I visited Bear Street Tavern based off of a recommendation by a coworker. Beer and pizza is usually…read morea winning combination and Bear Street Tavern is a great example of this. Admittedly, I'm not much of a drinker but I'll have some once in a while and Bear Street seems to have a pretty good selection. I tried a Vietnamese Coffee Stout which I enjoyed. I'm definitely more of an eater than I am a drinker and the eats at Bear Street Tavern are excellent. My party got 2 pizzas and a salad and we enjoyed it all. To start we got the Tavern Bowl. It's a bunch of different vegetables with a Tahini Miso Dressing and kimchi on top. All the different textures and flavors worked really well together and the salad served as a nice break between bites of pizza. The Wheeler Hut pizza has mushrooms, ricotta, truffle oil, pesto, and mozzarella. If you're a fan of truffle flavor you'll enjoy this pizza. As soon as it was brought out I could already smell the truffle. The Mediterranean has olives, feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, red onions, chili flakes, spinach, mozzarella, and balsamic glaze. A little busier than the Wheeler Hut, but it was equally delicious. I'm not sure which pizza I liked more. Both pizzas had a fantastic crust with some char. Substantial enough to stand up to the toppings but still a little doughy for a nice chew. The char gives a nice crunch as well. Service is quick and friendly and the prices are fair, especially in a tourist area. I definitely recommend Bear Street Tavern.

One of the worst Pizza's I've ever had. The truffle oil is clearly fake. Waters were not refilled…read morethroughout dinner. Crust was dry and yet the pizza sagged. I was excited to go back to my hotel and brush my teeth and use mouth wash to get rid of the disgusting pungent flavor of the pizzas the waitress recommended. PS the bathrooms were DISGUSTING. Would not recommend.

I happened upon this restaurant as it is right next to my hotel, and it ended up being my favorite…read morerestaurant from my Banff trip. The restaurant had a chill vibe and comfortable booth, the service was great, and the food was delicious. The star of our meal was the tiki pizza. The theme of this pizza is comparable to any Hawaiian pizza (ham and pineapple), but this pizza just seemed to hit the perfect balance between approachable, satisfying, and elevated (due to the jalapeño oil). The meatballs were tasty and comforting. The sauce was good and served as a perfect dipping sauce for the pizza and garlic bread. I'm not big on beet salads, but I enjoyed this one. The unexpected star of the salad was the whipped feta. It was just a wonderful mix of salty, rich and airy. 5/5 will definitely return next time I visit Banff!

Wonderful pizza restaurant in downtown Banff. Came here for a later evening meal after a day in the…read morepark. Food we tried: * Roasted broccoli - absolutely delicious and so well cooked with puréed tomatoes and walnuts * The Supreme - solid classic pizza topping mix * The Local - very generous with meat toppings, fun twist with the maple syrup that gave it a sweet hint Service was excellent -- friendly and prompt. Casual yet elevated ambiance.

This February while in Banff, we decided to try Farm & Fire, and it did not disappoint…read more I ordered the classic breakfast with a side of fruit. The plate featured two perfectly cooked over-easy eggs, sourdough toast with blackberry jam, crispy potatoes, and the best bacon I've ever tasted. The fruit bowl was just as fresh and vibrant, with oranges, Granny Smith apples, blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries. The food, the service, and the atmosphere were all outstanding; an ideal way to start the day in the mountains.

The highlight for this place was the farm to table appeal. Their pizzas and cocktails were the…read morehighlights for me. The servers were amazing and friendly! We celebrated my friends 50th bday and they gave us a free dessert. The charred broccolini is very charred / so if you don't like the burnt taste, don't order it. The beetroot hummus was under whelming. The ambiance was great - the flowers outside the restaurant are so pretty with the Canadian Rockies in the background makes the place look very pretty.

How does this place not receive 5 stars from every single person?…read moreIt was amazing! We came for lunch, were seated immediately and AJ took great care of us. Great menu options for all tastes, the portion size was good for the price and all of the food we ordered was awesome! Oh, and the pizza, out of this world good. We will definitely be back, maybe even again tonight.

Extremely hungry after going on three hikes, plus Banff Gondola and complimentary shuttle dropped…read moreus off. A wonderful way to unwind with delicious meals in the heart of Banff. Our male server was very welcoming and customer service oriented. How thoughtful of him to offer mocktails. Thanked him for the offer. Typical me settled for H2O to hydrate. Elk and Kale Pizza served piping hot and made fresh with highest quality ingredients. Every ingredient integrated well with each other. I'm able to taste different textures, seasonings and flavors. Scrumptious and amazingly tasty that I consumed the whole pie. One of the best pizzas I've tasted in my lifetime! Huge restaurant with gender neutral washrooms. Highly recommend. Worth visiting.

Everyone kept recommending Lupo to us for our Banff trip and I was honestly worried it would have…read moregotten overhyped to us. However, it was not at all! Perfectly hyped :) We made a reservation for 8:30 PM on a long summer night and there seemed to be a few other empty tables for walk-in's. The waiter had some recommendations and we mainly went off of that. The pizza was heavenly!! The most unique combination of flavors, pistachio in a savory pizza was incredible! The pasta with the lemon sauce was another favorite, it especially felt perfect for summer. The service was great and it also has some mountain view's which we definitely enjoyed.

Note: We never got to eat here…read more We made our reservation several days in advance and clearly noted that we'd be bringing our small dog and requested patio seating. Apparently, reading reservation notes isn't part of the reservation process at Lupo, because they didn't bother telling us dogs weren't allowed until three hours before our reservation. Having a no-dog policy is your choice. Having absolutely no respect for your customers' time is another. You had days to tell us. Instead, you waited until the last minute and left us scrambling to find another restaurant. Thankfully, Princess Sofia Pizza was happy to seat us outside, and the food and service were outstanding. Funny how one restaurant can communicate like professionals while another can't manage to read a reservation. If you're considering Lupo, don't assume they'll actually review your reservation before the day of your visit. We won't be giving them another chance.

This was my favorite food joint in Banff! They have the most amazing cocktails. We ordered the food…read moreand it's family style - we felt like we were being hosted by a friend - each cocktail more unique than the other and each dish had its own twist. The place is small inside and there is outdoor seating also available. The servers so friendly and gave us great suggestions! The owners also own Shoku and we landed up going there to try their cocktails and food. This place will not disappoint you!

This food was delicious! There were multiple vegan options that were bursting in flavor and…read morefilling! We got the mushroom risotto (so unique), the vegetarian bao bun, and the vegetarian lettuce wraps (make sure to ask for vegan so they can sub the non-vegan sauce). The only con was that the restaurant itself was small and can only take a few parties at a time. We got lucky and took the 6 remaining seats at the bar, but be prepared to wait if you're a bigger party. That said, the staff and bartender were very nice and service time was fairly normal. Would recommend!

I would say this restaurant is about in line with your expectations. The spaghetti was really…read morewatery and bland, but we did enjoy the salad. Food comes out pretty quickly, but there are definitely better spots in Banff.

Came here for a group pizza party. This pizzeria is inside the Banff Inn although it doesn't have…read morethe feel of a hotel restaurant, rather just like a casual and homey small pizzeria. tried the cheese, vegetarian and pepperoni pizzas. The pepperoni is interesting in that it's chopped up and buried with the cheese so by appearance you'd think it's just a cheese one. The crust is quite thick, good if you are hungry as two slices will fill you up. Taste is not bad especially the vegetarian one but overall not my favorite as I prefer thin crust and this is way too thick.

That was one tasty Sub People don't understand how important…read morethe bread is when making a sandwich. All the stuff in the middle gets all the hype but if you have the wrong bread, it can go all to hell. I've only gotten sandwiches from here and considering that it's more known as a pizza place perhaps I'm missing out Cause the sandwiches are fantastic.

You know what I wish I did? Take pictures of the food. It was cold and I forgot…read more After an hour half to two hour drive from Calgary, I wanted something to eat. Thing is we arrived pretty late. Close to midnight. Me and my daughter walked to town, about 5-10 minutes away from our hotel. A few places were still open, which was nice. After checking out a few places, we decided to check out Aardvark. Location - It's in the town of Banff. It's right off of the main street. Walkable from a lot of the hotels in the area. Food - The food is good. It was freshly made. We got one pepperoni, one cheese, and poutine. The pizza had enough grease, but it's not greasy. The dough was cooked properly. It was crispy outside and chewey inside. The flavor on the pizza and poutine was good. I did not get food poisoning. Service/Staff - Good service. Orders were taken promptly and food came out on a timely manner. Staff were friendly. Vibe - The place had a fun and bright vibe. Pizza by the slice was on display. There's not really a place to sit. It's pretty much a "come in and grab" type of place. It was cool. People were still coming in to buy slices. Would I go back? Yes, I would. It's specially nice that they are open super late. I hope they stay the same.

One of the best pizzas I've ever had, and yes I've had NYC and New Haven CT pizza. The pepperoni…read morewith garlic was to die for. Unlike Lupo they don't hate little dogs.

Had to wait 50 min and were seated at the bar. The chef is renowned. All pizzas are the same 12"…read moresize. Margherita Pizza Added pork sausage (guanciale) and in hindsight, a grave error because it made the middle too soggy and the intensity of the guanciale overwhelmed the more subtle basil and red sauce flavors. I also wasn't impressed by the dough. I mean good, not great. Tuna crudo Salty and tangy. A distinct exercise in contrast to the rest of the menu. Nice presentation. Caesar Salad Pangrattato, reggiano, anchovy, pork guanciale. In my opinion, the star of the show. Looks incredible and savory but the dressing is actually on the light side. The Parmesan crisps and anchovy strips take this to another level. Salami & Artichoke Pizza Too salty, and not enough artichoke representation. Fun lively vibe and good selection of local drinks. I would try a different pizza next time. That's all.

Banff Ave Brewing Co is on the south side of town close to the bridge, and it's easy to miss among…read moreall the other exciting restaurants and bars on Banff Ave. But I'm so glad we found it on our wanderings on a cold Friday afternoon, as it provided a warm and welcoming environment for us to thaw and socialize indoors. Our server was very friendly albeit a bit frazzled, but the vibes were great all around. One of the best things about Banff Ave Brewing is that all appetizers are half off on Fridays (at least during happy hour)! They also have a nice selection of beers. Their flights are neat in that they offer 6 options instead of the more typical 4, so you can try everything you want to try. We had the nachos, poutine, and several beers. The poutine was a bit salty but the nachos were excellent, definitely get the beer cheese sauce as an add-on. I also got to try a special dragonfruit kolsch they had on tap, which was really mild and easy drinking as well. I'll definitely be back when I'm in Banff again!

After our walk and picture taking along the Bow Falls Trail....we meandered over to the Banff Ave…read moreBrewing. Found the stairs to the 2nd floor and got lucky with the outdoor patio seating! The day was perfect for outdoor dining and people/traffic watching on a Sunday afternoon. The beers were cold and refreshing! The Elk Burgers were juicy, tender and delicious! Highly recommend! I enjoyed just sitting there and watching the world go by and soaking up the mountain vibes while sipping my Hazy IPA. Our server was friendly and on top of things... Making sure we had refills as we wanted and that our waters were filled too cuz the Mountains tend to dry you out. Especially when drinking alcohol. Ha!