Bridgeland and Area
Just across the river from downtown, Bridgeland packs more good food per block than almost anywhere in the city. 1st Avenue NE is the spine: ramen, brunch lineups, a champagne bar in a pink house and a neighbourhood pub, all within a few minutes' walk. Bar Gigi, one of Canada's 100 Best, is around the corner. Up the hill, Edmonton Trail in Renfrew adds a pizzeria on the world's 100 best list, a French bistro and a burger stand with more than 50 years behind it. This page covers Bridgeland, Riverside, Renfrew and Crescent Heights.
- Main streets
- 1st Ave NE and Edmonton Tr NE
- In this edit
- 26 places
- Includes
- Bridgeland, Riverside, Renfrew, Crescent Heights
- Updated
- October 2026
A Saturday in Bridgeland
- Morning: Put your name on the Komorebi waitlist, then grab a roll cake or choux at Mari Bakeshop while you wait. Or skip the wait with a breakfast sandwich at Stoop Café in Renfrew before 11.
- Late morning: Pick up a plant at The Botanist, then let the dog pick a treat at Doodle Dogs.
- Lunch: Get in line at Shiki Menya before 11. It's lunch only, and worth it.
- Afternoon: A pint and crinkle fries with curry sauce on the Small Bar patio. Come back Sunday after 4 for the spice bag.
- Evening: Dinner at Pastiche, Bar Gigi or Pizza Culture on Edmonton Trail, then a champagne flight and chocolate fondue at Moonlight & Eli.
Eat
| Spot | Why go | Section |
|---|---|---|
| Bar Gigi | Canada's 100 Best. Book weeks out | Foodie Friendly |
| Pastiche New | Buzzy room, great wine, the bavette | Foodie Friendly |
| Villa Firenze | Family-owned Italian, ask about the specials | International |
| La Brezza | Classic Italian since 1987, save room for the tiramisu | International |
| Shiki Menya | Some of the best ramen in the city. Lunch only | Sushi and Japanese |
| Komorebi Brunch | Japanese fusion brunch in a ten-table room | Brunch |
| OEB Breakfast Co. | The reliable crowd-pleaser | Brunch |
| Native Tongues | Tacos and agave cocktails | Taco Nights |
| Lil' Empire | Burgers and dirty fries | Handheld Bites |
| Mari Bakeshop | Roll cakes, choux and a weekend line | Bakeries |
| Blue Star Diner | Local, mostly gluten free, open for dinner most nights | Diners |
Eat in Renfrew and Crescent Heights
| Spot | Why go | Section |
|---|---|---|
| Pizza Culture | On 50 Top Pizza's list of the world's 100 best | Pizza |
| Le Charme | A cozy French bistro with handmade pasta | Foodie Friendly |
| Namo Café Bistro | A huge brunch menu, so reserve on weekends | Brunch |
| Boogie's Burgers | A Calgary classic for more than 50 years. Go double | Handheld Bites |
| Holy Grill | Panini and burgers, with a Crescent Heights location | Handheld Bites |
| Actually Pretty Good | Takeout from the Our Daily Brett team | Pizza |
| Sucre Patisserie | Croissants, macarons and mousse cakes on Centre Street | Bakeries |
Drink
- Small Bar: the friendly neighbourhood pub, with a dog-friendly patio.
- Moonlight & Eli: champagne and fondue in a little pink heritage house. Book ahead.
Coffee
- Uncommon Drip (Renfrew): drip coffee with a following, plus a banana cream latte.
- Stoop Café (Renfrew): the breakfast sandwiches are the reason to go.
Pantry and Errands
- Bridgeland Market: the corner grocery every neighbourhood wishes it had.
- Lukes Drug Mart: coffee, local goods and the odd thing you didn't know you needed.
- The Botanist: plants for every room, at 408 8 Ave NE.
For the Dog
- Doodle Dogs: raw and fresh food experts, with same-day delivery.