Velvet Cafe — Local services in Calgary

♿️ i'm giving i two stars because the front door is accessible for wheelchairs. well, at least in theory. But that door is unuseable because you have to pull it towards you to open it. No wheelchair user can do that!

I've come here a couple of times with the intention of going in. But each time I leave in frustration. The staff cannot see the front door from their work location, and there's no way to get their attention. They don't even publish their phone number on the door so I can call them.

Then I noticed that the John's breakfast on lunch right across the street is ACCESSIBLE and the door is wide open. And I'll bet their coffee is cheaper. So I went...

This place has THE BEST cafe food in town hands down, if not some of the best food. It's all made from scratch and has that nice home cooked feel. Also has a nice wide selection of teas, from Rooibos, green teas to black teas. House-made kombucha is available during certain seasons and their fresh fruit cold drinks are perfect for the summer.

Just eat here, get something to go, or just... EAT here. Seriously, you are making a mistake if you don't. There's lots of options for vegetarians/vegans as well.

Edit: They've updated their decor and it's great. More seating areas with more open feel. They also updated their coffee to Phil & Sebastian and...

I eat here alMost everyday! The food is delicious and always fresh made. Personally, the Calzones are better here than what I had in Southern Italy but that’s my opinion. I have ordered catering a few times and the food is always so fresh and tasty, as well as delivered on time. I absolutely live this cafe and it’s a must try if you’re ever in the neighbourhood. Oh and you simply must drop by for the Saturday breakfast buffet!! It’s probably the best buffet I’ve ever had! Can you say all you can eat bacon!?...