With summer in full swing, there's no better way to cool down than with a refreshing iced drink in hand. Whether you're craving a caffeinated pick-me-up, a sweet and creamy indulgence, or a boozy sip to enjoy on a sunny terrace, Montreal has no shortage of delicious options. From trendy coffee spots and viral lattes to fruity smoothies and frozen cocktails, here are some of the best places to beat the heat and sip your way through the season.
1849 Rue Ste-Catherine O, Shaughnessy Village, H3H 1M2
Café Capybara opened just in time for the summer! This trendy new café is the perfect spot for a refreshing drink. Whether it's a Viennese latte, one of their specialty "Lattebara" creations like a Dalgona coffee or green apple latte, one of their four flavoured iced Americanos, or even a caffeine-free option, the choices are endless. Totally Instagrammable and on-trend, you don't want to miss out!
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386 Rue Saint-Paul E, Montreal, H2Y 1H3
This iconic spot in the Old Port always knows how to keep things seasonal. Alongside their affogatos, they've introduced a lineup of new summer shakes! With six flavours to choose from, including matcha, vanilla birthday cake, black sesame, ube, strawberry, and orange julep, these unique treats are the perfect way to cool down this summer.
1584 Avenue Laurier E, Montreal, H2J 1H9
Recently opened in the Mile End, this quirky ice cream shop also serves up refreshing slushies. With rotating flavours, these aren't your average syrup-and-water mixes. They're made in-house using fresh juice, spices, and real ingredients. The result? A fun and flavourful treat that's perfect for cooling down on a hot summer day.
6512 Avenue du Parc, Montreal, H2V 4H9
Looking for the perfect terrace and drinks this summer? Taverne Atlantic has you covered. With its rooftop terrace, tasty food, and laid-back vibe, it's the ideal spot for a hangout or a casual date. Pair it with one of their margaritas or popsicle slushies, and you've got the ultimate summer combo.
Multiple locations
Café Saint-Henri just dropped its new summer drinks menu, inspired by the vibes of a summer picnic. On the lineup: iced coffee with spiced honey, a cherry jam iced latte, and their house-made sparkling strawberry rhubarb soda. Refreshing and seasonal, these drinks are now available at all their locations!
227 Rue Rachel E, Montreal, H2W 1E4
This beloved Lebanese café in the Plateau just got even better! Their latest menu addition? Three arak-based cocktails: rose, orange, and lemonade. Arak, an anise-flavoured spirit, is the perfect solution to beat the summer heat!
3035 Boulevard le Carrefour, Laval, H7T 1C8
The famous Chinese franchise More Yogurt has just opened its very first location in North America! Located at CF Carrefour Laval under the name Mon Yogourt, this spot is known for its unique avocado and yogurt-based smoothies. With a wide range of flavours like mango, blackcurrant, and even hawthorn, there's something refreshing for everyone to enjoy.
Multiple locations
Pigeon Café's Laval location is the perfect spot for a refreshing summer drink. Always on trend, their summer menu features a beachy blue latte made with spirulina powder. Other new offerings include an iced mango matcha, caramelized banana latte, and a variety of refreshers. Cute and trendy, this café is definitely a must-try!
Multiple locations
Sourbites isn't just about decadent sweets, they also serve up refreshing drinks perfect for cooling off during a heat wave! Try their famous refreshers, available in convenient cans to take on the go, or indulge in their iced coffees, slushies, lattes, and more!
1268 Rue St-Antoine O, Montreal, H3C 1B9
Summer means smoothie season, and no one does it better than the iconic Shaka Club. Known as the Erewhon dupe, they use only quality, organic ingredients. Their smoothies aren't just Instagram-worthy, they're also super healthy. Their newest "Bolt" smoothie, made with lemon, pineapple, mango, and coconut water, sounds like the ultimate summer refreshment. Plus, they offer cold-pressed juices too!
2233 Rue pitt, Montreal, H4E 4H2
Nothing hits the spot like a cold beer in the summer, and Messorem is the place for a refreshing pint. But here's the twist: they also serve beer slushies! If that wasn't enough, their dog-friendly patio is the perfect hangout spot with friends, complete with live DJ vibes.
267 Rue St-Zotique O, Montreal, H2V 1A4
This charming, minimalist coffee shop in Saint-Zotique has launched a fresh summer menu worth trying. Highlights include the Citron Cola Breeze, a twist on the classic spritz, Passion D'Tonic, Teaven, a black meizhan tea with oat milk, and Matcha Coconut. Unique and refreshing drinks perfect for summer!
Multiple locations
This list wouldn't be complete without mentioning Café Olympico's iconic summer Remix. A heavenly blend of their famous caffe crema and espresso, it's the treat you'll find yourself coming back to again and again (not speaking from personal experience or anything).
787A Rue de Liège O, Montreal, H3N 1B1
This Indian ice cream shop serves up more than just delicious frozen treats, they also have refreshing drinks perfect for a hot day. Their falooda, a creamy milk-based dessert with rose syrup, vermicelli noodles, and ice cream, is a cool delight. And if you're looking for something simpler (no judgment here), their cardamom mango lassi is definitely a must-try!
5002 Chemin de la Cote-des-Neiges, Montreal, H3V 1G6
This iconic French spot is always on top of its game. Whether it's riding the latest trends or creating their own hits, like the viral banana bread matcha latte, red velvet banana pudding latte, or tiramisu latte, or just serving up refreshing cocktails, there's always something for everyone to enjoy.
1883 Rue Centre, Montreal, H3K 1J1
This viral Vietnamese coffee spot never misses. They recently dropped new latte flavors like blueberry matcha, caramelized banana bread matcha or coffee, plus a fresh orange blossom yuzu matcha refresher. Perfect sips to satisfy those summer cravings!
2330 Rue Wilfrid-Reid, Montreal, H4R 0N6
This Mediterranean café by day and steakhouse by night has been creating quite a buzz on social media lately, thanks to their refreshing matcha and coffee freddos. Perfectly chilled and expertly crafted, these freddos are the ideal pick-me-up for any time of day. Whether you're a coffee lover or a matcha fan, this spot knows how to deliver that cool, satisfying sip that always hits the spot.
162 Rue Bernard O, Montreal, H2T 2K2
One thing Café Maison Sauvage nails, besides their amazing cookies, is their drinks. This summer, the ube meringue is back and ready to top off any latte perfectly. Another refreshing highlight is their cloud lemonade, a delightful blend of tangy lemonade crowned with fluffy meringue. These tasty additions make their summer drink menu even more irresistible.
Poppi has been making waves recently, especially with its recent launch in Canada. With just five grams of sugar, it's a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional sodas. Plus, they've just added two new summer-ready flavors: lemon lime and wild berry, perfect for staying refreshed all season long.
