Best Breakfast in Canmore: Local Favourites & Hidden Gems
They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and Canmore takes that to heart. Alongside its great coffee shops and unique breweries, the town has a morning food scene that's well worth exploring, whether you're fuelling up before a big hike or settling in for a slow weekend brunch.
Visiting Canmore means you won't go hungry in the morning. Here are our favourite places for breakfast in Canmore, from beloved local institutions downtown to hidden gems a little off the beaten path. If you're staying at the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, many of them are just a short walk away.
The Best Restaurants for Breakfast in Canmore
1. TABLE Food + Drink
Address: 511 Bow Valley Trail
Hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week
Price: Between $12 and $22
Dietary options: Gluten-free, dairy-free and vegetarian all available
When you’re staying at the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, you’ve got the best breakfast in Canmore right downstairs from your room. TABLE Food + Drink has exquisite menus for lunch and dinner, too, but the breakfast menu can’t be beat.
Located on the ground floor of the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, TABLE Food + Drink puts a contemporary twist on traditional methods and offers an inventive seasonal breakfast menu to get your day started right. The restaurant also has an incredible dog-friendly patio with breathtaking views while you fuel up for the day.
What’s on the menu: Whether you’re looking for something light, like the exceptional Parfait, or something heartier, like the Chorizo Hash or Eggs Benedict, TABLE Food + Drink’s breakfast menu has something for everyone. The beverage menu has espressos, coffees, smoothies and chocolate milk, so you can get your caffeine kick or something sweet to kickstart your breakfast in Canmore
Crowd favourite: You can’t go wrong at TABLE Food + Drink, but since we’ve already mentioned the Chorizo Hash, we’ll point you toward the Shakshuka. With smoky tomato sauce, a sunny-side-up egg, feta and naan, the Shakshuka will electrify your taste buds.
Visiting soon? Book your reservation today.
2. The Summit Cafe
Address: 102-1001 Cougar Creek Drive
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., seven days a week
Price: Between $15 and $22
Dietary options: Gluten-free, dairy-free and vegetarian all available
The Summit Cafe calls itself Canmore’s best-kept secret, and for good reason. Tucked away from downtown near the Lady MacDonald Mountain trailhead, the Summit Cafe is only a couple of minutes by car from the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre and will make you feel like a true local. It’s a can’t-miss for anyone trying out all the best breakfasts in Canmore.
Featuring organic, fair trade coffee, an expansive morning drink menu and an amazing all-day breakfast that hikers and backcountry skiers have been relying on to fuel up for years, the Summit Cafe will give you a true taste of the Rockies and can accommodate gluten- and dairy-free diets. Its pet-friendly outdoor patio is great for catching some sun and taking in the views of the mountains, too.
Crowd favourite: The Huevos Rancheros are as good as you’ll find anywhere north of the Mexican border. The Summit Cafe tops a flour tortilla with house-made beans, hash browns and two over-easy eggs, then bakes the whole dish with cheese and salsa before topping it with sour cream and guacamole.
3. The Harvest Cafe
Address: 2-718 10 Street
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., every day
Price: Most dishes are $15
Dietary options: Gluten-free, dairy-free and vegetarian all available
Tucked away off Main Street and just a few short blocks from the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, the Harvest Cafe might be unassuming from the outside, but with a sunny outdoor pet-friendly patio in the summer and an impressive menu year-round, it offers one of the best breakfasts in Canmore.
Eggs are the Harvest Cafe’s specialty, although their chorizo sausage will impress even the most discerning eater, too. We recommend you strongly consider the Hangover or the Miners, but the Express Egg-Wich is perfect for anyone who needs something quick and filling on the go.
There’s a wide selection of pastries available, too, and a full coffee and tea menu, with lattes, Americanos and all sorts of other creative beverages.
Crowd favourite: The Harvest Cafe does scrambled eggs properly, and they’re the top reason the restaurant is considered one of the best breakfasts in Canmore. It’s a matter of personal preference which direction you go with your order. The Hogwarts comes highly recommended.
4. The Bro’Kin Yolk
Address: 201-300 Old Canmore Road
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., seven days a week
Price: Between $16 and $22
Dietary options: Gluten-free and vegetarian options available
Located directly across the street from the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, the Bro’Kin Yolk offers an amazing blend of traditional favourites with Filipino-inspired dishes. You won’t find anything like it anywhere else in the Bow Valley, and it’s among the best breakfasts in Canmore.
The Bro’Kin Yolk’s menu really does have something for everyone, from homemade Belgian waffles to breakfast poutines to five different options for Eggs Benedict. For families, you won't have to worry about anyone not finding something they’ll like. There can be lines on weekends, especially during the busy summer season, so making a reservation can be useful.
Crowd favourite: The Filipino-inspired dishes set the Bro’Kin Yolk apart, so make sure to try the Fili Breakfast Bowl. With longanisa sausage, two sunny-side-up eggs, jasmine rice and house-made tomato salsa and chilli soy sauce, you won’t find any other Canmore breakfast like it.
5. The Rocky Mountain Bagel Company
Address: 101-1106 Bow Valley Trail
Hours: 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days a week
Price: Between $10 and $15
Dietary options: Gluten-free and vegan options available
The Rocky Mountain Bagel Company is a Canmore breakfast staple, with a downtown location and another just a short walk from the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre. With a pet-friendly patio, it’s a great place to stop for breakfast on your morning walk with your dog.
As you’d expect from its name, it specializes in amazing bagels that make it many locals’ choice for the best breakfast in Canmore.
But there’s more than just traditional bagels and cream cheese; they go all out, loading their bagels with truly awe-inspiring breakfast sandwiches. With free-range eggs and fresh, healthy ingredients, you can’t go wrong with any item on the menu.
Crowd favourite: You have lots of options at the Rocky Mountain Bagel Company, and the Amigo offers a nice spicy kick to your morning meal. The Breakfast Lox bagel is a traditional staple as well.
6. EpiCanmore
Address: 102 Boulder Crescent #4
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Price: Between $15 to $20
Dietary options: Gluten-free and vegetarian available
This amazing restaurant is owned by Bow Valley locals and specializes in sweet crepes and savoury galettes made to order right in front of your eyes. They also offer sandwiches, an amazing coffee menu, and truly astonishing sourdough bread. Even on weekends, walk-ins are welcome, and you won’t have to wait long for a great meal.
Crowd favourite: You can’t go wrong with anything on EpiCanmore’s menu, but crepes are their specialty, so we recommend the Little Breakfast Donkey, a savoury crepe filled with egg, black beans, tomato salsa, guacamole, mozza, and greens. Be sure to try one of their sweet pastries as a treat, too.
7. One98Eight
Address: 1000 6 Avenue, #102
Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday to Tuesday
Price: Between $20 and $40
Dietary options: Gluten-free, dairy-free and vegetarian all available
Before it moved to Canmore, One98Eight established itself as one of the best restaurants in the Rockies at its old location in Dead Man’s Flats, just a short drive down the highway. Today, the restaurant lives up to its reputation with a globally-inspired menu where everything is made in-house.
One98Eight is the type of restaurant where you’ll want to settle in and take time to enjoy the bold flavours, whether you’re trying one of their three benny options or digging into their exceptional avocado toast. This is a popular spot, especially on weekends, so booking a reservation can be useful.
Crowd favourite: If you’re looking to treat yourself to something really special, try out the Steak & Eggs. You get an 8oz AAA ribeye, duck fat hash, chimichurri, sourdough and two poached eggs. It’s the type of meal that will fill you up for the rest of the day, but also one you’ll
never forget.
8. Graze Food & Drink
Address: 717 8 Street, #102
Hours: Monday-Tuesday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday-Sunday 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Price: Between $17 and $24
Dietary options: Gluten-free, dairy-free and vegetarian all available
With an emphasis on supporting Alberta farmers and using locally-sourced ingredients, Graze Food & Drink provides a one-of-a-kind culinary experience and a true taste of the Canadian Rockies.
The expansive breakfast menu caters to every taste, and there are some fabulous “morning cocktails,” including Irish Coffee and mimosas to help really get your day going. The location in the heart of Canmore lets you explore downtown shops and art galleries after you’ve finished eating.
The restaurant has a great pet-friendly patio, too, so you can bring your dog along, and while there can be short lines on weekends during the busy summer tourist season, the wait is rarely too long.
CBowl as a healthy option for a mountain getaway. The hearty, delicious breakfast bowl comes with herb potatoes, greens, falafel, cherry tomatoes, and avocado puree.
The Best Breakfast Spots in Canmore at a Glance
- TABLE Food + Drink is located inside Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre and serves breakfast classics with a contemporary twist. Dairy-free, gluten-free and vegetarian options are available, with dishes generally ranging from $12 to $22.
- The Harvest Cafe is 1.1 kilometres away, about a 15-minute walk, and is a good choice for scrambled eggs. Most dishes are around $15.
- The Summit Cafe is 1.6 kilometres away, about a 25-minute walk. It is known for breakfast classics, including favourites such as huevos rancheros and spicy mexi eggs. Prices generally range from $15 to $22.
- The Bro’Kin Yolk is about 100 metres away, just a one-minute walk. The menu features Filipino-inspired dishes alongside traditional Canadian breakfast favourites, with prices ranging from $16 to $22.
- The Rocky Mountain Bagel Company is 750 metres away, about a 10-minute walk, and is a popular choice for breakfast bagels. Prices generally range from $10 to $15.
- EpiCanmore is 3.1 kilometres away, about a 35-minute walk. It serves sweet and savoury crepes made with locally sourced ingredients, with prices ranging from $15 to $20.
- One98eight is 1.1 kilometres away, about a 15-minute walk, and offers an elevated dining experience that blends global influences with mountain-town charm. Prices range from $20 to $40.
- Graze Food + Drink is 1.1 kilometres away, about a 15-minute walk, and serves Alberta-inspired traditional breakfast dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. Prices generally range from $17 to $24.
Enjoy the Best Breakfast in Canmore
Located right in the heart of town, the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre is the perfect home base for finding the best breakfast in Canmore. It all starts with TABLE Food + Drink, located inside our hotel with a menu of delicious dishes that will hit the spot for everyone.
There’s lots more to explore, too! Book your stay with us today.
FAQ
What’s the best breakfast in Canmore?
The best overall breakfast in Canmore, in our opinion, can be found at TABLE Food + Drink, where the menu specializes in traditional methods with contemporary twists. The seasonal menu changes regularly, so many regular visitors to Canmore make sure to stop in for breakfast every time they stop by.
Where can I get breakfast to-go in Canmore?
Many of the restaurants mentioned above offer to-go options, and both the Summit Cafe and Harvest Cafe are popular with hikers and skiers who are passing through Canmore on their way to a mountain adventure and want to grab something quickly.
Are there pet-friendly restaurants for breakfast in Canmore?
Absolutely. Canmore is an incredibly pet-friendly town, and many restaurants have pet-friendly patios where you can eat with your dog. TABLE Food + Drink is right at the top of the list, especially when you book a pet-friendly room at the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre.
What are the best vegetarian restaurants in Canmore?
Visitors to Canmore are often blown away by the vegetarian options in town, with restaurants like TABLE Food + Drink, Crazyweed Kitchen and the Communitea Cafe all offering delicious vegetarian dishes.
What Canmore restaurants have the best mountain views?
Finding a great view of the mountains isn’t hard in Canmore, and you’ll be able to see the alpine peaks that surround the town from most areas of town. If you’re looking to sit out on the patio and take in the stunning scenery, TABLE Food + Drink has an amazing patio.