The ultimate list of the best coffee shops in Edmonton

May 25 2024, 5:00 pm

Looking for the best coffee in Edmonton?

We’ve got you covered with this list of the best coffee shops in the city you need to visit at least once.

Whether you need something quick or you’re aiming to sit down and relax, there’s a spot in town that’s bound to tickle your fancy.

Be sure to check each spot off as you go. Here are the best coffee shops in Edmonton you need to check out.

Lock Stock Coffee

 

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One of the best coffee shops in downtown Edmonton, Lock Stock Coffee’s gorgeous and spacious interior is a vibe for autumn. There’s plenty of moody, subtle lighting to go with the large food and drink menu you will enjoy when you visit Lock Stock.

Address: 10534 Jasper Avenue
Phone: 780-428-0825

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Transcend

With its two locations in the city, Transcend has been a staple coffee spot since the mid-2000s. The cafes offer a gorgeous, trendy setting to sit down and enjoy a fresh brew.

Address: Ritchie Market — 9570 76th Avenue NW
Phone: 
780-430-9198

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ACE Coffee Roasters

Boasting four locations to grab a cup of Joe, ACE Coffee Roasters is a prime location to settle in with friends, go on a nice fall date, or listen to some classic autumn albums like Taylor Swift’s Red (Taylor’s Version) while wearing your favourite fall outfit.

Address: 11053 86th Avenue

Address: 3696 97th Street NW
Phone: 780-244-0223

Address: 10055 80th Avenue

Address: 230-10180 91st Street NW

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Little Brick

 

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Nestled in the Riverdale neighbourhood, Little Brick and its big red door will welcome you into a unique cafe experience. It’s a bit of a hidden gem, and who doesn’t love an amazing cafe in an amazing old brick house?

This is also one of the best spots in YEG for brunch.

Address: 10004 90th Street NW
Phone: 780-705-1230

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Remedy Cafe

 

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From its notable locations on Jasper and Whyte Avenue to a spot in Terwillegar, this heavily loved coffee brand has expanded over the years, boasting an ever-growing list of locations.

Address: 8631 109th Street
Phone: 780-433-3096

Address: 10279 Jasper Avenue
Phone:780-757-7720

Address: 10310 124th Street
Phone: 780-705-4464

Address: 1707 Towne Centre Boulevard
Phone: 780-988-4010

Address: 5015 111th Street NW
Phone: 780-752-7700

Address: 10479 82nd Avenue
Phone: 780-760-1001

Address: 150 10104 103rd Avenue
Phone: 780-752-9090

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The WoodRack Café

 

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The WoodRack Cafe is a boho-chic hangout spot located conveniently in the Dominion Hotel next to the Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market.

Address: 10324 82nd Avenue NW #102

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Swirl Cafe

 

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Not only does this space serve up espresso-style coffee drinks and ice cream cones, but also deals in all things Pokemon.

Aiming to “provide a one-stop shop for anything Pokemon-related,” this will be a haven for buying products, grabbing a drink, and, hopefully, getting a game going with friends.

Address: 6825 177th Street NW

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Square One Coffee

 

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This popular cafe has coffee, delicious treats, and eclectic vibes. Its three locations are equally stunning, boasting large spaces and plenty of natural sunlight, lending themselves to creating some of the best coffee shops in Edmonton.

Address: 15 Fairway Drive NW
Phone: 780-989-0102

Address: Unit 140 14055 West Block Drive NW
Phone: 780-452-8511

Address: 16819 11th Avenue NW
Phone: 587-686-7531

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Stopgap Coffee

These roasts are used to make beautifully poured, steamed, and brewed specialty coffees the classic way, from lattes to London Fogs to the more adventurous milk teas.

Stopgap is a noun for “a temporary means of satisfying a need,” and coffee is described here as “definitely a need.”

Address: 9749 111th Street NW

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Block 1912

 

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Block 1912 is THE spot for catching up with friends, curling up to read a good book, or going on a first date. It’s spacious and well-designed with a hefty menu of drinks and treats.

Address: 10361 Whyte Avenue NW
Phone: 780-433-6575

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Credo

 

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Credo is a trio of coffee shops that are highly regarded for their quality of coffee, with each cup being served with a high standard of quality and taste.

Address: 10134 – 104th Street

Address: 10350 – 124th Street

Address: 10162 – 100A Street

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Deville Coffee – MacEwan University

 

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Deville Coffee is an extremely popular and fast-growing cafe that started in Calgary. In addition to coffee, fresh and creative sandwiches are served out of Deville, with breakfast items, lunch meals, and pastries baked daily by the team here.

Address: 10700 104th Avenue NW

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Cat Cafe on Whyte

Launching in 2017, Cat Cafe on Whyte was the first cat cafe in the city. With vibrant colours and a flurry of friendly kitties to mingle with while you enjoy your coffee, you’ll be hard-pressed to find many other cafes quite like it.

Address: 1011 82nd Avenue NW
Phone: 780-250-2287

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The Columbian Coffee & Roastery

 

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Classic espresso-style coffee is the go-to, but there are also brewed coffee options, as well as specialty tea drinks, cold drinks, merchandise, and bags of beans to take home with you. Talking to the helpful baristas about all of the different ways to discover the coffee here is the best part about walking through the front door.

Address: 6529 111th Street NW

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BE Coffee

The menu has options for hot and cold espresso-style coffee drinks, including pour-overs and new creations like the “Canadiano.” For food, there is avocado toast, bagels with cream cheese, gelato, baked goods, sandwiches, and soup, to name just a few.

Address: 11015 26th Avenue NW

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Coffee Bureau

 

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Yelp revealed a list of its highest-rated coffee shops across Canada, and there were several Alberta spots that made the list. Coffee Bureau was one of them. It’s a cozy, no-frills place to enjoy coffee, tea, baked goods, and tasty pastries.

Address: 10505 Jasper Avenue

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Monacci Coffeehouse

 

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Specializing in serving quality coffee at an affordable price, the space here offers guests a small and cozy environment to relax and enjoy a good cup of coffee. There are also some tasty snacks, like baked goods and a rotating selection of donuts.

Address: 2055 163rd Street SW

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Brew and Bloom

 

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The cafe opened in February 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic but quickly adapted by turning its indoor space into a retail area while it continued restaurant operations on its floral outdoor patio. It has just gotten busier since then, and reservations are highly recommended.

Address: 10550 115th Street NW

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Dining Car Cafe

 

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The Dining Car Cafe, which is inside downtown Edmonton’s CN building, was brought to life by the team behind fried chicken spot Waffle Bird.

The cafe is train-themed, a nod to its building having been originally built by the Canadian National Railway Company, and promises to be a cozy spot to grab a bite or enjoy a coffee.

Address: 10004 104th Avenue NW

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