Best French Bakery 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"

"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?"

"Friends Cappuccino Bar and Bake shop is a little bit old school, but it’s super cute and incredibly inviting. As far as cozy coffee shops in Calgary go, it’s hard to beat the warm welcome you get at Friends. Where: 45 Edenwold Dr NW #104, Calgary"

"A Beltline mainstay since 1990, Caffé Beano is a Calgary institution. The café almost always has a large group of locals (and more than a few dogs) gathered outside, with more people sitting inside the café’s roomy back room. The muffins are fresh-baked and the coffee is strong, which is exactly what you need in a good coffee shop."

"Okay, so Caffe Beano has a loyal clientele and is often busy, but if you can snag a seat it’s definitely warm and comfortable. It’s a little old school and straight to the point, but what else should a coffee shop be?. Fun fact, these guys are the second oldest independent coffee shop in the city."

"This suite boasts a living area with a sofa, 3 flat-screen 47" TVs and a dining table. A wet bar and a snack station are provided. An en suite bathroom features a separate shower and a deep soaking bath tub. About the hotel: Featuring an on-site casino games room, this Calgary property offers an indoor pool and an outdoor hot tub. A flat-screen cable TV and iPod dock are provided in all guest rooms. Calgary Stampede is 16 minutes’ drive away. A coffee machine and a desk are provided in each room at Grey Eagle Resort. Private bathrooms offer free toiletries and a hairdryer. Select rooms include a minibar. 4 on-site restaurants and a bars are located at the resort. A fitness centre is available for guest use. Meeting, banquet, and wedding facilities are provided. Calgary city centre is 11 km from this property. Heritage Park Historical Village is 8 km away."

"We had the best meal I ever had at a casino buffet and we eat at a few of them especially in the USA. I would super recommend your establishment to all my friends and followers on Facebook. All I can say is koodos to you all and hope all great future endeavours to your establishment."

"Offering indoor pool with a water slide and a fitness center, The Glenmore Inn & Convention Center is located in Calgary. Free WiFi access is available. Calgary Stampede is 15 minutes’ drive away.Air-conditioned rooms offer a flat-screen TV, work desk, and refrigerator."

"Take your family vacation to the max with the pool and waterslide at Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre. Kids will love the twists and turns of the waterslide and parents will appreciate a chance to relax and unwind in the hot tub. Address: 1000 Glenmore Ct SE"

"CF Chinook Centre is Calgary’s largest shopping, dining, and entertainment destination with over 250 stores. Major department stores like Hudson’s Bay, Nordstrom, and Saks Fifth Avenue, make it easy to spend the day at CF Chinook Centre. Take in a movie at Scotiabank Cineplex, try your hand at 5 pin bowling at the Chinook Bowladrome, or enjoy a casual meal at Double Zero Pizza."

"If you’re brand name conscious, stop off at CF Chinook Hall, located near Meadlark Park. It’s your one-stop shop for Nordstrom gear, Saks Fifth Avenue pieces and Louis Vuitton. It’s also home to the only Lego store in the city, and boasts a massive movie theatre."

"Please verify the status of all activities, learn How to Visit Calgary Safely During COVID-19, and refer to our COVID-19 Traveller Update for more information. Calgary is packed with fantastic malls and shopping centres to satisfy your retail therapy needs. Keep everyone in the family entertained with everything from luxury department stores and big screen entertainment to outlet deals and delicious dining."

"Calgary’s CORE Shopping centre is a popular shopping arena in Downtown Calgary. It spans over 3 city blocks and boasts of Holt Renfrew’s flagship store along with 160 other retail stores. The CORE Shopping centre consists of 4 floors – of retail bliss and cuisines (restaurants and food court), but also a delightful indoor botanical garden, called the Devonian Gardens."

"The Core Shopping Centre (styled as CORE), which consists of TD Square, the Holt Renfrew building, and the former Calgary Eaton Centre, is the…"

"Hy’s offers several different levels of steak, including 60-day dry-aged beef and Canadian Black Angus. The menu is filled out with a selection of seafood, traditional steakhouse sides, surprisingly good vegetarian options, and Hy’s famed (and legitimately irresistible) cheese toast. Where:8th Avenue & 3rd Street SW"

"The menu features both classic and newly imagined recipes, but Hy’s favorites, like the famous Caesar salad and Steak Diane, are still prepared table-side."