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Waldhaus Restaurant, Banff, AB

Waldhaus Restaurant

4.6
4.6
1082 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
German

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for groups
Overlooking the confluence of Spray and Bow Rivers, The Waldhaus. our "House in the Forest" is a retreat for those seeking solace from Banff's bustle. What began as the Clubhouse for the renowned Stanley Thompson Golf Course has transformed into a sanctuary of Mountain gastronomy. In the dining room above, rich timber and a majestic hearth narrate the epic tales of bygone explorations. Meanwhile, the Bierhalle below is where history and merriment collide, offering a spirited space for companionship, games, and the shared joy of storied adventures.

Please note:
- The Waldhaus is designated as a historical building and such has stairs to access all areas.
- The Bierhalle and Billardhalle only take limited reservations, otherwise operating on a first-come, first-served basis
- Regrettably the Waldhaus does not take reservations for its patio due to the unpredictability of mountain weather however, we will do our best to accommodate patio requests on a per case basis.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    German, Swiss, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (403) 762-6860
  • Website
    https://www.banff-springs-hotel.com/dine/waldhaus-restaurant/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Atticus Garant
  • Private party facilities
    Whether a small celebration with family and friends or a larger occasion, the Waldhaus Restaurant is the perfect spot away from it all. Let us help you create the perfect event for you and your guests to enjoy. Please contact our team at BSH.FBSales@fairmont.com for more information.
  • Location
    405 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB T1L1J4
  • Neighborhood
    Banff
  • Cross street
    1 - River Avenue | Parking located just past Bow Falls Parking Lot
  • Parking details
    The hotel's parking is located beside the Convention Center. It is a three-level roofed parkade with 415 parking spaces. Self-Parking Per hour = $15 per hour Self-parking per day = $50 Valet = $49 per day
  • Public transit
    Roam Transit provided by the town of Banff runs approximately every 40 minutes to and from Town to the Fairmont Banff Springs. Enter through the Hotel's main doors proceeding down the hall past the Fairmont Spa and out the doors to your right. Continue down the pathway to the stairs on your left which will take you down to the Waldhaus.Bus Fare is $2.00 per person.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

Menu

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What 1,082 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

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Waldhaus Restaurant offers a "magical location" with breathtaking mountain views, making it a picturesque dining spot. Guests praise the "excellent German food" and "fantastic service," particularly enjoying the cheese and chocolate fondues. While accessibility can be challenging, the overall experience is "worth the effort," especially for special occasions.

1,082 Reviews

  1. Lisa

    Houston

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks! The apple strudel was amazing. Service exceptional!

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  2. Ted

    Montana

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful ambiance but menu selection and food was more fast food than should have matched the surroundings. Ordered the classic fondue of which the cheese was good but totally ruined by what only can be described as wonder white bread served with it. For goodness sake there are wonderful bakeries in Banff use their bread! The rest of the menu was burger, fish and chips, you get the picture. This wonderful dining room deserves better menu!

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  3. Joanne

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Warm atmosphere, experienced,professional wait staff and delicious Swiss food. The cheese fondue is wonderful.

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  4. Matt

    VIP

    Calgary

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good but not as good as I remember. Can't beat the location and ambiance but at this point, there are many better German restaurants in the Bow Valley.

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  5. Canessa

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful, great service great food!

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  6. Timothy

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My Wife and I had a reservation at 7:45. We arrived early and they were very friendly and able to accommodate us. We shared the Soft Pretzels to start which were fantastic. We then had the Schnitzel for our dinner. It was great! We shared an Apple Strudel for dessert and it was very very good. The pastry quality was excellent. Our server was very kind and the room was not very loud for a Friday night. Will definitely revisit Waldhaus in the future!

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  7. Sonia

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautifully done restaurant. great value for money.

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  8. Ron

    Calgary

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very pleasant experience as usual. The location, the ambiance both inside and outside makes this place ideal for a date especially around Christmas time with its inspiring decor and warm fireplace . Our favourite spot for a Swiss cheese fondue which is always delicious. We will return for sure

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  9. Melissa

    VIP

    St. Louis

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! An annual highlight to our trip to Banff.

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  10. lesley

    VIP

    New York City

    109 reviews

    4.0

    109 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    This place is good with yummy food. Nothing over the top or fancy about it which I liked. We were seated in the sunroom area so it wasn’t as cozy as being in the main dining room. Lighting out there is abysmal. Like just a few ceiling lights with bright fluorescent bulbs. It was like dungeon or basement lighting. Not warm and inviting and honestly kind of killed the vibe. This is such an easy inexpensive fix to install more/better warm lighting to create a nice ambience. Dining chair seat was caved in and i basically sank. Place needs a bit of a facelift.

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FAQs

Waldhaus Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1082 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Waldhaus Restaurant

405 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB T1L1J4

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    1 - River Avenue | Parking located just past Bow Falls Parking Lot
  • Neighborhood
    Banff
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    German, Swiss, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The hotel's parking is located beside the Convention Center. It is a three-level roofed parkade with 415 parking spaces. Self-Parking Per hour = $15 per hour Self-parking per day = $50 Valet = $49 per day
  • Public transit
    Roam Transit provided by the town of Banff runs approximately every 40 minutes to and from Town to the Fairmont Banff Springs. Enter through the Hotel's main doors proceeding down the hall past the Fairmont Spa and out the doors to your right. Continue down the pathway to the stairs on your left which will take you down to the Waldhaus.Bus Fare is $2.00 per person.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Atticus Garant
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.banff-springs-hotel.com/dine/waldhaus-restaurant/
  • Phone number
    (403) 762-6860
  • Private party facilities
    Whether a small celebration with family and friends or a larger occasion, the Waldhaus Restaurant is the perfect spot away from it all. Let us help you create the perfect event for you and your guests to enjoy. Please contact our team at BSH.FBSales@fairmont.com for more information.
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