Whitetooth Bistro
A charming bistro in Golden, BC, offering mountain views and a unique atmosphere with classic bistro fare and a focus on fresh ingredients.
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Whitetooth Bistro
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Must-see attractions
A charming bistro in Golden, BC, offering mountain views and a unique atmosphere with classic bistro fare and a focus on fresh ingredients.
Beat the Rush
Visit during non-peak hours for potentially shorter wait times than nearby bustling establishments.
Choose Your Seat
Opt for charming patio seating with mountain views or enjoy the cozy indoor ambiance.
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Cuisine
Bistro
Price
Mid-range
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Cozy Mountain Ambiance
Experience a unique blend of cottage life and log cabin charm with warm red walls and vintage photos. Perfect for any occasion.
Exceptional Salmon Dishes
Savor perfectly cooked salmon, often praised as the best, featuring fresh, flavorful ingredients and satisfying portions.
Steak Sandwich Perfection
Indulge in a steak sandwich hailed as 'the best ever eaten,' bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection.
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Beat the Rush
Visit during non-peak hours for potentially shorter wait times than nearby bustling establishments.
Choose Your Seat
Opt for charming patio seating with mountain views or enjoy the cozy indoor ambiance.
Explore Unique Flavors
Don't shy away from unique offerings like bison pastrami or a root salad.
Dietary Needs
Inquire about gluten-free options; the staff is knowledgeable about potential substitutions.
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Beat the Rush
Visit during non-peak hours for potentially shorter wait times than nearby bustling establishments.
Choose Your Seat
Opt for charming patio seating with mountain views or enjoy the cozy indoor ambiance.
Explore Unique Flavors
Don't shy away from unique offerings like bison pastrami or a root salad.
Dietary Needs
Inquire about gluten-free options; the staff is knowledgeable about potential substitutions.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Whitetooth Bistro garners mixed reviews, with many praising its cozy atmosphere and specific dishes like the salmon and steak sandwich. However, some diners have experienced slow service and found certain dishes to be underwhelming or not worth the price, citing issues with ingredient freshness and execution. The restaurant is noted for its unique decor and potential for dietary accommodations.
"Another restaurant in the small town of Golden BC that deserves recognition! Really unique decor inside; a mixture of cottage life and log cabin/boathouse. The salmon was perfectly cooked and the macaroni and cheese was the best we've tasted at a restaurant. Thanks for a lovely dinner."
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"Passing through Golden today we opted to try Whitetooth Bistro.
When we arrived it was empty, compared to other nearby restaurants that was perhaps a telling one.
The service was slow throughout our sitting, the staff unfortunately seemed more engaged in their own discussions.
We learned about one staff members who's Mom's biker boyfriend (referred to as a gorilla) had a "rash", how one staff had applied at a different job, how the other restaurants seemed so busy... all the while we had to wait for drinks and food.
I even watched one staffer grab and shift about drinking glasses by inserting his unwashed hand into the glass and along the rims.
The food was tasty, but my steak sandwich was not even warm. It was cold. very disheartening.
My advice? Go to the busier places - Whitetooth is pricier and with poor service and cold food in my mind it's not worth it..."
Nathan Woods
"This place wasn’t too spectacular. Service was friendly, they were attentive and gave us what we needed when we needed it. However, their food was okay, definitely not worth the price paid. We ordered the burrata crostini for an appetizer, bistro burger, lobster Mac n cheese, side of fried tofu, and also an Italian open faced sandwich for our mains. The burger was definitely a safe bet. I don’t feel like the flavors were all that there for the crostini, they added a peach slice and it wasn’t fresh, tasted canned. Didn’t really mix well with the burrata. I would suggest maybe some cherry tomatoes if we want to add something to it . The lobster Mac was okay, again - not made with the freshest ingredients. And the open faced sandwich could have been a little better. It had way too much sun dried tomato spread. A light glaze with some olive oil would have probably been better. Presentation was there."
Jacqueline Aguilar
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Frequently Asked Questions
Expect a unique blend of cottage life and log cabin charm, with warm red walls and black & white photos, creating a cozy atmosphere.
Yes, Whitetooth Bistro offers choices for vegetarians on their menu.
Yes, it's considered a popular spot for breakfast, with favorites like eggs Benedict.
Yes, they have gluten-free options and staff are knowledgeable about substitutions.
Diners often rave about the salmon dishes and the steak sandwich, with mentions of bison pastrami as a unique option.
Yes, Whitetooth Bistro has patio seating, offering a pleasant dining experience.
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Whitetooth Mountain Bistro is located in beautiful downtown Golden, British Columbia. Against the backdrop of the Kootenay Mountains and the Dogtooth Range the Whitetooth is a casual yet elegant bistro with warm red walls, black & white photos, butcher block tables and chocolate brown booths and banquettes. The Whitetooth, is a restaurant for winter or summer enthusiasts still dressed in their gear, families with small children and intimate dinners for couples enjoying each other's company.
Diggin' the dining in Golden
We rotate through our favourites regularly – Eleven22, Whitetooth Mountain Bistro, the Wolf’s Den, The Island, The Cedar House. That doesn’t include the many other popular and well-liked spots we have yet to try — like Corks, Apostoles, The Turning Point, and the much touted Eagle’s Eye at the summit of Kicking Horse ski resort, and touted as ‘North America’s most elevated dining experience.’
Where to Eat in the Rocky Mountains
In downtown Golden, this restaurant offers a place to relax (possibly with a bottle of wine from its extensive list) after a day of skiing, biking or golfing at Kicking Horse. The menu selections are casual and comforting with a gourmet touch, with dishes like Carmen Creek bison meat loaf for the grown-ups and a decent kids menus for children under 10.
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I like Eleven22 and the Whitetooth Mountain Bistro in Golden, for their good food and comfortable atmosphere. Recently I was in San Francisco, at a place called the Franciscan Crab Restaurant, right on Fisherman’s Wharf. It has amazing, perfect service with amazing seafood and steak dishes and great wines, and an atmosphere where I feel comfortable.
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Although not typically known as a coffee shop, the Whitetooth Bistro is a popular restaurant in downtown Golden’s heart. Whitetooth uses Fratello Coffee Beans to make their cappuccino beverages, a long-time local favourite. While it isn’t the first thought regarding take-out coffee in Golden BC, they should not be forgotten.
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Whitetooth Bistro is the first place we ate at in Golden and it was excellent!. This casual yet elegant bistro is right in the heart of Golden and a perfect place to go for breakfast, lunch, or dinner (especially dinner). We went there for dinner and it had a super quaint and relaxing vibe.
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Whitetooth Mountain Bistro is situated in Golden BC silhouetting the Kootenay Mountains and the Dogtooth Range. This restaurant has been a go-to for the natives as well as for the tourist since 2007. Visit this restaurant nestled in the Canadian Rockies.
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Even Whitetooth Bistro and Double Black at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort provide excellent coffee options. Golden, BC, may not have a Starbucks, but its local cafes offer a warm, inviting atmosphere and exceptional coffee to kickstart your day.
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They have an extensive wine list, and a gorgeous rooftop patio that overlooks the Kicking Horse River. We find they have the best options for vegans, but also a wide selection of meaty entrees and burgers.
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Disclosure: This story was written in partnership with Tourism Golden, Columbia Wetlands Outpost Lodge, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, and Whitetooth Mountain Bistro, but all words and opinions are my own.
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