1886 Buffalo Cafe
Tuesday: 06:00 - 14:00
Wednesday: 06:00 - 14:00
Thursday: 06:00 - 14:00
Friday: 06:00 - 14:00
Saturday: 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday: 07:00 - 14:00
About 1886 Buffalo Cafe
The best breakfast in town!
1886 Buffalo Cafe Description
Not only is 1886 Buffalo Café a favorite spot in Calgary for people to go and enjoy an amazing, home-style breakfast, it also represents a unique piece of local history. The building is over 100 years old, and was the home of the Eau Claire and Bow River Lumber Company, which was founded by Peter A. Prince.
Peter A. Prince
1836-1925
Manager of Eau Claire and Bow River Lumber
Listed are a few accomplishments of Peter Anthony Prince
- Built Calgary’s First Skyscraper: The Robin hood Mills Site, of the present Gulf Square, 9th Avenue & 3rd Street.
- He built the first Water Wheel on the Bow River, which supplies Calgary with electricity through the Calgary Water Power Company.
- He invented and patented the Sherboom, an important piece of logging equipment.
- Peter A. Prince built one of the first architecturally designed brick homes in Calgary, 4th Avenue & 2nd Street (now in Heritage Park).
- He also built a public transport bridge across the Bow River (1887) near Mission.
- Peter Prince was the president of Calgary Iron Works and partner in the large Prince-Kerr Ranch near Brooks (still owned by his relatives).
- At the young age of 80 he bought and learned to drive a Red Rambler, the first gas powered car in Calgary.
- And, as we all know, Prince’s Island is named after Peter A. Prince.
Reviews
Yummy...met Deb with my friend Kelly...she was fantastic!
Very good breakfast! Interesting historical building.
The best breakfast in DT Calgary and the most attentive staff there could be.
Quaint. Great food. Super friendly. Highly recommend!
My favourite breakfast restaurant, no my favourite restaurant!
My favorite brunch place in Calgary. Service is always perfect. Lovely people.
My favorite breakfast joint in the city....and I've tried A LOT of places. ..
If we use the Michlin Guide 1886 Cafe would rate 3 stars. Well worth a special trip to enjoy a fantastic breakfast! Never miss when we return to Calgary. Yesterday was a good as ever!
Great memories, hidden gem
Great little spot, great decor, excellent food, fresh fruit , even better service . We happened upon this little gem while walking around Downton Calgary . Very accommodating to GF sensitivity. Would definitely recommend it .
Excellent food and service! Highly recommend!
Everyone has those stories of an excellent "hole in the wall" restaurant. This one is mine. Go downstairs for the old photos on display, even if you don't need the washroom.
Best breakfast I have ever had!
30 years ago used to come to this place for Sunday brunch, there was no mall, no hotels, just open field. Still the same great location get the cheese potatoes.
Little slow on taking our order but the food was good .
Awesome
Yummy...met Deb with my friend Kelly...she was fantastic!
Very good breakfast! Interesting historical building.
The best breakfast in DT Calgary and the most attentive staff there could be.
Quaint. Great food. Super friendly. Highly recommend!
My favourite breakfast restaurant, no my favourite restaurant!
My favorite brunch place in Calgary. Service is always perfect. Lovely people.
My favorite breakfast joint in the city....and I've tried A LOT of places. ..
If we use the Michlin Guide 1886 Cafe would rate 3 stars. Well worth a special trip to enjoy a fantastic breakfast! Never miss when we return to Calgary. Yesterday was a good as ever!
Great memories, hidden gem
Great little spot, great decor, excellent food, fresh fruit , even better service . We happened upon this little gem while walking around Downton Calgary . Very accommodating to GF sensitivity. Would definitely recommend it .
Excellent food and service! Highly recommend!
Everyone has those stories of an excellent "hole in the wall" restaurant. This one is mine. Go downstairs for the old photos on display, even if you don't need the washroom.
Best breakfast I have ever had!
30 years ago used to come to this place for Sunday brunch, there was no mall, no hotels, just open field. Still the same great location get the cheese potatoes.
Little slow on taking our order but the food was good .
Awesome
More about 1886 Buffalo Cafe
Tuesday: 06:00 - 14:00
Wednesday: 06:00 - 14:00
Thursday: 06:00 - 14:00
Friday: 06:00 - 14:00
Saturday: 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday: 07:00 - 14:00