Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Calgary

"Get your Calgary day off to a delicious start in the East Village neighborhood, with delectable pastries at Sidewalk Citizen Bakery and top-notch coffee at Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters. Tour Studio Bell, which houses Canada’s new National Music Centre, then head downtown to take in the city views from the landmark Calgary Tower. Around the corner, check out the excellent Glenbow Museum, which traces Calgary’s history and culture, and journey back in time at the Heritage Park Historical Village. For dinner, try one of the cool restaurants on 17th Avenue."

"Sidewalk Citizen Bakery is a rustic shop known for its organic breads, desserts, and pastries. If you’re interested in something sweet and indulgent, consider the scones, cookies, brownies, doughnuts, cheesecakes, tarts, or flourless chocolate cake. You can also stop by for wholesome dishes that will leave you satisfied, such as the shaved roast beef sourdough sandwich, granola bowl, quiche, or pulled chicken sourdough sandwich."

"What started as a one-man bike-delivery operation has morphed into shop that draws a cult following of bread lovers who can’t get enough of Aviv Fried’s sourdough creations. Whether you’re talking a loaf home or stopping in for a fresh falafel pita complete with a decadent, fudgy brownie for dessert, there’s something to satisfy all of your carb-related needs."

"Another café that sources and roast its own beans, with seven locations, Rosso has become the go-to for many Calgarians in need of a premium coffee fix. The locations (including one in Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre) are all chic but cozy and offer top-notch snacks and treats — their homemade Oreo-style cookies have become iconic in Calgary’s coffee scene."

"A photo posted by Rosso Coffee Roasters // YYC (@rossocoffeeroasters) on Feb 24, 2016 at 6:56am PST. You think you’ve OREO’s, and then you stumble across Rosso’s homemade OREO and it completely blows your mind. Considering it’s the size of 4-5 regular OREO’s in one – we’ll take the Rosso cookie with our locally-sourced slow drip coffee any day."

"With so many locations around YYC, it’s hard to miss Rosso as being one of the city’s top choices for good coffee. Address: 140 8 Avenue SE, CalgaryPhone: 403-264-7900. Address: 103 17 Avenue SE, CalgaryPhone: 587-356-0232"

"Phil and Sebastian coffee shops are cozy in general, but this location takes the cake for comfortability. It’s intimate, well lit, and located right beside the river. It’s rare to find a coffee shop that is romantic, warm, and quiet, while also being in a vibrant part of the city."

"Amato Gelato is an Italian cafe in Calgary serving a variety of items from coffee, pastries and of course, gelato. They have a variety of gelato flavours to choose from and seven different ways to have it served. Whether you want your gelato served in a regular cone, or stuffed in a donut, Amato Gelato will happily do it."

"Head to Amato Gelato in Kensington and you can try authentic Italian gelato and sorbetto with over 70 rotating flavours, all made from traditional Italian family recipes. Address: 2104 Kensington Rd NW, Calgary, ABWebsite:www.amatogelatocalgary.com"

"Amato Gelato located in Kensington specializes in traditional italian gelato. Amato Gelato offers online ordering and is available for delivery so you don’t even have to leave your house. Address: 2104 Kensington Rd NW"

"Most of my University degree was achieved through endless study sessions and many many baked goods at Purple Perk. It’s everyone’s coffee shop -breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and open late. Go for something sweet with your plus one-try the mile high chocolate cake or oreo cheesecake."

"Comprised of dark chocolate cake with chocolate buttercream frosting, this whopper of a cake weighs in at about 12 pounds. (2212 4 St. S.W., 403-244-1300, purpleperk.com, @purpleperk)"

"Little sister to the beloved Avec, Provision is in a cozy space in the heart of downtown’s Central Memorial Park. In the summertime, it has one of the best patios in the city, great for people-watching. Vegetables star on the menu, which highlights local producers at every opportunity, making for the kind of dining out that tastes just as good as it is good for you."

"Besides visiting the cute rescue cats in the Kitty Kingdom for some cuddles, you can do some shopping for you cat fiend friends who can’t get enough of these peculiar creatures. On the cafe side, you can find cat-themed pillows from Frankie Print Co., handmade knitted cat toys and some of the tea blends from the cafe’s menu.303 10 St. N.W., 403-455-2287, regalcatcafe.com"

"Head to Regal Cat Café, where you can make friends with the feline residents (as many as 12 kitties call the café home at any given time). If you get terribly attached, it’s worth knowing this: They’re all rescues, and available for adoption!. Check out more purr-fect travel destinations for cat lovers."

"It is often busy but they have lots of signage for covid protocols. The ice cream is average but the cafe is beautiful More reviews"

"A post shared by Sam (@crazytastyyyc) on Jun 22, 2019 at 7:06pm PDT. Head to Dragon City Mall to get your hands on a bubble tea from the locally owned Royal Tea House. The shop is open daily and has plenty of seating inside."

"Yann Haute Patisserie makes simple yet elegant cakes such as the Galettes des Rois. With a strong French inspiration, it also serves signature croissants, baguettes, and macaroons. You can also order wedding cakes from Yann Haute Patisserie."

"A post shared by Yann Haute Patisserie (@yannhautepatisserie). Yann Haute Patisserie specializes in crafting the most beautiful and unique pastries and desserts. After 15 years of experience Pastry Chef Yann now runs his own wonderful shop."

"It features dark Valhrona chocolate mousse with a layer of hazelnut chocolate crisp, a layer of chocolate macarons and a layer of chocolate shortbread on the bottom. (329 23 Ave. S.W., 403-244-8091, yannboutique.com, @yannboutique)"

"Éclair de Lune lures in the locals with its seductive scent of freshly baked French pastries. With cookies to die for, light and fluffy quiche Lorraine to devour, or a delectable pain au chocolat, this bakery is like no other in the city. From crème brûlée, fancy cream puffs and fruit tarts to croissants, milk breads and more, Éclair de Lune has something yummy to tempt and tantalize!"

"This French pastry shop in Cambrian Heights now features a petite and pleasant café. Suitably accented sandwiches include egg on fresh-baked croissant, grilled veggies and feta on milk bun, and ham and Brie on baguette. Pair a green, Greek or fruit salad with any of these, or give in to irresistible, fresh pastries and cookies from the front counter."

"Authentic French pastry at its finest, Eclaire de Lune knows how to serve delicious treats that also look the part. Sitting on a gold platter, the prestiges look like they are ready to be eaten by royalty, which is perfect for us. Address: 1049 40th Avenue NWFacebook: Eclaire de Lune"

"Burger King is a global icon that broadcasts taste, wholesomeness, convenience, and a legendary menu. Anchored by the flagship WHOPPER, Burger King specializes in taste innovation, but burgers aren't the only tempting innovation at Burger King."

"There's a Burger King® restaurant near you at 4818 17th Ave S E. Visit us or call for more information. Every day, more than 11. Get FREE Medium French Fries at Burger King!"

"At Wendy’s in Calgary, AB we’re serving burgers made with 100% fresh, never frozen beef. Order natural cut fries, Wendy’s classic. Wendy's $1.89 Value Menu"

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