Waldhaus Restaurant

4.6

1070 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

German

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Charming
Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions

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.

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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.<br />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

Popular dishes

Popular Bluff BeetsCA$18.00
SASKATOON VINAIGRETTE | PICKLED BLACKBERRY | KOHLRABI | CRISPY SHALLOT | CARAWAY SEEDS
Little Gems SaladCA$18.00
GREEN GODDESS DRESSING | CHERRY TOMATO | CUCUMBER | WHIPPED RICOTTA | CRISPY GRAINS
Steelhead Trout TartareCA$24.00
crispy skin | tomato | dill | white wine vinaigrette
Pork BellyCA$22.00
maple mustard beer glaze | cauliflower puree | sugar snap peas
Potato and Onion SoupCA$16.00
DILL SOUR CREAM | SPECK | CRISPY POPLAR BLUFF POTATO
Soft Baked PretzelsCA$18.00
MUSTARD BUTTER | BAVARIAN MUSTARD | HAUS CHEESE DIP
FlammkuchenCA$20.00
FLAT BREAD | ONION | SPECK | EMMENTHAL | ‘FROMAGE BLANC’ | PICKLED FOREST MUSHROOMS
Heirloom Tomato SandwichCA$26.00
zucchini | tomato jam | dijonnaise | house bread
Duck WingsCA$23.00
maple hot sauce | cucumber | ranch

Fondue and More

Alpine Cheese FondueCA$57.00
gruyère | emmenthal | appenzeller white wine | confit garlic | kirsch nutmeg | apple | gherkins | baguette
Mushroom and TrufflesCA$15.00
enhance your fondue experience with a hearty helping of roasted mushrooms and rich truffles
Market VegetablesCA$12.00
seasonal selection of roasted vegetables
Steamed PotatoesCA$10.00
Side of CarrotsCA$14.00
roasted carrots | carrot purée | carrot top pistou | herbs
Roasted PotatoesCA$12.00
Toasty, Roasty Herbed Potatoes
Side of Whipped PotatoCA$12.00
creamy, decadent, po-ta-toes
BratwurstCA$14.00
sliced bratwurst served with our grainy mustard
Mustard and Cabbage SlawCA$8.00
julienned cabbage, carrots tossed in a mustard dressing
SauerkrautCA$8.00
apple cider | caraway

Signature Plates

Waldhaus CheeseburgerCA$32.00
DOUBLE SMOKED BACON | CARAMELIZED ONION | BREAD & BUTTER PICKLES | SWISS CHEESE | WALDHAUS SAUCE
Bratwurst DinnerCA$32.00
garlic mashed potato | beer & onion gravy | bavarian mustard | arugula | pickled shallot
Roasted Sweet PotatoCA$34.00
tempura battered onion ring | curried ketchup | gem lettuce | citrus | hemp & pumpkin seed
Steelhead Trout FiletCA$45.00
CELERY HEARTS | ZUCCHINI SQUASH BEET GREENS | HORSERADISH CREAM
Chicken BreastCA$42.00
CHICKEN BREAST | JAEGER SAUCE | WHITE BEAN RAGOUT | ARUGULA | CURED TOMATO
Fish and ChipsCA$34.00
HACKER-PSCHORR BATTERED COD | SMASHED PEAS | HAUS TARTAR | FRESH LEMON
Waldhaus SchnitzelCA$38.00
VIENNES GARNISH | POTATO SALAD | RED CURRANT
Beef Short RibCA$56.00
SAUERBRATEN | WHIPPED POTATO BACON | MUSHROOM
14oz Beef StriploinCA$84.00
PARSNIP PUREE | ASPARAGUS | SHALLOT | RED CURRANT JUS

Dessert

Viennes Apple StrudelCA$14.00
CREAMY SALTED CARAMEL | CREME ANGLAISE
Lemon Swiss RollCA$14.00
lemon custard | chantilly

The Waldhaus Experience

$99 per guest (Minimum of 2 guests)

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What 1,070 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

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Waldhaus Restaurant offers a "magical location" with stunning mountain views and "excellent German food." Guests rave about the "amazing service" and the delightful cheese and chocolate fondues. The ambiance captures the Rockies' charm, making it perfect for special occasions. Despite mixed reviews on accessibility and speed, it's a memorable dining experience.

1,070 Reviews

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Stephanie
Calgary
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing evening! Everything was impeccable from the moment we arrived. The service, food, and drinks were fantastic. Highly recommend the steak and short ribs. Perfection!
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Kurt
Vancouver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an exceptional dinner in great ambience with very attentive and cheerful staff. Overall quality, service and atmosphere are top notch. From being welcomed by the manager and him taking a few extra minutes to prepare a nice, quiet table for us, to the amazing server with the great attitude and quick attention to our needs, to the warm, inviting and cheerful interior.... it made for a perfect place for a late evening dinner with someone special!
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great little spot and cozy atmosphere for comfort food!
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Karankumar
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cake was very hard. Need refund for it…………………………,.,,
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Cristina
San Antonio
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We liked it so much we went twice. Great place, great food, we loved it. Went with husband and 7-year old kid.
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Sabrina
Edmonton
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our favorite place for traditional cheese and chocolate fondue. Service is always exceptional.
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Mike
Calgary
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a lovely anniversary dinner enjoying the full experience. Starting with a tasty cheese fondue followed by an amazing main and topped of with a great chocolate fondue. Highly recommend the Waldhaus for any special occasion.
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Scott
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
It's a cool venue in a great location. Food was okay and service was severely lacking. The only positive was the host who was extremely inviting and friendly.
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Gordon
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything about our dinner was incredible. My wife had the schnitzel and I had the short rib sauerbraten along with a 1L beer and a glass of wine - perfect. The service was prompt without being annoying and setting itself is beautiful. Couldn't have been better.
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Chris
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an excellent meal and mountain view for the evening at Waldhaus, and we were impressed by the accommodations for those with mobility challenges. The Waldhaus is at the top of a steep incline, and is not wheelchair accessible. However, for those with mobility impairment, there is a shuttle that runs from the Fairmont to the front steps of the retaurant - helpful for those like me who use a cane. The two-person tables have the seating angled so you can both look out on the mountains and the valley, while also enjoying each other's company. We shared a cheese fondue with roasted potatoes and bratwurst on the side. The fondue was perfect, and the mustard the bratwurst came with was impressive. For dessert we had the chocolate fondue, which was divine. Our server, Mike, was a joy and very attentive and knowledgeable. 100% will be returning on our next trip.
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FAQs

Waldhaus Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1070 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

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.

Waldhaus Restaurant

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Alpine Cheese Fondue

Waldhaus Schnitzel

Viennes Apple Strudel

To Start

Popular Bluff BeetsCA$18.00

Little Gems SaladCA$18.00

Steelhead Trout TartareCA$24.00

Pork BellyCA$22.00

Potato and Onion SoupCA$16.00

Soft Baked PretzelsCA$18.00

FlammkuchenCA$20.00

Heirloom Tomato SandwichCA$26.00

Duck WingsCA$23.00

Fondue and More

Alpine Cheese FondueCA$57.00

Mushroom and TrufflesCA$15.00

Market VegetablesCA$12.00

Steamed PotatoesCA$10.00

Side of CarrotsCA$14.00

Roasted PotatoesCA$12.00

Side of Whipped PotatoCA$12.00

BratwurstCA$14.00

Mustard and Cabbage SlawCA$8.00

SauerkrautCA$8.00

Signature Plates

Waldhaus CheeseburgerCA$32.00

Bratwurst DinnerCA$32.00

Roasted Sweet PotatoCA$34.00

Steelhead Trout FiletCA$45.00

Chicken BreastCA$42.00

Fish and ChipsCA$34.00

Waldhaus SchnitzelCA$38.00

Beef Short RibCA$56.00

14oz Beef StriploinCA$84.00

Dessert

Viennes Apple StrudelCA$14.00

Lemon Swiss RollCA$14.00

The Waldhaus Experience

To Start

Entrée

Dessert

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is Waldhaus Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Waldhaus Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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