Best Dessert in Downtown East Village

"True Villagers know, Village Ice Cream is a magical place where everything is amazing. They take pride in flavors local competitors don’t have on the menu and there’s something for every sweet tooth. Enjoy toasted coconut, huckleberry, melted chocolate, the signature Village Vanilla Bean, and more."

"With three locations under its belt (and one on the way!) this ice cream spot has come up with some incredibly tasty flavours. Their ever-changing menu keeps things interesting, but their friendly service and community spirit remain pretty constant. Where:  See locations here"

"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?!"

"A post shared by Amato Gelato Dessert Bar (@amatogelato) on May 18, 2019 at 6:54pm PDT. Located on a quiet street in the community of West Hillhurst, Amato Gelato is the perfect spot to go for a scoop of classic Italian gelato. The shop always has more than 70 rotating flavours in its case, including espresso flake, mango coconut marble, stracciatella and cherry chocolate chunk."

"amatogelatocalgary.comLocation: 2104 Kensington Road, NWGreat if you’re looking for: Over 72 rotating flavours of authentic Italian gelato, sorbetto and specialty desserts. Opened in 2004, Amato was Calgary’s first gelato shop. The recently renovated store, located in Kensington, has a huge variety of delicious flavours of gelato in addition to pizza, pastries, and affogato."

"Amato Gelato is an Italian cafe in Calgary serving a variety of items from coffee, pastries and of course, gelato. They have a variety of gelato flavours to choose from and seven different ways to have it served. Whether you want your gelato served in a regular cone, or stuffed in a donut, Amato Gelato will happily do it."

"This bakery blends Japanese, Korean, and European influences. It is best known for soft, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth Danish pastries, such as its Italian-styled tiramisu croissant, or strawberry and cream cheese or sweet potato Danishes. Other hits are its Korean-styled chestnut bread, French brioche, Japanese mochi, and a take on the famous Asian sweet red bean bun."

"The sweet spot already operates a location in Marda Loop, in Chinook Plaza, and in Macleod Plaza, so this is the fourth eatery for the business. The newest Wow Bakery is located at 8650 112 Avenue NW #7135. This location is unique as it houses Wow’s other concepts under the same roof: Wow Katsu and Wow Chicken."

"Wow Bakery is a Korean bakery with a touch of Japanese influence. They have premium, gourmet cakes like strawberry shortcake, green tea chiffon cake, red velvet, tiramisu, and so on. They also offer consultations to try and make your dream cake come to life."

"Besides visiting the cute rescue cats in the Kitty Kingdom for some cuddles, you can do some shopping for you cat fiend friends who can’t get enough of these peculiar creatures. On the cafe side, you can find cat-themed pillows from Frankie Print Co., handmade knitted cat toys and some of the tea blends from the cafe’s menu.303 10 St. N.W., 403-455-2287, regalcatcafe.com"

"Head to Regal Cat Café, where you can make friends with the feline residents (as many as 12 kitties call the café home at any given time). If you get terribly attached, it’s worth knowing this: They’re all rescues, and available for adoption!. Check out more purr-fect travel destinations for cat lovers."

"Their buttercream recipe is made with real butter and made to taste creamy and a little less sweet. Their cupcakes bake with a unique crunchy crust similar to what one would find on a perfectly baked muffin. They use the same recipe for our cakes and cupcakes so that costumers can expect the same great taste in all of their products."

"Savoury food gets a lot of fanfare, but most of us crave something sweet from time to time. When you want a nice dessert, be it something to take home or a treat to eat while you’re out, Calgary has a lot of options for sweet tooths of all stripes. Please verify the status of all activities and refer to our COVID-19 Traveller Update for more information."

"Here’s an all-day Indian buffet and take-away in Castleridge whose price can’t be beat. Hand over a paltry $10.99, and it’s all-you-can-eat access to a vast vegetarian smorgasbord. Mains include aloo gobi (potato and cauliflower), bhindi (okra), palak paneer (spinach and cheese) and mushroom matar as well as several rice, mixed veggie and yoghurt side dishes."

"Imagine devouring an all-you-can-eat vegetarian buffet brimming with Indian dishes for a mere $12. This is the reality at Five Rivers Indian Cuisine. Their buffet is all day, every day and includes over 20 rotating main dishes."

"If you dream in Atari pixels then you’ll be right at home at Zero Issue Brewing. Inspired by the holy trinity of geekdom — sci-fi, comic books and video games — this brother-run operation opened back in 2017 and proudly wears its passions on its coveralls with sci-fi/comic-book-inspired artwork and beer names."

"You might not recognize the name of the microbrewery, but you most definitely recognize these iconic Alberta beer brands: Mountain Crest, Boxer, and Lazy Mutt. All three are brewed by the Minhas group, and you can see just what that process looks like via one of the “best brewery tours in Alberta.” Be sure to finish your tour at their Pizza Brew Restaurant. Minhas Micro Brewery: 1314, 44 Avenue NE"

"Midori is an unsuspecting sushi restaurant found on the west end of the Red Mile in the Beltline. Walking in you'll find a quant, traditional-like Japanese ambiance with limited seating; it's one of those restaurants that you'll have a hard time getting a table at during lunch or dinner rush. Midori's sashimi is quite fresh and the prices are very decent."

"For less than $11, you can visit Midori and enjoy their delicious and affordable Evergreen Roll. This sushi roll is perfect for anyone who likes shrimp and lots of vegetables. It contains shrimp, asparagus, avocados, cucumbers, and salad mix all rolled up."

"At its new location just off the banks of the Bow River in Eau Claire, Oceana boasts Calgary’s largest selection of fresh fish. The restaurant has views of the Prince’s Island Park, its pathways, and has a summer garden patio. Oceana offers guests seating in their contemporary and comfortable dining rooms by the large fireplaces with leather club chairs or in an intimate clamshell booth."

"A post shared by Modern Ocean (@modernoceanca) on Aug 29, 2019 at 3:49pm PDT. A new seafood restaurant has opened at the historical Imperial Bank Building on Stephen Avenue called Modern Ocean. If you've heard of Modern Steak before, this name might ring a bell."

"Located in the inner city community of Hillhurst, Red Ember has made a reputation for itself as having some of the best sushi in Calgary via its extensive menu, quality ingredients and excellent service. This restaurant also has a great atmosphere for groups of all sizes, especially romantic occasions for those looking for a more personal and intimate setting."

"A small haunt tucked away in Calgary’s Kensington neighborhood is Red Ember Japanese Cuisine. With a shorter menu than many other sushi places, this restaurant focuses on true authenticity and great service. The atmosphere is not the most upmarket, but prices are reasonable and the presentation of each dish is truly impressive for its great value."

"Red Ember is known for its excellent service and large portions of their delicious Japanese food. Your sashimi will be served on ice chips and your rolls will be very filling, so order wisely!. This Calgary sushi restaurant has a couple of nice comfortable booths and is perfect for a date night."

"Edo Japan is what fresh is all about - hot, fast and delicious food prepared in a traditional Japanese Teppan-style, locking in the goodness of the freshest ingredients. Choice meats, seafood and fresh vegetables served over steaming hot rice or Yaki..."

"Globefish Sushi and Izakaya in Marda Loop is by far the best of the three Globefish restaurants in Calgary. It has consistently had the best tasting food out of all the locations each and every time. Inside you'll find a cozy, modern atmosphere great for intimate one-on-one dates and / or conversations that need due care and attention."

"Midori is an unsuspecting sushi restaurant found on the west end of the Red Mile in the Beltline. Walking in you'll find a quant, traditional-like Japanese ambiance with limited seating; it's one of those restaurants that you'll have a hard time getting a table at during lunch or dinner rush. Midori's sashimi is quite fresh and the prices are very decent."

"For less than $11, you can visit Midori and enjoy their delicious and affordable Evergreen Roll. This sushi roll is perfect for anyone who likes shrimp and lots of vegetables. It contains shrimp, asparagus, avocados, cucumbers, and salad mix all rolled up."