The Best Canmore Coffee Shops
Stay in Canmore once, and you’ll quickly realize how many Canmore coffee shops there are. The picturesque Rocky Mountain community has plenty of choice when it comes to great coffee. With locally roasted beans, modern mountain decor and a commitment to excellent service and great coffee and espresso, there’s something for everyone.
They’re almost all within walking distance of the centrally-located Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, too, with one of the best stops for Canmore coffee, TABLE Food + Drink, even inside the hotel.
Enjoy our guide to the best Canmore coffee shops and find your perfect sip!
1. TABLE Food + Drink
Address: 511 Bow Valley Trail
Distance from the Coast Canmore: Located inside the hotel
Website: http://tablefoodanddrink.com
There are a lot of great reasons to stay at the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, but having an amazing restaurant with exceptional coffee like TABLE Food + Drink so easily accessible is definitely near the top of the list.
Without ever having to leave the cozy hotel, guests can stop in at TABLE Food + Drink and get their day started right with anything from a delicious drip coffee to a careful-crafted Caffe Americano, Cappuccino, Latte or Macchiato. Using only the finest ingredients, stopping in at this Canmore stable is the perfect way to kickstart your morning or get a little mid-day caffeine boost to keep you going when your energy starts to fade.
TABLE Food + Drink also has an exciting and varied breakfast menu. Call-out items include the Buttermilk Pancakes with a side of smoked bacon or chicken basil sausage, Shakshuka, Chorizo Hash, and Eggs Benedict. Nobody will leave TABLE Food + Drink hungry after breakfast, and you won’t want to miss out on their lunch and dinner menus, either.
2. Communitea Cafe
Address: 117-1001 6 Ave
Distance from the Coast Canmore: 1.1 km (4-minute drive, 15-minute walk)
Website: http://thecommunitea.com
The Communitea Cafe is famous for being a tea shop, but really, it’s so much more. This Canmore coffee shop has served as a meeting point, live music venue and a place to eat and drink with friends and family for almost two decades now.
The locals’ favourite has shown a steadfast commitment to community and environmental sustainability, as evidenced by their CommuniTree campaign, which sees them plant one tree for every order placed. It’s resulted in over 240,000 trees being planted.
While their coffee is delicious, it really is worth taking advantage of the Communitea Cafe’s expansive tea menu, which offers everything from black to green to oolong and wellness-infused options.
The food is outstanding, too. Be sure to try a breakfast bowl if you’re visiting in the morning, and while you can’t go wrong with any of the Communitea Cafe’s lunch options, the Chipotle Chicken and Avocado Quesadilla is phenomenal.
3. Beamer’s Coffee Bar
Address: 129-300 Old Canmore Road
Distance from the Coast Canmore: 160 metres (1 minute walk)
Website: http://beamerscoffee.ca
Beamer’s Coffee Bar is a Canmore institution, plain and simple. Open since 1994, the Canmore coffee shop has two locations in town, one downtown and one that’s incredibly close to the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre.
Their coffee menu features all the classics you’d expect from a Canmore coffee shop, but also features some must-try specialties like the Chagaccino Mushroom Latte and the Caffe Canadian Mocha & Whip cream. There’s a reason Beamer’s has always been such a popular stop for people on their way through town as they’re heading to the mountains.
Beamer’s also offers a solid selection of sandwiches, from their egg sandwich and smoked salmon bagel in the mornings to their hearty Italian option for lunch. Don’t miss out on the muffins at Beamer’s, either. Whether you go sweet or savoury, their muffins have fuelled plenty of mountain adventures over the years.
4. Summit Cafe
Address: 102-1001 Cougar Creek Dr,
Distance from the Coast Canmore: 1.6 km (4-minute drive, 20-minute walk)
Website: http://summitcafe.ca
The Summit Cafe is a little off the beaten path and considered a local secret. That’s exactly why you should prioritize stopping by its charming location in the Cougar Creek neighbourhoods when doing a tour of Canmore coffee shops.
Not only does the Summit Cafe serve up some of the finest organic, fair-trade coffee and offer a full menu of drinks with everything from lattes and americanos to cappuccinos and London Fogs, it also has lots of non-caffeinated options and drinks for kids.
If you’re hungry, the Summit Cafe also has an all-day breakfast. Their Huevos Rancheros is fantastic and can also be ordered as a vegan option, while their Breakfast Bagel is perfect for anyone looking to fill up before hitting the mountains for a full day of exercise and fun.
5. Harvest Cafe
Address: 718 10 Street
Distance from Coast Canmore: 1.2 km (4-minute drive, 15-minute walk)
Website: http://harvestcafe.ca
With a commitment to being eco-friendly and sustainable, this downtown Canmore coffee shop offers a cozy and authentic mountain vibe, with great coffee and an amazing food menu to go along with it.
A short walk from the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, Harvest’s locally-roasted beans mean you’re getting fresh coffee, americanos or whatever other drink you choose to get your caffeine fix. Their Dirty Lattes have earned rave reviews.
The Harvest Cafe’s menu is worth a visit on its own, though, with lots of vegan and gluten-free options for anyone with dietary restrictions. Their kitchen crew specializes in daily soups that are made in-house, while their cinnamon buns are fantastic and they have a great selection of options for both breakfast and lunch.
The Harvest Cafe is the perfect Canmore coffee shop for getting a caffeine kick or a healthy meal right in the middle of town.
6. Blondies Cafe
Address: 701 Bow Valley Trail
Distance from Coast Canmore: 290 metres (2-minute drive, 4-minute walk)
Website: http://blondiescafe.com
You won’t have to travel far from the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre to grab a coffee at Blondies Cafe, as it’s located right across the road and is an easy stopover as you head out either into the mountains or to explore the town.
Started by a born-and-raised Canmore local, Blondies is inspired by Australia’s coffee culture and strongly committed to all things local. With an inviting, bright decor and friendly staff, Blondies is a great spot for meeting new people or just enjoying the serenity of the mountains that surround this Canmore coffee shop.
With espresso-based options, as well as drip coffee and teas, Blondies can and will meet your caffeine craving. Their smoothies are packed with nutrients and are affordably priced, while their breakfast menu offers a great selection of wraps, and the sandwiches on the lunch menu are perfect for a mid-day meal.
Great Coffee Is Always Close-By in Canmore
Located right in the heart of town, staying at the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre means the best Canmore coffee shops are all easily accessible.
That’s true of Canmore’s shopping district and many of the town’s best restaurants, including TABLE Food + Drink, and with a heated pool and hot tub, our dog-friendly hotel is the perfect home base for your Rocky Mountain getaway.
Book your stay with us online or call us at 800.716.6199.