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Dining
DESTINATION DINING
Looking to dine off the beaten path? Enjoy the secluded comfort of Tekarra Restaurant (p 89). Try their delicious, seasonal menu and stroll to the river with a glass of wine on their fully licensed lawn. The new Maligne Canyon Wilderness Kitchen (p 90) serves a locallysourced, smokehouse-inspired menu that changes with the seasons. Find quality food with a panoramic view at Summit Restaurant (p 90) at the top of the Jasper SkyTram (p 82). All tables have views of the SkyTram, Jasper townsite and the surrounding mountains. -KB
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COFFEE TIME!
Jasper’s favourite coffee shop is expanding! New this summer, SnowDome Coffee Bar (p 92) will open their new upstairs location, Andromeda! This beautiful space will have an enormous, custom, Douglas fir table, a small baking kitchen to prepare delicacies from scratch and new custom machines to prepare the best quality coffee in
PICNIC AT THE PEAK
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Looking for a truly unique dining experience? Try a PEAK-nic Tour with Jasper Food Tours. Enjoy a moderate hike to a scenic lookout and get hands-on with a backcountry cooking lesson! Learn about various edible plants that grow naturally in the area and discover how to prepare a flavour-packed meal while still respecting the environment and leaving no trace. The best part is eating your delicious creation while taking in the views! Lunch and dinner tours are available throughout the summer.
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FAIRMONT JASPER PARK LODGE
Jasper's classic gem features stunning Lac Beauvert and Mt Edith Cavell views. Resident guitarist and pianist entertains guests. The Emerald Lounge has soft seats, a huge fireplace and an incredible view. Featuring signature Jasper brewed Honey Bear ale, shareable appies, cheese fondue, bison burger and charcuterie. ORSO offers a breakfast buffet with à la minute food stations. The Moose's Nook Chophouse offers indulgences such as bacon wrapped bison tenderloin, AAA beef ribeye, trout and chicken supreme. Oka Sushi is an intimate sushi bar. Reservations required, call 780-852-1114. Fitzhugh’s to Go coffee, pastries and sandwiches. 780-852-3301, fairmont.com/jasper
OLIVE BISTRO Views of Colin Range through atrium windows. Lounge and patio. European style fare made from fresh, seasonal ingredients including Certified Angus steaks, organic lamb shanks, bison burger and vegan dragon plate. Wine Wednesday. Occasional live music. Pyramid Lake Rd, 780-852-5222, olivebistro.ca
TEKARRA RESTAURANT Beautiful cabin in the woods with patio and fully licensed lawn. Enjoy a drink by the river before or after your meal. Est. 1952. Upscale presentations of western Canadian cuisine from locally sourced ingredients include charcuterie, AAA ribeye steak, smoked lake trout, bison short ribs and banana crusted chicken. 1 km south of town on Hwy 93A, 780-852-4624, tekarrarestaurant.ca
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ALBA Enjoy an atmosphere that transports guests to Venice’s Grand Canal. Made-from-scratch fare includes calamari, mushroom ravioli, spaghetti carbonara, herb crusted salmon, braised lamb shank and AAA Alberta strip loin. Upstairs, with elevated patio: 610 Patricia St, 780-852-4002
BECKER’S GOURMET
RESTAURANT Country setting with a beautiful view of Mount Kerkeslin and the Athabasca River. Gourmet dining in a casual environment. Seasonal local ingredients have colourful presentations. Examples include of BC salmon, Canadian beef and vegetarian dishes. Starters include charcuterie, brie, prosciutto and spinach in puff pastry. Spectacular desserts. Gluten-free options and kids’ menu. Becker’s Chalets, Icefields Pkwy 5 min S of town, 780-852-3535, beckerschalets.com
CASSIOS ITALIAN RESTAURANT
A favourite among locals and visitors alike. Cassios serves authentic Italian food made from old family recipes and prepared with fresh ingredients. Menu includes mussels and clams, jumbo garlic shrimp, bruschetta, 16 pasta options, veal and chicken dishes. Stuffed mozzarella loaf “is a must.” Faltbreads: try the fig, pear and gorgonzola. Jasper Brewing Co. beers on tap. Great wine list. Also featuring classic Canadian breakfast. 602 Connaught Dr, 780-852-4070, cassios.ca
EVIL DAVE’S GRILL Upbeat atmosphere with original artwork on the walls. Globally inspired, locally sourced menu. Sinful Starters and Evil Entrées like Diabolical Tenderloin, Malicious Salmon and Malevolent Meatloaf. Gluten-free and vegetarian options. Corkage offered. 622 Patricia St, 780-852-3323, evildavesgrill.com
FIDDLE RIVER Mountain views from a heated patio. Fish and wild game entrées prepared from locally sourced ingredients. Try Alberta elk stroganoff, wild game meatloaf and filo Arctic char. 2nd floor, 620 Connaught Dr, 780-852-3032, fiddleriverrestaurant.com
MOUNTAIN CAFÉ
Jasper offers spectacular cafés that will satisfy your needs for breakfast, lunch or a place to sit and relax. Sunhouse Café (p 92) serves delicious and healthy food in their amazing upstairs location, complete with a glass domed roof and stunning mountain views. Harvest Food & Drink (p 92) chef Sean Walker has been in the business for his entire life, and he brings a world of cooking and mountain experience to his downtown café. Sit back, relax and enjoy great food in Jasper’s mountain atmosphere. -KATE BARKER
Need a Ride? Sundog Tours (p 83) offers airport shuttles to Jasper. In town, Avis, Hertz and National have your driving needs covered. -DERRICK SZUSZKIEL
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KOREAN RESTAURANT
AGNI BISTRO Expertly prepared contemporary Asian and south Indian, specifically Gujarati, cuisine. Menu examples include medu vada, butter chicken, lamb vindaloo, pad Thai, chicken satay and Thai curry. Vegetarian and healthy choices. Reservation required. Connaught Sq, 620 Connaught Dr, 780-852-2660, agnibistro.com
AUTHENTIC BURGER Classic and contemporary burgers and fries. Fresh, hand-cut french fries and delicious burgers made from scratch, every day. Signature pickles, ketchup and mustard are also made on-site. Fresh buns are sourced from a local bakery fro a true taste of Jasper. Try the elk meatloaf burger! Kids’ menu available. Crimson Hotel Jasper, 200 Connaught Dr, 780-852-3394
EARLS IN THE ROCKIES Serving classic western Canadian and international favourites. This second-storey restaurant features an open-kitchen, a lounge and a wrap-around summer patio with beautiful mountain views. Menu items include pizza, ribs, salmon and Certified Angus beef entrées from Canadian producers. Great wine list and craft beers from local breweries available. Upstairs, 600 Patricia St at Miette Ave, 780-852-2393, earls.ca
JASPER CHINA RESTAURANT
Steeped in Chinese culinary tradition and practices, this restaurant brings the diverse flavours of traditional Chinese cuisine to the mountains. The expert chef team creates authentic dishes using fresh ingredients and spices. Discover the true taste of China in the heart of Jasper! 615 Patricia St, 780-852-3028, jasperchinarestaurant.com
JASPER CURRY PLACE This cozy restaurant has wood booth seating, art from India decorating the walls and a summer patio. Generous Indian buffets feature authentic Indian curries, lamb, butter chicken, vindaloo, tikka masala, naan and more. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free items are available. 632 Connaught Dr, 780-852-2227, jaspercurry.ca
JASPER SKYTRAM SUMMIT
CAFÉ Full-service, upscale dining at a casual mountaintop restaurant at the upper station. Every seat has incredible views of the surrounding landscape and the SkyTram. Menu samples include hot turkey and elk meatloaf sandwiches, salmon, gnocchi and burgers. Kids’ menu. Starbucks coffee and light fare at lower station Bascamp Café. 7 km/4.4 mi south of Jasper off the Icefields Pkwy, 780-852-3093, jasperskytram.com
K&L SUSHI Sharing the art of Japanese dining with the foothills since 2014. This local's favourite sells traditional and delicate rolls, combos and kids’ options. 201 Pembina Ave, Hinton. 780-865-1819
KIMCHI HOUSE Personable Monica An greets guests at her restaurant. The walls are decorated with traditional Korean paintings, adding to the atmosphere and delicious food. Menu items include hot pot soups, dumplings, stone bowl with seafood, beef, chicken and vegetables, and beef short ribs on a sizzling hot plate. Flavourful sauces have a choice of four spice levels. Vegetarian menu available. Listed in Where to Eat in Canada. Value-priced combos for 2-6 people available. 407 Patricia St, 780-852-5022, kimchihousejasper.com
MALIGNE CANYON WILDERNESS
KITCHEN Located in the woods by Jasper’s deepest gorge. Large windows and a patio overlook the river. Enjoy an impressive smokehouse-inspired menu alongside one of Jasper's most iconic hikes. This secluded spot is minutes from downtown of Jasper. Maligne Lake Rd, 11 km/7 mi from downtown, 1-844-762-6713, banffjaspercollection.com
MALIGNE LAKE CHALET Heritage chalet serves a daily lunch including homemade soup, fresh catch-of-theday, naturally raised Alberta beef ribeye, and roasted tomato and vegetable pasta. Limited seating available: reserve your space online. Maligne Lake Rd, 48 km/30 mi south of town, 1-888-900-6272, malignelake.com
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PAPA GEORGE’S A staple in Jasper since 1925. This recently renovated restaurant has a fireplace and sidewalk patio. Menu features classic Canadian cuisine such as AAA Alberta beef, wild boar, venison, vegetarian dishes and Saturday prime rib special. Their value-priced classic breakfast and soup and sandwich lunch specials are local favourites. Large wine list, espresso bar and take-out service available. 404 Connaught Dr, 780-852-2260, papageorgesjasper.com
SEASONS & SKYLINE RESTAU-
RANT This hotel restaurant combo has a comfy lounge and patio. Value-priced kids’ meals come with dessert. Enjoy the fireplace and mountain views. Lobstick Lodge, 94 Geikie St, 780-852-4431
SOMETHING ELSE Steakhouse & Greek restaurant. Serving a triple threat of authentic Greek, Italian and Cajun cuisine. Relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere with summer sidewalk seating. The menu features dishes made with fresh, quality ingredients and includes classic meals such as AAA Angus steaks, ribs, jambalaya, pasta, pizza and stir-fries as well as lamb or chicken souvlaki. Daily food specials, specialty cocktails, kids’ menu and free delivery. 621 Patricia St, 780-852-3850, somethingelsejasper.com
THE INN GRILL This familyfriendly restaurant is housed in an atrium dining room with a fireplace and a lounge with big screens. Enjoy the summer garden terrace. Menu items include BC salmon, AAA striploin steak, ribs, house-made pizza, wild game meatloaf and burgers. Weekly specials, daily breakfast buffet, craft beers and many wines by the glass. Jasper Inn and Suites, 98 Geikie St 780-852-3232, inngrilljasper.com
THE PINES Rustic dining with a fireplace, private room, and Pyramid Lake and mountain views. Rocky Mountain cuisine including AAA ribeye, roasted halibut, and potato herb gnocchi. Pyramid Lake Rd, 6 km/4 mi from town, 1-800-541-9779
Fresh, homemade, Canadian cuisine to satisfy all tastes & budgets
garden patio & fire pit • lounge & restaurant dining • family-friendly • take-out available
Situated in the courtyard of Jasper Inn & Suites
98 Geikie Street 780-852-3232
PICNIC PARADISE
Looking to eat in the fresh air with stunning mountain views? Jasper has many great spots for a scenic picnic. Lake Annette has a lakeside picnic area with a playground and beach. The shallow water is occasionally warm enough for swimming. An easy, paved walking path rings the lake. Pyramid Island is accessible by a footbridge. The lakeshore picnic sites have fire pits and interpretive signs about the area. Sixth Bridge is a quiet forested area where two rivers meet. Fire pits are available for public use. -KATE BARKER
THE VIEW AT MALIGNE LAKE
Famous view of Maligne Lake from the multi-level sundeck and indoors beneath vaulted cedar beams. Counter service for tasty meals, baked goods and hiking snacks. Maligne Lake Rd, 48 km/30 mi south of town, 1-888-900-6272, banffjaspercollection.com
WHISKY JACK GRILL Dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows, atrium lounge with HD for sports and patio with flowers. Chef John Riedler’s seasonal menus showcase classic Canadian fare that relies on local ingredients and house smoked meats. House-made sausages, smoked brisket, fresh halibut, vegetarian dishes, daily specials and unique beers. Juniper St, by the Tonquin Inn, 780-852-3585
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MONTANA’S “The Home of Canadian BBQ.” Family-friendly upstairs dining room with open kitchen, two fireplaces, three patios with mountain views and large TV screens. Falloff-the-bone ribs, grilled chicken, shrimp combo, pulled pork sandwich, fajitas, pasta, Cobb salad and salsa salmon. Gluten-free and vegetarian items. Daily specials and kids’ menu. 640 Connaught Dr at Hazel Ave. 2nd floor; elevator access, 780-852-3920, montanas.ca
SMITTY’S Casual and family-friendly restaurant with original artwork on the walls. Smitty’s has been serving Jasper for 50+ years. “All your favourites all day long!” 150 breakfast, lunch and dinner items include pancakes, waffles, skillets, quesadillas, stir-fries, sandwiches, Sterling Silver steaks and roast beef, burgers, and premium desserts. Kids’ and seniors’ menus. 109 Miette Ave, 780-852-3111, smittys.ca
FAST CASUAL
A&W EXPRESS Burger Family: teen, mama, papa, grandpa, uncle sirloin, veggie. Chicken strips. Naturally raised beef. Classic root beer. Kids’ packs. Eat in/take-out. All-day breakfast. 640 Connaught Dr, 780-852-4004
DAIRY QUEEN Famous ice cream treats, sundaes and blizzards. Also serving burgers, chicken fingers, kids menu and value packs. 804 Carmichael Lane, Hintom, 780-865-8832
KFC/PIZZA HUT Kentucky fried chicken, burgers and sides. Signature pizzas and create-your-own options. Buckets, boxes, single meals, wings. Eat in/take-out. Free delivery $25+ in town. 640 Connaught Dr, 780-852-5520
PIZZA HUT (Hinton) Signature pizzas and create-your-own options. Pasta, salads and dessert. Take-out/ delivery available. 554 Carmichael Lane, Hinton, 780-310-1010
CAFÉ & BAKERY
COCO'S CAFE Everything is made in-house. Artisan sourdoughs, coffee, espresso, cakes, cupcakes, breakfast and lunch. Vegetarian and vegan choices. 608-B Patricia St, 780-852-4550
HARVEST FOOD & DRINK
Homemade breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Tapas-based menu is the first in Jasper! Try delicious, authentic food from accomplished chef Sean Walker. 616 Patricia St, 780-852-9676
KING DRUG Retro games café serving tea lattés, root beer floats and homemade mini doughnuts. 144 Athabasca Ave, Hinton, 780-865-2645, kingdrug.ca
SNOWDOME COFFEE BAR Trendy, local's favourite coffee bar located in the laundromat. “The best cup of coffee in town,” according to PBS Travelscope. Fresh baking and signature drinks with beautiful latte art. Coffee makers, grinders and mugs for sale. New upstairs expansion opening this summer! 607 Patricia St, 780-852-3852, snowdome.coffee
SUNHOUSE CAFÉ Downtown café with domed sunroof, great views and plenty of natural sunlight. Specializing in healthy and delicious food, coffee and snacks. 610 Patricia St, 780-852-4742
THE OLD GRIND Locally roasted coffees, smoothies and Italian sodas. Fresh baking and light meals, all made in-house. Gluten-free and vegetarian options available. 175 Pembina Ave, Hinton, 780-856-1934, theoldgrind.ca
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DE’D DOG BAR & GRILL Jasper’s "living room" bar with pool table and darts. Menu includes steaks, burgers, full-of-toppings nachos, salads and sandwiches. Daily specials. Located in the Astoria Hotel, 404 Connaught Dr, 780-852-4328, deddog.com
WHISTLE STOP PUB “The local watering hole” with fireplace, soft chairs, sofas, HDs and pool table. Soups, hot dogs, sandwiches, game burger, Guinness battered fish 'n' chips, pasta and steaks. Occasional bands, 11 beers on tap and daily specials. Whistler’s Inn, 105 Miette Ave, 780-852-3361, whistlersinn.com/whistle-stop-pub
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Inspired cooking with fresh, local ingredients Cozy dining room • Glass-enclosed solarium Mountain and river view
Dinner 5:30 to 9 pm (last seating) Breakfast 8 to 11 am
