Egg-cellent Entrees

The Family Restauranteur: attributes include an inexplicable desire to take one’s children to public eateries likely due to cabin fever, lack of culinary ability, desire to make mess somewhere other than one’s own kitchen or a stubborn grip on their pre-kid life. Often found eating egg-type dishes and toast with children in tow because they know that brunch just has that certain je ne sais quoi for families.

The warm room, fragrant coffee and comfort food on a cold weekend morning are almost irresistible. Not to mention, service is usually quick, food is palatable to even the most discriminating toddler and morning is often the best time of day to attempt a family outing.

So whether you’re a resto-veteran or resto-newbie, here are our fave family brunch hot spots.

The Belmont Diner
Located in Marda Loop, The Belmont Diner is a tiny throwback to days of the diner. Highlights include pancake art for kids and ½ orders (you’ll know what we mean when you see the size of the plates). Go early on weekends, bring cash (no credit or debit accepted) and travel in a party of four or less to squeeze into the tiny booths.

The Phanntastic Pannenkoek Haus
In North Glenmore Park, the Pannenkoek Haus offers a twist on brunch. These Dutch pancakes look like a pizza/crepe combo and are loaded with ingredients ranging from cheese & potato to banana, coconut and chocolate (our fave).

Cora’s
Located just off the Deerfoot in a suburban mega-mall, Cora’s is a Quebec start-up moved west. It has a distinctly French Canadian feel from the service staff to the yummy crepes on the menu. It’s big, warm and opens at 6:00 am six days per week (7 am on Sunday). A perfect stop if you’re traveling south to hit the slopes in Castle or Fernie.

Regency Palace Restaurant
Who says eggs and pancakes are required? The downtown Regency Palace Restaurant offers a huge dim sum service on weekends. Kids will enjoy the novelty of choosing from the cart or you can order exactly what you want. A giant koi pond is a welcome distraction.

Diner Deluxe
Located on Center Street north, Diner Deluxe has a wonderfully unique menu. Definitely a favorite of Calgarians, Diner Deluxe does tend to be crowded and busy. They do have high chairs and a kids menu but you might want to evaluate whether your child is able to sit tight for a meal before heading out.

So let someone else make breakfast: skip the dishes, sit through a meal and let your kids tell someone else what to do for a change.

The Belmont Diner
www.belmontdiner.ca
(403) 242-6782
2008 33rd Ave. SW

The Phanntastic Pannekoek Haus
www.pfanntasticpannekoek.com
(403) 243-7757
2439 - 54th Ave. SW

Cora’s
www.chezcora.com
(403) 265-7545
46th St. S. E and 130th Avenue SE

Regency Palace Restaurant
www.regencypalacerestaurant.com
(403) 777-2288
328 Centre Street SE

Diner Deluxe
www.cuisineconcepts.ca/diner/
(403) 276-5499
804 Edmonton Trail NE

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