Sky Bistro

What an incredible restaurant! Usually spots like this, with exceptional views, fall short on the actual food; not here! Seriously one of the best meals we’ve had in a long time. The new, seasonal menu had just rolled out a few days before and was spot on. The lamb appetizer was so good, we ordered a second one! And when one of our entrees didn’t live up to the quality of everything else, they graciously took it off the bill, and without our asking them to. Add to that exceptional service and the most stunning views of Banff and you’ve got a real winner! Don’t miss this.

This stands out as our most memorable dinner in Banff! We took the Gondola up at 5:30pm and walked the boardwalk for an hour. Our reservation was at 7:00pm but we went up to the restaurant early to see if we could have cocktails at the bar and wait. The host let us know she would happily seat us when the next window table opened up which only took about 5 minutes. The mountain views from this restaurant are truly captivating and encouraged us to take our time with dinner. Our servers were friendly and prompt! They reviewed the menu in detail and provided great recommendations. Cocktails were delicious and well garnished. Solid wine list and fair markup. For appetizers we tried the Octopus and Pistachio Pate. Both were incredible but the Pate was truly remarkable and exceeded expectations as a plant-based dish. Highly recommend. For mains we chose the Bison and Pork Chop as well as a side of Truffle Parm Potatoes and Garlic Shrimp. Again everything was delicious but the Pork Chop really shined as it was well cooked, a large portion and included amazing accompaniments. This was too much food for two but we were able to pack it to go. We also had dessert wines to finish the dinner. By 9:00pm we were ready to take the Gondola back down. This restaurant is worth indulging at!

Your adventure starts trying to find parking. DO NOT TAKE ROAM TRANSIT. Yes the ROAM shuttle is free but you will not arrive or leave on time if a bus comes for you at all. Once parked you can get tickets. If you have tickets and it is within 10 minutes of your time get in line. They will not let you in line early or if you miss your time. The line moves fairly quickly and once on the gondola you will be at the top within 6 minutes. If you have time between your gondola reservation and your sky bistro reservation you can go to the observation deck or maybe even take the boardwalk to the cosmic that tower. When it's your reservation time you can stop at the restaurant and if everyone in your party is there they will start you. Our service was great. The food was a little slow coming out of the kitchen and if you had a close gondola reservation that may have been a problem but we had time and enjoyed the views and the weather changes from the large windows. Once the food arrived it was hot and just as ordered. It tasted amazing after the board walk. As we enjoyed our meal our waiter was attentive checking if our food was good or if we needed drink refills. After lunch we were with in our gondola window and we're able to get in line for our descent. Overall we enjoyed our experience. Give this review a like 👍♥️ or mark as helpful if you are thinking of eating while at the top of Banff. Hope you have a great experience like we did.

Sky Bistro is definitely worth visiting for the views alone—absolutely stunning and a unique dining experience perched high above Banff. The service was excellent: friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome. As for the food, it was decent but not exceptional. The burger stood out and was really good, but overall, you’re paying more for the ambiance than a culinary wow-factor. Still, it's a memorable spot and worth trying at least once for the setting and experience.

Dining at Sky Bistro on Sulphur Mountain is an experience I won’t soon forget. From the moment you step into the gondola and begin your ascent, the journey feels special—and it only gets better from there. Perched high above Banff, the views from the restaurant are absolutely jaw-dropping, making this easily one of the most unique dining destinations I’ve ever visited. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between upscale and welcoming, and the service was flawless—attentive, warm, and professional without ever feeling overbearing. Every course was a delight: beautifully plated, thoughtfully prepared, and bursting with flavor. You can tell the ingredients are locally sourced and treated with care. Sky Bistro isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a full sensory experience. The combination of fine dining, world-class service, and panoramic mountain views makes it feel like a once-in-a-lifetime treat. If you’re looking to elevate your Banff visit—literally and figuratively—this is the place to do it.

Food was so delicious. We got the bison tartare, the short ribs, the duck, and the house bread. All dishes were phenomenal but the house bread is a MUST!!! It’s soaked in olive oil and perfectly soft. The customer service was lovely from start to end. Our server Lisa was super sweet.

The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the staff were friendly. During my visit, only the couple’s tables by the window (the great view), my group was seated in the middle of the restaurant. The view was still lovely— especially on cold days and when a group wants intimate times together since it’s located in the tourist spot, outside of the restaurant is crowded. it’s definitely worth booking. The food was beautifully presented, but the taste was just okay—not particularly memorable. Prices are about the same as other restaurants nearby, especially those in the hotels. Overall, I enjoyed the experience with my group and had a nice time.

First of all, Tash was our amazing server! The view is crazy beautiful, and the food was super delicious. Cabbage salad was my absolute favorite! Fried chicken was so crunchy and yummy as well. All the other foods were delicious also. I would definitely visit again if I ever come back to banff with my friends.