49th Parallel Micro-Torréfacteur Cafe opens its doors in Montreal at its first ever location outside of British Columbia in the summer of 2021. Finding and creating this space was a long, occasionally challenging but always interesting process that took over a year to complete!
The space itself, its location in the heart of Old Montreal and the building’s history were an obvious draw. This was a labour of love from all the people involved in the project, from the contractor to the designer – everyone came together to preserve the charm of the old building with its exposed 100 year old bricks and stone masonry while bringing it to life with a sleek retro design.
Our fourth Café features the 49th coffee everyone knows and loves, Lucky’s donut menu revamped with reimagined Quebec classics and a full kitchen featuring breakfast egg burgers and seasonal brunch offerings (coming soon).
Overall, reviews of the café known as 49th Parallel Café Lucky's Doughnuts describe a popular Old Montreal spot with strong coffee and a tempting pastry selection, especially its donuts which are large, indulgent, and often delicious, though some customers find them too sweet, dry, or pricey. Coffee quality ranges from well brewed, single origin and smooth to burnt or inconsistent, with reports of pastries not being fresh or stock from previous days. The atmosphere is repeatedly praised as cozy, stylish, and conducive to work or catching up with friends, with reliable wifi and ample seating, but crowding or loud music can detract. Service receives mixed feedback: friendly and efficient at times, sometimes slow or brusque, and a few disappointments with staff interactions. Location in Old Montreal is a draw, and reviewers linger for long stays or grab quick takeout. Overall, it is a beloved yet pricey destination that excels in donuts and ambiance more than uniform value across visits.
Very, very good coffee. My go to coffee shop when I'm at work. The doughnuts are really something else too! The only downside I find is the price of the the food. Coffee is rightly priced for quality, but things like breakfast sandwiches are really overpriced, even though they are good. Same for the doughnuts. I get they are specialty doughnuts but at over 5$ per piece it's a bit much. I guess the upside is that it's deterrent for eating too much. They should at least have box discounts, because at that price it's kind of difficult to get a box of 12 for a meeting.
Went there at 5:10 on a day they closed at 6. All donuts were cleared from the shelves already. I had gone in the past in the early morning & had a good experience with the donuts. Fresh & a unique flavor. But today I was disappointed that I couldn't get the donuts.
We ordered some coffees to go. The coffee is quite good. I bought the beans to make them at home too. Only down side was not being able to get the donuts.
The doughnuts are giant & so rich in flavour. I chose the salt caramel one & it was glossy & delicious. The coffee & teas were good as well. The atmosphere was a little loud & crowded but that only reflects how good they are.
Honestly one of the BEST coffee shops in Montreal. The staff were amazing, I even became a regular there & they all remembered me. The donuts are sooo good. 10/10 ♥?
Relaxed vibe & friendly staff. The glazed donut was crispy on the outside & soft inside. Loved the maple coffee too - smooth & just the right amount of sweetness. Great spot to unwind.
Aug 5, 2025
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The doughnuts here are really good. They're kind of like a rice dough, soft & chewy with a thin layer of frosting. Best to eat there a of you touch it or if it touches the bag, the frosting rubs off so easily & it's less sweet & less enjoyable. I've come several times. They also have a great ambiance to work, wifi, & good drinks. Service is more on the friendly, casual side.
Un très joli café en plein centre-ville, parfait pour une pause ou pour télétravailler. Même aux heures de pointe, il y a suffisamment de place pour s'installer tranquillement.
La déco est très jolie, & le chocolat chaud ainsi que le croissant étaient délicieux, malgré une présentation un peu moche
L'accueil était chaleureux, je recommande sans hésiter ! 😊
Les beignes sont parmi les meilleurs que j'ai essayé a date ! Par contre les boissons (chaï latte & café) ne laissent pas du tout un souvenir imperissable...
