The Raven Bistro

Celebrated my 60th birthday here- what a great choice ! Our server, Kristen(sp?) was so personable and engaging- made the whole evening fun- sold us on the soup of the day- ethereal! (Sorry, forgot a pic)- hubby had the schnitzel and warm potato salad, I had the Cajun shrimp flatbread- both expertly prepared. Small, intimate room, very cosy , best to make a reservation.

Locally owned and operated, make a reservation because you don’t want to miss this gem in Jasper. Let’s start with atmosphere. Calm, lovely, classy, clean, friendly.. Service- Excellent- Food -I could write a full description about each dish my friends ate - because the food was beautiful (and yes, food can be beautiful). I ate the ribs and they were outstanding!! So was the pasta, and the salad, and the whole table raved about flavors and taste. I always check the bathroom and it did not disappoint - clean and classy. (If you are in a wheel chair or have trouble walking you might want take out as it wasn’t very mobility friendly) Make a reservation if you want to eat here. I’m sure you can stop by and try but this is also a local favorite so it’s often busy! Final word 10/Yummmmmmm.

The Raven is probably the hottest ticket in town at the moment given the number of groups that were turned away without a reservation, and it certainly lives up to the hype. Food was inventive, sensibly used local ingredients and was very well prepared - the lamb in the three meats platter was particularly excellent as we do not normally like lamb but on this occasion its pungency was well-balanced with the char on the patty and the mint sauce. Service was also warm and attentive. Would strongly recommend.

The atmosphere was lovely, and the service was excellent, making for an enjoyable visit. However, I found the food didn't quite live up to the price. The ribs, for instance, were a bit dry on the inside, and their flavor mainly came from a light BBQ sauce. I was hoping for a richer flavor profile - maybe some marinade or smoky elements - to enhance the taste. It was a pleasant experience overall, but I wouldn't say it's enough to make me eager to return again.

Tasty and unusual meal - though the meat dishes looked great, we went vegetarian tonight. Started with the warm Muhammara, a slightly spicy red pepper based dip with soft pita - perfect with a cold crisp beer. One entree was the Root Vegetable Gratin, a hearty layering of beets, carrots, sweet potatoes and more, baked, with a light creamy sauce and nice side salad. Second entree was La Pastilla, a phyllo-wrapped variety of Middle-Eastern-spiced vegetables on a tomato-chili chutney - delicious, and large enough to bring home leftovers. Erica was charming, helpful with food and wildlife-spotting recommendations. Really want to come back for the Three Pharaohs- three meat dishes that looked amazing.

It was so good, we went there twice during our three day stay in Jasper. The staff is super friendly and courteous. The menu differs on midday and dinner time. But stays delicious! The Schnitzel and salmon were perfectly done. Crunchy and smooth at the same time. The curry dip which goes with the yam fries was my personal favourite. I could have eaten way more of that tasty dip. I also have to acknowledge the variation of gluten-free options. My sister never had any problems with the food afterwards. Besides the gluten-free dishes they also have vegetarian options. I definitely recommend eating at the Raven Bistro!

Enjoyed a lovely alfresco meal after a long day of driving. I was up for anything edible and the food turned out splendid. To start, the Spanish chicken wings had a nice spicy kick that paired beautifully with the super sweet caramelized onions. We weren’t sure what to expect from the bison ribs, but they were surprisingly tender and the accompanying sauce was full of flavor. The seafood pot was also tasty, though I wish there was more rice to soak up the delicious sauce. The salad was fresh and vibrant. Many of the dishes had bright citrus notes which went perfectly with our sangria and helped make it a perfect summer evening.

Great experience at The Raven ! Food was delicious, very nice atmosphere for lunch / dinner. Our server was awesome, very kind and warm person. We got the Elk Reuban and G.O.A.T Burger for lunch and were very satisfied. The salmon soup and prawn flatbread were also awesome. The prawn flatbread is a great appetizer!