Solid espressos. Good service. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating in a quaint neighborhood…read more Big fan. Will definitely come again. Get the tiramisu if you like desserts.

Café Olimpico landed on my radar via my brother. When he visited Montreal a few years back, he…read morevisited here and had good things to say. During my own research, I also learned this was a popular spot known for their high quality Italian pastries. Since we were in Mile End and looking for some coffee and carbs, we thought it would be a good place to check out, so off we went. The café sits on a corner among several other commercial businesses; the entrance catches the eye with a hunter green awning that dons the Olympic torch and rings, as well as some outdoor seating. The inside very much gives off Italian café vibes - it's a medium-sized open area with tables scattered throughout. The production counter sits to the left where orders are placed, and televisions with different sports are projected across the perimeter. In addition to this location in Mile End, they have three other locations. We definitely wanted to get some coffee, but I didn't want to leave without browsing their bakes so I was scanning what they had. They have a good variety of coffee beverages, as well as several pastries. I ultimately decided to get a cappuccino, and we split three bakes: a pistachio cornetto, a ricotta bomboloni, and an amaretto cookie. The bakes were good. The cornetto was filled with pistachio cream which is kinda played out due to the Dubai chocolate craze - but the cornetto was nice and airy with a good filling ratio. The bombolini was also good as was the cookie - really high-quality bakes all around. Service was good, and overall I really enjoyed my experience at Café Olimpico. The coffee and pastries were good, and the vibes are on. I wouldn't hesitate to return the next time I'm in Montreal.

Super super cute place! So many options. Coffee was good, croissant was very good! They have a…read morelatte making station as well. Everything was super fresh!

Pastries were extremely underwhelming. The plain croissant was incredibly bad, no flavor and dry /…read morecardboard-like texture. The pistachio croissant was the best of the bunch in terms of flavor, but it was still just mediocre. The almond croissant lacked flavor. There's also no seating in the shop (some older reviews mention upstairs seating, but that no longer exists).

We visited Montreal from America and found this cafe while waiting for friends to arrive…read more Unfortunately, we were disappointed with the service and the chai latte, which tasted mostly like milk. Hot matcha latte was decent. Could hardly enjoy my sandwich. The only highlight was the macadamia matcha cookie--it was delicious and the best thing I had all day since it was my first meal.

A mother in a fb group was recommending this cafe and mentioned their pumpkin soice latte... right…read morethen and there i had to go. It was delicious not a sweet as Starbucks and you can actually taste the coffee as well... given that its about the same price i would rather encourage locally. Apparently their food is delicious but unfortunately being celiac I can't have any of it. Will definitely be back whem i want to treat myself again.

This place is super cute! There are plenty of tables around to sit at (one large one, and multiple…read moresmaller tables too) and there's also a couch area. And for those of us that are laptop users, there are plenty of plugs to go around too. I took both a cappuccino and an iced latte and both were excellent. I talked to the barista a little too and he told me that you can ask for a stronger tasting espresso since their espresso machine allows them to customize the resulting flavor. Basically, if you want a bitter flavor or a milder one, you can tell them and they will be easily able to achieve it (it sounded way better when he explained it to me though...) Also, all their coffees can be made cold so if you have a hankering for something cold, you have plenty of choices. Another thing that I thought was super cute was that they sell earplugs at the cash! I think it's adorable and useful for those days where you forget your earphones and don't want to hear others around you. I will definitely be coming back to Perko Cafe :)

Good beverages. Nice spot to meet up with friends, but a little noisy for my taste for studyying…read moredespite it being a well known study spot.

I've been grabbing cakes from here for a while and they're always a hit!…read more The cakes are nice and moist without being too sweet, though the buttercream can be a bit much for some. I've also tried most of the pastries and they're just as good as the cakes. My favorite is the coffee éclair, it's light, airy and sweet. Honestly, I like it more than the classic éclair. The coffee flavor just takes it up a notch. The icing on top can be a little sweet on its own, but it balances out well with the whole éclair. I always grab one or two when I'm in the area. The lemon raspberry cake is another favorite. It's light with just a hint of tartness, and the poppy seeds in the cake are a nice touch. The zeppoles are perfectly light, not greasy, and just sweet enough. I've also had the vanilla and caramel cake, and it's super soft and moist. The buttercream is on the sweeter side, but it goes really well with the cake. Black forest cake is lightly sweetened and I feel like I can eat a huge slice without it being overwhelming. Overall, this bakery is awesome, with a ton of variety. They've got baked goods, sandwiches, salads, and more. Definitely worth checking out!

Dolci Piu is a cute little spot with yummy breads, pre-made meals, and gorgeous desserts. I also…read morenoticed some cute candy, chocolates, and drinks. I sampled some cupcakes and cheesecake. The cupcakes were gorgeous, taste was nothing to write home about-- a bit dry and bland. But the cheesecake was very yummy.

Lylac has it all: from food to shishas to dessert…read more Not only can you go to Lylac on a study date, but you can also go on a family dinner or lunch. The menu selection is huge, their meat is outstanding and the potato fries are just out of this world. I would also recommend trying their pizzas. The portions are generous, the service is quick and friendly. The prices are also very reasonable for the portion and quality. You can also ask the waiter to bring you a deck of cards, or traditional board games. As the place is almost always full, I would definitely recommend calling first to make sure there's room for you, I believe you can also make reservations. Overall, Lylac brings the Middle East to Montréal in a very cosy atmosphere.

My first visit to this restaurant based on a recommendation of a friend. It is a mix of Syrian and…read moreLebanese cuisine. The food is absolutely outstanding and fresh. The service was fast and very attentive. I am only giving them four stars because our server did not provide us with any Napkins and when we asked, he brought us paper napkins when all the tables had soft napkins. Also, he did not bring us any salt or pepper orolive oil. Which is a staple of any at Eastern restaurant. If it was not for that exception, they would get five stars from me.

Fantastic! It's hard to find a cup of coffee that blows you away like this. Milk is steamed to…read moreperfection, perfectly silky. The espresso is potent and smooth, combining perfectly with milk to make a delicious, almost chocolatey treat. I also tried their baked goods, which were not too sweet. Everything is priced very reasonably for the quality. This place is a real coffee shop. I don't think you need to bother with any other coffee places around! Service was absolutely no frills.

I followed the TikTok hype and decided to check it out while visiting Montreal. Im so happy I fell…read morefor the hype! It was snowing all morning and we powered through and made it. It's located near the old port so it's a very good location. It's not that big so seating is limited. We had the latte and the taste wasnt bad, but not what I was expecting. I wish I would have looked at the menu beforehand because I saw customers with some delicious looking coffee. We also tried the mortadella sandwich and omg this was so good. The pistachio cream in between the mortadella was simply delicious. The staff were friendly and the cafe shop was easy to find. A must try in Montreal. I would definitely come back if I visit again!

Absolutely loved this spot! The ambiance is warm and inviting. I tried the affogato and it was…read moreamazing. Rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced. Seating inside is a bit limited, but there's a nice patio area outside that makes up for it. There's usually a line, but it moves quickly and is well worth the wait. Highly recommend checking this place out if you're in the area!

What a cafe! If you want an aesthetic cafe with great drinks and nice cozy spots to yap, read or…read morefinish work, this is the place to go. Almost every nook and corner was instagrammable and gave off vintage vibes. We ordered the croissant, ginseng latte and a Cortado. The croissant was good but it would have helped if they had warmed it up for us. The Cortado was nice and strong and gave the kick to survive the rest of the evening. The ginseng latte was out of this world. It kind of tasted like a birthday cake in a cup with just the right amount of sweetness. The service was a bit chaotic though since there was a bit of the rush, but regardless, we had a great experience and loved the aesthetics of this cafe. 10/10 recommend.

Great atmosphere, lots of good seating and sun. 1 gender…read moreneutral bathroom. Staff were kind. Not the best egg coffee I've ever had but good iced Vietnamese coffee. $6.90/cup. Got 1 to stay (see picture) and 1 to go. The one to-go was not stirred but stirring it in the to-go cup was difficult. Overall good coffee, nice place.

Loved Phin Cafe!! The atmosphere is relaxed and yet tasteful, providing an excellent cafe…read moreexperience. We had multiple Vietnamese coffees that just hit the spot with a strong and smooth effect. We also shared some pastries and a yogurt parfait. The yogurt parfait is delicious and made fresh. The staff are gracious and serve the food/drinks with love. 5 out of 5.

Excellent coffee, sandwiches and salad. Friendly service and enjoyable ambiance…read more We enjoyed our coffee so much that we have come back time and again.

Cute little coffee shop with a few food items. The server was friendly and we ordered two double…read moreespresso and a latte. He made them quickly. We sat at a table to drink our drinks. The drinks were good and we were happy to get our first cup of coffee.