Best Brunch in Calgary
This list covers Calgary's top-rated brunch and breakfast spots based on Google reviews from October 2026. It includes restaurants, diners, and cafes from across the city, with a strong showing from Northwest Calgary and the Beltline. Most places have a moderate price level, though several inexpensive options are also highly rated. Jerusalem Shawarma has the most reviews at 6,817, while Komorebi Brunch has one of the higher ratings at 4.8 from 432 reviews.
The selection reflects diverse cuisines, from classic Canadian breakfasts to Korean, Turkish, and Indian offerings. Places like Jerusalem Shawarma and Earls have thousands of reviews, indicating broad popularity. Others, like Komorebi Brunch, have slightly fewer reviews but equally high ratings. Every place listed has at least 150 reviews and was open at the time of compilation. This ensures a reliable list based on substantial customer feedback from a wide range of diners.
| # | Name | Area | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pür & Simple | Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 3,066 | $$ |
| 2 | Gogi Kitchen - Downtown, Calgary | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 2,298 | $ |
| 3 | Galaxie Diner | Beltline | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 2,284 | $$ |
| 4 | Namo Cafe Bistro (Beltline) | Beltline | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 1,223 | $$ |
| 5 | Jerusalem Shawarma | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 6,817 | $$ |
| 6 | Earls Kitchen + Bar | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 5,245 | $$ |
| 7 | Monki Breakfast Club & Bistro Crowfoot | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,949 | $ |
| 8 | Pfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,910 | $$ |
| 9 | Monki Breakfast Club & Bistro Greenwich | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,208 | $$ |
| 10 | PB and J YYC | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 578 | $ |
| 11 | Turca Breakfast House | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,094 | $$ |
| 12 | Atithi Pure Veg Indian Restaurant | Falconridge | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 970 | $ |
| 13 | BROUHAHA / Breakfast,Brunch,Lunch | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 952 | $$ |
| 14 | Tim's Cafe | Southeast Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 504 | $ |
| 15 | John's Breakfast & Lunch | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 835 | $ |
| 16 | Gate of India Fine Indian Cuisine | Country Hills Village | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 2,658 | $$ |
| 17 | Monki Breakfast Club & Bistro Inglewood | Southeast Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 2,455 | $$ |
| 18 | Wafflato | Cafe & Lounge | Beltline | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 729 | $ |
| 19 | Komorebi Brunch | Bridgeland-Riverside | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 432 | $ |
| 20 | Via Cibo | Coventry Hills | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 2,178 | $$ |
Pür & Simple
It has moderate prices and is open daily from 7:00 to 15:00. Reviewers often mention kind staff, large portions, and specific dishes like eggs benedict, Crepe Crepe, and smoothies.
Opening hours
- Sun 07:00-15:00
- Mon 07:00-15:00
- Tue 07:00-15:00
- Wed 07:00-15:00
- Thu 07:00-15:00
- Fri 07:00-15:00
- Sat 07:00-15:00
Gogi Kitchen - Downtown, Calgary
It opens at 10:00 or 11:00 daily and closes at 21:00. Reviewers frequently talk about bibimbap, BBQ bowls, bulgogi, and poutine.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-21:00
- Mon 10:00-21:00
- Tue 10:00-21:00
- Wed 10:00-21:00
- Thu 10:00-21:00
- Fri 10:00-21:00
- Sat 11:00-21:00
Galaxie Diner
Reviewers often highlight the hash browns, bottomless toast, and Montreal Smoked Meat Hash.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-15:00
- Mon 08:00-15:00
- Tue 07:00-15:00
- Wed 07:00-15:00
- Thu 07:00-15:00
- Fri 07:00-15:00
- Sat 08:00-15:00
Namo Cafe Bistro (Beltline)
Reviewers mention tater tots, flavourful food, and dishes like the duck confit monte cristo.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-15:00
- Mon 07:00-15:00
- Tue 07:00-15:00
- Wed 07:00-15:00
- Thu 07:00-15:00
- Fri 07:00-15:00
- Sat 08:00-15:00
Jerusalem Shawarma
Reviewers often note welcoming staff, platters, and free baklava or tea.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-22:00
- Mon 09:00-22:00
- Tue 09:00-22:00
- Wed 09:00-22:00
- Thu 09:00-22:00
- Fri 09:00-22:00
- Sat 09:00-22:00
Earls Kitchen + Bar
It has moderate prices and opens at 11:00, closing late. Reviewers frequently mention welcoming staff, a happy hour, a patio, and quick seating.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-00:00
- Mon 11:00-00:00
- Tue 11:00-00:00
- Wed 11:00-00:00
- Thu 11:00-00:00
- Fri 11:00-01:00
- Sat 11:00-01:00
Monki Breakfast Club & Bistro Crowfoot
Monki Breakfast Club in Crowfoot is a Northwest Calgary breakfast restaurant. Reviewers often talk about brisket hash, avocado toast, and the patio.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-14:30
- Mon 08:30-14:00
- Tue 08:30-14:00
- Wed 08:30-14:00
- Thu 08:30-14:00
- Fri 08:30-14:00
- Sat 08:00-14:30
Pfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus
Pfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus is a women-owned Dutch restaurant in Southwest Calgary. Reviewers mention savoury Dutch pancakes and crepes.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-15:00
- Wed 09:00-15:00
- Thu 09:00-15:00
- Fri 09:00-15:00
- Sat 08:00-15:00
Monki Breakfast Club & Bistro Greenwich
Monki Breakfast Club in Greenwich is another Northwest Calgary location. Reviewers often cite eggs benedict and brisket poutine.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-14:30
- Mon 08:30-14:00
- Tue 08:30-14:00
- Wed 08:30-14:00
- Thu 08:30-14:00
- Fri 08:30-14:00
- Sat 08:00-14:30
PB and J YYC
Reviewers frequently mention Peanut Buttercups, friendly owners, and grilled cheese.
Opening hours
- Sun 07:00-21:00
- Mon 07:00-21:00
- Tue 07:00-21:00
- Wed 07:00-21:00
- Thu 07:00-21:00
- Fri 07:00-21:00
- Sat 07:00-21:00
Turca Breakfast House
Reviewers often talk about platters, honey cake, and simit.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-17:00
- Tue 08:00-15:00
- Wed 08:00-15:00
- Thu 08:00-15:00
- Fri 08:00-16:00
- Sat 08:00-17:00
Atithi Pure Veg Indian Restaurant
Atithi Pure Veg in Falconridge is an Indian restaurant rated 4.7 from 970 reviews. Reviewers mention it is a pure vegetarian restaurant with authentic flavours like misal pav.
Opening hours
- Sun 07:00-23:00
- Mon 07:00-23:00
- Tue 07:00-23:00
- Wed 07:00-23:00
- Thu 07:00-23:00
- Fri 07:00-23:00
- Sat 07:00-23:00
BROUHAHA / Breakfast,Brunch,Lunch
BROUHAHA in Northwest Calgary is a brunch restaurant with a 4.7 rating from 952 reviews. Reviewers often note omurice, food presentation, and portion size.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-15:00
- Mon 07:00-15:00
- Tue 07:00-15:00
- Wed 07:00-15:00
- Thu 07:00-15:00
- Fri 07:00-15:00
- Sat 08:00-15:00
Tim's Cafe
Tim's Cafe in Southeast Calgary is a cafe rated 4.8 from 504 reviews. Reviewers frequently mention friendly staff, homemade bread, and eggs benedict.
Opening hours
- Sun 07:00-14:00
- Mon 07:00-14:00
- Wed 07:00-14:00
- Thu 07:00-14:00
- Fri 07:00-14:00
- Sat 07:00-14:00
John's Breakfast & Lunch
John's Breakfast & Lunch in Northwest Calgary is a Canadian restaurant. Reviewers often highlight generous portions and a family-owned business.
Opening hours
- Tue 08:00-15:30
- Wed 08:00-15:30
- Thu 08:00-15:30
- Fri 08:00-15:30
- Sat 08:00-15:30
Gate of India Fine Indian Cuisine
It has moderate prices and is open from 11:00 to 23:00 daily. Reviewers frequently mention a buffet, butter chicken, and goat curry.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-23:00
- Mon 11:00-23:00
- Tue 11:00-23:00
- Wed 11:00-23:00
- Thu 11:00-23:00
- Fri 11:00-23:00
- Sat 11:00-23:00
Monki Breakfast Club & Bistro Inglewood
Monki Breakfast Club in Inglewood is a women-owned breakfast restaurant in Southeast Calgary. Reviewers often talk about brisket hash and mimosas.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-14:30
- Mon 08:30-14:00
- Tue 08:30-14:00
- Wed 08:30-14:00
- Thu 08:30-14:00
- Fri 08:30-14:00
- Sat 08:00-14:30
Wafflato | Cafe & Lounge
Wafflato in the Beltline is a cafe and lounge rated 4.7 from 729 reviews. Reviewers frequently mention waffles, welcoming staff, and chicken and waffles.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-18:00
- Mon 08:00-15:00
- Tue 08:00-15:00
- Wed 08:00-15:00
- Thu 08:00-15:00
- Fri 08:00-18:00
- Sat 08:00-18:00
Komorebi Brunch
Komorebi Brunch in Bridgeland-Riverside is a brunch restaurant rated 4.8 from 432 reviews. Reviewers often highlight croffle, chicken croffle, and matcha pancakes.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-15:30
- Mon 09:00-15:30
- Wed 09:00-15:30
- Thu 09:00-15:30
- Fri 09:00-15:30
- Sat 08:00-15:30
Via Cibo
It has moderate prices and hours from 11:00 to 21:00 or 22:00. Reviewers frequently mention alfredo, gelato, and free dessert.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-21:00
- Mon 11:00-21:00
- Tue 11:00-21:00
- Wed 11:00-21:00
- Thu 11:00-21:00
- Fri 11:00-22:00
- Sat 11:00-22:00
Tips before you go
- Check hours carefully, as many spots close by mid-afternoon. For example, most Monki locations stop service around 14:00 or 14:30.
- Northwest Calgary is well represented, with several top-rated options in that area.
- Price levels vary. For inexpensive meals, consider Gogi Kitchen, PB and J YYC, or Komorebi Brunch.
- Many places offer takeout and delivery, as indicated in their features. Some, like Atithi Pure Veg, also have drive-through service.
- If you prefer patio dining, look for features like 'has_seating_outdoors' at Earls, Monki, or John's Breakfast & Lunch.
- Note weekly closures: Pfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus is closed Monday and Tuesday, and Tim's Cafe is closed Tuesday.
How we made this list
This list was compiled using Google ratings and review counts as of October 22, 2026. A weighted rating was applied so that places with very few reviews did not rank unfairly high. Only establishments with at least 150 Google reviews were considered. The list includes only places that were open and operating at the time of research. This method ensures the rankings reflect both popularity and consistent quality based on a substantial volume of feedback.
Questions about brunch spots in Calgary
Which place has the highest rating?
Pür & Simple and Gogi Kitchen both have a 4.9 rating. Both are highly regarded by a large number of reviewers. This top rating is based on substantial feedback from Google users.
Are there good brunch options for vegetarians?
Yes. Atithi Pure Veg Indian Restaurant is a pure vegetarian restaurant with a 4.7 rating from 970 reviews. Other places, like Namo Cafe Bistro, have vegan options that reviewers mention. Several other restaurants also offer vegetarian dishes within their menus, providing a range of choices.
Where can I find brunch with a patio?
Several listed places have outdoor seating. These include Earls Kitchen + Bar, multiple Monki Breakfast Club locations, John's Breakfast & Lunch, Wafflato, and Komorebi Brunch, according to their listed features. Checking for 'has_seating_outdoors' in the features is a reliable way to identify them for your visit.
Do I need to make reservations for these places?
The facts do not specify reservation policies. However, reviewers for some spots like Galaxie Diner mention wait times. It is best to check directly with the restaurant or consider visiting during off-peak hours. Popular times on weekends may require more planning to avoid a potential wait.
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