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Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters
Category: Food Coffee & Tea Coffee & Tea [Edit]
Chinook Centre1149, 6455 MacLeod Trl S
Calgary, AB T2H 2W1
(403) 255-4900
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 7 am - 9 pm
Sat 7:30 am - 9 pm
Sun 9:30 am - 6 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Garage, Private Lot
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
26 reviews for Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters
Review Highlights
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"...very good, although not as good as the Marda Loop location." In 3 reviews -
"Seriously, go get a latte and come back and thank me." In 7 reviews -
"Have you seen the new expansion." In 3 reviews
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26 reviews in English
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Review from Jonathan J.
Edmonton, AB
3/26/2012
Going to the mall one expects to see your run-of-the-mill Starbucks and other underwhelming food/drink. So finding a local/fun/neat cafe in Chinook was a great surprise.
They roast and pull some fine coffees, and the guy who was helping me choose a bag of beans to take home was really knowledgable about the roasts and the flavour profiles. Not that I understood everything, but he seemed really into the coffee which got me really jazzed.
First time I heard the named-after-those-cool-calgarian-dudes name of the cafe I thought: Disney. I think it's 'cause in my brain it goes: "Phil & Sebastian" to "Belle & Sebastian" to "Beauty & the Beast"...anyways I digress. Also, the ampersand logo is pretty hipster-tastic.Listed in: YYC Coffee
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Review from Dan D.
2/16/2012
Ever since the days of the Farmer's Market, I have always been a fan of Phil & Sebastian.
The coffee is good! Not the best, but fairly high on the list.
The food is EXCELLENT! I often think about the grilled cheese sandwich. AND the smoked ketchup that comes along with it. I have long been of the opinion that no one can do ketchup better than Heinz, so why even bother ... but P&S actually makes one that comes CLOSE to being on par. Definite points for originality and flavour.
The downside of Phil & Sebastian's is the vibe.
I don't think it's the fault of the staff ... I think it is just something about the whole place!
You can't help feel like you are being a little bit excluded from the "cool club" when hanging around this establishment.
You can feel the panic, like a dirty stain on a bright white shirt, that somehow they are going to find out that you've been to a Starbucks before! You don't know how, but you feel that they are secretly probing you to see if you match-up to the status quo of hipster coffee credentials!
Ultimately this discomfort results, personally, in not really wanting to hang around. So everything about the place is great! ... only I don't often feel comfortable enough to want to drop by.Listed in: Coffee, Coffee and ... COFFEE!
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Review from Fouzi H.
I've never seen an artisan coffee shop inside a mall -- brilliant!
I'm from the San Francisco Bay Area so I'm spoiled by having ridiculously incredible coffee like Blue Bottle, Ritual, Barefoot etc so when I visit the in-laws here in Calgary I'm always on the hunt for good coffee.
Phil & Sebastian so far is the best coffee I've found in Calgary. These guys clearly are from the artisan coffee ilk and uphold that tradition with excellence. My first experience with P&S was at the Calgary Farmer's Market and from that point it was clear that these guys knew what they were doing.
Let's do the technical details run down:
- Locally roasted coffee beans:
Check. They have their own roaster in Calgary
- Baristas with proper training on pulling espresso
Check. They are pulling excellent espresso from bottomless portafilters
- Microfoam quality and Latte Art:
Check. Excellent microfoam and spot on latte art. See the photo of the cap I uploaded for proof! -
Review from Karen K.
Calgary, AB
5/11/2012
I love coffee, I love the taste, the smell, the jitters it gives me after one too many, the headache caused by one too few. It is my favorite hot beverage. And that's saying a lot when there is such thing as hot chocolate. I will admit that I'm usually pretty put off by most chain style shops where their joe tends to taste more like battery acid or water dressed in brown. P & S breaks that conception. Their coffee is rich and complex, their selection reads like a sommelier's wine list, which is as it should be. Selling coffee by "light" "medium" and "dark" is like categorizing wine using only white or red. And it may just be my imagination, but I'm pretty sure it wasn't just coffee they put in my cup, because I tasted the love too.
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Review from Danelle W.
Calgary, AB
11/3/2011 5 Check-ins Here
I've fallen head-over-heels in love with Phil&Seb coffee. I did a 10-day sugar fast earlier this year and discovered that all coffee is not created equal. And P&S is absolutely perfect the way it is.
This location is always very fast & efficient. The people who work here are friendly and informative. I never have a problem getting a table if I'm planning on staying a little while.
My only complain is that it's at Chinook Centre - and I hate the mall. Hence why 4 stars. :/
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Review from Justin B.
12/23/2011 2 Check-ins Here
I love coffee, but what I really love is good coffee, and you will certainly find good coffee at Phil & Sebastian's. Good coffee comes from confidence, and these guys have it, you know how I know? They don't try to give you 33oz of it to try and mask the fact that their coffee sucks.
What else can I say? If you are at Chinook, drink Phil & Sebastian's coffee, it's worth it! -
Review from Kenny M.
11/13/2011 9 Check-ins Here
Boho central! They got beans and bean bags!
Great, great coffee here! One of the top 5 in the city I would say. I remember when they opened the very first shop at the former currie barracks farmers market. It was an instant hit! Everyone from fireman to hipsters and loads of moms and pregnant ladies lined up for a sip. Back then a couple of times i remember waiting at least 17 minutes before i made it through the line to take my order and you know what? it was worth the wait! but funny enough with their expansion (especially this chinook location) they haven't improved the timing(per capita) in fact i would say it has gotten worse.
Coming here at least 7 times in the last year i seem to relive the following experience... Hit the line, only 2 people in front of me, THEN i place my order. I watch the barista closely and anticipate my great tasting and pretty looking latte. I watch the baristas and they are literally doing nothing, just talking... I wait, and wait and finally they stop and start making my drink and like 7 minutes later i finally get it... This has happened 3 times so far and although I am normally quite patient, it kind of pisses me off!
so 4 stars it is, could have been a five. I suppose since youre not cooperate and you use higher quality beans you have an excuse to take 3 minutes extra....
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Review from Thomas M.
1/25/2012
Wow, what can I say... This is seriously the best coffee I've EVER had, and I've travelled the MFing world. These guys have done for coffee what the craft microbrew crowd did for beer... I can't say enough good things about P&S!
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Review from David O.
Edmonton, AB
2/6/2012 1 Check-in Here
Wow. File this experience under you don't know what you don't know until you find it. For coffee lovers, Phil & Sebastian's is pure caffeinated joy matching if not exceeding the quality of Peet's coffee in Seattle. With three locations in Calgary, this little known gem to the public at large is one destination to try if you appreciate a great cup of java..
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Review from Wendy P.
Once upon a time there was a building without a great coffee shop. This building was known to all in the land of Calgary as Chinook Centre. But thankfully, the knights Phil & Sebastian came to the aid of the people of Calgary and opened their magical bean place in the new wing of this mall.
A mall is the last place I ever expected to find good coffee. So imagine my delight when I happened upon Phil & Sebastian's. The same considerate and concise care goes into your cup here as it does in their other locations.
This is the kind of coffee you keep cream and sugar out of. It's too delicious for that. I had a cup from the beans brought in from the Ibrahim Property. As always, I enjoyed every last drop.
Try out their Quinoa salad too if you're looking for a snack. -
Review from Emma G.
I died a little inside when I found out that there was Phil & Sebastian at Chinook. I don't have to wait until the weekend for amazing coffee?! HALLELUJAH!
I have tried a few of their drinks but I always come back to the latte. It's smoky and tastes a bit like a burnt marshmallow - it's heavenly and I've never had anything close to it. Absolutely delicious.
I didn't find the staff pretentious at all, and I have a low tolerance for pretentious. The two guys working there were friendly and the guy at the till took the time to answer all of our questions.
The store itself is really cute and feels like a "real" coffee shop, not a mall coffee shop. The coffee ins't cheap, but is on par with Starbucks prices (I think?), and is 1000x better.
Seriously, go get a latte and come back and thank me. So so so good.Listed in: Calgary Five Stars, Hot Bevvies
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Review from Sarah Louise F.
Calgary, AB
10/12/2011
While I really enjoyed Phil&Sebastian's old location in the farmers market, it seems as though they have made this little nook in Chinook Mall their own.
I have to say, I am more of a tea person myself, and almost feel intimidated into liking Phil&Sebastians by coffee people so not to be ridiculed. I have had their drip coffee before and enjoyed it. I have also tried one of their infamous lattes, and they use my favourite kind of soymilk, the texture of the soy lending itself well to latte art.
Not too long ago, I stopped in with a friend, and she purchased me a cup of tea. I was happy to see that they were using an actual steeping device with loose leaf, like many other specialty tea shops use for tea to go. I personally am not a fan of these devices as they are plastic, and often carelessly cleaned at establishments I've seen in the past. However, my tea came out tasting okay, and it was worth waiting a couple minutes as opposed to being served bagged tea.
I would rather be sipping on said tea while shopping for potatoes and brussel sprouts at the aforementioed old farmer's market than Chinook Mall, but I guess I can consider this a place to hide and read if I am ever dragged to Chinook. It's quieter. Perhaps the Starbucks yuppies haven't caught on yet. -
Review from Kait K.
Calgary, AB
Now that the new Chinook expansion is over, I had to check out the new Phil & Sebastien cafe. At the Farmers Market location, they had given us a 2 for 1 coffee card to try out this new space which was great and we ordered two Soy Lattes. There was a huge lineup of people but the baristas worked quickly and efficiently and we had our coffees in no time.
I think it is so great for a local company to be in Chinook along with all of these great new international retailers they have brought in. It really shows how Calgarian business owners can achieve success if they put their mind to it. Congrats to the owners. After we got our coffees we went and visited the new Urban Outfitters. Hipster, much? Haha!Listed in: Coffee Addiction
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Review from Connor T.
Calgary, AB
1/27/2011 1 Check-in Here
Some things just shouldn't go together. For example, Dinosaurs & Rollerskates or Cats & Lazers.
And until recently I would have put the third-wave coffee movement and your atypical super mall. That was until I went to the newest Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters buried deep within Chinook Centre.
This new P&S location is the same great coffee you expect from their previous two locations (in Marda Loop & The Farmers Market), but with an interesting twist. Well it's not really a twist, but rather a different philosophy which makes this coffee shop such a hidden gem.
Most shopping centre coffee shops are designed to churn out a steady stream of customers. You know get you on your way as navigate the treacherous halls. But, P&S is the opposite. It's main focus is the coffee and the coffee experience. A brewed cup takes about 3 minutes to brew and after a busy afternoon of shopping, the mandatory break is a welcomed relief from the constant stress of shopping.
This is a really treat and if you're already a fan of the other shops, you're going to love this. I know it's a mandatory stop for me whenever I visit Chinook now. -
Review from Kaeleigh E.
Calgary, AB
12/8/2010
I love the Calgary Farmer's Market, and one of the things I most look forward to at the Market is Phil & Sebastian coffee. Lattes, specialty drinks, regular black coffee, I love it all. When I was shopping last night I thought I had spotted an oasis in the desert. I couldn't believe my eyes. So my friend got a latte and I got one of their fresh french pressed coffee. That's right folks no drip coffee sitting in a carafe keeping warm, the FRESH brew each cup of coffee. It was flavourful and delicious.
The staff was extremely friendly, which is a nice feeling when coming into a coffee shop. We sat in the shop for a bit, it's very cute. The lighting is nice and it didn't feel like we were in a mall at all.
I've also had their iced beverages as well, also extremely good. Who would go to Starbucks or Second Cup when this place is an option?? -
Review from Geoff B.
Strathmore, AB
12/8/2010 3 Check-ins Here
I've been to this Phil and Sebastian's four or five times now, and have seen the same three things every time:
(1) The staff come across as pretentious, as if I'm lucky to be there.
(2) The place is BUSY!
(3) Some unknowing person is dumping sugar in their iced coffee/latte because they thought what they ordered was going to taste like a Starbucks extra-sweet frappuccino.
The lattes here are always very good, although not as good as the Marda Loop location. Even still, it's nice to have a good cafe in a mall for once. One thing CrossIron Mills mall is missing is good coffee (the Second Cup, Timothy's, and Cafe Supreme are all barely passable, and the Starbucks in Indigo is easily the worst in the city).
If you decide to visit Phil & Sebastian's, you will get a great beverage. However, don't expect to get what you would get at Starbucks (that's a good thing)--P&S doesn't do syrups, frappuccinos, or white chocolate mochas with 900 calories of whipped cream on top.
In terms of espresso beans, P&S is one of the best in the city. They offer beans that are traceable and fair trade, which is always nice to see. It seems they have beans from a new farm every week! This is great if you're looking for variety while also getting a consistently well-roasted bean.
If you're looking to buy an espresso machine or coffee equipment, don't go here. There's a great place called the Internet that's a lot cheaper. I bought a Rancilio Silvia for $60 less than what Phil and Sebastian is charging--and the one they're selling is an older model. Speaking of machines: the La Marzoccos they use here are SWEET!
If the staff would stop trying to be so cool, they'd be a lot more cool--and I would give five stars. -
Review from Kate M.
Calgary, AB
I have said it before and I'll tell anyone who listens... again.
Phil & Sebastian makes the best cup of coffee in Calgary!
Feel free to check out my review of their other location on 33rd Avenue SW (Marda Loop) for further details...
The original location at the Calgary Farmers Market remains my favourite - it was so inconspicuously delicious.
This location is also awesome - next to Sears on the North Side of the new expansion at Chinook Mall.
Have you seen the new expansion? It is rather fabulous. Armani, Michael Kors, Kiehl's, Judith & Charles to name a few. P&S fits in perfectly with high-end latte art and five-star clover coffee.
* Free Parking, and easy access for commuters
* Lots of Seats, a very comfortable cafe experience
* Free WiFi, the password is usually an 8 syllable coffee name, just ask :)
* Groovy Staff
* Don't get me started on the coffee... IT'S THE BEST! IN CALGARY!
Craving Couture? Hit Chinook Mall.
Craving Coffee? Stop by P&S.
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Review from Gabe A.
What Chinook Center was missing was a great coffee place focused on the coffee. Second Cup, Starbucks - all about bottom dollar! P&S is all about the coffee, and when you are used to waiting about 12 seconds for your drink from Starbucks, it is refreshing to wait 3 or 4 minutes for your drink here. My favorite is the latte, probably the best I've had in the city. The inside of the place is also great: they have a large glass wall that lets in tons of light - very nice when you get a cup and spend your break reading, listening to the music (which is most often D'Angelo's "Voodoo", so many bonus points from me). The staff are friendly and personable, and if you work in the mall, you even get a discount!
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Review from graham s.
Calgary, AB
7/22/2011
My favorite Espresso in the city. I've been following these guys since the farmers market days and was elated when they started roasting their own beans! If you've graduated from Char-bucks and want good coffee, Phil & Sebastian are for you
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Review from Arc P.
5/26/2011 1 Check-in Here
There isn't really much I can add to this review that hasn't been mentioned already by the Yelp fellowship. Great atmosphere with lots of natural light at the tables, attractive crowd (including Baristas) and the best mocha I have ever had. Never have I come to a mall seeking only coffee, now I will!
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Review from spaniel l.
Calgary, AB
2/13/2011 1 Check-in Here
I go here for the freshly pressed coffee. Fun to try different beans and watch the barista prepare you cup of heaven.
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Review from joon o.
Calgary, AB
6/6/2011 18 Check-ins Here
They've made me a coffee snob. So good are their macchiatos and with such care are they prepared, that every other shop I've been to in the city pales in comparison.
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Review from Court S.
Airdrie, AB
4/10/2011 1 Check-in Here
Slow, however perfection takes time.
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Review from B K.
Calgary, AB
9/20/2011
I once lived close to the Curry Barricks location, and frequented there often because it was one of the few places in calgary who had taken coffee to the next level. over the last few years, they have elevated the coffee scene in calgary. i now live in suburbia, and was very excited when the chinook mall location opened up (although it's still not close enough to me). Phil and Sebastian know me by name, as I go often to get their lattes. It may be slower to get coffee here, but totally worth the extra few minutes. Great staff and always consistent.
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Review from Neil V.
Calgary, AB
10/19/2010
bar none the best coffee I have had in calgary is at any phil and sebastians. I love their dedication to honest business with fair trade coffee growers and distributors etc... Every one in my office loves them too...
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Review from C I.
Calgary, AB
12/5/2010
I am so happy there is a place like Phil & Sebastian at the Chinook mall now. What a great place to escape. Once you're inside it doesn't feel like you're at the mall at all. The coffee is lovely. I tried the grilled cheese and wasn't too impressed. It was good but not as good as it seemed like it should have been judging by the quality of everything else inside.
