Cute little spot with a great atmosphere! Gravity Espresso & Wine Bar has a nice selection of…read morepastries to choose from, and the americano was really tasty. I tried the quiche, which was just okay, but the salad was fresh and nice. They also offer wine and have live music, which makes it a fun place to relax and spend some time. Worth a visit!

This place is nice and cozy. It's different than your regular "mass produced" coffee place. It's…read morelocated in a quaint town of Inglewood where they have community events throughout the year in the neighbourhood. Love they serve a good selection of wine for during those times or evenings you want to relax and unwind. They serve a good selection of food too. I had the bacon & onion quiche with potato soup, hot and fresh. Perfect for the fall weather. Also ordered Rose' wine. Going into the weekend they have live performances, often emerging local talents from jazz, country to folk music. It's nice to have a warm place to enjoy your java. This is one of those places. It's convenient, there's plenty of parking and at certain hours it's free.

Literally the best breakfast bagel sandwich I have ever had. No exaggeration! Cool location too.read more

I visited Calgary and have heard great things about the coffee scene so I had to check out a few of…read morethe local cafes. Phil & Sebastian topped my list. The first time I went, there was a trainee barista which was very kind and patient but unfortunately they don't do pour overs anymore - when I pressed them about it, the reason was Covid. I'm not sure what covid has to do with anything since it's a pretty easy thing to keep on the side with low operating cost (I have one at home - total cost about $80) I ended up getting the drip coffee which was quite delicious- they were serving an Ethiopian origin coffee which was bright, fruity, floral but quite acidic. The next day I went back and met another barista who was clearly not interested in being there and was making conversation with another customer about how he hated Calgary and wished he never moved here (apparently from vancouver). While I can understand his sentiment being from Calgary myself and then moving away, it's not really a great way to start the day. The negativity was filling the air. He seemed like a knowledgeable enough guy but I don't think I'll go back if he's there. I ended up getting a bag of the Ethiopian coffee and I'll just make it myself when I get home If you're looking for a place to get a great cup of coffee and go, then definitely check this place out but don't expect to leave feeling energized by the environment. 4/5 bc the coffee and donuts are delicious

My favorite coffee stop in all of Calgary! This location has a lot of natural sunlight. The staff…read moreis knowledgeable in the bean selection. Plenty of beans with relatively recent roast dates. The coffee is fantastic. Pretty consistent with other locations. Will be back!

EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED!!…read more Disappointing first experience. I ordered three bags of espresso but received only two. Although all three items were marked as shipped on the packing slip, the La Laguneta espresso was missing from the shipment. I contacted the business on August 21, the day my order arrived, and followed up four times--three emails and one phone message. By August 29, I still had not received a response or any resolution. Mistakes can happen, but the lack of communication and accountability was extremely frustrating. I specifically ordered three different varieties because this was my first purchase and I wanted to try each one before deciding whether to order again. I had hoped to support a local business, but this experience has made me question whether future orders would be handled reliably. I am giving the business only a couple more business days to ship the missing bag or refund the charge for the product I did not receive. If the issue is not resolved within that time, I will dispute the charge for the unfulfilled portion of the order with my credit card company. An incomplete order should have been a simple matter to correct, but the lack of response has made it unnecessarily difficult.

I stumbled upon this hidden gem when I was visiting a nearby doctor. Went in for a cup of coffee…read moreand was pleasantly surprised, it was smooth and fresh. After a couple more visits. I discovered that they roast their own coffee. They mostly sell Costa Rica beans and a few Ethiopian ones. Central and South America beans have been my favorites so I bought a batch to make coffee at home and is my new place to go (I usually get my coffee a roasterie in Kensington). Then, the staff mentioned their weekend sweet potato waffles. So again I came back and they are sooooo good and only 8 dlls? What? This place is amazing. They also have a new outdoor area so you can eat outside in company of your pooch. They also observe precautions for covid.

There's nothing like a good cuppa joe to get the day started. I love this little cafe nestled in…read morethe heart of Bridgeland. It's cute, homey and boasts a great cup of coffee. I visited Baya Rica Cafe about a month ago and then again just yesterday. Every time has been extremely pleasant. The staff are warm and chatty which I love. This cozy cafe is located in a little house right off the main street. The inside is light and welcoming and there's a spacious patio for outdoor sitting (under the right circumstances). When it comes to the coffee... RATING: 8/10 - Baya Rica I ordered an americano (typical) and it definitely hit the spot. The coffee is smooth and the furthest thing from bitter. I prefer a little less water added. The flavour is incredible but I could do a bit stronger. FUN FACT: Baya Rica's beans are grown on a coffee farm in Costa Rica. If you're in the neighbourhood make sure to stop by!

What I love about this place is how inclusive it is while being so flavor forward…read more Our group had vegetarians, vegans, pescatarians, folks with walnut allergy and dairy intolerance and we all found plenty of options to pick from and try the range. Vegan breakfast options that too savory are hard to come by. You're limited to soy or coconut yogurt or just potatoes but this place had buddha bowl, tofu bowl, ramen, salads. So many options. Additionally they can make modifications to accomodate any requirements. We had our coffees made with soy milk and sugar free syrup. Everything is plated so beautifully. Super fast and friendly service. You must reserve ahead online a day before atleast before you go to ensure they confirm a spot because the seating is limited. In addition to kitchen items they also have a small bakery shelf for banana breads or anything else. 10/10 would recommend.

I had a very uncomfortable experience at this café. The male owner, Zack, was dismissive from the…read morestart. We were shocked to find another couple sitting at our reserved table--frankly, I hadn't anticipated it would be a shared table for eight in the first place. To make matters worse, we were rushed to order and pay the bill. After that couple left, another pair were seated at our six-person table without any explanation. Our dishes arrived in two separate waves with a 10-minute gap. They also automatically added an 18% tip for parties of more than five people, which I expect at least we should have a private table. When I expressed my dissatisfaction to the server, the owner came out and became confrontational and aggressive. He raised his voice, saying I could "tell him what I am not satisfied with." Then he offered a refund, which I immediately declined, and afterward snatched a package of coffee from the counter and offered it as compensation. I refused again--it felt more like an insult than a genuine apology. After we posted our reviews, the owner privately messaged my friend, asking us to remove them and citing the "small Chinese community" as a reason we should support each other. That's incredibly manipulative. Using community guilt to pressure customers into deleting honest feedback is inappropriate and only reinforces our negative experience. I will not be returning.

The location in East Village has a good amount of seating, ranging from tables by the windows to…read moresome darker/cozier tables on the side with more privacy. There is free Wi-Fi, and there appeared to be some outlets. I went on a weekday around noon, and there were still a good amount of seats available. The staff were kind and got my order (a matcha latte and a grilled chicken flatbread) out in a timely manner. Although the café itself had a cozy ambience, I would say that my order was rather lackluster. The matcha latte was really milky, and the matcha itself tasted watered down. And the grilled chicken flatbread tasted decent, but it was super crumbly and messy to eat, making it almost feel like a choking hazard with some bites. I would like to go back to try a different flavor of drink since the ambience was nice. But based on my first experience, it wasn't the greatest café Calgary had to offer.

The egg croissant and a coffee is a great start to a lazy weekend day…read more Lovely quiet spot out of the way ... nice stop along the river without being too busy or loud

Loved hanging out at this place, very cool vibes - friendly, busy but not packed, would be a good…read moreplace to get some work done. Service was fast despite it being so busy. Didn't get food, but I loved my london fog latte and they seemed to have a lot of cool options. My partner said the coffee beans were great too.

I just had an affogato here and the espresso was great, making the whole thing delicious! The shop…read moreitself has a bright atmosphere with a fresh, cute aesthetic that makes it a really pleasant place to hang out. The baristas were friendly and quick!

I have gone here a few times years apart since visiting and I have always enjoyed this cafe. I have…read moregotten a matcha here in the past that was okay, but their fall drinks currently look so good. This time around I tried something they offer by reservation called afternoon tea for $40. We each got to pick a tea for our tea pot and had about 8 options. The tea itself wasn't anything special. We tried the chai and the alforno blend which both didn't taste very strong. The afternoon tea deal also came with a snack tower, the bottom consisting of savory sandwich bites, and the top two levels with pastries and sweets. The things that stood out to me were the lemon meringue, fruit tart, and the carrot cake (the cream cheese frosting was really tasty). Overall, this was a super cute and fun thing to try. I'd definitely recommend it if you want to try little bites of various things they carry.

Checked this place out while exploring Calgary…read more Very busy brunch spot, beautiful pastry display. - Service was very quick, team was super friendly and made a good treat suggestion. Lemon tart - tart was good, nice crunch to it, lemon was tangy and sweet - just the right combinations of flavours. So why just three stars - well the drink was a let down for me, matcha was not coming through - ended up tasting more like a cup of sweetened oat milk. I'd come back to explore there other pastries, or try there brunch - but that would need to wait until I visit Calgary again.

Food- wonderful, service- amazing, and ambience- delightful This was a hit with our teens and us!read more

My oh my Namo Cafe and bistro was delicious. With tons of unique indian fusion options Namo cafe…read morepeaked my interest. When my bf and I went we were not overly hungry so we decided to get an entree and share and I am so glad that we did since the portions here were enormous. The service was also great and the ambiance inside was cute and bubbly with tons of bright colors! We decided to get the lunch special of the Duck confit monte cristo which is French toast stacked with bacon, duck, a fried egg and arugula and paired with cheese and maple syrup. I requested the cheese on the side since I am lactose intollerant but my bf is not. Everything about this dish was fresh, packed with flavor and perfectly sweet and savory. My favorite part was the fluffy French toast and the rich duck pieces. Slathering everything in Canadian maple syrup was the right move and the maple syrup elevated the entire dish even more! While the dish was incredible, the drinks sadly fell short as we decided to get the matcha latte and the oat milk masala chai. Out of the two the masala chai definitely had more spice and flavor but both were mild for my liking and a tad watery.

Sunshine friendly staff, crazy amazing looking doughnuts (didn't try), and equally lovely looking…read morepastries. Love that they offered almond, chocolate, and pistachio croissants. Fresh made iced tea was spot on. Nice vibe.

My daughter and I are huge fans of the Vegan Croissant breakfast sandwich at To Live For Bakery in…read moreVancouver, so when I was planning a trip for us to Calgary and found out that there's a vegan bakery in Calgary with a vegan breakfast sandwich, I knew I wanted to come and check it out. We came here with a couple of friends of ours whom we had come to Calgary to visit. The closest thing they have here to our beloved Vegan Croissant Breakfast sandwich is a Vegan Ham & Cheese Croissant. When I looked at it, it really wasn't jumping out at me. There were two other breakfast sandwich alternatives here and both of them were sandwiched between bagels rather than croissants. I prefer croissants but I do also like bagels and I don't eat bagels very often so I opted for the EBC which had vegan egg, bacon and cheese in it. This was pretty good. I especially enjoyed the taste of the vegan bacon in it. My daughter had the vegan Spinach Ricotta roll. I took a bite of it. Very impressed. Warm, flaky and it very much reminded me of Spanakopita. I think I'd order this for myself if I ever come back here again. For drinks we had Mango Matcha and Ube Chai. My Ube Chai came with some kind of Cinnamon flavored vegan whipping cream on top. I enjoyed my drink but didn't really taste much Ube in it. Mostly I tasted Cinnamon from the whipping cream. There was this big blue Cookie Monster cookie that was giving Cookie Monster Vibes. I bought one of these for us to share with our friends. Not bad, but not outstanding. I love the charming and relaxing atmosphere at this cafe. We had a nice, big round table all to ourselves. It's a cozy place and much easier to get a seat than To Live For Bakery which has lineups out the door everyday. Food here was pretty good. Not as good as To Live For, and they don't seem like they have regular features like To Live For's cube croissant which changes flavor about once a month and draws in crowds of people, and probably gets a ton of views on Instagram; however, the food here is still very good. A great neighbourhood place for vegans or non vegans interested in exploring plant based food.