No one wants to cook on vacation and here is a list of restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Banff!
The Maple Leaf:
Located in the heart of downtown Banff, The Maple Leaf is open from 4:30 pm on December 25th for a special house-roasted turkey dinner with all the fixings. You can find the regular à la carte menu as well. Enjoy this Canadian-inspired experience featuring Alberta beef, game, fresh fish, and seafood.
Lake Louise Inn:
If you're in Lake Louise for Christmas, the perfect place to have your Christmas Day meal is at the Lake Louise Inn. Experience the magic of Christmas in the Canadian Rockies with a sumptuous buffet featuring Tuscan greens, turkey, bison ribs, and more, followed by a sweet finish with Chef's Inspired Dessert Assortments. The meal offer runs from 5:00 - 9:00 pm on December 25th and is $65/person or $33 for kids under 12. You will need to make a reservation. Call Legends Restaurant at 403.522.5418 to book your delicious Lake Louise feast.
Chuck's Steakhouse:
Gather at Chuck's Steakhouse this December 25th for an Alberta-inspired Christmas meal with all the seasonal fixings. They will also have the à la carte menu available and the celebrations begin at 4:30 pm.
The Bison:
Reserve your table at The Bison for a festive, regionally inspired dinner. You'll find a house-roasted turkey with all the seasonal fixings and the à la carte menu for $59. Celebrations begin at 4:30 pm on the 25th. The Bison is always popular, so make sure to reserve your place!
Storm Mountain Lodge:
Located on Highway 93s, Storm Mountain Lodge is a quintessential mountain-top log cabin experience. And you can experience their Alberta-inspired menu all year round.
Christmas Brunch at the Juniper:
Start your Christmas Day with something special at the Juniper Bistro, a delicious festive brunch with views of Banff and Mount Rundle. The meal includes a grazing table of nibbles and treats, your choice of hot dish served at your table, plus drip coffee or tea. Weather permitting, the fire pits will be lit on the spacious patio for a naturally festive moment in the mountains. December 25th - 8 am to 2 pm. Reservations are required.
Christmas Brunch on a Mountain Top:
Want to get on top of the world for your Christmas Day celebrations? Then the Banff Gondola is where you want to be. A 7-minute gondola ride above a snowy forest that leads to a winter wonderland atop Sulphur Mountain, complete with sweeping mountain vistas and beautiful Christmas decorations. The Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen is the perfect place to go for your Christmas brunch. The menu has something for everyone (including vegan and gluten-free), and each table comes with mountain views.
Park Distillery:
Park Distillery specializes in the holiday spirit. Visit from 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm for an all-day dinner menu featuring campfire-inspired cooking and spirits distilled in-house.
Three Bears Brewery & Restaurant:
Three Bears Brewery & Restaurant offers Christmas cheer(s) starting at 11 am on December 25 with their à la carte menu featuring pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and beer made in-house.
Hello Sunshine:
Hello Sunshine is also shedding some light on unique Christmas offerings on December 25 in Banff. Stop by from 4:00 pm for the à la carte menu, including bao buns, sushi, grilled yakitori skewers, and more! Plus, test out your lungs with some Christmas karaoke in a private room.
Lupo Italian Ristorante:
Lupo is offering its handmade pasta and wood-fired-oven pizzas from 4 pm to help you celebrate on Christmas Day. Enjoy their à la carte menu and perfect wine pairings all evening long.
Magpie & Stump:
Looking for something a bit warmer or inspired by places warmer on your Christmas Day in Banff? Try the Magpie & Stump for Mexican-inspired cuisine of tacos and nachos. Magpie opens for celebrations at 12 pm with their à la carte menu.
Eddie Burger & Bar:
Perhaps something a bit more Canadian matches your needs. If that's the case - Eddie Burger and Bar are open from 11 am and serve up burgers inspired by Canada with specialty game meats like elk and bison.
Bluebird:
If cozy comfort is what you're after on Christmas Day in Banff, Banff's Bluebird is open from 8:30 am for brunch and 4:30 pm for your Christmas dinner celebrations. Wood-fired hearth, cozy foods, and a big central fireplace make this a warm, comfy vibe perfect for families celebrating.
High Rollers:
If you're looking for more party and activity than sit-down-meal, High Rollers is where you will want to go. On December 25th, the celebrations get going at 4:30 pm, and a DJ appears at 9 pm to really crank things up. Perhaps this is your new Christmas tradition. Pizza, brews, and bowling with friends and family.
Christmas in a Castle at the Banff Springs Hotel:
Stay and dine - or just dine - in Banff's Castle - the Fairmont Banff Springs. With over-the-top Christmas decor in a classic setting, this is a great way to feel the festive season. Everything here is available to overnight guests and the public.
Sugar Shack:
From December 1st (and throughout winter), The Sugar Shack is back on the Lower Terrace of the Banff Springs, bringing this Canadian tradition straight to the Rockies. This will go hand in hand with the returning ice skating rink on the upper lawn - overlooking a million-dollar view of the valley below.
Santa’s Dining Suite Experience:
Brunch and Dinner Bookings are offered from November 17th to December 29th, 2024. Our neighbor from the north is a busy man this time of year! After weeks of making his lists and checking them twice, Santa needs a little rest. Experience Santa’s home away from home! Brunch: Enjoy a freshly prepared brunch menu featuring buttermilk pancakes, eggs Benedict and other brunch classics! Cheers with Mimosas with assorted juices and berries themed for the festive season. Access to the room for 3 hours. Accommodates 4 - 12 guests. Dinner: Enjoy a five-course family-style dinner served in Santa’s exclusive suite at the Fairmont Banff Springs. Accommodates 4 - 12 guests. And there may just be a visitor from the North Pole!
Thirsty Reindeer:
December 17th, 2024, to January 1st, 2025 - 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm. You'll be surrounded by Christmas spirit(s) at the new festive bar this holiday season! Sip perfectly crafted cocktails while you marvel at the over-the-top Christmas décor at The Thirsty Reindeer. Located at Ramsay Bar in The Gatehouse, above The North Pole. Reservations are not required.
*original list complied by Where to Eat For Christmas in Banff and Lake Louise | Banff & Lake Louise Tourism