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Bow Valley Grill

405 Spray Avenue | The Fairmont, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L1J4, Canada
(403) 762-2211
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Ranked #2 of 100 restaurants in Banff
4.5 of 5 stars 48 Reviews
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Buffet
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Buffet
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Georgetown, Texas
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2012 NEW

I've had breakfast at Bow Valley Grill twice this trip. Granted I've not done the brunch but I've not been impressed with their breakfast. I would expect a breakfast buffet to have a great deal of diversity, but seemed it was mainly catering to the Asian traveler. Not a large selection of food. Very disappointed.

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Vernon, BC
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

My family (husband and two kids ages 5 and 1) had brunch at the Bow Valley Grill this past Sunday and it was hands down the largest, most delicious and varied buffet meal we have ever experienced. This meal was well worth the price tag of approx. $45.00 per adult, (children 5 and under eat for free) as the items... More

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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

If you are staying at the Fairmont; don't bother looking for a good meal elsewhere; you won't go wrong here. Great balance between price and value; it is also kid friendly.

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Napa, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

great views and for $11.00 you can have as many desserts as you want.

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Calgary, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012
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take option to sleep in on sunday morning, make reservation as soon as lunch buffet begins rather than later excellent presentation, offerings and taste great to be able to interact/chat with culinary team behind each platform

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Brisbane, Australia
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59 reviews 59 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012
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Dinner was as expected in the brill. We were not disappointed. The staff were very friendly and were very well versed to answer all questions. Giver the chance we would go back.

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Alberta
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
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Truly a remarkable brunch! The selection is out of this world (rivals those big hotels in Vegas). You'll wish you had a second stomach so you could try even a 1/3 of what is on offer!

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Edmonton, Canada
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012
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We had a package that included a room in Banff Springs and breakfast at the Bow Valley Grill. Variety, quality and the view!! Loved it. My 8 yr old daughter enjoyed every bit of it. I especially liked the variety of smoked fish but there is so much to choose from.

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Okotoks, Canada
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012 via mobile
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Great buffet, excellent waiter/server. Lovely atmosphere.

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West Vancouver, Canada
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012
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fantastic buffet. great choices, kid friendly. large restaurant.

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