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Waldhaus Restaurant, Banff, AB

Waldhaus Restaurant

4.6 (1137)
CAN$51 and over
German
405 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB T1L1J4

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Overlooking the confluence of Spray and Bow Rivers, The Waldhaus. our "House in the Forest" is a retreat for those seeking solace from Banff's bustle. What began as the Clubhouse for the renowned Stanley Thompson Golf Course has transformed into a sanctuary of Mountain gastronomy. In the dining room above, rich timber and a majestic hearth narrate the epic tales of bygone explorations. Meanwhile, the Bierhalle below is where history and merriment collide, offering a spirited space for companionship, games, and the shared joy of storied adventures.

Please note:
- The Waldhaus is designated as a historical building and such has stairs to access all areas.
- The Bierhalle and Billardhalle only take limited reservations, otherwise operating on a first-come, first-served basis
- Regrettably the Waldhaus does not take reservations for its patio due to the unpredictability of mountain weather however, we will do our best to accommodate patio requests on a per case basis.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    German, Swiss, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (403) 762-6860
  • Website
    https://www.banff-springs-hotel.com/dine/waldhaus-restaurant/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Atticus Garant
  • Private party facilities
    Whether a small celebration with family and friends or a larger occasion, the Waldhaus Restaurant is the perfect spot away from it all. Let us help you create the perfect event for you and your guests to enjoy. Private dining
  • Private party contact
    Food & Beverage Sales: (403) 762-6860
  • Location
    405 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB T1L1J4
  • Neighborhood
    Banff
  • Cross street
    1 - River Avenue | Parking located just past Bow Falls Parking Lot
  • Parking details
    The hotel's parking is located beside the Convention Center. It is a three-level roofed parkade with 415 parking spaces. Self-Parking Per hour = $15 per hour Self-parking per day = $50 Valet = $49 per day
  • Public transit
    Roam Transit provided by the town of Banff runs approximately every 40 minutes to and from Town to the Fairmont Banff Springs. Enter through the Hotel's main doors proceeding down the hall past the Fairmont Spa and out the doors to your right. Continue down the pathway to the stairs on your left which will take you down to the Waldhaus.Bus Fare is $2.00 per person.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

Private dining

Menu

Waldhaus Restaurant's menu was last updated on 10/20/2024.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 1,137 people are saying

Waldhaus Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Banff / Canmore

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Waldhaus Restaurant offers a "5 Star Experience" with "excellent food and service" amidst spectacular mountain views. Guests rave about the fondue and schnitzel, while the ambiance evokes a "remarkable German experience." Service is often praised as "friendly and caring," making it a "great choice for dinner" in Banff.

1,137 Reviews

  1. Marina

    Las Vegas4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waiter was excellent. Funny and fast. The food was very tasty and the drinks were delicous
    Waldhaus RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Valued Guest, Your 5-star review means a lot to us. Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience with others.

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  2. Carol VIP

    Columbus65 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Because we came early only the pub was open but it wasn’t crowded and we enjoyed the food and the service.
    Waldhaus RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Valued Guest, We sincerely appreciate your 5-star review. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us and the broader community.

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  3. Laurie VIP

    Chicago25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our fondue and bratwurst and our waitress Julia was wonderful! Thanks for a great dinner!
    Waldhaus RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your fantastic review! Julia will be thrilled to hear your kind words and looks forward to your next visit!

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  4. Andrew VIP

    Calgary19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ***** 5 Star Experience- Excellent food and service! Valet service from the hotel right to the front door was next level if you don’t want to walk. All around great experience and will come back again!
    Waldhaus RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Valued Guest, We are thrilled to receive your 5-star review! Thank you for sharing your feedback with our team and the community.

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  5. Kate

    Edmonton2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We found the quality of the food for the price was poor. We ordered the Pulled Pork, the Schnitzel Jaeger & 2 Kids Pretzels. The Pretzels & Pulled Pork came out before the Schnitzel. The Pulled Pork was fairly dry and lukewarm & when the Schnitzel came out a bit after it was piping hot. Mediocre & quite disappointing. Kids Pretzels were great for the value.

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  6. Mike

    Calgary14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dinner accompanied by professional, prompt and efficient service!
    Waldhaus RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Valued Guest, We are thrilled to receive your 5-star review! Thank you for sharing your feedback with our team and the community.

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  7. Theo

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful celebration meal. The food and service were excellent. We had the fondue and maybe ordered too many side dishes. The restaurant is not easily accessible but the staff at the hotel arranged for transport. Everyone was very helpful. Though it’s more than we would normally pay for a good meal , the value was well worth it. They carry the German cuisine and ambiance off very well. We were both stationed in Germany years ago and we really enjoyed this experience. Well done!!

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  8. MICHAEL

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A wonderful restaurant with excellent food and very friendly and caring staff
    Waldhaus RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Valued Guest, We are grateful for your 5-star review. Thank you for sharing your review with us and the community.

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  9. Jennifer

    Washington, D.C. Area17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a lovely evening at the Waldhaus at the Banff Springs Hotel. Wonderful atmosphere by a fire, spectacular mountain views. The Cheese Fondue is highly recommended.
    Waldhaus RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Valued Guest, Your 5-star review means a lot to us. Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience with others.

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  10. Jesse

    Calgary1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Chicken dish seemed to be quite expensive for the 1 chicken breast provided. Minimal veggies / sides provided for the 45$ price. Girl had the schnitzel which was delicious and a good amount for the price charged. This is our third visit to the waldhaus and we love coming here
    Waldhaus RestaurantResponded on May 1, 2025
    Dear Valued Guest, We’re grateful for your review and for taking the time to let us know about your experience. Your feedback is valuable to us and to our community.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Waldhaus Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1137 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. Canada
  3. Calgary / Southern Alberta
  4. Banff / Canmore
  5. Banff

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Waldhaus Restaurant

405 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB T1L1J4

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    1 - River Avenue | Parking located just past Bow Falls Parking Lot
  • Neighborhood
    Banff
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    German, Swiss, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The hotel's parking is located beside the Convention Center. It is a three-level roofed parkade with 415 parking spaces. Self-Parking Per hour = $15 per hour Self-parking per day = $50 Valet = $49 per day
  • Public transit
    Roam Transit provided by the town of Banff runs approximately every 40 minutes to and from Town to the Fairmont Banff Springs. Enter through the Hotel's main doors proceeding down the hall past the Fairmont Spa and out the doors to your right. Continue down the pathway to the stairs on your left which will take you down to the Waldhaus.Bus Fare is $2.00 per person.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Atticus Garant
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.banff-springs-hotel.com/dine/waldhaus-restaurant/
  • Phone number
    (403) 762-6860
  • Private party facilities
    Whether a small celebration with family and friends or a larger occasion, the Waldhaus Restaurant is the perfect spot away from it all. Let us help you create the perfect event for you and your guests to enjoy. Private dining
  • Private party contact
    Food & Beverage Sales: (403) 762-6860
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