Maven
1006 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 0A5, Canada
Phone: (403) 457-7898
Website: http://www.mavenbrunch.ca/
Maven in Calgary is a 4.5-star restaurant with 1,085 Google reviews, known for Fry Bread with Cream and Mexican-style Birria de Res Eggs Benedict.
Why we love it
- Brunch with Asian and Mexican influences
- Cozy atmosphere, diverse menu, open kitchen
- Fast-paced service with attentive staff
- Brunch with Asian and Mexican influences
- Located nearby
- Cozy atmosphere, diverse menu, open kitchen
- Fast-paced service with attentive staff
What to Order
Fry Bread with Cream
This sweet starter features fry bread served with cream, fruit, and jam, offering a delightful balance of textures and flavors.
"Get try fry bread and cream, always."
Sydney Rainbow
Mexican-style Birria de Res Eggs Benedict
A unique take on eggs Benedict, this dish incorporates flavorful birria de res, often served with garlic fried rice for a hearty and satisfying meal.
"We ordered the Maven Breakfast with brisket and the Mexican-style Birria de Res eggs Benedict with garlic fried rice—everything was fantastic. We were so stuffed by the end!"
Claudia Enriquez
Maple Smoked Bacon Egg Benny
A classic eggs Benedict elevated with the rich, smoky flavor of maple smoked bacon.
"Maple smoked bacon egg Benny was soooo goooood, a definite must get."
Betty Wong
Candied Bacon
Thick-cut bacon prepared with a sweet glaze, offering a perfect balance of crispy and tender textures.
"The thick cut Candied Bacon was perfect; crispy outside, tender inside with flavour!"
Kelly Gingras
Niçoise Salad
A fresh and flavorful salad featuring moist, flaky salmon and a variety of interesting ingredients like pickled beets, beans, dates, and capers.
"We both loved the Niçoise salad. It was truly the best version of this salad I’ve ever had. The salmon was moist, flaky and full of amazing flavour."
Veronica Blanchard
Butternut Squash Benny
A vegetarian-friendly eggs Benedict option featuring butternut squash, described as super filling.
"I got the butternut squash benny and it was super filling."
Juana Castaneda
Inside Scoop
- Make a reservation or join the waitlist, especially on weekends, as it gets very busy.
- Arrive earlier in the morning (before 11:00 AM on weekends) to avoid longer waits.
- Be prepared for a fast-paced dining experience focused on table turnover, which may feel rushed to some.
- The restaurant has a policy of seating parties only when everyone has arrived.
- They are very accommodating for dietary restrictions, including celiac disease.





