We really enjoyed the whole experience. It's a cute little place in the basement of the…read moremarketplace. The pastries were delicious and the staff very welcoming.

I quite enjoyed their pistachio roll--it's definitely on the sweeter, more indulgent side, but…read morestill a delicious treat. The bánh mì was decent as well, and the portion was huge. That said, I think the sandwich could use a little refinement. The butter came through quite salty, while the pickled vegetables added enough moisture to make the bread a bit soggy, which ended up muting some of the other flavors. With a better balance of ingredients and texture, this could be a much stronger bánh mì. Overall, generous portions and some promising flavors - La Cave is worth a stop.

This charming French-Japanese fusion restaurant and bakery in old Montreal Canada offers sweet and…read moresavory options. We were there for lunch and ordered at the counter. The atmosphere is a bright French cafe style. I had the Quiche Maison Vegetable with salad $35.60 and a nectarine Danish $6.85. It was so delicious. They heated the quiche in the oven which took several minutes. Service was friendly.

This hole-in-the-wall patisserie was around the corner from our hotel, so it was a great place to…read moregrab something for breakfast, although he doesn't open until 8:30 AM. It seemed to be a one-man operation, with a helper or two. Amazing French pastries, all little works of art right down to the edible gold leaf decorations. Also, flaky croissants and croissant sandwiches, baguette sandwiches, quiches, French flans, salads, and coffee bar. A few tables to eat there, but seems more geared for takeout. Do not miss this place if you are in the area.

The sponge cake was decent but did not particularly stand out. Quick bite and not too expensive.read more

Bought pineapple buns and egg tart. They are really good!!! They have a big selection of Chinese…read morebakery.

Central location to pick up amazing cakes. you can order ahead and get anything your heart desires…read more Never a let down when you order dessert from Lafrenai

This review was long over due. I need to acknowledge the excellent experience I received from this…read morewonderful lady named Roxanne. She was absolutely helpful, patient and professional. I arrived at the Lafrenaie location inside the Roaster's which has its own entrance on Atwater Ave on my sister's birthday. Moreover, I was looking for a last minute cake. There were several options available but I needed assistance. All the while FaceTiming my mom and sending pictures of cakes to my brother in law, Roxanne waited and smiled patiently and even chipped in with recommendations. We finally came to an agreement and she offered to personalize the cake and asked me if I was going to eat it that evening or the next day because the strawberries would be frozen . She went in the back and replaced all the frozen berries on top pf the cake for fresh ones so that we could enjoy it the same day. She went above and beyond and exceeded my expectations. This whole experience was totally 5 STARS !!!!

Can you say DIVINE? Oh my goodness this is a must try in Montreal. Are the pastries a bit pricey,…read moreyes. But, these are not your average baked goods, they represent years of a craft that has been perfected over time. The service here was amazing. The staff were more happy to walk me through their offerings and recommend a few fan favorites. The shop is also beautifully designed. Very modern with an upscale feel. Every pastry that I tried here was just perfection. No notes, simply divine.

We were looking for a morning pastry nearby and was blown away by the pastries here! I've had a lot…read moreof kougin a manns and this one was one of the best. And there's a small park with benches across the street which was a perfect place to enjoy our treats. The market inside had so many fun items and the pastry selection was full of so many tasty options! I would absolutely recommend a visit here and will dream of these pastries.

Checked out Cookie Stéfanie on a Friday morning. They advertise themselves as being gluten free but…read moreit's not a 100% GF spot. Tried a bleuet nutella muffin ($3.95) and three mini cookies ($2.10 each), including erable chocolate, citron gingembre and double chocolat. Muffin was decent, cookies were a touch dry.

I am not celiac, but am doing gluten free for other health reasons and was so excited to find this…read morecafe. The coffee was decently strong, nothing special. The pre packaged salad with tahini dressing was very delicious and had good flavor. I also had the citron cake which was phenomenal. I would come here again if I was in the area! The cashier was very nice. There isn't much seating inside, but I was able to find a spot to sit since most people were taking food to go.

If I could give 10 stars, I would, I am visiting from out of the country and I walked by this…read morepastry shop. I walked in and it was the most elegant desert I have ever seen it's right off of the main strip. The young man at the counter was so friendly and helpful. His name was Mazhar! He took the time to tell me all of the different options. He also let me sample something that was super tasty. My first order was a cheese like pastry with cream on the inside. He topped it with pistachios! My favorite. Then I got a tart with pistachios. The tart was so flaky and airy. I wish I could buy 100 more. He put it on the most elegant tray. The place is extraordinary. He let me sample the ice cream. It's freshly made. I wish I knew how to describe it. But it was great. I made a second order. Ice cream with pistachios. He even topped it with cotton candy style strips. This place is amazing and the best customer service. Wonderful date spot

What a wonderful experience I had at this Pâtisserie Mahrousé's downtown Montreal Rue de Montagne…read morelocation! We stopped by to pick up something for my trip back home to New York. While this storefront located in the middle of office buildings, when you walk inside the absolutely beautiful decorations remove you from the urban hustle and bustle. The other Pâtisserie Mahrousé location is the original, dating back to 1970 when it was started by a Syrian pastry chef. Was eager to try their fatayer, savory pastries. Surprised to learn that they didn't sell here single, individual Fatayers, I was extremely happy the super friendly staff allowed me to mix and match to make it a pack of 6! (My choice of Fatayers included the delicious Tomato with Olives, Spinach, Cheese and round Za'atar!) Before pulling away, my brother and his wife decided to join me inside. The welcoming people behind Pâtisserie Mahrousé's counter encouragingly offered us tastings of their delicious sweets. One was a Kunafeh sweet cheese pastry, another similar to a nut filled Baklava. Their mouthwatering sweet treat selection was impressive. (Note - Many traditionally incorporate pistachios, on trend since as I've repeatedly noted "Pistachio is the new Hazelnut!") We were able to truly relax in Pâtisserie Mahrousé's comfortable window seating with brass tables facing the well designed interior instead of the modern surroundings. An effective, well thought out layout! While my brother ordered an espresso, I tried their flavorful, thick Arabic coffee. It achieved an unanticipated moment of zen for us all! Would recommend here for anybody interested in a delightful sweet or savory bite! Looking forward to my next time in Montreal when I plan on making the original Pâtisserie Mahrousé location a stop on my trip!

This was the first stop in Montreal. I got the focaccia sandwich, Ferrero rocher cookie, and…read moretoblerone cookie. The sandwich was so fresh and delicious! I liked both cookies, but I prefer the Toblerone one because it seemed like it had more chocolate. The folks running the shop were really friendly.

Delicious latte and croissants. Nice service and quick. Super cute place with great art.read more

I've know this location of Les Glaceurs for quite a while, I like their cupcakes' original icing…read more In addition to classic flavors such as chocolate or vanilla, they also have themed cupcakes, for example you can get maple-flavored ones during sugar-shack season. I always order their cupcake assortments for my colleagues and everyone enjoys them. Recently, I decided to order a cake for my son's birthday under the theme of Pikachu. Important fact: You must order your cake 48h in advance. The cake was covered with fondant, resembled the chosen theme and was fluffy on the inside but a little too sweet for my palate, the kids enjoyed it though. I recommend if you have a sweet tooth.

Ordered a mini cake and cupcakes from here for my son's first birthday. Online ordering was very…read moreeasy and convenient and order was exactly as requested. Pickup was a little tricky by car as there is a ton of construction in the area. The cake and cupcakes were very pretty and reasonably priced. We chose the birthday variety box. I'm not a big fan of cupcakes with massive amounts of icing, but if you are, this place is for you. I enjoyed a salted caramel cupcake and a slice of vanilla cake, the cake was nice and moist and had decent flavour. Baby enjoyed chowing down on his first sugar. Would order from them again.

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.