It’s no secret that Calgarians love brunch. Calgary is home to many established and beloved brunch restaurants, some of which have recently opened new locations in different quadrants of the city. Adding to this vibrancy are brand new brunch spots, as well as reimagined or existing restaurants that have recently added brunch to their menus.
Here are some of the latest brunch offerings in the city to take your taste buds on a new adventure.
Ahinke’s Kitchen
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If you’re in the mood for a Nigerian brunch, look no further. At the recently renovated Ahinke, Calgarians can enjoy a new dining experience that offers “a Nigerian twist on brunch.” The tasty and filling brunch menu is available all day alongside several popular Nigerian dishes. Try dishes like the buttermilk waffles with suya spiced fried chicken and peppersoup gravy, Plantain Paradise French Toast, meat pie poutine with peppersoup gravy or the suya bacon eggs Benedict.
6, 2650 36 St. S.E., 877-622-7212, ahinkeskitchen.com
Komorebi Brunch
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This Japanese fusion brunch spot is one of the newest additions to Calgary’s brunch scene. Featuring Japanese-inspired flavours, the Bridgeland restaurant is a must-visit spot for brunch fans, with six eggs Benedict options with toppings like zangi chicken, spicy cauliflower or beef amiyaki. For those craving something sweet, dishes like the matcha pancakes, French toast topped with matcha ice cream or the croffle (a cross between a croissant and a waffle) could be just the thing.
725 1 Ave. N.E., 825-962-7779, @komorebi_yyc
Monki Bistro
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With three locations to its name already, Monki Bistro continues to expand with a new restaurant in Arbour Lake that opened over the summer. With its earth-toned palette and many plants, the new space offers a cozy atmosphere to indulge in one of Monki’s signature stuffed French toasts or dip some fresh fruits and waffles into the velvety chocolate fondue. When you’re craving a decadent brunch experience, this is the place to go.
842 Crowfoot Cres. N.W., 403-930-0813, monkibistro.ca
Namo
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Enjoy a delicious, hearty meal at Namo’s third and newest location on Macleod Trail. This family-owned-and-operated restaurant is one of Calgary’s most popular brunch destinations with its fusion dishes inspired by cuisines from around the world. Think Mumbai-style eggs served on buttered brioche, a flavourful tuna poke toast or a fresh passion fruit mango crepe. If you want to visit beyond brunch, this new location is the only one that also offers a dinner menu.
Unit D, 290 9737 Macleod Tr. S.W., 403-453-6664, namocafebistro.com
Pizza Letty
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Pizza is always a great choice no matter what time it is, and that includes brunch time. This newly opened pizzeria offers a brunch menu that includes, you guessed it, a Neapolitan-style brunch pizza topped with poached eggs, smoked pork belly, green onions and hollandaise. If you’re not in the mood for pizza, the brunch menu is also full of brunch favourites such as buttermilk pancakes, Turkish eggs, a chorizo hash bowl and more.
247 12 Ave. S.E., 587-393-1989, pizzaletty.com
Ryuko Japanese Kitchen + Bar
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Ryuko has established itself as one of the city’s go-to spots for a premium Japanese dining experience. The restaurant, which has locations in Lake Bonavista and Christie Park, recently launched a brunch menu that’s exclusively available at the Christie Park location. With traditional Japanese and Japanese-inspired dishes, the brunch menu features items like an onsen tamago Benedict with your choice of ebi, truffle mushroom tempura or chashu, as well as a yuzu crème brûlée shokupan made with house-baked milk bread. Pair dishes like these with Ryuko’s popular iced creamy matcha latte.
3150, 40 Christie Park View S.W., 403-991-3208, ryuko.ca
