DeVille Luxury Coffee & Pastries

Deville Art Central feels like that funky, trendy, loft condo that you wished you owned, but it’s even better since there are really friendly people who serve you delicious coffee… and wine… and beer.
The huge windows allow for a lot of natural light and it’s fun to look out from the second floor well sipping a Bailey’s Latte for only $ 6. Oh happy day!
They keep a pretty high energy vibe inside the coffee shop, and it could get a bit loud of you were looking for a place to have a meeting. There are extra tables out into the hallway of Art Central if you need to have a bit more private of a discussion. Inside, it’s not too loud for casual, friendly conversation but it seems sometimes they’re in the mood for some bass beats and there is a subwoofer strapped to the ceiling. Jus sayin’. The music is not just background and I saw many a customer getting there groove on in line. :) Shake-​it, shake, shake-​it, shake-​it, oh oh.

The lattes at deVille are amazing! We tried the caramel and the Nutella and both were perfect. I’m looking forward to a return trip to try out their feature sandwich. I was a bit disappointed by the lack of pastries offered (and that they weren’t labeled) but the banana bread and the raspberry shortbread (I think that’s what it was, a label would help give it proper credit) were delicious pairings with our lattes. This location is great — big and open with friendly staff and great music.

Fantastic coffee. Nice selection and good atmosphere. Wi Fi is solid, as well as the music selection. Not sure if this is typical of canada, but you can get Baileys in your coffee.

This is perhaps one of the best coffee places in downtown Calgary, Don’t miss it!

Another fantastic Deville location! This one seems much busier than the one a couple blocks away. Regardless, the staff are friendly, the drinks are great and the sun is shinning in! There is lots of room to sit but we wary of the time of day you go, 10am and the line is out the door!

Finally got to try this place! Not being a big coffee drinker, I always forget that I work beside here, plus my team is Tim’s fans. Being a Friday I figured a little treat was allowed and to DeVille we went.
I went with my usual Chai tea latte with almond milk. I know I get super creative. And it was quite tasty. Little pricey, and smaller than Starbucks. But I did see they have a Bailey’s latte that I will be going back for at some point. And they serve booze.
Super cute little place, quaint and somewhat quiet. I could see myself spending an afternoon people watching and sipping on something.

Nutella Latte mmmmmmmmmmmmmm unique drink !! I nice change up from the usual around town. More like a desert but worth the $ 5.
Havent strayed far from the Nutella no need to really…
Green Tea Latte once and it was good but dreamt Nutella shortly after leaving…
if it aint broke dont fix it I suppose…

Review #18 of Unilocal’s 30 Day Challenge 2012
I’ve been hanging out in deVille in Art Central a lot more lately. While I enjoyed it before for the nutella lattes, I now find myself enjoying it for an Americano, some kind of sweet treat, and the seat by the window overlooking 7^th Ave. I know, I know, you wouldn’t think the C-​train tracks are all that much to look at, but when you’re me and you’re lost deep in thought somewhere, absently people watching goes a long way!
Other highlights of deVille:
— breakfast specials!
— wine hour and charcuterie boards
— free wifi
— plenty of seating inside and just outside of the shop
— the raspberry crumble I was nom nomming on last Tuesday
And… a little bird (or a little sign on the street) told me there’s a new location opening in Bridgeland. Even closer to home! Can’t wait to try it too :).

Great location and great coffee. Nothing beats that. A little hide away when you’re looking at destress during your work day. Connected through the +15s in Art Central, it’s not too far of a walk either.
I enjoy their cappuccinos and americanos since the beans they use are not overly roasted so you can get just enough coffee flavour without it being burnt and bitter.
If you’re not in the mood for coffee, their tea selection is also very good. It comes in a nice little tea pot so you can take your time to enjoy every sip. They also serve sandwiches and light snacks if you’re looking for a bite.
Also, they have daily happy hour specials on wine (beer too) and cheese. A nice way to wind down a busy work day or when you’re just trying to hide from rush hour traffic!

The lattes are milky rich with a hint of espresso.
Ordered the Sicilian sandwich; my daily sodium intake was satisfied by the assorted cold cuts and olive tapenade. Bread to meat ratio was good. The sandwich is premade and heated to order. Mine wasn’t heated thru to the center, not a huge deal.
I would come back for drinks.

Ok, so it is one of the better places in Calgary and I’d dare even say better than Artigiano’s but compared to Vancouver/​Seattle, they still have a ways to go. I had an americano and their default espresso blend is a bit weak and acidic for me.
The café itself is a nice place to go for a coffee in the morning or afternoon but I can see it getting very busy.

Cozy for a great late breakfast. The Nutella Latte was indulgent and amazing with a breakfast sandwich. Was great to sit by the window and enjoy a slow cup.

I’m not a coffee drinker, but what this chain is known for is their Nutella lattes.
I mainly go to coffee shops to work on the laptop when I feel that I can’t work at home or at the office, and deVille is one of many places that I frequent. I like this location over the other deVille locations as it’s located on the third level of Art Central and has lots of windows, which means you get a nice view and exposure to lots of natural sunlight.
I’m a Nutella fan, so when I heard that they served this kind of drink, I had to sample it. And all I can say is: It tastes so good!
The first time I visited a deVille though, the coffee machine was broken so I had to get something else. However, my friend was able to get a Nutella steamer (a steamed milk drink) even though it wasn’t on the menu, so if you don’t want espresso shots in your drink, you could try asking them to just give you a non-​coffee version.
I like the Art Central location mainly for the décor and its proximity not only to the C-​Train, but also the various art shops nearby. The proportion of upholstered vs non-​upholstered furniture is higher than most coffee shops of this nature, meaning that there’s a higher likelihood that you’ll find a cushioned seat. Some of their hard-​back chairs are rocking chairs as well, which is nice if you like to recline sometimes like I do.
When I’m in the area and need a place to crash with the laptop, this particular location is one of the first in my list.

I love the Intelligentsia coffee and I really, really love the attention to detail that’s put into my simple drink (they call it coffee misto in this city — it’s a café au lait, about 80% brewed coffee and 20% steamed milk). Some places give you the non-​creamy milk dregs left over after making somebody else’s latte but this place always did it right.
Also, try the pumpkin bread. It’s great.

the sign says ‘best latte ever’ and i kind of scoffed at first, but after trying the lattes i must agree! they come out so frothy and rich, and the locations in both art & fashion central are awesome. great people-​watching and arty feeling (naturally). some nice food specials & i tried the quiche – very, very tasty. every drink arrives with latte art! what a treat.
i recommend the nutella latte. nutella is like crack to me so i totally fell for it in a hot drink.

As Ive reviewed Caffe Beano previously as one of a handful of great café’s in our fair city, I had to remember to review Deville. Ive been multiple times and would have to say that they serve the richest Latte that Ive ever had the pleasure of drinking. The sandwiches, although quite pricey, are gourmet. The Lamb is just ridiculously delicious. Atmosphere is very modern, bright but I found it slightly uncomfortable to sit for more than 10 minutes.
Overall, If you’re a coffee connoisseur you wont be let down.

We were driving around downtown Calgary and on the second floor windowsill had big giant letters: BEST LATTE… that got me interested. After walking the pedestrian path, I was happy that my bf suggested we walk here to get some coffee. We strolled up the stairs to this cute little café with rocking chairs. After much thought, I got the nutella latte, which was made perfectly, with microfoam shaped like a heart. The cups are custom stamped — each individual one of them, and made of recycled materials.
The latte was not rich, but heavenly, with lovely hints of chocolate. Paired with a delicious and berrilicious crumble, it was full of fruit, flavour and deliciousness.
They also serve beer and wine if you’re not up for the java. A large screen TV with the ability to watch US open Tennis, what more can you ask for?

Deville looks like one of those places you only see on TV shows. Big, giant, bright windows with trendy and modern seating and a killer ambience.
When you come to Deville, you will be sitting amongst Calgary’s coolest and most influential people in the Arts community. If you do it right, this coffee shop can become networking central for you.
They also offer a great selection of coffees, teas, lattes and yummy sandwiches. Make sure you try the Lamb for $ 10. Apricot and rosemary chutney, oh my! They also have a scrumptious breakfast sandwich for only $ 3.50
They also have $ 1 off wine every day from 4 – 7. Now that is what I call happy hour!
There are some downfalls though: I hate it when coffee shops don’t have white sugar. Yeah, yeah, yeah I get it. Raw sugar is better for you, but I like me my white sugar in my coffee. Speaking of coffee, the cup is rather small. I came on a day when I already had a ton of caffeine, so I wasn’t too upset about it, but if it had been my first cup of the day, I definitely would have needed more.
This place is so cool that I come here to work on my long awaited novel about a short and balding writer who longs for simpler days and hair.
Whether you are looking to hang out with über-​cool artists, enjoy a yummy sandwich or just stare out the window and people watch, Deville’s is where you wanna be.

Fairly priced, lovely coffee. You should try their Nutella Latte… make sure you get a huge size though because you will suck it back like nothing else! The pastries are also delicious. Portions are large, I find, so it’s good to share with someone. I used to work in Art Central so this is where we would all go for coffee. One thing, however… their drip coffee gives me a headache because it’s so strong! I’m not sure why. :)
Parking is difficult to find, so you are better off hitting this place on foot or c-​train. Get off at 1^st street SW and Art Central is right there. Deville is on the top floor which is accessible by stairs or elevator.

Every store and shop in Art Central adds something to the building’s success, and deVille is no exception. It is one of the best coffee shops in the city, and never fails to deliver a perfect drink. They offer things like biodegradable straws — very smart considering their youthful and eco-​friendly clientele. Don’t get your drink to go – stay a while to enjoy the bright atmosphere and great view.
As for the drinks, they’re amazing. Always. The espresso is smooth and sweet, and the lattes are creamy and frothed perfectly.
The only downside is the location — good if you’re within walking distance, but sometimes difficult (and always costly) to park.
Any time I’m within 10 blocks of deVille, I make the effort to stop in and enjoy a drink.