Best Cafés in Calgary
This guide lists Calgary's top-rated cafes, bakeries, and coffee shops based on Google user reviews as of October 2026. It includes 20 places, all of which have at least 150 reviews and current Google ratings ranging from 4.7 to a perfect 5.0. The list is heavily weighted towards inexpensive options, with only three places noted as having a moderate price level. Establishments are spread across many neighbourhoods, with Southeast Calgary, Southwest Calgary, and Downtown appearing multiple times. The categories are mostly cafes and coffee shops, but also feature several bakeries and one bubble tea store. The consistently high ratings, including two with a perfect 5.0 score, reflect strong customer satisfaction. This selection focuses solely on places that were open and had substantial review data at the time of compilation, ensuring a reliable snapshot of popular local spots.
| # | Name | Area | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phillistines Bakery & Sweets | South Airways | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 2,421 | $ |
| 2 | Greedy Donut | Southeast Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 2,339 | $ |
| 3 | Korner for Soul (Specialty Coffee) | Downtown | ★★★★★ 5 | 403 | $ |
| 4 | Frida's Coffee Home | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 503 | $ |
| 5 | The Vintage Cafe | Westwinds | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 500 | $ |
| 6 | Apprentice Cafe | Southeast Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 474 | $ |
| 7 | Stoop Cafe | Renfrew | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 445 | $ |
| 8 | Haifa Cafe | Horizon | ★★★★★ 5 | 307 | $ |
| 9 | Haven House Cafe | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 404 | $ |
| 10 | Congress Coffee Company | Greenview Industrial Park | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 566 | $ |
| 11 | Calgary Heritage Roasting Company | Southeast Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 540 | |
| 12 | AGGÜDO COFFEE ROASTERS | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 983 | $$ |
| 13 | Tim's Cafe | Southeast Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 504 | $ |
| 14 | Canela Vegan Bakery & Cafe | Inglewood | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 898 | $ |
| 15 | Y Not Today Bingsu & Bubble tea. Board game and Dessert cafe | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 477 | |
| 16 | Element Cafe | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 805 | $$ |
| 17 | Sierra Cafe Inc. | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 462 | $ |
| 18 | Righteous Gelato | Mayland | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 794 | $$ |
| 19 | Sought and Found Coffee Roasters | Crescent Heights | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 755 | $ |
| 20 | Chai Sutta Bar | Saddle Ridge | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 443 | $ |
Phillistines Bakery & Sweets
Phillistines Bakery & Sweets in South Airways is an inexpensive bakery with a 4.8 rating from 2421 reviews. It is open daily, with late hours until midnight on weekends. Reviewers often mention kunafa, baklava, and Turkish coffee.
Opening hours
- Sun 10:00-22:00
- Mon 09:00-22:00
- Tue 09:00-22:00
- Wed 09:00-22:00
- Thu 09:00-22:00
- Fri 09:00-00:00
- Sat 09:00-00:00
Greedy Donut
Greedy Donut is an inexpensive bakery in Southeast Calgary, also rated 4.8 from 2339 reviews. It serves coffee and is open daily from 11 am to 8 pm. Reviewers frequently praise its donuts, including the Milk Cream and London Fog varieties.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-20:00
- Mon 11:00-20:00
- Tue 11:00-20:00
- Wed 11:00-20:00
- Thu 11:00-20:00
- Fri 11:00-20:00
- Sat 11:00-20:00
Korner for Soul (Specialty Coffee)
Korner for Soul is a specialty coffee shop in Downtown with a perfect 5.0 rating from 403 reviews. This inexpensive spot is open weekday mornings and afternoons. Reviewers often note the friendly owners, cozy atmosphere, and matcha latte.
Opening hours
- Mon 07:30-15:30
- Tue 07:30-15:30
- Wed 07:30-15:30
- Thu 07:30-15:30
- Fri 07:30-15:30
Frida's Coffee Home
Frida's Coffee Home, a women-owned coffee shop in Downtown, has a 4.9 rating from 503 reviews. It is inexpensive and open daily. Reviewers frequently mention Mexican treats like tamales, mazapan coffee, and tres leches cake.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-17:00
- Mon 08:00-17:00
- Tue 08:00-17:00
- Wed 08:00-17:00
- Thu 08:00-17:00
- Fri 08:00-17:00
- Sat 09:00-17:00
The Vintage Cafe
The Vintage Cafe in Westwinds has a 4.9 rating from 500 reviews and is inexpensive. It offers long hours, opening daily at 8 am. Reviewers often talk about the Spanish latte, mango matcha, and tandoori paneer sandwich.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-22:30
- Mon 08:00-22:30
- Tue 08:00-21:30
- Wed 08:00-21:30
- Thu 08:00-21:30
- Fri 08:00-22:30
- Sat 08:00-22:30
Apprentice Cafe
Apprentice Cafe in Southeast Calgary is rated 4.9 from 474 reviews and is inexpensive. It has outdoor seating and is open daily from 8 am. Reviewers frequently mention the cozy atmosphere, focaccia, and homemade pistachio ice cream.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-17:00
- Mon 08:00-17:00
- Tue 08:00-17:00
- Wed 08:00-20:00
- Thu 08:00-20:00
- Fri 08:00-20:00
- Sat 08:00-17:00
Stoop Cafe
Stoop Cafe in Renfrew is an inexpensive cafe with a 4.9 rating from 445 reviews. It is open from 9 am to 3 pm, Wednesday through Sunday. Reviewers often highlight the panini, cheesesteak, and its role as a neighbourhood cafe.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-15:00
- Wed 09:00-15:00
- Thu 09:00-15:00
- Fri 09:00-15:00
- Sat 09:00-15:00
Haifa Cafe
Haifa Cafe in Horizon has a perfect 5.0 rating from 307 reviews and is inexpensive. It keeps very late hours, open until 2 am on weekends. Reviewers frequently mention matcha, lattes, and items like the pastrami sandwich.
Opening hours
- Sun 10:00-00:00
- Mon 08:00-00:00
- Tue 08:00-00:00
- Wed 08:00-00:00
- Thu 08:00-00:00
- Fri 08:00-02:00
- Sat 10:00-02:00
Haven House Cafe
Haven House Cafe in Northwest Calgary is an inexpensive coffee shop rated 4.9 from 404 reviews. It features a fireplace and live music, with varying hours. Reviewers often talk about the friendly owner, muffins, and Montreal smoked meat sandwich.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-15:00
- Mon 07:30-20:00
- Tue 07:30-20:00
- Wed 07:30-20:00
- Thu 07:30-15:30
- Fri 07:30-18:30
- Sat 09:00-15:00
Congress Coffee Company
Congress Coffee Company is a women-owned, inexpensive coffee shop in Greenview Industrial Park, rated 4.8 from 566 reviews. It hosts live music and open mic nights. Reviewers often mention the friendly staff and hot chocolate.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-17:00
- Mon 07:00-17:00
- Tue 07:00-17:00
- Wed 07:00-21:00
- Thu 07:00-21:00
- Fri 07:00-22:00
- Sat 09:00-22:00
Calgary Heritage Roasting Company
Calgary Heritage Roasting Company is a coffee roastery in Southeast Calgary with a 4.8 rating from 540 reviews. It is located in a heritage building and is open daily. Reviewers often note the friendly staff, patio, and flash fuel instant coffee.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-16:00
- Mon 08:00-16:00
- Tue 08:00-18:00
- Wed 08:00-18:00
- Thu 08:00-18:00
- Fri 08:00-18:00
- Sat 08:00-18:00
AGGÜDO COFFEE ROASTERS
AGGÜDO COFFEE ROASTERS in Northwest Calgary is a cafe with a moderate price level and a 4.7 rating from 983 reviews. It is open daily from 7 or 8 am until 8 pm. Reviewers frequently mention friendly staff, latte art, and pastries.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-20:00
- Mon 07:00-20:00
- Tue 07:00-20:00
- Wed 07:00-20:00
- Thu 07:00-20:00
- Fri 07:00-20:00
- Sat 08:00-20:00
Tim's Cafe
Tim's Cafe in Southeast Calgary is an inexpensive cafe rated 4.8 from 504 reviews. It serves breakfast and lunch, opening at 7 am and closing at 2 pm. Reviewers often praise the homemade bread, eggs benedict, and friendly staff.
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
Canela Vegan Bakery & Cafe
Canela Vegan Bakery & Cafe is a women-owned, inexpensive bakery in Inglewood, rated 4.7 from 898 reviews. It is closed on Mondays. Reviewers frequently highlight the vegan options, cinnamon buns, and pistachio croissants.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-18:00
- Tue 09:00-17:00
- Wed 09:00-17:00
- Thu 09:00-17:00
- Fri 09:00-19:00
- Sat 08:30-19:00
Y Not Today Bingsu & Bubble tea. Board game and Dessert cafe
Y Not Today is a bubble tea store in Southwest Calgary with a 4.8 rating from 477 reviews. It offers board games, paint nights, and is open daily from noon. Reviewers often mention bingsu, mango shaved ice, and boba pearls.
Opening hours
- Sun 12:00-22:00
- Mon 12:00-22:00
- Tue 16:00-22:00
- Wed 12:00-22:00
- Thu 12:00-22:00
- Fri 12:00-23:00
- Sat 12:00-23:00
Element Cafe
Element Cafe in Southwest Calgary has a moderate price level and a 4.7 rating from 805 reviews. It is open daily with long hours. Reviewers frequently note the friendly staff, vegan options, and pastries like the pistachio croissant.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-22:00
- Mon 07:30-22:00
- Tue 07:30-22:00
- Wed 07:30-22:00
- Thu 07:30-22:00
- Fri 07:30-22:00
- Sat 08:00-22:00
Sierra Cafe Inc.
Sierra Cafe Inc. in Southwest Calgary is an inexpensive cafe rated 4.8 from 462 reviews. It has a patio and is open daily from 7:30 or 8 am. Reviewers often mention the friendly staff, scones, and avocado toast.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-18:00
- Mon 07:30-18:00
- Tue 07:30-18:00
- Wed 07:30-18:00
- Thu 07:30-18:00
- Fri 07:30-18:00
- Sat 07:30-18:00
Righteous Gelato
Righteous Gelato in Mayland is a cafe with a moderate price level and a 4.7 rating from 794 reviews. It is only open four days a week, from Thursday to Sunday. Reviewers frequently talk about the gelato, sorbetto, and dairy-free options.
Opening hours
- Sun 12:30-20:00
- Thu 12:30-20:00
- Fri 12:30-20:00
- Sat 12:30-20:00
Sought and Found Coffee Roasters
Sought and Found Coffee Roasters in Crescent Heights is an inexpensive coffee shop rated 4.7 from 755 reviews. It is a roastery open daily. Reviewers often mention the friendly staff, matcha, and coffee flights.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-17:00
- Mon 08:30-18:00
- Tue 08:30-18:00
- Wed 08:30-18:00
- Thu 08:30-18:00
- Fri 08:30-18:00
- Sat 08:30-18:00
Chai Sutta Bar
Chai Sutta Bar in Saddle Ridge is an inexpensive cafe rated 4.8 from 443 reviews. It is open daily from 9 am to 9 pm. Reviewers frequently highlight the chai, paratha, samosa, and paneer sandwich.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-21:00
- Mon 09:00-21:00
- Tue 09:00-21:00
- Wed 09:00-21:00
- Thu 09:00-21:00
- Fri 09:00-21:00
- Sat 09:00-21:00
Tips before you go
- Check hours before visiting, as they vary widely. Some spots like Haifa Cafe are open past midnight, while others like Tim's Cafe close at 2 pm.
- Most places on this list are inexpensive, with only AGGÜDO COFFEE ROASTERS, Element Cafe, and Righteous Gelato listed at a moderate price level.
- Many cafes, including Apprentice Cafe and Sierra Cafe, offer outdoor seating or a patio.
- Several places highlight specific services: Phillistines and Canela offer delivery and pickup, while Y Not Today provides board games.
- For early mornings, places like Korner for Soul and Congress Coffee open at 7:30 am or earlier on weekdays.
- Note weekly closures: Canela Vegan Bakery is closed on Mondays, and Stoop Cafe is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
How we made this list
This list was created using data from Google Maps, specifically the ratings and review counts as of October 22, 2026. To ensure a meaningful comparison, a minimum threshold of 150 reviews was set for inclusion. A weighted rating formula was applied to the raw scores to prevent places with very few reviews from ranking above those with many. The final list only includes establishments that were confirmed to be open, resulting in 20 cafes, bakeries, and coffee shops. This method aims to highlight consistently well-regarded spots based on substantial customer feedback.
Questions about cafés in Calgary
Which cafe has the highest rating?
Two cafes have a perfect 5.0 Google rating: Korner for Soul in Downtown with 403 reviews, and Haifa Cafe in Horizon with 307 reviews. Both are listed as inexpensive. Several others have ratings of 4.9, including Frida's Coffee Home with 503 reviews, The Vintage Cafe with 500, and Apprentice Cafe with 474.
Are there any late-night options?
Yes, several places have late hours. Haifa Cafe in Horizon is open until midnight from Sunday to Thursday and until 2 am on Friday and Saturday. Phillistines Bakery in South Airways is open until midnight on Friday and Saturday. Congress Coffee in Greenview Industrial Park is open until 10 pm on Friday and 9 pm on Saturday. Element Cafe in Southwest Calgary is also open until 10 pm daily.
Where can I find good vegan options?
Canela Vegan Bakery & Cafe in Inglewood is a dedicated vegan bakery with a 4.7 rating from 898 reviews. Element Cafe in Southwest Calgary, with a 4.7 rating from 805 reviews, also has vegan options noted by reviewers. Righteous Gelato in Mayland, rated 4.7 from 794 reviews, offers dairy-free gelato and sorbetto. These three spots provide clear choices for those seeking plant-based treats.
Which neighbourhoods have the most cafes on this list?
Southeast Calgary has four places: Greedy Donut, Apprentice Cafe, Calgary Heritage Roasting Company, and Tim's Cafe. Southwest Calgary also has four: Y Not Today, Element Cafe, Sierra Cafe, and Righteous Gelato. Downtown has two highly-rated coffee shops: Korner for Soul and Frida's Coffee Home. Several other neighbourhoods have one entry each, showing good coverage across the city.
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