Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters + Bloom - Marda Loop

We werebintrocued to Phil and Sebastian Coffee just a few days ago. Ummm, I think we might have a problem...addicted!!! Goodbye, Starbucks, Hello Phil and Sebastian. Incredible atmosphere, very clean shops, and phenomenal coffee! Just live this place!!

Has the breakfast sandwich of my dreams. The coffee is creamy, not watered down, perfect ratio of vanilla, espresso, and milk, and has exceptional service. Would come back to marda loop every day if it was near where I live.

The chef was really nice and the food was actually good. We ordered smashed avo toast with eggs, vanilla bean latte, and coffe milk tea

We loved our brunch experience. We ordered four different menu items: baked mac n cheese, chilaquiles, Oslo hash, and rice pudding All were excellent and fully appreciated. The combination of flavours, the addition of veggies or micro greens, and variety of options for the dishes were appreciated by all. We also enjoyed the coffees, lattes and other options. There were a couple dishes, like the Oslo hash or rice pudding, where we would have loved a bit more flavour, but note that more flavour might also overpower the fruit and veggies. The place was busy when we arrived, so we had a hard time, initially, finding a seat. All in all, it was an excellent experience and we can't wait to go back.

4.5 overall. Very reasonably priced compared to most brunch spots and with a good variety on the menu. Much like monogram has primary colours; p&s now have bloom. They both have different vibes as well. This spot is worth visiting. While still serving their speciality - coffee + hoopla donuts, they also have a savoury meal menu from sandwiches to pancakes. Drinks are consistent as with all p&s spots - good place to grab coffee and likewise drinks. The donuts from hoopla are always a good default grab as well. Meal - really enjoyed the chicken sandwich, farmers breakfast and also the rice pudding - great flavours and also simple enough to be unique (not homestyle and nicer). The only questionable one was the sourdough waffles which were a bit too tough, which made it hard to knife and fork as well and a harder chew. Service was good, relatively quick (mild waiting) and friendly. Easy to order from the front counter or the QR code at each table. They also ensure everything remains clean and orderly. Seating - lots of seats in a typical coffee shop setting (long tables and along the wall long booth manner). It does get busy here though so may not always get a spot. Take out available as well.

The barista was super friendly and sweet. I got a hot chocolate and the churro donut. As I grow older I enjoy the cocoa taste of hot chocolates. This one was the perfect balance of sweetness with the bitter cocoa. 10/10 I would recommend if you enjoy a hot chocolate that isn’t sweet. The churro donut was also delicious. This one definitely was sweet. As it’s filled with a caramel sauce. It was decent (wouldn’t say amazing) 6/10 Great atmosphere to work while you have a tasty drink.

I promise you this is the best waffles and you have to try them. What makes them stand out is that they are a sourdough waffle which makes them taste insanely delicious not like your usual waffles dry and hard to bite on. Love the sauces and special home made jam that they offer. Really love it and highly recommend trying them 🧡 Also love the team that works there they are all very vibrant.

Had the chia pudding and it was great! However, may I suggest that when someone orders tea, you give them hot water and the tea bag so they can steep it themselves? I got the tea without a tea bag so it was pre-steeped and ridiculously bitter. I managed to drink half then gave up. Odd that I’ve been to 2 cafes in Marda Loop and both didn’t give me the tea bag. What’s up with that? You don’t want to show the brand of tea you use?

So enjoyed my delicious coffee and doughnut this morning! Friendly staff, cute environment, easy and relaxing. Doughnuts were awesome too.

This is a combo location with Hoopla Donuts, and they have delicious GLUTEN FREE DONUTS. Would definitely recommend. great service; fast and friendly.

The price of their coffees have gone up so much. I know there is inflation, but nearly $1 for a shot of espresso in 2 years. There is no way to justify that. They increased it in increments, 3 or 4 different times so we wouldn't notice, but I looked at a receipt from 2021 and my drink has increased from about $3.50 to nearly $4.50. That's crazy! I really like that place, but I feel taken advantage of. Will look for a different place in the area to get coffee. The price gouging is real.

Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters - It's like a Calgary institution. Or at least it should be. The space is light, open and welcoming, the people working there are friendly and it looks like each has a story that you'd love to hear. Then there's the coffee. I had one of the better lattes I've ever had. My wife had a hot chocolate that was definitely a winner. P&S, can you please come to Edmonton, we have a void for great coffee shops like yours.

David Chang's Momofuku "crack-pie" has nothing on Phil and Sebastian's "banana chocolate chip" cake. Pure decadence but not overly sweet. Lots of chocolate flavour and delicious cream cheese. This is not your average coffee shop cake! Why didn't I know about this cake sooner. I've always loved Phil and Sebastian's but, this cake is only available at THIS Marda Loop location. Friends, if you see me hanging out here EVERYDAY, don't be surprised. On a side note, coffee here is solid. What else would you expect from this franchise?!

Really snarky staff, not friendly. Both of us had two different cashier/servers, both were fairly rude. Coffee was not great either and muffin was small, overpriced and not too tasty. The only thing they have going for them is they are away from the bustle of chinook mall, on the end but if they want to stay open they should train staffing better customer service. I went to pick up a muffin, took it to the till and he schooled me on touching it, on picking it up twice. Finally had to tell him enough already. If they don't want you to pick up the offerings then put a sign up.

This is my favourite coffee shop, and my local one. It's part of the reason I moved to Marda Loop. I feel like kindred spirits with these guys since they are U of C Software Engineers who gave up their Office Space jobs to follow their coffee dreams. The coffee beans are amazing. They've turned me into a full-on coffee snob. I stopped using cream and sugar and just drink it black now. Even my wife has started to become converted. She says I've "ruined her". Timmy's just tastes gross by comparison. Easily worth the $16-$20 for a bag. This Marda Loop location has 2 Clover machines, which can't be purchased new anymore because Starbucks gobbled them up. It's a $10k machine that makes the perfect cup of coffee. You can really taste the difference, it brings out all the flavour in the beans and makes it more acidic and bright. Note that the Chinook location doesn't have a Clover. All of their normal coffee is served by the cup and made on a Clover. They also have a lot of great merchandise for coffee lovers for reasonable prices. (Well, insanely expensive but at the going rate for these things). I bought my Frieling french press here. They sell the Aeropress, burr grinders, Hario kettles for the pourover method, etc. They have classes here like Home Brewing, Intro to Espresso, and Latte Art. They also do roasterie tours and Thursday night tastings. I've never taken part in any of these but I really want to. I think it shows just how dedicated they are to coffee. The reason I give it 4 stars is that the service can be super slow. They lose my order surprisingly often. Also, the coffee shop is insanely busy and it can be really tough to get a seat. If you do, it's very loud and tough to carry out a conversation. This is a good problem to have for P&S, but not so great for the customers. I rarely actually stay in the shop but always buy my coffee here. Tip: You can park underground in the back. Enter from 20th St. Tip: Use their loyalty cards to get every 10th drink and every 10th bag of beans free. I always save these up for the most expensive coffee or beans. :)

I tried Phil & Sebastian's for the first time at their new Simmons location and it was well worth the wait. The staff is really knowledgeable about their coffees/drinks and take the time to carefully craft each and every order. Their latte art is on point, too! I tried their classic latte and taste-wise, it was excellent! The coffee wasn't bitter at all and it was creamy and delicious. I also had a dark chocolate brownie to go with it, and for someone who isn't crazy about dark chocolate, I was licking my fingers at the end of it. The only disappointing thing is reaching the bottom of the cup. Bravo!

Phil and Sebastian roasted the best coffee I had during our trip to Canada. My only complaint, which is very minor and trivial and you can judge me harshly for it, was that this location doesn't do pour overs, just Aeropress. That wouldn't have been a problem except that I was traveling and when traveling I bring my Aeropress with me. So I was almost burnt out on Aeropress and was really looking forward to a pour over and ended up sulking a bit upon finding out they didn't do them. I really am that pathetic.

Oh Phil & Seb, do I long for thine cuppa coffee, so carefully crafted and delicious and energizing... Oh the tall ceilings, simple light-coloured wood, large arty works on the walls, and smile-inducing presence of natural light. The merch on display is set up in a eye-catching fashion, and well-placed with no risk of bumping the cabinet and products toppling to the ground. Much love for the stunning ampersand symbol coffee mugs! The only reason why Phil & Seb doesn't get tip top marks from me is because on a few occasions I asked whether they had skim milk to which the answer was yes. I later found out that they don't actually have skim milk... which is fine by me, I just would have liked to have known, ya know? But once I take a sip from a coffee bevy, topped off with the beautiful touch of latte art, it's allllll good. Despite the long lineups, waiting-to-order time seems to go by super speedily. Perhaps it's because I'll be subtly people-watching or am always just plain easily entertained by my surroundings. The Dulce de Leche Latte is super creamy with a hint of sweetness!

Raving fan... this is my second visit to this location. I have to say once again how impressed I was with the experience. - - - - - - - - - Not the Review - - - - - - - - - - When I arrived, around 11am, the place was pretty close to full - of course, lunch hour was coming. I found a table for two. On my right, a table for four with three very nice ladies sitting at it. They were older - maybe old enough to be someone's grandmother (which is something you don't often see in coffee houses. Tims, yes. P&S's, no). These ladies were full of life and were having a great time catching up. The table to my left was set up for 4 - with two people sitting at it, a man and a woman, enjoying coffee and conversation. I was there to meet a friend - she had never heard of P&S so I figured she had to try the place out. My friend was a no-show. Instead, I decided to do a little work and enjoy the great atmosphere. A few minutes later a young man comes along - and asks the couple to my left if he could share the empty side of their table for 4 - they agreed and he sat down between us. I kept working. However one thing led to another and very quickly all 5 of us are talking. She's Maria, her friend is Steve and the young man that sat down between us I Joal. End result - it turns out I actually knew who Maria was - I coached her son and his hockey team's fitness. I didn't know Steve but he and I hit it off right away while Maria and Joal were lost in conversation. Maria and Steve eventually leave. Joal and I continue to talk. Joal turns out to be Joal Kamps, who I find out is an up-and-coming musician, just releasing his 3rd CD (which I happily ask to buy). So what has any of this have to do with coffee? It's my appreciating for a great cup of coffee and great atmosphere that brought me back to P&S. Had my first visit to P&S been a negative one, I would not have come back a second time. Had I not been there that day, the second time, I would not have met these people. Maria and I meeting for coffee this week - catching up. Joal and I have a lot in common, have met a couple times since and will meet again soon. - - - - - - - - - Actual Review - - - - - - - - - - Great coffee, great coffee house atmosphere and great people. The food was amazing. It was fresh. Not processed and served in a plastic bag - I had the turkey sandwich with potato salad - one of the best turkey sandwiches I've had in a long time and the potato salad - which I'm normally not a fan of - was crazy, zesty, tasty and good good good! Loved it. And of course - such friendly and professional staff! They're the icing on the cake. Thanks!

How have I not yet written a review of Phil and Sebastian's in Marda Loop? Sapna and John pretty much said it all, but it bears repeating. The coffee is amazing. The location is vibrant and full of life -- even on a cold winter day. The entire room is well-lit and conducive to conversation. Sure, they don't offer syrups for their drinks, but people don't go to P&S to get a tainted latte. (Okay, they do at the Chinook location, but that's because Chinook mall and its patrons aren't ready for a Phil and Sebastian's. A lot of people I've seen there are expecting another Starbucks, and are disappointed when they find that's not the case.) Back on point -- awesome baristas with extreme skill and a great care for espresso. This really is one of the top cafes in Calgary.

Over priced! Like Starbucks just less crowded at times. There's different options in this place than Starbucks. But still over priced

Great coffee, great location, great place. Careful it gets super busy! There's hardly ever any seating so be prepared for that! But the coffee is worth the wait. The line was almost out the door but still service was fast! As usual, the coffee was perfect. The espresso wasn't bitter or sour, delicious. The milk texture was also great, micro foam on point. I'll be back!

Preface: I love this business, live nearby to this location and come here at least weekly. For cafes, I generally only give five stars to small local businesses that only have one location and are integral to their neighbourhoods. Because Phil and Sebastian is a chain, it loses a star. Chains are important and all, I know, but I'm a snob for place-making and unique neighbourhood features. But apart from this, P&S scores really, really well in my books. As far as chains go, P&S is -local -owned and operated by some super cool people (Phil and Sebastian...). I saw them at the Calgary Folk Fest, and they were onboard for a lot of great initiatives, ex. compostable cups. It's on the more expensive end, but at least there's a rewards card available. For this location specifically, I love the furniture, the lofty ceiling, the art, the lighting fixtures, the cleanliness, the friendly baristas, and the baked goods.

Recommended by boyfriend's sister. they raved about the coffee here. The interior is cool, I would definitely see myself sitting here reading and enjoying a cup of coffee. It looks good for groups too and saw many groups of 4 having good conversations around us. I shared an Americano with my boyfriend. The drink was THICK, but in a good way. The coffee definitely tasted AWESOME. I don't know what they do. I heard they are engineers who dreamed to design the perfect espresso machine that would make the best drink. The beans they use, the art of it all amounts to a near perfect cup. I didn't need a lot of sugar or cream as I normally do because it is not as bitter as your usual drink from Starbucks. I was able to experience the full flavor of the bean and I am very impressed. Will be back when I'm in town again.

I love the coffe, a little pricy but totally worth the cup. The environment and the taste of even the food is very tasty

My wife and I were visiting on our honeymoon and had come in to Calgary after a long drive back from Jasper and Banff. The coffee here was great, the staff friendly, and the environment was super clean. The lady that rung up our order even gave us a sample of the other brewed coffee that I didn't order. Both the Standard and the Chelbessa Negusse were so fresh tasting and sat very well on the palate. I would highly recommend this spot!

Sorry P and S. I have tried your coffee in Marda Loop and East Village and numerous bean varities and I have not found one that I liked. I am afraid I would rather choose medium roast from Illy or Peets or even Nabob and Mcdonalds. Ouch! Yikes! Heresy! Does this make me a coffee barbarian? Well, actually I roast some of my own beans. It is a great way of doing a world adventure through coffee, while staying at home. Some of my roasts have been great, some have been okay and some have gone into the circular file under the kitchen sink. Such is the life of a coffee roaster. Perhaps P and A's emphasis on the more exotic beans is asking an old dog to acquire new taste tricks. For me P and A coffee reminds me of the chicory based Camp "Coffee" we used to get during WW2, and the years immediately after when global trade in coffee beans was very limited (except for Brazil).

Why do people like this poor coffee? The espresso is akin to sour barley left in my grandmothers church shoes. I've read in articles that this is the new taste of espresso these days- sour tart and acidy. How sad. This is probably either because they have never tasted the sweet delight of an original Italian espresso or they cannot make an authentic one. :(

The iced coffee is very small and overpriced, $6.50 for a plastic cup thags smaller than average. It wasn't amazing they only have two options for dairy free milk they don't have syrups or any flavours that can be added, coffee machine was broken as well so it was more of room temp coffee. To be fair I'm not sure about the hot drinks but definetly wouldn't spend money there again.

If you haven't been to Phil & Sebastian... you're you need to drop what your doing and go there right now

I have to say I wasn't overly impressed. They do have a wide selection of coffee and the like, but I find the whole place comes off as being pretentious. It has a very fake, yuppie feel and I can't say the service was that good. Maybe it was just an off day. What's that saying about first impressions...

I can't really decide if I actually like P&S, or if I find it overly pretentious, and its reputation inflated by people wanting to like P&S. I'll just be straight up at the beginning here, and state that I am outright a Bumpy's homer, and that my only satisfactory substitute in the city is Kawa. Plus Kawa is licensed, which puts the two on a lofty but equal pedestal. As P&S is developing into an institution for Calgary's self-appointed coffee elites, I feel the place deserves as well a thought-out review as I can type. Prepare to be disappointed. The decor is OK, I do enjoy the high-vaulted ceilings like someone else mentioned. There are plenty of tables, and chairs. The bar is cool, and the set-up for dishes, cream & sugar is well-planned and efficient. I do find the cafe's general feel to be somewhat irritating. Not sure why. I get too much of the IKEA over the chic vibe here. Maybe it's because the cafe is jammed into a big-box strip mall. The coffee was just OK. After reading the slavering reviews of just about everyone, I truly expected orgasm-inspiring coffee. It just wasn't. It was good, but it just didn't bring it home. The espresso was good, I found something was off with the milk. I also had the clove coffee, which was a lesson to me, because I never like clove coffee, and I should never have ordered a $5 cup here. The staff is nothing incredible. A bit too cool for school, probably because everyone in Calgary seems to think they are too cool for school. And everyone seems to go here. When I arrived at 7:45 on a Saturday, the place was empty, but by 9:00, the place was practically exploding with pre-natal moms, hipsters with macbooks, and generally anyone with a flannel shirt in Calgary. Yeah, this review is a bit snarky. I find P&S to be ok, just ok. That means absolutely nothing because as my experience shows, even a somewhat refined taste is completely relative. I probably wouldn't make the trip to Marda Loop again, but that doesn't mean anyone else shouldn't go to P&S. Maybe I missed something.

The coffee taste is excellent BUT the lattes and cappuccino's are NEVER hot enough (and I'm one who usually has to cool her coffees) so are generally cold by the time one has finished. AND, they really should take a page from some other coffee places and ditch the Wifi completely. The place is generally loaded with 30 somethings monopolizing seats with their laptops for hours on end so that if you DO actually want to meet someone for a visit, you can never find a place to sit.

Stop calling this place pretentious!!! Calling other people pretentious is just being pretentious in itself. If you don't appreciate this quality of coffee, then save your bad review and go drink your timmies, where they confidently brew consistent-tasting coffee at an amazing price. That's what timmies is good at, it doesn't make them pretentious. This place also does exactly what it says it does with no apologies. They simply make the best coffee that human hands can make and pass the expenses on to the customer. They don't take longer because they hate you or they think they're better than you, they take longer because that's what you just paid them an extra dollar per coffee to do. They don't suggest you not put milk in your coffee because it makes them feel smug, they do it because you will just waste the extra dollar you paid for your coffee and you should have saved the extra dollar and gone to timmies. They don't taste the espresso and spit it out because they aren't confident in their ability to make coffee... they taste it because they are dialing-in the machine, because they actually know what it is supposed to taste like and they are making sure the coffee tastes like that.... because that's what you paid them the extra dollar to do.

I like Phil & Seb's. Yes, part of it is because they're a local success story. I thinks it particularly awesome that they've got a location in Chinook. As far as coffee goes, I'm admittedly more of a big brand snob than an all out coffee snob. The black stuff you get that's been made by one of those old school diner coffee machines just doesn't do it for me anymore, neither does most cup-at-a-time domahickeys that you often find in offices these days. But I do appreciate the americanos and mistos that are now available to me at local spots like P&S. This location in particular is a little busy. I stopped in yesterday for a meeting, the tables were all spaced really close together and all but one table was full. That's not such a bad problem to have though, and it feels good to see something started here being just as busy as any S-word, and with better coffee. The girl working the till seemed a little nervous in her but she was cute and friendly and quick. Their coffee isn't a must for me, mind you, I haven't yet found the coffee that is a must for me. Perhaps I'm still in the coffee bean palate refinement stage. Either way, if you're an S-word drinker, do yourself a favour and switch to P&S. All that sugar isn't good for you anyway. And if P&S isn't close, there are plenty of other independent alternatives.

I love this place! I always take out-of-town friends or newbies to the city here. The shop has a clean, current feel and the giant lamp near the door is a great touch. My favorite story of this place occurred when I was trying to impress a friend with my knowledge of the beginnings of Phil and Sebastian's while we stood in line. You can imagine my shock when the man behind the cash register said "actually, I'm Phil and that story is all wrong"...oops. My favorite drink here is definitely the Manjari Mocha. They melt real Manjari chocolate from Madagascar into the coffee, which makes for a delicious finished product! The scones, etc. are a little pricey, but Phil and Seb's is top notch!

With a good location and great curb appeal, I thought I would try a new coffee shop out. I love great coffee and don't get me wrong, the coffee was good. However, paying just shy of $4 for a cup of Joe is too much in my opinion. I am a full supporter of organic, fair trade, ethics, etc, etc... But, this can be found elsewhere for less. All in all I found Phil & Sebastian to be pretentious and over priced.

Oh Phil & Seb, how I love thee. I can't put my finger on exactly why I love Phil & Seb so much. Yes, the decor is funky and the staff are crazy knowledgable. Oh, and the coffee is redonkulously good. I tend to buy their beans and make coffee in my Aeropress. (Sidebar - if you do not own an aeropress - BUY ONE) P&S beans are just so damn smooth, it's the type of coffee that you don't need cream or sugar to mellow out any sort of bitter taste - because there is NO bitterness. If you decide to stay awhile, rest assured that the other offerings are equally delightful. If you're not yet convinced, go and support a local business and see for your self. Oh, and don't make the mistake that I did and assume that everyone that works there is named either Phil OR Sebastian. They have other names too. Like Sarah. Or Guy-that-thought-my-Phil-&-Seb-joke-was-lame. Have fun! (3/30)

On the prowl to indulge in a different coffee proprietor rather than my usual suspects, I decided to break out of the comfort zone and try something new. Upon researching prospects within the yelp collective, many have had a favourable experience at P&S so I headed over to the Loop to give it a try. Very happy I did! In a word, awesome. The decor is stellar with the high vaulted ceilings being the highlight. The staff is friendly and expeditious. However, what makes this place the gold standard for coffee shops in Calgary is the coffee and pastries, go figure! I ordered an American and Apple Croissant. It was the smoothest Americano I have ever had, even the right temperature. The croissant was heavenly. The texture had the perfect pastry crush with silky-soft texture in the middle. And the apple ... well ... that just brings it to another level. This has to be the best coffee shop in all of Alberta. Would totally recommend it as a great date spot or even to bring clients for some place positive casual. It isn't cheap though. The large Americano was $4 and the Apple Croissant was $3. However, I think it's one of the few places in this city that is actually kind of worth the premium.

Standard modern/vintage style coffee shop. Has wifi obviously as there can be quite the issue getting a seat there. Coffee and Tea are great.

As much as I've adored the P&S location at the Calgary Farmers' Market, their new cafe in Marda Loop has it beat on pretty much every imaginable regard. There's food- really delicious food including pastries from Manuel Latruwe that will slay you. There's seating- lots of seating. There's hours, open 7 days and (note to Bumpy's, Artigiano, et al) they're open every evening until 9. There's a nice walk from my house. There's the coffee- ohhh lord the coffee. P&S won three of the top five spots in the Prairies Regional Barista Comps this year and that reflects both the skill of the baristas and how well they've matured as roasters that are a formidable force for the entire country to emulate. I cannot say enough good about these guys.

Met a mentor of mine for coffee here just the other week to chat biz and babies (she's prego and I have an eight month old). Though never been to Phil and Sebastian's Marda Loop shop, I HAVE had their coffee before via the former Calgary Farmer's Market location. I knew what I was in for. I arrived at 9am to a nearly packed house. Luckily, the guys and their interior designer were smart enough to place a long bench on one side of the shop and at the back, plus a large communal table at the front for early stragglers and solos. I found a table for two along the bench. The thing I immediately noticed about the space was the enormous ceilings and airiness. They've painted the interior the smoothest cream I've ever seen; perhaps in contrast to the dark coffees they pour with love, and in comparison to the creams used in au lait's. Very enjoyable. My drink of choice is always an Americano. Only with this can you truly enjoy and appreciate the buttery espresso. Of course, it was piping hot, with a slight froth on the edges, and absolutely delicious. But what else can one expect from award winning baristas! Go here for a beautiful morning pick-me-up, quick meeting to exchange ideas, or to meet a long time friend for a moment to reconnect. You'll love it.

Phil & Seb is an amazing coffee shop. The coffee is always perfect. I've tried both the Mocha and the Dulce and loved both. They also have a large array of teas available - if only they had the list somewhere instead of relying on the patron asking for a list from the barista's memory. The atmosphere is always fun - people are generally very friendly and chipper, unlike sitting in the Starbucks at times. Just wish there was more seating available - it can be difficult to get a spot during peak hours.

Why you'll go: They have great coffee. The baristas really know what they are doing and make outstanding espresso/americanos. If you're lucky, Quinn will be working, who is (in my opinion) the top barista in the city. Why you'll keep going: The food is good too. I drool over the Pain au Chocolat whenever I'm in there. They have great salads and soup as well. Moderate portions of high quality food. Why you'll love it forever: They LOVE coffee. They'll let you smell beans, try things and explain anything you're curious about. They have a shortlisted menu of beans for you to try, but none of the experience comes across as being pretentious. They're just passionate about coffee. What could improve: I'd like to see a couple of gluten free options aside from salads. Some small chocolates or nuts are my ideal pairing with coffee. Also, if they were the first place in town to start serving a small glass of sparkling water beside their espresso, I'd consider not going anywhere else.

P&S. My first experience with P&S was at their original location, in the Calgary Farmers Market. Getting a P&S coffee whilst doing our Sunday shop quickly became a routine for my whole family. We each had our staple; as I've mentioned before, I never venture from my Americano. Apparently the Dulce (previously called the Latin Passion) is d.i.v.i.n.e (it's a bit like a caramel macchiato, made with dulce de leche) The modest stall that made P&S famous is now closed, as the Calgary Farmers Market prepares to move to a new location. As far as I know, P&S didn't renew a contract to be a vendor. They have opened 2 other locations in as many years, this location on 33rd Avenue in Marda Loop being their 2nd, and a swank new shop in the new Chinook Mall expansion is their 3rd. Both stand alone locations are lovely, with sand colored wood accents, classic chalkboard menu's, and a very clean yet inviting vibe. This location is a long & narrow unit in a relatively new mini-mall, also housing a bank, a private gym, and a Shoppers Drug Mart. Be warned, parking is tricky during business & rush hours, and especially during the brunch rush on Sundays. (Nellie's Diner, and Belmont Diner are a stone's throw away) Hands down, P&S produces the best cup of coffee in Calgary. That's all I'm going to say about that. They make pastries and sandwiches in house, sourcing from local suppliers & farmers (A list of these can be found on their website) They also use Organic Milk from Vital Greens Farm. Huge points for this. They roast their beans right here in Cow-Town, and I just found out yesterday they also roast for Caffe Rosso. Talk about being a good neighbour. Phil & Sebastian know their coffee. They provide exceptional training to their barista's - who in turn offer education & knowledge to their guests. They also attend ((and WIN!)) competitions, both regionally, and nationally. My 5 stars say it, all the other 5 star reviews say it - P&S is a work of art, and something the chaps at all locations, and every coffee lover in Calgary should be proud of. ((insert java-appropriate mug clink here)) KLM

I'm not a fan of lattes or anything in my coffees for that matter. A friend suggested I try the dolce and I was hooked. I think I may be trading in my espresso card for a latte card from now on... but only at Phil & Sebastian. I'm also a big fan of their business plan and how they support their growers. We need more ethical companies such as these. It's not all about the money.

P&S is a cute spot for having a coffee with a friend. I've been there several times, but found it slightly awkward to get a seat since it is usually quite busy. The expresso is great, and I love the open concept/organic decor. There isn't a lot of privacy because of how the seating is set up, but that's not something out of the blue. Good energy, and lots of natural light, which i love. I will return.

My Phil & Sebastian story is a bit different from the rest - I actually stumbled upon them first in Chinook Mall when they opened up a branch in the expansion area. It wasn't until later that I discovered the Marda Loop location, the "homebase" (so to speak). I've been here a number of times now. I really like how bright it is in here during the daytime. The only "flaws" (if you can even call it that) is that this place has built up such a following, it is near impossible to find a table inside. Parking often is tricky, but such is the case with many shops in Marda Loop. Depending on when you go, they have different roasts and blends to try out. This is a pro and a con for me, especially if I find I really like one that they only carry for a limited time. Their espresso beans don't change, and that consistency is something I love - their lattes and Americanos are incredibly tasty.

I'm partial to the Marda Loop area. It's so incredible and has so much character. That said, it's no wonder that there's a location of Phil and Sebastian in this area. Not only is Phil and Sebastian some of the best coffee in town, but the staff is exceptional. Being true java aficionados, the staff not only expertly suggests the drink that they think you'll like best, but they brew it and prepare it to perfection. If you're having a 'cheat day', then you should splurge and try their baked goods. Their chocolate croissants are to die for. They roast their beans in-house and from the moment you step foot inside, you know you've come to the right place for unparalleled coffee in the city. Enjoy!

What can I say? I love Phil and Sebastian. It's by far my favorite coffee shop in Marda Loop, both for the ambiance and the beverages themselves. It's a trendy spot -- expect to have trouble finding a seat if you come at a peak time (which seems to be almost all day long!). Be warned, it can get quite loud during the busy times! I love the coffee however I'll admit I'm so hooked on the cappuccino that I haven't tried much of anything else. I'm sure that the quality of their other options is just as top notch.

Good coffee, even the decafe options are great! The atmosphere is also really nice! Friendly baristas and the banana bread was decent.

I love the coffee here at Phil and Sebastian's. the Lamb sandwich, I just crave it! yummy! I just spent 2 hours there today and obviously I am not the only one who loves this place, it was hopping! great service, great coffee....they are growing now as I remember when they were coffee purists at the Farmer's Market. I hope they retain their quality and commitment to coffee as they expand!

I come here about once a week for a freshly brewed coffee and a scone. Love the coffee, and even though they don't have the Clover brewers anymore, the Aeropress technique they use seems to work really well, and the single-origin coffee has almost always been really good. The scones and other baked goods I've had have also been pretty tasty, but I wouldn't recommend their other food, as it's always tasted a little bit boring to me, especially considering what you pay for it. The only real knock I'd have is that it's not really a place to spend a lot of time; it's always busy and the seating situation is sparce.

The espresso tastes like tomato paste. I drink it anyway so that I look cool because its a very trendy place to be "seen". Still I make better espresso when I am hung over. There is such a thing as trying too hard.

Finally got to try out Phil and Sebastian in Calgary! I've seen their beans sourced at various coffeeshops in CA, so definitely wanted to check them out traveling into the city. The location is off to the side of all the shenanigans of primary downtown, a lengthy single room with tons of seating and a large bar for coffee and goods. They primarily use an aeropress for their pour-overs. I ordered an Ethiopian single-origin, and thoroughly enjoyed the subtle fruitiness and smoothness to the brew. I would love to return to enjoy another sunny morning in Calgary!

Unpretentious venue, high quality espresso. And I'm glad to see it has not strayed far from its original brewed-by-precision approach. Is the espresso as good as Bumpy's? I'm not sure.. the jury isn't out on that one and it's too close to call for sure. But Phil & Sebastian's is by far a go-to, with an accessible location and awesome atmosphere. The staff seems quite happy to answer any questions you might have regarding source or process, or even (overheard) drink recommendations. No scolding or scoffing here. If you haven't tried a quality espresso in this city, this is a good place to take the dive.

I adore Phil & Sebastians. The coffee is always superb. It can sometimes be hard to get a table, but the turnover is pretty quick. Whenever I order a large coffee, they make a point of telling me it will come in a take-away cup. I appreciated the honesty at the beginning, but now I am wondering why they just don't go out and purchase large mugs?!!