Canard café is praised for excellent coffee, beautifully crafted latte art, and a tempting lineup of cookies, pastries and sandwiches, all served in a warm, low key space that feels welcoming for work or catching up with friends. Friendly, fast, and often bilingual staff are a frequent highlight, with extra nods to thoughtful touches like a dog friendly moment when picking up a coffee. The venue offers plenty of seating and a pleasant outdoor area near the park, making it easy to settle in at any time of day. The drinks and food are described as high quality and creative, with a dairy free option like almond milk noted and a diverse array of cold beverages that stand out. Reviewers call it a standout cafe in the area, praising the ambiance, the care in service, and the consistent tasty offerings that make it a reliable favorite for working, reading, and socializing. Overall, Canard café comes across as a bright, flavorful spot that consistently satisfies both coffee lovers and snack seekers.View restaurant profile
Le Réservoir comes through as a lively brewery restaurant with a superb local beer selection and a menu that shines in its small plates and crowd pleasing sandwiches. Reviewers praise the variety of beers, from IPAs and cream ales to stouts, plus tasty cocktails like espresso martinis, and many note brunch items such as eggs Benedict as excellent. The food is often described as delicious and refined, though portions can be small for the price. The atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, with a wonderful terrace and friendly, attentive service, and the location on the Plateau with easy access to the Duluth area is repeatedly highlighted for its Montreal vibe. While some critiques mention occasional service gaps or dishes that don’t quite hit the mark, the overall impression is strong: a go to spot for beer lovers and casual meals where the beer, the ambiance, and the staff shine, with the chicken sandwich and salmon tartare among the standout bites.View restaurant profile
Reviews describe Aux Angles Ronds as a cozy, versatile cafe with a great vibe for meeting, working, or relaxing, and praise for its coffee options, a tasty grilled cheese, and a standout matcha that many found especially good. The space is repeatedly called charming and easy to settle into, a favorite spot for studying or reading, and often recommended as a nice place to spend a calm afternoon or go on a date. Some comments balance this with concerns about price and value, noting tepid hot chocolate served with regular milk that felt overpriced and uneven service where staff were not particularly attentive. Despite these notes, the overall mood remains positive about the atmosphere and the chance to enjoy drinks and light bites in a tranquil setting, with mentions of a pleasant vibe and occasional activities like improvised performances on Sundays.View restaurant profile
La Belle & La Boeuf - Burger Bar is noted for tasty burgers and a welcoming sports bar vibe, with many reviewers praising juicy paties, solid toppings, and attentive service in a casual atmosphere that suits groups and sports fans. The menu variety and drink options get frequent compliments, and several notes mention fast service and overall good value when compared to other places, while a common caveat is that the prices can feel steep for some and not everyone agrees that the side dishes live up to the burger quality. The music and volume in the dining room are mentioned as a drawback by a number of guests, making conversation difficult even when the food is praised. Fries and sides receive mixed reactions, with some calling the fries not authentic and others enjoying the options and the salads as alternatives. Overall sentiment centers on strong burgers and solid service, with many saying they would return or recommend the restaurant to friends visiting Montreal, and a few describing the spot as a Montreal staple for burger lovers.View restaurant profile
