Maven

I recently had a wonderful brunch experience at a charming spot on 17th Avenue in downtown Calgary. The atmosphere was lively and inviting, with an abundance of plants adorning the space—many of which you can actually purchase! The greenery really adds a unique touch and creates a refreshing, cozy vibe. The service was top-notch, with staff being incredibly attentive and considerate, especially when it came to allergies. They made sure to accommodate any dietary needs with care and attention. For breakfast, I had egg whites with turkey sausage and a fresh fruit bowl. The French toast on the side was the perfect complement, offering a sweet contrast to the savory options. My friend opted for the same but swapped out regular bread for wheat bread, which was also delicious. The total bill for two people came to about $52 CAD, which was reasonable given the quality of food and the overall experience. We had a fantastic time, and I left feeling completely satisfied. If you're ever in downtown Calgary and looking for a great brunch spot with a wonderful atmosphere, I highly recommend this place.

I loved my Tokyo breakfast. Not sure what my friend got - so I'll only review my dish. Serving proportions look small but is actually quite filling. Quality was good. Nothing amazing tho. I found this to be a creative breakfast selection I enjoyed :) Service was great! They check your coats for you which I was happy about. Ambiance is cute and is a vibe. Clean and well maintained. Enjoyed my brunch. Will go again.

We have enjoyed dining at Maven a few times now for brunch. Delicious food! I was pleasantly surprised by the variety and the fact that everything was tasty without being over salted…a huge thank you for that. Priscilla who we believe is one of the chefs came to check in on us multiple times and shared how some of the dishes came to life. Such great stories that highlighted certain dishes. Carla was our server and was very efficient and helpful as we enjoyed our time there never making us feel rushed or that we were an inconvenience. The hustle of the kitchen you could see but the system of these chefs is a fine oiled machine.Absolutely beautiful. The dish ware used made you feel like you were in an antique shop using misplaced china settings. So quaint and I loved it! We ordered almost all of the small plates(little things) with the exception of the Singapore toast as we wanted to try everything but could not decide. There were 3 of us and this was plenty. These pictures are from both visits and both times I forgot to share about the fried bread with cream. It’s a winner for sure. My tummy sings when I think of this dish🤤 Thank you to the staff for making our first experience of brunch at Maven a memorable one. Hence the fact we were back a few weeks later🤷🏽‍♀️

he atmosphere and staff were fantastic and very welcoming. Everyone was polite and attentive. Although we had a reservation, the place wasn’t crowded on a weekday. The portions were huge! We ordered the Singaporean toast and a dish called Benny (the first item on the menu, though I can’t recall the exact name). The flavors were unique, especially with the maple syrup—it was interesting but enjoyable. The potatoes had a bit of a chili kick, which was nice, though I’ve had better-tasting versions elsewhere in the city. I plan to return soon to try other menu items. As for the coffee, it was quite sour, which I believe it shouldn’t be like that. Overall, the wonderful atmosphere and friendly staff make this place deserving of 5 stars for now!

Love this breakfast spot but especially the design of the restaurant and the staff there is always very kind and attentive. You will like your brunch here if you love asian-inspired food and unique combinations. My favorite is sweet breakfast pancakes, french toats, waffles etc If you eat halal food you will have little option to choose from as most of the dishes have pork. It’s a bit on a pricier side but if you like good food then you will see the reason why.

Googled breakfast Calgary downtown. This popped up in one of the first 5 listings and so happy it did! I will be back to try everything on this menu. Slight Asian fusion spin to some classic dishes. I took forever to decide but got the pork belly Benny. Flavour town! The egg was perfect medium. The bread was crisp on the edges and soft inside. Not cutting the roof of your mouth. It was perfect. As for the pork belly I can’t do it justice but you must try! Brown sugar hints with the perfect chew. Melt in your mouth. hollandaise sauce was a winner. Made in house for sure. Perfect mix of runny and think but not paste like. If you know you know. Potato’s were a nice touch. Light for being fried. The some chili oil on the dish as per the chefs recommendation. It did not disappoint. 9-10am mimosas happy hour! Server was kind and patient. Knew the menu to offer accurate suggestions based on my likes/dislikes. As I scroll the Google photos I NEED to return! Ambiance was a very relaxed vibe. Parking is in the back of the restaurant to which you can also enter thru the back. Looks as if there was a coffee shop back there (could be wrong). Looking forward to visiting again! Highlight thus far (food wise) of 2025!

Unique menu. It was fun to order new versions of old favorites. The food was good but I found the flavors were too strong. I personally prefer things to be more subtle. I had eggs benedict with garlic fried rice. The garlic overpowered everything. I had a bite of my wife's pancakes which was delicious. We will be back to try more items.

Brunch was never my thing, but Maven was a game-changer. Their Singaporean-inspired dishes have my partner’s seal of approval for authenticity—she grew up in Singapore🇸🇬 Love you guys’ unwavering commitment to creativity and quality. We’ve already brought a few friends along to experience Maven, and we’re bringing two more this afternoon ;)

The Kaya Toast, life changing. Very beautiful interiors as well! The service was also great, we had our children with us, one was a baby, and the server was quick to provide our high chair and other things we need to have a comfortable brunch.

Amazing Brunch, arguably the best in Calgary! Has an amazing ambient feel to the restaurant! My go-to place for brunch in yyc!

Great service amazing taste 10 out of 10 for authenticity I highly recommend the French toast Great scenery .

We loved trying Maven and would definitely go back again. The decor was beautiful with all of the greenery and a had a homey atmosphere. To start we got a cappuccino and a latte which were both great. We ordered the truffle mushroom Benedict which was absolutely delicious. Perfect amount of truffle, poached egg and the fried bread was not heavy at all. We also ordered the Kaya French toast that had coconut pandam custard that was amazing. Not overly sweet, fresh with the fruit and no need for syrup. The service was great! Our waiter had great recommendations. We would definitely come back on our next trip. This is a great place for vegetarian options.

We've been to maven twice now the food has not disappointed yet! Very unique fusion dishes that are not offered anywhere else. Service is always quick and the staff friendly. And the plants! Love the cozy interior of this place!

Egg beni were perfect the server attentive ambience is like eating in a garden. Great value for the money. Highly recommend

This adorable diner instantly captured my attention with its cozy atmosphere and delightful menu. One of its most enticing features? Breakfast served all day long! From the moment I stepped through the door, I was greeted with exceptional hospitality. Not only that, the food was fantastic. From fluffy pancakes to perfectly cooked eggs and crispy bacon, every bite was wonderful. In conclusion, if you're in search of a charming spot to enjoy breakfast any time of day, this delightful diner is the perfect choice.

Service was amazing! The new menu is delicious - I loved the corned beef Pan de Sal breakfast sandwich - the Pan de Sal was fluffy and warm, and the corned beef was so tender. Panna cotta is one of my favourite desserts so I'm happy to still see it on the menu.

Five stars for brunch. If you are heading back from a holiday in Banff, you should treat yourself and go to this Gem in Calgary. Unique style as the plates were decorative, cute small garden out front, and quaint small brunch spot. Service was good and received great recommendations on the menu. Bring your appetite because as you can see from the photo the portion sizes are more than adequate. Use the Yelp App to join the waitlist made getting in a breeze and I can't wait to come back to Banff and make my brunch stop at Maven again. You won't be disappointed!

Food was ok, very cool Ambiance, service was just ok as well. Probably will be back once more to try my second choice dish.

Used to love this place, but now have had an awful experience. Because they recently changed their menu, my partner could not find anything that they would like to order. We felt bad about that, so we ordered some drinks. I was overcharged by three dollars for a mimosa that was supposed to be on special and on the menu the price of sparkling water is not listed. Their suggested 22% tip rate would have put us at $32 for a cup of coffee, a water, and a discounted cocktail. Very disappointing to someone who has been coming there since 2021.

A great place to have brunch with reasonable prices , clean premises and a friendly staff !

Always a 5 star rating love this place!! My boyfriend always gets the special and loves it everytime.

Cute spot to stop by for brunch! We came by after landing in Calgary for our first meal. There's a good amount of street parking and we didn't have any trouble finding a spot. There's two spaces - the more restaurant section in the front and the cafe in the back that's the plant space. We were seated in the plant cafe and loved the decor. For food we split the hoisin duck benedict and braised beef cheeks. Both had good flavors - the duck benedict came with a big salad and thin slices of duck. It was a bit odd that it was served on a slice of sourdough bread rather than english muffins but the flavors worked well together. The braised beef was also super flavorful but had a good amount of fat that was inedible. It came with spaetzle which was an interesting twist but I found the pasta to be too heavy with the braised beef and it didn't have a ton of flavor. Overall a cute spot for brunch and would recommend to stop by!

We came here as they were one of the featured restaurants for yyc hotchocolatefest. Needless to say, I had the orange/chocolate, which was delicious, with a shot of espresso! They were incredibly busy so the server took awhile to take our order. I had candied, bacon eggs Benedict, with oven roasted potatoes and sour cherry jam. My boyfriend had a mimosa and the bannock funghi eggs Benedict Both dishes were delicious Cute hipster place

The food was good, filling without leaving a greasy, msg laden mouthfeel and the portions were adequate. Maven also offers gluten free alternatives even though nothing is labelled well. However, the thing that got me is the waitress offered still or sparking water --which is normally complimentary in other establishments-- then billed us about four bucks per bottle. Sure, I could have been more thorough checking the menu but water really isn't something one thinks about.

First time at Maven for brunch. It will definitely not be my last. The food was plentiful and super delicious! The service was impeccable from first arrival to end of meal. The staff were amazing and kudos to them all. Thank you Carla (back of house cafe) for indulging my humour and our server Martina for your friendly smile, service and numerous coffee refills. Ambiance was great with the displays of plants and use of vintage plates. If I have one little take away is that it can be quite loud but if that's all then WooHoo! I would highly recommend using the "wait list" option. Worth it!

I loved my Tokyo breakfast. Not sure what my friend got -- so I'll only review my dish. Serving proportions looks small but is actually quite filling. Quality was good. Nothing amazing tho. I found this to be a creative breakfast selection. I enjoyed Service was great! They check your coats for you which I was happy about. Ambiance is cute and is a vibe. Clean and well maintained. Enjoyed my brunch. Will go again.

Another great breakfast. The feature of the month. I am not a big eggs Benedict fan but thought I would try them here and they were delicious As usual the service was great and the wait was very quick

Wow. Came across this spot. Pictures looked good and we set out to find it. We walked about a mile and were thoroughly impressed. Our waitress was a believer and could talk about all the dishes with a passion. I had an eggs Benedict with the rosemary candied bacon. OMG. Quite possibly the best breakfast I ever had. Wow. Highly recommended.

Amazing food, great atmosphere, it's like a hidden gem on 17th ave. The service was fantastic.

Amazing brunch place! We got there around 9am on a Saturday and were seated promptly. The decor is nice and vibrant--Art Deco-y with cute plates. There's an open kitchen, so you can watch the chefs make your food in real time. Drinks: I started off with a chai latte, which had a nice sprinkle of nutmeg on top. It was very smooth and actually came out at the perfect temperature--not too hot or cold. I also did the Beach Episode, a tart, slightly fruity mocktail with a tea base--delicious. My partner liked the coffee, but I can't render judgment because all black coffee tastes like sludge to me. We each ordered a brunch entree and they were both the perfect portion. I got the ginger saffron French toast, which came with incredibly thick slices of very fluffy bread--possibly the thickest French toast I've ever had. It comes with jam, cream, and a ginger-y, custard-y sauce, which was excellent. I find French toast to be too sweet sometimes, but this was the perfect level of sweetness. My partner got the citrus hoi sin duck eggs benedict, which had duck meat and poached eggs--maybe they were duck eggs but seemed like regular eggs to us. The sauce was rich and creamy and the pickled blueberries added a nice tang to the whole thing. The potatoes on the side were crisp on the outside but nice and soft on the inside. We were both very impressed by it, although I didn't pick up as much on the citrus. The prices were super reasonable for the quality, and they have a lot of creative and interesting-looking dishes. Would highly recommend for brunch.

Fabulous food, great service and a good vibe all around. Friendly atmosphere = chatting with other patrons which is always a social bonus.

Best brunch place ever! I absolutely adore this place. Small but very nice and comfortable. Service is fast and the waiters are very friendly and attentive. Their menu is great and the prices are good. Good thing to know: make a reservation before going because it's really hard to find an empty table. The last time I went I got the Cedar Honey Granola Pancakes. Very yummy! It's light but tasty. Visually speaking, it looks great with all the colours mixed all together.

Service and food are terrible. Waiting an hour for a poached egg that was raw and stone cold hash browns. Worst brunch I've ever had in Callgary and one of the most expensive.

There were 4 of us that had breakfast. The ambience was nice but none of us really enjoyed what we ordered.

Delicious, clean and healthy food!! We got a latte, lemon french toast and Tembeling road noodles. This was honestly the BEST noodle dish I have ever tried! The service was just amazing and the servers were excellent, quick and very engaging.

The food is amazing. The best brunch I've been in Canada. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, and the service is amazing and friendly.

We lucked out on snagging a table on a Friday morning without a rezy. The service was quick and efficient and the portions were larger than anticipated! I had the chicken/potato w/poutine and my husband had the benedict. We'd have come back for a second time, if we'd had more days in Calgary for our trip. The decor was also very calming and quaint with the plants and provided a charming meal experience.

My friend and I both had the salmon hash and while it smelled delicious there was virtually no flavour (needed a lot of salt) and it was quite oily leaving us both pretty dissatisfied. Cappuccino was ok but felt like it was served a while after it had been made. Mimosas and the atmosphere was nice though. Overall ok but wouldn't be a first choice to return to.

Have been here a few times and it never disappoints! Amazing food amazing ambiance. Great brunch spot.

Food and service was amazing. Will definitely be eating here again. Had the French toast special. OMG the best French toast I ever had. They also serve Phil and Sebastian drip coffee

My partner, and I were regulars for awhile and still call it one of our yyc faves to date. Gorgeous atmosphere and the tastiest most innovative and creative dishes. Wait staff are well trained and the plant shop in the back is a beautiful touch. LOVE THIS PLACE !

Fantastic restaurant! Attention to detail and creativity all across the menu! Very yummy, and great service that knows the menu and the flavours! Coffee and drink bar, next level!

This is a great place for brunch the food, service and ambiance is amazing love love love it here!

Everything was wonderful! The service and food were both excellent. We visited the restaurant for my birthday brunch and our server even presented me with a little plant as a gift! My favorite item on the menu was the bacon; it was thick and perfectly seasoned. However, my grandmother ordered a spicy dish, as she enjoys spicy food, but it turned out to be a bit too much for her. So, if you are also considering a dish with heat, I would recommend asking for it to be prepared with a little less spice.

Food is indeed worth the hype! The wait times are always super long but the food is worth it and the service is good!

Great choices, amazing service and accommodation. Unique concept of being able to purchase the plants all around you. Great atmosphere and overall great food and presentation

Visiting from LA! I loved the restaurant concept and the food was exceptional. Food came out fast & our server was so kind. Will be back next time I'm in Calgary for sure. Oh also this is one of my top restaurants (we've eaten out almost every meal for a week).

This is a great restaurant. It's extremely popular on the weekend. Make sure you are on the Yelp app early to reserve your spot. For a 12:00 seating you might have to put yourself on the waitlist at 9:30. However, in general I love the yelp app. You can wait at home and head to the restaurant closer to when a table is ready. The food was good. I ordered the Bannock Benny. Love the Bannock and the poached egg. I did not like their hash browns. I personally can make better hash browns at home. They do have a really extravagant menu with various different options pending on what you feel. I do like the plant store concept. It's quite neat. Overall, a great place for brunch. If you have time on the weekdays I would go then instead.

Incredible, inspired food that tells a story in a beautiful setting. Service is always friendly and prompt Kaya French Toast is my favorite

This new establishment in Calgary has a different approach to brunch So many flavours going on in a single meal It's plated beautifully and perfect portion sizes I thought. We had a starter to brunch with Bannock and this creamy dip Don't remember what they called it our server asked us if we wanted to try it and glad we did It was delicious Our mains were bennies and a salmon dish for my wife Both were really good also and the coffee was great ! Our sever was on it from start to finish making for a very nice meal. Definitely a place to check out if your looking for a creative menu. I really enjoy my visits to Calgary and this restaurant ads to the fun ;0)

The food here is always high quality and I love how unique some of the dishes are. All of their French toast options are my fave

This place was amazing. It was my favorite spot we ate in Calgary. We came in without knowing we should have made a reservation, but luckily got seated quickly. This restaurant decor was so comfy and cute, it's also a plant shop. I loved the open kitchen concept, it felt like we were sitting in the chef's home kitchen. A lot of the menu items were Asian inspired, which made my mouth water. I wish I could try every item on the menu. We started with the house toast butter and jam. I really loved the butter lol. I got the "My breakfast in Tokyo" and I was obsessed. The miso soup was so comforting and the pairing with the seaweed, egg, rice and salmon was delightful. 10/10 would recommend this dish. My friend got the spicy crab fried rice. She said it was spicy but so good. Her husband got the cedar honey granola pancake and he said it was good. My husband got the house buttermilk pancakes and said the fruit and whipped cream was delicious. He also ordered the bacon and everyone liked it. The descriptions on the menu made it that more appealing and heartwarming. Take me back to Calgary so I can eat at Maven every day.

This was our first time visiting Maven and they did not disappoint! Everything we ordered and tried was so delicious, and they have something for everyone. Whether you're looking to have something sweet or more savoury there are plenty of options, but the fry bread with cream is definitely a must try! Can't wait to come back for our next visit.

OVERALL: Maven was one of our favorite brunch experiences... ever. FOOD: I had the Lanzhao Braised Beef Cheeks and my wife had the (Calgary) Stampede special. I am still dreaming about that beef because it was SO GOOD. The beef was tender and delicious. My wife's special had a soft egg on French toast and a "sweet and spicy donut" - it was the right combo of savory and sweet for her. If I had to describe it, the food is Asian fusion done right. DRINKS: We had a Cappucino and a Latte, which were great. AMBIANCE: This restaurant doubles as a plant shop. If I had to describe it, it would be tropical art deco. SERVICE: Great. From the hostess to our main server to others checking in and bringing food, everyone was attentive, kind, and knowledgeable. PARKING: To my knowledge, there's only paid parking in this area. CHILDREN/FAMILY-FRIENDLY: We had a high chair and there is a changing table in one of the bathrooms.

Loved Maven, excellent service, tasty food, reasonable prices, lovely ambiance. A wee bit noisy if you are seated right next to the kitchen but it's a fun liveliness. Have already made another reservation to return :-)

Drinks were great. Breakfast yummy. Classic maven breakfast was a little small portioned for my appetite. I was keen on receiving great service and found everything in Carla. Great job.

Great local place with something for everyone. Traditional breakfast options, some fusion breakfast plates and the specials are always worth trying. The staff is friendly and it's always a pleasurable dining experience.