Anticafé Montreal
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Anticafé Montreal
Opens Tomorrow at 10 am
| Monday | 10 am - 10 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am - 10 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am - 10 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am - 10 pm |
| Friday | 10 am - 10 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am - 10 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am - 10 pm |
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Anticafe Montreal- best place in Montreal to work, study or chill. Coffee shop concept upside-down. You only pay for the time you spend inside, everything else comes free! Coffee, large selection of tea, snaks, fruits and veggies, break, condiments, bowl of rice... Everything is free. You pay 4$ for the first hour, 2$ every hour after, maximum 12$ for the day. We take care of the rest. You get a great view of Place Des Arts square with endless festivals, concerts and events. We are 200 steps away from the metro Place Des Arts. This is a fantastic place for students to study, for self-employed to do some work, and for others to chill and enjoy a coffee or tea, while looking at Place Des Arts, or reading a book, playing chess or take a nap
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Niveen
I have always passed by this café but never had the chance to visit until yesterday. There was a lovely event organized by three wonderful sisters, Yvette, Annie, & Ines, called "Tribe" (it was their first experience hosting it). The event was about swapping gifts brought from home, whether new, old, used, or unused. The atmosphere was warm & cozy, with all snacks included, & you could order as many drinks as you wanted. The café itself is amazing; every corner & room has its own character. The antique furniture, decor, & the thoughtful organization of each space truly make you feel at home. Upon entering, you write down your name (whether it's your first visit or you're a regular), change into slippers, wash your hands, & choose where to sit. You can then help yourself to a variety of foods from the kitchen area, including eggs, veggies, hummus, popcorn, biscuits, & a range of coffee & tea options. The matcha I had was perfect, especially with the special preparation by Sofi, the barista, who added lemon, sugar, & ginger. Unfortunately, I couldn't enjoy any of the snacks due to my gluten-free diet, which was a downside for me. I hope they might consider adding more fruits, veggies, & gluten-free snacks in the future. Additionally, the café has many microwaves, a printer, & board games, making it a great spot to study, work, relax, or enjoy some snacks, tea, & a good book. You only pay for the time you spend there, & if you're there for more than five hours, the maximum cost is $21, including taxes. I highly recommend this place!View more
Laurence
This is a great place to work from! You just pay for your time there & you have access to all the beverages & snacks. There is a cafe downstairs if you need to eat an actual meal, & they'll give you a discount is you are from the Anticafe. Their iced matcha latte was really good, & there was a lot of space to sit & work from.View more
Mahyar
The atmosphere at this cafe is tremendous, with two spacious floors that offer plenty of room to work or relax. The beautiful aesthetic adds to the inviting ambiance, making it a great spot to spend a few hours. While the coffee quality is decent, it could be served hotter. Additionally, the iced Marche could benefit from more flavor. Despite these minor drawbacks, the overall experience is positive, especially if you're looking for a comfortable place to unwind or be productive.View more
Derek
I love this place! I've been going here since Fall 2017 or so! It's about 7 dollars for the first hour, then it goes down to about 4 dollars for the next hour. I don't remember the exact prices, but it's well worth it! Instead of paying for the food, you pay for the time, & it's all you can eat & drink cafe fare! I'm kind of sad 3 other Anticafe's closed down during the pandemic, but glad this one is still open. Back in 2017, this Anticafe had a disco bathroom! (Disco lights) & entry for the first hour was about 3 dollars! But there was inflation so they gradually had to increase the prices. I had a nice hot chocolate when I went last week, today I had a nice London Fog, but I substituted Tetley Orange Pekoe instead of Earl Grey. It was great! Next time I go, I'll get an iced coffee or iced hot chocolate maybe! They even have Matcha! On busy days they make crepes! I missed it the last two times I went, though. I had a fun game of Dominion! It's a cool deck building game, but the cards were in the wrong spots. Someone accidentally flipped the card listing paper, upside down. I fixed it though! (I was wondering why some cards were hard to find!) In fall, winter & spring, apparently they make rice! Also you can bring food from other places, into here! They have potato chips, so if you buy a hot dog nearby, you can pair some food together! They have a small Pac Man arcade cabinet, upstairs! They have vanilla syrup, so I might also get a vanilla Latte next time. I'll be back again! Great service, great food, & nice atmosphere!View more
Constance
L'endroit & la déco sont vraiment sympas. Par contre, nous n'y allons plus car hormis des salades, il n'y a rien de végane... c'est quand même dommage, surtout dans un contexte où il y a une très grande offre de desserts. Quelques options véganes ne semblent pas inaccessibles, d'ailleurs les autres cafés le font!View more
Little
L'ambiance est magnifique & cozy & la serveuse est très aimable mais.... j'ai beaucoup de points négatifs. J'espère que ce seras pris comme critiques constructives plutôt que des critiques malintentionnées. 1) Les boissons sont absolument formidables mais... Mon verre avait une odeur vraiment pas belle (comme l'odeur du jaune d'oeuf). J'ai pas pu finir de boire ma boisson. (voir point 2 pour la possible explication). 2) J'ai réalisé qu'il fallait nous-même faire notre propre vaisselle, ce qui, dans mon opinion, devrait être fait par la personne en charge du café puisque les gens ne nettoient pas tous la vaisselle d'une façon raisonable & sanitaire. Il n'y a pas d'eau de javel sur le comptoire du lavabo donc la vaisselle est juste lavée avec du savon à vaisselle par les clients je suppose. (L'eau de javel est essentielle pour enlever l'odeur de jaune d'oeuf de la vaisselle). 3) Il y a avait une forte odeur désagréable qui venait du lavabo de la cuisine. 4) Il y a pas de pinces pour se servir dans tous les bols de collations donc j'imagines que le monde se servait les chips avec leurs mains. Mon total pour 2 heures (ils chargent pour le nombre d'heures & non pas pour ce que vous mangez): 1 boisson 1/2 bue + 1 croissant non-frais = 13.50$ (incluant le pourboire). Ça m'aurait coûté moins cher ailleurs & j'aurais été beaucoup plus confortable (étant très bactériophobe). Vraiment, j'aime beaucoup la place. J'ai été à plusieurs emplacements de l'Anticafé à cause de l'ambiance chaleureuse & les serveurs très amicals & sympatiques. Je m'excuse fortement si mes commentaires causent du mécontentent, c'est aucunement mon intention.View more
Anne
En théorie, le concept est intéressant (payer un tarif à l'heure pour profiter de l'endroit & avoir accès à volonté à leur cuisine) mais en pratique, expérience décevante & coûteuse. Il manquait de tout, brioche sèche & biscuits cheap secs...allez plutôt dans un bon café!!View more
Conan
Somewhere you feel extremely homey. Warm people & friendly staff who make coffee better than most cafes. Would have come here every week if I were not just visiting.View more
Eva
Je vous recommande tellement ce café, le concept & le personnel sont super! Un grand merci à la serveuse Sara qui était tellement gentille & compétente ses cafés & gâteaux étaient excellent. Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés vous ne regretterez pas !View more
Simin
Cozy Cafe is a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Montreal's festival scene. The warm & inviting atmosphere feels just like home, making it the perfect refuge when you're missing the comforts of home. 🏡 🫶🏻 The landlord, a lovely lady, adds a personal touch with her kindness. It's not just a cafe; it's a place where you find a sense of belonging amidst!☕️🫖View more
Richard
Un endroit qui ne ressemble à aucun autre à Montréal... Un concept original pour travailler en solitaire ou organiser des réunions de travail. Le décor éclaté - un peu surchargé, il faut bien le dire - ajoute une note européenne qui est la bienvenue dans le Quartier des spectacles. L'accueil est chaleureux & on peut y savourer de délicieux cafés agrémentés de douceurs pour le palais. On y retourne? Oui!!!View more
Selena
Je suis aller aujourd'hui après avoir vu un blog post sur cet endroit. Convient bien aux gens qui veulent boire du café & thé, par contre il n'y avait pas de collations, ni de salades. L 'accueil était désorganisé. En somme, bon concept & bel endroit mais le reste est à développer.View more