Saturday morning in Montreal began with something called an Adventure Walk. "Adventure" is…read moreapparently human terminology for making a small Italian Greyhound exercise extensively before brunch. By the time we finished with our walk, I had earned a meal. Or so I thought. Next stop: Maman in Griffintown. Mom already knew Maman because apparently they have one back home on the Upper East Side. Yet somehow, despite living on the Upper East Side myself, I have never been taken there. Interesting. We will address this upon our return to New York. The Griffintown location has a really nice outdoor seating area running alongside the building, with blue café tables, big wooden pergolas and planters. Under normal circumstances, this would have been perfect for me. Unfortunately, it was raining. The staff very kindly told Mom and Dad that I could come inside as long as I remained in my carrier. Terms accepted. After an entire morning of adventuring, I had absolutely no objection to being carried around like important cargo. Mom ordered eggs Benedict and an iced latte. Dad went with scrambled eggs, bacon and toast plus a Diet Coke. I stayed tucked inside my carrier and monitored the bacon situation. Very closely. No further comment at this time. The humans declared brunch a success, and I appreciated having a warm, dry place to recover after my morning excursion instead of sitting outside contemplating my life choices in the rain. Dogba's verdict: 3 paws out of 5. Rainy-day hospitality: very appreciated Dogba welcome: kind and accommodating Carrier accommodations: cozy Outdoor patio: saving this for a sunnier day Mom's eggs Benedict: big success Iced latte: Mom approved Dad's bacon: closely monitored Classic Dad breakfast: successfully demolished Post-adventure recovery: excellent Dogba brunch supervision: impeccable Would I return? Absolutely. In fact, I've recently learned that Maman has a location in my own neighborhood in New York City. Mom has some explaining to do. See you on the Upper East Side, Maman. I know where you live now.

we managed to squeeze in one more brunch on our last day, making our way to maman in griffintown…read more walking in felt like stepping into a little rustic farmhouse tucked into the city, exposed brick, weathered wood, whitewashed furniture, vintage blue and white plates, hanging greenery and a beautiful tree like arrangement covered in delicate blooms. every corner had a story, with little details that made the space feel warm, inviting and effortlessly charming. we were a party of three and arrived around 11:00 am. before the food arrived, i couldn't resist trying one more fun drink before leaving montreal, the peach pie iced matcha latte with vanilla cloud. it was such a pretty seasonal creation, with fruity peach notes layered with creamy matcha and topped with a soft vanilla cloud. refreshing, a little indulgent and the perfect drink to sip while settling into our final brunch of the trip. for my meal, i ordered the eggs ratatouille, stewed eggplant, squash, peppers and tomatoes topped with two over easy eggs, herbed feta and served with toasted country bread. the dish was colourful, comforting and full of fresh flavours. the slow cooked vegetables gave it a homey feel, while the runny yolks and herbed feta added just the right amount of richness. it felt like the perfect brunch after days of exploring, satisfying and flavourful, but still light enough to leave me feeling good. the toasted country bread was perfect for scooping up every last bit of the vegetable mixture and egg yolk. but what made this brunch special wasn't just the food or the beautiful setting. it was the chance to slow down and take in everything we had experienced over the whirlwind trip, the neighbourhood walks, incredible meals, rainy adventures, festival memories and all the unexpected little discoveries along the way. we sat, chatted and laughed, replaying our favourite moments and realizing just how much we had packed into a few short days. our server was friendly and never rushed us, allowing us to enjoy those final conversations before heading home. there was something cinematic about that last morning, sunlight filtering through the windows, flowers blooming indoors, plates arriving at the table, and three friends taking a quiet moment to appreciate the adventure before it came to an end. a beautiful space, a memorable meal, great company and one final chapter to close out our montreal adventure. au revoir montreal...until we meet again.

Best way to describe this place is 'lovely'. Amazing attention to details and full of design…read moretouches in every corner, including the ceiling. It's almost being in a museum. The food was excellent, great healthy selection focused in breakfast and salads (they also have a selection of sandwiches). Breakfast plates come with fruits. Polite and helpful staff.

After walking around old Montreal for two hours, my husband and I agreed we could not walk another…read moreblock without some coffee and refreshment. We had a list of cafés that were highly rated on Yelp, but none of them were right in front of us, and this one was. So we walked in without having checked any reviews first. Sometimes we get lucky that way! This time, we did not. First, we really just wanted a cup of drip coffee. That was not offered here. The only options were various espresso drinks, starting at $4.50. We each got a café Americano. They were ok. None of the food in the display cases looked that appealing, so we picked a large chocolate cookie with a fudgy center to share. Can't go wrong with a chocolate cookie, right? Wrong. It was dry and lackluster in flavor. There was only one person working there, and he was surly. We thought perhaps he was just annoyed with us for asking for wifi (not offered) and regular non-espresso coffee, but we listened to him interact with customers who came after us, and he was short and abrupt with them too. The back part of the store sold souvenirs, but nothing unique or exciting, just mugs and magnets and stuff you could get anywhere. The decor was eclectic mix of antique furniture, which seemed kind of funky and fun, until I sat down. The seat part of my old wood stool wobbled and tilted and I slid right off because some screws were missing. I had to catch myself along the counter and regain balance. I was fine, but this would not have been a safe situation for someone less steady on their feet! I liked the pressed tin ceiling and the chandelier. There were different books on the counter available for public browsing while we drank our coffee, which was nice. The windows were large and the potted plants seemed to be doing well in their sunny spot. I liked looking out at the sidewalk passersby. I would not come here again.

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 incredible amount of food all very delicious! And a great price. The waitress was very friendly…read moreand down to earth. It's not a place for atmosphere. It's for a good breakfast and that's what it delivers!

We were in the area and we were starving. This was a spot that came up and at first the interior…read morewasn't like too fancy, but gave a very homey vibe. We were seated right away and our waiter she was so nice and had high energy. She kept checking back on us to make sure everything was ok and to see if we needed anything else. The moment the food came out, we couldn't believe how big the portion was. The club sandwiches were so delicious and refreshing. We were able to share it and it was just delicious. I got the salmon eggs Benedict and I think I could say it's the best one I've had. The smoke salmon was better than any other smoked salmon I had in New York. The next time I visit Montreal, I'm definitely coming back here!

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've never been to this location before but it's my favourite. It's small but not crowded, staff is…read morevery friendly and fast, I found the food better than it usually is for these brunch chains. I went on a Monday afternoon so that does impact how busy it was so keep that in mind but otherwise I recommend if you're in the area!

I was disappointed with my trip, considering last time I went (many years ago) I rated it 5 stars…read more Service was good, the waitstaff were attentive but they all seemed to mysteriously disappear when the bill was due. The food was normal. We got eggs with a crepe and french toast. Could be duplicated at home but overall tasty (if a bit bready). I will note that there was no seasoning at all, so be prepared to season it yourself (except the mashed potatoes which were delicious). Also, they charge extra for maple syrup and do not include it with the crepe meal. The milkshake was watery and warm, definitely not worth the $8. Also, the water in the restaurant was not working at all when we went (there were no signs to indicate this, and they didn't let us know until we tried to wash our hands and asked). They also had no hand sanitizer in any of the 3 dispensers. Overall it was okay, but I wouldn't go again and would recommend finding a different place.

Fabergé's been around forever and we're glad we finally got to try it!…read more Every plate was unique! We tried the smoked salmon benedicts (creamy and well seasoned), the cubano sandwich (pork wasn't dry, just perfect!) If you're really hungry, we recommend the Massif, a generous plate with 3 eggs, bacon, ham, sausage and french toast. The brunch plates are served with a side of their breakfast potatoes: exquisite. Try their iced coffees or lattes as well, they were super good! The service was also quick and great Price: around 20$/person

Delicious crepes, friendly staff, and nice atmosphere! I ordered the og crepes and matcha latte and…read morewould definitely recommend the place!

5 morning breakfasts is $250. with tips for 5 eggs meals…read moremediocre food no butter low quality sisco food nice servers thx friends

I got breakfast takeout one morning -- I ordered the omelette 10 etages. It was fine, but nothing…read moregreat. (10 star omelette description from online menu: Bacon, ham, sausages, frankfurters, bologna, spinach, green onions, tomatoes, onions, red and green peppers, mushrooms and Cheddar cheese. Served with toast, potatoes and your choice of fresh fruit or tomatoes.). Based on my experience, I have no desire to return. There is tastier food for less money in the area.