Reviews Block Kitchen And Bar

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Jason Jones
+5
The last time I was in Banff, Block was not around. That's too bad because it would have made my stay better. This visit we enjoyed the cheese and charcuterie board with its 4 meats, 4 cheeses, tapenade, and various nuts. It was fantastic and enough for two. We also tried the fried chicken skewers with the spicy mayo dip. These were a flavor explosion. If you like a little spice with your cocktail, try their margarita with the chopped chili pepper. The heat was perfect. But the cocktail to be topped is the mezquito which is like a mojito, but made with the smoky richness of mezcal. It was amazing! Ryan and the staff at the restaurant made our visit enjoyable and we look forward to our next trip. These two foodies will definitely be back!
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Ryan Legault
+5
After being unable to get a table the night before for dinner, we went back for lunch. Had a bunch of appetizers, 3 dips with Naan (Hummus, Edamame/Ava ado, and a third sauce which I forget what was in it), had 4 Oysters with a Maple Rye Mingonette, and then had the Red Devil Humboldt Calamari... All 3 appetizers were out of this world good! Some of the best Calamari I've ever had, the Oysters were unreal, perfect balance of flavour, and the dips were awesome. Could use a bit more Naan for the dips, but all in all, my wife and I had an absolutely stellar experience. I highly recommend trying this place! Thank you!
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Chris Dias
+5
Block: Kitchen and Bar (that’s how it’s phrased) has a novelty wine rack where bottles poke out of the wall. The light fixtures are either copper bowls or wireframe models of wormholes (at least I think). The name of the restaurant in branded into the serving boards. The drinks menu is glued to a slab of wood. The menu sits on a podium at the entrance. To put it simply, Block is cool, but in that annoying, trendy cool, the kind you both love and hate. The kind you like to hang around with and glean some attention from, but when away, begin to loathe and begrudge. That guy that both plays video games and goes to the gym. That girl that has a baby and regains her figure inside of a week. I bet the owners all smell like jasmine and say words like “urban” and “rustic” in casual conversation. One of them probably has an epic and perfectly groomed hipster beard. I’m not heading towards a negative review. I love Block…like I love Samuel L. Jackson or Christopher Walken, amazing actors, though you suspect are probably a little weird. I mean read that description above; it works. The food is absolutely stunning, let’s get that out of the way, but let’s also not deny some of the issues one could find with this restaurant. For one, its bar takes up more real estate than the anything else in the entire establishment. It’s obtrusive the way West Edmonton Mall is. Block’s menu differentiates food by vegetarian, gluten free or vegan…because apparently that has to be a thing now. Block’s website opens with the words “Urban Rustic” (I knew it!), stealing my most common descriptors, though I admit ones that don’t indicate anything about what kind of food to expect. There’s another issue with the menu. It commits a sin that I admit personally gets my hackles up: it lists appetizers as tapas. For those who need clarification, tapas should be presented as dozens of small offerings at cheap prices, meant to encourage numerous dishes shared among friends. It is not a synonym for “starters”. An 18$ cheese board is not tapas, neither is a $29 charcuterie. Asian lettuce wraps for $14? No. About the only thing that could qualify are the $5 fries (served with sumac and spicy mayo). A restaurant in my hometown committed that same transgression, and the public never let them forget it. Okay, so it’s established, you cannot rename appetizers as tapas unless you wish to invite ridicule. That pushed aside, what’s left is truly impressive. The menu options, even the ones under the tapas banner, are all tempting. We ended up settling on the 16$ Block burger (Angus beef, pork belly, roasted tomatoes, onion compote, mayo, and smoked cheddar) and the smoked pepper sausage & cheese sandwich (asiago, smoked mozzarella, leafy greens, onion compote, and grainy mustard), both served with the aforementioned side of fries. Although it took a while for our meal to arrive, the delivered wooden planks were topped with two of the best looking and tasting sandwiches I’ve ever had. These are the types of meals reputations are built on. They can be forgiven for the whole tapas thing; maybe I’m just working out issues. Here’s the thing: there’s a restaurant in my hometown that mimics many of the themes Block succeeds at. Where it differs is that Block’s “urban” and “rustic” ideology didn’t impede my enjoyment of the meal. With our local place, it did—chairs were oddly shaped, the bathrooms were labeled like Picasso-prints—I felt like I had to solve Lemarchand's box each time I ate there (a Hellraiser reference…yeah, no one got it on my review of that place either). Clarification through comparison—Block is a Lancer Evolution with proper ground effects and a stage 2 turbo tune while this local place is a Subaru WRX with an STI body kit and an 80 lbs. metal wing (wow, damning) The Block is cool in ways that enhanced my experience, like the small reeds tied with a knot rather than large toothpicks to keep sandwiches together. Yes, it’s a tad more expensive than your average lunch, but there’s value with the delivered meal. If I lived in Banff—and seriously, why would I—I could imagine Block being my regular spot. I’d imagine having a reserved stool by the bar where I would enjoy a meal while chatting it up with the owners…because I might, just might, come off a little cooler by just hanging out with them. They’d call me by my first name. I’d ask for a sandwich, and they’d just make me sandwich. I wouldn’t care what was in it. They’d serve me wine and we’d talk about the cool people they had in their establishment that day. They’d introduce me, say I was cool…sigh…dreamy—I-I…mean…sorry. They got good burgers. Food: 5/5 Service: 3.5/5 Presentation: 4/5 Value: 4.5/5 Recommendation: 4.5/5
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Katrina Michel
+5
Unique menu full of flavor. Awesome wait staff! We ate here twice during our stay in Banff. Bison flatbread and pulled duck lettuce wraps. Great beer as well!
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Mike Fisher
+5
Dropped in between the lunch and dinner crowds and relied on the server (great service BTW) for recommendations. After Irish Point oysters as an appetizer, I settled on the BBQ pork belly Bao buns for my entree. Mixed with spicy kimchi and toped with micro greens, this we one of the greatest things I have ever tasted. If you leave Banff without eating here, your trip will be incomplete.
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Jane Chew
+5
This is our new favourite place to eat in Banff!!!! Stopped in yesterday for lunch and we were pleasantly surprised! Loved the small quiet atmosphere and the food was amazing! Everything on the menu sounded fantastic. The waitress was very friendly and recommended the pork belly Asian lettuce wraps..hands down the best I have had.. we will definitely be back on our next visit!
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Kell Lee
+5
BEST place in Banff to hang out with friends and girlfriends with delicious tapas that have had a lot of thought put into them along with the cocktail selection; all fresh and flavourful. The best vibe with amazing atmosphere and music! Best bartenders, mainly Andy and Jonno! Not only is their service on point but they are such cool guys to chat with and catch the vibe of this amazing lounge. Absolutely love this place.
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Alexandra Hadash
+5
My mom and I ate lunch here. We had a few appetizers and a salad which the server recommended. All were excellent. Great selection of unique food and drinks. A must visit!!
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Colleen Peters
+5
Fantastic!! First night in Banff, celebrating our 10th anniversary. Popped in here and couldn't be happier...everything we tried was delicious and staff were friendly and attentive. Definitely recommend!
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Lynnette Lund
+5
My husband and I chose Block for its urban and modern atmosphere, and were so impressed by the food! The calamari was cooked perfectly, and the charcuterie board was delicious. Our server was very knowledgeable and helpful! Definitely worth a visit if you're in Banff!
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Cody Staus
+5
Great service. Food was rocking. These guys tHe simple ingredients and make mouth watering small plates. Great place for a quick nosh. Suggested beverage - reverse old fashioned. Keep it up.
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Claire Wenstrom
+5
LOVE this place! The food is outstanding, the atmosphere is cozy & inviting, the staff is friendly and efficient. My friend and I stopped in for lunch and went back for dinner the same day!
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Silvya Mazerolle
+5
Absolutely the best food in Banff. I've been in Banff skiing for 25 years and enjoyed this little gem more than any other restaurant during that time. Jessica - waitress-hostess-wonder women made our meal even better with her warmth and friendliness. Go!!!
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Ann Sweeney
+5
If I were a Banff resident I'd LIVE at this place. (As it was, we ate here for lunch AND dinner one day of our visit.) Atmosphere, cocktails, food, service — all stellar. Will definitely be back next time I'm in Banff!
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Robert Dickey
+5
I've been traveling America and Canada for the last couple of weeks and this is the best food I have had on my entire vacation. The food is off the hook; fresh, delicious and perfect for sharing. The cocktails are perfect too.
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Bo Bonia
+5
I had the most amazing thai cod curry !Im very impressed with your food !Yummy �Wish we had your resteuruant in Toronto �
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Julie Dell
+5
This is a “must visit” when you come to Banff!! We stumbled upon this gem and so happy we did! It’s small and quaint and the food was killer. We visited twice and both times were memorable and delish. Don’t skip it! If you are a true foodie you will appreciate the cuisine
Apr 08, 2019
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SR
+4
Good restaurant. The three dips and naan appetizer was excellent. The burger and chicken sandwich were decent. The cold ramen soup was really good.

The service was prompt and friendly.

Overall, a good restaurant (as my first sentence states).
Sep 11, 2017
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Jane
+5
It was amazing experience. The food and service were great. The menu seemed a little confusing but the food food so good I'll remember forever that tuna that was melting in my mouth.
Apr 10, 2017
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Greg Shewciw
+5
Walked in and was surprised of how small and cozy the place was. The staff was very pleasant and helpful. The food was delicious, very flavourful and the presentation was awesome. The rum selection top notch. Definitely will be back!!!!
Mar 11, 2017
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JDb_
+3.5
Luckily the food was actually delicious, because the service kinda sucked. Server Never really checked back on us too see how the food was tasting. Usually I don't care but I wanted to order another drink, but the server seemed as if she did not want to come back to our table. She would literally put the food down then leave so quickly I couldn't get a word in....

The interior is very loud and cramped. You literally are eating with the table next to you so it's pretty awkward.

They also have a good selection of vegan/vegetarian options. However this place is quite expensive, but worth it in my opinion. Usually tapas restaraunts are quite pricey. For two of us our bill was about 60 bucks.

I would definitely come back the next time I'm in Banff!
Feb 12, 2017
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Tmoski
+4.5
Wow. Speechless. Original. Fusion. Classy. We ate the calamari, chicken on a skewer, shrimp, duck rolls, lettuce wraps. We might have been a bit inebriated and really hungry but the food was excellent. There's only a few hidden gems in Banff and I put this one at the top of my list for creativity and passion. Every dish was great and I can't wait to go back to make sure it wasn't a one off. No wonder it was so busy when we went there!
Dec 20, 2016
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Jjd3
+4
Modern restaurant fare, local owners serving food and pouring drinks. Small plates to share, good wine and cocktail menu, fun atmosphere. Limited seating, so make reservations.
Nov 26, 2016
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S.W
+5
I loved this place ! The menu is great with lots of good choices, reasonable prices and perfect for sharing. However the drink menu is quite pricey, so I will not be drinking here - $12.50-$13 for cocktails.
The restaurant is very small but they have some outdoor seating which was really nice !! We shared the pork belly lettuce wraps and beef tataki rolls. They were both so flavourful I would order them again in a heartbeat. The table next to us ordered the calamari and it looked fantastic too. I definitely have a few more items I would like to try. So I will be back !!!

Aug 26, 2016
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Franco_eats
+4
I came here with friends for a Saturday night dinner. We made reservations in advance, and it is a good thing we did as this place had limited seating. The food and drinks were pretty good (nothing groundbreaking), although for how cramped it was, I do not think I would come back with a large group.

Definitely better for a date night. I don't mind the hipster vibe, and the bottom line is that this is one of a shrinking bunch of non-chain restaurants in Banff. I will go back and give them another try, and recommend that if it isn't too busy, you check them out as well.
Jun 17, 2016
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Liz Shaw
+4
Far better than I thought based on the reviews. Definitely a Westernized Tapas-style bar. We ended up ordering about six dishes total plus a dessert to share. Expensive bill for the amount of food, but the sauces were to die for so we were not too upset. Definitely a "hipster" small bar, and with really friendly service. Perfect for evening snacking too as the kitchen didn't stop serving until 10:30pm, unlike a few other food places around town.
Jun 13, 2016
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Check Please
+4
Well I like the atmosphere. Food good. Drinks are awesome.





































































May 30, 2016
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Lauren Smith
+5
I have eaten their a few times and always have a good experience! It is a bit expensive, but I don't mind paying for good quality food and service. Being a local in Banff I have found it hard to find places that are consistent and places that I would like to go back to over and over again, especially being in the hospitality industry myself. They always change up their menu, and it's always good. Would definitely recommend it!
Jan 31, 2016
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Gizmo's Momma
+3.5
I was told that The Block was the place to eat in Banff. Tried to eat there in the fall, but from outside it looked packed. We decide to try somewhere else.

But today we are back and decided to give it a try. I know why it appeared so packed. It is one of the smallest restaurant I have been in. 5 tables with a bar. I felt claustrophobic and we were one of two occupied tables.

The food was good. Not superduperfragalistic awesome, but good. It seems they are trying really hard to make everything super trendy when there really is no need to try that hard. That combined with no room to move makes this likely my last visit.
Jan 23, 2016
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Moira Jean
+5
Lovely little gem in the center of town. Great flavours and textures on all of the dishes we ordered. Artfully served. We sat and stared at them for awhile. Wonderful service from an Aussie hipster.  Just all around great experience.
Dec 14, 2015
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Misha M
+5
Block was phenomenal in taste and atmosphere. Cozy little place with a few tables inside and out as well as space at the bar.

The food was great and fused western fair with traditional Indian flavours for the dishes we had.

Lastly, our server and host, Katie, did an amazing job. Due to some scheduling conflicts, she was the only person working a swamped dining room and patio. Despite all of this, she was still an excellent host and did a wonderful job catering to our needs.

Will definitely be back in the future.
Sep 11, 2015
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Sammibee247
+5
Amazing calamari... Which was on special. Best I have ever had! The staff was amazing! I love feeling welcome at places :) the scallops were to die for! Everything about this place is fabulous, the atmosphere was great and I love when the chef came out before and after our meal to talk to us 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 defiantly will be back next time I am in banff!
Aug 25, 2015
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Jenny Anderson
+5
Excellent food and atmosphere. Unique flavours tastefully done. We had the block salad which was loaded with goods and a lovely mild dressing, the chicken skewers had a perfect batter with a fantastic sauce, and the lettuce wraps were different with amazing flavours. Bear in mind they are tapas, so smaller dish sizes but so much fun to be able to mix up different dishes.
Aug 24, 2015
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Prince Gastronome
+4.5
Block: Kitchen and Bar (that’s how it’s phrased) has a novelty wine rack where bottles poke out of the wall. The light fixtures are either copper bowls or wireframe models of wormholes (at least I think). The name of the restaurant in branded into the serving boards. The drinks menu is glued to a slab of wood. The menu sits on a podium at the entrance. To put it simply, Block is cool, but in that annoying, trendy cool, the kind you both love and hate. The kind you like to hang around with and glean some attention from, but when away, begin to loathe and begrudge. That guy that both plays video games and goes to the gym. That girl that has a baby and regains her figure inside of a week. I bet the owners all smell like jasmine and say words like “urban” and “rustic” in casual conversation. One of them probably has an epic and perfectly groomed hipster beard.

I’m not heading towards a negative review. I love Block…like I love Samuel L. Jackson or Christopher Walken, amazing actors, though you suspect are probably a little weird. I mean read that description above; it works. The food is absolutely stunning, let’s get that out of the way, but let’s also not deny some of the issues one could find with this restaurant. For one, its bar takes up more real estate than the anything else in the entire establishment. It’s obtrusive the way West Edmonton Mall is. Block’s menu differentiates food by vegetarian, gluten free or vegan…because apparently that has to be a thing now. Block’s website opens with the words “Urban Rustic” (I knew it!), stealing my most common descriptors, though I admit ones that don’t indicate anything about what kind of food to expect.

There’s another issue with the menu. It commits a sin that I admit personally gets my hackles up: it lists appetizers as tapas. For those who need clarification, tapas should be presented as dozens of small offerings at cheap prices, meant to encourage numerous dishes shared among friends. It is not a synonym for “starters”. An 18$ cheese board is not tapas, neither is a $29 charcuterie. Asian lettuce wraps for $14? No. About the only thing that could qualify are the $5 fries (served with sumac and spicy mayo). A restaurant in my hometown committed that same transgression, and the public never let them forget it. Okay, so it’s established, you cannot rename appetizers as tapas unless you wish to invite ridicule.

That pushed aside, what’s left is truly impressive. The menu options, even the ones under the tapas banner, are all tempting. We ended up settling on the 16$ Block burger (Angus beef, pork belly, roasted tomatoes, onion compote, mayo, and smoked cheddar) and the smoked pepper sausage & cheese sandwich (asiago, smoked mozzarella, leafy greens, onion compote, and grainy mustard), both served with the aforementioned side of fries. Although it took a while for our meal to arrive, the delivered wooden planks were topped with two of the best looking and tasting sandwiches I’ve ever had. These are the types of meals reputations are built on.

They can be forgiven for the whole tapas thing; maybe I’m just working out issues. Here’s the thing: there’s a restaurant in my hometown that mimics many of the themes Block succeeds at. Where it differs is that Block’s “urban” and “rustic” ideology didn’t impede my enjoyment of the meal. With our local place, it did—chairs were oddly shaped, the bathrooms were labeled like Picasso-prints—I felt like I had to solve Lemarchand's box each time I ate there (a Hellraiser reference…yeah, no one got it on my review of that place either). Clarification through comparison—Block is a Lancer Evolution with proper ground effects and a stage 2 turbo tune while this local place is a Subaru WRX with an STI body kit and an 80 lbs. metal wing (wow, damning)

The Block is cool in ways that enhanced my experience, like the small reeds tied with a knot rather than large toothpicks to keep sandwiches together. Yes, it’s a tad more expensive than your average lunch, but there’s value with the delivered meal. If I lived in Banff—and seriously, why would I—I could imagine Block being my regular spot. I’d imagine having a reserved stool by the bar where I would enjoy a meal while chatting it up with the owners…because I might, just might, come off a little cooler by just hanging out with them. They’d call me by my first name. I’d ask for a sandwich, and they’d just make me sandwich. I wouldn’t care what was in it. They’d serve me wine and we’d talk about the cool people they had in their establishment that day. They’d introduce me, say I was cool…sigh…dreamy—I-I…mean…sorry.

They got good burgers.

Food: 5/5

Service: 3.5/5

Presentation: 4/5

Value: 4.5/5

Recommendation: 4.5/5
Aug 09, 2015
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Donnalaksma
+4.5
Fantastic!. I love everything about this restaurant. The small, but stylish interior with a great vibe, the friendly service, but most of all the deliciousness of their menu. Perfect portions at a great price, and thoughtful flavors in all the dishes. Also, a great cocktail menu. The kiwi G&T is so good, I'm going to try and duplicate it at home. Excellent place to enjoy food and drinks with a partner.
May 21, 2015
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Godspeedette
+4.5
Absolutely wonderful meal!. We managed to snag a table for dinner without a reservation, and what luck as this was hands down one of the best meals we have had in months. The place is small and a bit tight but the atmosphere was good and the food and cocktails even better. It was impossible to choose a favourite dish between the chicken skewers, prawns, duck spring rolls (we vow to try and recreate this amazing side sauce at home!), and hanger steak. As for cocktails, the honey bear, kiwi G&T and orange mojito were fantastic! Service was friendly and helpful. We were also very pleased to see how reasonable our bill was. Thinking back on our various meals out over the last year this was likely one of the best quality for such good value. All around two very thrilled diners. Alas, our only regret was not returning for lunch the next day to try the flat bread and another honey bear! This place will remain on our must visit list each time we are in Banff.
May 19, 2015
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Captain Face Stuffer
+4.5
The duck poutine? Spectacular.
The curry lamb? Outta sight yo
May 03, 2015
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Tanya Maria
+4.5
Fantastic!!. So happy that we discovered this hidden gem. The Chef really has a talent. The gal working in the front of house was fab too. She was on the ball and doing it all...hostess, server, bartender,etc. I had the scallops and WOW! The best I have ever tried. They had this lovely orange drizzle, and the cocktail was great too. Served with a smile, which is rare now a days. I will be recommending this place to anyone I know visiting Banff. Hats off to the staff and chef. Don't change a single thing.
Apr 08, 2015
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Alyssa Moore
+4.5
Best meal out I've had in a while and for a great price. Boyfriend and I split an order of duck spring rolls, lamb meatballs and split the lamb vindaloo entree. Probably the best vindaloo to ever grace my palate. Small, cozy resto - the kind where you end up chatting with your neighbours. Andy's service was great. Same with bearded Aussie on the bar and the kitchen wizard in the back of house who whipped up a dairy free lava cake with caramel ice cream and raspberry ganache on the very strict dessert demand of "surprise us."
Mar 22, 2015
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Zolaman91
+4.5
Great restuarant. Great food
Great service
Great atmosphere
10/10!
wish this restaurant was in my neighborhood.
Just one thing, if you are looking to eat large amount of food I would not recommend this place.
Their servings aren't for a full meal.
I really liked the twist they put on each menu.
Mar 02, 2015
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YEGirl
+4.5
Small and modern place in Banff. The food was really good. The service was great. The server made a special drink and it was awesome. Had a really good experience here. I love this place.
Feb 27, 2015
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Patrick S
+4.5
By far my favourite restaurant in Banff. Delicious, hip, cozy, and reasonably priced. Best for groups of two.
Feb 22, 2015
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Andrew
+4.5
Great joint for a couple beers in a start up atmosphere. Foods easy and good. Really glad this place is in Banff!
Feb 08, 2015
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St
+4.5
Very pleasant and knowledgable server and friendly assistant chef. All items we selected were wonderful and unique. Reasonable prices.
Jan 27, 2015
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Michael Johnston
+4.5
Best place in Banff!. Found this little gem in Banff while browsing Urbanspoon, and it's exactly the place I was looking for! It's a small restaurant with a nice interior, and excellent food! Everything I tried was so unique yet so delicious. I always end off the meal with the tiramisu creme brulee! I come here everytime I'm in Banff!
Jan 09, 2015
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Zandrie Orgovan
+4.5
Although very small, this restaurant did not disappoint in service and quality of food. I had the pork belly lettuce wraps and my partner had the bison flatbread. We were both very satisfied with the flavor and presentation of our dishes. The price point for the quality of the food was very reasonable. We'll be back or sure.
Dec 09, 2014
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Sylvie De Calgary
+4.5
My husband and I went to this restaurant only knowing that the reviews on Urban Spoon were pretty good. We had read about their bison burgers and how good they were. When we got there we were told it was on their lunch menu but not their dinner menu. But then our waiter said "no problem, we will do it for you". We are thankful because it was delicious. A delicious bison patty, not overcook, with a blueberry compote, grainy mustard, caramelized onions, brie and more on a ciabatta bun. The fries were great with just a touch of summac (spelling?). A good pint with it and that is all we needed! We loved it and will come back!
Dec 01, 2014
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Sharmaine Whetter
+4.5
Awesome service, along with great lettuce wraps and a refreshing watermelon splash cocktail! Will recommend this to everyone!
Oct 12, 2014
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Okie
+4.5
Totally worth checking out!! Great burger and fries, very unique taste. It's a small place that has everything!!
Oct 11, 2014
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Kadie Drake
+4.5
I have been to The block about 5-6 times since they've opened. I've waited until today to write a review because now I can say they are very consistent.

What pulled me in was some familiar faces but what won me over was the watermelon splash cocktail. It's a refreshing drink that isn't too sweet but allows the watermelon and cucumber to compliment each other.
The renovations and decor are simple but well executed. It gives a vibe that appeals to everyone. From their organic beer to their also popular beers on tap.
Another huge element to their constant rising success is their menu options for lunch and dinner. In the bottom right hand corner, it has a list of symbols that indicate which is vegetarian, vegan, ocean sustainable and glutton free. Again, making it easy for just anybody to come in and enjoy.
So far I have tried the lamb skewer. The tzasiki was spot on and the meat was juicy and was not dry like I found it to be at many local locations. We also tried the Thai pork belly lettuce wraps. Again, the peanut sauce was amazing. All their sauces are made in house, right down to their sweet and fluffy techured ketchup.
I went for lunch today and had the crispy chicken sandwich with fries. The fries were nicely seasoned. Normally I prefer them plain but they added some sweetness to it that I enjoyed. I asked to add avocado to the sandwich and it was an excellent decision. The sandwich would have been fine but in my opinion, it was needed.
Having had worked with one of the cooks before, he was friendly and very happy. Ryan is and always has been very passionate about what he does and you can see that in the food he puts out.
The main chef also came out to ask me what I thought and thanked me for returning as often as I have been with new people all the time. It is a great feeling to be appreciated by staff especially when you enjoy the great atmosphere and food. I plan to try everything on the menu at some point and hopefully they keep up this consistency with food and service! Check it out
Jul 16, 2014
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Melany G McTavish
+4.5
Great little bar, excellent food! Im in love with the spicy mayo!!
Jul 15, 2014
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Focusgriffintown
+4.5
Wonderful discovery. Great food, good atmosphere, friendly service but not pretentious! We were told that they had just opened - we're thrilled to talk about this new restaurant! Worth coming to the BLOCK if you are in the area.
Jul 15, 2014
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Beastmode
+4.5
Food is excellent although I haven't tried much of it. The cocktail menu is tremendous I highly recommend the B&B. the service can be a little slow at times but it's worth the wait. Happy to have a new restaurant/bar in our little mountain town.
Jul 14, 2014
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Ron Rouben
+4.5
Checked out this new place sat on the patio great for people watching tried there spicy devil margaritas was told by the owner that the cocktail list was created by a bartender oversea s that won a world class bartender award the cocktail menu was very unique inside was cozy with lots tv s next time I go I wana try the pork belly sand
Jul 14, 2014
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David Nunes
+5
Super cool vibe. This small yet mighty place is great for intimate experiences and I guarantee you won’t leave without making a new friend or two. The highlight of this place by far is the drinks, they are sophisticated and a fair price. The food was good but a bit over priced, yet still tasty. Our bartender Reese was friendly and courteous. Highly recommend this place but be ready to spend money.
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RGK Kalra
+5
Such a cool little restaurant in the heart of banff. Would highly recommend it. It’s Asian fusion flavors . Everything from the hostess to our server Kaz was awesome. We loved the two dishes we ordered. Loved the risotto especially.. It was so flavorful. They have gluten free options and also clearly marked on the menu, which is always so helpful. We did have to wait like 40 minutes for a table as they are a small restaurant. If you can try and make reservations.
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Christina
+4
Restaurant is busy, staff are friendly. Food tastes OK overall. - pulled duck poutine: meat is tender and flavorful, though the sauce is a bit too salty. - katsu curry bowl: bread coated deep fried pork cutlet with curry sauce, on top of rice. The rice is a bit soft and sticky.
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Monica K
+5
I’ve attempted going to this place for dinner about twice and it had about 30-40min waiting list for indoor seating. However for patio seating on a chilly day? We got to sit immediately! If you follow this strategy make sure you wear warm clothes. I’d say after trying the food and service it was well worth it. We ordered the Asian lettuce wraps, one with pulled duck and the other with pork belly. They arrived with a spicy sauce, a peanut sauce, lettuce, kimchi, and the chosen meat. Crafting your lettuce wrap was simple and delicious. We also tried the karaage and it was very crisp, but it def needed some sauce which it thankfully came with. Also don’t be shy to ask for a straw if you order a cocktail! Overall my favorite place to eat in Banff and I’m glad we gave it a try.
5
Janice See
+5
Had a great time here and loved all the food we ordered! It’s easy to miss this spot if you don’t know about it, and I will be recommending this place to anyone heading to Banff. The highlight for me was Korean BBQ Saikoro Steak; it was soo tender and juicy. My mouth is watering just thinking about it and I’d come back just for that alone! As for drinks, I had a passionfruit mojito - slightly disappointed as it wasn’t minty or limey to me at all and was really just like a passionfruit soda. Tasty, nonetheless! I’d like to try their beet cocktail next time.
4
Kristian Barkemeyer
+4
Nice cosy place. Food is very flavorful and well presented. I have had most of the small plates and they are excellent for sharing. The curry ramen was full of flavor and had a hint of heat. The "UnBeetable" cocktail was excellent. The server was polite and answered any questions we had in regards to the dishes. Will be back again
5
Kristina Miller
+5
We didn’t quite think through dinner plans and ended up at Block. I’m so glad we did! The drinks were amazing, the food was flavorful and well executed. We had the truffle fries, bao buns, karaage chicken skewers, and calamari. The food was tapas style so you get a little bit of everything. We devoured all of it, me and my family of four. The service was impeccable and the atmosphere was fun. I thought Block was wonderfully different from the other food options in downtown Banff. (Pictured are the passion fruit mojito, the before and after, and the truffle fries)
5
CherryGarcia666
+5
100% must try while you're here in Banff! I will fly back out here for the mountain ranges, beautiful lakes, and then stop by here for a great meal. I got the pork belly lettuce wraps and the pork belly bao buns, both deserve high praise. The pork was so tender and flavorful, the sauce in the buns and sauce for the wraps were incredible. The kimchi... I don't like kimchi but I actually finished it all, my wife was baffled that I actually liked it. This restaurant will be on my mind when I fly back to the states, will be back to try more of the menu when I come back.
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