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Altitude Restaurant at the Columbia Icefields, Icefields Pkwy, AB

Altitude Restaurant at the Columbia Icefields

4.2
4.2
19 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Canadian
Indulge in a delicious meal, sip cocktails and marvel at the spectacular glacier views that wrap the restaurant. Altitude Restaurant has the perfect backdrop to the Canadian inspired and locally-sourced menu and the perfect pairing for adventure.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


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Additional information

What 19 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

19 Reviews
  1. Marlf

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service we were 3 vegetarians and one vegan. Great choices. The view breathtaking.

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  2. janew

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    easy to book on line. unique location. wonderful food. helpful staff. not too expensive.

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  3. Tara

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    We arrived at 9:04 for our 9:00 reservation, only to be told they closed at 9:00. We left our hotel early and drove 1 hour through the mountains for this reservation with our two hungry kids. We were told there was nothing they could do to help us and that our only option was to grab something from Starbucks. At a minimum, they could have tried to offer us a lunchtime reservation for after our Icefield excursion.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Outstanding service. Nice variety on the menu. Awesome cocktails. Fair wine prices

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Edmonton

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    As always the food was absolutely delicious. We are never disappointed when we have visited this restaurant. Although…. We do miss the mushroom soup… lol Our server was super kind and polite, I wish he was a hair more present but otherwise spectacular. Sangria was on point!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Breakfast was so good! The playlist - Oat milk lattes in the mountains set the perfect ambiance.

    Altitude Restaurant at the Columbia IcefieldsResponded on June 26, 2023

    Hello, Thanks for joining us at Altitude Restaurant on your recent visit. Your feedback is very important to us. I appreciate the time you took to provide a guest review. I hope you choose to visit us again soon. Thank You, Karan Chawla Altitude Manager

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious, service was amazing, view is stunning.

    Altitude Restaurant at the Columbia IcefieldsResponded on June 26, 2023

    Hello, Thanks for joining us at Altitude Restaurant on your recent visit. Your feedback is very important to us. I appreciate the time you took to provide a guest review. I hope you choose to visit us again soon. Thank You, Karan Chawla Altitude Manager

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Was turned away at the door. No service due to staffing

    Altitude Restaurant at the Columbia IcefieldsResponded on June 26, 2023

    Hello, Hope you are having a great day. Not sure if it is correct that you were turned away due to staffing (we have enough staffing). If you don't have reservations and if we are booked up, unfortunately in that situation not much we can do but hopefully we can see you in the future. Thank you, Karan Chawla Altitude Manager

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  9. DavidP

    Dorset

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2022

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Food good and service but the actual restaurant was frankly freezing cold. Not very full but still noisy

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2022

    overall2food1service1ambience4
    If you have any dietary restrictions, beware of this restaurant. I have celiac disease and require a gluten free diet. Many of the items on the menu were listed as gluten free, but then I was informed by the server than many of the “gluten free” items were not gluten free after all. So I had very little choice from the menu. That night I was quite sick. Clearly the “gluten free” had gluten in it. In the morning, I was charged $19 for 2 slices of gluten free bread and some bacon. This place is trying to be gourmet, but is missing the mark - big time. Don’t waste your money.

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  11. ChadB

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Staff are all amazing but the food was meh. The service was great

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 13, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    The server we had was really nice but the food options for a buffet was not great. You did not get much of a selection for a buffet especially for the price of $35 sadly. I’d recommend if this is your first time going to the Columbia icefields and you want something to eat but wouldn’t recommend to dine here everyday.

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  13. Richard

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 4, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food. Excellent staff. Beautiful restaurant.

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  14. NathalieD

    Calgary

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2021

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    My husband and I visited for dinner after our Icefield Tour and were greatly disappointed. The restaurant was not busy. Despite having walked past us several times, our server took about 10 minutes to greet us. After waiting another 10-15 minutes for the drink I ordered, I asked for it again. Our server had forgotten. We were very hungry and had another 2 hour drive. Our meal, despite being tasty enough, was incredibly small and did not satisfy our hunger. I expect small portions and high prices in a fine dinning restaurant when the food is absolutely incredible. However, the Altitude did not meet these expectations. I got two slices of duck, 1 slice of sweet potato and a small amount of vegetables. The food was good, but not to the standard I expected for such small portions and elevated prices. Needless to say, I ate a protein bar after. The desert, paradoxically, was huge. We got the creme brule. Ironically the top was burned, and the creme too runny. The service was poor. Our server seemed more interested in socializing than getting us our food and bill in a timely manner. We don't expect staff to rush, but we do expect some urgency to provide good service. We feel cheated by overpriced food, chincy portions and bad service. If you are going to charge like a fine dining restaurant, we expect service to be at the same standard. We would not return, or recommend the restaurant. But hey, at least the deserts are

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  15. Sassy

    London

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing view! Great food! Enjoyed it all!

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  16. atcf188

    Edmonton

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quite possibly the best meal I’ve ever had. The food was beyond outstanding. The short rib was so tender that you didn’t need a knife. The flavours and attention to detail was unbelievable. The presentation was as beautiful as it was delicious. Go and experience this amazing cuisine before this chef moves on to New York or Paris. I know this all sounds gushing, but it is absolutely true. The service was just as impressive, including the chef personally checking in at every table to ensure that everyone was pleased with their meal. Something you rarely see anymore. Well done Altitude. Can’t wait to come back.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 23, 2021

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Visiting the glacier.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 12, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food!

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  19. SandyJ

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 10, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I don’t ever do reviews but I am making an exception for the Altitude Restaurant. That was the best meal out that we have had in many years and at very reasonable prices. Even breakfast that next morning was exceptional. This is not your typical tourist trap restaurant. 5 1/2 stars easily.

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FAQs

Altitude Restaurant at the Columbia Icefields offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (877) 423-7433.

Altitude Restaurant at the Columbia Icefields is rated 4.2 stars by 19 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Altitude Restaurant at the Columbia Icefields

Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre, Icefields Pkwy, AB T1L 1J3

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Lake Louise
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 7:30 am–9:30 am Daily 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Canadian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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