Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Downtown East Village

"Alforno was born in the basement of a restaurant to supply Teatro Group with freshly baked bread from burger buns to baguettes. Once the operators landed a cozy coffee shop and bakery, they expanded offerings to include pastries such as matcha and white chocolate mousse entremets, handcrafted chocolate bonbons, and the famous tiramisu, a nod to their Italian heritage and the Berloni family recipe. If savoury is more your forte, the pasta dishes and oven-baked pizzas are to die for."

"You can bet your bottom dollar that if we were stranded on a deserted island and we could only bring one thing- it would be these Cream Puffs 😻. A post shared by Alforno Bakery & Cafe (@alfornobakery) on Sep 5, 2017 at 3:01pm PDT. Alforno is decked out in baked decadence offering everything from fresh-out-of-oven bread loaves to savoury and sweet scones and mile high cakes."

"This bakery cafe from Calgary’s Teatro Group has made fast friends with visitors who are enjoying their sweet and savoury selections. But their Lime Square is what has so many guests shouting with glee, though we couldn’t fault you for falling in love with their macaron or Opera cake. Address: 222 7th Street SWInstagram: @alfornobakery"

"Yann Haute Patisserie brings a little bit of France to Calgary. Located in a bright yellow house in the Cliff Bungalow neighbourhood, this bakery offers macarons, croissants, cakes, and more. When you walk inside, you’ll immediately be greeted with display cases showcasing all the tempting treats."

"A photo posted by Yann Haute Patisserie (@yannhautepatisserie) on Sep 13, 2016 at 5:33pm PDT. What’s better than macarons?. How about a cake made of macarons?!"

"Get your Calgary day off to a delicious start in the East Village neighborhood, with delectable pastries at Sidewalk Citizen Bakery and top-notch coffee at Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters. Tour Studio Bell, which houses Canada’s new National Music Centre, then head downtown to take in the city views from the landmark Calgary Tower. Around the corner, check out the excellent Glenbow Museum, which traces Calgary’s history and culture, and journey back in time at the Heritage Park Historical Village. For dinner, try one of the cool restaurants on 17th Avenue."

"What it is: More than just a bakery, this dine-in eatery offers a wide menu that also caters to vegetarians. Why go: The founder of this bakery, Aviv Fried, has the words “sour dough” tattooed on his fingers, displaying his passion for bread making to the world. Do you really need another reason to visit?"

"Even though Glamorgan Bakery specializes in Dutch heritage baking and is famous for its cheese buns, you’ll find plenty of other mouthwatering treats inside. You can also enjoy cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, brownies, éclairs, pies, tarts, cheesecakes, and cake pops. If you’re celebrating a special event, consider ordering one of the cakes to make it even more memorable."

"A photo posted by joelbirdsound (@joelbirdsound) on Jul 11, 2016 at 2:24pm PDT. You’ll find an assortment of delicious doughnuts for sale at this SW Calgary bakery, including doughnuts holes, giant Texas doughnuts, Long Johns, and jellies. Save room for their famous cheese buns."

"Located in the southwest of Calgary, this family-owned and operated business is a favourite among YYC foodies. From their incredible cheese buns to their made-with-love cakes, these guys have sweets down to a science."

"Crave Cookies and Cupcakes specializes more in the cupcake department rather than in actual cakes. So if you’re just looking to treat yourself or a few household members with some delectable treats on your special day, then this is the right shop for you. Make sure to also give them 24 hours’ notice prior to your big day."

"A photo posted by cravecupcakes (@cravecupcakes) on Oct 6, 2016 at 9:12am PDT. If it’s cupcakes you crave, there is no destination besides Crave to put on your list. Fresh baked from scratch daily, Crave’s selection of cupcakes are made in small batches using family recipes."

"With fully decorated cakes starting at $50, Crave has the most affordable special cakes in Calgary. Just be sure to order a cake at least 48 hours before your event. Crave’s well-crafted cakes are also perfect for special events like weddings."

"Takeout orders can be placed online or over the phone and are available for curbside pickup. 110, 8 Varsity Estates Circle N.W., 403-313-0503, euphoriacafe.ca"

"An Italian grocery and deli, Lina’s Italian Market also features a sunny cafeteria serving hot and cold lunches. Panini bar sandwiches such as the Pescara with roasted pork and peppers can be eaten cold or crisply grilled. Further mains include daily pasta with mixed greens or salad du jour as well as mini focaccia pizzas."

"To say that the Calgary Mini Donuts truck is simply just ‘worth hunting down’ would be a gross understatement – these folks are iconic, memorable and more than likely hold a special place in every Calgarian’s heart. Where: See location hereInstagram: @Calgaryminidonuts. Recent Posts:10 stores with huge online deals for Canadians this weekA Greek-inspired restaurant is taking over the former Citizen Bar spot on King West"

"The ultimate in cool donuts, Jelly is Calgary’s icing-topped and hole-y pride and joy. They’ve got a crop of filled, dipped, and cake-style donuts in exciting flavours, along with seasonal specials, and even donut sandwiches. Address: 3 Calgary locations; check website for detailsInstagram: @jellymodern"

"Jelly Modern Doughnuts is Canada’s premiere doughnut bakery, specializing in crafting the most delicious doughnuts. They are committed to taking care of the environment by using bamboo materials in their cafe and using recyclable packaging. Address:100 1414 8 Street SW"

"Girl on the till was on her phone when I waited in line, not a good look. Best donut place in the city, but I feel like the service has gone downEdit: As..."

"Created by the team behind Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters, Hoopla Donuts offers creative flavours like crème brûlée, mango lime, rhubarb crumble, Dole whip and more. There are even vegan and gluten-free options. Hoopla has expanded quickly over the last year and a half and now has four locations within its Phil & Sebastian cafes, which means you can grab a coffee too while you’re there."

"At Calgary’s Hoopla Donuts, you have so many different options to choose from. Whether you’re looking for something soft and fluffy, or you need a box of vegan-friendly, gluten-free goodies, these guys have you and your tastebuds totally covered!. Where: See locations hereInstagram: @HooplaDonuts"

"Serving seasonal goodies and one-of-a-kind combinations, Ritual Doughnut is one to beat. Available largely through delivery, we advise anyone interested in taking a bite, to order well in advance. From week to week, these things are completely sold out for one reason…."

"Caramel apple fritter and strawberry lemonade doughnut from Ritual Doughnuts. Photograph by Jared Sych. Ritual Doughnuts makes its doughnuts from scratch with a brioche dough."

"The portions are huge - the food is excellent - get bouddhas veggie - honey garlic sauce - deep fried shimp - OMG!. and the prices are great too - front desk lady is so nice!"

"Located within the Blackfoot Hotel, the Laugh Shop hosts performers Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays in its 300-capacity room. Shows usually include a well-known marquee act with locals and emerging performers as the openers. The Laugh Shop has partnered with the hotel to offer dinner-and-a-show packages."

"Located near Victoria Park train station, Elbow River Casino will entertain you with its comedy and live music shows. So whenever you’re up for taking a break from their endless gambling slot machines and table games, you’re free to just dance the night away to your favorite songs. If you can’t get enough of gambling, feel free to try your luck in their round the clock poker room."

"At 218 18th Ave SE, Elbow River Casino is traveler’s dream if you are coming in from Victoria Park Train Station (just a block away!). This casino features a poker room that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Elbow river has roulette tables with some minimum bets as low as $0.50, and for visitors with a large party, you can even request a private table!"

"Blind Beggar Pub is a modern British bar where you can enjoy live music sessions with amazing food and drinks. This place will make you feel right in Britain with its convivial ambiance and warm hospitality. Look out for jam nights as it is just one of the reasons why you would keep coming back for more."