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    4.5 (197 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Refresher drink
    SaraJane D.

    This is a must stop brunch spot in old Montreal. My husband even stated the crispy fried chicken was one of the best he's ever had - juicy and crispy. Our kids loved all the breakfast options and the menu isn't overwhelming. They use season ingredients which makes everything taste so fresh and delicious. Staff are super polite and speak English. Very tourist friendly. It has a nice upscale diner vibe with a cool bar too.

    Elaine S.

    We came on a Sunday around 10:20 AM, and there was already a line forming. Luckily, we were able to wait inside since it was snowing outside. Just a heads up, there's no waitlist system, so you can't put your name down and leave. However the waiter was super kind and let us order a to-go drink while we waited, which made the 45-minute line a lot more bearable. The interior was really cute, I loved the arch-shaped walls and the warm lighting, and the pops of color around. What we ordered: * Mushroom Toast - One of the best I've had. The shoestring onions added a great crunch, the mushrooms paired so nicely with the goat cheese, and there was tons of umami. * Ricotta Pancake - I got the seasonal one with pistachio cream and raspberries and loved it. Just the right amount of sweetness and the pancake wasn't too dense. Overall, I was very satisfied with the food. I'm not sure I'd want to wait this long again so early in the morning, but I'm really glad I got to try it during my trip to Montréal.

    Too of the menu
    Chris W.

    Two words: RICOTTA PANCAKES! There is a reason you will see most everyone enjoying them for brunch. The fluffy pancakes are made with ricotta cheese in the batter which makes them a bit more dense while staying fluffy. They are laid in pool of BROWN BUTTER MAPLE SYRUP, and here is the unexpected kicker that absolutely makes the dish: Lemon Cream, which I believe is a whipped cream with lemon zest and/or juice. The citrus cream really cuts the rich and sweet maple butter. The pairing is truly genius! You can add strawberries to the order, which I did not do. I didn't taste it but expect the strawberries would overpower the lemon cream pairing with the maple butter. They have an extensive coffee menu. Their Aluhjay, the traditional Montreal long-pull espresso was fantastic. I enjoyed mine black to fully savor the flavors of the coffee. This is a popular place, especially on weekends. I came on a Sunday 30m before opening and there was already a line. They filled up fast. They don't take reservations so recommend coming early or on weekday to avoid a line. Service was prompt and friendly, especially given the big rush as they opened. They have wonderful indoor atmosphere or you can enjoy beautiful outdoor seating.

    Jeffrey L.

    Dandy in downtown Montreal is an excellent place to have breakfast and brunch. It is situated at Rue Saint Jacques where most tourists hangout thus making it a bit tough to be seated. The staff were great, very efficient and most specially friendly. The interior is elegant and cozy, well designed and planned. Very nice dining area. Their Salmon Toast is phenomenal, a smoked salmon on a thick slice on house bread with poached eggs, whipped black garlic cream cheese, green beans and arugula, herbed vinaigrette and smoked paprika oil. This is perfectly matched with an ice tea and a coffee. This is an highly recommended restaurant and will definitely have breakfast here when I visit Montréal in the near future.

    Ricotta pancakes and chicken and egg sandwich
    Maria B.

    My husband and I had breakfast here today and it was easy to get a table when they opened at 10am on a Monday (we tried at 11:30am Sunday and it was too crowded). I liked the ricotta pancakes with lemon cream and he liked the fried chicken and egg sandwich. They service was great-so many friendly employees. A nice spot for breakfast.

    Endless Summer Breakfast (with an extra egg)
    Laura R.

    We had a lovely breakfast here this morning, it's a Saturday and there was a line. Join the line, the Hostess will come to you. There are a couple steps to get inside (or sit outside in the nice weather). Bathrooms are inside down a flight of stairs. Staff were efficient and friendly, and spoke English & French. This is not your traditional breakfast, so if you are looking for American omelette and such you will not find it. Short menu and all items crafted well. Hubby had tea and sausage rolls. He enjoyed them. He let me have some mustard (I love mustard) and it was delicious! I ordered the sunshine breakfast with an extra egg. I love having all the food together - the flavor of the tzatziki blended with the veggies and the eggs and the avocado and soaked into the bread. It was amazing! There is a giant sourdough toast under everything which was a little difficult to cut, but worth it! We will definitely stop back when in the area!

    Abby F.

    Long wait but so worth it. Great service!!! Ricotta pancakes are a must order. So cute in the inside. The eggs were really good too. Lots of fun coffee specials.

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    Arron P.

    Came here to start the Montreal trip. The potatoes were worth the order as they were like mini baked potatoes that were deep fried to taste like French fries. The interior is tight and staff friendly. The pancakes had good fluff to them and right amount of sweetness. The chicken was more batter than chicken unfortunately. The latte was okay but it was a cool experience.

    Fried Chicken Sandwich on Brioche Bun.
    Jack F.

    We were in between sessions at a medical conference at the local convention center, and we wondered by this very charming appearing lunch spot that we knew we had to try out. I tried the fried chicken sandwich with the fried egg on top, in my head, their robust, lunch special for incredibly delicious and fresh. I left full, but not uncomfortable. We sat outside in their charming little patio, and got to embrace the really cool architecture of old Montreal. Incredibly kind service, and I will definitely come back.

    Mushroom Toast & Cortado
    Maile k.

    Vibe is great! Coffee is delicious. The food was absolutely awesome. The service was efficient and kind. 10/10

    Damiano D.

    Nice restaurant downtown Montreal, great service and delicious food. If you are in Montreal it could be a great place for a brunch!

    Nicole E.

    Look for the red lower case text on the window only. The glass entrance is just inside of the doors. The lemon ricotta pancakes look good. It's a narrow dining area. Seats to the booth are narrow, especially with winter down coats on. Or maybe we gained some weight this trip from all of the pastries and carbs? Some pastry at the cafe counter. Long dining area, small menu. Ordered oat milk latte, ricotta pancakes with added garnish, apples, mascarpone and pecans, granola, buttermilk fried chix sandwich and zesty salad. C$95.40 The ricotta pancake isn't bad, sweetness overload, but expected with all that's going on. The zesty salad is okay, quite a bit of textures and flavors, not sure it's what I was hoping for as far as zesty goes. Wasn't super excited to eat it after a bite or two, not so much. The plate had a chip on it. :/ The Chix sandwich was good, the chicken was crunchy, had to take one layer of chicken off of it to actually be able to bite into the sandwich though. I liked the apple remoulade and the chimichurri sauce. The chicken was nice and tender. The fried egg was a nice addition to the sandwich. Service was good during our visit.

    Chai latte
    Laura R.

    My favourite meal in Montréal emanates from trendy Dandy, an eatery in historic Old Montréal. The endless summer is absolutely phenomenal, and the chai latte as well. My companion had the granola, which was equally wonderful! Loved the beautiful building, the nicely appointed interior and attentive service. An absolutely marvelous restaurant experience.

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    Mushroom bread is the best I have ever eaten. Service was great. Chicken sandwich great. Pancakes were ok by comparison.

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    Ville-Marie

    Drove 4.5 hours for their French brunch--very disappointing experience. Despite arriving early with…read moreavailable seating, we were told to sit at the bar. Food was just okay; foie gras was overly sauced. Service was the main issue. My cappuccino was mostly foam, and the replacement was still charged on the bill. Had to wait for a manager who never showed up until much later, and even then, nothing was resolved--just called it a "miscommunication." Overall, poor service and not worth the trip. Would not recommend.

    Le Passé Composé was hands down my favorite meal of the trip. I came in on a Saturday without a…read morereservation and was very lucky they had bar seating available. The bar is first come, first served, so if you forget to book ahead, it's definitely worth trying your luck. You can still order anything from the full menu. The modern, upscale interior sets the tone for a fancy brunch experience that feels both elegant and welcoming. Foie gras for breakfast? Absolutely yes. They also have a full bar for anyone who wants something pretty to sip on while enjoying their meal. The servers were bilingual in French and English, and they were kind, attentive, and made the whole experience smooth from start to finish. My goal was to eat as much foe grais as I can on this trip so I ordered the Foie Gras Poached Eggs. OMG starting off with the bread that was on the bottom, it was so soft and fluffy. Literally melted in my mouth. The foie gras had a beautiful sear and was rich and silky, with a texture that honestly reminded me of ice cream. There was also a touch of sweetness in the sauce that cut through the richness in the best way. Every bite was perfectly balanced. I was super impressed and will absolutely try to visit again the next time I'm in Montreal.

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