of the pan to make room in the middle for the chicken.
• If all the water has evaporated, and potatoes have started
to stick to pan, add 1/2 cup more.
• Add the chicken, breast-side down, and pour any juices
that have accumulated in bowl over.
• Return to very hot oven and roast until chicken is
golden-brown.
• Turn over, breast-side up and continue roasting until
chicken is nearly as golden-brown on other side.
• At this point, turn the oven off- don’t open it- and leave
the chicken in for another 1/2 an hour. I like to think I’m
saving energy this way, but it also cooks the chicken
beautifully. Serve with pan juices.
BALKAN
The Greek Restaurant
120 Banff Avenue
Banff, Alberta
403-762-3454
www.banffbalkan.ca
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WHOLE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER
DUCK
BY CHEF LIZ GAGNON
BY CHEF DE CUISINE ABRAHAM MANNAKUZHIL
Cauliflower
1 whole roasted
cauliflower
3L vegetable oil
3T garlic butter
1T bread crumbs
Trim cauliflower from its
leaves and place in a pot,
fill pot with enough oil to
fully submerge it. Cook
Murgh Makhani Dip
2T oil
1T ginger
1T garlic
1T sugar
1t red chili powder
1t dried fenugreek leaves
1t turmeric
1t garam masala
1 green chili
1 cup canned tomatoes
½ cup greek yogurt
1T chopped cilantro
1T lemon juice
salt
In a medium size pan on
medium heat, add oil. Once
hot, add the spices and fry
for 1 minute.
over low heat until tender.
Once cooked, remove
from heat.
Place in a cast iron pan
and brush with garlic butter, sprinkle with bread
crumbs and cook until
richly browned.
Finish with parsley and
serve with the Murgh
Makhani Dip.
To the pan, add the ginger
and garlic and fry until
cooked, add in the green
chili and the tomatoes.
Mix well to combine.
Allow the sauce to come to
a boil and then lower the
heat and let the curry simmer for 10 minutes. Add
in the sugar and the curry
leaves and allow it to cook
for another 2 minutes.
Add the yogurt, mix and
allow it to come to a simmer and take it off the
flame.
At this point, do a taste
test and adjust the salt
and sugar.
Mix in cilantro and lemon
juice.
The Bison Restaurant
& Terrace
213-211 Bear Street
Banff, AB
1-877-962-5550
www.thebison.ca
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Ingredients
Greens eggs and Ham duck
breast
Greens eggs and Ham duck leg
confit wellington
Parsnip puree
Parsnip bark
Preserved cherry glaze
Turnips
Trumpets
Hedgehog
Hon Shimeji
Duck Breast
• Score the duck breast and
sear and finish in oven to
order
Leg Confit Wellington
Kosher salt-20gm
2 Whole cloves
3 Black pepper corns
1 Garlic clove
1 Bay leaf
• Blend peppercorn bay leaf
and whole clove together mix
with kosher salt, slice garlic
and add to the mixture
sprinkle over duck legs and
let it cure for 12 hours. Rinse,
place in a hotel pan add duck
fat to cover and cook in a 225
degree oven for 4 hours in
high fan.
• Once cooked remove legs
from fat let it drain, remove
meat from any cartilage and
bone add to sautéed mushrooms, chopped tarragon
and roll in brick pastry.
Parsnip Puree and Bark
• Roast parsnip in a 350 degree oven till soft, remove
cut the skin length wise from
one side scoop the flesh out.
• For puree:- cook the flesh in
milk and blend to a fine
puree
• For bark:- scrape the skin
clean dip in anise scented
simple syrup and dehydrate
Preserved Cherry Glaze
250g Cherries from Okanagan
pitted
500mlSherry vinager
70g Sugar
4 Anise
4 Bay leaves
6 Juniper berries
10 Peppercorns
½ Vanilla pot
• Bring vinegar to a boil
with sugar and spices, add
cherries and split vanilla pot.
Store in a mason jar for 2
months.
• For glaze: puree the cherries
in a blender till smooth and
thick.
Baby Turnips
• Cut the top of cook till tender
in water. Peel cut into quarters and reheat in chicken
stock and finish with butter.
Trumpets, Hedgehog,
Hon Shimeji
• Sautee all above mushrooms
in clarified butter, deglaze
with chicken stock and finish
with soft butter.
Eden
Rimrock Resort Hotel
Mountain Avenue
Banff, Alberta
1-866-288-8063
www.rimrockresort.com
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ATLANTIC LOBSTER SALAD
GRILLED FISH TACOS
BY CHEF ALBERT MOSER
BY CHEF MIKE CUBBON
2 Whole Lobster
2 Tbsp. Water
250 g Butter
2 Small Mangoes
1 Cucumber
60 g Salad Mix (Belgian Endive, Butter Lettuce/Lola
Rossa/Baby Frisee)
1 Avocado
Curry Salad Dressing
Balsamic reduction
Curry Salad Dressing
Step 1 Remove the tail meat
and claws from shells—try to
keep the knuckle attached to
the claws, Cut the tail in half
lengthwise. Reserve meat for
later use.
With each quarter use your
knife to create a fan. This is
done by cutting the flesh 3 to
4 times lengthwise at the
base of the avocado.
Ingredients
Step 2 Beurre monté – Cut
the 250 g of butter in inch
cubes. Heat 2 tbsp. water to
80 degrees Celsius. Slowly
whisk in the cubed butter
until all the butter it is combined. Keep the butter mix
around 60 degrees celsius.
This is the temperature for
which to poach the reserved
lobster pieces. Cook four to
five minutes.
Step 3 Cut the mango in ¼
inch thick cubes. Two tbsp
per portion. Slice cucumber
¼ inch thick lengthwise. It
will resemble a parpadelle.
Cut the avocado in 4 pieces.
500 ml Virgin Olive Oil
185 ml Rice Vinegar
150 g Honey
7 g Dijon Mustard
50 ml Chicken Stock
12 ml Lemon Juice emulating
1 Tbsp. Curry Powder
Salt & Pepper
To Complete In the centre
of the plate, place a small
round cutter and add two
tbsp of diced mangoes. At
the base of the mango place
your avocado fan. At the tip
of the mango place your cucumber. Wrap the slice of cucumber in a circle shape. In
the centre, place 20 to 25 g
salad leaves. Remove the
lobster from the butter and
place a half lobster tail on the
mango with the claw on top
and drizzle the salad sauce
over the lettuce, mango and
the lobster. Garnish the lobster with a mango chip and
balsamic reduction.
Ingredients
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 Tbs. minced fresh cilantro
Grated zest of 1 lime
1 Tbs. fresh lime juice
2 tsp. ground ancho chile
powder
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
2 Tbs. olive oil
1/4 tsp. freshly ground
black pepper
3 lb. firm-fleshed whitefish
fillets (halibut, snapper,
mahi-mahi, cod)
2 dozen 6-inch corn tortillas
2-1/2 cups shredded green
cabbage
2-1/2 cups shredded red
cabbage
4 limes, quartered use
Lime-cilantro
sour cream sauce
Pico de Gallo
• Combine all the ingredients in a 2-cup measuring cup
and whisk until smooth. Refrigerate up to 4 hours until
ready to use.
Directions
• In a small bowl, combine the ancho powder, cumin, garlic,
salt, and pepper and stir to mix. Add the oil and whisk until
a loose paste is formed. Rub the fish with the spice paste
and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes
and up to 4 hours.
• Light a charcoal fire or preheat your gas grill on high.
Oil the grill’s cooking surface. Let the coals burn down to a
medium-hot fire or adjust the gas grill burners to mediumhigh.
• Grill the fish until just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per
side. Transfer to a cutting board and coarsely chop.
• Divide the tortillas into 2 stacks and wrap each in
aluminum foil. Place on the grill until heated through,
about 5 minutes.
• In a large bowl, combine the green and red cabbage.
• To assemble the tacos, take 2 tortillas, top it with chunks
of fish, a dollop of the sauce, a spoonful of the Pico de Gallo,
and some of the cabbage. Squeeze a wedge of lime over the
filling, fold the tortillas, and eat.
Restaurant Le Beaujolais
Magpie & Stump
Tacos & Tequila
Upstairs at Banff Avenue
& Buffalo Street
203 Caribou Street
Banff, AB
1-888-762-2712
Banff, Alberta
403-762-4067
www.magpieandstump.ca
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SEARED SCALLOPS
BRAISED SHORT RIBS
WILD BOAR BELLY, MAPLE POACHED
PEARS, MAPLE BEURRE BLANC
BY CHEF MORNE BURGER
ON MOREL MUSHROOM RISOTTO
Ingredients
Recipe serves 4
Wild Boar Belly (Pork Belly)
Poached Pears
2 pears (peeled and cored)
½ cup maple syrup
½ cup white wine
Bay leaf
Salt & pepper (to taste)
Place quartered pears in liquid. Bring to a boil, turn down
heat and simmer for about 3540 minutes.
Maple Beurre Blanc
3 medium shallots
2 bay leaves
1 tsp. pepper corns
2 cups of white wine
750 ml 35% cream
1 ½ lbs cubed butter
Salt & pepper (to taste)
Place first four ingredients into
a sauce pan and reduce liquid to
¼ of the original volume. Add
cream and reduce again to ½
the volume or until sauce boils
and thick bubbles appear.
Remove from heat and whisk in
butter cubes little by little. Finish with seasoning and a dash of
maple syrup.
400g of boar belly – seasoned
with 100g sugar, 50 g salt,
8 peppercorns, zest and juice
of 1 orange, thyme sprigs,
1 garlic clove crushed. Mix all
seasoning ingredients and rub
the mixture over the pork belly
– let marinade overnight. The
next day, rinse pork with boiling water and roast in a preheated oven (300 F) for 30-40
minutes. Let cool, then cut
pork belly into equal quadrants and cut each quadrant in
half again.
12 Fresh Scallops (3 each)
(Membrane removed)
Assembling the dish
Heat a pan or skillet to
med/high heat. Sear scallops
for about one minute or until
you see a good brown color.
Flip scallops and add boar
belly then add prepared pears
and a pinch of finely chopped
garlic. After five seconds add a
splash of white wine to
deglaze. Assemble all ingredients on your favourite crockery and garnish with
cherry/grape tomatoes, caper
berries/capers, and your
favourite herb. ENJOY!
Maple Leaf Grille & Lounge
137 Banff Avenue
(corner of Banff Avenue
and Caribou Street)
1-888-255-6488
www.banffmapleleaf.com
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BY CHEF KELLY STRUTT
4x meaty short ribs
1 onion diced
1 carrot diced
1 stalk celery diced
2 tomatoes chopped
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 bay leaves
4 sprig of fresh thyme
1 cup red wine
4 cups beef or game stock
Salt & pepper to season
Risotto
1 cup Arborio rice
1 cup morel mushrooms, or
other seasonal mushrooms,
cleaned
2 tbsp butter
1 shallot, finely chopped
½ cup white wine
5 cups vegetable or chicken
stock
¼ cup grated parmesan
½ tsp truffle oil (optional)
Directions
Trim excess fat from spare ribs and season with salt and
pepper. Heat heavy pan over medium heat and sear ribs
until brown on all sides, add vegetables and continue
browning. Add tomato and paste, continue cooking over
heat for a further few minutes. Add wine stock, thyme and
bay leaf. Place lid on pan and put into preheated oven
300˚F/150 C until meat starts to fall off of bone.
Approximately 2 hours. Add stock or water as required.
Meat should always be covered with liquid. Remove meat
from sauce and let cool. Strain sauce and reduce until sauce
starts to thicken, adjust seasoning.
Melt butter in heavy saucepan; add shallot and sauté
without colour. Add rice and continue cooking for further
minute. Add wine and stir until it has evaporated, add stock
one cup at a time stirring frequently. After 3 cups of stock
have been absorbed by the rice, add mushrooms and
remaining stock. Cook until the rice is slightly crunchy in
the center. Add parmesan and more liquid if required.
Adjust seasoning.
To serve, place risotto in center of large bowl, remove meat
from bone and slice. Arrange around risotto and drizzle
sauce. Garnish with shaved parmesan.
Sleeping Buffalo Restaurant
Buffalo Mountain Lodge
700 Tunnel Mountain Road
Banff, Alberta
1-844-760-4484
www.crmr.com/buffalo/dining/
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EDAMAME RISOTTO
CROQUETTES
BY CHEF URS MANSER
Ingredients
1/2 red onion
3 cloves garlic
1 zucchini
1 each yellow & red pepper
1/4 egg plant
1 shallot
3 Tbsp. tomato paste
1.5 cups tomato juice
Oregano (fresh)
Thyme (fresh)
Salt & pepper
250g Arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
Approx. 750ml vegetable stock
2 tbsp. extra virgin Olive oil
1.5 cup peeled Edamame
beans
80g grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups Panko bread crumbs
Step 1
• Finely dice red onion,
zucchini, yellow and red
pepper, eggplant
• Finely chop Garlic
• Chop fresh oregano and
thyme
• Finely Chop Shallot
Step 2
• Sweat off red onions and 2/3
of garlic.
• Add diced vegetables, season
and stir.
• Add tomato paste and sauté
for a couple of minutes
stirring occasionally.
• Deglaze with tomato juice,
simmer until sauce is thickened. Set aside.
• This will be your ratatouille
mix.
Step 3
• Sweat off shallots and the
remaining garlic in olive oil.
• Add rice, sauté for a couple
of minutes and deglaze with
white wine.
• Pour in vegetable stock;
simmer until rice is almost
cooked. (al dente)
• Add ratatouille and
Edamame and cook until
liquid is absorbed.
• Finish with Parmesan and
season to taste.
• Let mix cool, form into
oblong shapes and then put
in freezer till they are hard.
Step 4
• Lightly flour, gently toss in
egg and crumb with Panko
bread crumbs.
Step 5
• Deep or pan fry then finish
in oven. Serve with a tomato
sauce or your choice of sauce.
The Terrace Lounge
& Dining Room
222 Lynx Street
Banff Park Lodge Resort
& Conference Centre
403-760-3271
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STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST
WITH GOAT & CREAM CHEESE
BY CHEF MICHAEL SAMSON
Ingredients
6 Chicken Breasts
skinless & boneless
Breading
4 egg yolks
50g bread crumbs
50g ground hazelnuts
50g flour
Sauce
Veal demi-glace
Stuffing
150g cream cheese
150g goat cheese
1 diced green onion
2 tbsp bread crumbs
2 egg yolks
salt & pepper
Directions
• Stuff chicken breast with pastry bag.
• Season breasts, dust with flour then coat
with egg yolks and bread/hazelnut crumbs,
sear both sides to golden brown, put in 400
degree pre heated oven for 15 – 20 minutes
until cooked through.
• Let rest for 5 minutes and serve.
Ticino Swiss-Italian
Restaurant
415 Banff Avenue
Banff, Alberta
403-762-3848
www.ticinorestaurant.com
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Townhouse Liquor
226 Bear Street, Banff
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Roam is a publicly operated transit service offered by
the Bow Valley Regional Transit Services Commission.
With service throughout Banff ($2 adult, $1 ages 6-12,
65+), let our affordable, environmentally friendly public
transit buses take you to Banff’s finest restaurants and
amenities.
Free transfer from
Canmore regional
service to Banff
local service. Cash
fares accepted on
the bus (change is
not provided on
the bus). Buses
operate 365 days
a year for your
convenience.
Photo by
Jason Bantle
Visit
roamtransit.com
or call
1-855-762-0606
for route information and
scheduled times of operation.
Real-time schedule information can
be accessed by simply scanning this
code with your mobile device or
at NextBus.com.
Roam Customer Service Centre
located in Banff at 221 Beaver Street.