The Bison Restaurant & Patio

Name: The Bison Restaurant & Patio
Address: Box 3959 #213, 211 Bear Street, Banff, AB, Canada, T1L 1E4
Telephone: (403) 762-5550
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (3062)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Box 3959 #213, 211 Bear Street, Banff, AB T1L 1E4

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 44 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Lively

Named in Trip Advisor's top 10 Canadian fine dining restaurants and OpenTable's Top 100 Restaurants in Canada, we proudly feature regional, seasonal, Canadian cuisine. Watch the show as a line of talented chefs prepare your meal in our open concept copper kitchen. Specializing in forno creations, fresh plant based dishes and of course Alberta bison. Enjoy your meal from our mountain view dining room, or escape to our rooftop terrace. Sip away on a signature cocktail, local craft beer or choose from our carefully selected wine list. Bison offers group & private dining options accommodating 8-100 guests.

Mountain-view dining room / Open-air terrace cocktail receptions / Total venue experience
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Learn more/connect about group dining:
www.banffcollective.com/groups
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Canadian, Farm-to-table, Contemporary Canadian
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(403) 762-5550
Website
http://www.thebison.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
The Bison offers group & private dining options accommodating 8-120 guests. Mountain views / Total venue experiences. Learn more/connect about group dining: www.banffcollective.com/groups

Location
Box 3959 #213, 211 Bear Street, Banff, AB T1L 1E4
Neighborhood
Banff
Cross street
Caribou
Parking details
We are located across the street from the open air parking lot on Bear St. You can also find street parking on Bear Street as well as a secondary parkade located beside the Nester's Grocery Store, one block South of Caribou Street. <br /><br />
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

🌄 ROOFTOP TERRACE RESERVATION
May 16, 2025 - Oct 13, 2025
Reserve your table on The Bison Restaurant’s secluded rooftop terrace. Enjoy sundrenched cocktails, full a la carte food and beverage menus, and panoramic mountain views. *Please note: reservation will be moved inside in the event of inclement weather

Offers

🎶Live Acoustic Music at The Bison Restaurant🎶
Multiple dates available
Thu - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
The Bison pairs fresh seasonal cuisine with live music every Thursday from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Featuring a rotating variety of the Bow Valley's most talented acoustic artists.

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What 3,062 people are saying

The Bison Restaurant & Patio reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Calgary / Southern Alberta
Canadian
Banff / Canmore
Best Food
Banff / Canmore
Good for business meals
Banff / Canmore
Innovative
Banff / Canmore
Hot spot
Banff / Canmore
Lively
Banff / Canmore
Canadian
Banff / Canmore
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Bison Restaurant & Patio in Banff offers an outstanding dining experience with "incredible" bison dishes, attentive service, and a cozy atmosphere. Highlights include the "bison tomahawk," "best ice wine," and "exceptional" service. Guests love the menu's creativity and "locally sourced" ingredients, making it a "must-visit" spot.

3,062 Reviews

m
milan
Detroit / Eastern Michigan3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I now have a new love for tomahawks. Get it! Get it! Get it!
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Herbert
Calgary / Southern Alberta1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Geschmackvoll und herausragend war dieses Essen mit zuvorkommender Bedienung
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Elle
Virginia2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely delicious dinner - love how much emphasis they put on local ingredients and sourcing only the best. Had a great view while we dined indoors and were very impressed with the food - we live in NYC and feel spoiled with the best but this was truly amazing. The cauliflower is a must order and I’ll be dreaming about it until we return to Banff again. Our server was so kind, attentive, and personal.
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Barry
Tampa / Central Florida West15 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A good choice for a special meal with unusual tastes available both in food a beverages.
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore / Maryland17 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food! Possibly the best in Banff. Hard to find something to be critical off.
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Gina
Denver / Colorado3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were visiting from the states and heard this restaurant was good from a local. They were right! It was delicious! I highly recommend the food and service! Mattin was our server! He was attentive and helpful! We also liked his knowledge of the menu. He helped us with some hiking trails too!
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George
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat at the bar upstairs and were taken care of very well by Chris and Steve. We had cocktails and the Cauliflower appetizer followed by the short rib and lamb. The Cauliflower app was the best but followed very closely by the two entrees. We had a great time overall and recommend to anyone visiting.
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Christopher
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
we took the Bison Tomahawk. It was incredible. Enough to feed 2-3 pax.
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Brittany
Phoenix / Arizona4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Bison had a unique and delicious menu with a knowledgeable and friendly wait staff.
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Kelvin
Hawaii4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The entire dining experience was truly exceptional from start to finish. As soon as we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by a gracious hostess who set the tone for a memorable evening. We were fortunate to be seated by the window, which offered a beautiful view and added to the overall ambiance of the restaurant. The food was nothing short of outstanding. We ordered the Bison Tomahawk, which was expertly grilled to perfection—tender, juicy, and bursting with bold, smoky flavor. Each bite was rich and satisfying, with a depth of seasoning that really stood out. We also tried the Braised Bison, which was incredibly tender and flavorful, with a melt-in-your-mouth texture that showed off the chef’s skill and attention to detail. From the service to the atmosphere to the expertly prepared dishes, everything about our visit was top-tier. We left completely satisfied and already planning our return when we visit Banff again!
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FAQs

The Bison Restaurant & Patio offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 762-5550.

The Bison Restaurant & Patio is rated 4.8 stars by 3062 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 30, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 44 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for The Bison Restaurant & Patio

Box 3959 #213, 211 Bear Street, Banff, AB T1L 1E4

Additional information

Cross street
Caribou
Neighborhood
Banff
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Canadian, Farm-to-table, Contemporary Canadian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We are located across the street from the open air parking lot on Bear St. You can also find street parking on Bear Street as well as a secondary parkade located beside the Nester's Grocery Store, one block South of Caribou Street. <br /><br />
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thebison.ca/
Phone number
(403) 762-5550
Private party facilities
The Bison offers group & private dining options accommodating 8-120 guests. Mountain views / Total venue experiences. Learn more/connect about group dining: www.banffcollective.com/groups

The Bison Restaurant & Patio

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

🌄 ROOFTOP TERRACE RESERVATION

Offers

🎶Live Acoustic Music at The Bison Restaurant🎶

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Popular dishes

Bison Tartare

Bison Short Rib

Alberta Bison Tomahawk

Menu

What 3,062 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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