Wildfire Grill
(http://www.bestofbanff.co...) 600 banff av., tel: +1 403 762-4581. great food, reasonable prices, attentive staff, and fantastic mountain views.
Magpie and Stump
(http://www.taximike.com/m...). a mexican restaurant that specializes in margaritas and typical mexican dishes. there is usually at least one night per week where margaritaâs are half-price and if you go in early you are almost guaranteed to leave late.
Balkan Restaurant
(http://www.banffbalkan.ca/). 120 banff avenue, tel: +1403 762-3454. the balkan restaurant first fired up its grill on banff avenue in 1982. the restaurant was the creation of greek families out of their element in the cold canadian rockies who wished to bring the authentic flavors and warm festive atmosphere of the mediterranean to this high mountain town. 25 years later they're still at it with authentic greek cuisine. be sure to check out their tuesday and thursday night "greek night" with live belly dancing, greek dancing and plate smashing.
The Maple Leaf
(http://www.banffmapleleaf.com/). a four-diamond restaurant, caters to an elite crowd with impressive wine selections and pricey entrees.
The Meatball Pizza & Pasta
(http://www.bestofbanff.co...) 337 banff av., tel: +1 403 762-3667. located at the banff ptarmigan inn, the meatball offers a menu featuring delicious italian influences.
The Keg Steakhouse and Lounge
(http://www.bestofbanff.co...) two locations; 521 banff av. at the banff caribou lodge and 117 banff av, tel+1 403 762-4442, or +1 403 760-3030. great steaks, a casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are the proud and reliable trademarks of the keg steakhouse and lounge.
Grizzly House
(http://www.banffgrizzlyho...). a must-see, this was once a swinger's bar this unique shaped restaurant right downtown has telephones at every table with placemats that serve as a map so you can call tables to chat through your dinner. it is a laid-back, fun atmosphere and the food does not disappoint. a typical meal may consist of a caesar salad to start, then a cheese fondue served with freshly steamed veggies and mouth-watering bread for dipping. the second course is where things get exciting; opt for the 'hot-rock' style of fondue. rocks are brought to the table and heated to a whopping 300 degrees. each rock gets its own pot of garlic butter smeared on, first by your server and then by you; each person receives a customized plate of raw fish, chicken, bison, frog legs, aaa-beef, shark, snake...whatever you wish, or dare, to try. accompanying the exotic mix of possibilities are dipping sauces like chipotle and teriyaki.
Nesters Market
For those that need a supermarket instead of a restaurant, Nesters has a great range of organic products.
Saltlik Steakhouse
Features unique cocktails and a varied wine menu downstairs and a full on steakhouse upstairs.
Banff is an exciting place to visit on all fronts, and the palate is not excluded. There are pubs, fast-food, fine dining, steakhouses It is Alberta!!, traditional fare from around the world, candy shops and more.
Banff can be an expensive place to dine as tourism is always high.