A Culinary Journey
Honest mountain cooking that'll surprise you - we're doing things differently up here in the Rockies
Honest mountain cooking that'll surprise you - we're doing things differently up here in the Rockies
Look, we're not gonna pretend we're some fancy French bistro transported to the mountains. What we are is honest - really honest - about where our food comes from and how we cook it.
Every morning, our team sources from local ranchers, foragers, and growers who know these mountains better than anyone. Alberta beef that's been raised right, wild mushrooms picked from nearby forests, and trout from cold mountain streams. That's the foundation.
Then there's the fire. Our wood-fired hearth isn't just for show - it's the heart of everything we do. The smoky char on that elk loin? The perfectly blistered vegetables? That's all about understanding heat, timing, and respecting what's on your plate.
We've got a crew that's passionate, skilled, and maybe just a little obsessed with making your dinner memorable
Executive Chef
Marcus spent 15 years bouncing around European kitchens before realizing the best ingredients were right here in Alberta. He came back home and hasn't looked back since.
"I'm not interested in complicated for the sake of it. Give me a perfect cut of beef, a hot fire, and I'll show you what real cooking is about."
Pastry Chef
Elena's desserts are basically art you can eat. She's trained in classical French techniques but loves throwing in wild berries and herbs she picks herself from the mountainside.
"Dessert should surprise you. Sweet, yes, but also earthy, floral, maybe a little tart. That's when it becomes memorable."
Head Sommelier
David's wine list focuses on small producers and natural wines. He'll find something you'll love even if you think you don't like wine - trust me, I've seen him work.
Sous Chef
Sarah's the backbone of our kitchen operations. She's got this uncanny ability to nail timing on 40 dishes at once while keeping everyone calm and focused.
Master Butcher
Tom works directly with local ranchers and handles all our meat preparation. His dry-aging process is what makes our steaks absolutely legendary around here.
Western Living Magazine
OpenTable Diners' Choice 2023
2023
Our menu shifts with the seasons - here's what we're excited about right now
Wild mushrooms foraged from the surrounding forest, charred over our wood fire, then folded into creamy Alberta Arborio risotto with aged parmesan and truffle oil.
This one's a favorite - the smokiness from the fire really brings out something special in those mushrooms. People keep asking us to make it a permanent fixture.
$28
16oz bone-in ribeye, dry-aged in-house for 48 days, charred over burning cherry wood, served with roasted root vegetables and red wine jus.
Tom ages these beautifully. The process concentrates the flavor so much you almost don't need anything else on the plate. Almost. Those charred veggies though...
$68
Wild sockeye salmon slow-roasted on aromatic cedar planks over the hearth, finished with maple glaze, served alongside winter squash puree and wilted greens.
The cedar smoke infuses right into the fish. It's subtle but you'll notice it. We get fresh sockeye delivered twice a week and won't serve it if it's not perfect.
$54
Silky panna cotta infused with burnt honey, topped with candied pine nuts, wild berry compote, and rosemary shortbread.
Elena's masterpiece. The burnt honey gives it this deep, almost caramel-like flavor that's not too sweet. And those pine nuts? She candies them herself every morning.
$16
Want the full experience? Let Marcus take you on a journey through seven courses of whatever's speaking to him that day.
The tasting menu changes constantly - we're talking daily tweaks based on what came in from suppliers, what Tom's aging, what Elena's been experimenting with. It's our chance to really show off a bit.
Fair warning: it's a commitment. Plan on about three hours, bring your appetite, and come ready for some surprises. Wine pairings available with selections from David that'll blow your mind.
$145
Per person
$85
Wine pairing
Got a special occasion? We've got a private room that seats up to 16 people with its own fireplace and mountain views that'll make your Instagram followers jealous.
Perfect for anniversaries, business dinners, or when your family comes to visit and you wanna really impress them. We can customize the menu, accommodate dietary needs, and basically make sure everything's exactly how you want it.
Inquire About Private Events7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Daily
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Monday - Saturday
5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Daily
Reservations strongly recommended, especially for dinner and weekends. Walk-ins welcome if we've got space.
Don't just take our word for it
"That ribeye was hands down the best steak I've ever had. Period. The dry-aging process they do here is next level. Worth every penny."
- Michael R., Calgary
"We did the chef's tasting menu for our anniversary and wow. Each course was better than the last. Elena's desserts alone are worth the trip to Banff."
- Jennifer & Paul T., Vancouver
"David paired wines with our meal that I never would've picked myself, and they were perfect. He really knows his stuff and explains things without being pretentious about it."
- Amanda K., Toronto