From The Fairmont Banff Springs Best Nearby Continental (Restaurants) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Banff, AB Primrose Restaurant (Restaurants - Continental) 425 Mountain Ave Rimrock Resort Hotel, Banff  AB  T1L 1J2 • 403-762-1841 Distance: ~0.929 km         Description: A neutral decor, accented with honey-toned wood, ensures that each diner's attention focuses on the incredible view and the fantastic cuisine. An array of hot and cold appetizers prepares the palate for what's to come. Pastas include a Southern crayfish pappardelle and pink peppercorn smoked chicken and asparagus over penne. Main courses prove tempting as well. Take note of caribou medallions with blackberry sauce or lamb chops with a parmesan olive crust. Alberta beef and a variety of seafood dishes are also great options, and a tofu and vegetable strudel will resonate with vegetarians. Le Beaujolais (Restaurants - Continental) 212 Buffalo St Corner of Buffalo St and Banff Ave, Banff  AB  T1L 1B5 • 403-762-2712 Distance: ~0.989 km         Description: Consistently awarded for its ambience and fine cuisine, this long-established gem is one of the area's best. The elegant, second-story restaurant envelops diners in luxury and attentive service, adding to the already-strong appeal of the food. Diners may choose from prix fixe or a la carte menus, both of which are incredible. Representative dishes include roasted chicken breast stuffed with truffle paste, slow-braised caribou, roasted rack of lamb, and seafood gratin with scallops, mussels, shrimp and Alaskan king crab. The wine list features hundreds of vintages, and the staff are happy to offer appropriate selections for each dish. Jacket and tie are optional, but reservations are necessary. Coyotes Deli and Grill (Restaurants - Continental) 206 Caribou St, Banff  AB  T1L 1A2 • 403-762-3963 Distance: ~1.215 km User Rating: 9 / 10         Description: Stuccoed walls, beamed ceilings, and prints of Native American artwork set the scene at this intimate cafe. A busy dining room vouches for its popularity, and diners sit elbow-to-elbow during lunch. Pizzas and calzones feature spicy peppers and zesty cheeses, while pastas are perfectly prepared with flavorful sauces and fresh herbs. Entrees include barbecued flank steak, grilled British Columbia salmon, and spice-rubbed beef tenderloin. A selection of wines from California and the Pacific Northwest adds to the appeal of the well-seasoned dishes. Wild Flour (Restaurants - Continental) 211 Bear St Bison Courtyard, Banff  AB • 403-760-5074 Distance: ~1.238 km         Description: Wild Flour has a traditional wood-fired oven which produces fantastic artisanal breads, many of which are organic and/or gluten-free. They have impressive breakfast and lunch menus as well – quiche, sandwiches, soups, salads, muffins and more. If it's a beverage or a sweet you're after, their coffees, steamers and gelato are sure to satisfy. And for the person on the go, they offer a selection of take-out dinners. Saltlik (Restaurants - Continental) 221 Bear St, Banff  AB  T1L 1A1 • 403-762-2467 Distance: ~1.257 km User Rating: 8.1364 / 10         Description: This hip, intimate dining room boasts a fireplace with a sensuous copper hood and a chandelier of wrought iron and sculpted glass. Taupe, sage and chocolate brown furnishings serve as a backdrop for etched glass dividers and vibrant artwork. A wealth of steaks and chops is available, including striploin, filet, ribeye, and pork and venison. Rotisserie chicken, tuna, lamb, crab legs, and ribs also vie for your attention. Each item on the menu is a la carte, so baked potatoes and side dishes are all priced individually. A nice selection of wines, scotches and cognacs is available, along with after-dinner coffees, ports and desserts. Cilantro at Buffalo Mountain Lodge (Restaurants - Continental) 700 Tunnel Mtn Dr Buffalo Mountain Lodge, Banff  AB  T1L 1B3 • 403-762-2400 Distance: ~2.138 km User Rating: 10 / 10         Description: Known for its California cuisine and open kitchen, this casual eatery sits, like a resort cabin, among a grove of trees. The menu features grilled entrees, pasta dishes, and gourmet pizzas baked in a wood-burning oven. Ever-changing, the kitchen shakes up expectations by tossing in native ingredients and adding a rustic note to customary West Coast fare. As a result, you'll find grilled pork chops with apple chili relish, baked grouper on corn tamales, and a pizza that boasts grilled pears, red onions, and Cambozola cheese. Order up what sounds best and dine on the comfortable patio, surrounded by the beauty of the Rockies. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.