Had such a great experience at REGINE CAFÉ! We ordered the café latte, s'mores iced latte, Gros…read moreJambon, grilled cheese with pulled beef, and the chic croissant with scrambled eggs. Everything was cooked perfectly, tasted amazing, and was beautifully presented. I loved the attention to detail, even the little touches on the takeout containers showed how much care goes into the experience. Everything was aesthetically presented, including all the beverages we ordered. The café itself is beautiful with such a warm and inviting atmosphere. You can really tell they put thought and love into both the food and presentation. Would definitely recommend and can't wait to come back!

For our last proper meal in Montreal, we decided to have breakfast at Régine Café. This was…read moresomewhat impromptu, as I did not read up on this place in preparation for my trip - instead, I did some quick research the night before and found that it consistently ranked as one of the best breakfast/brunch spots in the city. That being said, I booked a table and we made our way over. Régine is apparently a popular spot - indicated by the rope they had set up outside which suggested that a line can form. Since we booked a table, and it was a Monday morning, there was no line and we were seated right away. The restaurant is broken up into two main dining areas with large windows that let in a lot of light. The decor was tasteful but not my style - it definitely gave off that afternoon tea feel with upscale accents and an overly feminine aesthetic. It was nice but just not my taste. The menu has a really good variety of breakfast and lunch items - I was taken aback by how many creative dishes there were, not just standard breakfast items. I needed caffeine, so I started with a cappuccino which was really good, one of the better ones I've had. For my actual breakfast I went with the Chic Croissant; this was essentially a breakfast sandwich with pulled ham, egg, arugula, and an aioli. Due to the fragility of the croissant, I did not eat it as a sandwich - but despite that the dish was delicious. Everything tasted super fresh and all the flavors worked really well together. I don't think I ever had pulled ham before, but felt it was super creative and elevated the sandwich. We wanted to try some of their bakes, so we also got the cinnamon roll and the scone. We were given the option to have the cinnamon roll covered in frosting but we opted to have it plain. Even without the frosting, the roll was excellent - I usually find cinnamon rolls to be dry, but this was super m-o-i-s-t with a generous filling of raisins and cinnamon; it was one of the best I've had. The scone was lavender and white chocolate; I don't usually like lavender but this was pretty good and not overly heavy. It came with sides of macerated strawberries and mascarpone which I don't think were needed but nice to have. Service was great - everyone was warm, friendly, and efficient. Overall, Régine Café exceeded my expectations - the food was excellent and I wouldn't hesitate to return for another meal. I understand why this is one of the more popular spots for breakfast and brunch in Montreal.

The best French toast I have ever eaten! Yum yum yum. Adorable interior. Chill vibes.read more

Small restaurant that is busy busy. Had to wait outside in the snow for about 30 mins but it was…read morewell worth it. Food was phenomenal and service was on point. Would wait again in the snow. Get the bognettes and lots of them!

An intentionally funky place with a refreshing iced matcha latte. The barista recommended their…read morebrownie, but it was disappointingly dry.

Independent - and very different - coffehouses in the Montreal area - 1 of 2…read more A hectic transition to Montreal - first arriving at YUL and then on to Centre-Ville - called for a rest - a nap - which then brought on the need for a snack and coffee/tea late at about 11:00 p.m. Looking at the phone didn't provide much in the way of choices, and, at that, a place where one could sit. I looked at the listing for La Graine Brulee more than once and had to think about it. I finally went in. This place is indeed weird. However, it all turned out to be better than I thought. There are all these seating areas, with some on either side of the front door and then several on a circular bench radiating from the center and making for quite a few tables. That's where I sat. Take note that there is also a big wooden cube with a lot of graffiti on it. The service was pleasant. I ordered some hot tea and they made a vegetarian burrito for me at late hours. (There's no way in hell you'll find something with meat or poultry in here.) I'm glad I was able to eat something before turning in. The prices were acceptable for what I got and its location, between 2 and 3 blocks east of the city's main Metro station at Berri-UQAM. In looking around, there was a good cross-section of people. It's more about nearby UQAM (translation: students) than it is "Le Village," which is now mid-rise and high-rise condos ... and the cranes that go into making them. Tables with books and laptops were the norm which, in my mind, is a good thing. Either way, there wasn't anyone over 40 here as far as I could see. That said, I don't know how willing I'd be to go back, unless in the same situation, and I have to joke that I don't know if personae who are middle of the road, and right of that, would like it here. However, if you are cut from the same cloth as the ownership and the other patrons, meaning bohemian and "new age-y," then I would strongly recommend it. I'm talking tribe! I will rate it within that context since they are not looking to serve the "mom, apple pie, and Chevrolet" crowd. Also, being on Saint-Catherine Est might foretell its personality, since Est and Ouest along this major thoroughfare can be two different worlds. However, La Graine Brulee delivered on a (vegetarian) burrito and some hot tea that I needed before turning in and did it well.

I will never forget my first Montreal style bagel. The cucumbers were fresh and had a delicious…read morecrunch to them, the tomatoes were juicy and firm, the mayonnaise had an elevated taste, and the melted cheese oozed in my mouth. I had to stop myself from devouring it in three bites. I also loved the hot chocolate. It came with two sugar packets and tasted like quality cacao. The tiramisu was equally scrumptious as it was dipped in syrup instead of rum. I love Cafeterra and highly recommend it.

Let's start with the good: the restaurant is very appealing to the eye, the seats are comfortable…read moreand not crowding. The ambience was great. The plating and cutlery are well thought out with great textures. My flat white was pretty tasty, and the bacon was savory and thick. The bad: my Shakshuka was subpar. I ate it because I was hungry and the service was so bad I thought I'd never get another dish if I sent it back. It lacked flavor and cohesiveness. In comparison to those I've had in the past, this was far and away the worst. I've never had to add salt and pepper to Shakshuka. The Ugly: the service was the worst I've had in years. Maybe ever. It took about 10 minutes to get greeted. The place wasn't crowded. Half the staff just stares through you. My wife had to wait an additional 5 minutes for avocado toast and smoked salmon, dishes that require no cooking. We have our toddler son with us, and when we asked for a bowl and hot water we were told they didn't have bowls. Only to serve the bread for my dish in, you guessed it, a bowl. Next to a bowl of bacon. When we scanned the room we noticed the other table with black patrons hadn't been served and they got here before us. You couldn't pay me to come back here.

Great little Cafe and I am so happy that I stumbled upon it. A great selection of coffees, variety…read moreof snacks/sandwiches, friendly service and comfortable seating. I can't wait to return!

Cute spot next to the Metro station. Friendly service & atmosphere. You know when your food is…read morebeing extra cared for when it takes a bit more time than most. I definitely recommend if you're in the area.

I loved this coffee place! Quick service, cool ambiance, and effortlessly trendy. I've tried the…read moremarocchino, the granita, granita al caffe, and the bastion virgin and everything has been good! I've also had a handful of the pastries and my favourite is the small sandwich that has this meat and pistachio spread in it. So good!! The inside is quite small and the outside terrasse fills up quickly on a nice day so if you want a sit down, make sure to arrive early! A hip place to grab a coffee with friends when I'm at the office

A party scene for the AM- loud music + strong coffee= Italian 90s dance fiesta…read more Come for great coffee, good spot to hangout but definitely don't bring your laptop- also great outdoor park let space Food/ drink: Latte/ cappuccino 5/5- the best your gonna get for these classics Prosciutto sandwich 4/5- interesting sandwich with a pistachio spread with prosciutto- I liked it Ham sandwich- 3/5- good sandwich but nothing over the top Ambiance/ service Very fun and high energy place but know what you're getting yourself into haha

The food was good.i would recommend the panini. The burritos were a little greasy but it was fine…read more The service was good. The waitress were very nice and friendly. The mood was a casual. I would recommend.

GOOD PLACE TO GRAB A SANDWICH IN MONTREAL…read more=========================================== My son, husband and I popped in for a couple sandwiches at the beginning of August, 2019. FOOD: 5/5 STARS =============== My husband and I split the caprese sandwich and we liked that a lot. I can't remember what my son ordered, but he ate every last bite. SERVICE: 3/5 STARS ================== You basically order at the counter and they bring the food to you. AMBIANCE: 3/5 STARS =================== It's a cute place. See my photos. I'd go back again.

I discovered La Bête a Pain right before our flight back to the states and my only regret was that…read moreI hadn't found this place sooner. It's a very aesthetically pleasing cafe and the staff were very friendly and helpful. And the food was amazing! We had their Avocado Toast and their Smoked Salmon Croissant. Both were great dishes, but the salmon croissant was the star of the show. The salmon was perfectly tender and it paired so well with the soft buttery croissant and fresh cucumbers. The plating was so beautifully done for both dishes and the drinks came in a lovely ceramic cup. Not only did they have breakfast foods, but they also had a bunch of bread and pastries to order. We bought a bunch to snack on at the airport. You can't go wrong with any of them, but I just love their croissants.

We were staying at a hotel nearby for a long weekend and legit came here 3 mornings in a row. It…read morewas that good. The croissants were top-notch. We survived off of them during a very long day at the grand prix. Once we realized we could bring in food, we immediately decided on bringing in a bag of them. They're flakey and buttery, everything you want in a croissant. We also had the ham and cheese croissant sandwich, which was delicious. We also got the yogurt, strawberries, and sliced toasted almonds. It was a runnier style yogurt that I really enjoyed. Everything complemented each other. Everyone there was super nice. There was construction going on when we went, making it a little hard to get to the entrance, but once we figured it out, it was a breeze. We also got their Italian sandwich to go. And just wow. Their baguettes are to die for. Everything about that sandwich was perfect. I craved them so much that when I got back home, all I've been eating for lunch are my sad attempts at an Italian sandwich on a baguette. Their bathroom is also pretty clean and has multiple stalls! There's not a ton of seating, but I saw a lot of people just picking up pastries/breads to go.