From the team behind Ristorante Beatrice, Améa is a Mediterranean-inspired gourmand resto / pizzeria + coffee shop nestled within Montreal’s historic Maison Alcan building.
Derived from the French word "âme" meaning soul, Améa is an ode to the vision, warmth and heart behind our menu.
Améa Café comes across as a bright, spacious, and stylish hub in downtown Montreal with multiple seating areas that invite studying, socializing, or a casual cafe visit. Reviewers praise the coffee and pastries, with standouts like the pistachio latte, croissants including pistachio-filled and raspberry variations, shakshouka, and a wide range of brunch options; the ambiance and decor are frequently highlighted as welcoming and conducive to work or meetings. Some downsides include noise and crowds during peak hours, occasional wait times, and mixed service experiences, along with notes that laptops and seating can be constrained during busy periods and that orders or payments could be smoother.
Came here for breakfast & thought my food was just ok & seemed a bit expensive for what it was. Wife got the mushroom danish & a coffee & loved both of them. I got a cinnamon roll (room temp) & a mushroom crostini. Was not impressed with the cinnamon roll as it tasted a bit stale. The crostini was pretty good, but can't say I would ever get it again. Overall, I didn't love this place for a main course, but would be willing to give it another shot for pastry. Also, the building is really cool & the service was good, so more of an issue with the food vs the place in general.
Jan 17, 2026
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Nice spot to work or study!
Amea Café has a really cozy vibe ; perfect for getting some work done or studying with a coffee ☕?💻
The food & drinks are good, & the prices are pretty reasonable for a downtown café. The only downside is that it can be hard to find a spot to sit sometimes, especially during busy hours.
Overall, a solid choice if you're looking for a chill place in the city!
The coffee & herbal juice was delicious. The pesto chicken sandwich could have used a bit more seasoning, I couldn't taste the pesto. Great atmosphere with high ceilings, greenery, booths, & lively college students.
I haven't tried the food, but if you're looking for a space in downtown to grab a coffee & croissant, & do some work on your laptop, this place is PERFECT. This spot is spacious, & the ambiance is light & airy. The bathrooms were very clean.
Very fancy cafe where they serve pizza, coffee, & baked treats. Some people working, some just meeting for lunch or business. Really nice atmosphere & good for bigger groups... or smaller. I tried the Dubai cookie & it was really rich & sweet. Best to split with another person. I also had a decaf americano & it was good.
You order at the counter, long lines. They deliver food to your table. Coffee must be picked up when the beeper they give you glows red. Our coffee was never prepared. A madhouse as far as service is concerned. Food choices are excellent & tasty. Noisy & not much ambiance.
Cute place, I understand everyone that wants to visit.
Food was ok, it wasn't mind blowing, the pizza was the best part of everything we tried.
The coffee was ok, I personally wouldn't do the line for it again. Whoever their cookies are amazing!! The tables are close to each other which makes the experience not as pleasant & not worth the price.
Overall good coffee shop, would only come back for a quick snack & if it isn't crowded
The fungi sandwich is certifiably mid. The Shakshouka, however, is pretty good. Coffee is hit or miss, but usually good. The vibe is 10/10. Too bad thy close at 4.
Jul 9, 2025
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AMEA Coffee is a hidden gem! Not only is the coffee fantastic, but they also have a bakery inside with delicious croissants, pizza, & a great variety of Mediterranean food. Everything we tried was fresh & full of flavor.
Huge thanks to NADIA for her warm hospitality & helping us choose the best items - her service was truly exceptional. Can't wait to go back!
We went out for a coffee day with our girlies in our traditional attire , it was a great experience , awesome ambience & ofcourse super tasty food , well presented with really great service . Would love to go again 💛
