Bridgeland Neighbourhood Guide

Just northeast of downtown is the vibrant neighbourhood of Bridgeland - Calgary’s ice cream capital. This small walkable community makes exploring shops, local art and community businesses with a scoop in hand easy. Bridgeland feels like a small town, and its bar and restaurant scene feature locally owned businesses serving up Alberta brews and mouth-watering eats.

Whether you’re on the lookout for the next best brunch spot, a quick slice of pizza, or high-end cocktails, you’re sure to find it in Bridgeland.

Brunch, lunch, and bites to-go

• OEB Breakfast Co. - One of four locations in Calgary, OEB Breakfast serves next-level breakfast classics — think eggs Benedict with Korean bulgogi beef or lobster breakfast poutines.

• Blue Star Diner - This diner has strong connections with local farmers and suppliers, and serves delicious meals made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

• Mari Bakeshop - Take your pick from fresh bread, roll cakes, tarts, croissants, and more.

• First Avenue Corner Store - This Japanese snack bar is ideal for a quick bite. Order your choice of grab-and-go street food options from its takeout menu or have a seat and dine in.

• Lil Empire Burger - The menu features empire burgers, dogs, and fries made to order with delicious handmade secret sauces.

• Flirty Bird Nashville Hot Chicken - Think spicy, crispy, and juicy, all in one hot chicken sandwich.

• Canela Vegan Bakery & Café - Enjoy classic vegan baked goods like sandwich cookies, cinnamon rolls, croissants, and birthday cakes as well as savoury items like Canela’s vegan quiche and breakfast sandwiches.

 Where to have dinner

• IKUSA Izakaya & Tokyo Market - A restaurant offering high-quality Japanese food at friendly prices.

• LaBrezza Ristorante - For over 35 years, LaBrezza has been bringing the taste of Italy to Calgary.

• UNA Pizza + Wine - The spot for California-influenced, thin-crust pizza paired perfectly with handpicked wines.

• Shiki Menya - This ramen specialty shop combines its tonkotsu broth that takes 24 hours to prepare with house-made noodles to create its mouth-watering ramen bowl selection.

• Villa Firenze - You won’t find more authentic Italian food than at Villa Firenze. Italian history and family recipes run deep in this family-owned restaurant that has been passed down for three generations.

• Sushi Bar Zipang - Enjoy fresh cuts of sushi and sashimi, among other classic Japanese foods.

• JINBAR - Known for creative flavours and thoughtful dishes, Chef Jinhee Lee uses her childhood memories of comfort food in Korea to bring Calgarians that same feeling of comfort and happiness.

Ice cream

• Village Ice Cream - Village puts a creative twist on nostalgic flavours, and its selection includes staple and seasonal choices.

• Noto Gelato - Discover the taste of Italy at this scoop shop. Noto Gelato’s selection is handcrafted using expert Italian gelato techniques and the finest imported ingredients.

• Made by Marcus - This ice cream is made from scratch using only dairy from grass-fed cows and ingredients from trusted farmers, distillers, and artisans.

• Lukes Drug Mart - Known for its soft-serve ice cream, Lukes Drug Mart ice cream selection comes in rotating flavours.

Breweries and bars

• Bridgeland Distillery - Find cocktails, flights of spirits, and distilling and tasting tours at Bridgeland Distillery.

• Moonlight & Eli - A champagne and fondue bar where you can sip all the bubbly your heart desires.

Is there anything better than enjoying coffee out in the sunshine? Grab a hot brew or an iced latte and walk over to the nearby green space in Murdoch Park.

• Bono Coffee Roasters - This family-owned business shares its Ethiopian coffee culture through quality roasted beans that make for an excellent cup of coffee.

• Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters - A Calgary classic, this café is one of many Phil & Sebastian locations across the city serving freshly roasted coffee. Be sure to try a Hoopla Donut – they pair perfectly with a cup of Joe.

• Good Earth Coffeehouse - Find a variety of funky seasonal drinks and coffee classics from this Calgary-based company.

• Bike and Brew - A shop specializing in bike repairs and making one heck of a cup of coffee.

Bridgeland is a highly walkable neighbourhood, so take your coffee to go, discover local art and experience unique shopping at places like the Bridgeland Market.

• Bridgeland Market - Find cheeses, flowers, and a range of locally sourced produce here, along with everything you need to create the perfect charcuterie board.

• Lukes Drug Mart - This isn’t your typical drugstore. Find vinyl, plants, and artisanal products and get a coffee or a scoop of ice cream at Calgary’s oldest independently owned pharmacy, open since 1951.

• Peppino Gourmet Foods - From pasta sauces to pizza, Peppino’s has over 200 fresh and frozen homemade Italian products ready for your cart. Plus, it’s got 42 Italian sandwiches you can choose from for a quick bite.

• Blush Lane Organic Market - Shop organic and natural groceries, and find different options of raw, vegan, and gluten-free foods here.

• all things gq - A second-hand clothing and styling studio that carries timeless pieces that never go out of style.

• Cherry Tree Lane Toys - This toy store and learning lab has an array of toys from different suppliers, including a house brand line of Calgary-crafted toys.

• Doodle Dogs - A pet store with handmade goods from Calgary and across Canada.

• Gift Baskets by Design - These artisanal product-based baskets can be customized so your loved ones will get a gift they’re sure to love.