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 is a large, stylish space with a welcoming, varied seating layout that works for studying, meeting friends, or catching up with coworkers. Reviews praise the ambience, the architectural vibe, and the extensive pastry and coffee selection, with notable mentions of croissants, pistachio desserts, and creative bites alongside Mediterranean and lunch options like shakshuka, pizzas, and bowls. The food and drinks are described as fresh and visually appealing, though several notes point to high prices for relatively small portions and some inconsistency in taste or service during busy periods. The staff and atmosphere are frequently highlighted as friendly and efficient, yet lines can be long, seating may be hard to find at peak times, and some guests report noise levels that hinder quiet work. Overall, Améa Café appears as a beautiful, buzzy hub in the city offering an impressive array of pastries, coffees, and casual meals, with strong value when visiting for a relaxed brunch or casual work but variable experience during peak hours.
Très surpris par ce café ! Déjà, le lieu est unique & authentique. Le choix est immense, avec tellement de choses qui mettent l'eau à la bouche. Pour en avoir goûté plusieurs, je dois dire que j'ai vraiment adoré ! Les suprêmes, les tartes, ainsi que les biscuits ou cookies, sont tous merveilleusement bons. Puis, le lieu & l'ambiance rendent l'expérience d'autant plus agréable. Tout est top ! C'est un café dans lequel il faut absolument aller !
Lobby itself is it's own experience not the mention the actual seating area. The plants are all fake, but they add such a nice ambience. The food is AMAZING. The pastries are beautiful & the staff are super polite. To note, the seating by the cafe is not for working, but there is seating inside the building, exterior to the cafe where you can bring your food & study.
Jul 30, 2025
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Loved the place, the food was excellent & very tasty. You can tell that they use very good quality ingredients. The place looks amazing, & I felt relaxed & enjoyed the atmosphere. The service was a bit long when we went there, around 1 pm, but the very friendly & kind staff were amazing. They took the time to explain the menu & even gave recommendations. & the pastries....lord have mercy! Will come back for more that's for sure.
Overall, fresh food & ingredients, amazing pastries, & an awesome atmosphere. Recommend the place & I will come back. Thank you for the nice meal. 😁
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.
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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Massive dining area. Order at the counter & then brought to your table. Many fresh options for sweet or savoury. Loud atmosphere & many students there doing school work.
A lovely spot to relax in the heart of the city. The atmosphere is calm & stylish, with a beautiful view of the greenery outside. The cappuccino was excellent & the croissant fresh & delicious. I was just a little disappointed that there was no grilled cheese on the menu. Still, it's a cozy place I'd be happy to return to!
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!
I tried the prosciutto sandwich & a matcha latte with almond milk. The matcha was average, but the sandwich was pretty good. A little pricey (70 something for two) & busy/loud but overall a cute little place in a office building vibe.
Jun 19, 2025
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Pretty place, but the food was meh. Average, not great. I had ordered the Aubergine plate. Frankly, it was disappointing. The matcha was bad. Tasted the vegetarian gnocchi, it was good. It was crowded & many tables weren't cleaned.
On the other hand, the desserts were very good & rich.
