One might argue that brunch is the most important meal of the day — or at least the week — and we are here to help with the best brunch spots in Edmonton.
What makes brunch so special is that it’s FUN!
Breakfast happens every single day of the week, but brunch should be an event.
Thankfully, Edmonton is filled with incredible spots for Eggs Benny, omelettes, breakfast poutine, and more, and lots of those eateries are located right in the heart of the city.
Whether you want to go on a cute breakfast date with that special someone, have a boozy brunch with your squad, or kick off a day of birthday celebrations, you’re sure to find somewhere within walking distance in downtown YEG.
Pip is open every single day, serving dinner, wine, cocktails… and brunch, served from 9 am to 3 pm.
Benedicts, mushroom toast dishes, hash bowls, and so much more are available here, as well as the popular sweet baked French toast with maple cream cheese and strawberry rhubarb jam.
Address: 10403 83rd Avenue NW, Edmonton
This cute corner spot has an incredible menu of breakfast classics, brunch specialties, sandwiches, baked sweets, and feature crullers.
Address: 10150 100th Street NW #101, Edmonton
From Blue Plate Specials to Breakfast Poutines, OEB Breakfast Co. dishes it out when it comes to plentiful and delicious meals. The Canadian Eh!!! and Holy Crab Benny’s are so, so good.
Address: 56-10240 124th Street, Edmonton
Phone: 780-250-0788
Address: 10174 100A Street, Edmonton
Phone: 587-520-0936
Address: 5133 Mullen Road
Phone: 780-430-8377
Serving brunch every day from 9 am to 3 pm, with a wonderful happy hour, this spot is one of the best brunch spots in Edmonton.
The menu is split between sweet and savoury. If you have a sweet tooth, the Belgian waffles and crepes can’t be beaten. If savoury is more your style, we recommend the gluten-free bangers and mash, with organic chicken honey sausages, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, two sunny eggs, beef reduction, and caramelized onion.
Address: 8135 102nd Street, Edmonton
The brunch menu is as sweet as its name, Sugarbowl Cafe’s massive homemade cinnamon bun is the perfect brunch treat. Pair it with their Breakfast Sandwich or the Sugarbowl Benny and you’re golden.
Address: 10922 88th Avenue NW, Edmonton
Phone: 780-433-8369
Appealing to brunch lovers and regular lunch lovers alike, this menu has items for both.
The brunch menu here uses delicious and created ingredients to play with the classics, like the Meuwly’s Pastrami and egg sandwich on a housemate milk bun, topped with sauteed mushrooms, banana peppers, and gruyere, all with a side of hash.
Address: 10429 121st Street NW, Edmonton
If you love eggs benedict, you should walk, no you should RUN to MEAT for brunch. Highlights include Beef Brisket Benny, Southern Benny, Churro Waffles, and Meat Breakfast.
Address: 8216 104th Street Edmonton
Phone: 587-520-6338
A staple in Edmonton’s brunch scene, New York Bagel Cafe offers pretty much any bagel you can think of, accompanied by delicious sides of eggs and buttery hollandaise sauce. Its small setting makes it a desirable, busy place every Sunday morning.
Address: 8430 Gateway Boulevard NW, Edmonton
Phone: 780-432-2003
Nestled in the Riverdale neighbourhood, Little Brick and its big red door will welcome you into a unique brunch experience. It’s a bit of a hidden gem, and who doesn’t love an amazing cafe in an amazing old brick house? Try the Breakfast Burrito or Vegan Breakfast Hash.
Address: 10004 90th Street NW Edmonton
Phone: 780-705-1230
Probably more well-known for its amazing lunch and dinner in a modern space, Ampersand 27 also has an amazing (and fun) brunch menu.
Most of the expected classics are made extremely well here, but it’s the Brunchuterie Board that always has heads turning here. This massive dish covers the table, with scrambled eggs, smoked bacon, pulled pork, smashed garlic baby potatoes, waffles with maple syrup, Nutella, berry compote, fruit and berries, lemon butter, whipped cream, and a side of toast.
There are also nine brunch-specific cocktails if you’re feeling like turning it into a boozy one.
Address: 10612 82nd Avenue NW, Edmonton
DOSC’s brunch menu will cure any cravings you may have, churning out dishes like Chicken & Cruffles, Hashbowls, and A.L.B.E.R.T.A. Toast. Oh yeah, treat yourself to the dessert menu, too.
Address: 10190 104th Street NW, Edmonton
Phone: 780-540-0606
Indulge in omelettes, eggs Benedict, or the breakfast special. The Highlevel Diner serves up the best of Canadian comfort food,
Address: 10912 88th Avenue NW, Edmonton
Phone: 780-433-0993