Thunderbird Cafe

4584 Blackcomb Way, Whistler
(604) 964-0990

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Olivia Giacoma

Very good salmon chowder and latte. The Bannock is their fry bread which is really good. Also very nice gift shop with handmade stuff.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alison L

My family and I came here because we were looking for a healthy, balanced meal and wanted to try a local spot in Whistler. The fact that the food here happens to be affordable as well is the cherry on top! We ordered the Lil'wat Venison Chili, the Salmon Grilled Panini, and the Bannock Taco. Everything was delicious and the portions were great, but if I had to recommend a dish, I'd suggest the Bannock Taco. The chili was flavourful and the bannock (fried dough) was super tasty.

The café is located on the lower level of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Lil̓wat7úl cultural centre (SLCC) and although you don't need a ticket to the museum to visit the cafe, I'd recommend checking that out too! When I return to Whistler, I'll definitely be coming back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

J Tsang

Best hidden cafe in Whistler! Located on the lower level of Squamish/Lillooet Cultural Centre, you don't need to pay to come in to cafe or gift shop. Beautiful cafe, great food, reasonable prices, amazing bannock. And their donuts are fantastic! Must stop by!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jess Pichler

I havent been here yet but as one indigenous person to another im showing support and boosting this google rating i have no doubt it is delicious! wish u all the success! <3 from west kelowna BC

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Gjoa Andrichuk

Always a burst of joy with each bite.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

1833princessa

Had the most delicious lunch at this establishment. The price point was very reasonable and the quality of the meal was excellent! The atmosphere and staff are very good. I wish I had more time to explore. Will be returning on our next visit to Whistler.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chris Aitken

Great coffee and food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ryan

Tasty food at a reasonable price. Delicious bannock

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Asal Vaseghnia

A nice place to try Bannock in Whistler!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Renee Scobel

Excellent little Café in side the Cultural Centre. Really nice salads and bites, and great coffee. The gift shops attached as incredible artist & environmentally conscious offerings along with educational materials and beautiful jewelry and clothing. They also offer local food items such as candied salmon bites, coffee beans and teas. The cultural centre museum above is stunning and informative. A MUST VISIT if you are in the area. Highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mira Klein

I don’t even know where to start. I’ve been going here every time I come up to unceeded lil’wat/Sq’uamish lands-like for YEARS. This cafè is on the lower floor of the beautiful cultural center. I cannot recommend it enough. The service is always 10/10 (special shoutout to dear Tylas-he’s been the ambassador whom I’ve interacted with consistently for many years now, and works the cafè regularly from what I can tell. He’s the best). The food is UNREAL. I mean seriously. The first time I ever had a smoked salmon bannock panini sandwich (please see attached photo) I nearly cried it was so good. I’m from Seattle so I’m a huge coffee snob. The coffee here passes my litmus test and far exceeds it (I recommend getting an extra shot). This entire space is very special and it’s a rare place in the world where a person can feel calm, at ease, and actually safe. Thank you all for always making my trips special, and adding so much to the world. And helping me get me happy, fed, and caffeinated hehe.
Lots of love and Solidarity forever(#landback).

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Leslie P

Great coffee, such good offerings, chowder, salmon, bannock I love this little spot! Can enter by the side door do not need to pay admission to visit cafe although I highly recommend doing so!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Marco

Very fresh and delicious. Our two boys enjoyed it all.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lauren Noble

The smoked salmon bannock panini and smoked salmon chowder are delicious! Located downstairs of the Squamish lilwat cultural center, small seating area so we did takeout. Friendly service although a bit slow since there were not many staff, but definitely worth the wait!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Salmon Chowder with Bannock Bread, Smoked Salmon Panini

Jeff James

Beautiful building that we've only driven by on past visits. So glad we finally decided to stop for coffee and a look. The espresso here is perfectly rich and smooth with cocoa notes. Lunch was excellent as well; we had the venison chilli, carrot and jalapeño soup, and bannock pastry...and I'd return for all of the above. Next time we'll leave time to visit more exhibits.

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