It doesn’t take long to work up an appetite in the mountains, especially when you’re chasing powder, lapping groomers or dialing in a new trick. Luckily, the three SkiBig3 resorts serve up plenty of great spots to refuel. Whether you’re fueling up with breakfast at Banff Sunshine, sitting down for a scenic lunch at Lake Louise Ski Resort, or chasing the best après ski in Banff at Mt. Norquay, there’s something for every appetite. If you’re looking for the top restaurants at Banff and Lake Louise ski resorts, quick on-mountain dining options, or the best spots for a post-ski pint, consider this your local’s guide to eating well in the Canadian Rockies.
At Banff Sunshine, mornings are all about fueling up and getting after it. If you’re heading for first chair, swing by Java Station in Creekside Bar + Grill near the gondola base for a proper coffee and a quick pastry before you load up. Up in the Village, Java Lift inside Sunshine Mountain Lodge keeps the caffeine coming with handcrafted drinks and easy breakfast bites. If you’ve got time to linger, grab a table at Chimney Corner for a classic mountain breakfast, think eggs benny, big omelets and French toast, all with snowy peaks outside your window.
Hot chocolates at Chimney Corner | Photo credit: Jill Scarpato
Location: Inside Creekside Bar + Grill at the base
Opening hours: 7:30AM – 6PM
Location: Inside Creekside Bar + Grill at the base
Opening hours: 7:30AM – 6PM
Location: Base of Sunshine Mountain Lodge next to Standish Express Quad
Opening hours: 6AM – 5PM
Location: 2nd floor of Sunshine Mountain Lodge
Opening hours: 7-11AM
Restaurants - Mad Trapper’s is a long-time favourite for good reason serving burgers, chili and nachos that hit the spot after a few solid laps. For something different, Nikko Ramen in Centennial Lodge serves up comforting bowls that warm you right through. Chimney Corner Lounge offers a cozy, fireside setting with hearty plates, while the Lookout Lounge upstairs brings Italian-inspired dishes and sweeping mountain views. Skiing out for the day? Creekside Bar + Grill at the base is perfect for poutine, pizza and a well-earned pint.
Cafeterias - For quick, grab-and-go style bites or lighter fare between runs, the Alpine Grill upstairs in the Centennial Lodge and Goat’s Eye Grill at Goat’s Eye have you sorted for food that is simple and satisfying. Serve yourself before taking a seat and swapping stories.
Nachos at Mad Trappers | Photo credit: Jill Scarpato
Location: Old Sunshine Mountain Lodge
Opening hours: 10AM –11PM
Location: Old Sunshine Mountain Lodge
Opening hours: 10AM –11PM
Location: Ground floor, Centennial Lodge
Opening Hours: 11AM – 3:30PM
Location: 2nd floor Sunshine Mountain Lodge
Opening Hours: 7AM - 10PM
Sunshine knows how to après. Mad Trapper’s is always buzzing, especially in spring when the patio fills with live music and sunshine. For high-energy vibes, G.O.A.T Club at Goat’s Eye brings DJs and craft cocktails every weekend. Prefer something cozy after the ski-out? Creekside Bar + Grill has cold pints, share plates and fireplaces waiting.
G.O.A.T Club | Photo credit: Jill Scarpato
Location: Old Sunshine Mountain Lodge
Opening hours: 10AM –11PM
Location: Old Sunshine Mountain Lodge
Opening hours: 10AM –11PM
Location: At the base next to the Gondola
Opening Hours: 11AM - 6PM
Location: Goat’s Eye at Gondola mid-station
Opening hours: 1-4PM, Saturday & Sunday
Banded Peak Base Camp Patio dining at Lake Louise Ski Resort | Photo credit: Rueben Krabbe
Over at Lake Louise Ski Resort, big terrain calls for a solid start. Grab a coffee and fresh baked treat from Slopeside Coffee before heading out to explore wide-open bowls, long cruisers and gladed runs.
Location: 2nd floor Lodge of Ten Peaks
Hours: 7:30AM - 5PM
Restaurants - Lunch at Lake Louise is as varied as the mountain itself. Whitehorn Bistro is the on-mountain standout, accessible by lift, with locally inspired dishes, a healthy selection of craft beers and BC wines and one of the best patios around. On the backside, Sawyer’s Nook serves up charcuterie and fondue in a classic timber cabin setting. Down at the base, Kuma Yama is a go-to for sushi, ramen and gyoza, while the Powder Keg Lounge upstairs in the Lodge of Ten Peaks is a relaxed spot for a burger and a beer.
Cafeterias - For quick refuels, you’ll find reliable options across the resort with the Lodge of Ten Peaks Cafeteria and Whiskeyjack Café on the frontside, and Temple Market Cafeteria on the backside. Grab a tray, find a table and swap stories before heading back out.
Kuma Yama at Lake Louise Ski Resort | Photo credit: Phil Forsey
Location: Frontside below the Grizzly Gondola
Opening Hours: 10:30AM - 3PM
Location: Frontside below the Grizzly Gondola
Opening Hours: 10:30AM - 3PM
Location: Upstairs Temple Lodge, Backside past Richardson’s Ridge Chair
Opening Hours: 10AM - 3PM
Location: Upstairs Lodge of Ten Peaks
Opening Hours: 11:30AM - 6PM
Not ready to call it? On the backside, Temple Cantina on the Temple Lodge patio is the place for tacos and icy Corona’s in the sun. At the base, Banded Peak Base Camp pours crisp local brews and serves up tasty finger food. Inside the Lodge of Ten Peaks, the Bier Stube remains a classic with cold beer, mountain views and plenty of ski stories.
Apres at Temple Lodge | Photo credit: Rueben Krabbe
Location: Upstairs Temple Lodge
Opening hours: March
Location: Upstairs Temple Lodge
Opening hours: March
Location: Base beside the Glacier Chair
Opening hours: 11AM – 5:30PM Friday - Sunday
Location: Main floor Lodge of Ten Peaks
Opening hours: 11AM - 5PM
Apres at the Lone Pine Pub at Mt. Norquay | Photo credit: Rueben Krabbe
Mt. Norquay keeps things simple, and that’s part of its charm. For quick bites, Cascade Lodge at the base and North American Lodge by the Tube Park serve up burgers, fries and nachos in classic timber-frame settings. For table service, head upstairs to The Lone Pine for hearty pub fare and locally crafted beers. Their iconic nachos are made for sharing, and “The Mighty Quay” kolsch, brewed to celebrate 100 years of Norquay, is worth a pint. Grab a seat by the windows and take in the views.
Location: Base area
Opening hours: 8AM - 5PM
Location: Base area
Opening hours: 8AM - 5PM
Location: North American Lodge beside the Tube Park
Opening hours: 8AM - 5PM
Location: Upstairs in the base lodge
Opening hours: 8AM - 5PM
