Sure, there’s a Starbucks around the corner or a Second Cup across the street, but there’s also plenty of local coffee shops that make amaaaaaazing chai lattes or home brews that will knock your socks off. Next time you’re craving a cup of joe, or a nice quiet place to read your book, check out one of these local spots and support your neighbours who are working oh-so- hard to bring you the best of the best.
Lazy Loaf & Kettle
Located just off the Bow River Pathway in Parkdale, this cafe beckons everyone with its warm atmosphere and freshly-baked bread smell. The bakery operates day-in and day-out to bring you warm, fresh baked goods to drool over, just like this cinnamon buns!
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Monogram Coffee
Drinks, treats, coffee-flavoured soft serve ice cream… Yes, you read that right! Monogram serves ice cream in a cup – we know where you’re headed next!
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Vendome Cafe
Did someone say brunch?! This multi-service coffee shop brings you baked goods, lunch items and delectable desserts with an array of warm beverages as well as beer and wine available. Stay for an hour or three, you won’t be able to choose just one thing from the menu!
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Analog
The perfect coffee and chill locations for you to relax, get to work or simply pick up a cup of joe. Find Analog coffee all over the city, including your Sunday morning stroll at the Calgary Farmers’ Market!
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Weeds Cafe
Why sit at home when this coffee shop already feels like it?! This coffee shop has two rooms: the front, traditional coffee shop room and the back, comfy, piano-and-games room. The perfect spot for any activity.
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Deville Coffee
Come for the coffee – stay for the treats! Deville Coffee locations are sprinkled all around the city with delicious pastries, warm beverages and cozy seats just waiting for you to curl up and spend the day.
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