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    21 Steps Kitchen & Bar

    4.2 (717 reviews)
    Closed 5:30 pm - 11:00 PM

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    21 STEPS KITCHEN & BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Menu 1/2026
    Long D.

    Good service, casual dining venue in the heart of Whistler village. Called to make reservations and got one right away. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Second floor so you have to walk 21 steps to upstairs.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Hostess and servers are very nice and accommodating. Food Menu is relatively simple but got enough choices for most people , drink menu is extensive. Water is refilled readily. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is noisy but that is good for chatting after a day of shredding snow.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered local (BC) draft pale ale and lager to go with rib eye, lamb shank , short rib and 21 salads with warm bread and butter. The side veggies are the same baby carrots green been and broccoli. Lamb came with rice, others came with mashed potatoes. Lamb is fall-of-the bone good but short rib and steak are below average. Salad and warm bread are at the good mark. Took off one star because of the chewy steak. Else we have a good time.

    Fried goat cheese and honey

    Delicious food in perfect portions! We did the 3-course meal with appetizers, main and dessert. The fried tofu and fried goat cheese with honey were my favorites!

    Bar area
    Susan S.

    Went here for BF's birthday. Acoustics I. The Attic make conversations loud. The folks at the bar talking to the bartender were really loud. We ordered the Riblwrs and Mussels for Appetizers and the braised short rib and BC LingCod. All were generous portions and delicious. Service was a bit slow as there was only one service. Overall 3 stars because of the echo chamber in The Attic. Otherwise 4 stars for food.

    Joel Z.

    This place was highly recommended and it seems super popular so take this with a grain of salt I know that being from the states the flavors I like don't always extend to other places and you'll see this in most of my reviews of restaurants around the area and that's that all the food tasted good I just felt it was all quite a bit under seasoned. The servers were fantastic and the atmosphere was great.

    Ricotta and bread crisps
    Thomas G.

    The service here was friendly and fast and the restaurant was pretty quiet when we went. The pizza was alright, I really enjoyed the crust on it. All together it was a pleasant time.

    pork shoulder pasta
    Sarah K.

    The food here was amazing! Since it is in the village it was hard to find while driving in the rain but we made it just in time before they gave up our reservation. That is our fault but luckily we still held onto the table. I was so grateful for their kindness and professionalism. Our waitress was also amazing. Super attentive and gave us great recommendations. The pork shoulder pasta is creamy with juicy pork meat that pairs well together. The red curry mussels were shared as an appetizer and we drank every last bit. We even ordered french fries to dip them in. The fries (no picture) are perfectly sized and super crispy. Their other side options were mashed potatoes or veggies and honestly they were all great. To finish off the night we shared a blueberry cheesecake and it was the perfect end to this lovely dinning experience. **also not pictured by the bison and salmon were also amazing choices. I did not return but the party I was with went back the next day to get bison again.*** 10/10 If ever in the whistler area for a few days, I would return.

    Garlic chili prawns
    Vivian Q.

    4.5 stars We weren't able to get a reservation so we arrived at the restaurant right at opening, and there was already a line formed outside! They state that they keep 1/3 of the restaurant available to walk-ins, so we were able to get a seat at the bar. We ordered off the prix fixe menu. The best dishes were the appetizers - the fried chicken was crispy outside and juicy inside, and the chili prawns had excellent flavor. The main dishes were HUGE portions, and reminded me of catered wedding dishes. The chocolate brownie dessert was great, although they had to bring out this dish 3 times before finally getting it right (without nuts due to an allergy). I would skip the chocolate mousse and raspberry sorbet - the mousse tasted more like supermarket pudding. The cocktails (and the bartender) were fantastic - probably if I were to come back, I would just get drinks at the bar and skip the food.

    Ruben's Cheesecake and Chocolate Brownie for dessert

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    2 years ago

    Great feed and service in the heart of Whistler , plenty of great food options and reasonably priced considering where you are

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    Great food in a bit of a hidden place. Well worth very small detour from some of the more well known Whistler places.

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    2 years ago

    This restaurant was recommended by the your guide. Very good food and price is good. Good selection

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    3 years ago

    We love the Andrew, the bartender. They serve great drinks, and yummy food. We'll be back.

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    2 years ago

    Short ribs and salmon are so delicious!!! Great atmosphere and wonderful service! Highly recommend!!

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    3 years ago

    Loved it. Food was great and service was very good. Good deal for what you got in this locale.

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    4 years ago

    My favorite restaurant in Whistler. Great food, cocktails and ambiance. Always a memorable meal.

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    2 years ago

    Excellent service. Great food. Would definitely recommend. Has a good variety of food.

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    3 years ago

    Excellent atmosphere and attentive service. We all enjoyed our meal! Very flavorful and interesting options. A great choice for whistler

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    Hunter Gather

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    One of my former staffers now lives and works in Whistler and when we came up to visit her, she…read morerecommended we meet at Hunter Gather. So glad she did because this place is awesome! First, there's plenty of seating. You come in, get a menu, seat yourself, and when you're ready, order at the counter. They will bring your food to you. We got a table outside in the sun. We ordered the Grants Platter for Two and shared it between three hungry adults and we still had a lot of leftovers (which were super tasty later)! My favorites from this platter were the brisket (so tender and just the right amount of smokiness) and the chicken wings with dry rub (fried to crispy perfection). The ribs and pulled pork were also really good, but since I prefer my barbecue without sauce, these didn't appeal to me as much as the brisket. I also liked the fresh and tasty mixed greens salad that we got as one of our sides--very balanced and delicious. The staff are super friendly here. Our waiter checked on us several times and even the chef came out to see if we liked the food. It was a wonderful lunch. If you're looking for a great meal in Whistler, definitely check out Hunter Gather!

    We were visiting a friend at Whistler and she suggested Hunter Gather. It was a great choice…read more We got the Grants Platter for two - which was more than enough for the three of us plus leftovers. All of us thought the brisket was as good as any we've ever had. Their fried wings were incredibly savory. The ribs were fall off the bone tender. I also enjoyed the cornbread and the mixed greens. The staff was friendly and the chef chatted with us too. We'd definitely come back again the next time we were in Whistler. We really enjoyed the outdoor seating.

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    Bacon & egg Sammy
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    Alta Bistro

    Alta Bistro

    4.3
    (325 reviews)
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    Locally owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    My favorite restaurant in Whistler; I usually make it in a few times every ski season and it's…read morealways excellent. They keep the menu fresh by occasionally rotating presentation or preparation, or just adding new items. Staff are always super friendly and helpful. One reviewer called it "cozy" - that fits (OK, pun intended). While it can feel quiet/slow, do not always expect that...especially on holiday weekends, I've seen this place very busy. Earlier this year I decided to try the cheeseburger. I come here for the fancy food, but for some reason I was in a burger mood. Lol OMG this thing is amazing! One bite and it made it to my "favorite dishes of all time" list. I don't remember signing my soul to the devil, but this witchcraft is too good to not have some hidden cost. I'm giving the staff a "what the hell is this???" look and they just grin back at me. "It's good, isn't it?" Hell yes. Just go.

    One of my favorite restaurants in Whistler! Relaxed atmosphere with great service. The food was…read moreamazing as well - particularly loved the Foie gras appetizer and beef roast short rib on purée. The cocktails were great as well; loved the one with mezcal.

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    Mature Bordeaux and Alta's deli board with BC cheese and cured meats with house made mustards and pickles. All you need in life.
    Mature Bordeaux and Alta's deli board with BC cheese and cured meats with house made mustards and pickles. All you need in life.
    Brant Lake Wagyu Beef Bavette - full flavored and wonderfully textured beef. We really feel this benchmark for Canadian beef.
    Brant Lake Wagyu Beef Bavette - full flavored and wonderfully textured beef. We really feel this benchmark for Canadian beef.
    The Signature appetizer Elk Tartare & Foie Gras Parfait.

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    The Signature appetizer Elk Tartare & Foie Gras Parfait.

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