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The Fat Ox of Banff, Banff, AB

The Fat Ox of Banff

4.7 (208)
CAN$51 and over
Italian
415 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B5

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7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Northern Italy, The Fat Ox of Banff brings a taste of the Italian Alps to our guests. Our name, "Fat Ox" pays homage to the robust flavors and hearty dishes found in Northern Italian cuisine.

Symbolizing strength, endurance, and the bounty of the land, it reflects our commitment to serving exceptional meals crafted from the finest ingredients, sourced locally whenever possible and prepared with care & expertise. Our view for our guests is: We just want to have fun!

Breakfast 7am-11am
Lunch 11am-2pm
Apertivo 2pm-6pm
Dinner 4pm-close

*Reservations are not available for the patio*

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Canadian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 7:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We provide an extraordinary dining experience that merges warm service with refined cuisine, all crafted from local ingredients to create unique Italian dishes infused with an Alpine Flair. Every bite brings the tastes of the Italian Alps to the stunning Canadian Rockies, in Banff Alberta.
  • Private party contact
    Lara: (403) 762-3848
  • Neighborhood
    Banff
  • Cross street
    Banff Ave & Rabbit
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Roam Bus: Stop - Banff Ave/Rabbit
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

What 208 people are saying

The Fat Ox of Banff reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Banff / Canmore

    Innovative

  • Banff / Canmore

    Good for groups

  • Banff / Canmore

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Banff / Canmore

    Great for fine wines

  • Banff / Canmore

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Banff / Canmore

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Fat Ox of Banff offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food and outstanding service." The pasta dishes are "delicious" and the elk meatballs are a highlight. The atmosphere is "warm and inviting," making it perfect for special occasions. Despite occasional noise, it's a "must-visit" for anyone in Banff.
208 Reviews
  1. Nicholas

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I don’t post reviews often, but the food is so good!
    The Fat Ox of BanffResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Nicholas Thank you for the 5-star review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your experience that much. See you on your next visit to Banff.

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  2. Sheri VIP

    Calgary99 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The fat ox has a lovely decor. Our server was attentive and kind. The happy hour portions are perfect to not feel too full. The pasta was cooked perfectly. The clams could have been cleaned more as there were a few sandy bites. The ox board is not worth the price, it’s quite small portions. The espresso martini was delicious but I would recommend it for a dessert as it was quite chocolatey/ pistachio forward.
    The Fat Ox of BanffResponded today
    Hi Sheri Thank you for taking the time to make a review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the happy hour. We've passed along your feedback to our chef about the mussels. The Ox Board is meant as a light sampling our our most popular antipasti dishes, best shared for 2-4 guests. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  3. Debbie

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice experience. Sat at the bar and felt welcomed. Loved the Happy Hour menu.
    The Fat Ox of BanffResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Debbie. Thank you for the 5-star review. We are pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your experience and the happy hour menu. See you on your next visit to Banff.

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  4. Katelyn

    Toronto6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the happy hour menu because it gives you a chance to try more tasty things as the portions are smaller. There is a really great selection of items. I’m really happy that the summer bruschetta is back on the menu!
    The Fat Ox of BanffResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Katelyn Thank you for the 5-star review. We are pretty excited to have the summer bruschetta back as well. See you on your next visit.

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  5. Laura

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing dining experience. The service and ambiance was fabulous and the food ...such a treat. Favourite part of the meal was the Elk Meatbaals. The balance of flavors and tenderness of the meat made us want more. The Foccacia bread and shrimp pasta was a treat as well. Definitely will visit again!
    The Fat Ox of BanffResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Laura Thank you for the 5-star review. We put a lot of love into our meatballs, so we are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed them. See you on your next visit to Banff.

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  6. janet VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was unique ,well presented and elevated Italian.
    The Fat Ox of BanffResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Janet Thank you for the 5-star review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience. See you on your next visit to Banff.

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  7. John VIP

    Calgary122 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pete took excellent care of us and made some good suggestions. Appies are all very interesting & tasty and good to share. We all had various Pasta dishes and sauces, meats and pasta were excellent.
    The Fat Ox of BanffResponded on May 14, 2025
    Hi John. Thank you for the 5-star review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the dishes, and we'll be sure to pass along your feedback to Pete. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  8. Natalie

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It wa the perfect meal and gem rest environment. We had a 7:30 booking in. A Saturday which was excellent timing. Absolutely amazing staff.
    The Fat Ox of BanffResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hi Natalie Thank you for the 5-star review. Our team takes great pride in its hospitality, so it is delightful to hear that you enjoyed your experience. See you on your next visit to Banff.

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  9. Courtney

    Calgary1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Yummy Fazoletti. Sufficient service. Great wine list. Lights too bright for time of night. Overall great experience, thank you!
    The Fat Ox of BanffResponded on May 9, 2025
    Hi Courtney Thank you for taking the time to make a review. We appreciate the feedback about the lighting and we are glad that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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  10. Jacinta

    Calgary11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another lovely experience at this beautiful restaurant. We took some friends who used to live in Banff and they really enjoyed it. The shrimp handkerchief pasta was outstanding! I am definitely going to order that again. Wow, delicious. And the winter bruschetta is now a standing order, so good! See you next time!
    The Fat Ox of BanffResponded on May 7, 2025
    Hi Jacinta Thank you for the 5 star review. We are delighted that you and you friend enjoyed their experience. Stay tuned for the summer bruschetta! We look forward to seeing you soon.

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FAQs

The Fat Ox of Banff offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 762-3848.

The Fat Ox of Banff is rated 4.7 stars by 208 OpenTable diners.

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

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415 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B5

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Banff Ave & Rabbit
  • Neighborhood
    Banff
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 7:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Canadian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Roam Bus: Stop - Banff Ave/Rabbit
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We provide an extraordinary dining experience that merges warm service with refined cuisine, all crafted from local ingredients to create unique Italian dishes infused with an Alpine Flair. Every bite brings the tastes of the Italian Alps to the stunning Canadian Rockies, in Banff Alberta.
  • Private party contact
    Lara: (403) 762-3848
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