Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen

4.3

258 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Charming

Operating on a walk-in basis, Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen features creative cuisine in a warm, casual and friendly buffet style dining experience. Enjoy your meal with breath taking views of the Bow Valley!

DINE ABOVE BANFF! Anchored at over 2,200 meters above sea level, the Banff Gondola’s Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen sits on the summit of Sulphur Mountain.

Proper winter attire is required. Our gondola cabins are not heated, and it can be up to 10 degrees colder at top.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:00 am–7:00 pm
Phone number
(403) 762-7475
Website
https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/attractions/banff-gondola/dining/northern-lights/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Claudius Wolf
Catering
Please contact our group & event management team and let us custom-build the perfect group function for you. Or, call us at 1.800.661.1750.
Private party facilities
Please contact our group & event management team and let us custom-build the perfect group function for you. Or, call us at 1.800.661.1750.

Location
1 Mountain Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1J3
Area
Banff
Parking details
Parking is available at the base of the Gondola.
Public transit
Banff Roam Bus Transportation - www.roamtransit.com Note: Sky Bistro is atop Sulphur Mountain in Banff National Park. Access is either by Banff Gondola or from the hiking trail. ***charges apply for Banff Gondola<br /><br />Proper winter attire is required. Our gondola cabins are not heated, and it can be up to 10 degrees colder at top.
Additional
Gluten-free Options

What 258 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

3.9Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen offers a "breathtaking view" that diners find worth every penny. The restaurant provides a "friendly service" and a buffet-style meal with a "reasonable selection of quality food." While some say the food is "just OK," many emphasize the "spectacular" scenery as the main attraction.

258 Reviews

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BrooksM
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 10 July 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Overpriced for just ok buffet style food. Brisket was good but pizza had been sitting there for quite a while. The views are pretty though.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 June 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
You are paying for the view. The food was limited and the quality is okay. With that said, got to give the restaurant credit for now over charging. I think given the view at the top, it's well worth the $42 for and adult and cheaper for kid under 10.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Erica was amazing!!!! Made my day. Food was limited but tasty
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 June 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent view and the wait staff was very friendly , but the food was not the greatest for the price .
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BrianW
Ottawa
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 June 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
You don’t go to this restaurant for the food. The buffet was good but the view is spectacular.
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ClaudeT
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff and our server were very friendly and fast. Great service and food! Price was reasonable for a buffet at this location. Would go back for sure.
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BradK
Greater Boston
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on 3 June 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Horrible good…. Great view. Friendly service. Would not recommend
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
If u r up at Banff Gondola...u should try their Buffet....they have a reasonable selection of quality food and the price is definitely value for money....the view from the restaurant is breathtaking.... recommending
Northern Lights Alpine KitchenResponded on 4 June 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for visiting Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen and for your 5-star review. We hope to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager
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Canuck27
San Diego
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 31 May 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly, efficient staff, wonderful views, and good food for the price. We did not feel hurried, staff were attentative. It was a great way to end our time at the top of the mountain
Northern Lights Alpine KitchenResponded on 4 June 2024
Dear Canuck27, Thank you for visiting Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen and for your 5-star review. We hope to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, Olivia Food & Beverage Manager
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 30 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Amazing views, good choice of food at buffet. Loved the included hot drinks. Would recommend!
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Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen is rated 4.3 stars by 258 OpenTable diners.

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

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Google Map for Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen

1 Mountain Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1J3

Additional information

Area
Banff
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:00 am–7:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking is available at the base of the Gondola.
Public transit
Banff Roam Bus Transportation - www.roamtransit.com Note: Sky Bistro is atop Sulphur Mountain in Banff National Park. Access is either by Banff Gondola or from the hiking trail. ***charges apply for Banff GondolaProper winter attire is required. Our gondola cabins are not heated, and it can be up to 10 degrees colder at top.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Claudius Wolf
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/attractions/banff-gondola/dining/northern-lights/
Phone number
(403) 762-7475
Catering
Please contact our group & event management team and let us custom-build the perfect group function for you. Or, call us at 1.800.661.1750.
Private party facilities
Please contact our group & event management team and let us custom-build the perfect group function for you. Or, call us at 1.800.661.1750.

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