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Fresh Mediterranean in the heart of Banff. - Balkan Mediterranean Restaurant, Banff, AB

Balkan Mediterranean Restaurant

4.7
4.7
761 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Fresh Mediterranean in the heart of Banff established in 1984. Our Yia Yia (Grandma) lived to be 103 years old for a reason — Greece's fresh and healthy diet. Balkan brings together the best of lunch and dinner for an incredible all-day feast with plenty of vegetarian and halal options. From fresh pita wraps to mouthwatering souvlaki, prepare your taste buds for fun & flavourful Mediterranean dishes paired perfectly with vibrant cocktails and fruity spirit-free drinks. Join us weekly for Greek Night with belly dancing, plate smashing and traditional dancing! OPA! Banff's famous free live dinner show, reservations recommended.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Halal
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (403) 762-3454
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Balkan offers group & private dining options accommodating 8-120 guests.Belly dancing & plate smashing /Total venue Greek experience.Learn more/connect about group dining:https://www.banffcollective.com/balkan-events
  • Area
    Banff
  • Cross Street
    Caribou
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Entertainment
    Balkan Greek nights... Banff's favorite FREE live dinner show! Greek nights are a 5-star dinner extravaganza featuring belly dancing, plate smashing & Greek dancing. Enjoy the Balkan's full a la carte food & drinks menu. All ages are welcome. Reserve your table through Open Table experiences
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wine

Experiences

  • 🧿𝑭𝑹𝑬𝑬 LIVE DINNER SHOW: Balkan Greek Night

    Multiple dates available
    𝑭𝑹𝑬𝑬 𝒍𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒓 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒘!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Greek night is a 5-star dinner extravaganza featuring belly dancing, plate smashing & Greek dancing. Show starts at 8:00 pm! Enjoy the Balkan's full a la carte food & drinks menu. All ages are welcome. . . .
    🧿𝑭𝑹𝑬𝑬 LIVE DINNER SHOW: Balkan Greek Night photo
  • Balkan $29.99 Appreciation Special 🍃

    12 Nov 2024 - 15 May 2025
    Be our guest! Join us for our $29.99 appreciation special featuring 3 courses of fresh Mediterranean fare. Elevate your meal with our special wine pairing, selected to complement each fresh dish. Reservations are recommended, walk-ins are welcome. Feature menu available Sunday - Friday, starting January 6. Not available during select dates and holidays.
    Balkan $29.99 Appreciation Special 🍃 photo
  • 🎉 Balkan Early NYE Dinner

    CAD 25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Gather with family for a 3 course $60 Greek Feast Children's menu available for guests 10 & under / 2-hour dining time / Reservations highly recommended Full deposit refund before Dec 1, 2024 50% deposit refund between December 1-15, 2024 Non-refundable deposit from December 16, 2024 onward The booking deposit will be applied to the final bill Tax (5%) and auto-gratuity (18%) not included

What 761 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Banff / Canmore

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Banff / Canmore

    Good for groups

  • Banff / Canmore

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Balkan Mediterranean Restaurant in Banff offers a lively dining experience with "outstanding food and service." Guests adore the "authentic Greek cuisine," featuring tender lamb and flavorful souvlaki. The ambiance is vibrant, often featuring belly dancing and interactive shows. "Highly recommend" for a memorable and fun night out.

761 Reviews
  1. LETICIA

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. The waiter, charming, explained the menu and the possible options for our celiac daughter. The only downside was that they were a little slow in bringing the food. It is true that we were a large table of 10 people,
    Balkan Mediterranean RestaurantResponded today
    Hello Leticia, Thank you for taking your time to share your feedback. Whilst I'm grateful to hear you enjoyed our service and food, I am apologetic about your wait time on food. Excellence is what we strive for and on your night we missed the mark. Please contact me at ashton@banffbalkan.ca if you would like to discuss this further. Thank you for your feedback, and we look forward to hosting you again!

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  2. Wanda

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server Nathan was the perfect blend of friendly and jovial and professional. Food was delicious!

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  3. Connie

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This restaurant experience did not disappoint! Great drinks, exceptional Greek food and wonderful service.

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  4. David

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fantastic. Server was Emily and she took great care of us! The food was wonderful. Best dinner we had all week! Chicken souvlaki was delicious and starters were yummy as well. We will be back!

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  5. Andreas

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our annual Christmas Party dinner was a wonderful event held at Balkan. We give 100% marks to the staff / management and entertainers. Overall great value for you money. We support and recommend to family and friends.

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  6. RyanRyan

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The night started with a bang got the special for both me and the wife they are very accommodating for gluten-free. Had the wipped Feta to start amazing. The calamari was very good. Then we had the lamb shank very tender. Desert was included, but something happened that threw everything thing off service basically stopped, and options for Desert were gone. And it was pretty much take the bill see you later. No adjustments for no Desert crappy way to end what was a pretty cool experience

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  7. Anjuli

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent, and our waiter was terrific and knowledgeable. I would definitely go back.

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  8. Christina

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    An exceptional dining experience in the heart of downtown Banff! The food was abundant and delicious, the atmosphere was vibrant and welcoming, and the service was top-notch. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a fantastic meal in a lively setting. A true five-star experience!

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  9. K2017

    VIP

    Calgary

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great dinner at Balkan restaurant. It’s our go to spot for great Greek food!

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  10. Dave

    Calgary

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    If you're looking for a fun night with great food and entertainment, this is where to go in Banff. Not so if you're looking for a quiet romantic dinner.

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Balkan Mediterranean Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 761 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Balkan Mediterranean Restaurant

120 Banff Avenue, Banff, AB T1L 1B6

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Caribou
  • Area
    Banff
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Halal
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Balkan Greek nights... Banff's favorite FREE live dinner show! Greek nights are a 5-star dinner extravaganza featuring belly dancing, plate smashing & Greek dancing. Enjoy the Balkan's full a la carte food & drinks menu. All ages are welcome. Reserve your table through Open Table experiences
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    (403) 762-3454
  • Private party facilities
    Balkan offers group & private dining options accommodating 8-120 guests.Belly dancing & plate smashing /Total venue Greek experience.Learn more/connect about group dining:https://www.banffcollective.com/balkan-events
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