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Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Located away from Banff"s busy streets, where the Spray River meets the 15th hole, you will find the Waldhaus Restaurant, our “House in the Forest”. Feast on a rich assortment of authentic Swiss and German dishes in an atmosphere reminiscent of an old hunting cottage with dark, rich wood paneling, a large fireplace and a beautiful wine cabinet housing an excellent wine selection.
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26 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 26 reviews
5 stars
(14)
4 stars
(10)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(21)
- romantic(15)
- fit for foodies(11)
- scenic view(11)
- good for groups(6)
- neighborhood gem(6)
Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel Reviews List
Review 1 for Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
An Enjoyable Evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant is a short walk or shuttle ride from the hotel but worth the effort. We were seated in the smaller room with a view over the old golf course or the Banff river. This room is quieter that the large room next door. The food and service was excellent and we enjoyed the meal very much."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2012
Special Features: scenic view, special occasion
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Review 2 for Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"As requested were given a quiet corner table as we were celebrating our anniversary. Staff were attentive and helpful. Food was delicious. Overall GREAT experience!"
Dined on 6/07/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Quiet Secret
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This restaurant is hidden away a midst beautiful scenery. We had to hike for a few minutes to see the restaurant which is in the forrest. Quaint, lovely ambiance, wonderful service. We were there to celebrate our 15 yr anniversary. Gorgeous Bow River Falls view. A definite plus in our memories. We will definitly be back"
Dined on 6/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The restaurant had really good food and the view was amazing coun't ask for better place to spend the my birthday!!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Meal in the Mountains!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I celebrated our 33rd wedding anniversary at the Waldhaus on May 4th. As we left the restaurant we both agreed it was the best meal we had eaten out in a long time. We started with the Goulash Soup and beet salad. Our entrees consisted of the Jager Schnitzel and the trout. The flavors of the food were amazing - so well prepared! The wine list was wonderful and the service impeccable. I would recommend this restaurant for any occasion as it was casual yet formal if that makes sense. We can't wait to return to Banff and the Waldhaus."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Cheese Fondue & Bison
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Cheese Fondue & Bison Short Ribs - AMAZING!"
Dined on 11/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We chose to celebrate my husband's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We chose to celebrate my husband's 44th birthday with friends at the Waldhaus. It is a wonderful restaurant with Bavarian food and flare. Our servers, Mark and Angela, were absolutely fantastic. They were attentive, helpful, and had oustanding senses of humour. Everyone had different dishes and we all loved them. Of particular note were the Baked Onion Soup (cheesey, rich broth...just plain ol' delicious), the meat and cheese board (fresh, with a great variety), and the fondue (the Farmers, the Bison, and the Toblerone - amazingly well done). We even went to the pub the night before and had their delicious wings and pretzels. Our server in the pub, Steve, was so much fun! Great experience in both places!"
Dined on 13/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 8 for Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Thanks for the great service,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Thanks for the great service, we had a blast. Mark is an excellent server, thanks again!"
Dined on 03/04/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 9 for Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another great night at the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Another great night at the Waldhaus - they never disappoint! Had the Bison short ribs with horseradish mashed potatoes... I have found my new favourite dish. Loved it! Staff - Mike, our waiter was great..... Bartender downstairs makes a killer spicy Caesar. Thanks for a fun night!"
Dined on 28/03/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Went for a nice romantic dinner,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went for a nice romantic dinner, hoping for really good German food. Got mediocre fair at Fairmont pricing. Was pretty disappointed. Everything else we ate or drank at the Fairmont over the weekend was excellent to amazing. This was the low point of the weekend for sure. Service was okay, if maybe a little curt. The Italian restaurant in the Fairmont is a much better choice. The food in the lounges is also quite good."
Dined on 23/02/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, scenic view
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Review 11 for Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was a great quiet hidden
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was a great quiet hidden out of the way place. Great romantic little place with wonderful food and impressive service ."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Waldhaus Restaurant - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Based on the average of (15) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate