Grizzly House Restaurant, Banff

• Bourguignonne
• Neuchatel
• Bagna Cauda
• Lobster
• Seafood
• Oriental
• Buffalo
• Chocolate
• Venison
• Mushroom
• Prawns
• Alligator
• Rattlesnake

For an alternative entrée, try wild game or Alberta Beef steaks. Appetizers include buffalo steak tartar and Swiss raclette melted cheese.

As one of Banff's more interesting dining experiences, the Grizzly House is as memorable for its fondue as it is for the eccentric decor and objects decorating the wood panelled walls, including a wood carved bear, a melted telephone, totem poles, bearskin rugs, a buffalo head and even a mannequin riding a motorcycle. There are working phones at every table, a legacy from the restaurant's former incarnation as a disco nightclub.

In the summer months you can have a seat on the Grizzly House front patio and take in the spectacular mountain views or simply watch visitors from around the world stroll by along Banff Avenue. Full food and beverage menus are available on the patio.

The Grizzly House wine cellar has a selection of over 100 wines to complement all dishes, and the restaurant also offers a wide range of beer, cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks.

History
Barbara and Peter Steiner opened the Grizzly House in 1967. At the time it was Western Canada's first disco and was known for its touring bands and go-go dancers. Initially all the food was delivered through a hole in the wall from a neighbouring Chinese food restaurant. A few months after the Grizzly House opened, the Chinese food restaurant closed and new way had to be found to comply with the liquor laws that required food service in order to serve alcohol. Peter and the Grizzly House staff brought in their own fondue pots and a restaurant tradition began. The fondue concept was an immediate success and has, unlike disco, withstood the test of time. In addition to the Grizzly House, the Steiners also opened the Banff Book and Art Den in the mid-1960s.

Hours: 11:30 am - midnight

www.banffgrizzlyhouse.com