One of the many anticafes in Montreal. I stopped by to get some work done and I'm so glad I gave…read morethis place a try! It's so much coooler than a library, and much more cozy and welcoming than a cafe. If you've never been to one, it's basically paid per hour, with a max rate per day, and all coffee and drinks and snacks are included! Plus they have free wifi (of course). When you go in, theres a shelf full of slippers and even crocs for you to wear, so their place stays clean and your feet stay comfy! There's lots of soft couches, or dining tables, or theres a high table/ledge with stools facing outside, and lots more. The decor is full of interesting vintage objects, and lots of cute green plants. Very quirky and full of character. There's blankets and board games around too! They have another floor with more seating as well, but I didn't venture upwards. The snacks are pretty simple but tasty and with a good variety. Theres cookies and biscuits, carrot sticks, tortilla chips, rice crackers, hummus (homemade), gumdrops, mini oreos, bread/PB/Jam and more. They also have a panini press if you want to make a grilled cheese sandwich! The coffee is included too and you can ask the staff to make you a fancy drink, or they have just plain coffee as well, with milk, creamer, almond milk, and soy available. Their tea selection is very impressive with lots of options. Most are loose leaf, and they have these little teabags you can fill yourself. Their only rule is for you to wash your dishes when you're done! I like how they are quite eco friendly, as they minimize on packaging and disposable dishware, and they have compost as well. The staff are very friendly and approachable, and I really liked the general ambiance of.the place. I think I'd definitely come here quite often if I lived downtown! *note: this place is located upstairs, so not wheelchair accessible unfortunately :(

great vibe, lots of comfy spots- would be great for studying but also nice to chat with a friend or…read moredo one of the puzzles they have. super interesting concept as well, definitely worth checking out if you've never been before. good selection of drinks and some snacks as well

This small little coffee shop was located right around the corner from our hotel. It's a small and…read morecozy shop with just a few tables inside. It can get busy and the lines form out the door, but the pastries and coffee are worth it. We ordered the chocolate and pistachio filled croissants and donuts. I would rate both chocolate and pistachio filled croissants a 9/10 and the donut versions of each a 7/10. I felt the croissants tasted better and had more filling. We ordered the Remix which is authentic freddo expresso, cafe crema soft serve and topped off with hot frothed milk and chocolate. This was a 10/10 and was every bit of amazing as it looks in the picture. Service was fast and friendly. One note, they don't have flavored coffees, so I couldn't order a caramel latte, for example. Overall, great coffee shop that we enjoyed every day during our stay.

10/10 so deserving of the hype! There will most likely be a line whatever time you come here, but…read moreit's worth it. This was the best coffee ice cream I've ever tried. Also got their tiramisu which was delicious. Definitely a must try spot if you're visiting Montreal.

This place has so much potential - it's a beautiful indoor space…read more However, the food is simply not at all worth the expensive price. The crepe tasted bad with artificial sweetening and strange dough with bland taste. The cocktail (strawberry mojito) also had an artificial flavoring to the juice that did not taste like strawberry - not worth $16. The white wine (Chardonnay)was possibly worse tasting than cooking wine, but this was at least affordable compared to everything else. $80+ for 3 people and all we ordered were 3 drinks and 1 crepe, made with low quality ingredients. Maybe their dinner and lunch meals are better, they had an extensive menu, but we did not have a good experience.

This cafe is so nice. The ambiance is welcoming and eclectic. They also have a menu full of options…read moreand everything looks so good. On my visit I only got the frozen mocha but I plan on trying some of their food soon. They give you a buzzer to pick up your items and the wait wasn't long for 2 drinks. About 5 minutes. I recommend visiting during non peak hours as the best seats will get picked up fast.

This is a MUST TRY if you are ever in the Montreal area. I saw this on Instagram and I'm sure lots…read moreof other people did since the place was very busy. Every location I went to was full but the line goes by quickly. This specific location is in old Montreal so if you're doing sightseeing it's a great spot to chill. The cafe crema is insane. The texture and flavor of this is something I've never had before. The coffee flavor is strong but not offensively strong. Even if you're not a fan of coffee I'd still suggest you try it. The affogato was lovely with the espresso and gelato mixing it creates that lovely icy texture on the outside. It is more pricey so I'd say the safe crema is the way to go.

I stumbled upon this gem around the corner from my hotel under less-than-ideal circumstances--we…read morewere heading out at the crack of dawn for a 13-hour tour to Quebec City, and my hotel's breakfast (promised at 6 AM) was MIA at 6:20. Panic mode. Thankfully, this place saved the day with its warm and inviting ambiance. We grabbed coffees and croissants, and the owner was quick and efficient, getting us sorted in no time. Even at that ungodly hour, there were already two locals and a dog chatting with the patron--always a good sign of a neighborhood favorite. Can't complain at all. I'm in Vieux Montreal for a few more days and will definitely be back.

Delicious crepes and smoothies! Such friendly service and a lovely outdoor terrace during the…read moresummer.

What a cute place! My boyfriend is celiac, so we needed a crepe place that had gluten-free options…read more I was a little hesitant to try a buckwheat crepe, but I wasn't hungry enough for my own. I was worried for nothing! It was so tasty! We had whipped cream and strawberries with nutella on the side for me. They were very accommodating and let us know that it would take a little extra time for the gluten-free crepe. No biggie! It was worth the wait. I definitely recommend this as an option if you have to go gluten-free (or even if you don't!!)

Such a cute coffee shop! I'd say get here early or there will be a line up. There's seating at the…read morefront section of the cafe but there's almost a back section and a little terrace. I saw the breakfast danish online but they unfortunately don't make that anymore. I opted for the breakfast sandwich instead and it didn't disappoint! The BLT bagel was also very yummmy. Bacon was cooked to perfection. Nice and crispy. The iced mocha was delicious. London Fog latte could've been stronger (but I love earl grey and I prefer a verrry strong earl grey taste). In addition to food and beverages, they also sell cute merch (totes, shirts, hats, etc).

I came around 12pm on a sunday and there was a line out the door. The interior is cute and there is…read morea lot of merch you can purchase. There were no tables, but luckily i was placing an order togo. The wait for the food also took a pretty long time as they were busy. I got a matcha latte which tasted a little bitter. The sandwich was good though a little messy since the tomato juices + the sauce kept dripping through the bag.

Got a peach iced tea and muffin (raspberry and white chocolate). It was okay, however I couldn't…read morereally taste the white chocolate, and the iced tea did taste a bit watered down. The cafe itself is nice on the inside.

This cafe was close to where we were staying and good enough that we made repeat visits. Excellent…read morelattes and muffins. I typically have to add sweetener to my coffees but not here! Service was good and there was plenty of space inside with great windows for people watching. All boxes checked.

I was trying to find a coffee place with some food using the maps app and I got so confused…read more Finding this massive underground mall with a ton of choices was a lot to take in at 7am. Thankfully after walking around and checking out the option I settled on this place, it had a decent crowd so I figured it was promising. They were very quick with their services having multiple people on coffee and pretty much one handling food and one floating between the register and everything else. Pretty quick service. Coffee was good, not bitter. The Lox Bagel was pretty good, although it got smashed a bit when they cut it. Pretty fresh, though the tomato wasn't ripe. Definitely a good spot to start your day.

Went to this place on a total whim, as we were staying at a connected hotel, and was pleasantly…read moresurprised. The food looks great in the case and fortunately tasted about as good. Also, the staff transitioned from French to English with ease and no fuss. Also, it was great for my kids because of its proximity to the vortex fountain. If you are looking for a super quick and delicious breakfast, this is a sold option.

Stopped in for a quick coffee and a bite to eat. This place is unquestionably charming. Very old…read moreschool, loved the look of it! It was also very packed, lots of tourists, a little bit hard to get a table actually. When we finally got seated I was delighted to get the most delicious cappuccino. I loved the coffee flavor, they did a great job. The food was also pretty good! I got a smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel which was tasty and my wife went with the salad Nicoise which she said was great. Overall, gotta give this place 5 stars. Definitely recommended if you're in the area and looking for a good coffee and/or meal.

A quintessential Montréal neighbourhood dépanneur . Le Dep nails the authentic local corner store…read morevibe tourists crave. Great spot to grab ready-to-eat sandwiches, smoked meat subs and cold drinks for a quick stroll around the historic district. Staff are warm and bilingual, quick with recommendations for hidden nearby eateries. Prices are reasonable for downtown Old Montréal, no crazy tourist markup.

Talk about ambience, I can't imagine a place with more than that of Cafe Castel. Quaint,…read morecomfortable and a warm staff. Offerings include breakfast sandwiches, glorious croissants, salads and cake slices to name a few. My egg and cheese croissant sandwich had lettuce on it, which was unexpected, but easy enough to remove. Coffee and latte were both marvelous, as reported by the drinkers of these beverages. Very centrally located and on the bus line.

I am disappointed I didn't try any of their desserts! Their cakes and pastries all looked so…read moreyummy! I did enjoy the oat milk latte that I ordered and it came with these cute latte art. Service was ok. It's mostly self-service: you order from the counter and get your food and drink from the counter when ready. Ambiance was a mix of hip and chic. It's a small space with limited seating.