A beloved Jasper breakfast spot is opening its first Calgary location next month, bringing its signature handcrafted waffles and mountain hospitality to the city's Design District. Wafflato Café & Lounge will take over the former Donna Mac space at 10th Avenue and 9th Street SW on November 9th, marking the brand's first expansion beyond its hometown roots with an all-day menu that extends into evening hours for the first time.

The café became a local institution in Jasper for its creative waffle toppings and cozy atmosphere, but it also became something more after last year's devastating wildfire. While the town rebuilt, Wafflato kept serving its community, turning into what founders Pravila and Suhas Sawant call a symbol of resilience and connection. "Our Jasper café became known for serving up good food and good energy—and after the challenges our hometown faced, it's been meaningful to grow into a new space that reflects both where we've come from and where we're headed," they said.

The Calgary location expands on the original breakfast concept with an all-day menu running from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., featuring waffles, brunch classics, and new savoury dinner options. The café has partnered with Fratello Coffee Roasters for its coffee program and will offer beer, wine, and cocktails—a first for the brand. The grand opening will celebrate the first 50 guests through the door with free signature waffles, bringing a taste of the mountains to Calgary's creative core.