Magpie & Stump
Mexican-ish comfort food, tacos, and strong Banff-night-out energy with walls full of sticker history.
Check hours, prices, and availability before heading out.
Useful details
A rooftop taco-and-tequila stop that is most useful for weekday taco windows, Tuesday/Thursday specials, and louder Caribou Street nights.
Highlights
What stands out
- Weekday taco happy hour
- All-day Taco Tuesday is the easy hook
- Rooftop patio gives it more range in good weather
Use it for
Best fit
- Taco specials
- Tequila nights
- Casual groups
Hours and season
Timing
- Taco happy hour is listed for weekdays
- Tuesday and Thursday specials are the big planner hooks
Getting there
Access
- Caribou Street
- Easy downtown walk from Banff Ave and Bear Street
Day-plan use
Where it fits
- Cheap eats window
- Group dinner
- Night-out starter
Around it
Nearby
- Banff Tea Co
- Pizzeria Sophia
- St. James's Gate
- Banff Ave
Before you go
Booking
- Reservations are available through the venue.
Budget
Price
- $ to $$ depending on whether you hit the taco windows.
Arrival
Parking
- Use downtown paid parking or walk from the core.
No-car notes
Transit
- Good no-car fit from the town centre.
Use case
Planner fit
- Great when the plan needs a cheap-ish food anchor before a bigger night out.
Access notes
Accessibility
- Confirm patio and seating access directly if mobility access matters.
Group fit
Family fit
- Earlier meal windows work better than late-night windows.
Pets
Dog fit
- Not a dog-forward venue.
Backup plan
Rainy day
- Works as an indoor dinner fallback, though the patio is weather-dependent.
Check first
Practical notes
- Specials are time-bound; confirm the current venue page before going.
Extra context
Questions people ask
When is Magpie & Stump most worth it?
It is strongest when you can use the weekday taco happy hour or the Tuesday/Thursday specials instead of paying normal dinner pricing.
Happy hours here
Daily Happy Hour
Magpie & Stump
A compact taco-and-margarita window that pairs well with the stronger day-specific specials.
Happy hour: 2-4 PM
25% off tacos, half-price Three Bears draft, and half-price margaritas.
Deals here
Taco Tuesday
Tuesdays · all day
25% off tacos and half-priced appetizers — every Tuesday, all day
Mexican Night
Thursdays 5 PM – late
50% off burritos plus select draft beers and margaritas — Thursdays 5 PM until late
Tuesday Tacos & Drinks
Tuesdays · all day
25% off tacos plus half-price Three Bears draft and double margaritas — Tuesdays
Thursday Mexican Night
Thursdays 5 PM – late
50% off burritos plus select draft beer and margarita specials — Thursdays 5 PM to late