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.
mea Café is one of those polished, design-forward café-restaurants that leans more toward a'high-end cafeteria' than a traditional coffee shop. Located inside the historic Maison Alcan, the space is a standout: large, bright, with high ceilings & a refined, almost architectural feel.
The food is Mediterranean-inspired, with a menu that goes beyond pastries-Roman-style pizzas, salads, vegetable dishes, & brunch plates. Execution is generally strong, with good ingredient quality & clean presentation. Pastries & desserts are a highlight, although consistency can vary depending on the item.
Service is casual (order at the counter, food brought to table), & the place is clearly optimized for a mix of use cases: quick lunch, informal meetings, or working sessions.
Bel endroit ! Les ordinateurs sont permis (même le samedi)! Il y a une grande diversité de nourritures (salé/ sucré/ dessert / pizza/ etc) & les boissons étaient très bonnes !
Je recommande ✨
Apr 12, 2026
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Horrible. I went at 3 & they close at 4 & they didn't have anything. I totally understand if they are out of baked goods & some food but they had nothing they were sold out of all sandwiches pizza & pastas. It was such a let down if you want food you have to go so early because even thought they say they are open until 4 they literally aren't
Wanted to check out this place for studying & I didn't realize how extravagant it would be! There are soo many seats with a big European vibe. The pizza I got was very tasty along with my matcha latte, but nothing too special, although they do serve the food to your table. I would definitely come back here to study & have a sip of coffee
Large, open area. We went for brunch on the Saturday of Easter weekend so it was busy. Our group of four sat at a long table with other groups. You order at the counter, then pick up your coffee when it's ready & food is brought out to you. Cashier was friendly. We ordered the vegan Caesar salad, chicken pesto sandwich, prosciutto caprese sandwich & the cheese pizza. We all enjoyed our food. The side salad with the sandwiches was very tasty - loved the vinaigrette & the fresh ingredients. The pesto in the chicken sandwich did not have much basil taste but overall the sandwich was delicious. We will return every time we visit Montreal.
Un sitio enorme para pasar a comer algo rápido con gente del trabajo o amigos. Ambiente joven y de mesas con ordenadores.
La comida muy normal. Precios asequibles. Mesas corridas y apartadas.
Pedimos dos trozos de pizza. Muy de microondas. Y una cerveza.
Bonne nourriture, j'aime la pizza, la soupe & les salades. jamais goûté les dessert mais tout donne envie. cependant LE BRUIT mais le bruit infernal. des enfants qui pleurent des gens qui parlent tous à haute voix c'est insupportable. auparavant cet endroit était bien fréquenté & très correct mais maintenant c'est compliqué
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Excellent vibes, artistic interior design & wide space. Very cozy environment to chat & work, or just to chill out alone. Kids & adults all have place to stay & find their comfortable zone. Fair price with well attentive staff. Sandwiches is freshly made so during weekend rush hour could be a bit slow, yet pizzas are faster from my observation. Coffee service was efficient. Very innovative & artistic style bathroom as well. Gender neutral.
I really enjoy coming here. I try & get out of my house to work & love that they have a lot of spots for seating.
The Cafe is open early & serves pastries & drinks. You can order to go or stay & enjoy. If I'm not mistaken I think you can order breakfast food from the kitchen but that's it. The Lunch menu / Kitchen isn't available until lunch time. There you will have an abundance of lunch options from sandwiches, pizzas, salads, etc.
I've had their sandwiches, very large portions & very delicious. It is on the pricier side but good nonetheless. If you plan on eating inside the cafe, they give you a number & bring you your food which is nice especially when you're studying or chatting with friends.
The servers are very friendly & the space is kept very clean!
Only caveat is that I wish there were more spots with outlets - there are booths that don't have outlets & it would be better if they did. They do have other spots with outlets available so it's definitely not the end of the world.
Overall, I come here a lot & enjoy my time. Just know if you stay for a long period of time your pockets will feel it lol
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.
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
They have a nice choice of sandwiches, pizzas, & meals. The decor & space is lovely. We were disappointed to arrive to see they are temporarily closed. I had visited the website & there was no indication. Several people arrived at the entrance & were surprised that the website hadn't indicated the temporary closure. We were sorry not to be able to eat, & will return, but wanted to leave a friendly suggestion to the owner that they could communicate better with customers!
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wow! i'm thoroughly impressed: amea café boasts a beautiful spacious environment for writing, reading, socializing, & dining. it's cozy & grand simultaneously & i honestly didn't want to leave. i ordered a flat white & their banana freddo (which i didn't know was famous) & both were soooo yummy i had to physically stop myself from overdosing on caffeine. they also serve lunch! i tried their pizza & it was sooo delicious. highly recommend if you're in the area!
p.s. it allows laptops all the time any where in the cafe! heck yes! this is my new writing spot.
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!
Expérience culinaire extraordinaire pour les brunchs & les viennoiseries ! Le croissant aux framboises enrobé de chocolat blanc aux framboises est juste DÉBILE ! Il y a une purée de framboises à l'intérieur qui s'écoule quand on croque dedans. Juste divin ! Le croissant aux amandes & bleuets est également délicieux. Les pizzas sont très très bonnes. Le cappuccino pourrait être un brin meilleur; il n'est pas mauvais, mais ce n'est pas le meilleur café que j'ai pris. L'endroit est bondé de monde & c'est très convivial & joli. J'y retournerai pour goûter aux plats du menu brunch. Je voyais passer les assiettes & je me disais que ça avait l'air vraiment bon !
Absolutely my favourite place in Montreal! You can taste the quality of the food, the beautiful atmosphere & enjoy a great cappuccino! They have a variety of food, you can choose from pizza to a salty croissant (which is delicious), or lot of sweet choices! The round croissant are so good! The stuff is very polite & helpful! A must try & then you won't change it anymore :)
Visited this place with my friends. The coffee was excellent, but the food was just okay. I did enjoy the pizza, though. Felt it was a bit on the pricey side.
