If You get the right barista at the right time, this is the perfect place! If not? Then You get a luke warm drink, no thank you, and You get to ask for a receipt multiple times. It can be busy, but the tables are spaced far enough it doesn't feel too crowded. The noise level can get high, but sitting outside is a great option! read more

My first trip to Caffe Rosso was last September. I've been back a few times since, and all I can say is this spot keeps getting better. If only there were an option to give it more than 5 stars. I popped in yesterday for an hour for a coffee and a muffin and to get some work done. The gals in line in front of me were trying to pay with debit, one of the staff got my order going while we waited. It seemed there was a problem with the machine. The debit was down. The girls didn't have any cash with them, neither did I. The nearest bank machine meant driving back into Inglewood. Oh dear. I've seen places shrug their shoulders at this and simply say "sorry, the debit isn't working" and leave it upto the customer to go find some cash and come back, or leave. The staff at Caffe Rosso on this day sent the two girls to go sit down and said they'd still bring them their lunch order and let them know if the debit came back online. They did the same for me with my coffee and muffin. An hour later, there was still no debit. The option? They printed out a receipt of what I ordered and asked me to come back again soon and settle up then. I offered to leave my name and number as well, I was told it wasn't necessary. You can bet I'm going back today to pay for that muffin and coffee... and that I'll be back again after this. Not many places take the "we'll serve you anyway and trust you'll come back and cover your tab" road. You rock Caffe Rosso. read more

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A wonderful coffee shop where you wouldn't expect a wonderful coffee shop, but were hoping you'd stumble across a wonderful coffee shop. Voila! Caffe Rosso: a coffee shop that I'd go as far to say is... really really great! Ha! The sandwich signs, those foldable wood signs that don't resemble any sandwich I've ever eaten, are really important for finding this place. Well, that and a map on your phone. Use both FTW! If you're expecting to find a scrap metal yard or a heavy duty diesel repair shop, you're in the right place. Walking through the doors of Rosso is to step into an entirely different, coffee loving world. The warm smell of fresh roasted beans, a mix of rustic and modern design with brick walls, glass tables and those cool looking but uncomfortable backless chairs. To me, Rosso is the kind of place that is comfortable enough to enjoy your full cup of coffee, but you might not want to sit down with your laptop for too long. There's something about watching a roaster in action and Rosso's is out there in the open for you to see. It's interesting, calming, and you just can't take take your eyes off it - like a caffeine making Zamboni! The food I've had is delicious. I'd be happy to go out of my way to recommend their breakfast sandwich. It's a fun excuse to eat grainy mustard in the morning! Personal Review Milestone: #200!!! read more

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Wow this place really is as good as the review's say! I went here over the weekend with my girlfriend and I must say I am amazed. The coffee is hands down the best in Calgary, the staff are friendly, and the food was excellent too. For lunch I had a non-fat latte "kid's temp" - which came to me with a smiling face (will post picture later), a California turkey club panini (turkey, guacamole, tomato, cheese, mustard) and Thai chicken soup. It was delicious. The soup was perfectly spiced and really fresh, defiantly homemade. I am going to make this place my new hang out and spend a lot of time there! The atmosphere is very appealing too and I have made a list for you: 1) They use halogen track lighting, so the colors are enhanced and it feels warm and cozy. Ceiling is not too high but not too short. There are beams that are very relaxing to stare at. 2) The shape of the room is a square rectangle. This makes it warm and cozy and you feel as if you were home in your living room. Let me give you a quick example of what does not work: Phil & Sabastian's on 17th is one large long rectangle. The order counter is huge and tables line the long room. It makes it feel cold and people are always walking past you; ick. The square rectangle works. 3) The restaurant temperature is 74F (22C) not the typical cold Calgary 70F/20C. You feel warm and can stay all day and relax without freezing. No drafts either, door faces a non-windy direction. 4) Cool sights out the windows - next to a old factory type retrofitted building; views of a 10,000 volt sign with a cloths line next to it, cool old door thing, cool old building lights, and other views. Also there is some great artwork on the walls. Impressionistic stuff... I love it! 5) Chairs are soft, yet still firm and the tables are round glass ones - very cool looking and just the right size. There are also very comfy leather couches, plenty of plug-ins for laptops, and a good amount of tables but not too many that it feels too big. 6) Did I mention free Wi-Fi? 7) There is Splenda (What is with all these places in hating Splenda and only serving stevia. Let consumers have their choice!) 8) Good selections of free newspapers. 9) Decent scones and baked goods with a changing selection. 10) Good plates with funky shapes but not too weird; the soup and sandwich was served on a round cornered rectangle plate. It was just the right size and unique but not to the point where it draws too much attention or sacrifices functionality. It sounds stupid but this is very important. The cups for lattes are also very nice. Easy to hold, and come with these little spoons. Seriously sweet! 11) Independently owned and supports other local businesses 12) Nice bathrooms - clean and contemporary with change tables and stuff for mom's/dad's The list goes on and on; I love this place for every little detail. It is just plain perfect in every way and I plan to spend a lot of time and money there over the next few years. read more

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Overall they are excellent and I am a regular. They have great coffee, good food and a nice ambience. I wish they had large sized mugs like they used to. They switched to take out cups for their large and it is not as good. On occasion, the lattes or cappuccinos have not been hot enough and a few times the Thai soup has been too thick and old like it had sat too long. The service, food and ambience has been good overall. They have muffins and breakfasty things that are good. I will continue to frequent here. UPDATE: March 9th 2016. I have developed a dairy intolerance so i tried their soy milk latte and it was awesome!!! read more

The cinnamon bun was lacking in flavour. It tasted like a normal bun. The coffee is above average and they did let the dogs on the past tip and gave them water. The brownie is under average. read more

I brought my young son here for lunch. From the outside it looks very industrial and not too inviting, but it's small and homey once you enter. It is a little noisy due to the coffee roaster and other equipment, but that's part of the charm too. The staff was nice, and helpful if you're not too sure what you'd like. All of the food and drinks are Starbucks or more pricing range, so hang on to your wallet. You do, however, get what you pay for as all of it is top quality and has that just made feel and taste. They were nice to my son too, which sometimes isn't the case with the high end establishments, which was good too. I'd recommend this location for a high-end lunch and coffee from time to time. read more

Best coffee in the city. Best staff too. Only at Rosso is the drip coffee so delicious that sugar is totally not necessary. In addition to soy and lactaid milks, they are now stocking almond. read more

This will be short and sweet. These dudettes make a mean ass cup of joe. The chicks there are cool as shit, they have next level swag and did I mention their coffee is amazing? Look, I'm cranky on the best of days and shitty establishments really grind my gears. This place put a smile on my face on a snowy dull day. I would drive out of my way to come here now that I've fond this gem. Cudos! They have such a cool location as well. You have to check them out. Let's see if they have the guts to post this on the wall. read more

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On one of the walks I found in a book titled Calgary's best walks and stumbled on my first Rosso Coffee establishment. I know now that they have many locations. The americano was good and what I needed today. Quaint, nothing fancy and friendly people. Quiet no frills place with outdoor seating. They did not do a dark roast..... too bad. read more

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So, I have been here a couple of times now. The first time was great. Great coffee that they roast on site, which... yeah, if you've never had freshly roasted coffee, toss out the bag in your pantry and head on over. It makes Sbux taste like bong water. The ambiance is really mellow with cushy couches, local artwork on the walls, and friendly baristas. Friendly, absentminded baristas. I waltzed in bleary eyed and clearly exhausted, and proceeded to wait 20 minutes for an Americano on an early Saturday. If I hadn't gotten caught up in conversation with pals; Rosso would've been coronating the Queen of Surlyville, especially since everyone who ordered after me got their caffeine in a timely fashion. Luckily, when it arrived, it was cozy and worth waiting for. So, the one star isn't so much for the 20 minute wait, but the barista making me feel forgotten about. Bring a pound of their Kenya roast home, and forget all your worries. It's delicious taken black. Not a hint of bitterness, and slightly fruity. read more

"Oopsy - I made a poopsy!" Pardon me? Really? Just imagine... you're sitting in the quaint and cozy Caffe Rosso in Ramsay, just south of Inglewood and you smell something funny... not "funny, ha ha," but (sniff... sniff) "this milk smells... funny." That's when you realize your little one has used their diaper for the reason it was made for... oh, and you've forgotten your diaper bag (cause that happens - trust me, I did). Well, have no fear, Caffe Rosso is here to save your day, your lunch and a pending diaper rash! Not only does Caffe Rosso have a proper change table in the customer's spacious washroom, they also have diapers - three different bags of diapers... sizes 1, 2 & 3... and what's more - they're Huggies (not some generic no-name that are poor fitting and often results in some kind of unexpected rash). This is a pretty big deal - never in 3 & half years as a parent have I come across a coffee shop that had diapers in it. NEVER! Which means - IF you're that parent who brought your little ones on a coffee date and you've forgotten to restock the diaper bag with diapers or you've forgotten to bring the diaper bag altogether (and let's face it, it happens to everyone at least ...um ...ah ...at least once or twice) - the've got you covered! Okay, what about the rest of the Caffe? You know what, it's pretty cool too. A bit of an industrial feel to it. The first thing I noticed was a big, bright and spacious coffee shop. Room for everyone - staff & customers! Loads of space for customers - coffee tables, cocktail tables, lounge chairs and sofas. Patio seating with lots of south exposure... sun. Lots of sun. Free WIFI - however I didn't see any available power source and I looked pretty hard as my battery died after 40 minutes - I know, I need a new battery. The order counter is quite large - a lot of room for everyone (staff and customers a like) to order their favourite. Choices - coffee, tea, assorted juices, water, snacks, etc. The staff - very courteous. Actually, the best thing I noticed about the staff was their genuine willingness to serve you - you could tell they enjoyed what they were doing and they made me feel right at home. Washroom facilities... ya, we covered that. Nice big bathroom. A bit on the dark side. Black walls, vanity, toilet and flooring... and they have diapers! Did I mention they have diapers? Oh - and LOADS of free parking! How could Caffee Rosso move from 4 Stars to 5? - access to power. I'm not looking to hang out for half the day, I just don't have a very good battery and I don't like losing power. - the bathroom could be brighter... a bit dark in there. - the bathroom wasn't dirty but it could use a regular spot check and the small waste basket emptied... a few bits of rolled up paper towel on the floor. True, customers could actually put garbage in the... garbage... - my vanilla latte was average... I actually didn't taste any 'vanilla'. Weird. Bottom line, I'm a fan and I'll be back again... read more

Cafe Rosso is unassuming from the exterior. You'd never know a coffee house was here. Inside you will find a warm and inviting coffee joint perfect to meet friends, have a meeting or do some work at the coffice. Rosso roasts their own beans so occasionally you get to see the roaster in action. Lattes are always stellar. Their baked goods aren't quite as consistent but they seem to be making a few changes. Try the breakfast sandwich or the bagel bomb if you are peckish. read more

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I love this place!! The staff is always super friendly, and will often remember you instead of just calling out a name upon your order being ready. I would highly recommend any of the iced lattes... especially the winter seasonal iced eggnog latte. read more

Saturday I was at the Hawker's Market and got to try some of Caffe Rosso's coffee. Yum I was hooked. Sunday we were out and about in the glorious Calgary sunshine and decided to find these guys because we wanted coffee. Quite an interesting & unique neighbourhood. An eclectic mix of arts and almost too much industrial, but it works. The cafe has a ton of character both inside and out. Like a story being told over and over, but differently each time. Loved the mix of people inside. Old, young, hipster, grunge. Lots of peeps around for people watching but also quiet at the same time allowing us to sit down and have a conversation. Liked it. Staff uber friendly and helpful. A great little space. read more

Cafe Rosso is quite a gem. Great espresso and freshly baked tasty treats. Ramsey is lucky to have this spot - warm, comfortable interior, friendly employees. I can normally find something sarcastic to say about everything but Cafe Rosso is just all around good. Sans sarcasm. Check it out...but don't check it out too much, because I like feeling cooler than everyone else who hasn't heard of it yet. read more

A friend of mine wanted to get together before I head out of town this weekend and he suggested we meet up at Cafe Rosso. Having never been before, I didn't let the opportunity pass me by. Boy am I glad! Cafe Rosso is *AMAZING*. I don't even know where to start. I love the atmosphere, the staff is incredible and they serve a MEAN espresso/coffee. Plus it's almost sacrilegious to call this place a coffee house considering they go above and beyond! I'm talkin' muffins, scones and homemade bread served FRESH out of the oven, as well as soups, fresh paninis, wraps, yogurt cups, homemade granola bars, and the list goes on and on. Plus they offer unlimited and free WIFI for all their customers. Seriously - this place has got it all. If you're already a regular, I am joining your team. if you've never been, then isn't it time you experienced one of the 5 star business in our city?!?!? GET ON IT! read more

I have been coming to this place since the day they opened and have always enjoyed the people, the food and especially the coffee. However, over the last little while the prices have started going through the roof and I've had a few less than stellar interactions with the staff. Most are still great but they have a few that seen to be there only because they have to. Not helpful and one word answers. Not exactly customer service levels you would expect when paying premium prices for coffee. Sorry Rosso but not coming back any time soon. Too many other options now. I think you've lost your way. read more

The best coffee shop I've had a coffee at in Calgary. It is a nice quite place with style and delicious lattes. I've enjoyed it's atmosphere for almost two years now, and it will be always a nice place to return to. Good service, great coffee and, savory scones. read more

Nice example of one of those "off the beaten path" places you're just not aware of... Until you're aware of it! Tucked away in Ramsey in the dirt parking lot of the Ramsey exchange project this cafe is really cute. A limited menu of coffees, snacks, baked goods and wraps makes for a change of pace from the usual coffee hang outs. The casual and clean atmosphere with tall bar tables persuaded us to stay for a bit which wasn't the original plan. We enjoyed a latte, cappuccino and muffin (which was pretty delicious). The coffee was superb and reminds me that my usual Starbucks latte is never up to par with cafes that pay more attention to the details. One of the best lattes in years to be honest. Staff was awesome, friendly and casual, in a hip and "cool" way! Now that I have discovered this place I'll surely be back:) read more

I love Rosso, and have been a faithful customer since my first visit in 2010, every opportunity I can get. I am very excited that they have been opening up new locations, especially one in Inglewood that is now open late! The Ramsay location has always served me well. On my visit today during my lunch break, I discovered that they had discontinued their Tomato Jam Sandwich, which was a favourite of mine. While sad, the barista helped me choose an alternative, a yam sandwich. I have to admit, I was pleasantly surprised. I love the industrial look & feel of this location, and the friendliness of the staff. I will never pass up a Rosso Latte. Ever. read more

My first experience of good coffee in Calgary. After years of Starbucks, I didn't know what a latte was supposed to taste like. I can thank Caffe Rosso for getting me interested in espresso (my wife thanks you, too, for the hundreds of dollars of equipment I bought to feed my new habit). I once drove 40 minutes into the city -- during rush hour -- JUST to go to Caffe Rosso and get a latte. I didn't regret it one bit! Great atmosphere, awesome baristas, and of course, amazing coffee. The only thing I'm disappointed with are the short business hours (only open until 5), but it's probably justified based on where they are in the city. Also, if you're a fan of flavored lattes, they do not have syrups for their drinks here. read more

Eat the Thai Chicken Soup! (it really is, very, very, very good) Drink fantastic P&S roasted coffee. (well prepared, and served in stylish and inoffensive, simply stamped paper cups on days you've forgotten your thermos.) Enjoy the laid-back vibe, beautiful artwork, and chill staff. (or walk around the block and sit under The Device to Root Out Evil). Just be careful if you're ordering the Italian meat pannini sandwich, on two occasions I've sat at my office and had to pick slender rings of plastic sausage casing out of an otherwise delicious takeout sandwich. (though I've been back to order it since...it's that good). read more

I liked how this place was in the middle of no-where and probably very handy to people working in the SE industrial area. If hadn't been for the spot-specific coffee yelpy adventure, I would never had made the trip. I doubt I will ever go out of my way to return as it didn't knock my socks off, but if I were in the neighborhood, I would be fine to stop in for a cawfee and a bite. I had an americano with room for milk & a panini for lunch. The coffee was good; the panini was okay. I liked the atmosphere, although it was kinda strange to have only one row of couches & tables with a big empty area in the between the seating & the counter. Maybe this is useful on a weekend, as Wendy says it gets busy. I don't know. Otherwise, it was a laid back place to be, and I was glad to try it out. It definitely is a diamond in the rough as far as location goes, and other than this, I'm not sure I'm ranting or raving. Just a positive sounding, "Meh!" and a smile from me. read more

Great food, nice service, cool & comfortable atmosphere - what more could you ask for! Took my 6 year old cousin here to work on his homework (I'm all about bribery when it comes to getting homework done). We split a panini - which staff happily customized so my half could have no cheese while his oozed with it - and it was a hit. This picky eater told me it tasted like a cheeseburger, and a pizza, but better. Brilliant! I also enjoyed a chai latte, and we split a chocolate muffin - yum! Stayed for about 2 hours to bust out some math learning. Only problem might be that there are only about 10 tables. Not a super big issue when we were there on a Saturday afternoon, but I could see it filling up for sure. read more

Rosso is a neighbourhood gem. Though many people rave about their coffee - I am a tea drinker and like their selection of teas. Their sandwiches are good too. I'd love to see them expand their menu a bit in the future to include a few more items. Rosso staff are always friendly and polite. The atmosphere is cozy and warm, though good luck getting a seat at certain times of the day! A small challenge and one to be expected at a busy, popular spot. read more

Someone at work picked up some scones from Caffe Rosso to share one day...I've been hooked ever since. The coffee is delicious, complete with a delightful little heart in the foam. I love their paninis! And of course their pastries are delightful! It's a it of a busy place at lunch time. Sometimes it's hard to find a place to sit! The staff are always pleasant and helpful. Try a blueberry scone with an Americano Misto...yum! read more

Alright Rosso. Here comes my smack down. Interesting hood - reminds me of this old artist colony in Bejing. So, with that being said the building/architecture you can't really take credit for. The drinks are decent, with vegan options. Staff? Ok, I'm a hippy from Vancouver, let me preface my next anecdote with that....... The aloof hippies with dreads etc...that are too good for the customers, coffee and for general happiness, shouldn't work there. So when you're a goof, you could at least try to make my drink STELLAR so that I'll look past your failures and just give the place 4 stars for service, taste and locale/decor. You've failed the Rosso. Go to the box and feel shame. read more

Lattes excellent, Thai soup and cheese scone so good!! Nice little cafe!! Great service too!! read more

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I've been to the Caffe twice now. The decor is simple but cool and the art is unique. I enjoy sitting outside and even though it's not a scenic view, it's a warm place to sit when it's sunny and the chairs are comfortable. I find that indoors, the music is played a bit too loud and some of the chairs wouldn't be comfortable to sit on for long periods of time because a selection of them have no back rest. Also, the mocha is only average and never hot. read more

Had their hot coco. Very yummy. Great service. Great atmosphere. Love this place! Highly recommend it. Love the location as well. read more

Rosso Coffee Roasters - Mmm. Hot coco. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

Favourite coffee cafe in Calgary Always go to Rosso for my coffee definitely the top coffee cafe read more

Life is wonderful in Ramsay. Crossroads farmer's market, the Valta shop... the Lilydale chicken factory... After being transplanted here last year from the beltline I had a need to fill. A caffeine need that would have normally been sourced from Beano or Kawa needed to be found now without a 20 minute drive/bike ride across downtown. And there amidst the rambling brick Ramsay Exchange was Cafe Rosso. The best americano I have had. The best. We are extremely lucky to have such an amazing coffee house here in Ramsay. The prices are fantastic. The staff are authentically professional and courteous. When I am downtown and want a coffee, I make a point of going out of my way to give my business to the 2nd location. Thank you Cafe Rosso! read more

Just enjoying my second cup of coffee here today. Very cool, trendy but casual coffee and lunch destination with a community feeling. Food is good- veggie options are very tasty. Bought a bag a coffee beans that is roasted for Cafe Rosso by Phil and Sebastian. It's direct trade coffee-no middlemen, so the farmers get a very fair price, which hopefully protects their livelihood and the environment too. There is plenty of parking, and it's free. Great little place. read more

Today I sat down, at home, and savoured a Bodum load of Terroir Brazilian Daterra roasted "Southern Italians Espresso" made strong enough to use for axle grease. I you are a black coffee drinker, such as me, you will immediately notice after a little cooling that this coffee has a natural sweetness that lingers on your mid palette for almost an hour after drinking. It has fantastic body and flavour reminiscent of a rhum baba with dark chocolate syrup. In 2007 Coffee Review gave this particular product from GH 93 points out of 100. There is not much to say. I buy strictly beans and they carry the Terroir brand of George Howell from Acton, MA. Terroir is, simply put, among the finest coffee roasters on earth; the local Phil and Sebastian and Fratello Coffee Roasters are their equals. George Howell is the founder of the Cup of Excellence program where tens of thousands of different coffees are tasted from participating countries and and only about 2 or 3 percent make the list of excellence. If is quality you seek, this is a must stop vendor of coffee beans. read more

Caffe Rosso is a neighbourhood gem for Ramsay and worth making the drive for their outstanding coffee and fresh baked breads. They opened up a second location at the TELUS Convention Centre downtown that should be just as popular. Decor at the Ramsay District is pretty cool too with Italian furnishings and contemporary art. read more

This place is amazing... par none. There's no point writing an extensive review because everyone else says it all. But I highly recommend the Thai Chicken Soup! read more

Their sweet latte is my favourite. It's hard to compete with amazing espresso and Rossi definitely provides that!

Success! Love discovering new places! This is way out of the way for me, but I'm always on the look-out for quaint coffee joints! Love the industrial feel, and the minimalism. Free wi-fi, and delicious americano are a must, and Cafe Rosso delivered! read more

I signed up for a dual subscription to their home delivery service for a decaf and their single source roast for espresso. The first order came very promptly and arrived at my door the next day. The coffees were fresh and tasted recently roasted. The decaf was known to us, however the special "home" service roast was new. It was closer to a mild drip coffee, pulled a tasty americano but was too weak for latte's. It also didn't have a roast date or identify the bean and roast details. I've since received my second order and discovered that Rosso send the decaf and single source separately and charged an additional $10 per package for shipping. According to their website my order should have shipped for free when combined. Also, this batch did not have a roast date or identify the roast-bean of the single source. So in short, ok coffee (but I wouldn't drive an hour to get it), home delivery is risky as you don't know what you're getting, how fresh the roast or how much it will cost. read more