Ambiance is good. Coffee is good. But not a good place to get work done. Wifi is extremely slow, at speeds slower than dialup, essentially unusable. Tried to hotspot instead but mobile signal when inside this cafe is also very poor, resulting in very slow and unstable internet. Rogers network - 1 bar of 5G Telus network - 1 bar of LTE Also there's a very recent reddit thread about this place (info not confirmed). read more

This is a lovely spot in an historic neighbourhood. The service is warm and friendly and the coffees are perfectly made. read more

Boxcar Coffee Shop - Latte, Americano, chunky caboose cookie - Cafes Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

Cute little place surrounded by residential. It's in a secluded place. The inside is small but it's intimate. Ordered their Strawberry Matcha - had the perfect mix and you can still taste the Matcha. Service was fast. read more

Boxcar Coffee Shop - Cafes Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

I haven't been here for a long time so today, while in the general area, I decided to stop in. It's still difficult to find for this southsider but I eventually reached my destination. Lucky me as there was parking on the street out front. The service at the order counter was friendly and quick. I ordered the peanut butter and jam toast just like my first visit and it didn't disappoint. There are strawberries as well as strawberry jam so one can sort of say that it's a healthy sandwich. It's absolutely delicious! I love the ambiance of the Boxcar (it's not actually in a boxcar but there are trains nearby). People come and go as well as sitting both inside and at the shady patio. This is a great place to hangout or meet friends. I don't visit Calder very often but when I do I'll return to the Boxcar. read more

Boxcar Coffee Shop - PB&J sandwich (includes real strawberries) $7.85 in 2024. It's a treat! - Cafes Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

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Highly hyped on instagram - so props for influencer marketing and beautifully presented drinks but the matcha flight was disappointing. It was watery, matcha flavor was non existent and overall average at best. Sadly Edmonton no longer has proper matcha options. I don't agree with the matcha flight hype but may try different items in the future. It has a really nice outdoor patio and service was functional (some members seemed new and still learning). read more

Boxcar Coffee Shop - Matcha flight - Cafes Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

This is a chic coffee shop that blends neatly into the surrounding historic neighbourhood. The shop includes indoor seating and lots of outdoor patio seating surrounded in greenery. It's on a quiet street with more pedestrians than cars, street parking is available. The coffee menu is extensive and there are lots of lovely dessert/pastry accompaniments. read more

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At 4:10PM on a Wednesday was 80% full. Which I was kind of surprised at. Server was quite busy and had to wait to order and had to wait 10minutes for my order (which I took to go). Free Wi-Fi, lots of people "working" while enjoying the atmosphere. Display case was still full of goodies. Based on previous reviews I got the chai latte - probably best I've had! 10/10. Also tried the PB+J sandwich - loved the fresh strawberries, good bread. PB didn't seem like anything special. Jam was generous and tasted good. 8/10. Rosette cookie - too much sugar/cinnamon icing for me. Texture was very cool. My mother used to make them so it was very nostalgic but wish they had a "plain" with just icing sugar on it. Train Wreck cinnamon bun: 2/10. This was really bad. Bottom of bun was sooooo soggy like complete mush and it was disgusting. I had to cut the bottom half off as it was really really bad. Custard was bland. A plain, no toppings cinnamon bun would have been much better. After asking the server for her recommendation for tart she recommended Mayan tart. Tart shell was better than expected, filling was creamy and a flavor I cannot describe. Whipped topping was nice and smooth. 9/10. Dog friendly patio, street parking only. read more

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I love a cafe. LOVE! I don't let many (or any) weeks pass by without stopping in at a favourite cafe for a cozy seat with a latte (or similar beverage). Doing so might be one of the nicest simple pleasures that I can think of. As such, I am always on the hunt for new great cafes to try so that I can add to my roster of spots to visit regularly. I'd been hearing a lot of buzz around Boxcar Coffee Shop but had never made it over there due to their "north of the wall" location (which is quite far away from me). But then EDify Magazine named them Best Coffee Shop 2024 and that was exactly the push that I needed to get me over to Calder. Located on a quaint and adorable street in a part of the city that I'd never been to, Boxcar Coffee Shop couldn't possibly be more charming. To enter the cafe you must first walk through the patio area which boasts plenty of outdoor seating. I can only imagine how stunning this area must be in the summertime, with their twinkling string lights. Entering the small space, I was impressed by the gorgeous design. Clean, cool, and modern, yet full of light and fresh greenery. It reminded me a lot of a bar car on a train in the 1920s. Someone with good taste was in charge of this project and it shows. The staff was friendly and welcoming on my Saturday morning visit. After placing my order (and gazing at all of the pretty pastries in the glass case) I found a comfortable table by the window and settled in. Our items were delivered as they became available and before long we had a table full of delights. Obviously, as this is a cafe, I wanted to try the coffee. But there's a whole lot more to discover at Boxcar and I think that this is what sets them apart. Sure, you'll find americanos and lattes on the menu but you'll also note their horchata - your first hint that this cafe offers a Latin flair. Not sure which drink to order because you want to try them all? Boxcar has got you. I ordered the Boxcar Hopper (Mocha, Macchiato, Chai and Horchata - $14.00), an incredible idea which provides a tantalizing flight of beverages. Served on a slice of wood, I could not imagine a cuter presentation. Four small and delectable mugs sat before me and I couldn't wait to try each one! First, the Mocha, made with a double shot of espresso with steamed milk and chocolate. This was one of my favourites overall because it was rich and robust in flavour. It was just a very good mocha! I could taste the coffee and chocolate in harmony and I loved the whipped cream and added chocolate drizzle on top. Next, the Caramel Macchiato, made with a double shot of espresso and steamed milk with a vanilla and caramel drizzle. I didn't like this one as much because while the coffee was good, I didn't get much caramel flavour. Again, I liked the whipped cream and caramel drizzle on top but I wanted the caramel to work harder. Next, the Chai Latte, made with housemade chai and steamed milk. Boxcar's chai blend includes cardamom, star anis, fennel seeds, clove, black pepper, turmeric, cinnamon and fresh ginger peels. I loved this and I think that it was my favourite one! A really, really good chai that was full of warm spices and big flavour - I could really taste the ginger. Much better than the concentrate-made chais that most cafes sell. Lastly, the Horchata, made the Mexican way with rice, milk, toasted peanuts, toasted pumpkin seeds, vanilla and cinnamon. I absolutely LOVED seeing a horchata on the menu, full stop. I also found it interesting to try a hot version as I am more used to having it served cold. Unfortunately, I found this version much too watered down. I didn't seem to get the creamy nuttiness that I was looking for. The food and pastry offerings at Boxcar are far beyond what most cafes are doing and this is another huge factor that elevates the entire experience. It was breakfastime so the Breakfast Sandwich (Turkey, cheese, and an omelette on a toasted english muffin - $5.85) seemed like a sure bet! And it was served with ruffled chips?! I am never upset at this development! Each bite of this warm and gooey sandwich was a delight. The tender chunks of homemade turkey were plentiful and the egg was cooked nicely with spinach folded in. There was a ton of cheese to bind everything together in the best possible way. Plus chips! At only $5.85 this sandwich is a complete steal. Other food items include a croque monsieur, a quesadilla, and a PB&J sandwich which I hear is incredible because they use whipped peanut butter fluff and actual slices of strawberries. But there's so much more. The pastries are unlike anything that you'll find elsewhere and I was so excited to try as many of them as I (un)reasonably could! First of all, the Rosette Cookie ($2.45) AKA the "churro cookie," was a must. Crunchy and coated in cinnamon and sugar, and formed into a beautiful design. This ultra-light cookie comes in two sizes (I got the big one) and is so much fun to eat. It reminded me a lot of the cinnamon twists at Ta read more

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Finally!!! A brand new, quaint and unique coffee shop in north side Edmonton! This hidden gem is tucked away in the Calder neighborhood and worth a visit! We stopped in on a Tuesday morning and it was pretty steady. The staff were very friendly and our beverages were very tasty. I had the Horchata with a shot of espresso and my spouse had the vanilla latte. Both were delicious and we can't wait to try something else. They also had some pastries and sandwiches available too. They have a great patio set up and a few seats indoors. And check out their bathroom too!! Definitely a must try and a great addition to the north side! read more

Boxcar Coffee Shop - Menu August 2023 - Cafes Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

This shop in Calder is doing a lot for the neighbourhood's overall appearance, alongside an interesting looking late night pizza joint and a handy laundromat (so you're covered for those evening laundry runs). The shop itself has a nice wide view of the street, and off to the side entry is a pretty deck setting for those looking for the al fresco experience. I had a cortado, which was nicely turned out. The till has a choose-your-tip-to-check-out arrangement when you order, and staff will bring your order to your table. We didn't try any food, but there were many tempting items in the display case as well as menu items to order for a more substantial chow-down. There are well maintained trees and plants both inside and outside to add to the ambiance. Would definitely return and try an outdoor seating as well as something from the food menu. The place is easy to find with plenty of free parking available, and everyone is really friendly. read more

A quaint little coffee shop in a residential area. Great energy and excellent coffee. It's evident this is a local favorite. Service was friendly and welcoming. Make an effort to stop by and stay a while. read more

Boxcar Coffee Shop - Flat White - Cafes Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

Yesterday's coffee adventure was a miss as the place did not have milk to make a latte. Today was a new adventure and we found this place after another quick search! This is a cozy and cute coffee shop. It was busy too. We placed our order for a latte and an americano. We were asked to be seated and our barista brought our drinks over to us. Latte was smooth and creamy from the steamed milk. It was a nice coffee bean used that was not bitter. This is a proper coffee shop with all the caffeine offerings you could get. Their baked goods looked tasty too but I was not hungry enough to order an item to try. I recommend if you are in the area to stop by at this coffee shop and enjoy the ambiance too. read more

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Best coffee in the city hands down. Highly recommend the chonky caboose cookie and cinnamon bun. I love that they allow pets on the patio too. A must try read more

We mainly go there for the coffee and ambience --- both of which are extremely good. Service is great and we have gotten to know all the staff. We now go there daily and it is money and time well spent. If you like decadence, then try their "Train Wreck" --- yummy. read more

Small and Cozy, great coffee too. Limited street parking but in quiet residential area.

Excellent neighbourhood gem. Had lunch and dessert. They make their own pastries, made to order. The patio is very nice.

Quaint place. Friendly service. Food was good but simple. Coffee was great. Did not try the pastry.... Next time!!