Cliffhouse Bistro

My fiancé and I decided to dine at Cliffhouse Bistro for our anniversary. It was exciting to ride to the top of the mountain and eat with such a beautiful view! It was quiet and away from the crowds. The restaurant is cozy, it is beautifully decorated and has a fireplace inside. You need a sightseeing lift ticket to get to the restaurant but once you are at the top, it’s just a few steps to get inside. We found the servers super friendly and the food was delicious. There is not much choice as far as menu options so we decided to share the nachos.

Wow! You must visit this place! It is a little difficult to find if you don't know where you are going. You have the ride up the ski lift to get here, but it is so worth it! Amazing views! I wish we had been hungrier when we came here, but since it does close early, we had to squeeze it in. The nachos were awesome! The service was attentive and friendly!

Im not going to lie, the whole reason to go up here is for the views! They are unlike anything u will ever see. Pictures dont do this place justice, its like a little piece of heaven on earth!
We did eat at the bistro, we made reservations the day before but since we were the 1st ppl up there at 11am when they opened there was really no need. We went at the beginning of October. The season ends the 9th of October this year for anyone interested. The atmosphere At the bistro is warm and pleasant. Its not really a teahouse anymore as it used to be back in the day but You can get a variety of about 8 teas here. They are good, i had the masala tea and my husband the blueberry tea. We ordered the burger which my husband said was tasty, i ordered the nachos but did not like them. They layered the cheese throughout and made th dish super soggy. I didnt end up eating it all as i dont enjoy soggy nachos.
Again the experience of being up 7000ft was amazing, they have set up these cubicles near the ridge with seats that you can hang out in and relax. This would be a prime spot for instagram photos, a proposal or wedding photos!

I also read that they do EXTREME mountain climbing here with a guide. So if ur into that, you can sign up for it online.

The Cliffhouse Bistro is definitely a place for locals to enjoy fantastic food and service at a reasonable price. Mike, the chef, creates delicious and beautifully prepared meals to accommodate any allergies or food preferences. Great menu! Michelle, our server, went above and beyond our expectations to ensure our dinner reservation was outstanding. The views from the bistro located at the top of the North American chairlift are spectacular. A great place for locals and guests to gather for a fantastic dining experience. Highly recommend!

Such a hidden gem in Banff. Smash burger and Alpines Peppermint Tea with the gorgeous view without loads of tourists as we might have been overwhelmed in other mountain top locations. All staff in the restaurant are super efficient and friendly. Can’t beat the price in Banff where everything is pricey.