Fine Dining in Canmore
familly, friends and tastebuds!
Canmore is the place to be for great outdoor fun. The fact is, you'll also be able to enjoy some fine dining during your stay. Don't forget, you will spend the day skiing, hiking, climbing, cycling or sightseeing on the neighbouring mountains and this will surely build up your appetite.
An interesting fact is that Canmore has the most restaurants per person thant anywhere else in North America. Isn't that good news!?!
There are plenty of wonderful restaurants boasting fine foods and tastebud tantalizing cuisines in a quiet, relaxing athmosphere. You can opt for fine dining (several gourmet restaurants have been acclaimed in fine food and wine publications) or you can choose to hang out in a more laid back, economical and familly oriented eatery. Of course, this is excluding all the fast food joints options for those on the go.
As expected, a village that welcomes tourists from around the world offers such meals as Swiss gourmet, Austrian schnitzel, Bavarian dumpling soup and bratwurst, classic French cuisine and Italian as well as western favourites "à la" cowboys and cowgirls. You can also enjoy delights such as Spanish and Portuguese cuisines, Japanese Sushi and Chinese ginger beef.
Don't be fooled by the "average looking exteriors" of some restaurants - THEY HAVE MENUS THAT CAN BLOW YOUR SOCKS OFF! Others, such as fancy inns and hotels, have the type of cuisine you have come to expect from such establishments.
In short, Canmore has a restaurant for everyone - we are sure you will discover your favorite. Use the list below as a starting point in choosing your dining pleasure.
This list only includes local Canmore restarants. There are many more to discover in Kananaskis Village, the town of Banff and even Calgary if you are willing to explore a bit farther.
This list is in no specific order and all prices are in Canadian currency, not official and subject to change.
Bon appétit
Restaurant and eatery |
Description |
Prices and accepted payment |
Vic's Steakhouse & Bar
511 Bow Valley Trail
in the Radisson Hotel
tel: (403) 609-5441
email
Serve: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Reservations: no
Dress code: smart/casual |
- Canmore's only steackhouse
-
Fine canadian wines (47 of them)
- tender canadian Angus beef
- offering a variety of steaks, seafood, chicken and vegetarian dishes
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breakfast and lunch:
$6 to $12
Entrées:
$18 to $45
wines:
$6 to $9 (glass)
$24 - $135
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Quarry Bistro & Wine Bar
718 Main Street
tel: (403) 678-6088
Serve: brunch, lunch, dinner
Reservations: yes
Dress code: casual |
- classic French and Italien Provincial cuisine
- local ingredients
- menus change with seasons to showcase dishes with flavour and freshness
- 20 international wines (served by the glass)
- great service
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Lunch & Brunch:
$6 - $12
Dinner Entrées:
$14 - $28
Wines:
$26 - $100
Amex, M/C, Visa |
French Quarter Café
#4, 102 Boulder Crescent
tel: (403) 678-3612
email
Serve: breakfast & lunch
Reservations: no
Dress code: smart/casual |
- cajun and creole specialties
- open kitchen with entertainment from chef Raso
-
use only the freshest, and finest ingredients available
- cooking classes every second Tuesday
- special live jazz nights
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Appetizers:
$5 - $9
Entrées:
$6 - $24
Wines:
$17 - $55
Interac, Amex, M/C, Visa |
Harvest Fresh Market Café
718 - 10 Street
tel: (403) 678-3747
Serve: breakfast & lunch
Reservations: no
Dress code: casual |
- specializing in homemade baked goods, grilled sandwiches, soups and quiches.
- great coffee and espresso
- great for quick breakfast and lunch (take out also) |
Appetizers:
$3 - $5
Entrées:
$4 - $9
Interac, M/C, Visa
|
Peking Ginger
1702 Bow Valley Trail
tel: (403) 678-3365
email
Serve: lunch and dinner
Reservations: yes
Dress code: casual |
- authentic Chinese cuisine
- specialties: chicken, ginger beef, salt and pepper seafood, Mu Hu pork
- variety of vegetable and tofu dishes and rice entrees
- free delivery on orders $30+
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All-you-can-eat buffet ($9) Mon-Fri: 11 pm - 2 pm
Sat-Sun: 12 pm - 10 pm.
Entrées:
$9 to $16.
Wines:
$4.75 by the glass
$20 to $30 by the bottle
Interac, Amex, M/C, Visa |
Chef's Studio Japan
#108, 709 Main Street
tel: (403) 609-8383
Serve: dinner 7 days/week
Reservations: yes
Dress code: casual |
- One of Canmore's favorite speciality restaurants
- bistro-style restaurant
- Sushi bar
- menu featuring Sushi, Sashimi, Tempura, Sukiyaki and Hot Pots
- serve large platters featuring all their favourite dishes
- delivery and takeout available
|
Appetizers:
$4 - $12
Entrées:
$9 - $25
Wines:
$20 - $30
Interac, Diner's Club, Japan Credi, Amex, M/C, Visa |
Valbella Deli & Café
104B Elk Run Blvd
tel: (403) 678-3637
email
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- local favorite for soup and sandwich or cappucino and pastry
- valbella meats, sausages and specialty cheeses
-
heat and eat entrées like meat pies, veal cordon bleu, stuffed chicken, BBQ ribs, meat skewers, schnitzels, lasagna and marinated salmon
- specialty sauces
- fresh bread and pastries made daily in their own European-style bakery
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Visit their website for a list of prices
Interac, Amex, M/C, Visa |
Craig's Way Station Restaurant
1727 Mountain Ave
tel: (403) 678-2656
Also in Banff:
461 Banff Ave
Serve: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Reservations: no
Dress code: casual |
- good food, good portions, great price
- Western flavour at its best!
- chicken, steaks, pastas, burgers, salads and sandwiches
- breakfast served all day
- smaller protions available for children
|
Appetizers:
$4 - $8
Entrées:
$7 - $15
Wines:
$4 - $15 (glass)
Interac, Amex, M/C, Visa |
Renzo's Restaurant
#1 SilverTip Trail
tel: (403) 609-4422
In the Four Points Sheraton
Serve: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Reservations: yes
Dress code: smart/casual |
- superb international cuisine
- specialties lke escargots, garlic prawn risotto
- extensive wine list
- featuring Wolf Blass by the glass
- "Dining without borders."
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Appetizers:
$7 - $12
Entrées:
$16 - $26
Wines:
$29 - $150
Interac, Diners Club, Japanese Credit, Amex, M/C, Visa |
Chez François Restaurant and Wine Bar
1602 Bow Valley Trail
tel: (403) 609-4422
Serve: breakfast (till 2 pm), lunch, dinner
Reservations: recommended
Dress code: casual |
- one of the most popular restaurants in Canmore
-
Classic French cuisine
- AAA Alberta beef
- rack of lamb, orange-braised duck, gourmet pastas and fresh fish
- four and six course "table d'hôte" (very popular)
- extensive wine list and great wine bar
|
Appetizers:
$8 - $11
Entrées:
$17 - $32
Wines:
$26 - $120
Interac, Diners Club, Amex, M/C, Visa |
Bleu House Café
637 Main Street
tel: (403) 678-6220
Serve: lunch, dinner
Reservations: yes
Dress code: casual |
- veranda style setting
- contemporary casual/fine dining
- specializing in seafood and Latin American cuisine
- dishes like Arroz Con Mariscos, Bandeja Colombiana and Mariscada (seafood extravaganza)
- live background flamenco music
|
Appetizers:
$7 - $13
Entrées:
$15 - $33
Wines:
$28 - $79
$6 (glass)
Interac, Amex, M/C, Visa |
Tapas Restaurant
633 - 10 Street
tel: (403) 609-0583
Serve (summer): breakfast, lunch, dinner
Serve (winter): dinner only
Reservations: recommended
Dress code: casual |
- Canmore's newest "Old House" restaurant
- Spanish and Portuguese cuisine
- specializing in Tapas
- wines, ales, sherries and ports
|
Appetizers:
$6 - $15
Entrées:
$15 - $22
Wines:
$31 - $158
$7 (glass)
Interac, Amex, M/C, Visa |
Sunfood Café
107 - 743 Railway Ave
tel: (403) 609-2613
Also in Banff:
215 Banff Ave
Serve: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Reservations: yes
Dress code: casual |
- Vegetarian cuisine bursting with flavour
-
floor to ceiling fireplace
- heated indoor parking
|
Appetizers:
$4
Entrées:
$9 - $17
Wines:
$23 - $32
%5 - $8 (glass)
Interac, M/C, Visa |
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