Beavertails
4.6/5 | Iconic Canadian hot, fried dough pastries stretched like a beaver's tail.
No trip to the Canadian Rockies is complete without experiencing a Beavertail. This famous Canadian pastry shop stretches organic whole-wheat dough by hand into the shape of a beaver's tail, fries it to a perfect golden-crisp, and serves it piping hot with a huge selection of sweet, indulgent toppings.
An Absolute Canadian Tradition
Tasting this iconic national pastry is an essential, historic rite of passage for any international traveler.
Top Reasons to Eat at Beavertails
Served Piping Hot to Order
Every single pastry is stretched and fried fresh on the spot, ensuring it is perfectly warm and crispy.
Endless Sweet Topping Combos
Customize your pastry with decadent toppings like Nutella, bananas, crushed Oreos, or classic cinnamon and sugar.
Food & Vibe
Iconic Canadian Pastries Cooked Hot and Fresh
BeaverTails serves up whole-wheat Canadian pastries stretched by hand to resemble a beaver's tail, float-fried, and topped with sweet indulgences like cinnamon sugar, Nutella, and Reese ’s Pieces. The vibe is fast, nostalgic, and sweet-smelling, operating as a quick-serve counter perfect for a walk down Banff Avenue.
Hand-Stretched Hot Fried Pastries
Beavertails specializes in indulgent Canadian comfort treats, focusing on perfect frying temperatures to ensure their signature pastries remain beautifully crisp on the outside while staying soft and fluffy within.
Alternative Restaurants to Beavertails
Cow’s Ice Cream
Best for fans of rich, cold treats. Go for world-famous, high-butterfat premium ice cream hand-scooped into fresh waffle cones. It differs by serving frozen dairy scoops instead of hot, fried dough pastries.
Mary’s Popcorn
Best for a light, crunchy snack. Go for gourmet, small-batch popcorn popped fresh daily in sweet caramel and savory cheese styles. It differs by offering airy, crunchy kernels rather than a heavy, sweet fried pastry.
Wild Flour Bakery
Best for traditional baked goods. Go for organic sourdough loaves, sweet fruit danishes, and light croissants in a cafe setting. It differs by using classic, oven-baked French pastry methods instead of hot deep-fried street dough.
Beavertails
Location
120 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1C8, Canada
Hours
Daily: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Hours expand late during peak seasons)
Parking
Bow Avenue (Free - 9 Hour Limit)
Bear Street ($7.00/Hour)
Bear Street Parkade ($7.00/Hour)