The Penny Coffee House - Lethbridge

Never been disappointed with any of their baked goods. Coffee and breakfast burritos are also excellent!

I have been to this cafe twice. Very rustic looking from inside. Love the world map on the ceiling. The staff is very friendly and the food is great. I had a sandwich the first time turkey, carrots and cranberries is all I remember. Really good. If you are feeling hip today, this the place to be. I would stop in again the next time in Lethbridge.

After my friend and I had spent over 50$ on breakfast and drinks while we studied at one of our usual study spots, we were ordered by the barista to move to either the bar (where you stand wait for your stuff) or a smaller table (clearly not big enough for two laptops). I ended up putting my drink in a to-go cup and we packed up for a more welcoming space. I understand needing turn over, or politely asking us if we would mind moving, but to tell a paying customer we had to move when there wasn't even a party of 2 waiting or needing a table was uncalled for.

The Penny Coffee House is a hidden gem in downtown Lethbridge. Okay... it's hidden for those of us who live elsewhere! The locals seemed well aware of it. It kept coming up in every search I did for sandwich shops in Lethbridge so I just HAD to try it. On first glance, Penny Coffee seems like a typical soup and sandwich joint. However, I was super impressed by the number of vegetarian options they had on their menu as well as their commitment to locally sourcing their food. I went for a vegan version of the falafel wrap. Since I was going sans tzatziki, they offered me a number of other dairy-free options. The wrap was excellent! Also with falafel, the wrap was stuffed with creamy hummus and fresh veggies. Definitely filled my craving for a fresh lunch. I wasn't super impressed by the coffee but the desserts are another story. After the wrap, I treated myself to a vegan danish and it was totally drool-worthy; nice and flaky, and topped with custard and mandarin oranges. Yummy!!

I've known about this coffee house for a few years but since I don't drink coffee I never thought twice about it. Then I went in a few days ago and found out they serve more than just coffee. The food that I had was made in house, the bread they use for sandwiches are all in house made so when you walk in the smell make's your mouth water, which makes for a delicious choice of snacks to go along with your coffe , tea or any beverage you enjoy. Atmosphere of the place is very cozy and staff very friendly and helpful, I've now been back 2 days in a row and have tried a couple different snacks and beverages and have not been disappointed. Give this place a try and warm up this winter.