Elk & Oarsman
Two-floor sports pub with rooftop patio views, game screens, and casual pub plates that keep groups easy.
Check hours, prices, and availability before heading out.
Useful details
A two-floor sports pub that makes sense when the group wants screens, pub plates, drafts, and a patio if the weather cooperates.
Highlights
What stands out
- Rooftop patio is walk-in only
- Multiple screens make it one of the easier game-night choices
- Stone-fireplace energy works when the patio is not the move
Use it for
Best fit
- Sports games
- Casual groups
- Rooftop patio attempts
Hours and season
Timing
- Weekdays run later than weekend service in the current official schedule
Getting there
Access
- Central Banff Ave
- Upstairs venue; confirm access details if stairs are an issue
Day-plan use
Where it fits
- Game night
- Casual dinner
- Weather-flexible patio attempt
Around it
Nearby
- Banff Ave
- Clock Tower block
- Central Park
- High Rollers
Before you go
Booking
- Indoor reservations are available; the patio is listed as walk-in only, so do not promise patio seating.
Budget
Price
- $$ pub pricing.
Arrival
Parking
- Use downtown paid parking or arrive on foot from the town core.
No-car notes
Transit
- Easy downtown/no-car fit.
Use case
Planner fit
- Best as the flexible group pub when weather or sports plans decide the evening.
Access notes
Accessibility
- Because it is a multi-level pub, confirm mobility access directly.
Group fit
Family fit
- Casual pub fit earlier; late hours skew adult.
Pets
Dog fit
- Not a dog-forward venue.
Backup plan
Rainy day
- Good indoor backup when a patio plan falls apart.
Check first
Practical notes
- Kitchen and patio policies can differ from the main venue hours.
Extra context
Questions people ask
Can I reserve the Elk & Oarsman patio?
The researched venue notes list the rooftop patio as walk-in only, so treat patio seating as a bonus rather than a reservation promise.
Is it good for watching sports?
Yes. The screen-heavy setup is the main reason to choose it over quieter dinner spots.
Happy hours here
Daily Happy Hour
Elk & Oarsman
Strong all-rounder: drinks plus flatbreads, and an easy add-on to a Banff Ave wander.
Happy hour: 2-5 PM
Half-price drinks and flatbreads.
Deals here
Chicken Parmy Monday
Mondays
$17 Chicken Parmy with fries and mixed greens — Mondays
Tuesday Steak Sandwich
Tuesdays
$14 steak sandwich with fries and salad — Tuesdays
Wild Wednesday Wings
Wednesdays
Half-price chicken wings and cauliflower bites — Wednesdays
Thursday Rib Night
Thursdays
Rib night with half rack and full rack specials — Thursdays
Friday Burger & Pint
Fridays
$20 burger and pint special — Fridays