FRESH MARKET-INSPIRED ITALIAN on wolf street

Step into Lupo and be transported to vibrant Italy on Wolf Street during your next visit to Banff. Situated on the second floor of a bright new building, your pack will take in the views of Banff’s brand-new pedestrian forward Bear street and the mountain vistas beyond. Like the wolf, Lupo’s food is curious, explorative, and pushes the bounds of classic Italian while honoring the beauty of tradition. Watch our chefs hand-roll pasta, throw pizza dough into the air, charcoal grill meats, as they create a satisfying feast fit for a wolf.

Lupo has many options when it comes to group dinners and private dining with rooms accommodating 8-120 guests. We can’t wait to host your pack for an unforgettable evening of full bellies and empty wine bottles.

 
 
 
 

Lupo Event Information

Capacities, Floor plans

 

OVERALL Floor Plan

CAPACITY: 8-120

120 standing with seating for 80

FEATURES:

Charcuterie display at the bar, open-concept display kitchen, glass-encased pasta room, forno oven, elevator or stair access, views of newly renovated Bear Street and the mountains beyond, private patio, wireless microphone, state of the art sound system.

 

 

SAL’s ROOM


CAPACITY:

30 or less seated dinner / 20 or less with cocktail space

FEATURES:

A private curtain separates you from the main dining room, cozy banquette seating, and fireplace.

considerations:

Tucked near the back of the dining room, there are no windows in this space (the romantic fireplace glow makes up for it).

Little GIORGIO’s


CAPACITY:

14 guests seated

FEATURES:

Single statement table with seating for 14, back-lit wine display wall, velvet privacy curtain,
beautiful views of the newly renovated Bear Street and mountains beyond.

CONSIDERATIONS:

Luxurious privacy curtain separates the room (not sound proof).

the romeo & juliet room


CAPACITY:

Seating for up to 16 & private reception area

FEATURES:

Exclusive private room located on the upper level with VIP elevator access. Private mezzanine reception space overlooks the main dining room. Beautiful views of Bear Street and mountains beyond.

CONSIDERATIONS:

8-12 guests is ideal for the best enjoyment of this space and comfortable cocktailing.

 

 
 

Gallery: space, food, cocktails & atmosphere

 
 
 

2024 Group menus

Market-FRESH ITALIAN

To provide the best culinary experience possible, our menu is expected to evolve upon opening. Please be advised minor changes may be made.

 

Group wine & cocktails

 

group wineS

Crowd pleasing wines selected by our Sommelier. We recommend pre-selecting wines to ensure adequate quantities are available for your large group.

//PROSECCO

Canella Prosecco, Italy DOCG $69
rich on the palate with a silky-smooth texture, fruity and crisp with mellow floral flavors.
Haywire, The Bub, VQA Okanagan, B.C. $83
a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, bold crisp and fresh with citrus and toasty notes, and fine effervescence

//ROSÉ

CedarCreek Estate Winery 'Pinot Noir Rosé', VQA Okanagan Valley, B.C. $73
100% Pinot Noir. Dry style. Wild strawberry and grapefruit on the nose, complemented by white flowers and red berries on the palate. Organic.

//WHITE WINE

Bollini Pinot Grigio, Trentino, Italy $52
fresh natural acidity with floral aromas, minerals and pear.
Wild Goose Riesling, VQA Okanagan Falls, B.C. $66
bright, mineral, fresh & clean with crisp, elegant granny smith apple streaked with pear, lemon, lime, and nectarine skin.
Main Divide Sauvignon Blanc, Waipara, New Zealand $66
grapefruit, lime, and a touch of passionfruit with elderflower, fresh-cut grass, jalapeno, and whisp of lemongrass.
Blasted Church Hatfield’s Fuse, VQA Okanagan, B.C. $71
a blend of aromatic white varietals, apricots and peaches with lemon and green apple.
Tinhorn Creek Chardonnay, VQA Okanagan, B.C. $73
rich, lightly oaked, full of spice and tropical fruit, with hints of honey, minerals and lime
Kettle Valley Pinot Gris, Naramata Bench, VQA Okanagan, B.C. $93
slight skin contact (blush), red and green apples, pear, citrus, and tropical notes.
Schug Chardonnay, Carneros, California $116
rich, powerful, refreshing and elegant. flavors of citrus, pear and spiced apples

//RED WINE

Carmen Gran Reserva Carmenere, Apalta, Chile $50
ripe berries, sweet spices & tobacco.
McManis Cabernet Sauvignon, California $66
juicy black currant and black cherry flavors, creamy tannins
& a hint of mocha.
Mayhem by Meyer Family Vineyards Merlot/Cabernet Franc, VQA Okanagan Falls, B.C. $69
75% merlot/25% cabernet franc, flavours of blackcurrant, black cherries and chocolate linger on the palate.
Bogle Old Vine Zinfandel, California $69
aromas of juniper, black pepper and spicy nutmeg followed with flavors of cranberries and raspberries.
Flat Rock Cellars Pinot Noir, VQA Niagara, On $76
Twenty Mile Bench, Ontario bold red fruit flavors and balanced spice from oak aging.
Lake Breeze Meritage, VQA, Okanagan Valley B.C $70
merlot driven blend, complex wine showing a lot of black cherry and other dark berries flavors.
Decoy by Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, California $105
on the palate, rich flavors of raspberry, ripe plum and blueberry with hints of oak and sweet baking spices.
Schug Pinot Noir, Carneros, California $116
complex wine with a rich bouquet of cherries, berries and hints of spicy new oak. flavors of black cherry, currant and strawberry, followed by a rich, spicy texture and a long silky finish

 

Welcome Cocktail  

Make your guests feel extra special and avoid a lineup at the bar.  Prearrange one of our craft cocktails to be served to guests upon arrival.
Ask your Sales Manager for the full selection.

 

Dietary concerns

 

We understand

Our Chef has designed our group menus to include vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free, nut free and shellfish free options. Dietary indicators are conveniently noted next to each menu item so guests can order with ease. Please note, we are not able to significantly change or substitute items and dishes are plated as described.

 

Audio Visual & Music

 

PRIVATE ROOM audio visual policy:

LUPO ITALIAN DOES NOT HAVE ANY AV EQUIPMENT IN HOUSE. WE PROVIDE SOFT BACKGROUND MUSIC.

Groups are permitted to bring rented audio-visual equipment into select private rooms. Rentals may be organized through Freeman AV Banff (costs are separate from the restaurant and are the sole responsibility of the client). Certain restrictions apply on AV - please confirm what is permitted with your Sales Manager.

We are unfortunately unable to sequester our sound system and our house music plays softly in all areas and private rooms. Group are not permitted to play their own music or bring in exterior sound equipment including Bluetooth speakers. Microphones are not permitted.

Fully private buyout audio visual policy:

Free of charge with a private booking of the entire venue:

  • A speaker system into which you may plug a smartphone (note: playlist must be downloaded & must be compatible with AUX output cord).

  • DJ’s and bands are permitted. *Please note contracted artists must provide their own sound equipment, our system is only compatible for use with smart phones and downloaded playlists only.

  • With live music/djs, There is no additional SOCAN (Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada) or Re-Sound tariff fees. These costs are absorbed by the venue and will save you $60/event.

If we do not have the AV equipment you require, rentals can be arranged through Freeman AV Banff. Please note, certain restrictions on AV, sound and microphone use apply to different rooms and types of bookings. Please confirm what is permitted with your Sales Manager.

 

Minimum food & beverage rates, access times

 

2022 RATES:

Main Dining Room groups of 14 – 20:
*No minimum food & beverage requirement
* Large parties are required to dine from a group menu.
* Limited reservation times of 5:45pm or earlier, 8:15pm or later apply.
* Groups will be seated together, but specific seating areas/custom floorplans are not available.

The Romeo & Juliet room groups of 8 – 14:
* $1,800.00 minimum food & beverage requirement
* Holiday/long weekend increased rates may apply. Please contact a Sales manager for exact pricing.

Little Giorgio’s room groups of 8 – 14:
* $1,400.00 minimum food & beverage requirement
* Holiday/long weekend increased rates may apply. Please contact a Sales manager for exact pricing.

Sal’s Room groups of 20 – 26:
$3,000.00 minimum f&b spend in effect May-Oct & Saturdays or $2500.00 minimum f&b spend in effect Nov-April (excluding Saturdays)*Please contact a Sales manager for exact pricing.

Fully Private Buyout for groups of 50 - 120:
* $12,000.00 - $18,000.00 minimum food & beverage requirement (plus 20% gratuity and 5% GST)
* Rates may vary by season and day of the week. Holiday/long weekend increased rates may apply.


Rates FAQ:

What is the difference between  a private room and a main dining room booking?
A private room booking is when a specific private room is reserved for your groups’ exclusive use. Your guests will have private use of the room for the duration of the service and no other guests will have access to the space. Other areas of the restaurant remain open to the public. A private room booking is always subject to a minimum F&B spend which varies depending on the space, date and day of the week. A main dining room booking is when tables in the restaurant are reserved for your group dinner but other guests are seated around and beside your group. Please note, main dining room groups are seated at dinner tables upon arrival (there is no space for standing cocktails).

 

What is a minimum spend?
A minimum spend is the amount that you are required to spend on food and beverage before 5% tax and 20% gratuity are applied. Items such as food, wine, and drinks count towards a minimum spend. If the minimum spend requirement is not met, the difference will appear as a room fee on the final bill.

ACCESS TIMES

Main Dining Room Groups: Earliest access to the table is 15 minutes prior to your reservation time. Last call 10:00 pm, event finish 10:30 pm.
Private Room Booking: Earliest access time for event setup/start is 5:00 pm. Last call 10:30 pm, event finish 11:00 pm.
Private Venue Booking: Earliest access time for event setup/start is 5:00 pm. Last call 12:30 am, event finish 1:00 am.

 

Accessibility

 

Our main entrance has both stairs and a fully wheelchair accessible elevator.
Wheelchair compliant bathrooms - yes

 

Group Policies

 

POLICIES:

1. A signed event contract & online credit card authorization form are required to complete any group booking.

2. Events subject to a minimum spend:

  • A 30% non-refundable deposit will be automatically processed 60 days prior to the event date.

  • Events may be cancelled without penalty up to 61 days before the event.

  • Events cancelled with less than 61 days notice are subject to full cancellation charges and the full 30% deposit is forfeited.

  • Events may be postponed up to 61 days before the event, in which case the deposit is transferred to the new event date.

  • It is the responsibility of the client to act within the stated time frame, and to provide ample notice of postponement or cancellation.

  • In the event you do not achieve the minimum, a rental fee in the amount required to achieve the minimum spend will be applied to the host bill.

  • Both the host bill and individual guest bills count toward a minimum spend. In the case of separate bills, if the minimum spend is not achieved, the host is responsible for paying a venue fee in the amount required to achieve the minimum spend.

  • Only food and beverage consumed during the event count toward achieving the minimum spend. Venue fees are processed the night of the event and are non-transferrable to other dates or purchases.

  • Minimum spend rates are agreed upon at the time of booking and will not be reduced if Provincial public health measures limit the features or reduce the capacity of any event space. It is the responsibility of the client to stay up to date on all Provincial public health measures.

  • If there is a government mandated shut-down of in-person dining, the deposit would be refunded regardless of timing.

3. Events NOT subject to a minimum spend:

  • No deposit is required in advance of the event date.

  • Events may be cancelled without penalty upto 7 days before the event.

  • Events cancelled with less than 7 days notice will be automatically charged 100% of the set menu price for the reserved number of guests.

  • If there is a government mandated shut-down of in-person dining, the above cancellation penalty is waived.

4. We require a final guest count 7 days prior to the event date. After this time you will be charged the full price of the set menu for any ‘no shows’.

5. 30-minute grace period for group reservations. After 45-minutes, group is deemed a ‘no show' and you will be charged the price of the menu for the reserved number of guests.

6. In the case of separate bills, the credit card provided on the authorization form will be charged the price of the menu for any ‘no shows’ or any charges not
paid in full.

7. All events must be paid in full the day of the event, with payment presented on-site. We do not invoice.

8. A 20% gratuity + 5% gst will be added to the bill. Rental fees are subject to 20% gratuity + 5% gst.

9. Damages: The client is responsible for any damages to or on LUPO’s property and/or injury to the staff and/or guests caused by the client and/or client’s guests. Please note that verbal & physical abuse will not be tolerated towards any of our staff.


 

WEDDING SPOTLIGHT

Mason Neufeld Photography: www.masonneufeldphotography.com


 

 

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Meet the Banff Hospitality Collective Sales Team

We are your single point of contact representing 6 spectacular downtown Banff event venues.
Let us assist you in the planning of your corporate group, wedding celebration or social occasion.

 
 

“WE KEEP THE EVENT PROCESS SIMPLE - SO YOU ENJOY YOUR SPECIAL DAY.”

Stephanie Wilson
director of sales

“Your vision matters to us. we can make it happen”

Hayley Turner
senior Sales Manager

“Handling the Stress so Your event is a Success.”

emily latter
group sales manager

“Let us take care of the planning

, So you can make memories over great food.”

kayla nantais
junior sales manger

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