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Sky Bistro - Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff Gondola, Banff, AB

Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff Gondola

4.7
4.7
2552 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Canadian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
DINE ABOVE BANFF Anchored at over 2,200 meters above sea level, the Banff Gondola’s Sky Bistro sits on the summit of Sulphur Mountain. With six Rocky Mountain ranges as a backdrop, this remarkable restaurant promises an exhilarating gondola ride followed by a mountain top dining experience. Lunch and dinner menus celebrate the panorama of Canadian cuisine, with ingredients drawn from both ocean coasts, plus wholesome prairie staples including world-renowned Alberta beef. Complemented by local wine, beer and spirits, it makes for a unique dining experience above Banff.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Farm-to-table, Contemporary Canadian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (403) 762-7486
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Claudius Wolf
  • Neighborhood
    Banff
  • Cross street
    100 Mountain Ave, Banff
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Banff Roam Bus Transportation - www.roamtransit.com Note: Sky Bistro is atop Sulphur Mountain in Banff National Park. Access is either by Banff Gondola or from the hiking trail. ***charges apply for Banff Gondola
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's 5 Course Tasting Menu

    CA$125.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for an evening of exceptional mountaintop dining. Our five-course tasting menu is available on select weekends, spotlighting a selection of signature Sky Bistro dishes. Vegetarian menu available. Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance, with Banff Gondola admission sold separately. Click below to purchase your Gondola admission. https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/attractions/banff-gondola/tickets/
    Chef's 5 Course Tasting Menu Photo

What 2,552 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Great for scenic views

  • Banff / Canmore

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Banff / Canmore

    Healthy

  • Banff / Canmore

    Great for scenic views

  • Banff / Canmore

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Banff / Canmore

    Canadian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sky Bistro at Banff Gondola offers a memorable dining experience with "spectacular views" and "amazing food." Guests praise the "exceptional service" and "delicious meals," making it an ideal spot for special occasions. Though some found it pricey, the "breathtaking" mountain vistas and attentive staff ensure a worthwhile visit.

2,552 Reviews
  1. JasmineS

    Calgary3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect experience, will definitely be back! So much to see great service and delicious food

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    Charlotte1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall a nice experience but expected more dining etiquette for a high end restaurant. Proper placement of utensils and plates, staff to review menu and explain desserts, accompaniment such as bread with drinks. Food was well prepared. Overall a nice experience.
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Guest, Thank you for your review! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the food and overall experience. We appreciate your feedback and will continue to refine our service standards. Attention to detail is important to us, and we’ll ensure our team continues to elevate the guest experience. We hope to welcome you back for an even better visit in the future! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  3. Aaron

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Honestly, one of the greatest dining experiences of my life. A Top 10 moment, worldwide. Made the reservation for just after sunset, so caught the full sunset and alpenglow up on the Observation Deck, while the most tranquil music played. Then enjoyed the Bison, Octopus, their smoky Old Fashioned’s and a beautiful glass of Spanish Red Wine from 2018. We were served by Connor and the entire night was close to perfection, down to the very last bite of Bison - which I tried to take as much time with as possible. Incredible way to kick off the trip.
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Aaron, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your time at Sky Bistro was such a memorable part of your trip. We'll be sure to pass your kind words along to Connor and the rest of the team. We can’t wait to welcome you back! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  4. Marie-Josée

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Magnificent views, excellent service and good food but a little pricey. Recommended 100% for lunch.
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Marie-Josee, Thank you for your review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the views and service. We appreciate your feedback on pricing and are glad you still found it worth recommending. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  5. Donald

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The first two courses had very little flavor. The main course of beef with the bone removed however was very favorable . The service provided was impecable. The overall adventure was spectacular.
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Donald, Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted that you enjoyed the main course and impeccable service. We appreciate your comments on the first two courses and will share them with our culinary team to ensure we continue to refine our flavors. We’re glad your overall experience was spectacular, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable visit! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  6. Jennifer VIP

    Tallahassee22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding view. Surprised how delicious all the food was, was expecting just the view. We had duck, pork chops and short ribs. Also salad and soup. All top notch. Our server was engaging and fun. Our cocktails, Old Fashions.. great smoke presentation and margaritas yummy. Highly recommend. Also great place to watch sunset. And very cool nighttime light show right outside the restaurant.
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Jennifer, Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear that both the food and the view exceeded your expectations. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  7. Rachel

    Derbyshire5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience. What a stunning location. Staff so friendly and attentive. Food fabulous. Highly recommend.
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded on February 28, 2025
    Dear Rachel, Thank you for your kind words We're delighted you had an amazing experience with us and look forward to welcoming you back! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  8. Christopher

    Dubai1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great experience. Make sure you book in advance to get the good tables at the windows, especially around sunset! Food and service were excellent, view is of course stunning.
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded on February 28, 2025
    Dear Chris, Thank you for your review! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and views. We look forward to welcoming you back! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  9. Jeremy

    Norfolk/Suffolk4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow this has amazing views! We ate around 5-6pm which was perfect as the sun was just setting, the views were great. Food was nice, drinks great, it was our most expensive meal of our trip but the views made up for this!
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Jeremy, Thank you for your review! We appreciate you choosing to dine with us and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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  10. pepper VIP

    Seattle74 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    imaginative and well done food the french fries are outstanding. We love them. Service was uneven nice person but NEW and left us alone too much. The view is amazing and it’s well worth the trip even if you don’t have lunch, but the lunch is worth it too, so I would definitely suggest go and try the cocktails of the day or the mock cocktails of the day.
    Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff GondolaResponded on February 28, 2025
    Dear Guest, Thank you for your review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and cocktails. Your feedback on the service is greatly appreciated, and we’re committed to ongoing training to enhance the experience for all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager

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Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff Gondola is rated 4.7 stars by 2552 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Sky Bistro, Mountain Top Dining @ Banff Gondola

1 Mountain Ave PO Box 1140 Stn Main, Banff, AB T1L 1J3

Additional information

  • Cross street
    100 Mountain Ave, Banff
  • Neighborhood
    Banff
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Farm-to-table, Contemporary Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Banff Roam Bus Transportation - www.roamtransit.com Note: Sky Bistro is atop Sulphur Mountain in Banff National Park. Access is either by Banff Gondola or from the hiking trail. ***charges apply for Banff Gondola
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Claudius Wolf
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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