DELICIOUS HOMESTLYE FOOD

made with the freshest ingredients

REDISCOVER DOWNTOWN HIGH RIVER

with a stop at The Dining Car at High River Station

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Enjoy a day trip to High River - only 30 minutes south of Calgary

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WE welcome you back aboard!

Beginning February 3 for breakfast and lunch to start

Our regular hours will be Tuesday through Sunday, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm with dinner service returning soon for special dinners and special occasions. We have limited indoor seating, reservations recommended, walk-ins always welcome.

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Welcome

The Dining Car at High River Station is located in the heart of downtown High River right next to the historic railway station that is now the Museum of the Highwood and Visitor’s Centre. There once was a time when travelling by rail was the only way to travel long distances. Take a trip back in time in our railway dining car. Savour our homestyle cooking using fresh local ingredients and our own herb and vegetable garden. Soak in the sunshine on our Platform Patio. Enjoy a fine dining experience by renting the car for your private party, birthday, wedding or anniversary. Or join us for a casual breakfast, lunch or weekend brunch. We look forward to hosting you! All aboard!

About Us

Built in 1947, the railcar was originally designed as a passenger coach for the Canadian National rail line. In 1965, it was converted into a dining car to serve increased passenger traffic during Expo 67. It continued operating on the transcontinental line until the 1980s, when it was retired.

In 1989, a dedicated group of volunteers brought the car to High River as part of a larger collection of railcars and restored it for use as a restaurant. The Dining Car at High River Station was established in 1993 and has been in continuous operation ever since.

A complete restoration in 2018 brought the interior, exterior, and kitchen back to their former glory, including an upgraded and expanded commercial kitchen and a return to its classic 1960s-style décor.

Since February 2026, the Dining Car has been proudly owned and operated by Connie and Dan, who are committed to honouring its history while building its next chapter.

Get In Touch

We do dinners, weddings and special events! If you would like to book the entire dining car or the patio for a private function, please fill out this form and we will respond within 48 hours.