Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant in Calgary

Excellent, atmosphere and service!! Loved it all!!

My husband and I got married in October. Rosa and her team were incredible. They were very attentive, and we could not have picked a better place for our wedding! The food was incredible and the venue was gorgeous!!

The food and atmosphere were excellent but after we were seated no one came to our table to welcome us or ask us if there was anything we wanted while we were waiting. We had to summon a waiter to ask for wine

Lovely place to visit. Very nice staff. Food was very good, well prepared and hot when it arrived.

THE BEST FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH IN CALGARY!!!!! Honestly!!! The restaurant Market used to hold this title but it closed down before Covid. AND...With the reintroduction of the new and improved fried chicken sandwich at Bow Valley...you wont be disappointed! The mayo sauce is a secret concoction of delightfulness...and the coleslaw and pickles are to die for! Honestly that coleslaw inside is soooo much better than the cabbage they used to put in there. KUDOS TO THE CHEFS for improving this dish to PERFECTION!!!!

Great place, cool décor, tasty food and good service! Thank you Adrianna! Food

What I like about this place - they never overcomplicate food! It is reminding me home style food with a touch of chefs ideas! The vibe is so cozy regardless of the season!

Really nice views and customer service, very historic and unique restaurant. Awesome experience. Parking: Lots of parking nearby Kid-friendliness: Family friendly environment

We had a highly disappointing experience while trying to book Bow Valley Ranche as our wedding venue, specifically due to the lack of communication from the coordinator, Rosa. Responses were painfully slow, often delayed to the point that we had to send multiple follow-ups, and even then, she frequently missed essential details from previous emails. Eventually, she just stopped responding altogether. After asking four separate times, we finally received the venues availability. Knowing the venue availability was crucial for us, as it would help determine if this location was even a possibility for our wedding. It should have been one of the first things communicated, but instead, it became a frustrating back-and-forth process. Nearly three weeks later, we managed to schedule a visit, taking time off work to fit her restricted hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. When we arrived, the host staff was unfriendly, and we had to sit and wait for Rosa to come meet us. Despite asking in advance about the length of the visit (an email question that went unanswered again), the meeting itself was only about 15 minutes. The entire experience felt like a waste of our time. Rosa assured us that she d send a quote right after the visit, but it s now been over two weeks, and we still haven t received any communication from her. After everything, we even thought about calling or emailing once again to follow up, but we knew that it would just be a waste of our time. Wedding planning requires timely responses and clear communication, especially when couples are juggling multiple vendors and deadlines. We felt our time was undervalued throughout this process, and it was frustrating to feel we were the only ones following up. This experience also left us doubting whether important details would be properly managed or even communicated if we chose this venue. For a wedding, having a coordinator who is both attentive and reliable is crucial, and unfortunately, we felt neither of those qualities were demonstrated here. Given our experience, we would not recommend Bow Valley Ranche as a venue at all. We ultimately decided to go with another location, and we encourage other couples to consider their options carefully before choosing this venue.

Hi! my name is Annie Faria. I would like to thanks Bow Valley Ranche. One of the best decision I have made. The event was my wedding gift to my sister She got married here On October 5 and it was absolutely wonderful! Stunning Location it was absolutely breathtaking! The views were stunning, and the staff went above and beyond to make our day special. Every corner of the venue is picture-perfect. Everyone here is so nice and helpful. I would like to especially thank our coordinator at Bow Ranch she did a great job! Our planning process was stress-free! They took care of every detail and ensured everything went smoothly on the big day, we wouldnt change anything. They handled everything from timeline, decorations, and the food so the day was virtually stress free for us. All of our guests loved it and said that this was one of the best weddings they have ever been to. Its an absolutely beautiful venue and the food they make is delicious! We loved out whole experience with Bow Valley Ranche and would highly recommend to anyone getting married in Calgary.

Our family held an event for about 75 people at The Ranche. The food was delicious. The facilities were attractive, and the staff was friendly and helpful. Rosa s knowledge and experience were invaluable in planning our event. Many of our family members and friends remarked on the quality of the experience, and we will unquestionably return to The Ranche for our next event.

Lovely atmosphere with friendly and attentive staff.I really enjoy their brunch menu which has a good selection that gives you great quality and portions.I highly recommend the BVR burger! It s the best tasting burger I ve had in Calgary.

If you are thinking of booking a wedding here, save your time and look elsewhere. Especially if you have to work with the event coordinator, Rosa. She was incredibly hard to work with and it took multiple back and forth emails with her to get the most basic information on their venue. We even took time off work to go see the venue, all for a quick 15 minutes of questions that could have easily been done over the phone. Afterwards, Rosa said she would provide us a quote and she never did. This was over a month ago. Its a shame because the venue itself is quite nice. If only they didnt have an incompetent, and unorganized event coordinator.

Friendly staff, great service, delicious food. Ill be back for any special occasions.

This place is absolutely stunning with very attentive staff and delicious food. Unfortunately, they made a terrible error around an allergy and while it worked out in the end, could have been very serious. I appreciate that they comped the meal and profusely apologized but unfortunately can t rate the restaurant higher. Be VERY careful if you have allergies.

Beef tenderloin was to die for. And the chocolate cheesecake. Wow

What an authentic place to dine in . Food was very delicious . Great place to go if you need a break from city.

First off, I want to acknowledge and praise Richard for his outstanding service; he is the epitome of service excellence. We felt welcome and invited from the moment we stepped foot in the door. Second, I brought my family here for my wife s birthday and heard nothing but praise all night (and multiple times afterwards) regarding what an excellent choice I made in going here. From the very short, but wonderful walk up to the establishment (which tricks you into thinking you are out of town). To the cosy and classy atmosphere that strikes the right balance between intimacy and spaciousness, I am confident in saying this is the type of place you need to experience, and do so more than once. I am confident in saying this is our new destination for family dining and celebration. Dietary restrictions: Gluten friendly options and variations were on point Kid-friendliness: Although a classy establishment, I did not get posh vibes, or elitism which speaks to the feel of what a ranch should be. No one took themselves too seriously, which made having my child with me an enjoyable experience.

Great food in a historic ranch house nestled in the grassy plain of Fish Creek Park. After dinner, take a stroll around the grands and read about the original owner.

We wanted to thank you for all the coordination that you made for a memorable night that we had. Rosa, the event manager, and all of her colleagues have been very friendly, kind and helpful in a way that our guests had a great time and was talking about how nicely they were treated. We truely enjoyed having our wedding at Bow Valley Ranch.

Nice experience .

Overall, everything else was good and the service was great. However, I ordered a medium rare steak, and it arrived almost well done no pink at all. When I asked the kitchen to double-check, my server requested a remake. (She is very nice!!) The new steak was a different cut, had no fruit, and was more on the rare side (which I m okay with). It just felt like there was some tension around my request, which took away from the brunch experience.

Great food, fantastic service. Beautiful place to eat

It s a lovely place. The food is pretty ok (not special or great). I might update my review after trying the afternoon tea (which I couldn t get last time since it requires a reservation by phone, not via OpenTable, 1+ days before).

Booked in for Afternoon Tea. The Ranche is set in a good location within the grounds of Fish Creek Park. When booking, I had a voucher which staff were unsure and confused of how to process also the tea had to be prepaid ahead of time along with a gratuity which I found unusual. Felix, (manager) did finally figure it out. The tea was pleasant. Gabriel was our server who looked after us well. Thank you Gabriel.

Excellent pla e to visit and hiking

High teas was excellent.

We have been to Bow Valley Ranche a few times over the years, live just up the hill in Willow Park, and its always been fantastic. Last night was even more than fantastic. We were sat at a beautiful table, I planned my order in advance, tenderloin with a side of shrimp unless the soup of the day was mushroom, you guessed it. We ordered our favorite wine, the sommelier came up with it and a 2nd of the same brand that he thought we would like and that we had never tried before it was fantastic. Our food was worthy of 6 stars, overall experience was absolutely perfect. 100% we will be back many many more times. Thanks.

This was our first time visiting Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant. We attended for high tea to celebrate my moms birthday. When we were sat, we were provided the menu for high tea with no explanation of how it worked. We asked the individual seating us a few questions about how the experience works and she said she didnt know. We asked if she could ask for us...and then she never came back. Was kind of a strange way to start the experience. Once our server came around, it was a pleasant experience though the napkins and plates smelt like vinegar and the plates were wet when they came out? Otherwise the experience was pleasant and our waitress was lovely and even brought my mom an extra special birthday treat. When we first arrived at 2pm it was very busy but died down quite quickly which was nice.

I can t say enough about the wonderful experience we had!! The food was PHENOMENAL super fresh, perfectly seasoned and sized. The service was excellent and friendly. We were even allowed to explore the house a bit on our own. Fantastic experience just outside the city try it for a chance of pace and for the delectable food. You won t regret it!

Came for afternoon tea with friends, made a reservation. We came, and they had no tea service, though it was on their website. They had no space inside, promised shade outside, it was 30 degrees out, and only half the table was in the shade while the rest was completely in the sun. The chairs were very hot, and we were likely to get severely sunburned. Seemed like a really nice place outwardly, but I will not be coming back as the service was poor. The server we got clearly hates their job, and it shows. Do not recommend it.

Absolutely gorgeous venue, delicious and accommodating menu, and professional staff. My best friend had his wedding here and it was nothing short of magical

This was our first time here and we already cant wait to go back.

Came here on my birthday, and immediately wondered why weve never been here before. We had heard good things already, and all of our expectations were exceeded. Service was fantastic, and our waiter, Rich, was friendly professional and timely. Had beet salad, bison tartar, Surf and Turf for two, and creme brule Everything is top notch and very well priced. Highly recommend for special occasions, a date night night, or an upscale family outing. (Family friendly) We will definately be back Thanks for the great meal and lovely night.

The pork chops were the standout dish of the night and were absolutely divine. The property was quaint and nice to walk around when it s warmer out. However, the price was steep at $200+ for 2 people and 3 items/pp.

What can I say ? Food was fantastic and service excellent. That is all you need to know

Been coming here for years. It s where we have our anniversary dinners. As always, beautiful venue and the food was really good! The experience isn t what it used to be. The service tonight was very poor! There was nothing welcoming about our server. He ignored us about as much as you can ignore a table. To go from the experience that Derek used to provide to what we had tonight is very sad. Might have to find a new anniversary spot

What a great place to dine in a beautiful setting and deep history. The food and service was outstanding. The team is very attentive and super friendly.

Beautiful restaurant and amazing food!!

So romantic. I loved reading about the history. Perfect for a special occasion or stop for dessert.

Great place to have a drink and eat. Parking: Large parking lot Food : 5/5 |

Always a great time at the Bow Valley Ranch. We reserve this place for special occasions.

Very nice

A beautiful venue with great food for any sort of occasion! Our server Rich was exceptional, and the Surf and Turf entree was amazing. Definitely more than enough food for two.

The best birthday lunch, as usual a wonderful experience, the lunch special was so tasty.

After we sold our house in lake bonavista, we rented a house on the ridge just above the ranche. We were eating there so often I was gaining weight this was before covid and the meals were Substantial and still affordable. We ve moved a bit further away and still find our way there a few times a year. It s worth the trip if not for the food the ambiance is spectacular if you re into 19th century type of style

Great food and service was excellent a little pricey and smaller portions, had to order an extra entree to feel satisfied. But everything was well cooked, seasoned and plated beautifully. Would recommend and will be back again.

We celebrated a milestone birthday here tonight and it was perfect. Our server, Mikayla, was fantastic making the evening very special. She recommended the drink special which was a passionfruit paloma, delicious. The breads and softened butter were delightful. We started with the yellowfin tuna appetizer, which was stunning to look at and the flavors melded perfectly. We ordered the surf and turf for 2 on Mikaylas recommendation and once again were very pleased. Again the presentation was beautiful, only wish we had taken a photo. The description on the menu does not do it justice. The bison striploin was expertly prepared, medium rare. The seafood consisted of prawns, mussels, scallops and salmon. All of which were delicious. The fresh garden vegetables were a perfect accompaniment. Their wine selection was impressive. Capped dinner off with a mouth watering chocolate cheesecake. Thank you Mikayla for making this a wonderful evening. After dinner we walked the garden enjoying the many art displays. We would absolutely recommend The Ranche for a wonderful dining experience.

This place will take you back 100 years to the past. The food is delicious; pastry steak, dessert - everything is just perfect! Very professional and nice service. Highly recommended!

Had lunch with friends and the ambiance of the restaurant, along with the menu choices was first class.

Stepping through the doors of this restaurant is like taking a journey back in time. The historic property is part of the tapestry of Calgary s past, with plaques and black-and-white photos outside that narrate its rich history. Upon our arrival, we were promptly and cordially greeted by the staff and offered a choice between indoor and outdoor seating. Opting for the veranda, we enjoyed a picturesque view of the garden and the lush green space surrounding us. The set lunch menu featured a choice of soup or salad, an entrée, and a selection of desserts. Each dish was meticulously prepared and packed with flavor. After three courses, I was full of deliciously prepared food. For anyone seeking a taste of history and great cuisine, this restaurant is a gem. Vegetarian options: Pea and Mozzarella Risotto

hosted 80 clients, partners and staff members amazing team great unique historic location for entertaining on a special occasion

Nothing but good things to say. Kind staff and delicious food.

The Ranch consistently provides an exceptional dinning experience. The food, atmosphere and service are amongst the best Calgary offers. Special thanks to Tracy (manager) and Mark (server) for making our night out at the Ranch extra special Food

At first I thought this was someones house but it turned to be a restaurant and the best one in Calgary . Good food and service

Exceptional service from Kianna. Attentive but not hovering, excellent recommendation for the Shukshula at Brunch. Food is amazing as always. We have never been disappointed. Food

Enjoyed an evening vendor event here. The location was great and the staff were fantastic at taking care of the guests needs. The catered event was up to expectations with a diverse selection of appetizers and buffet line.

Great venue to celebrate your birthday with close friends.

We have celebrated out wedding ceremony and private reception here. The staff was pleasant to work with and accomodating, minimum spend for the room affordable, food delicious, and photo opportunities jn the area - plentifull. Wholeheartedly re ommending this place to anyone eloping ir hosting private receptions for 10-50 people.

I advise everyone to buy moco with tiramisu here! Yummy!!! Very quiet and peaceful place. Where there is everything you need for a vacation!

We celebrated our anniversary and really enjoyed the authentic ambiance complemented by exceptional service.

One of our favorite places in the city. Love the Surf and Turf for 2. Highly recommend

With Fairmonts and Four Seasons hotels allowing dogs in their patios and some dining outlets, it is incredible to see that this restaurant would reject a 40th birthday brunch reservation because we had our dog with us.

Beautiful surroundings

The food was really good!

Jensen was our waiter. He did a great job. He went to bat for us to try and get us burgers after lunch menu ended. It didn t work out but he was kind enough to try! Thanks for a job well done Jensen!

I took clients from out of town for Brunch on Saturday at the Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant and it was superb in every way! Such a beautiful unique atmosphere we thoroughly enjoyed. The food was delicious! All the staff were friendly, efficient and professional especially our server Kianna. Priced very well for a fine dining experience. My clients were very impressed! The Heritage Building was stunning and with the location in Fish Creek Park you feel you are out in the country yet you are in the middle of the city. I cant say enough! Thank you Bow Valley Ranche! Ill be back soon. Lisa Calles Century 21 Bamber

Really enjoyed our first visit to the Bow Valley Ranch. Located in an old farm our it is really incredibly kept. The inside is just as nice. Staff was professional and efficient getting us situated. They have an excellent wine list with some delicious cocktails. The food was amazing. Highly recommend the burrata cheese, and oysters. The duck was an interesting appetizer, but was delicious. Followed that with some steak and scallops. Both done to perfection. Service was present but not overbearing. Dessert is always nice so we had the chocolate crème brûlée. Again the whole things was great. Highly recommend. Will definitely be back.

I love it here!! Our server that night was lovely, I could not believe it was only her third day working that evening. My fiancé and I very much enjoyed her vibe and energy. Let s talk about the portion size. They do not cheap you out for the price that you pay! The steak they served me was enormous!! Same with the lamb. I ve been to a lot of restaurants in Calgary but nothing comes close to Bow Valley Ranch for their price and value. I will definitely be returning and recommending this place!

This place is amazing for the food and price. My wife and I dined at this place for her birthday and this place is nothing but great! We ordered their octopus, parsnip and carrot soup, steak and lamb shank. The portions are absolutely huge for the price and it is not one of those fancy restaurants that have insane prices for small portions. Our server was also amazing and made sure were comfortable and having a good time. Definitely recommend this place and will come back again!

Bow Valley Restaurant is a wonderful dining spot right in the middle of Calgary. It has a cozy and welcoming vibe. The service was top-notch, with very nice and helpful staff. During our visit for a wine tasting event, we asked if they could make some vegetarian dishes for us, and they happily accommodated our request. The flavors of the food were really strong and delicious, and the way it was presented looked great. The portions were quite big too. If youre a meat-eater, youll definitely enjoy this place. Overall, Bow Valley Restaurant went above and beyond what I expected. Im already looking forward to going back and trying more of their unique dishes!

Food is amazing and the house is beautiful! Will Definitely come back!

Our first time here, on a date with my husband. We sat on the patio, it was slightly chilly, so they turned on the overhead heaters and there was also a blanket on my chair just in case. The sun was shining that day, it warmed up our marble table. We both ordered a hot drink, and steak and eggs, everything was delicious and came as ordered. It was a very relaxing date Dietary restrictions: Gluten, grain, sugar, starch, soy and dairy free/ keto diet

Stylish, nice vibe, historical. In the heart of fish Creek provincial park. An interesting story and legacy can be learned here on how this place came to be. Even the wedding albums available for your viewing pleasure is such a nice touch. A lovely place to have a romantic cozy dinner for two. Or a great venue for group events. We were married here, and was very satisfied with the food, service and ambiance. Not only is it surrounded by nature and green spaces, but also has a lovely park with artwork beside the restaurant. Its a great place to take a nice walk together after your meal. Often there are deer in the field in this area as well. Would definitely recommend this place for special occassion and to be extra loving to your date. Even when we have guest from out of town we like to bring them here for an elegant and delicious dining experience .

Really good food and atmosphere. We felt a little neglected on the service side of things. Overall great place.

My daughter treated me to lunch at The Ranche today. We waited about 15 min before our server came to get our drink order. We were not in a rush so it was fine. We ordered a pot of tea to share. The tea pot came and was placed on the table. The staff walked away and did not ask about milk and sugar - but we patiently waited about 20 minutes but eventually we had to go to the bar and ask someone there if they could please bring us milk and sugar. They brought it promptly. We ordered our food and it came in pretty good time. I had asked for a side of sour dough bread. When it arrived - brought to us by the manager. It was grilled bread but not brushed with olive oil or butter so I asked for some butter. The manger looked at me like I had 2 heads and said in a loud voice butter!!! . Umm yes for my bread. Very odd response I thought. The food was very good. Service is shabby at best. They need some training for sure. I would go back as the setting is lovely but not until the staff are more attentive.

My parents anniversary dinner was made truly special by our wonderful server, Faith. While she wasn t our official server, she definitely stepped up big time. From the moment we were seated, she greeted us with a warm smile and genuine enthusiasm that set the tone for the evening. Her attentiveness and friendly demeanor made us feel like the most important guests in the restaurant. Thanks to her, we experienced a truly exceptional evening, especially my parents. Much appreciated!

Awesome experience. Superb Service. Food was divine. We tried the YYC Restaurant Fest for the first time. Will definitely do again.

Went for afternoon tea with friends. Overall, it was good but some sandwiches too salty..

In an off the road setting. After your meal, you can walk through Fish Creek Park.

This restaurant is expensive, but it is definitely worth it! I have gone multiple times for my birthday with family and every time has been exceptional! The food, service, and atmosphere is amazing, and the building itself is absolutely beautiful. Definitely book a reservation in advance, if you can. There is lots of parking nearby and its in a great spot for a quick walk around Fish Creek Park afterwards. The staff are always great for birthday celebrations, providing delicious birthday desserts too!

We booked a small wedding and the facility, food and service were exactly what we needed for our special day.

I came here with my girlfriend to celebrate her new job. We ordered the surf and turf to share and it was amazing. We had a very attentive waitress. The restaurant is beautiful inside and I would 100% come back.

The vibe inside was awesome, perfect for brunch too. Went for the french toast and eggs benedict - each was tasty! You can also enjoy their instagrammable place. Totally recommend it!

Never had a bad experience there. Food is amazing service amazing

Amazing food. Great service and atmosphere. We will be back.

i still cant find out if its an all you can eat buffet but even if it isnt i love i would invite my friends Kid-friendliness: the kid friendliness is pretty good like if i was 7 id be pretty happy

Our afternoon tea was perfect. The scones and jam were exceptionally tasty. I was provided a chacuterie board and dairy free treats for lactose intolerance. It all tasted exquisite. The heritage home is beautiful and added to our experience. The staff were friendly and attentive. Definitely will be back for brunch and dinner. Dietary restrictions: Afternoon tea contains dairy but alternative available.

Very well done

We visited BVR for high tea in this time. It was one of the best high tea we have had in Calgary! It was 3 tiered, 1st tier had scones and savory madeleine. Blue berry scone was delicious! Outside was crispy, inside was light and fluffy. The other one was like cornbread, it was also good, I enjoyed it a lot. 2nd tier has classic cucumber sandwich, I am not big fun of cucumber but their sandwich was absolutely delicious! The other 2 sandwiches were Reuben and turkey. Those 2 sandwiches were my favorite, they were so flavorful. And I also liked they gave us 2 little sandwiches per flavor. There was also smoked salmon blini, it was also great. Dessert tier was amazing, everything tested good, cream was not too sweet, I loved chocolate mousse cake! Only disappointing thing was tea. None of red tea was available because they ran out I don t understand how a place serves afternoon tea can run out of tea leaves. Especially, multiple teas at the same time. Besides, if they are out, they should have informed guests when they give out tea menu. Other than that, atmosphere is great, a bit loud as it is one big open space. Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly! Wheelchair accessibility: No ramp outside, very tight inside. If you can walk up stairs to get inside, they may be alone to accommodate wheelchair

Incredible Food!! Big Portions!! A Meat Lovers Delight!!

Also very good food, the staff circle every few minutes offering coffee. Great brunch.

Met up with a friend over lunch. The food is amazing along with good service and nice Christmas decorations. Perfect for a getaway during the snowy and winter season. Will come back again. Parking: Lots of parking near the restaurant inside fish creek park.

We were visiting from Vancouver this Christmas and tonight was the first time we had dinner at this beautiful restaurant. Our lady server was particularly helpful. We had the yellowfin tuna crudo, grilled pacific octopus, the burrata cheese, surf & turf, beef tenderloin, and the pan seared cod. They were all very delicious. We will definitely be back again in our future visits.

This place is an amazing value and can stand up to the best Calgary has to offer like ceasers, vintage, or rouge and much more affordable.

We went for a staff Christmas party and I got the short rib and a London fog, aswell as the tartar and I have to say that tartar was the best I have ever had. Definitely recommend

Went for their 4 course dinner, a New Years Eve special, and the food was spectacular. The place was stunning, and I loved ambiance. It reminded me of a rustic/upscale restaurant. Decorated beautifully for Christmas. It was my first time there, and I will definitely be back

Bow Valley Restaurant is a culinary gem in the heart of Calgary. This place has a warm and inviting atmosphere. The service was exceptional, with friendly and attentive staff . We ordered the chicken dish and french toast and both were cooked to perfection. The flavors were bold and rich, and the presentation was impressive. The portion size was generous. Overall, Bow Valley Restaurant exceeded my expectations. I cant wait to go back and try more of their creative dishes! Vegetarian options: They have some vegetarian items in the menu .. mostly mushrooms Dietary restrictions: All the staff ask about allergies and restrictions before taking the order

Its good. Is it $$$ good? Depends ehat you order. Will I go again? Yeah.

What a golden find! Loved the ambiance. It was perfect for New Years brunch. Tried the french toast and pan roasted chicken. It was delicious. Lovely cozy corners for pictures. Highly recommend

Great way for our family to ring in the New Year, with a New Year s Day Brunch. Service was excellent and the food was amazing. Very generous portions but we all managed to finish as everything tasted so good.

It was an amazing day catching up with a great friend over brunch in this historic restaurant. Great to be back again as it has been a few years since I first discovered this place. The service was great as always! The brunch menu, albeit limited, had enticing choices and the servings were huge (well, my order at least), with extremely reasonable pricing. I never thought I d say this as I m a pig when it comes to food, but I almost didn t finish my Eggs Benedict with sides of bacon and sausages and potatoes and fruits. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the hollandaise was freshly prepared and enjoyed it thoroughly. My friend s Shakshouka was deliciously exotic with all its spices and I loved it. The setting is always magical here. Another great dining experience!

Well, according to the reviews we must be an anomaly. Service ok, food (afternoon tea) mediocre. The turkey sandwiches actually had that awful shop bought sliced meat in them very poor. The cakes, again nothing special. Scones were very good. We wanted to order a bottle of champagne, and were actually told it was no longer being offered . I that s the case and not something made up how utterly ridiculous. The room we were in was FREEZING. I understand it s an old building & the interconnecting doors have to be left open, but PLEASE turn up the heating. I found the staff to be very indifferent in their attitude and service. We hadn t been to the Ranch House in a number of years & were really looking forward to it. Oh well, won t be coming back.

I always liked this place and was customer for several years. This time was big disappointment. Probably wont be back again. Number of items on the menu reduced, some maintenance issues in the building, service is not as great as used to be.

Five star service accompanied by five star food.

Perfect spot to celebrate a special occasion where you can spend a quality time conversing with your significant other or friends/family. The staff let you enjoy yourself. Make sure youre express your gratitude. Food is always delicious, brunch, lunch or dinner youre not going to get disappointed. Highly recommend their Cork and Cuisine Fare! Coming back every fall for a winter season. Parking: Limited spaces at the BVR, however theres overflow parking available. Wheelchair accessibility: access on the side of the building

Some of the best fine dining in the city. Have never been disappointed.

Amazing

Exceptional professional and welcoming service and really delicious food! Haven t been back here for over 25 years and I m glad this gem is still going strong. Ventured this establishment for our wedding anniversary and everything worked out great. Such a nice experience and meal. I also really appreciated how clean everything was even right within a provincial park. The smell of fresh flowers was intoxicating. Ambiance - 4.7 Service - 5.0 Food - 4.7 So I rounded up to 5. Well deserved. Food got a bit of a knock because the charcuterie needed more/different cheese and a different sauce complement. But the meats were excellent and it was still very much enjoyed. Surf and turf was the main and it came with bone marrow, which was the best we have ever had. The other selections were also perfectly cooked. (Hard to do that with Bison) Ya it s expensive but you likely won t find a nicer post meal walk in the whole city and you could skip dessert and go to Annie s for an ice cream which is right beside the restaurant. Highly recommended.

Dinner last night .Place was full. Food was excellent . Service (Bambi) was also excellent . Everyone went out of their way to make it a great experience . Will definitely be back !

Excellent Food and service in a beautiful atmosphere.

I love this place for the food however they are very unreliable. This is the second time we have tried to go for breakfast and have been told they can t take walk ins due to the kitchen being busy. As an operating restaurant, turning customers away and simply saying they aren t welcome today, instead of putting them on a wait list or saying the food may take longer is very sad and doesn t make your customers feel welcome. Super disappointed!

This is a great location. We book work meetings there once a year and eat in the restaurant. Everyone in our group is always very happy with the service and with the food.

An Oasis in the city of Calgary. Historical, charming, great service ...friends, family, a date, a destination spot, that will not disappoint.

Dropped in after a sketchit club.session. I didnt want a big meal, just a snack. I had the French Toast. It exceeded my expectations. To die for.

We had the most wonderful experience at Bow Valley Ranche for our anniversary tonight. The service was extraordinary and the food was so wonderful. I have a dairy allergy and they made modifications for me throughout the meal and I felt so accommodated and not an inconvenience. Will definitely be back again soon ! Dietary restrictions: Great dairy free alternatives !!

Beautiful historic home surrounded by trees in Fish Creek Park. Fantastic to enjoy lunch or dinner on the verandah on a beautiful summer day!

quality service

A unique setting and an exception meal along with great staff. Its no wonder this place always impresses when I come here

We went here for our best friends birthday and it did not disappoint. Service was excellent and the food was exceptional. Very happy with our evening and they have a kids menu with a variety of options. 10 out of 10 the entire evening. Thank you for a wonderful night.

Food was over priced, taste was unmemorable. The server wasn t nice. Only atmosphere was ok with the wedding going on. Loud wedding guests were screaming at the main entrance and no staff cares. Don t even mention there s wedding guests smoking outside patio. Of course no staff cares.

The food, service, and scenery were spectacular.

Classy spot. Wonderful atmosphere.

We celebrated our mother s birthday yesterday having a lovely brunch on the patio with such serene, sunny and beautiful view! The food are definitely delicious and healthy, the service is awesome ! We are truly blessed and grateful!!!!

I had my wedding at Bow Valley Ranche recently and couldnt be happier with how everything went. Rosa and Kevin were so incredibly helpful with all the planning and organizing. I especially appreciated Kevin for being there late into the evening to make sure the wedding ceremony and dinner went smoothly. The food was incredible, the staff were so kind and we had the absolute best day!

Went for brunch to celebrate a 65th birthday. It was surprisingly quiet on a Sunday morning - we had reservations but there was plenty of space for walk-ins. We had a table at the window looking over the beautiful gardens. Outdoor seating was also available. We ordered a variety of brunch items. The eggs Benedict was a highlight, as were the kids french toast sticks. All served beautifully with fresh fruit and edible flowers. My son had the burger and it was huge - enough even to satiate a growing teen. After brunch we were able to explore the grounds and art. All in all a beautiful place! Dietary restrictions: We were asked when placing our order if anyone had any allergies. It was nice to be asked even though it wasnt an issue for us. Parking: There are 2 lots not far from the restaurant. There were handicap spaces available Kid-friendliness: A small kids menu was available. We went with an 11 and 14 year olds but saw smaller kids there

love this place, in a beautiful spot in the park so you can actually walk there and the food and services were great as well

Beautiful restaurant, full of Calgary/Alberta history. Food was excellent and our servers were personable, entertaining and really added to the dining experience. Great place to book for a special dinner or occasion.

My mom took me and my husband and our baby for brunch this morning. One of the best brunch meals we ever had! We tried the pastries sampler, banana bread, burger, mushroom Parmesan skillet and eggs Benny and everything was excellent. Service was also exceptional. Can t wait to come back!

Beautiful celebration dinner at the Bow Valley Ranche. The food was beyond amazing. We tried a few appetizers and then shared the bison surf and turf. For appetizers our favourite was the burrito cheese. Would definitely recommend going here for a special occasion.

High expectations, very bad experience. I ordered 6 oysters and a main of the lamb. The next day and many days after I was extremely ill vomiting and not feeling well at all. 2 drinks I had ordered came wrong which they took care of and my main didn t even come out with the sides. All in all a bad experience from a great restaurant that I had very high hopes for.

Good food, but very poor staff etiquette. They don t even know where the bathrooms in the restaurant are.

At first I was hesitant with the menu only offering five entries, but I ordered the chicken meal and it was one of the best chicken meals I have ever tasted. Service was on par with most good restaurants. I understand this menu changes often based on available local produce. Try the chicken!

Amazing service! Our server made our evening special. Delicious food. Great date night.

The service was outstanding and the reccomemded surf and turf was great.

Always a great experience. Excellent food and service, a great location, and it feels like it s not in the city.

Went for cocktails and dessert for my husbands birthday. Beautiful to sit outside on a warm evening. The grounds are lovely. Patio makes you want to never leave. Lets not forget the food. Yum.

Nice place

Had an unexpected brunch there during our short visit to Calgary and it was exquisite in every way! The food was delicious, the service impeccable and the place fantastic! Will be our go to place for lunch next time!

Had my birthday brunch here - great location (i.e. its peaceful as its right by a park/greenery), food and portion sizes are also pretty good. I didnt find anything unique with the dishes served, but its the typical brunch we go for (bennies and steak and eggs). Our server was amazing as well (I didnt get to learn her name sadly). Overall experience is 4/5.

The service is good and the place is pretty cool. In terms of the food, presentation is good but the taste is just average. We found a few dishes to be quite salty.

Great food and unique spot.

Enjoyed the most delicious lunch time set menu at The BV Ranch with my family. We wanted a special place and BVR did not disappoint! The food was beautifully cooked, so flavourful and with high quality ingredients. Service was very attentive and set menu was excellent value. Highly recommend!

Went here for my mothers birthday and the service was incredible! Food was great as well but our server Dana did an amazing job at making us feel welcome and comfortable. Will definitely come back and ask for her again!

Waited 15 minutes with no service, ended up leaving. Staff solution was to make a reservation for some other day instead of just taking our orders, it was pretty weird. Food looks good from other reviews but the hoops for the privilege to eat it are a bit too much so I probably wont be back.

Absolutely the best experience - incredibly delicious food in a magical location!!! Will be back without a doubt!

Always a lovely night out. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an upscale yet comfortable dinning experience.

Had brunch with my granddaughter, food was wonderful, the service amazing and sitting in the veranda in the sun was delightful. Only one complaint, the Red Rose tea, its terrible tea and needs to go!! Always a pleasure to dine at The Ranche, a family favorite, thank you Food : 5/5

Just had a Brunch style wedding last weekend. Turned out to be amazing. Rosa (event coordinator) was extremely helpful with planning our big day. The food was unreal and our guests really enjoyed it. It was a fairly priced wedding for 32 people. Would highly recommend. The park is also great for the photos.

From a regular customer for the past 20 years. I wish I had the opportunity to do a full review but never got the chance to sit and enjoy a mid- afternoon light meal as they advertise on their web page... Tuesday-Friday from 2pm-4pm. My partner and I got there Friday at 3:45, which is within the times and days that they offer the afternoon menu. But instead of enjoying a nice charcuterie board on the patio, we were rudely greeted by a male server telling us that their was no food available at that time & that Chef was not available to cook for us. Now, A charcuterie board can be put together within minutes and could have been done without any issues as per their website. Consistency goes a long way... be better for your customers & make them feel invited in your establishment.

Underwhelming experience celebrating a birthday. Brunch selection was pretty eye catching but food quality couldnt compare to what I remember having a couple years ago. Service was slow, plates came out well after the appetizers arrived, brunch dishes came out 45 minutes and cold after ordering, with empty tables all around us, wine and waters were not topped up at any point. Expected more from the experience, but atmosphere is always top tier here.

Amazing Food and Staff. One of the most premier dining locations in Calgary with historic roots in the city.

We did not eat, just looked around

Love that place . Food was great. Food

Overall a nice dining experience. Food was good, service was quick & the atmosphere was great. Great selection of food. Their creme brulee is highly recommended. Kid-friendliness: Kids menu is available

Wonderful meal. Food was prefect and the service was excellent. Highly recommend.

Perfect place to go for an elevated anniversary dinner. Food was beyond amazing and the staff and service were incredible. It was a packed house (literally) so the volume was a bit louder then I expected but I couldn t have asked for a more perfect evening. Dietary restrictions: The waitress immediately asked us before we even ordered drinks if we had any allergies or restrictions Parking: Lots of parking plus it s in the park so there is another parking lot right beside that one for overflow Kid-friendliness: Definitely more adult conversation and not crayons and paper lol

Overall it was a very pleasant experience. Being a chef for the last 25 years its hard for me to give a perfect 5 star rating. My partner and I were very pleased with the atmosphere and the elegance of the building and the walk up to the building. The nature of the building being a bit older and the way the acoustic were in the dining room made the room a bit on the loud side, but that is to be expected. The serving staff was most excellent, for the life of me I can not remember the name of our server, but he was fantastic and very well mannered. The amuse was fantastic, the smoky notes on the paprika and the grape were delicious. The Duck Confit, albeit delicious, could have been a little more cared for in a sense. The turnips, mushrooms, and black garlic sauce were phenomenal, but the duck itself was a tad dry and even though it did not taste of it, the skin was a little on the burnt side towards the base of the thigh and a little soggy and underwhelming on the upper leg part. The frize salad was a nice touch to counter the richness of the dish, but it was also well place to try and hide the charred part, overall I would say its great but needs some refinement/teaching to whomever cooked that dish. My girlfriend ordered the Cod with tomato broth and was not disappointed one bit, for myself I had the Butternut Risotto and it did not disappoint but could have used a touch more salt and an extra splash of acid. The fried sage was a nice touch, but 2 sage leaves is a little too much as it is super strong and almost killed the delicate flavors of the squash and the burrata. I know that my overall review says 4/5 stars(because it wont let me do a half star), for me this is a very good 4.5/5. Thank you so much for a fantastic night out for our little celebratory dinner

Not worth it. Price of food must me to pay for the location.

This place is beautiful. The atmosphere was good, also the food. I rate with 3 starts as the day we were there, the host was very rude with my family. The other staff were friendly

One of the best hands down fine dinning restaurants in Calgary

Always great service and great food.

Excellent service ! Excellent food if you want to have a wonderful dinner feel free to visit this amazing restaurant.

The food was wonderful and its such an attentive cosy atmosphere that it was hard to leave..highly recommended..

Very beautiful and the food is delicious. Staff are always amazing

Went here with my family who was visting from out of town. The hostess was extremely cold and not friendly at all. To make matters worse when we got there we were unaware that lunch was no longer being served. The hostess did not inform us about the lunch not being served when we first walk in, it was after we sat down was when wee were told this. It also didnt say anything online about lunch not being served after 2pm when I booked our table. Very disappointing and the hostess, who should be the face of their restaurant, was very rude and off putting. Bad days happen but from other Google reviews sounds like its the norm for this establishment. For the Beauty and the prices do better with the front of the house staff.

Beautiful and good food!

Went for a birthday dinner on a Sunday. The Ranch house was decorated for Christmas and it looked very seasonal. The menu has a few options for appetizers - we shared the beet salad which was very good and a burrata with sour dough & French baguette - I tasted the cheese but as I eat gluten free, I could not have the bread but the others enjoyed it. For mains my husband had the strip-loin steak while my daughter who is a pescatarian and I had the cod which came in a tomato broth with fennel, shrimp, mussels and a fingerling potato. Some mussels were tough and overly fishy but some were good - seafood on the prairies is always a risk. The space is like a large rustic dining hall with a fire place at one end and of course an antler light fixture! Service was friendly and water glass fillers were super attentive. Portions were adequate and when they heard it was our daughter s birthday, they brought her out a bite size birthday treat which was nice of them to do. Cost was roughly $75 a person for two appetizers and three entrees.

Two of us had soup,coffee and split a carrot cake......very expensive and not great.

Great food. Beautiful setting.