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Best Breakfast in Northwest Calgary

October 31, 2025

By Cody Battershill

Looking for some delicious breakfast or brunch close to home? There’s a handful of awesome restaurants where you’ll find some of the best breakfast in northwest Calgary. Below, we explore the top NW Calgary breakfast restaurants that you’ll absolutely love. Also see:

Dairy Lane Café

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Address – 319 19th Street NW
Phone 403-283-2497
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This popular, well-established eatery in the community of Hillhurst has become a go-to place for breakfast and brunch for Calgarians across the city—not just the northwest; it’s that good!

One of our favourites is the smoked salmon, avocado and pickled onion eggs benny – although anything you order at Dairy Lane will blow your socks off. We also love the tostadas, omelettes, and kid-friendly options such as a simple breakfast, grilled cheese, and chicken fingers.

If you haven’t been to this restaurant just yet, know that it is quite small —like European-style small—with only a handful of tables. Try to arrive during non-peak hours, or be prepared to wait for a table.

Weeds Café

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Address – 1903 20th Avenue SW
Phone – 403-282-7940
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Tucked away in the charming Capitol Hill neighbourhood, Weeds Café is a hidden gem that offers some of the best breakfast fare in NW Calgary. This family-owned establishment is dedicated to providing its customers with delicious homemade dishes and a selection of imported coffees that elevate your morning routine.

We absolutely love the simple breakfast options, including the brekkie smoked salmon sandwich topped with cream cheese, red onions, and capers. Enjoy a selection of house-brewed coffees and sweet pastries to go with your meal! While Weeds Café has an inviting, tight-knit community vibe, keep in mind that it can get quite busy, especially on weekends.

John’s Breakfast & Lunch

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Address – 2614 4th Street NW-A
Phone – 403-277-0255
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Conveniently located in the Mount Pleasant community, John’s Breakfast & Lunch is easy to find on 4th Street NW, and is even easier to visit thanks to its accessible location and plentiful street parking. Compared to other brekkie restaurants across the northwest, John’s offers some of the best prices, with meals ranging from $12 to $19 across the board.

John’s Breakfast and Lunch is all about simplicity, a staple feature of its brand. The restaurant serves simple meals like a chorizo omelette, breakfast poutine, and your basic two-eggs and bacon or sausage with hashbrowns. The loaded omelette—stuffed with your choice of melty cheese, ham, crisp bacon, peppers, onions, and tomatoes—is pure morning bliss, served with golden hash browns and a thick slice of toast.

Monki Breakfast Club & Bistro

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Monki Breakfast Club & Bistro has become a beloved breakfast destination across Calgary, building a strong reputation for its fresh, modern take on brekkie and brunch meals. No matter which location you visit in the northwest (Crowfoot and Greenwich Village), you’ll enjoy the vibrant ambiance and energetic staff.

Monki’s menu is loaded with favourites, but the skillets really steal the show—layered with perfectly cooked eggs and packed with Alberta beef. The variety of avocado toasts are to die for, and an excellent option for a lighter meal to start the day. Unique weekend specials, delicious coffee, and a kids menu have solidified it as a can’t-miss stop for breakfast fans across Calgary’s northwest.

Lazy Loaf & Kettle

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Address – 8 Parkdale Crescent NW
Phone – 403-270-7810
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Set along the Bow River in the sought-after Parkdale neighbourhood, just down the hill from the Foothills Hospital, Lazy Loaf & Kettle has long been a go-to restaurant for breakfast in northwest Calgary. With plenty of parking and a comfy, home-style vibe, the restaurants is an easy and relaxing morning stop.

The highlight here is the homemade bread—thick, savoury slices served with almost every breakfast order. We love the build-it-yourself three egg omelette, loaded with your choice of fillings and paired with crispy hash browns and that signature toast. Lazy Loaf & Kettle is also known for its baked goods; the case is always stocked with irresistible goods—fresh muffins, cookies, and their famous chocolate chip banana bread that practically melts in your mouth.

The Bro’Kin Yolk

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Address – 12580 Symons Valley Road NW
Phone – 587-317-5743
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The Bro’Kin Yolk is a breakfast hotspot in Symons Valley near the community of Evanston, known for its Filipino-style take on brunch classics. Today, the chain has expanded to include several other locations around Calgary, a true testament to its popularity as one of the best breakfast restaurants around.

Our favorites include the Cali breakfast bowl and chicken and waffles, as well as the Oscar eggs benedict With four version of breakfast poutine, we absolutely love them all—especially by making the order half spinach and half hash browns. A friendly and inviting ambiance make Bro’Kin Yolk a staple of breakfast in the northwest.

Bro’Kin Yolk Express

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Address – #303 – 4820 Northland Drive NW
Phone – 403-300-2246
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Bro’Kin Yolk Express brings the beloved breakfast favourites of the original parent chain to a quick-service format in Northland Village, located in the community of Brentwood. Accessible and with easy parking, it’s perfect for a fast but top-quality breakfast on a busy morning.

Here, you’ll find a streamlined version of their popular menu, including eggs benny, chicken breakfast sandwiches, and fresh poutine-style bowls full of local ingredients—with a Filipino twist. Each order is fast, fresh, and never skimps on flavour. The Express concept stands out for convenience and speed, and is your best bet for a quick breakfast fix in the northwest.

Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House

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Address – 11670 Sarcee Trail NW
Phone – 825-414-0303
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Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House is a go-to restaurant in the deep northwest. Situated in Beacon Hill, it’s a great stop-in on the way to and from various big-box stores in the area.

The highlight—naturally—is the pancakes: fluffy, stacked high, and served with all your favourite toppings from fruit to whipped cream. The eggs benny and loaded breakfast skillets also keep regulars coming back, with big portions and plenty of choices for all appetites.

Stacked stands out for its family-friendly atmosphere, affordable prices, and a massive breakfast menu that lets everyone find something to love. It’s a true crowd-pleaser and a must-try for pancake fans in NW Calgary.

Café Le Matin

Address – 5720 Silver Springs Boulevard NW
Phone – 403-247-6647

Hidden in the northwest community of Silver Springs is Café Le Matin, an exceptional family-run restaurant offering traditional breakfast eats, hot drinks, and awesome specials that will leave your stomach and your pocketbook happy.

We love the simplicity of Café Le Matin’s brekkie options, including a traditional breakfast, French toast, and smoked wild salmon omelette (the best). Most meals are served with toast and hashbrowns. The restaurant also has delicious bagels, sandwiches, and burgers to boot.

NW Calgary’s Best Breakfast and Brunch

Whether you crave savoury pancakes, a hearty omelette, or the best homemade bread, northwest Calgary delivers something for every breakfast lover. Until next time, be sure to check out more of our Best in Calgary lists below: