I was on the hunt for canelé, and man was Mamie Clafoutis worth the bus ride and walk. The canelé…read morehad a crisp exterior and delicious, spongey, honey like interior. Small but mighty. A must try French pastry. We also got a small cappuccino (deliciously milky). Unfortunately the upstairs seating was closed, but we savored our drink and pastry walking back. We enjoyed the raisin pastry for breast fast - still fluffy, flakey and delicious, and not too sweet!

The pastries here are so good and perfect for on the go breakfast! They open early which was…read moreexactly what we were looking for as we headed out of towns Service was friendly and quick. Had an amazing chai latte, a delicious chocolate chip cookie, and an incredible pistachio chocolate croissant. That last one is a CAN'T MISS!

Very tasty croissants - among the best I have tasted! I had the chocolate-almond one. And…read moreexcellent service! Highly recommend.

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.

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.

Very nice people, delicious savory and sweet crepes, with plenty of vegetarian options. Great…read morepeople watching from the outside covered patio, in a bustling neighborhood.

The only drawback was service is really slow, and we came out smelling like butter. We went just…read morewhen they opened at 10am for brunch. One of us got the full meal (grand) with appetizer and dessert- upgraded the soup to the French onion soup which was a good call. Very satisfying although slightly salty. The "pork intestine" crepe was a hit-andouille hash with leeks. And the Parisienne was solid although not particularly aesthetic. The dessert flambé crepe with apples and calvados could have had more apples and less alcohol. Overall a pleasant experience.

The carrot pecan muffin was incredible! I also got the large babka for $24 Canadian & it was well…read moreworth it- easily the best babka I've ever had (and I've had many being Jewish & from New York)! It was truly incredible, not dry like some in the states, and the chocolate was somehow gooey like the inside of a lava cake, even the next day!

Hof Kelsen bakery / café plays to the building's mid-century office/industrial vibe. My experience…read morewas mostly, but will need to return. First, intended to treat myself to their Chocolate Babka Pain Perdu I read about, although also interested in their Borscht being a big fan of all types of borschts (red, white and green). [Full disclosure - Grew up with and been a lifelong devotee of echt old school New York City Kosher bakery Chocolate Babkas!] To my disappointment, that Babka item must have been a special and they didn't sell Babka slices. A full Babka cost $24 Canadian, too big and too much to spend on that occasion. Their Borscht, apparently a vegetarian red borscht recipe made in house, only becomes available at 11 AM, and I was too early. Then I turned to my friendly, cheery person behind the counter and ordered both a fresh savory and a fresh sweet pastry, plus a Matcha Oat Latte. As I paid on the terminal, she moved a small black device in my direction and served me my bakery items. Taking what I understood as a pager to my counter seat, I awaited my drink. About 5 minutes later, a sour rude woman came to me shouting in French. That device was not a pager like I've received at other places in Montreal, but a calculator. When I apologized for my misunderstanding, she huffed and puffed as she walked away. The friendly woman was now behind the café prep section, so I walked over to her to collect my Matcha Oat Latte and apologized. She indicated that that happens. When I directed another apology to the unfriendly staff person, she again rudely stated in English that they don't have pagers. While appreciating that some people have "bad hair days," that lady should never be put in front of customers if/when she interacts with customers like that... especially if it was clearly an unintentional inadvertent miscommunication!!! That being said, my attendant's superfriendliness along with my enjoyable items made up for that. Started with my flavorful Feuilleté aux épinards et à la ricotta (a.k.a. Spinach Ricotta Puff) along with my delicious Latte. Then, finished my Amandine au chocolat, a.k.a. Almond and Chocolate Croissant). So, would definitely return on a future trip to Montréal. Would recommend Hof Kelsten, but keep in mid they don't use pagers!

We had already gotten bagels from a nearby shop, and pastries earlier in the day. We were looking…read morefor a bakery with breads in this neighborhood, and Guillaume has a wide variety! Also appreciated that they offer Demi-loaves, not just full ones.

Boulangerie Guillaume caught my eye unexpectedly. I did not have this place on my list of bakeries…read moreto try while in Montreal, but as I was walking in the area I noticed many people holding their distinctive yellow bags. I was intrigued, and since I can always go for some carbs I decided to head in and check this place out. Unlike most bakeries I visited, Boulangerie Guillaume has a much more modern look, and is larger than a standard bakery. Walking in, I was immediately greeted by stairs which led up to the main production area. All of the bakes were arranged on the back-wall perimeter of the space separated from the pedestrians by a glass wall. The color scheme was mostly black to contrast the bright yellow of the bags and signage. The arrangement of the bakes, combined with the color scheme and modern aesthetics, resulted in a stunning, visually striking presentation. I wasn't too hungry, but I can always go for some sweets and their date square looked good. I went with that, along with a cappuccino. The square was delicious - the dates were high quality, and the crust underneath was moist while maintaining its integrity. The cappuccino was also good, a great complement to the bake. Service was efficient, and overall I had a great experience at Boulangerie Guillaume. I definitely want to return to explore more of their menu - I noticed they had some savory items so perhaps for some lunch. Definitely one of the best bakeries I visited in Montreal.

Loved the servers. The food and the smoothies are really good. Delicious. You guys should go thereread more

Un des meilleurs café à Montréal !…read more Le café a ce petit quelque chose qui le rend encore plus délectable !! Le décor nous transporte dans les années 60-70, et le service est sans reproche ! Et il semble que les brunchs sont irrésistibles ! One of the best café in Montreal ! This café has a lil something that makes it delectable !! The decoration will transport you in the 60's- 70's, and the service is excellent, And it seems their brunch are very good as well 1

Cute little spot in the Jean Talon Market with friendly staff and delicious crepes. Choose from…read moresweet or salty varieties.

The best crepe I've had in a while! We got the Vannes with ham added. The buckwheat crepe had a…read moreunique flavor and crispy skin. All ingredients tasted fresh and it was a good portion size for the price too!