Banff Foodie Guide | Best Eats in Town – From Ramen to Elk Burgers
📍 Why Trust This List? Curated by a local Banff expert, this covers high-value picks ($$) to splurge-worthy meals ($$$), spanning Chinese, Japanese, Canadian, and vegan gems—all within walking distance of downtown! 🍽️ Top Restaurants (Ranked by Cuisine) 🇨🇳 Chinese: Silver Dragon Restaurant ✔ Comfort Classics: Kung Pao chicken, hot pot, family-style dishes. ✔ Location: 109 Spray Ave (near Banff Springs Hotel). 💰 $25–40/pp. 🇯🇵 Japanese: Ramen Arashi ✔ Slurp-Worthy: Spicy “Hell Ramen”, tonkotsu broth, $18 lunch specials. 📍 215 Banff Ave (2nd floor). 🇰🇷 Korean: Seoul Country ✔ Authentic: Bibimbap, army stew, BBQ combos. 📍 229 Bear St. 🇨🇦 Canadian: The Maple Leaf ✔ Local Legend: Alberta beef steak, bison short ribs, wild game platter. 💰 $50–80/pp. 🍖 BBQ + Booze: Park Distillery ✔ Smoky Stars: House-smoked salmon, whisky-glazed ribs, craft gin flights. 📍 219 Banff Ave. ☕ Brunch: Tooloulou’s ✔ Cajun Twist: Crab cake Benedict, beignets, huge portions. 📍 204 Caribou St. 🍣 Quick Japanese: Chaya ✔ Budget Bites: Curry rice, udon, $12 bento boxes. 📍 118 Banff Ave. 🇮🇳 Indian: Masala ✔ Fiery Flavors: Butter chicken, garlic naan, lamb vindaloo. 📍 229 Bear St. 🌱 Vegan: Nourish Bistro ✔ Instagrammable: Rainbow salad, jackfruit “pulled pork”, matcha cheesecake. 📍 211 Bear St. 🍔 Burgers: Eddie Burger ✔ Juicy AF: Elk burger, truffle fries, local craft beer. 📍 137 Banff Ave. 🍻 Brewpub: Three Bears ✔ Hoppy + Cozy: IPA-battered fish, pretzel fondue, date-night vibes. 📍 205 Bear St. ✨ Pro Tips ✔ Book Ahead: Maple Leaf, Park Distillery = weeks in advance. ✔ Cheap Eats: Chaya, Ramen Arashi, Eddie Burger. ✔ Views + Food: Sky Bistro (gondola-accessible) for sunset dinners. #BanffEats #RockiesFoodie #NoSadMeals
