Waves Coffee House

Worst coffee shop ever. This company is absolutely shameless. Wish the building would lease to somebody else. Food is an absolute rip off and its pretty much crap. Taste terrible. Never spending another dime in this place.

Solid double espresso. Correctly served Italian style (short). Just a hint of bitterness and good crema.
Did not try any food items.

solid 3.5 stars as it attracts a business crowd being in the Pallister building. tall, tall glass ceilings and great view.
parking limited in front.
free coffee if u buy an entrée.
spacious for sure.

Good coffee… Not recommended for lunch, unless you have no choice… The location is very convenient, as there is nothing else close, without going out, or walking a little bit… This place is good, for a quick coffee…

Oh yes, a coffee shop with a relaxing atmosphere. Very modern and clean, always a huge plus for me.
It’s not a busy shop, so the service is quick. Very friendly staff as well, smiling at everyone who comes in.
Even though it was not baked in-​house, the chocolate zucchini muffin was large, and quite good. Great breakfast options available to most people who have a sweet tooth.
Here is my reason for just the four stars instead of five: I have requested for a soy au lait, and was asked if I would like medium roast or a dark roast. This is a great question that I wish most other coffee shops would ask their patrons. I have asked what their dark roast for the day is, they gave me a blank look and told me it was a dark roast. Then I asked what their medium roast was for the day, they had told me it was just a medium roast. Then the barista asked me quickly before I could ask anymore questions myself about the coffees if I preferred a misto instead. I said no, an au lait was fine.
I was fairly surprised the baristas were not knowledgeable of the coffees they have available. However, it may be management that had not trained properly, or not know themselves.
Overall, I would return again when I’m in the area now that I am aware of what I should and should not order. Their chocolate zucchini muffin would be enough of a reason to return.

This is the newest instalment of the Waves Coffee chain in Calgary. I still don’t quite get the business model, but having it in this building sure makes it convenient!
They just recently changed management and it looks to be going in the right direction! Free Wifi, lots of interesting coffee toppings (Macadamia, Coconut, Chocolate, the list goes on!)
It’s rarely very busy, so you can get your coffee and read a free newspaper fairly easily, and it’s quiet enough to hear yourself think!
I like it!