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The Sweatered Hen, Calgary, AB

The Sweatered Hen

4.6
4.6
67 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Breakfast

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
We are grateful to have become such a popular spot, thanks to all of your support we find our capacity limited on weekends. In order to make space for as many of our wonderful guests as possible we have the following guidelines:
*Weekend reservations please call us at (587) 387-7272 to book. Online reservations are available for weekdays. Please note we do not take reservations within 2 hours of when you are looking to arrive,
For parties of 4+ we ask you please adhere to the 90min cap from the time of your reservation.*

The Sweatered Hen is a cozy brunch spot, with a focus on warm comforting breakfast/lunch dishes complete with espresso and cocktails. Brought into this world in April of 2024, by Culinary genius Chef Andrea Harling who has pulled all her family secrets to bring you an unforgettable brunch experience. Whether you're in the mood for a quick pastry, classic brunch dishes, or if you're looking for something new we have you covered.
Try the Shakshuka, thank me later.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Breakfast, Comfort Food, Cafe Dining
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Sun 08:00–16:00 Thu–Sat 08:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (587) 387-7272
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • The Sweatered Hen at Night

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at The Sweatered Hen from 4pm to 8pm for a special curated dinner menu. Featuring salads, appetizers, pasta and pizzas, along with a great wine list and fun cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, we promise there is something for everyone. Date night, family dinner or a work meeting, come savour the flavours and create lasting memories with us tonight!

Offers

  • Happy Hour (2pm to 4pm)

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - 08:00 - 15:30,Wed - Fri - 08:00 - 15:30
    When you're wanting a happy hour but aren't quite in the mood for dinner yet, The Sweatered Hen is the perfect spot. Join us every day from 2pm to 4pm for half price glasses of wine, and other rotating happy hour features. Whether you're unwinding after work or starting your evening out, our vibrant atmosphere and friendly staff are here to make your Happy Hour unforgettable. Don’t miss out—cheers to good times!

What 67 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Great for brunch

  • Calgary

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Sweatered Hen is a charming breakfast and brunch spot "with amazing food and great service." Known for its elevated traditional menu by chef Andrea Harling, it offers a cozy atmosphere and "wonderful staff." Despite occasional noise and service delays, its "delicious meals" and "reasonable pricing" make it highly recommended by many.

67 Reviews
  1. Celeina

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time I come here it’s a great experience. The staff are attentive and friendly. Food is always incredible.
    The Sweatered HenResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Celeina, Thank you for the lovely review! We really appreciate it and can't wait to see you again. Love, The Sweatered Hen

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  2. JaneM

    Edmonton

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We really enjoyed our breakfast. Cheese biscuits were amazing. Server was very pleasant as well.
    The Sweatered HenResponded on 18 November 2024
    Hi Jane, Thank you for the great review! We really appreciate it and hope to see you again. Love, The Sweatered Hen

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  3. Joyce

    Calgary

    58 reviews

    3.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    My third visit today wasn’t quite on par with visits 1&2, partly because they were busy. New server had to check with someone on every question. You do not get a choice of bread with your entree, like many other cafés offer. Sourdough is one of the breads offered but only with specific entrees or as a side order. They will not make substitutions. It’s good sourdough from Begonia Bakehouse, but a side order of plain sourdough here costs $8.50 - more than a full specialty loaf at Begonia.
    The Sweatered HenResponded on 12 November 2024
    Hi Joyce, Thank you for your review, we appreciate it. We're sorry to hear that this visit fell short in expectations, compared to previous visits. We hope to see you again despite this, and give a better service experience. Thank you, The Sweatered Hen

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  4. Joyce

    Calgary

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is my second visit this month. A great place for breakfast and lunch. Fresh, sustainable products, sourced from local farms and merchants. Many specialty items are crafted in house (sauces, pastries, etc.) and they partner with Begonia Bakehouse and others for sourdough and other breads. Their in-house cinnamon roll is unique and delicious. And I'm a sucker for bacon - theirs is terrific. Our server, Erica, was friendly and efficient, very knowledgable about the restaurant and the menu. The coffee was always hot and fresh brewed, even my decaf drip. They have nice decor, along with intentionally mis-matched cute vintage dishes. Washrooms were modern and clean. In fact, they had a recent renovation, converting their delivery and pick up business, V-Burger into a roomy, airy and light dining space for the Sweatered Hen. Zero complaints. Highly recommend!
    The Sweatered HenResponded on 11 November 2024
    Hi Joyce, Thank you for the lovely review! We are so happy you enjoyed your dining experience with us so much and can't wait to serve you again! Love, The Sweatered Hen

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s still the best brunch spot in town, but now that I’ve had dinner there, holy cow. The menu isn’t big but it’s fantastic. The cacio e pepe was the best I’ve had. Just go. Thursday to Saturday. Not open late but who cares?
    The Sweatered HenResponded on 4 November 2024
    Hi, Thank you for the great review! We really appreciate it and hope to see you again for dinner! Love, The Sweatered Hen

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  6. Heather

    Calgary

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So good! Thank you for taking care of my Dad and I!
    The Sweatered HenResponded on 4 November 2024
    Hi Heather, Thank you for the great review! We really appreciate it and hope to see you again. Love, The Sweatered Hen

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  7. Richard

    Calgary

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an excellent dining at this wonderful location.
    The Sweatered HenResponded on 4 November 2024
    Hi Richard, Thank you for the great review! We really appreciate it. Love, The Sweatered Hen

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  8. Jennifer

    Calgary

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    It was not busy (seven people including ourselves of two), at all and it took forever to get our food and the waitress didn’t even come around to see if we wanted our coffee refilled until we were done our meal. The fried sourdough on the avocado toast was tough to cut, it would have been better to just toast the sourdough and the fried English muffin was tough too to cut. The taste for both was good though. I did however take one of my eggs Benedict home and asked for extra hollandaise sauce which I was fine to pay for, when I went to use it the next day, they gave me half and inch in a small container for $2.00. I don’t mind paying extra for certain add on’s but I was disgusted with the amount given and the price I paid for the wee bit. And don’t tell me that the cost has gone up that much for a coin size container and the sauce that $2.00 should be charged. I will give the place one more try and if it’s the same I won’t be going back.
    The Sweatered HenResponded on 4 November 2024
    Hi Jennifer, Thank you for your honest review, we appreciate it. We will improve our portion sizing for to-go hollandaise and have better quality control when toasting our bread products. We hope to see you again despite this, and that you have a much better experience. Thank you, The Sweatered Hen

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  9. Janice

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were superb…best Eggs Benedict I have had….Hollandaise was prepared perfectly….my husband’s Poutine was delicious and unique and I will probably order it next time…..good coffee…..only issue was noise level, but it was Saturday brunch and a full house…..this won’t deter me from enjoying another meal at this restaurant

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  10. Richard

    Calgary

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on 17 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My granddaughters and I had an excellent meal, superb service, and extremely reasonable pricing. We love that establishment.
    The Sweatered HenResponded on 21 October 2024
    Hi Richard, Thank you for the lovely review! We really appreciate it and look forward to see you again. Love, The Sweatered Hen

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The Sweatered Hen is rated 4.6 stars by 67 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Sweatered Hen

819 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 0A1

Additional information

  • Area
    Calgary
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Sun 08:00–16:00 Thu–Sat 08:00–20:00
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Breakfast, Comfort Food, Cafe Dining
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access
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