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An homage to the mavericks who built this town. - Brazen, Banff, AB

Brazen

4.7
4.7
608 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Canadian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Charming
Bold Style. Big Taste.
Located inside the historic Mount Royal Hotel in the heart of Banff Avenue, Brazen brings a bold dining concept to town. Honouring the spirit of Banff’s mountaineers and explorers, we serve contemporary takes on classic cocktails, seasonally inspired Canadian fare and a taste of old-world style.
Our patio is pet-friendly during the summer!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Canadian
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat, Sun 16:00–22:00 Brunch Daily 07:00–16:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Fri 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (403) 760-8540
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 608 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Canadian

  • Banff / Canmore

    Innovative

  • Banff / Canmore

    Canadian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brazen in Banff offers a unique dining experience with creative, flavorful dishes and exceptional service. Guests rave about the "delicious and well-presented" food and "fabulous" service. Highlights include the ginger beef and tandoori bison. The atmosphere is vibrant, making it a top choice for memorable meals and special occasions.

608 Reviews
  1. Dana

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an epic brunch experience! The grilled cheese Benedict was unbelievably delicious but the smashed potatoes brought the dish together so well. Don’t skip the Turkish egg dish as well.. also accompanied by accompanied by a very unique hash brown that will rock your world. Our server Cole had the most beautiful energy and was so attentive and pleasant. Will be back.. in fact tomorrow!

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  2. Josh

    Calgary

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience is great and we enjoyed the Lamb ravioli a LOT. However, the duck breast was very tough and fatty. The pork belly was the most fatty pork belly I've ever had but maybe that's some people's thing haha The creme brulee was DIVINE! overall it was disappointing for the price point but there were definitely redeeming factors.
    BrazenResponded on 9 December 2024
    Dear Josh, Thank you for your review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the ambience and the lamb ravioli, and we are thrilled that you loved our crème brûlée! We are sorry to hear that the duck breast and pork belly were too fatty. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and we will take it into consideration to improve the dining experience. We truly appreciate your input and hope you’ll give us another chance to impress you. Sincerely, Kelly F&B Team Coordinator

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  3. Ted

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The two of us had dinner. We very much enjoyed the food: interesting dishes, well prepared, and ample portions. Server Michelle provided excellent service. Overall, we thought it was good value. A very enjoyable evening. We highly recommend Brazen!
    BrazenResponded on 3 December 2024
    Dear Ted, Thank you for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, and overall experience at Brazen. Michelle will be especially happy to hear your kind words about her service. We truly appreciate your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another fantastic evening! Warm regards, Kelly F&B Team Coordinator

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  4. Naomi

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible food. We ordered a variety of small plates, which made it fun to try multiple dishes and be adventurous. The polenta dish was insane - I don't even particularly love corn to begin with, but would say it was hands down my favorite dish. Great option for date night.
    BrazenResponded on 6 December 2024
    Dear Naomi, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear you had such an incredible experience with us. It’s fantastic to know that you enjoyed the variety of small plates and that the polenta dish stood out as your favorite, especially considering your usual preference for corn! We are also glad to hear that our ambiance was perfect for your date night. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable dining experience soon! Sincerely, Kelly F&B Team Coordinator

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  5. Theresa

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, food was really good but mains were very large for an elderly couple. Going forward maybe suggest sharing. But overall a great experience.
    BrazenResponded on 3 December 2024
    Thank you so much for sharing your feedback, Theresa! We are thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us and that you enjoyed the service, food, and ambience. We appreciate your suggestion about the portion sizes and will certainly keep that in mind for future visits. We look forward to welcoming you back soon and hope to provide another wonderful dining experience. Thanks again for your kind words! Sincerely, Kelly F&B Team Coordinator

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  6. Janice

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every dish we tried was incredible, the best restaurant meal we’ve had in a long time.

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  7. Pam

    Calgary

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went there based on reviews. Well worth it. Amy did a great job serving.

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  8. Carole

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great ambience! Loved our server but it did take them quite awhile to see to us initially.
    BrazenResponded on 18 November 2024
    Dear Carole, Thank you for your wonderful review! We are glad to hear you enjoyed the food, ambience, and had a positive experience with our server. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the wait at the start of your visit. We will make sure to address that with our team to ensure a smoother experience for future guests. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great dining experience! Best regards, Kelly F&B Team Coordinator

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  9. Bruce

    Montreal

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amy, our server, was excellent. Food was really tasty and well presented too.

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  10. David

    Calgary

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Dine for 2 evening. No real save (small dessert half price).Ordered the smoked steak med rare. Lots of tough gristle throughout cut. Very dissappointed. Parmesan potatoes tasty but drenched in oil. The salad was original and great, the bread good but the grilled pepper mediocre...prefer a more balsamic touch to it. The lemon curd too sweet but still nice. Service was very pleasant... very nice people. I would not return mostly based on poor steak and the cost. You had to pay an extra $30 for it.
    BrazenResponded on 15 November 2024
    Dear David, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed our attentive service and some of the dishes. However, we are truly sorry to learn that your experience with the steak and the parmesan potatoes did not meet expectations. We understand how disappointing it can be when a meal doesn't fully satisfy, and we sincerely apologize for any frustration caused. Your comments are very important to us, as we strive to provide the best possible dining experience, and we will forward it to our executive chef for review. Thank you once again for your valuable feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and deliver a meal that exceeds your expectations. Sincerely, Kelly F&B Team Coordinator

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Brazen is rated 4.7 stars by 608 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Brazen

138 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Caribou st
  • Area
    Banff
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat, Sun 16:00–22:00 Brunch Daily 07:00–16:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Fri 16:00–21:00
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Non-Smoking
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