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About BRU Coffee + Beer House
BRU Coffee + Beer House was a beloved cafe venue in downtown Edmonton, known for its relaxed atmosphere and occasional live music. Today, the space at 11965 Jasper Ave NW is home to Birch & Bear Pizza, but the site’s history as a local music spot remains a point of interest for visitors and locals alike. This page provides a complete overview of the venue’s location, parking and transit access, and nearby hotel and restaurant options to help you plan a seamless visit to the Ice District area.
Note: The original BRU venue closed in 2018. For travelers and music enthusiasts, the surrounding downtown area offers ample places to stay, dine, and enjoy live entertainment at adjacent venues and establishments in Edmonton’s vibrant Ice District and Jasper Avenue corridor.
Parking is available along Jasper Ave and nearby side streets. The venue sits in downtown Edmonton’s Jasper Ave / Ice District area, offering convenient access via city transit. If you’re planning an overnight stay, consider nearby hotels like JW Marriott Edmonton Ice District and the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald for comfortable comfort and easy access to area attractions. After your outing, you can explore nearby restaurants and cafés—whether you’re grabbing a bite at Birch & Bear Pizza (the space now occupied at 11965 Jasper Ave) or trying other downtown dining options. We’ve highlighted partner hotel and restaurant recommendations to help you secure your arrangements with ease.
Important note: For people researching BRU’s live music history, this page preserves the venue’s legacy while providing current, practical details for visitors. Always verify current venue status and hours before you go, as spaces and offerings can change over time.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 11965 Jasper Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5K 0P1.
- Venue type: café with beer offerings; historically hosted live music events.
- Status: closed in 2018; space now occupied by Birch & Bear Pizza (same address).
- Parking: parking available on Jasper Ave and nearby side streets (as noted by contemporaneous reports).
- Transit: located in downtown Edmonton's Jasper Ave / Ice District area, accessible by city transit.
- Nearby hotels for visitors: JW Marriott Edmonton Ice District and the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald are in the surrounding downtown area.
- Notable events: BRU hosted live music during its operation (as noted by reports from that era).
- Current occupant at the address: Birch & Bear Pizza at 11965 Jasper Ave.