The happy hour was good, food was good for the happy hour pricing. we enjoyed the covered dog friendly patio.

We just visited on our afternoon in downtown Banff. We had some flights of beer, but we didn't come hungry...so we didn't sample the food. We had good service and yummy beer! read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - The brews... - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

Pleasant brewery right in downtown banff! Lots of seating both inside and outside. Great beer and drink options with great service. read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

Loved this restaurant, it came highly recommended from some others we went morning hiking with at Moraine Lake. The atmosphere is really modern and woodsy fitting right in with the scope of downtown Banff and its much more upscale than it seems. There are two floors and the top floor has a patio overlooking downtown which is where we sat and I highly recommend so you can enjoy fresh air and people watch. Our service was attentive and friendly and she kept our water and drinks filled. We ordered a beer flight and that was awesome, the only thing was figuring out which beer was what was kind of confusing, especially if you are tired after a long hike... haha! They also serve cocktails and wine. Crispy fried wings were soooo incredibly good! There were juicy, cripsy, and filling with a ton of flavor, I ordered ranch to dip them in! We split the confit ahi tuna melt - it was toasty on the outside bread with a cheesy fresh tuna center. I am glad we split the sandwich since it was quite filling. We subbed the fries for their caesar salad and the house made croutons really made it pop. They offer a happy hour with select menu items! read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Crispy Fried Wings Honey soy glaze - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

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My husband and I fell asleep and woke up late STARVING. This was one of the only spots still serving food at 9:30PM so we walked in and didn't even care what they had. What a treat though! The place is really cool, huge ceilings with amazing decor and a huge bar sitting in the middle of the location. It's a beautiful spot. We sat at the bar and had some of the best service we had all week. Drinks were quick and the cocktails were fantastic. We ended up with a pizza and woah it was great. We're not usually pizza people when we're traveling but I'm glad we got it here - awesome dough and great quality toppings. They were so quick we were able to get in and out before closing so we didn't feel bad haha! Fantastic experience I would highly recommend. read more

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Off the start people are very friendly who actually enjoys servicing and are very PATIENT. These days it's hard to get to a restaurant where if the menu is overwhelming they have no patience. Loved the service here and will def come back for sure.FORREST is amazing server read more

When I saw Buffalo ribs with pomegranate glaze on Three Bears menu, I immediately knew I wanted to dine there and order them. They're listed as a starter and the dish is supposed to include four ribs, though somehow luckily I received five. The meat was fall off the bone tender and the pomegranate glaze was so flavorful and delicious. On rare occasion, you might be lucky enough to enjoy a dish that you will likely remember forever & this was that dish. I could eat this again and again. I also ordered the Three Bears salad which is supposed to come with fennel, however this was missing & I was really looking forward to having in the salad. Also, the kale wasn't massaged so it was a bit tough. Unfortunately this is what dropped my five-star review to 4. However, the Gouda and the pecans added amazing flavor to the salad. Hubs ordered the steak lettuce wraps. This was also delicious and the steak was so tender and flavorful. Our server Will was amazing. Also service was relatively quick, especially considering how busy they were. So next time you're in Banff, go to Three Bears and definitely order the Buffalo Ribs. read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Buffalo ribs with pomegranate & sumac - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

Upscale looking restaurant / brewery one block off the main street in Banff. The inside of the restaurant looks very nice, and service was decent. The food was just ok though- my wife and I both had the Tuna melt and it was OK but a little off. The kids both had Pizza and thought it was OK, but liked Pizzeria Sophia down the street better. We also had the Shrimp Bao, which was probably the best part of the meal. I'll probably come back and give the place a try for happy hour, but maybe skip the dining. read more

Great service, very friendly, attentive, fast and detailed bartenders. We sat at the bar and everyone we saw worked very well together and all helped us. I got the Nashville hot burger- it is not spicy at all but great fried chicken. The waffle fries were our favorite, crunchy and perfectly fried. The bison ribs were good and braised in a sweet sauce. If you don't mind sweetness, it was great. My hubby was okay on it bc the sauce is quite sweet. We did not order drinks, but they looked amazing and well crafted. Would def come here if ever we're in the area again. read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Nashville hot chicken - not spicy at all but good - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

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As soon as you walk in you are greeted by someone and wait to be seated. The ambiance and flow of this place is very dainty and such a bright space, love all the plants and just an inviting place to have a meal. We had to wait for 20 min during lunch hour but wasn't bad. We were walked upstairs and love their system on their walkie-talkies to let the host upstairs waiting for you and get's you seated. The waitress we had was very nice and upbeat she was sweet, she gave us a few minutes to choose our drinks and food. Their selection of food is Great for sharing. The wings we had were some of the best we've had. The pizza dough was out of this world soft and fresh and they have a different method to their pizza but it was a solid 10/10. I had their 3 bear salad and it was delicious, lots flavor and crunch can be shared as well. Everything we had was delicious and would love to try other things soon. They have a bar area that you can sit at and enjoy a drink and they have TV's to watch local sports and just hang. It's a family place, hang with friends and overall ambiance was very inviting. Loved it! read more

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Had a reservation which helped a lot as we came on a Monday and although it's a big place it was very busy. My wife had the salmon and loved it, I had the beef tenderloin and was was very good. I especially like the cheese curd mash with onion, excellent. The pizzas also looked very good, may have to try it next time. read more

Our server Doug was great! Food was delicious. Sitting upstairs was perfect because it was quieter than downstairs

We came to three bears for a birthday and it didn't disappoint. We ordered a kale pizza and wings. The wings were tasty and the pizza was crispy. read more

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Pros: Good location in downtown Banff Service was friendly and smooth They have their own distillery and are owned by same parent company as Park Distillery Ample seating upstairs for larger groups Chicken wings cooked perfectly - nice and crispy Cons: The pizzas were overdone so the crusts were hard Menu is pretty basic - pizzas, salads, sandwiches Pro tip: They sell cute T-shirts if you want an unique souvenir from Banff read more

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We had to make a reservation since every time we tried to do a walk-in they were too busy. We were sat on the upper floor and enjoyed the views. Service and beers were good. They offer flights, so you can try more than one beer. Great place to meetup and have a good time. read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Beer tasting - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

This was one of our favorite dinners while in Banff! The loaded cheese fries were amazing and a huge portion -- a meal on their own. We also loved trying the elk sausage on the white pizza. But our favorite thing was the kale salad. It just hit the spot. I will also give a special shout out to the service. Everyone was so nice. And when I came back to buy a shirt the next day and they were closed for a private party they still helped me out. read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Flight - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

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Had a great evening at Three Bears in Banff. We tried five different cocktails throughout the night, all of which were really tasty, and finished off with an espresso martini as a dessert-style treat. During dinner, we shared a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc that paired nicely with the food. For starters, we had chicken wings and wraps. The wings were a bit much in portion but flavorful. For mains, we had the salmon and the chicken burger, both were well prepared and hit the spot. The service was good, and the overall vibe of the place made it a fun night out. Next time, we'll definitely try their beers, since that's what they're really known for. Looking forward to going back! read more

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Service was amazing! Everyone there seemed to be working at a quick pace, and genuine with their check-ins. Beers were delicious and their IPA was refreshing, and surprisingly not bitter! Appetizer was good but the double burger was amazing. The best bite?? I'd say were the crinkle cut fries. Amazing experience! read more

We sat at the upstairs bar. It had a really nice vibe and kind bartender even though he was busy busy busy! The food was great and happy hour menu was small but mighty. The Mac and cheese was devine. We also got the steak lettuce wraps. The steak was pretty tough to eat in the wrap but still very tasty overall. Will be back again. read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Mac and cheese - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

Super dog friendly patio! We had a great time and our waiter was so nice to our dog, the restaurant even has a dog menu! I loved the mini fire pits on each table, it was a nice touch on a March afternoon when it was just barely warm enough to comfortably eat outside. My margarita pizza was delicious and the perfect size, their crust is amazing and it talks about the dough making process on their menu. I also really enjoyed the Canadian cider I tried. Great spot in Banff!! read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

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I really wish my review was as high as the other ones. We usually make this a must when we come to Banff. This last time we were disappointed with the food. Service and ambiance are great, really bright and beautiful. Staff were great and funny, seated us and took care of our stroller. The bad: food and fruit flies. We ordered the tuna tostada and it just isn't good. It's almost a traditional tuna tostada with cheap Asian bag salad thrown on top (the kind you buy at the grocery store for $3) but end up paying $20+. The French onion soup was mediocre. But the worst of all was the swarming of fruit flies landing on our food. They were everywhere, I spent most of our time swatting and killing them with our napkins. Sadly, won't we back on our next visit. I'd stick to strictly cocktails at the bar. read more

Went in for a quick drink and decided to try the bison ribs. The ribs were tender and very flavorful. The staff was nice and the restaurant had live music. Would go back for drinks and to try more food read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Bison ribs - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

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Food was very good and came out very quickly. Great selection of beers with some seasonal selections. Waiter was attentive and top notch.

It was a decent snow storm. We sat on the patio. I had the elk and kale pizza, wife had the mushroom pizza. Had some good pints. Both food and drink were great. It was our 8month olds first piece of pizza, she loved it. The patio was set up with little fireplaces and blankets. The patio is semi covered. Service was great. Very nice servers. Looking forward to coming back. read more

Good vibes and quick service! The mac and cheese was very interesting and the shallots?green onions? Added as a garnish was an amazing touch The elk and kale pizza was great, would recommend the spicy mayo dipping sauce One nitpick - the cheese/toppings were not evenly spread across the pie but other than that it was great I was never a pilsner guy but their pilsner was solid! read more

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Word on my street is this was the best brewery in Banff, so you know ya girl wasn't about to miss it. Really cute vibe and bartender that was just nice enough. He explained the beers in depth to every patron and could gauge pretty well who wanted to chat and who didn't. Pretty perfect! I had their beer flight which came with six 5oz pours for $25.00. I then opted to add their special tea-infused beer, as well, for a few extra bucks. PINERY PILSNER (4.9%), WISHING TREE IPA (6%), HAPPY TRAILS PALE ALE (5.0%), KENTUCKY COMMON ALE (5.2%) were all solid options in the flight. The Lemon Shandy (3.5%) was above average! The seasonal Peach Ale (4.5%) was so juicy yet so clean clocking in at such a low abv. Undoubtedly the best of the bunch as the Peach & Mango infused version of the Wishing Tree IPA. 6% hitter, same as the regular version, but the infusion is just so cool and adds a nice little oomph if you're into fruity vibes. And I sure am. So glad I popped into Three Bears and highly recommended! read more

Banff (the town) itself sucks, but this brewery and restaurant in downtown Banff is a sweet hideaway from the commercialized chaos of the wannabe mountain town. Happy hour was an especially sweet surprise which occurs daily from 3-5pm. Pints were $6.75 each and selection was in the many. We had a couple of pints and added on a burger, mac, and a pizza. Solid prices, but aside from the mac served in a cast iron pan, the other items did seem to be reheated. Service was unsurpassed, however, and the live music downstairs made for all the pleasant vibes. We sat on the second level mostly covered patio where it was a bit hot, but the pleasant tunes and service, and exceptional HH prices did make up for it. read more

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Great place for casual dining! We tried a few things (below). Pizzas were delicious and loved their Three Bears Salad too! Chicharrones French Onion Soup Three Bears Salad Elk and Kale Pizza Pepperoni and Chili Crisp Pizza It can get pretty packed so would definitely make a reservation if you can. Also, they do offer free Wi-Fi. read more

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I came here to meet some friends for happy hour. After my first drink, I decided to just eat there for dinner and I'm glad I did! The French Onion Soup was superb. I'm a sucker for it and I'll order it anytime it's on the menu. There's just something about that savory broth mixed with tender onions, flavorful croutons, and topped with melted cheese that sings to me. The star of the show however was The Boss Beef Ribeye. I wonder if it's named after the famed grizzly that lives in these parts. It was 18 ounces of Alberta Beef. I've had my fair share of steaks during my life and I'll admit, beef from Alberta (I've had it 3 times during this trip) is some of the best tasting beef I've ever had. It's very flavorful, very rich and intense... not like any I've had from the United States. Even the steak I bought at the grocery store had the same flavor profile. It was cooked perfectly and I devoured it like a wild carnivore. The Cheesy Waffle Fries were actually a surprise. I didn't know that's what came with the steak but probably because I was distracted talking to my friends. The fries were crispy and drizzled with gooey cheese. The sauteed onions on top were a nice touch and added a slight sweetness to it. The portion was probably enough to feed four people. Of course I didn't eat it all but I ate what I could. Banff is known for a lot of excellent restaurants. I wasn't here enough to try them all but I'm going to make it a tradition to come here every year. I recommend this place! read more

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This was a recommendation from a local friend and it's worth the stop. Sitting at the bar, I was grabbing lunch and a beer. There are several options on tap, and I tried the Amber. Good flavor and it was cold. The service was quick and friendly at the bar. I went with the fish and chips. It was very good. I would stop by again when I make it back. Give them a try, enjoy! read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

3 Bears Brewery is a nice family establishment. If you're in the mood for pizza while in Banff, head here! It is clean, the staff is friendly, and the food is good! What more do you need? We had a reservation but there were plenty of open tables. We ordered the pork rinds app and a pizza which was plenty for two. However, my husband's sweet tooth kicked in and we got the chocolate cheesecake recommended by our waiter. Skip that, it was dry and not very flavorful. We regretting getting it. read more

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My friends and I had dinner here one night--the service was phenomenal. Both our server and even the bartender took great care of us. They were attentive and helpful with our questions about drinks and the food menu. The inside of the restaurant had a cabin-feel, with the addition of the brewery equipment, it felt cozy and alive at the same time. My wife and I decided to split our dinner with one another. We ended up ordering a pepperoni pizza with sides of ranch to dip in, and an order of Macaroni and Cheese with Elk. SOOO GOOOOD. The pizza had a great balance of softness and crisp. And the Mac n cheese was very flavorful, which isn't always the case. The elk provided some additional delicious flavors. We left the restaurant super full, but it was well worth it. The pizza is definitely big enough to share. I did have a beer in my time there, as anyone should. Go with the flight!! Gives you a little taste of everything. Well-worth it. We're definitely coming back to this place whenever we come back. Loved it!! read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Pepperoni Pizza with ranch dip - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

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Service was great and they have a big outdoor patio & can open the doors to sit close to outside. Beer was good but only 1 sour option. A little pricey but the pizza was great! read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Beer flight - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

We came here for happy hour after hiking at Lake Moraine and the food was amazing! My favorite was the bison ribs! It was drenched in this pomegranate bbq sauce that was out of this world delicious! Our waiter recommend us getting an order of the bread to dip and soak in the remaining sauce and it was such a big mood. The service was great and our waiter (blonde guy with big biceps) was very attentive and friendly. The beer was also refreshing and tasty. I got their infusion beer but also had a taste of their peach ale and it was delicious as well. Overall, highly recommend this place and tip: get a reservation if possible since it can get pretty crowded. read more

An absolute gem in Banff! I went in not expecting much honestly since it's a casual/bar sort of restaurant. But the service was super friendly and welcoming from the start, which is always a great sign! The kicker though... that elk and kale pizza. The pizza in general, I thought the dough making process they had seemed like hot air. No sir, the dough was absolutely DELICIOUS. I feel a bit bad eating elk but they really pack it on and it is tastyyyy. Also really loved their peach ale on tap to accompany. It was just a fantastic pairing. So happy our first meal in Banff was here! It'll be hard to top though. read more

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant - Brewpubs Near Me - Banff, Alberta

Friendly service, nice and open dining room with patio seating as well. It's a little limited to find parking so you might need to walk to get here. Started off with cocktails, had the red velvet sour and the kaffir lime drink. I really enjoyed the red velvet, very sweet and refreshing. The lime drink was super sour for me. Food was OK, probably would try their pizza next time. The wings were crispy and had a nice tangy mild sauce but they were pretty small not much meat. The bison ribs were highly recommended but the glaze they use is so sweet. The fish and chips were heavily battered and the chips were dry. read more

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We stopped in Saturday around 11 am. It was not crowded at all and we had a choice of seating. By the time we left the place was packed! Our waitress was wonderful. There was a great selection of food and drinks to choose from. We decided to split some appetizers. They were all so delicious!! We can't wait to come back to town and enjoy another meal here. Would definitely recommend. read more

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We came here on a Saturday afternoon for a late lunch. We had a bit of a wait but luckily they take your number and text when your table is ready. I think it was about 20-25 minutes. I had the ahi tuna sandwich and the Pilsner. Both were solid. My friends said the same - good beer, solid food. Nothing special about the food but a solid choice and good beer. We sat outside which was a little cramped in our corner but was nice to sit outside. Service was average. I didn't like that we didn't see our receipt before paying and it feels like we were overcharged a bit from the menu prices but hard to know when they didn't show you the receipt first. I'd come back for the beer and snacks but would try other places before doing another meal. read more

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Pretty cool place with good vibes and friendly staff. The pizza was a bit greasy but everything else about the experience was good. Fried chicken sandwich was really good. They had an interesting herbal tea type of beer, which was unlike anything I ever tasted and I'm glad I tried it. We'd heard a lot about Bear St. Tavern, so if you're looking for pizza, perhaps that might be a better spot considering this one was a bit greasy and didn't seem all that special. Overall though recommend if you want some decent bites, positive vibes, and good beer. read more

Casual brewery which has live music on the weekends. Came here on Saturday for a late lunch and they had happy hour going on. Indoor and outdoor seating available (the latter having fire pits blazing). We split a pepperoni pizza, shrimp baos, and the mac and cheese (all of which were on the happy hour menu). Two single occupant restrooms available in the back. The food was solid and the vibes were chill. They had a lot TVs showing hockey games around the restaurant so sports fans can stay entertained. Credit cards accepted. Parking in front is hard so I suggest parking on the outskirts of downtown and walking or taking public transport. read more

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