A Dining Sanctuary in the Sky

ONE OF BANFF'S TOP-RATED RESTAURANTS

Sky Bistro Closure Notice February 24 – April 26

Please note that Sky Bistro will be closed for renovations from February 24 to April 26, 2026. Regular hours will continue on April 27, 2026. To see our current operational hours, please visit the Hours & Location page.

Early Closure Notice February 27, March 2 & 3

Please note that Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen will be closed for dinner service on Friday, February 27 due to a private event.

Due to scheduled lift maintenance, we will be closing early on March 2 and March 3. Please note the adjusted schedule for both days:
Last guest gondola upload: 5:30 PM
Final gondola download: 7 PM
Nightrise: Will not be operating on these evenings

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2019 1st Place,
Cochon555 Banff

2024 RATED IN THE TOP 100
restaurantS in Canada

Mountaintop Dining at its Best

Three ways to enjoy Sky Bistro

Admission & dining separately

À la carte dining

Lunch and dinner reservations available through Open Table.
Reservations can be made 90 days in advance*.
Walk-ins are welcome based on availability.
Book Gondola admission separately.
Available daily (per Operating Hours).
Window seating is based on availability and not guaranteed.

*Sky Bistro may be closed for private events on certain days, which can impact the availability of reservations within the 90-day booking window.

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Summit Dining Experience

Lunch with a Spectacular View

Enjoy a two course Sky Bistro lunch and Banff Gondola admission, bundled into one refined Banff summit experience.

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Summit Dining Experience

Dinner Beneath the Moonlight

Enjoy a three-course Sky Bistro dinner and Nightrise admission, bundled into one refined Banff summit experience.

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During the winter, appropriate winter attire is required. Please note that our gondola cabins are not heated, and temperatures at the top can be up to 10°C colder.

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Arriving here is part of the experience

Your Sky Bistro journey begins with a stunning 8-minute gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Relax, take in the views and feel the rush of the alpine.

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Fresh ideas inspired by local producers

We partner with the top farmers, suppliers, food artisans and producers in Western Canada. Their friendship and dedication inspire our kitchen, and you can taste the difference!

Our Cuisine

A setting for every occasion

From weddings and private events to special occasions and bucket-list trips, Sky Bistro is the more memorable restaurant in Banff. There’s nowhere like it on earth!

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