The Best Western Meal I've Had in Banff 🇨🇦🍴

🍽️ Three Bears Brewery & Restaurant 🚩 205 Bear St, Banff, AB T1L 1A1 Always packed on weekends—make a reservation or dine off-peak! The ambiance is cozy 😌, but we sat outside with our pup 🐶. Outdoor seating isn’t too cold thanks to tabletop heaters 🔥, and you can ask for blankets. Totally manageable! 1️⃣ Million Dollar Beef Tenderloin Smoked bacon-wrapped Alberta Angus beef 🐮 🥓 Crispy, high-heat-seared bacon fat permeates the tenderloin, creating a "crust + umami" combo—though it might overshadow the beef’s natural flavor (opt for medium-rare to avoid richness overload). 🐮 The Alberta Angus is beautifully marbled, tender with a hint of buttery sweetness—a lovely contrast to the bacon’s smokiness. 🧅 The "million-dollar" onion sauce (reduced with port wine/balsamic) adds sweet-depth with a tangy kick, cutting through the bacon’s heaviness. 🧀 Cheese curd mashed potatoes 🥔: The curds’ slight tang + creamy mash create bursts of melty goodness when bitten. 2️⃣ Three Bears Double Burger Juicy, well-seared patty with pronounced beefy richness 🍔. The house sauce (more complex than standard burger sauce) balances the fat, while melted cheese adds salty creaminess (mild dairy notes). Fresh lettuce, pickles, and onions add crunch and brightness—the pickles’ acidity is especially refreshing. Waffle fries 🍟: Crispy exterior, fluffy inside! #Banff #BanffTown #BanffTravel #BanffFood #YYCWeekend #BanffDining #BanffTips #FoodieGuide