Diner Deluxe

We were seated at a smaller section upstairs. They brew Phil & Sebastian coffee! I got the country skillet special which had poached eggs, hashbrowns, and sausage sort of in a mash with mushrooms. It was delicious! This location does take reservations until a certain time for brunch and it can get busy. Book early if you can!

We came mid-​afternoon and really enjoyed our experience. My husband had the pulled pork hash with poutine… YUM!!! I was definitely jealous, but grateful it is a huge portion so we saved some for breakfast tomorrow! :) I had the Good Morning Burger, it was really yummy but extremely messy (the yolk and hollandaise kind of exploded in my hands) which made it a bit difficult to savor and truly enjoy. When we come back I’d definitely get a hash again, they do an amazing job with their potatoes! I like that they offer a selection of fairly regular breakfast/​lunch options as well as some more foodie/​unique alternatives, like their breakfast poutine or the PB & J french toast which was a special today.
It’s nice and brightly lit by the big windows at the back of the restaurant. There is some seating upstairs but don’t fret if it’s looking full – the downstairs portion of the restaurant is HUGE and has tons of tables. There’s even a little spot for kids to play and they offer a kids’ menu, so a big plus for families. They also have an elevator so the downstairs is handicap accessible. Overall, it’s nicely decorated and I like the ambience. They have quotes from Dumb & Dumber on the stairs which is a fun, quirky touch! :)
One thing that would take this place from really great to fantastic for me is if they had homemade jams and homemade ketchup to go along with the rest of their fairly gourmet breakfast options. Our server was polite and very quick, but seemed a bit agitated. Other than that, they definitely offer a quality take on brunch that I look forward to enjoying again ASAP!

I would definitely say use the reservation app if you want to save some time. I made the reservation and kept my confirmation texts just in case which was fortunate. All I have to say is MASSIVE CINNAMON BUN!!! they were huge, tasty for sure and great. The chicken and waffles was decent but the saving grace was the staff. They are so friendly and so helpful. I would go back just to kick it with them. Appreciated it after a long night shift, good food but better service!

What a wonderful brunch experience! We sat out on the patio and enjoyed the beautiful view and weather. Our server came over shortly after we were seated to take our drink orders. I asked about the specials and ended up ordering the Pulled Pork eggs benedict! It was DELICIOUS!!! The serving was generous so I brought my leftovers home and they were eaten right away with the same commentary. Great place to go for brunch! I think I am addicted to the hollandaise sauce! So good!!!

Service was bad– I understand when a waitress is busy as I have years in the service industry myself. Not once did she apologize. When I finally had to get the manager to take our food order after a 20 min drink time he was also very unapologetic. Upon billing we recorded still no apology or discount or even free coffees. The food was good– so small note to the staff and manager, all it takes is a genuine apology for upset customers to feel better and appreciated. Won’t be back.

What a nice hidden spot in west Calgary. Situated in a shopping complex, this restaurant has a beautiful patio by the water and a great menu for brunch items. We had pancakes with a side of bacon, community salad and the grilled chicken Apple sandwich. Washed it all down with a sparkling lemonade and some blackcurrant spritzer. The portions were huge and the quality was excellent. Highly recommended for a quiet brunch and just to enjoy the weather while it’s still sunny and warm.

Loved how water was served the moment we sat down. Great first impression! We sat out in the patio downstairs on a nice summer’s day. Wished there would be a bit more breeze coming through if not for the glass walls. That might make this a nice place to hangout during cooler days in fall or spring.
I was tossing between a Garden Burger or a fish taco. Decided it was a burger day. It was a brown rice party with lots of mustard seed on a brioche bun. Personally not a fan of a brioche bun. would have asked for a different type of bun, if they have any, next time.
My other half had one of their daily specials: braised beef with poached eggs it a skillet. It has so much in it that the waitress had to explain it twice :) He said it was good but expected the hash browns to be something other than large potato chunks on a skillet.
Overall verdict, a place to come back to!

Food is awesome. If only the place wasn’t run and staffed by clueless hipster teenagers that don’t have a clue what a restaurant should actually run like. Even the «managers» are insanely slow, and don’t seem to care that people will sit in the waiting area for 20 – 25 minutes before staff even acknowledges them.
It’s a shame, because the food is almost worth the wait.

The food was excellent but the service sucked. The restaurant was slammed so it was a 20 minute wait which is totally understandable. My meal arrived and it took another 15 minutes before my friend’s meal arrived after bringing out someone else’s meal. The waitress hardly came around at all. They need some training.

Love the new space for the Deluxe’s second location! The food was so fresh and flavorful. I thoroughly enjoyed the wild mushroom (actually different varietals of wild mushrooms in there not like other spots who claim «wild mushrooms» and they’re white or crimini.) eggs Benny with basil infused hollandaise sauce. Wow! Comes with rosemary roasted potatoes and I highly recommend making it «poutine» for and extra 3 bucks. Other people at the table tried egg white frittata and the vegan scramble. Both got rave reviews.

Went to Diner Deluxe with the girlfriend for Friday brunch.
So, you pull up in Aspen and there’s a small storefront, but don’t be fooled, as when we entered and saw the cool little upstairs area, we were brought downstairs into another dining area that was full of seats and lots of light from the patio windows. Bench seats are full of pillows and are really comfy, and you’re not packed in, which is nice. Cool space.
I had the chicken and waffles, she had the breakfast poutine; we both enjoyed them, except for her eggs being poached way beyond soft, wasn’t a big enough deal to send back. Phil & Sebastian coffee was great. Server was really nice, very attentive. We’ll be visiting again!

Meh. I’ve experienced better.
Went there for brunch, food quality was Meh… The service wasn’t bad, but it wasn’t wow either!
The only thing I liked was that they get your number and send you a text message with the estimated wait times (75 minutes in our case!)
There are better options in that neighborhood.

I came here for brunch with my family while visiting Calgary. It has kind of a hipster-​y vibe and some of the food options are a little different. My fiancée and brother loved the breakfast poutine and everyone raved about the food in general. Service was good and it was a cozy little place. My only complaint was that as someone who is not a breakfast person, I was disappointed that I couldn’t order off the lunch menu, especially since they’re on the same menu and there aren’t any times specified. I wish it had been made more clear.

Was so excited to hear that diner deluxe was opening a second location close to home! I am a big fan of the one on edm trail. However this location does not live up its reputation to the original location.
We didn’t have any issues with the service here like others, in fact the service was actually good.
The restaurant is beautiful over looking the pond at aspen landing.
The food though… Doesn’t compare to their first location, they have the same menu items but prepared slightly different such as the meat loaf hash they don’t do the sweet potato hash and just plain hash and the taste of their other items just don’t taste as great. Kinda blah.
Also don’t understand why they would use bottled tropicana oj and charge a premium for it, should be freshly squeezed for the price they charge. Taking a look at the dinner menu… don’t think I would return to try that anytime soon cause it’s been Aspenized, too high for too little.

While the new aspen location is pretty, it’s missing the charm of the retro furniture and down to earth staff of the original location.
While the food was standard and what we’ve come to expect from diner deluxe, the service was on a completely different level. Our silverware came after our food. No one asked how our meal was within the first few bites (so I had to stand up to get ketchup,) my water cup was empty for half the meal. I actually had to ask for more. And last, and a huge deal breaker for me: unless my coffee came in a French press, offer me a refill.
I’m not entirely friends off with diner deluxe, but I probably won’t return to the Aspen location.

The new Diner Deluxe just opened for all the die hard fans out in the sth West. I was living with friends here and it was super convenient to have to only travel to Aspen from Elbow Valley for a burger than all the way across the city.
The style here is more modern café, not really diner. Doesn’t matter tho, the burgers are still KILLER ! Staff are learning but are very committed, engaging and polite.
The same recipe is in the soul of this establishment the owners have created and it works for me.

We were the only ones there on a weekday around opening time. So I can’t say much about the service, as it was obviously good. Though, being that this is Calgary, it’s pretty typical that a new restaurant suffers from bad service initially. Not sure if this would be a problem here.
Onto the food. Huevos Rancheros. Really delicious and an absolutely huge portion (which helps justify the price to an extent). Great little spot if they can keep the service good. I will be back for sure. Short of a 5 star simply for prices that are a little too high.
Final note: coffee is Phil & Sebastians. If you’re into that (like me), then you’ll love it. Otherwise, the uninitiated may find it slightly sour or strong.

There appears to be a lot of harshness for Diner Deluxe in it’s first month at the new location. I on the other had had a pretty solid experience there but it was after the lunch rush on a weekday so it was fairly quiet. I can tell there is still a learning curve there but they are almost at the diner deluxe standard I would expect.
Diner Deluxe’s concept is a stepped up version of home cooking and everything I had at the original and my meal here have been darn tasty. Unless your parents were chefs, chances are the food won’t taste like home because they do rely on some very modern flavours but I do like that reinvented aspect of food when it’s done well. The only major complaint about this place is things get quite fatty while they fancy up the homestyle favs and I can really feel that heaviness sitting in my stomach after I eat. The menu seems a bit different than I remember the Edmonton trail location but I haven’t been there for a while but it seems like a bit of a new concept closely tied to the original.
This trip I had grilled cheese, tomatoe bisque and fries. Sandwich was on thick bread, the butter they use for grilling must be herb infused because it had a nice aroma to it. I should have paid attention to the cheese mixture because it was well through out and very good. The Bisque was alright, not as creamy as some which is a bit of a good thing when dealing with a rather fatty meal but it’s not my favourite. The fries are well seasoned to the place ketchup is optional.
I almost miss the store front, it’s very plain but the inside was nicely done to the standard of the area. The new place is huge when you consider the downstairs and the huge patio. Hopefully that helps with some of the legendary lines of the original. We sat out on the patio and had quite a nice mix of sun and shade. I wished there was a better water view but I could hear the fountain and knew it was there at least.
I would return — maybe for breakfast next time.

Not as busy as the Diner Deluxe on Edmonton Trail, but a smaller size (from my quick glance).
I went in on a weekday morning so there was only one other person there. I ordered the French Toast. It was on flax bread and came with mascarpone and mixed berries. It was a large portion and was tasty. Service was generally good, but with no one there that is to be expected.

I am an avid diner deluxe goer and was excited to try this new location. The store front doesn’t do it justice! It’s such a beautiful location, way more seating and a patio with an excellent view. I had my fave eggs benny (Canadian bacon) and they definitely made it more refined. So fresh and delicious! The hash browns to accompany the dish were a great side as well. The service was prompt and delightful and the ambiance was elegant yet comfortable. We will definitely be coming back here soon!!! Such a lovely treat minus the wait of the other location :). Oh and the coffee is excellent too! Best breakfast I’ve found in the city– they never disappoint!