Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Banff / Canmore

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Updated January 05, 2025

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360 Dome Experience Fairmont Banff Springs

4.9

4.9 (174)

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

Banff

About the restaurant

With 360° views of Banff National Park and Canada’s Castle in the Rockies, our 360° Dome is now home to some incredible dining experiences.

Top review

Tracy

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

This was the most magical experience. The service was over the top and would recommend this to anyone.

Eden - Rimrock Resort Hotel

4.8

4.8 (1359)

CAN$51 and over

Canadian

Banff

About the restaurant

Our AAA Five Diamond award winning restaurant is an exquisite dining experience, offering French cuisine with regional accents. Combined with Eden's Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence and ALTO Award winning service, this restaurant provides each guest with the finest in dining, service and scenic views in Banff. Sommeliers are on staff to offer the best wine pairing to complement the experience. Please check reservation for availability.

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Grace

Dined on Jan 2, 2025

This is the best restaurant that I have ever dined in. Beef tenderloin was the best dish I have ever tasted; everything about it was amazing. Even though it says 4 course meals together it was about 9, so keep that in mind if you’re ordering the 7 course one. They even gave a pumpkin cake to enjoy for the next day. Service was also best of the best. Even though Canada doesn’t follow the Michelin guide this is probably a 2-star Michelin restaurant if you’re looking for a comparison. Please do me a favour and come to Eden!!!

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Experience

Cellar Experience

Experience

Seven Course Tasting Menu

Experience

Four Course Tasting Menu

Rundle Bar

4.8

4.8 (1494)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Banff

About the restaurant

A tradition as old as the Castle - Welcome to Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Banff Springs! Serving an assortment of Victorian scones, finger sandwiches and the finest loose leaf teas.

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Claire

Dined 5 days ago

My friend and I went for afternoon tea and had an incredible time! Our server, Marco, was super attentive and knowledgeable about tea which made the experience so enjoyable for myself (a tea lover) and my friend (a tea novice). The teas and the food were delicious, and the view is unbeatable! A highlight of our trip so far.

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Experience

Afternoon Tea

Experience

Valentine's Day Afternoon Tea ❤️

Experience

Easter Afternoon Tea 🐣

Post Hotel Dining Room

4.8

4.8 (184)

CAN$51 and over

European

Lake Louise

About the restaurant

Nestled amidst the serene Canadian pines, The Dining Room's inviting ambiance features fresh-cut flowers, sparkling crystal, and the warm glow of a grand fireplace, creating the perfect setting for an extraordinary meal.
At the heart of our restaurant is the remarkable four-course Table d'Hôte menu, crafted by the acclaimed European-trained Executive Chef Hans Sauter. His expertise brings a blend of international flavors and techniques to each dish, ensuring a memorable dining experience.
Awarded “Best Food in the Americas” by Conde Nast Traveler’s Gold List, The Dining Room also boasts a Wine Spectator “Grand Award” winning cellar. With over 20,000 bottles and 3,600 selections, our wine list is among the most extensive in the country, carefully curated by our expert Wine Director Julian Simard-Gillis.
Experience the artistry of this exceptional duo that has made The Dining Room a destination in itself.

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Cathy

Dined 4 days ago

Fabulous meal and service in a beautiful dining room.

Lakeview Lounge

4.7

4.7 (80)

CAN$51 and over

European

Lake Louise

About the restaurant

The Lakeview is Chateau Lake Louise's iconic restaurant and bar. Enjoy elegant dishes prepared classically with premium ingredients as you take in world-famous views of Lake Louise and Victoria Glacier.

During the summer months, soak up the fresh mountain air and surrounding beauty from one of the most scenic patios in the Canadian Rockies

It is the perfect setting to indulge and celebrate.

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Christa

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

We had a great time at the lake view lounge today where the service was exceptional - our server noticed there’s quite a bit of a gap between the appetizer and the entree and came over to apologize for delay. Other staff also came over to make sure we are ok. We were just sitting there enjoying the view so they were very observant. One can only enjoy this level of service at top quality hotels like the Fairmont. The food was great and definitely better compared to a few years back when we were here - if you love seafood, the chowder and seafood pasta won’t disappoint. Because today is Christmas Eve, they have a small choir singing Christmas carols. Overall, the service, view and food are great. We will be back!

Rustica at Silvertip Golf Resort

4.6

4.6 (1158)

CAN$51 and over

Steak

Canmore

About the restaurant

Welcome to Rustica

Where exquisite vistas and extraordinary service meet to inspire a culinary reflection of the world beyond our windows.

Dine amongst the Rocky Mountains and Silvertip's World-Class Golf Course scenery. Silvertip's Executive Chef, Peter Horlacher, showcases locally inspired and innovative classics, perfect for a night out with friends and family, or a romantic dinner for two. Renowned for our signature Prime Grade Alberta Raised Black Apron broiler specialties and highlighting our Ocean Wise seafood and seasonal Vegetarian dishes. While our noteworthy wine selections and signature cocktails round out your dining experience in our Rustic inspired space.

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Laura

Dined on Jan 4, 2025

Our server, Stephanie was fantastic. Super attentive but not intrusive. The food was great and the ambience lovely. This was our first time at Rustica, but we’ll definitely be back!

La Terrazza

4.6

4.6 (753)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Banff

About the restaurant

La Terrazza is one of the best Italian restaurants in Banff. The Terrace’s panoramic windows and glass ceiling provide some of the most spectacular views in Banff, from Sulphur Mountain to Mount Norquay.

La Terrazza (Italian for Terrace) is proud to offer our new Italian menu. Be sure to taste fresh authentic Italian cuisine with an Albertan twist in the heart of downtown Banff.

For Christmas day and New Year's Eve bookings, please contact us at terracemanager@banffparklodge.com.

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Dwight & CarolVIP

Dined today

This is our 5th visit to La Terrazza. We both love the setting and the fact that it is in our hotel is an added bonus. The food is always delicious. They arancini is our favorite appetizer, we also really like the two complementary fresh baked rolls accompanied by flavored butter and tappenade. Flavors vary depending on the season. We tried the winter salad which was a perfect size to share. For our entrees we both chose the lamb ragu papperdelle. It was delicious. Our servers were friendly and regularly checked in on us without being intrusive. Definitely a great ambiance for dinner along with an extensive menu with lots of choices. We are already looking forward to our next visit.

Castello Italiana

4.6

4.6 (674)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Banff

About the restaurant

Italian cuisine so fresh it's just like Nonna used to make it! Celebrate the freshest of ingredients and a broad wine list, Castello Italiana is where you can get everything from antipasti to hand-made pasta and everything in between.

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StevenVIP

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Beautiful food. Very helpful staff. Most enjoyable

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4.5

4.5 (1250)

CAN$51 and over

Canadian

Banff

About the restaurant

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. 1888 presents a modern twist on the authentic chop house with a menu focused on prime cuts of Alberta beef, sustainably sourced wild game and Ocean Wise seafood.

Delivering the best Alberta Meat with a menu developed through lasting relationships with local farmers and purveyors.

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RobertVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Corie was awesome. Bison and Alberta Tenderloin outstanding. must do is the Taylor Port Flight!

Mount Burgess Dining Room - Emerald Lake Lodge

4.5

4.5 (594)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Wild Game

Field, British Columbia

About the restaurant

*** January 29 - February 15, 2024: All dining services will be operational via Cilantro On The Lake*** Mount Burgess dining room is renowned for its signature Rocky Mountain Cuisine and a comfortable, warm atmosphere. Experience Chef Valerie Morrison’s seasonal menu – featuring free-range elk, bison and caribou along with seafood, pasta and a sophisticated array of desserts.

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Valerie

Dined 7 days ago

The gamekeepers pie was delicious, the salad was ok except for the croutons, which were rock solid, and impossible to chew. The waiter said that lots of people were complaining about the same thing. He tried one, and agreed! I’m just wondering why this was not changed since so many people said the same thing! The location is beautiful, and staff are attentive. Dinner menu is rather expensive.

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Popular dish

ALBERTA BEEF TENDERLOIN (gf)

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